Vegas Med with a serious wine backbone
Mandalay Bay · Las Vegas · Mediterranean
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · April 8, 2026
RagingWine reviewed Orla’s wine list and gave it The Rager — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
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Walking into Orla, the wine list lands with the same confidence as the room — stylish, intentional, and a little bit show-offy in the best way. We're talking 350-500 bottles anchored by heavy hitters from France, California, Spain, and Italy. This is not the wine list of a restaurant that happened to open a wine program; this is a restaurant that built a wine program and then opened a restaurant around it.
The Old World spine is where Orla really earns its Best of Award of Excellence — Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet, Giacomo Conterno Barolo, Chateau Margaux, and Alvaro Palacios L'Ermita signal a list built by people who actually care about provenance and terroir. California gets its due with Kistler Chardonnay and Opus One holding down the power positions, while Penfolds Grange gives the Australia category a legitimate flagship. Vega Sicilia Unico is a welcome flex in the Spain section, and Domaine Weinbach Riesling reminds us that Alsace deserves a seat at the table. The gaps are minor — if you're hunting for deep natural wine or anything south of conventional, you'll be stretching.
Twenty to thirty-five options by the glass is a serious commitment, and at Orla it shows — this isn't just a Cab-Chard-Pinot situation. Expect enough range to match a full Mediterranean meal from aperitivo to the cheese course. Rotation and seasonal updates aren't confirmed, but with two named sommeliers on staff, we'd expect the glass program to stay sharp.
Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir — $60-$80
In a list dominated by Burgundy royalty and Napa blue chips, Drouhin Oregon is the thinking person's move — serious Pinot credibility at a fraction of the cost of the French bottles sitting next to it on the list.
Domaine Weinbach Alsace Riesling
Most tables at Orla are going straight for the Burgundy or the Cabs, but Weinbach Riesling is the sleeper pick — textured, precise, and built to handle the kitchen's spice-forward Mediterranean flavors in a way that Chardonnay simply can't.
Opus One Napa Valley
It's a great wine and everyone knows it, which is exactly the problem — the markup on a name this famous is never kind, and in a list with this much depth, ordering the most recognizable label on the page is leaving money and discovery on the table.
Domaine Weinbach Alsace Riesling + Black Harissa-Grilled Lamb Chops
The Riesling's natural acidity and subtle sweetness cut right through the heat and char of the harissa, while its aromatic intensity can actually keep pace with the spice — where a bigger red just bulldozes, this wine has a conversation with the dish.
The Bottom Line
Orla is the rare Vegas restaurant wine list that justifies the trip on its own terms — serious depth, credentialed staff, and a Mediterranean menu that actually challenges you to explore beyond the obvious picks. Just know that Vegas pricing means you'll pay for the privilege.
Caesars Palace · Las Vegas · French Fine Dining
This is where you come when wine matters as much as the food. The markup is Vegas-steep, but the cellar is world-class and the staff can navigate it. If you're celebrating big or chasing rare French bottles, this is the room.
Deep & Eclectic
Steep
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
· 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
· Atlanta · Mediterranean
Kitty Dare is punching well above its weight for an Atlanta restaurant wine list — fair prices, genuinely adventurous selections, and the rare willingness to pour all of it by the glass. We don't have visibility into service or food specifics, but the list alone is worth coming for. If you want a Lebanese white from 70-year-old vines for $13/glass, this is your place.
Deep & Eclectic
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Atlanta · Mediterranean
Fia has the bones of a genuinely good wine program — thoughtful white selections, a few hidden gems, and a Champagne section that sets a mood — but steep markups and a list that doesn't stray far from the expected hold it back from greatness. Go for the Aligoté or the Trebbiano d'Abruzzo, skip the trophy bottles, and you'll drink well without feeling taken.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Monterey · Mediterranean
Dametra Cafe isn't a wine destination, but it's not trying to be one either — and that honesty is refreshing. The sparkling selection is genuinely fun, prices are fair across the board, and the few left-field picks like Chateau Musar Jeune give the list just enough personality. If you're in Monterey and want a bottle that doesn't feel like a markup shakedown, this is a safe call.
Plays It Safe
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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