Balla Italian Soul - Sahara Las Vegas

Name: Balla Italian Soul - Sahara Las Vegas
Address: 2535 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, United States, 89109-1137
Telephone: (702) 761-7000
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

149 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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“BEST NEW ON-STRIP RESTAURANT”—EATER VEGAS Joining SAHARA’s award-winning culinary lineup is Balla Italian Soul, a new Italian restaurant concept from James Beard award-winning Chef Shawn McClain and partners Richard and Sarah Camarota of MC Hospitality. Balla’s regional, seasonal menu offers fresh and vibrant plates to Las Vegas locals and tourists alike. Balla Italian Soul restaurant offers everything you know and love about Italian cuisine made bold and fresh in a vibrant setting that celebrates Italian culture and la dolce vita. Signature dishes include Balla’s selection of aperitivos, handmade pastas, Roman pizzas, an array of fresh seasonal vegetable dishes and salads, and rustic fire-roasted meats and fish, as well as a Euro-centric, eclectic wine list, unique cocktails and playful desserts featuring espresso liqueurs. This Las Vegas Italian restaurant design boasts bold, contemporary Italian art to create stylized spaces for authentic gatherings.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 37 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(702) 761-7000
Website
http://www.saharalasvegas.com/restaurants-bars/balla
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive Chef
Michael Vargas

Location
2535 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109-1137
Neighbourhood
Sahara Hotel & Casino
Cross Street
Las Vegas BLVD, Sahara, Paradise
Parking Details
Hotel Parking
Public Transit
Bus Stop available outside of hotel on Sahara, also accessible via the Vegas Monorail
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 149 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

