Gyu +

The arrival of Gyu+ in the Southwest was celebrated with dragon dancers, drummers and a line of people that stretched around the building, as fans rejoiced at no longer having to travel to Chinatown for Japanese sandos.

For the uninitiated, sandos are sandwiches made on soft, crustless Japanese milk bread, with traditional Japanese fillings. And as far as we know, two Gyu+’s two locations are the only restaurant in Las Vegas that specializes in making them.

After testing the concept of the popup, the brick-and-mortar location quickly developed of a cult following among Japanese expats and domestic Japanophiles, making it one of Chinatown’s more popular quick-casual lunch spots.

Basic options include a jidori egg salad, spicy chicken katsu, minced shrimp patties, beef filet with onion jam, or portobello mushrooms with onion jam. A pair of rice boxes are also available, along with togarashi-seasoned house-made potato chips. Prices are generally quite reasonable, with one very intentional exception. Those seeking some only-in Vegas decadence can opt for a sando made with ½ pound of 100% Japanese wagyu beef filet, with chips and dessert, for $99.

It’s worth noting that while the original location has a speakeasy in the back that specializes in fine dining dinners, this location is quick-casual only.