5 Restaurants at MGM National Harbor to Look Forward To

NATIONAL HARBOR, MD — MGM National Harbor will be opening its doors on Thursday night, and while everyone is looking forward to the world-class casino that will serve as its centerpiece as well as a theater that will host some top musical acts, don't forget about the new restaurants opening as part of the experience.

Here's a list of five restaurants that will be accepting your reservations starting Thursday, Dec. 8.

Marcus

Created by: Marcus Samuelsson, an Ethiopian-born, Swedish-raised chef and restaurateur who has also made many appearances on television as a judge on Top Chef, Iron Chef USA, Iron Chef America, Chopped and Today.

Description: "Relish in all-day dining and drinks featuring classic American dishes with Marcus’ unique twist, as well as local Maryland ingredients and traditions. Don’t miss out on the extensive wine list, craft beers, signature and classic cocktails, and shareable punch bowls."

Fish by José Andrés

Created by: José Andrés, a highly regarded restaurateur behind many D.C. establishments, such as minibar and the Jaleo franchise.

Description: "Fish by José Andrés celebrates the best of Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, while including time-honored cooking techniques from around the world. Fish will showcase the region’s bounty in live seafood tanks and interactive cooking stations, bringing guests seafood dining in a way that only José Andrés can."

Voltaggio Brothers Steak House

Created by: Bryan and Michael Voltaggio, brothers who were born in Frederick, Md. They competed against each other in the sixth season of Top Chef, with Michael taking home the top prize while Bryan also competed in the finale.

Description: "Known for their time on Bravo’s Emmy-winning season of Top Chef, brothers Bryan and Michael Voltaggio join forces for the first time with their modern Steak House. Dine on dishes drawing inspiration from their home state of Maryland amid nostalgic design details and contemporary furnishings that produce a feeling of coming home."

TAP Sports Bar

Created by: MGM, which also has a TAP Sports Bar in its Las Vegas casino.

Description: "Come grab our signature “Butcher Grind” burger and root for your favorite sports team in front of 95 flat screen TV’s. Or score with an all-star roster of local and seasonal craft beers - perfect for sipping from the best seat in the house overlooking our Nation's Capital and the Potomac."

Ginger

Created by: MGM, which said in a statement: "The concept was developed by a team of expert chefs from MGM Resorts’ properties in Las Vegas and named for a common ingredient found in all Asian cuisine."

Description: "Immerse yourself in a culinary tour of Asia with authentic Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Korean and Japanese dishes amid an extensive menu. Enjoy signature dishes including Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Soft Shell Crab Fried Rice, and House Style Live Lobster along with an extensive Dim Sum menu."

Image of José Andrés via MGM National Harbor