The Strip
Italian

149 Reviews

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SandraF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ashley. Our server and her assistant was Fabulous. The Food Perfect. The steak was cooked to perfection and sliced awesomely. No Complaints, just can’t wait to get back.
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ColinR
Phoenix
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food3service5ambience5
Prior to ordering I requested the gramolata for my ribeye in place of the rosemary and garlic offered. Our server put my request to the chef who agreed. Then my steak was served with garlic and rosemary. When I reminded the serving staff they questioned whether my request was due to food allergies. They did replace my steak: with the gremolata on the side and sprinkled with rosemary. This steak arrived within 5 minutes. Obviously not cooked from scratch. Both my wife’s food and my own was served warm in temperature at best. Far from hot. Unfortunately this event detracted from our dining experience.
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KimK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was outstanding! Staff was attentive and very kind. Would absolutely recommend!
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AFOODIE
Phoenix
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is amazing! The food, decor, the service! Above and beyond! Can’t wait to go back i’ve already referred a few people to go there this week.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The steaks are amazing. The wine I chose was Dolce Red! This was a perfect combination! It was perfect and the service was wonderful!
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MarkT
San Francisco
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience3
Promised a desert for our 30 th anniversary and not given. Spent $200 and it was ok. Wouldn’t recommend this place
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VegasVic
Las Vegas
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food. One of the best strip steaks I’ve had in a long time and everything else so tasty. Daniella is most excellent server
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PLEL
Las Vegas
23 reviews
3.0
23 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience4
So went for husbands birthday, they knew it was his birthday as they asked . So ordered drinks, my drink was one of ordered from the menu that had limcello, but no alcohol, but they added rum to it. Got my drink it was good, but after I took a sip I felt the rim of the glass and it was chipped. Told the waitress, we were sitting next to the bar mind you and I could see the drinks being made. She came back in a matter of 30 seconds. I said thank you and she left (they where pretty busy mind you for 7pm), I said to my husband, wow that was fast , they didn't make me a new drink, just dumped the original drink into a new glass. That is not good restaurant procedure. You make A NEW DRINK! I called the waitress over and asked her did they just switch the glass and she said yes, I said I don't feel comfortable drinking this, please take it off the bill. Now the manager came over , apologized and did state that a new drink should of been made, my husband had a beer for reference. We had Calamari Misto, Casarecce, early girl tomatoes, garlic, calabrian pepper. Both delicious. The dishes for main course where just ok. Husband got the Pork Delmonico, asked waitress if the balsamic vinegar can get sweet when reduced ,she stated no more on the vinegary side, well that was not the case,tased like BBQ sauce, hubby didn't care for it, but a decent size, I got the mussels, for $34.00 the mussels where SMALL ,needed salt along with the Broccoli di Cicco. Got the nutella gelato crunch and it came with no crunch , said to hubby, wheres the crunch? Waiter over heard me ,came back with crunch ,he thought we ordered with no crunch , crunch more like soft cookie. The meal not cheap ,service was ok. Now it was husbands birthday, restaurants usually give a small desert, our waitress actually came over to bring sugar for espresso and had a small tirimusi with a candle in her hand, I thought oh thats for us, NOPE! She was brining it to another table. Only go back for 1/2 steaks on Tuesdays.
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DonaldS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Outstanding. Great atmosphere and the servers were cheerful, professional and fun too.
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Toddk
Las Vegas
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Michael Vargas head Chef does a remarkable job with fresh favorable food choices . just Outstanding. And service is awesome. A great place for both visitors and locals..
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SuzyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was an amazing experience. Service was excellent and food was very delicious!
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MichaelR
Orlando
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really like this place. Comfortable room, nice ambiance and professional and pleasant service. Steaks are well- prepared and I think their Caesar salad is the best in town. Been here twice now and no complaints at all.
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JAYDEEL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Bread, Meatball and Salad a MUST. Service was great!
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AndyK
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and wonderful service. Would definitely return.
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StephanieM
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience3
It’s overrated. The fish tasted like salt and was overcooked and dry and the chicken used for the parmigiana had a rubbery texture, not fresh. Server’s are great but stick with pasta only.
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DieterS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Other than the young lady who greeted us, staff was very good and professional. Greater made no eye contact, did not smile…. Very mechanical. Hope she was new and will pick it up.
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ReneT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really liked how fresh everything was. Service was great and friendly. We will eat here again on our next visit to the Sahara.
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TeddyN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, the food was great and the service was top notch.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami - Dade
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Delicious Negronis at the bar but service was slow with entrees. Tasty food, casino pricing as expected, would return.
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KellyM
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic beet salad. The pasta was great. Service was great. Highly recommend.
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AliciaN
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was absolutely incredible! We had a very large group, last minute on a Saturday evening. They were so accomidating fitting us in - no only that but our waitress was truly stellar! In regard to the food, I highly recommend the stuffed mushrooms, although all of our dishes were over the top delicious!
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YankeeDoodleDandy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The steak was excellent. Full price steak is expensive, but here's a deal. I signed up for Sahara Insider and received a text invite for 50% off steak with same day reservation.
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Jessy
Fort Lauderdale
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Caleb was a great server, he was patient with us and answered all our concerns about the menu.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
If u love southern Italian Food do not miss this restaurant
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Eric
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The Rigitoni was one of the best pastas I have ever had. Absolutely delicious! Service was excellent and the ambience was nice.
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jenij
San Diego
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I came in for happy hour and it was incredible. Great specials and delicious food.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall1food1service5ambience5
Precio muy elevado respecto a la calidad de producto
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SueT
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was delicious, service very good--- both the server & wine steward spent time explaining choices and gave great suggestions
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MauraR
Portland
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unbelievable service, food was amazing and they were incredibly accommodating to wants or needs. We had a great time
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Gw123
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Don’t miss a meal here. Great service and delicious food with large portions.
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DianeH
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The bartender Martha was an outstanding person Great at making you comfortable and great at making Aperol Spritz and mojitos The pizza was excellent
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DebraC
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food was delicious, the wine was very nice, and the atmosphere was comfortable
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SaintB
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
I had a great time here with my wife for a little date night. We went about 6:30ish and had a seat near the windows which was a nice ambience with the light coming in. Our waitress was extremely nice and helpful and not in a forced way. She was knowledgeable on the menu and was super informative. My wife and I started with some cocktails which was great and the focaccia bread which was delicious. Shortly after we had the Caesar salad come out which to me was one of the best I’ve had. For our entrees we split a pasta and chicken parm which was solid. The entrees weren’t spectacular but they were good. Definitely a spot I’d like to go back to once I’m back in town
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Nothing special. Food is basic. Prosciutto too salty.
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LesterG
Toronto
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had such a special dinner with my mother. The service was wonderful and the food so delicious. The Pork Delmonico was a stand out as well the stuffed muscle. Thank you very cannot wait to come back. The decor and seating were lovely
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KonstantinaV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The pasta dish was not as expected. The rib eye was phenomenal and salad and bread amazing. Half price steak Tuesday was a great bargain. The place worths a visit for just that!
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OpenTable Diner
Columbus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Balla was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Each dish was delicious and our server Eric was outstanding.
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ShunyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great taste and menu. Highly recommend, and would return next trip.
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Care
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant and fantastic food! The chicken parm was amazing and the focaccia!
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OpenTable Diner
Boise
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience3
Noodles over cooked. Forgot one of our dishes.
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FAQs

Balla Italian Soul - Sahara Las Vegas offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (702) 761-7000.

Balla Italian Soul - Sahara Las Vegas is rated 4.7 stars by 149 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Balla Italian Soul - Sahara Las Vegas

2535 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109-1137

Additional information

Cross Street
Las Vegas BLVD, Sahara, Paradise
Neighbourhood
Sahara Hotel & Casino
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Hotel Parking
Public Transit
Bus Stop available outside of hotel on Sahara, also accessible via the Vegas Monorail
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive Chef
Michael Vargas
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.saharalasvegas.com/restaurants-bars/balla
Phone number
(702) 761-7000

Balla Italian Soul - Sahara Las Vegas

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What 149 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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