A Zen vibe and fusion of exotic flavors comes to Las Vegas in the form SEA: The Thai Experience. The Thai and Vietnamese foodie hot spot, whose original Brooklyn location can be seen in “Garden State” and “Sex and the City,” maintains a Bangkok-inspired modern design complete with a central reflecting pond anchored by a Buddha statue. Located off the casino floor behind Drai’s, the restaurant scenery blends flawlessly with traditionally prepared dishes simmering with Asian spices and authentic Far East Flavors (think curry, pad Thai, fried rice and plenty of noodle-based soups.) Feeling adventurous? A multi-page menu encourages a taste of everything, especially exotic dishes like Hawaiian squid, Grilled Nem Noung with seasoned pork meatballs and the Tom Yum Seafood Basil Soup, served in a clay pot packed with Blue prawn, fish, squid, scallops, clam, milk, mushroom and chili oil. Pair any entrée with one of its specialty cocktails such as the “suwanmalee”—a Thai lychee martini.

What to eat at this Thai & Vietnamese restaurant:

• Grilled lemongrass chicken
• Tamarind whole fish
• Crab wontons
• Volcanic chicken
• Pineapple curry duck

Expert Tips

• Moody ambiance with candle-lit walls
• Ideal for daring, out-of-the-box diners
• Mad Dragon Fritter dessert features fried ice cream
• Sliding back door leads to private dining room for group parties