Bellagio Fountain Club elevates 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix with star-studded chef lineup

Tom Colicchio joins José Andrés, David Chang, and Wolfgang Puck at F1’s most exclusive trackside dining experience

As Formula 1 returns to the Las Vegas Strip this November, the Bellagio Fountain Club is raising the stakes on luxury hospitality with an unprecedented culinary lineup that reads like a who’s who of the global food scene. The exclusive venue, perched above the iconic Bellagio fountains with prime views of cars racing at 220 mph, has announced its 2025 chef roster—and it’s the kind of lineup that makes the $7,750 three-day ticket price seem almost reasonable.

A culinary pit crew like no other

The 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix (November 20-22) will see the return of culinary heavyweights who made the previous two years’ events legendary. José Andrés, David Chang, Mario Carbone, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Masaharu Morimoto, Wolfgang Puck, Olivia Tiedemann, Michael Mina, and brothers Bryan and Michael Voltaggio are all back for another lap.

But this year brings fresh faces to the kitchen, with Top Chef head judge Tom Colicchio making his Bellagio Fountain Club debut alongside Antonia Lofaso and Top Chef winner Brooke Williamson. These additions signal MGM Resorts’ commitment to continuously elevating an experience that has already set the bar impossibly high for F1 hospitality worldwide.

“Bellagio Fountain Club has emerged as a singular destination among global live sports venues and has also established itself as one of the world’s most extraordinary dining experiences where guests are not only trackside for F1, but tableside with the greatest chefs on the planet,” said Andrew Lanzino, MGM Resorts International’s Vice President of Citywide Events Strategy.

More than just a meal

What sets the Bellagio Fountain Club apart from other F1 hospitality experiences isn’t just the chef roster—it’s the intimate, interactive nature of the culinary program. These aren’t pre-plated dinners served by anonymous staff. Instead, guests witness culinary theater as world-renowned chefs personally prepare and serve their signature dishes throughout the weekend.

Last year’s guests raved about moments like watching Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto perform live tuna carving, handing out pristine sashimi directly to attendees. The caviar station with endless champagne flutes became a de facto meeting point for celebrities and high-rollers alike, while servers from Oysters XO roamed the space with tool belts loaded with shellfish and an arsenal of mignonettes and hot sauces.

Beyond the kitchen stars

The 2025 experience extends beyond the marquee names with several intriguing additions:

• Social media sensations: Owen Han and H Woo Lee, culinary stars in their twenties who rose to fame on TikTok, will operate a pop-up
• The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills: The legendary purveyor brings its expertise to the desert
• Chad Colby: The chef behind Los Angeles’s acclaimed Antico Nuovo (and consulting chef at Bellagio’s Lago) makes an appearance

These additions reflect a savvy understanding of food culture’s evolution, blending established excellence with digital-age influence and specialty purveyors.

The ultimate room with a view

While the food might be the headline act, the setting provides the perfect stage. The purpose-built structure offers what many consider the best vantage point of the entire 3.8-mile circuit. Positioned directly above Las Vegas Boulevard, guests enjoy unobstructed views of the track’s longest straightaway, where drivers hit speeds exceeding 215 mph.

The multi-level venue features stadium-style seating and an expansive rooftop lounge, all with sightlines to both the racing action and the choreographed Bellagio fountains. During last year’s race, the winner’s podium was positioned so that the top three drivers—George Russell, Lewis Hamilton, and Carlos Sainz—celebrated with their images projected onto the fountains while fireworks exploded overhead.

A magnet for the A-list

The Bellagio Fountain Club has quickly established itself as the see-and-be-seen destination during race weekend. Last year’s guest list included Eva Longoria, Seth Rogen, Mark Wahlberg, and members of Boyz II Men (who performed the national anthem). The Wahlberg brothers—Mark, Donnie, and Paul—even made an appearance serving Wahlburgers to delighted guests.

This celebrity magnetism creates an atmosphere that transcends typical sporting events. It’s less traditional F1 paddock club and more exclusive Vegas party where world-class racing happens to be the entertainment.

Nightlife meets racing

True to Las Vegas form, the experience doesn’t end when the checkered flag drops. The venue transforms into one of the city’s most exclusive nightspots, with celebrity DJs and surprise performances keeping the energy high into the early hours. Electric nightlife experiences are promised throughout the weekend, along with racing simulators for those who want to channel their inner Max Verstappen.

The price of admission

At $7,750 for a three-day pass, the Bellagio Fountain Club isn’t for casual fans. However, for those who can afford it, the package includes:

• Premium trackside seating with unparalleled views
• All food prepared by celebrity chefs throughout the weekend
• Open bar featuring signature cocktails crafted by award-winning mixologists
• Specialty wines curated by expert sommeliers
• Access to all entertainment and activations
• VIP concierge services through MGM Resorts

Economic impact and evolution

The Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix has quickly become one of the city’s most significant events. The 2024 race attracted over 300,000 attendees and generated more than $1.2 billion in direct economic impact. The Bellagio Fountain Club represents the apex of the luxury experiences that help drive these impressive numbers.

Following two consecutive years of sellouts, the 2025 pricing structure has been refined to offer different tiers, though all remain firmly in the luxury category. This aligns with the Las Vegas Grand Prix’s strategy to grow F1’s U.S. footprint while maintaining its position as one of the most glamorous races on the calendar.

Competition on the Strip

The Bellagio Fountain Club faces competition from other high-end F1 experiences along the Strip. Gordon Ramsay brings his Michelin-starred expertise to a Pit Lane F1 Garage experience, while Papi Steak partners with Fontainebleau for their own trackside offering. However, the combination of location, chef roster, and MGM’s hospitality infrastructure keeps Bellagio at the pole position.

Looking ahead

As Las Vegas continues to establish itself as the “Entertainment and Sports Capital of the World,” the Bellagio Fountain Club serves as a perfect embodiment of the city’s ability to take any event and transform it into something uniquely Vegas. It’s not just about watching cars go fast—it’s about doing so while eating food prepared by the world’s best chefs, rubbing shoulders with celebrities, and sipping champagne as the Bellagio fountains dance in the background.

For those planning to attend, tickets are already on sale, and based on previous years’ sellouts, waiting isn’t advisable. The combination of limited capacity and growing demand means that procrastination could cost you more than just a higher price—it could mean missing out entirely on what has become one of the most coveted tickets in both motorsport and culinary circles.

As the countdown to November continues, one thing is certain: the Bellagio Fountain Club has redefined what F1 hospitality can be, creating an experience that could only exist in Las Vegas—where excess isn’t just accepted, it’s expected, and where the world’s fastest cars share billing with the world’s finest chefs.

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Category: Nightlife
Subcategory: Events
Date: 07/30/2025