Chef Emeril Lagasse’s Meril brings Louisiana-inspired cooking and a wide-ranging all-day menu to M Resort in Henderson.

Breakfast favorites such as Bananas Foster French Toast and beignets share the menu with Gulf shrimp tacos, gumbo, blue crab linguine, and grilled ribeye, giving South Valley diners a new resort option with plenty of choice.

Named for Lagasse’s daughter, Meril draws on the chef’s personal favorites and culinary influences. Its menu moves between Southern comfort food, seafood, familiar American dishes, and shareable plates. That range gives the restaurant several entry points: a breakfast stop, a casual lunch or a longer dinner with a mix of starters and entrees.

At a glance

• Location: M Resort Spa Casino, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Henderson
• Style: Contemporary American with Louisiana influences
• Service: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Hours currently listed: 6 a.m.–10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday

Breakfast has a strong Southern accent. Bananas Foster French Toast and beignets bring familiar New Orleans-inspired sweetness, while buttermilk biscuits with andouille gravy and an andouille sausage potato hash with a poached egg make room for savory appetites. The morning menu is substantial enough to make Meril a destination for breakfast, not simply a place to grab coffee before heading elsewhere.

Lunch and dinner widen the field. House boudin balls, crispy Gulf shrimp tacos and barbecue shrimp offer options to share, while gumbo and blue crab linguine put seafood and Louisiana flavors at the center of the meal. Flatbreads, fried chicken, a double cheeseburger and grilled ribeye provide familiar alternatives for diners who want a different direction.

That mix is useful for groups with varied tastes. A table can start with a few smaller plates and build from there, or each diner can choose an individual entree. The menu’s mix of regional references and recognizable dishes makes it easier to plan a meal without every guest needing to agree on one style of cuisine.

Dessert carries the comfort-food thread through to the end. M Resort’s published menu has included banana cream pie, beignets, and bread pudding, along with other sweets. Selections and prices can change, so anyone visiting for a particular dish should check the resort’s current listing first.

For local diners, the restaurant’s location is part of the appeal. M Resort sits on South Las Vegas Boulevard south of the central Strip, placing Meril within reach of Henderson and southern valley neighborhoods. Hotel guests can also find breakfast through late-night service inside the property, while residents can make a planned meal of the resort setting.

The dining room adds context beyond the menu. A local report on the opening described 220 seats, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a wraparound terrace overlooking the M Resort pool. Those details suggest room for both larger gatherings and more relaxed meals, though guests interested in terrace seating should confirm availability directly with the resort.

Meril is presented as a full-service resort restaurant rather than a quick counter stop, and its broad schedule supports different occasions throughout the day. The long weekend hours may be convenient after a late show or evening out, while the early breakfast start gives overnight guests and early risers another option on property.

The range of dishes also lets diners shape the pace of a visit. Boudin balls or shrimp tacos can begin a meal; pasta, seafood, or steak make it more substantial. A group can keep things informal by sharing plates, or settle in for a conventional entree-and-dessert dinner. Those are menu-based possibilities, not a review of the dining experience.

Before heading over, use M Resort’s Meril page to confirm current menus, prices, hours and reservation details. The resort lists the restaurant at 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South in Henderson; checking the official page is the most direct way to confirm day-of information.