Dining at The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa: what and when
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa offers on-site options for every mealtime: Marrakesh Express for grab-and-go breakfast and coffee, Rick’s Café for all-day American/Mediterranean-influenced meals, Marssa Restaurant for lake-view steakhouse dinner (Wed–Sat evenings), and seasonal pool bars like Pool Grille and Sandsa Bar & Grill for lunch and drinks. Check specific venue hours and reservation notes (Marssa recommends reservations; Rick’s does not) because several outlets are seasonal or have limited weekly hours.
In this guide
- Quick overview of on-site dining
- When to plan breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Marssa Restaurant: steakhouse & sushi (when to go and what to expect)
- Casual & poolside dining: Rick’s Café, Pool Grille and Sandsa Bar & Grill
- Arabesque Lounge and late-night drinks
- Family, dietary needs and practical tips
- Booking, hours and day-of checks
Quick overview of on-site dining
Dining at The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa is a mix of sit-down restaurants, a coffee-shop marketplace, and seasonal poolside outlets. The property lists Marssa Restaurant, Rick’s Café, Marrakesh Express, Pool Grille, Sandsa Bar & Grill and Arabesque Lounge among its guest-facing outlets.
Meals are not included with most room rates; breakfast is typically available for a surcharge (a set-menu breakfast is offered roughly 6:30–11:00 AM). For fast starts, Marrakesh Express offers Starbucks drinks and pastries; for more formal evenings, Marssa focuses on steak and sushi in a lake-view setting.
- Marrakesh Express — coffee, pastries, grab-and-go (hours vary; ask concierge)
- Rick’s Café — breakfast, lunch, dinner (no reservation required)
- Marssa Restaurant — steakhouse & sushi, lake views (open Wed–Sat dinner only; reservations recommended)
- Pool Grille & Sandsa Bar & Grill — seasonal poolside lunch and cocktails
- Arabesque Lounge — cocktails and beer (noted for staying open late)
| Venue | Typical service | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Marssa Restaurant | Dinner (steak & sushi) | Open Wed–Sat, reservations recommended |
| Rick’s Café | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Casual, reservations not required |
| Marrakesh Express | Coffee & Pastries | Grab-and-go; hours vary |
When to plan breakfast, lunch and dinner
Breakfast service is available at Rick’s Café and grab-and-go items at Marrakesh Express; a set-menu breakfast is commonly offered roughly 6:30–11:00 AM for a surcharge (most rates do not include breakfast).
Poolside lunch options (Pool Grille and Sandsa Bar & Grill) run seasonally, with Pool Grille listed as open 11:00 AM–7:00 PM. Dinner service at Marssa is limited to Wednesday–Saturday evenings (5:00 PM–9:30 PM).
- Rick’s Café: 6:30 AM–11:00 AM (breakfast), 11:00 AM–2:00 PM (lunch), 5:00 PM–10:00 PM (dinner) — per Marriott listings
- Marssa Restaurant: Wed–Sat, 5:00 PM–9:30 PM (closed Sun–Tue)
- Pool Grille: daily 11:00 AM–7:00 PM (seasonal)
| Meal | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | About 6:30 AM–11:00 AM (Rick’s / Marrakesh Express) |
| Lunch | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM (Rick’s) / Pool Grille 11:00 AM–7:00 PM |
| Dinner | 5:00 PM–9:30 PM (Marssa Wed–Sat) / Rick’s 5:00 PM–10:00 PM |
Marssa Restaurant: steakhouse & sushi (when to go and what to expect)
Marssa is the Westin’s lake-view steakhouse and sushi program; it features Certified Angus Beef and Wagyu cuts alongside Japanese/Asian-fusion sushi and seafood. The venue is listed as an upscale option and carries a Casual/Resort Casual dress standard.
Marssa is open Wednesday through Saturday evenings (5:00 PM–9:30 PM). Reservations are recommended and can be made via OpenTable or by phone; the restaurant is closed Sunday–Tuesday, so plan around those days.
