Nestled in the enormous World Market Center stands Mundo, a seemingly hidden treasure with quaint ambiance and exquisite cultural flavors. Guests will experience tastes that span across Central American history, from classic recipes to contemporary works of culinary art. Executive Chef Robert Solano’s specialties open with a strong punch and finish with a pleasingly light makeup. Mundo spares no effort in selecting the finest ingredients, allowing dish after dish to hold robust character and its own distinct identity. Locals and visitors alike who venture downtown will find this place a pleasing gem just off the beaten track.
UP FRONT:
Location: 495 South Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, 89106. World Market Center Building A-116 (North Side).
Price and Value: ~$45/person, plus drinks. Orders boast satisfying portions with sides and appetizers well-priced.
Reservations: Recommended, as the restaurant often hosts large parties.
Variety: The menu stretches only a page, but guests will find the selection to span through an assortment of flavors. Traditional Mexican dishes like enchiladas, tamales, carnitas and nachos cater to the basic palate while more elaborate items like Wagyu skirt steak and pollo rostisado appeal to those with gourmet taste. Of note as well are the extensive vegetarian selection and the creative appetizer menu.
Atmosphere: Small enough for intimacy but large enough for a healthy crowd, Mundo welcomes guests with a comfortable feel and stylish dining scene. A lantern-paneled wall casts delicate shadows over a color scheme of dark reds and greens, a la Mexico. Large booths boast intriguing design that parallels Mundo’s chic vibes.
Service: Servers adjust their style to meet the mood, picking up the pace for large parties and slowing down when a group wishes to enjoy a night out. Shout-out to Jose, a server from Mexico who engages guests with a charming attitude and comprehensive menu knowledge.
Food and Drink: Click Here for Part 2, an in-depth look at Mundo’s tastes.
Contact:
Call (702) 270-4400 for reservations.
Find out more on the Mundo Web Page.
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