When it comes to fine dining, Las Vegas is a city that can inspire sticker shock. While those seemingly outrageous price tags are justified by the quality of the cuisine, the world-famous chef creating it and the extravagance of the surroundings, it doesn’t change the fact that some visitors simply can’t afford to indulge. Until now. Follow these tips to not only nosh at some of the city’s highest-priced rooms but also have some change left in the billfold at the end of the day.

Sage

Sage

1. Sage (Aria)

Although simple in concept, farm-to-table cuisine can carry quite steep prices. But from 5-7 p.m. at Shawn McClain’s Sage, indulge in the three-course early evening menu, and you’ll get to try dishes designed by a leader in the food trend for a mere $59. The Shelton’s Farm organic chicken, with buckwheat polenta, sweet potato and brown butter, is worth the price itself. 702.230.2742

2. Table 10 (The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian & The Palazzo)

For $45, practically the price of one entrée, Emeril Lagasse’s Taste of Table 10 menu lets guests dive into four courses of modern American cuisine with a bit of New Orleans spice. Not only do you get main dishes that include wagyu skirt steak and Arctic char, you can also choose anything from the dessert menu. Hello, Emeril’s banana cream pie! 702.607.6363

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon

3. L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon (MGM Grand)

When “Chef of the Century” Joël Robuchon set up L’Atelier next to his namesake fine-dining restaurant, he set up a more reasonably priced venue to serve his French fare. But he wasn’t done, cutting another deal—a pretheater, three-course menu for just $45. From 5-6:30 p.m., take a seat at the counter and watch chefs prepare king snapper ceviche, spiced Maine lobster and suckling pig confit. 702.891.7358

4. Gordon Ramsay Steak (Paris)

It’s all about the Benjamins when you visit the famed Hell’s Kitchen chef’s steakhouse. But don’t fret if the big bills seemed to have vacated your wallet. There’s still a way to try Ramsay’s creations—sit at the bar. Here, fried Blue Point oysters, roasted bone marrow, fish and chips and an American Kobe beef burger are served, for a fraction of the cost of dining room prices. 702.946.4663

5. Top of the World (Stratosphere)

To get a taste of the famed Top of the World restaurant, travel one more flight up Stratosphere’s tower to Level 107 Lounge. Two happy hours—4-7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.-1 a.m.—offer half-price appetizers that come from Top of the World’s kitchen. Just think, for around $20, you can get all the pleasures of award-winning cuisine with options like duck lettuce cups with hoisin sauce, roasted tomato fondue and Kobe beef sliders. 702.380.7777

6. Ferraro’s (4480 Paradise Road)

You want good Italian cuisine? Local Las Vegans will point you towards Ferraro’s, just a few blocks off the Strip. You want great prices? Stop into the spot late at night and take your pick from the Mezzanotte menu, offered from 11 p.m.-2 a.m., where you can enjoy fried calamari for $8, house-made spicy sausage for $6, grilled lamb chops for $14 and braised farm-raised rabbit for $26. It’s inspiring, traditional Italian food with even more inspiring prices. 702.364.5300

7. Vic & Anthony’s (Golden Nugget)

For the cost of one cut of steak at downtown’s award-winning steakhouse, the Distinctive Dining Deal for $49.95 offers guests three filling courses. Filet mignon makes the menu, along with lobster bisque and a decadent chocolate mousse cake. You also can choose sides like creamed spinach or au gratin potatoes. 702.386.8399

8. Nove Italiano (Palms)

When celebs want to get romantic, they take a trip to Nove Italiano for modern Italian fare and a dimly lit room that exudes seduction. There’s always room at Nove’s bar to order delicacies for reasonable prices. The bar bites menu has some flavorful standouts, such as oysters Rockefeller with creamed spinach, and pancetta and crab bruschetta with bell pepper and lemon zest. The amount for both? Only $28. 702.942.6800

Restaurant Guy Savoy

Restaurant Guy Savoy

9. Restaurant Guy Savoy (Caesars Palace)

Dining at Guy Savoy’s fine-dining restaurant is more occasion than meal. But there’s a reason that one of the most expensive restaurants in town consistently fills up despite the bill tipping towards the cost of rent—the French fare is that good. If you want a taste, check out the a la carte menu. This option allows guests to order a dish that appeals most without having to pay several hundred dollars for the multicourse menus. 702.731.7286