Heading Out: Mr. Chow Bids Adieu from Caesars Palace
Iconic Chinese eatery, operating at Caesars Palace for a decade, is shutting down its doors.
Say your goodbyes to the swanky, pricey Chinese joint, Mr. Chow, nestled comfortably in Caesars Palace. A representative from Caesars Entertainment spilled the beans to the Las Vegas Review-Journal that this luxurious spot, once serving up a mouth-watering $1,000 golden-wrapped filet mignon, is kissing its Las Vegas days farewell. The restaurant is pulling down the shutters after May 17, with online reservations ceasing immediately.
Initially, it seemed Mr. Chow was destined for Vegas. Michael Chow established his eponymous restaurant in London back in '68, turning it into a playground for the stars where they could savor scallion pancakes and Mr. Chow noodles in style. The restaurant expanded globally, making stops in Beverly Hills, Malibu, New York, Miami, and Riyadh. Vegas was added to the roster in 2015, but it seems the magic was short-lived.
Today, the restaurant—excluding Vegas—stands tall in London, Beverly Hills, New York (two locations), Miami, and Riyadh. The compelling question is: Why couldn't the Vegas outpost keep up?
Behind the Scenes
While the fancy food and star-studded history should have been recipe for success, the real picture was quite different. Multiple factors contributed to the restaurant's downfall, including low business volume and poor placement within the vast Caesars Palace compound, resulting in scant exposure[1][5]. The pandemic hit hard, causing a drop in Asian tourists, which may have dented the clientele[5]. Despite efforts to stay afloat, the restaurant failed to turn a profit and maintain visibility[1][4][5]. The official confirmation came from Caesars Entertainment, marking the end of an era for Mr. Chow in Las Vegas on May 17, 2025[1][4].
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In the vibrant city of Las Vegas, known for its casino-and-gambling scene, Mr. Chow's closure in Caesars Palace adds a new chapter to the entertainment landscape. Despite the city's star-studded reputation, the high-end Chinese restaurant failed to maintain visitor numbers and profitability, with factors contributing to its downfall, including low business volume, poor placement, and the impact of the pandemic on Asian tourism.
