I want to try some of the most famous restaurants we’ve seen on TV or in film and this time it means trying the famous Beef Wellington by Gordon Ramsay. I’ve watched Hell’s Kitchen and my mouth would water every time the Wellie was shown. If you’re a fan of Hell’s Kitchen, you know exactly what I mean. But does the dish live up to the hype?

Worth it?

Okay, I can, with 100 percent certainty, say it does. Now truth be told, this is the second time I’ve had Ramsay’s beef Wellington at Gordon Ramsay ‘s Pub & Grill in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The first time I was there was in 2016 when I was a guest of the restaurant and Caesars Hotel. I was there to write this article on that season’s winner. The beef Wellington was seriously the best meal I had ever had. I still remember the scotch egg I talked about in that article. It was insanely delicious.

This time, Caesars Hotel invited me back to check out Hell’s Kitchen and other restaurants for a quick overnight visit. This is where I had a few glitches and it shows you that not everything is perfect for travel writers. I couldn’t change the dates I would be there and Hell’s Kitchen was closed the night I was there. I was also supposed to visit Bobby Flay’s, but because of my significant other’s bad back that got worse as we got to the hotel, we just couldn’t get there. But all wasn’t lost. I had lunch at Gordon Ramsay ‘s Pub & Grill too. I’m not complaining. LOL

For lunch, I chose the Pub Burger, made with prime sirloin, lettuce, tomato, English cheddar, bacon, pickle and red wine glaze on a brioche bun. I prefer it made medium well. I give it a 7 out of 10. Wasn’t bad, but the tomato was mushy. The fries, however, get a 8 out of 10. Well seasoned and tasty.

That smile is all about the Wellington (excuse the frizzy hair, it was raining that day, but it gets better later!). This meal didn’t disappoint again and I ate every single bite. Now I will tell you if you’re interested in making the trip to try this, it runs about $65 for the meal, not including anything else but what you see here. Would I do it again? Hell’s kitchen yeah. LOL

I did get to see the outside of Hell’s Kitchen and took these shots. But damn I wanted to go in. Maybe next time!

Even though the beef Wellington stuffed me to the gills and I don’t think I wanted to eat again until two days later, there was still a place to get a nosh if you get a late night pang. The Tazza Cafe is located right across from Gordon Ramsay ‘s Pub & Grill. Take a look at those pastries! Yum again!

Nobu Hotel

My room was on the 44th floor of the Nobu Hotel (another part of Caesars Hotel) and it had a panoramic view of Atlantic City and the beach. So cool. Even with the rain, it was still relaxing to see the beach. (Did you know that the legendary Robert DeNiro is part owner of the Nobu Hotel chain? There’s another celeb connection for you.) Nobu Hotel just opened on the top three floors of the Centurion Tower at Caesars, featuring 93 rooms and suites designed by David Rockwell and his firm Rockwell Group. The good news — and what I’m picky about — the bed was extremely comfortable. Our room had a coffee maker, but no refrigerator (that we saw) and a shower with a seat.

So if you’re a foodie who loves watching Food Network and other reality cooking shows, there are a few places to try in Atlantic City. You might not win a competition, but you can see what all the fuss is about.

I would like to thank Caesars Hotel and Gordon Ramsay’s for the hospitality. I will be back. My opinions here are my own as was my gambling budget LOL.