Nora’s Cuisine, a longtime Las Vegas Italian restaurant, has started construction on its second location at 538 Nevada Way in Boulder City, taking over the former Milo’s space. The opening is anticipated by the end of 2026.
Nora’s Cuisine, a well-established Italian restaurant in Las Vegas, is expanding to Boulder City with a new location now under construction in the city’s revitalized downtown. The restaurant group has acquired the former Milo’s space at 538 Nevada Way, with plans to open later this year, according to reporting by the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
The move marks Nora’s Cuisine’s first expansion outside Las Vegas since its founding in 1992. The Boulder City location will occupy the site previously home to Milo’s, which closed following the passing of owner Milo Hurst nearly two years ago. Construction on the new restaurant began earlier this year, with the team aiming to welcome guests before the end of 2026.
What to Expect at the New Nora’s
While specific details about the Boulder City menu and design have not yet been released, Nora’s Cuisine is known for its Southern Italian recipes, hand-rolled pasta, fresh seafood, and a curated Italian wine list. The original Las Vegas location, operated by the Mauro family, has built a loyal following over three decades, earning more than 5,500 reviews and an average 4.6-star rating.
The restaurant’s website highlights its commitment to authentic Italian food and hospitality, offering options for date nights, family dinners, and private celebrations. The Las Vegas flagship features a floor-to-ceiling wine cellar, outdoor patio with bocce ball, and a spacious dining room, and it remains to be seen how many of these features will be incorporated into the Boulder City outpost.
From Las Vegas Roots to Boulder City
Nora’s Italian Cuisine began as a 12-seat pizzeria and trattoria on West Flamingo Road, founded by Nora and Gino Mauro. After nearly 25 years, the family moved the restaurant into a custom-built, standalone building at 5780 West Flamingo Road, where it continues to serve classic dishes such as the “Crazy Alfredo.” The expansion to Boulder City is led by the Mauro family, including youngest son Marcello Mauro, who confirmed the new opening but has not yet shared further details.
The addition of Nora’s Cuisine to Boulder City’s downtown comes as the area continues to attract new dining and hospitality concepts. The development follows a trend of established Las Vegas restaurants expanding into neighboring communities, similar to recent changes in Chinatown Las Vegas, where Mama Chai’s announced the closure of its Spring Mountain Road shop while continuing operations in other formats.
Opening Timeline and What’s Next
An exact opening date for Nora’s Cuisine in Boulder City has not been announced, but with construction underway, the restaurant is expected to debut by the end of 2026. The new location will bring another Italian dining option to the heart of Boulder City’s downtown, adding to the area’s evolving food scene. Updates on the opening and additional details are expected as construction progresses.
