Legendary chef to close second restaurant on Las Vegas Strip

Sunday, January 5, 2025 8:00 AM
  • Tony Garcia, Las Vegas Review Journal

A legendary chef is closing another longtime restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip.

After 15-plus years, Julian Serrano Tapas at Aria will close permanently after business on Feb. 1, according to a Thursday news release. The venue will transition into a new food and beverage concept anticipated to open in late 2025.

Serrano, 74, closed Picasso at the Bellagio in August after nearly 26 years.

Over the years, the tapas-style restaurant has received industry acclaim for its cuisine and hospitality with awards such as a Four-Star rating from Forbes, Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator and Best New Restaurant of the Year from Esquire, among other awards, the release said.