Mass appeal

AS Las Vegas restaurants struggle to attract a dwindling pool of recession-struck diners, we've begun to see a trend emerging on menus across the valley: accessibility. From gourmet restaurants offering sliders and steaks to world-class chefs creating casual eateries, the name of the game is to make sure you have something for everyone. This "dumbing down" process is completely understandable, and if it helps bring new customers into restaurants they wouldn't otherwise visit, I'm all for it. But I do worry when the familiar options start to crowd out the more exciting and adventurous cuisine I crave when dining out.