Julian Serrano Tapas

This place is located at the Aria Hotel in Vegas. The best changlia I've ever had.Tomatoes matched the base appetizer so well, and the octopus was really soft and the temples were properly forgotten, so it went well with the sauce. It was a trip with the groom, so I ate lightly so I didn't feel burdened, but they were both satisfactory meals like course meals.And the butter I asked for smelled so good. I want to drink Changlia while writing this

I went for a solo weekday lunch meal. There is a lunch set where one gets a little tray of marcona almonds, marinated olives and pickled peppers, and picks appetizer, main and dessert for $39 (some items have surcharges). It is a pretty good deal compared to the a la carte prices. The food was delicious, especially the marinated olives, the oysters, and the churros. Minor knock on the paella, which was a bit mushy with no crusty bits. But I have high expectations for paella, and to be fair, there was a generous (and well cooked) amount of protein included so ymmv 🤷‍♀️ I'd happily visit again next time I am in town. Please consider including the octopus as lunch menu option!

The tapas here were 🔥. We had great service and live music. We ordered: 1. Pon con tomate - the bread had a great texture, and the crushed tomatoes on top were delicious. (5/5 🌟) 2.Yellow fin tuna - this came out of a can of greatness. The tuna was delicious, and the paired bread rounded this dish out as one of my favorites. (7/5 🌟) 3. Mushroom risotto - this dish was executed well, and I wanted to love. It was good, but it wasn't a standout. (4/5 🌟) 4. Brava potatoes - the potatoes were tasty but weren't a star of the evening. (4/5 🌟) 5. Chorizo - the accompanying mashed potatoes were executed well. The chorizo was seasoned perfectly and had a great texture. (5/5 🌟) 6. Pisto manchego - this dish was 🔥 and the paired bread was delicious. It was one of my favorites of the night. (7/5 🌟) 7. Sardines - I dont like sardines, but the group enjoyed these. (5/5 🌟 ) 8. Churros - these were prepared well, and the accompanying chocolate sauce was phenomenal. (7/5 🌟) 9. Almond cake - this was a unique desert with great flavors. I would order again as it was a highlight. (7/5 🌟) I would recommend a visit here and don't skip the dessert dishes they were amazing.

Julian Serrano at Aria is a gastronomic delight in the heart of the Vegas Strip. The ambiance sets a refined tone, making it a perfect spot for both casual gatherings and special occasions. The dishes are artfully crafted, merging traditional flavors with a modern twist. We were particularly impressed with the ceviche and scallops crudo. But the real star of our visits was bartender Brian Majano. His mixology skills paired with unparalleled customer service made our experience truly memorable!

Decided to try this restaurant for paella. Made reservations, but arrived a lil early and was able to be seated immediately. The front of the restaurant can be a bit loud since it is near the entrance of the Aria so we opted to sit in the back which was a more quiet and relaxed atmosphere. Our waiter was very prompt and attentive throughout the meal. We ordered the octopus tapas and paella mixta. Octopus was the best we've ever had and it was so tender, flavorful and easy to eat. The paella looked large for two but had a thin later of rice. Good amount of seafood and meat. We asked for it a bit al dente, but rice was still quite soft so not sure how the standard would have been. We didnt ask for dessert, but since this was a special occasion for us they surprised us with complementary churros. Overall a great experience trying spanish tapas and paella.