San Francisco’s R&G Lounge will open its first Las Vegas location at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace by the end of 2026, offering its signature Cantonese menu and banquet-style dining on the Strip.
R&G Lounge, a well-known Cantonese restaurant from San Francisco’s Chinatown, is set to open its first Las Vegas outpost later this year. The new location will be inside The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, bringing a Bay Area dining institution to one of the Strip’s busiest retail and restaurant destinations.
The expansion marks the first time R&G Lounge has opened outside San Francisco since its founding in 1985. The restaurant is targeting an opening by the end of 2026, according to the company and The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.
What to Expect at the New R&G Lounge
R&G Lounge is known for its extensive Cantonese menu, featuring more than 150 dishes. Signature items include Salt & Pepper Live Crab, R&G Special Beef, and Lychee Martinis. The restaurant’s approach is rooted in traditional Cantonese cooking, with a focus on high-quality ingredients and recipes guided by the Five Elements Theory.
The Las Vegas location will offer banquet-style dining, private VIP rooms, and a full bar, similar to the three-story flagship in San Francisco. The restaurant aims to serve both visitors and locals looking for authentic Cantonese cuisine on the Strip.
Legacy and Family Ownership
Founded by Henry Hung and Kinson Wong, R&G Lounge has grown from a 50-seat basement spot into a multi-level destination in San Francisco. The name stands for “Roots & Generations,” reflecting its family-run legacy. Joe Ling joined as co-owner in 1996, and the restaurant expanded to three stories by 1998 to accommodate growing demand.
Today, the business remains family-operated. Chelsea Hung, daughter of founder Henry Hung, serves as CEO and co-owner, while Christopher Hung is the Culinary Director. The family emphasizes that R&G Lounge is about more than food—it’s a place for celebrating milestones and sharing traditions.
Opening Timeline and Location Details
The Las Vegas R&G Lounge is expected to open by the end of 2026 at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, located at 3500 S. Las Vegas Blvd. The restaurant will join a lineup of established dining options at the shopping center, further expanding the Strip’s range of Asian cuisine.
According to the company, the new location will maintain the same commitment to authentic Cantonese flavors and hospitality that has defined R&G Lounge for over four decades. More details on the opening date and reservation policies are expected as the launch approaches.
