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Nellie's Southern Kitchen, Las Vegas, NV

Nellie's Southern Kitchen

4.3
4.3
1131 Reviews
$31 to $50
Southern
Visitors to the Las Vegas Strip in the mood for authentic southern cuisine need look no further than the just-like-Grandma-used-to-make dishes of Executive Chef Mario Nichols, a transplant from the kitchen of this restaurant's North Carolina original location. Grandma is real, too: Nellie was the grandmother of Kevin Jonas, Sr., "Papa Jonas" to the fans of his famous sons, and the founder of Nellie's. The food - including freshmade biscuits, shrimp and grits, and chicken and dumplins, shares top billing with Nellie's hospitality and decor. The gorgeous venue, located within the District of MGM Grand, opposite the Grand Garden Arena and close to Wet Republic, Top Golf and the MGM convention center, is open 7 days for lunch and dinner. As you would expect from a Jonas Family Experience, there is free entertainment nightly.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 47 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Soul food
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (702) 640-0156
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mario Nichols
  • Neighborhood
    The Strip
  • Cross street
    Tropicana Boulevard and Koval Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Monorail Drops at MGM Grand and Nellie's is located at the bottom of the escalators to the left when going to Grand Garden Arena
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,131 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

1,131 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This is my 2nd time this week eating at Nellie’s. The food is so good.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wasn't Wowed. Southern rolls were interesting and worth it. Basket of Biscuits was average and we shared the Shrimp & Grit Cakes. Sauce was great and shrimp cooked perfect, grit cakes needed to be more crispy. Portion was good and Leo our server was personable and helpful. Decor definitely kept my attention and a good story behind the Name.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Portion sizes were small and prices were high. Not good enough size or quality of the food to warrant such pricing. Service okay, never cleared dirty plates, even though server came by table 3 times. 1 chicken tender on chicken and waffles? Did someone steal the rest of them from my plate?

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  4. PamH

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful atmosphere and excellent food and service. They are on my visit list everytime I'm in Vegas!

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  5. IeisaN

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food was great. When we return, we'll be back!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. The chef greeted each table and the staff was so friendly and accommodating

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it!!! Everything was excellent. I am definitely coming back!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter was nice in the beginning. Then got mad when I wanted to get something else besides Mac. He got mad when The yams wasn’t good and I thought.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was really good. The ambiance and seating wasn’t what I expected- almost like a warehouse with tables and chairs. No personality. The service was very friendly and efficient.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was good. Waiter was attentive, food was delicious

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  11. SpringVA

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    First impression wasn’t great. At 5:15 pm there was nobody at the host station. I finally went inside and asked a bartender if there was someone to seat us. He said yes, they’d be out shortly. We were told that one of the servers was late coming in so we’d need to wait (yes, we had a reservation). I overheard her ask another customer if they’d be ok with a high top table. They said no, but I said we’re happy to sit at one. Our server was friendly and helpful. I had the fried chicken, delicious but a tad greasy. My husband had the meatloaf, it was good not great. The meatloaf was served with brown gravy, and that would have been tasty on the mashed potatoes too. I will probably try it again on my next trip to Las Vegas

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  12. RobertJ

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the chicken and waffles. It was OK, I don't think I would eat that again. The service was good though.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Overpriced and poor food quality. Waiter did a good job.

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  14. Jay30406

    Phoenix

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and I enjoyed the atmosphere. We were never rushed. The food was very good but the okra was kind of gummy?

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  15. Lover

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious!!! The biscuits were so good. Fried chicken and Mac was good. Collards were cool.

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  16. LRH218

    Las Vegas

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was good, chicken was very dry, peach cobbler was more like peach crunch. Try chicken thighs with your chicken and waffles, would taste much better and peach cobbler needs crust not crumbles

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  17. JenniferN

    Des Moines

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is amazing! Our server we had to flag down a number of times. The only thing that we wished was different that we wouldn’t have been right next to the stage. It was super loud so you couldn’t talk. It said nothing about that when I made reservations. If you can get over those two things the food is phenomenal!!

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  18. ArunaD

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I went to Nellie's because I thought MGM Grand would have quality restaurants, along with the coverage of the restaurant and the chef on social media. I was quite disappointed in the food, service, and setting. I ordered biscuits with gravy, as well as chicken and dumplings. I have to say everything had taste/flavor. The biscuits were nice but I have had better. I know chicken and dumplings is a homey style meal (I make it myself) but the gravy was gray and congealed as I was eating it. I unfortunately couldn't finish it. The service was very rushed although there weren't a lot of people in there. The main waiter was very nice and sweet but there was a guy who just brought out food and he was very short in his interactions (he also had on a mask which wasn't a problem but I couldn't understand what he was saying). They had music which was really good but the singer dressed very casual and didn't fit the environment. Even the restaurant decor had me confused....I wouldn't go back unfortunately.

