Photo Credit: @Marvellus22 InstagrmAll clear. Permission granted to indulge in truffle fries.

Before slapping the word “best” on any list, as an editor and as a person, I ask before I write in my attempt to report as close to the truth as possible. What I find to be the best is not enough to compile such lists…at least not for me. It doesn’t seem fair. What I like to do is ask the communities that dine what their recommendations are, then head out to investigate for myself. I know, tough, tough job. When I set out to find the best places to indulge in truffle fries I thought about the word indulge, so I looked it up. “Indulge, verb, to allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of,” and then the word “allow,” stuck out like staring directly at the sun. Do we really need to give ourselves permission to enjoy the luxuries of something as simple as truffle fries? I thought that period of our lives was over? Well, if it’s permission you’re waiting for I say, “go forth my child–indulge.”

1. ENVY STEAKHOUSE AND LOUNGE

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Off the strip is not a common phrase for tourists, but it is for locals. Anything off the strip is something Las Vegas restaurants look forward. Cue in ENVY Steakhouse & Lounge the restaurant inside a hotel where locals come for an abundant serving of truffle fries. Location: 3400 Paradise Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89169. Hours: Monday through Sunday 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 5PM to 10PM.

2. SKINNYFATS

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Generally, fries are a no go for the health nut unless they’re sweet potato fries, but SkinnyFATS is fully on board. They too “indulge” in the triumphant crispy and heavenly oily truffle fries. Location: 6261 Dean Martin Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89118.
Hours: Monday through Sunday 9AM to 9PM.

3. GORDON RAMSAY BURGER

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In the dishes that make up the Gordon Ramsay Burger are his truffle fries. Distinguished for their taste, but also their look. A lot chunkier than the rest a self-assured little grand stack. Location: 3667 S. Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV 89109. Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 11AM-12am, and Friday and Saturday, 11AM-2AM.

4. BACHI BURGER

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Here’s a little restaurant with a slight twist on the traditional truffle fries. Aside from truffle oil, parmesan, and chives Bachi Burger tops them with porcini cream and homemade sundried tomato aioli. Location: 470 E. Windmill Ln., #100, Las Vegas, NV 89123. Hours: Monday through Thursday from 11AM to 10PM and Friday through Saturday 11AM to 11PM.

5. CRAFTKitchen

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A husband and wife’s kitchen and bakery, CRAFTKitchen, offers truffle fries to their locally sourced menu. But what you get, for example, is a love a affair on a plate. Location: 10904 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson, NV 89052. Hours: Saturday to Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 3PM, and Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3PM, 4PM to 9PM.

6. UMAMI BURGER

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When Umami Burger made their debut in Las Vegas, it was also their truffle fries people were excited about. They’re thin cut, crispy, and topped with truffle cheese. Location: 2435 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89109. Hours: Monday through Friday, 11AM to 10PM