Balla Italian Soul Introduces Ciao Bella Brunch
LAS VEGAS (June 4, 2026) – This summer, SAHARA Las Vegas invites guests to experience the ultimate Italian summer escape with the debut of Ciao Bella Brunch at Balla Italian Soul beginning Saturday, June 27. Featuring chef-driven Italian cuisine, playful cocktails, live entertainment and more, Ciao Bella Brunch will bring the carefree European summer spirit to the Las Vegas Strip. Ciao Bella Brunch will be offered exclusively on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. and reservations can be made online at www.saharalasvegas.com.
Designed as more than a traditional brunch, the culinary program is led by James Beard Award-winning Chef Shawn McClain. Guests can enjoy the full menu of coastal-inspired starters, housemade pastas, elevated brunch classics and indulgent desserts à la carte or opt for a family-style experience for $55 per person, available when the entire table participates and encourages guests to share a curated selection of up to four aperitivo offerings and four signature entrées.
Standout starters include Whipped Ricotta with roasted peaches and hot honey; Melon and Burrata; Tomato Arancini; Smoked Whitefish Dip served with crackers; West Coast Oysters, complete with tomato mignonette, horseradish and lemon oil; Caviar Donuts with osetra caviar on warm brioche with lemon curd, creme fraiche and chives; and Italian Pasta Salad with spicy salami, peppers, mushrooms, aged castelrosso, finished with red wine vinaigrette.
Main dish highlights range from Ricotta Pancakes; Prosciutto Omelette with creamy stracciatella, cherry tomatoes, basil; Fusilli Carbonara topped with pancetta, pecorino and black pepper; Calamari Shells with tomato, basil and calabrian chili; Pizzas topped with spicy salami or classic margherita ingredients; Ham and Cheese Croissant Panini with warm comte cheese and garlic butter; Chicken Milanese, a crispy chicken cutlet topped with mozzarella, prosciutto, alfredo and arugula salad; and Steak Frites with herb salsa verde, arugula and fries. To finish, decadent desserts served from a roaming dolce cart feature Tiramisu, Cannoli, Buttermilk Panna Cotta, Italian Cookies, Dark Chocolate Tart, Cannolis, Gelato and more.
Complementing the brunch are bottomless spritzes and mimosas, alongside a vibrant cocktail menu inspired by the sun-soaked Italian Riviera. Signature sips include the Coup de Soleil, crafted with vodka, blood orange liqueur and fresh blood orange juice; the Prickle Me Pink, a lively blend of tequila, prickly pear and elderflower; and Bloody Marys served either classic or spicy. For a more indulgent experience, guests can savor the Affogato Martini Flight, reimagining classic Italian dessert flavors through three mini martinis, Tiramisu paired with Nutella gelato, Pistachio paired with pistachio gelato and Espresso paired with vanilla gelato. The beverage program is rounded out with Italian café favorites, including Cappuccinos, Flat Whites and Lattes, as well as traditional Espresso Service.
Following brunch, guests are encouraged to stop by The Pool, SAHARA Las Vegas’ signature outdoor oasis. Offering complimentary admission for hotel guests of all ages and locals 21+ with valid identifi cation, The Pool invites guests to bask in the summer sunshine. Ideal for a leisurely afternoon, guests can enjoy refreshing cocktails, poolside bites and VIP daybeds and cabanas are available for reservation. Throughout the summer season, Ciao Bella Brunch will introduce a series of themed experiences, including Independence Day Weekend celebrations, Labor Day Weekend programming and a closing party in late September. Additional details will be announced soon.
SAHARA Las Vegas proudly offers free self-parking and valet for all guests.
For more information and to make reservations, please visit saharalasvegas.com and stay connected on Instagram, Facebook and X.
ABOUT SAHARA LAS VEGAS
SAHARA Las Vegas is an all-encompassing resort and casino with 1,613 guest rooms and suites in three distinctive towers, more than 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, The Pool and a collection of acclaimed restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. The 60,000-square-foot casino features elegant designs and a newly expanded slot floor with approximately 30 of the latest slot machines from the world’s top gaming content creators, bringing the total to more than 650 machines. The casino features more than 30 classic table games, the Infinity High Limit Lounge and a sports book operated by global gaming leader William Hill. An impressive selection of culinary and cocktail offerings includes Maroon, a Caribbean Steakhouse by James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi; Balla Italian Soul by James Beard Award-winning chef Shawn McClain; famed Philadelphia sports bar Chickie’s & Pete’s; The Noodle Den; CASBAR Lounge; Uno Más; Prendi; The Tangier; and Zeffer’s Café. SAHARA Las Vegas is also proud to serve as home to MAGIC MIKE LIVE Las Vegas presented by Channing Tatum. SAHARA Las Vegas players can also enjoy the perks of an Infinity Rewards membership, a joint loyalty program between SAHARA and its sister property Grand Sierra Resort and Casino Reno, which gives players the opportunity to earn and redeem rewards across both destinations. SAHARA Las Vegas is a minority-owned business certified by the Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council. For more information, please visit saharalasvegas.com and stay connected on Instagram, Facebook and X.
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