Jeremy Ford’s Epic Chinatown Food Crawl: Top Chef’s Must-Try 10-Stop Guide
Get ready to trace the steps of the Jeremy Ford Chinatown Food Crawl! Las Vegas just received one of its biggest celebrity endorsements yet, after the *Top Chef* winner went on a high-octane, 10-stop, eight-hour dining marathon through Spring Mountain Road, and his mind was officially blown.
This major feature on VisitLasVegas.com confirms what locals already know: Chinatown is one of the most diverse and rewarding food destinations in the country. The crawl highlights the unexpected—mixing global excellence like French and Spanish cuisine with the world-class, authentic Asian food the district is famous for.
The Top Chef 10-Stop Culinary Itinerary
Here are the 10 spots that earned his high praise—from bubbly French appetizers to the “hug in a hot tub” of Korean comfort food. Consider this your next itinerary!
| Stop | Restaurant | What He Loved | Chef’s Quote/Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Le Club by Partage | Champagne, Charcuterie, and Beef Tartare | He vowed to return for the full tasting menu. |
| 2 | 00 Pie & Pub | Vodka-Sauced Tempesta Market Pepperoni Pizza | One of the best pizzerias in town. |
| 3 | Más Por Favor | Cocktails in the hidden speakeasy/“Narco Tunnel” | The back bar vibe is “full tilt.” |
| 4 | The Golden Tiki | Boozy Dole Whip and “legit” ribs | “Wait—this place never closes?” |
| 5 | Shanghai Taste | Traditional Xiao Long Bao (Soup Dumplings) | “This dumpling ninja show is oddly hypnotic.” |
| 6 | Aburiya Raku | Yellowtail Carpaccio and Robatayaki Skewers | “Seriously, one of the best things I’ve ever eaten.” |
| 7 | Shigotonin | Massive, beautiful slabs of Toro (Fatty Tuna) | The pieces were so big, he joked about them. |
| 8 | EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine | Caviar and eggs topped with bottarga espuma | “This is some next-level brunch energy.”* |
| 9 | Daeho Kalbijjim | Bubbling Kalbijjim (Braised Beef Rib) with mozzarella | “This is like a hug in a hot tub.” |
| 10 | Sookdal Korean BBQ | High-end beef cuts and creamy, spicy Kimchi Risotto | “That risotto? I’d 100% steal that idea.” |
*EDO Note: The original article mentions EDO will be closing in September to reopen as a French restaurant, **Braseria at the Collective**—making this an even more exclusive, short-lived itinerary!
“We wanted to show Jeremy what locals already know—that this stretch of Spring Mountain Road is one of the most varied and rewarding food districts in the country.” David Morris
Where to Find the Chef’s Favorites
To help you plan your own crawl, here is the location for one of the most celebrated spots on the list:
- Aburiya Raku (Stop 6)
5030 W. Spring Mountain Rd #2
Las Vegas, NV 89146*This chef-favorite Izakaya is legendary for its robatayaki skewers and late-night hours.*
🍽️ Your Chinatown Crash Course: The Ultimate Takeaway
For those seeking an evening adventure unlike anything else in Las Vegas, the comprehensive culinary breadth showcased in the Jeremy Ford Chinatown Food Crawl itinerary is a perfect starting point. It brilliantly showcases the district’s evolution into a hub for global dining, where a $5 dumpling and a five-star tasting menu can be found minutes apart, proving that Chinatown is truly a destination for every palate and budget.
The beauty of this crawl confirms Chinatown’s status as a genuine culinary destination, where you can transition seamlessly from French small plates to world-class cuisine in the same plaza. Use Chef Ford‘s itinerary as your inspiration!
About LVCA
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), operating as Visit Las Vegas, is the official destination marketing organization for Southern Nevada. It tirelessly promotes the entire region—from the Strip to Downtown and Chinatown—as the world’s premier tourism and convention destination. Their marketing efforts drive millions of visitors and power the local economy.
About Jeremy Ford
Jeremy Ford, winner of Top Chef Season 13, is a Michelin-starred chef known for his innovative, product-driven cuisine. He is the acclaimed owner of Miami’s Stubborn Seed, which recently expanded to a second location in Las Vegas at Resorts World.