- Open Wed–Sat, 5:00 PM–9:30 PM (Marriott listing)
- Recommended to reserve (OpenTable or by phone)
- Dress: Casual / Resort Casual
| What it’s best for | Hours |
|---|---|
| Dinner, special nights, sushi & steaks | Wed–Sat, 5:00 PM–9:30 PM |
| Reservations suggested | Bookable on OpenTable or by phone |
Casual & poolside dining: Rick’s Café, Pool Grille and Sandsa Bar & Grill
Rick’s Café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with Mediterranean-influenced American dishes; it does not require reservations. Poolside outlets (Pool Grille and Sandsa Bar & Grill) focus on light fare, salads, sandwiches and cocktails and operate seasonally.
Pool dining hours and availability vary by season—Pool Grille lists 11:00 AM–7:00 PM. Sandsa Bar & Grill is often closed in winter months; check with the concierge for current seasonal openings and pool hours before you plan to eat outside.
- Rick’s Café — casual all-day option; no reservation needed
- Pool Grille — seasonal, 11:00 AM–7:00 PM (light fare by the pool)
- Sandsa Bar & Grill — seasonal pool bar; hours vary, often closed in winter
| Outlet | Typical offering |
|---|---|
| Rick’s Café | Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Mediterranean‑influenced comfort food |
| Pool Grille | Poolside salads, sandwiches, cocktails (seasonal) |
| Sandsa Bar & Grill | Pool bar drinks and light fare (seasonal) |
Arabesque Lounge and late-night drinks
Arabesque Lounge serves craft cocktails, local craft beers and premium spirits in a lounge setting. Marriott and guest-facing listings note Arabesque is the resort bar that often stays open past midnight — a practical choice if you want later service without leaving the property.
If you plan late dinners or drinks, check current hours with the front desk or concierge since lounge and bar hours can change for events or seasonality.
- Serves cocktails, local craft beer and premium spirits
- Noted as staying open past midnight (confirm nightly hours)
- Good option for a post-dinner drink without traveling to the Strip
| When to use | Why choose it |
|---|---|
| Late-night drinks | Open late, more lounge-style options |
| Casual evening | Relaxed atmosphere, craft cocktails |
Family, dietary needs and practical tips
The resort is family-friendly and children are welcome in the dining venues; Rick’s Café, Pool Grille and Marrakesh Express are practical picks for families. Marssa is suitable for adults and families but observe its limited weekly schedule when planning celebratory dinners.
Vegetarian options are available in breakfast offerings and likely across the menus; the property notes vegetarian breakfast options. For allergies, ask servers about menu specifics and cross-contact policies.
- Children are welcome; the property operates a seasonal children’s pool and Family Zone play area
- Vegetarian breakfast options are offered; other dietary accommodations should be requested onsite
- Marssa’s hours are limited — plan ahead for weekend dinners
| Need | Where to go |
|---|---|
| Quick coffee or pastry | Marrakesh Express |
| Family lunch by pool | Pool Grille / Sandsa Bar & Grill (seasonal) |
| Dinner, steak or sushi | Marssa Restaurant (Wed–Sat evenings) |
Booking, hours and day-of checks
Because several outlets are seasonal or have limited weekly hours, check current hours with the front desk or concierge on arrival. Marssa specifically recommends reservations and can be booked by phone or OpenTable; Rick’s Café does not require reservations.
If you want poolside seating, remember Pool Grille and Sandsa openings depend on season and pool hours; Arabesque Lounge is the most reliable late-night option. For spa-and-dining planning, Ah Spa by Ageless Humans operates daily 10:00 AM–6:00 PM if you intend to pair treatments and meals.
- Confirm outlet hours on arrival — several are seasonal or change by day
- Reserve Marssa for weekend dinner service (Wed–Sat evenings)
- Ask concierge about poolside menus, cabana service and seasonal bar openings
| Contact point | When to use |
|---|---|
| Concierge / Front Desk | Confirm same‑day hours, book Marssa if needed |
| OpenTable / Phone | Reserve Marssa Restaurant |
