623071 Wed May 27 15:45:13 -0700 2009 0 6 Southwest 0 4719965 Full review with pictures http://gourmandsreview.com/blog/reviews/emerils-mgm-grand/ Emeril's located in the studio walk section of the MGM Grand. Emeril’s is more of a casual dining scene, serving both lunch and dinner. Emerils authentic New Orleans Creole flavors are shown throughout the menu and restaurant itself. Yellowtail Sashimi Watercress, Cucumber & Carrots, Yuzu Vinaigrette Tamari Glaze and Tobiko Caviar Yellowtail was fresh and cold. I liked the touch of fennel in the salad added a nice texture and flavor to the dish. Fall River Clam Chowder Bland and boring. Definitely not the best clam chowder I’ve had. Fried Crawfish Fritters Creole Mustard Coleslaw & Mirliton Tartar Sauce These were a huge let down. They were so dense and filling I couldn’t eat more than one and even that was a struggle. There was no flavor of crawfish at all. Stay away. Seafood Pan Roast Two Fish Medallions and Wild American Shrimp Pan Seared and Served on a Seafood Jambalaya with Creole Essence Spiked Butter Sauce and Toasted French Bread This really brought out all the Creole flavors that I was looking for. All of the fish were cooked well and the sauce was rich and flavorful. Really authentic dish. Open Faced Philly Cheese Steak 9 ounce Prime Rib eye Grilled to Your Liking and Served on Top of Buttered Texas Toast and Smothered with Sautéed Bell Peppers, Onions, Wild Mushrooms and Gruyere Cheese Mornay I thought this was good. It had all the flavors of a Philly steak but I’m not a fan of Texas toast, I find it to be way too thick and difficult to eat especially in this dish. Although the appetizers weren’t that great, I still liked the authenticity of some of the entrees. I’d give it another shot for lunch. Wed May 27 15:45:13 -0700 2009 253863 SDGourmand