The food was good. Authentic; I'll give it that. The service was okay. Overly attentive at times followed by no attention at all for 15 to 20 minutes at a time. Prices were good considering that you're in the Venetian at a celebrity chef's venue. Legitimate wine selection. In short, your stomach will likely be satisfied and your wallet will likely not be empty. \n\nHowever, I cannot overlook a very racist remark Mario Batali made not long ago. It will not stand I'm sure folks will chime in with contrary opinions. Feel free but just like Mr. Chik-Fil-A who chose to use his position and power to spew messages of hate, Mr. Batali has to face the consequences of revealing private opinion in a public setting. In this case that consequence is not terribly significant; I will simply never be a patron. Had I not been invited by my boss I would never have stepped foot in any of his establishments.