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  19. Tosha

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Southern Charm and Culinary Delights: Nellie's Kitchen Shines Nellie Southern Kitchen is a rare find, but worth the hunt. Exceptional service, generous portions, and live music set the stage. The margarita hit the spot, and the mac and cheese, along with the chicken, were divine. Clean bathrooms added to the inviting atmosphere. A truly enjoyable dining experience

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The chicken had no taste could even taste the salt or pepper.

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  21. TommyD

    Portland

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was excellent- Dana was very nice and really great. It was busy so took a bit to get orders in and then get food. Biscuits were really good! Pinto beans also great as was the special pork chop. The rest of our order was ok, not necessarily stand out.

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  22. Queen

    Philadelphia

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great chicken and excellent chicken and dumplings. The service was great and the chef came personally to ensure that service was delivered promptly and properly.

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  23. JohnB

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had shrimp and grits and pinto beans with pulled pork was seasoned well and delicious. This is our go to restaurant when we visit Vegas. Our hats off to the chef.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had the pulled pork with baked macaroni and salad meal. Pork was moist and tender and the macaroni has a distinct flavor. A lot of food for the price. Could not eat it all.

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  25. Sisco

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Fried Chicken. Worth the trip. Large portion for the price.

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  26. Raymond

    Las Vegas

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was good but far from being great. The catfish was very salty but overall still decent. The spare rib was slightly dry but had great flavor. The price was a little high compared to portion size. The waitress was no help with recommendations as everything I asked about she’d never had. I will return to this location in the future and give a second chance.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Tulsa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great southern food, elevated. Had the chicken fried steak and it was great. The unsung hero of the evening was the pinto beans! Great flavor with the pulled pork. I would have gotten that hind sight after experiencing it. Great cornbread and perfect amount of sweetness.

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  28. MJ248

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been coming to Vegas yearly since 2017 and this was my first time eating at Nellie’s! When I tell you that I am so upset that I didn’t find them sooner. This is by far the best restaurant I have been to in Las Vegas. The food was absolutely exceptional! My husband and I ordered the Southern Rolls which is my new favorite dish anywhere! The flavors and sauce were so complementary and such a delicious way to start our dining experience. We both ordered the lobster waffle which was also amazing! Even better, Chef Mario came out to introduce himself to us and was so personable and accommodating to us. Our server Blanca was also phenomenal! We are likely going to return once more before we head home. If you don’t go anywhere, make it a point to visit Nellie’s! You won’t be disappointed!

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  29. MarleneL

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I thought the food was mediocre from the last time we visited and way overpriced! It cost us $83 for a BLT , burger and a beer!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service food and drinks were great! Leo was a great server !!

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  31. johne

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My wife had the chefs special and it was pretty bad A tiny piece of mediocre steak and a large shrimp over rice Not worth the cost at all The chicken fried steak was good though

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  32. CatherineC

    Detroit

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My mom was in town visiting so my husband and I wanted to treat her to brunch at a new restaurant. All the associates we interacted with were so professional. Our server, Stephanie was amazing & so attentive. We had chicken and dumplings, shrimp and grits, catfish, macaroni and cheese and greens. EVERYTHING we ordered was absolutely delicious! Highly recommended!!

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  33. LisaL

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I was disappointed in the overall meal, the macaroni had to be sent back because it tasted as if they had made it with garlic. The collard greens and cornbread muffins were the best things on the menu. However, when the server brought our bill, it was $42, which wasn’t bad, we placed a $50 bill in the restaurant jacket, along with the bill, then we left. After leaving we received a disturbing call, from the restaurant, expressing that we had left without paying our bill, which was extremely upsetting, because we knew it wasn’t true. Later, in the discussion about the bill, the server, picks up the phone and apologizes, because he says, he didn’t initially see the money and our question was how, because the money was larger in size than the bill. We then spoke with a manager regarding the matter, because it was so upsetting and his only response was “ what do we want him to do, because the server apologized “, needless to say this could have been something more than it was, therefore we will never go back again. This behavior by the staff, speaks volumes for this restaurant and what it stands for.

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  34. KKelly

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Our food was good but not excellent. The biscuits were over-baked. The decor in no way felt like a 'southern kitchen.' It was more like 'industrial sports bar.' The music was ridiculously loud to the point where we couldn't hear each other for conversation. The service was solid. But overall, we won't be returning anytime soon. The experience was a disappointment.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It was not that busy but food took a while to get the food and some of food was cold and it was very expensive so not sure if I would go again

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  36. Jenbabe

    San Diego

    28 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was TRASH, but the food was on point.

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  37. Wonder76

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    this is a must visit every time I am in Las Vegas. I always recommend to all my family and friends. All positive feedback on my recommendation.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service are always great. Will be back again.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was fantastic! Unfortunately I do not recall his name.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and exceptional wait staff. We’ll be back!

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Nellie's Southern Kitchen is rated 4.3 stars by 1131 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 47 times today
Google Map for Nellie's Southern Kitchen

3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Tropicana Boulevard and Koval Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    The Strip
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Soul food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Monorail Drops at MGM Grand and Nellie's is located at the bottom of the escalators to the left when going to Grand Garden Arena
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mario Nichols
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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