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Las Vegas Strip · Las Vegas · American, Steakhouse
Updated June 2026
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · April 17, 2026
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Walking into Bavette's inside Park MGM, the wine list feels like it was built to flatter the room — dark, moody, and unapologetically classic. It's a 300-plus bottle list that leans hard into France and California, which is exactly what you'd expect from a place with brass fixtures and steak tartare on the menu. No surprises here, but no embarrassments either.
The list is anchored by the two pillars that earn Bavette's its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence: France and California. You've got Louis Jadot representing Burgundy, Chateau Margaux for the big spenders, and Chateau Montelena flying the California-vs-France flag proudly. On the domestic side, Caymus, Silver Oak, Jordan, Far Niente, and Opus One cover pretty much every steak-dinner archetype from the crowd-pleasing cab to the special-occasion splurge. What's missing is any real venture outside those lanes — no southern Rhône, no Oregon Pinot, no South America — so if you're hoping to wander, this list won't take you there.
With 20 to 30 options by the glass and pours starting around $15, there's genuine flexibility here for the table that can't agree on a bottle. The program covers the expected ground — a Chardonnay, some reds built for beef, probably a bubbly option for the opener. We'd have liked to see more rotation or a dedicated BTG feature to keep things interesting, but for a Vegas steakhouse, the sheer number of glass options is a legitimate plus.
Jordan Winery Cabernet Sauvignon — $90–$120
Jordan is consistently one of the most honest buys on a steakhouse list. It's a polished, food-friendly Sonoma Cab that doesn't demand your attention the way a cult wine does — it just makes the ribeye taste better. On a list where markups run high, Jordan tends to be treated more fairly than its flashier neighbors.
Chateau Montelena Chardonnay
Everyone at the table is ordering Cabernet, and that's fine. But Chateau Montelena's Chardonnay — the wine that started a cultural war in 1976 — gets slept on at steakhouses. Order it with the lobster bisque or oysters Rockefeller and you'll feel like you discovered something, even though it's been there the whole time.
Opus One
Opus One is a fine wine in the right context, but on a Vegas steakhouse list it's the most marked-up name on the page and the one most likely ordered to impress rather than to drink. You're paying a significant premium for the label. The Jordan or even a well-chosen Jadot will give you more pleasure per dollar.
Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon + Dry-aged ribeye
Caymus is ripe, full, and unabashedly bold — which is exactly what a dry-aged ribeye calls for. The fruit weight in the wine stands up to the funk and fat of the beef without fighting it. It's not a subtle pairing, but you're not in a subtle restaurant.
The Bottom Line
Bavette's is a competent, well-stocked steakhouse list that does its job without taking many risks — solid staff knowledge and proper cellar conditions give it real credibility, but Vegas markups and a comfort-zone selection keep it from being anything more than a reliable night out. Send a friend here for the steak; just steer them toward Jordan and away from the Opus One.
· Las Vegas · Restaurant
Lamaii is the rare Las Vegas restaurant where the wine list reflects a genuine point of view — the grower Champagne program alone is worth the visit. Send a friend here and tell them to order a Spécial Club.
Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Las Vegas Strip · Las Vegas · Steakhouse
STK Las Vegas is a bottle-list business masquerading as a wine program — three by-the-glass pours, a roster of safe California hits, and Vegas markups that'll make your eyes water. Order the Whispering Angel at happy hour, grab a bottle of Belle Glos if you're feeling generous, and save the real wine exploration for somewhere that cares.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Las Vegas · Restaurant
Diner Ross is doing something genuinely weird and kind of wonderful — a Champagne-forward list inside a Vegas diner is a wild card move that mostly works. Just don't show up expecting range beyond bubbles, and go for the growers before you default to the celebrity bottles.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Las Vegas · Steakhouse
The Palm Las Vegas is an unlikely wine discovery — a six-bottle natural and old-world-leaning list tucked inside a steakhouse institution, priced like someone forgot they're on the Strip. Don't sleep on it.
Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Las Vegas Strip · Las Vegas · American, Italian
Alexxa's is a Strip restaurant doing Strip things — great location, recognizable bottles, pricing that reflects the real estate. If you're here for fountain views and a glass of Cakebread, you'll be genuinely happy; if you're hunting for value or adventure, look elsewhere.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Las Vegas Strip · Las Vegas · French, Mediterranean
LPM is a legitimate wine destination by Las Vegas Strip standards — the Burgundy-forward list has real bones, sommelier Karla Poeschel keeps it credible, and a newly minted Wine Spectator Award of Excellence confirms this isn't just hotel filler. Markups are what they are in this zip code, but the quality is there if you spend wisely.
Solid Range
Steep
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
National Park Corridor / Parkway · Gatlinburg · American, Steakhouse
The Park Grill is a reliable dinner stop if you're winding down after a day in the Smokies and want a solid glass of California wine with your steak — just don't expect the list to reward curiosity or spare your wallet. Send your friends here for the food and the vibe; tell them to drink the Sonoma-Cutrer and not overthink it.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Stowe Village · Stowe · American, Steakhouse
Harrison's is the kind of reliable neighborhood anchor that Stowe regulars and ski-weekend visitors can count on — the wine list won't blow your mind, but it won't let you down either. Send a friend here knowing they'll drink fine; just don't send them expecting a deep dive.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Downtown Denver · Denver · American, Steakhouse
Range is a confident, well-kept steakhouse list that won't surprise you but absolutely won't let you down — especially if California Cabs are your language. Just come in with your eyes open on pricing, and let Dan steer you toward the Jordan.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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