Chef Oscar Amador has quietly flipped one of Chinatown's most familiar strip-mall spaces into something far more personal. On Nov. 1, he opened Amador Cocina Fina in the former EDO spot, leaning into a smaller, more intimate dining room and a tight, dialed-in menu. Regulars will still spot his Spanish technique running through seafood-forward crudos and street-inspired plates, but the vibe is intentionally lower key, at least for now.
Quiet Launch, Serious Game Plan
"We opened quietly because this was never about noise," Amador told the Las Vegas Review-Journal, calling Amador Cocina Fina "the natural evolution of EDO." The chef, who has drawn national attention and James Beard nods, is treating the soft opening as a chance to let the food and service settle into rhythm instead of chasing a splashy debut. Eater Seattle has tracked his Beard recognition and out-of-market projects.
What Is On The Menu
The posted dinner menu lists a chef's tasting at $89 alongside a la carte plates such as the "La France" quesadilla and pollo pibil. The online Amador Cocina Fina dinner menu also shows dry-aged fish ceviche, Hokkaido scallop crudo and playful desserts like Pantera Rosa.
From EDO To Amador
The new name and menu take over the same storefront where EDO Tapas & Wine built a reputation for tightly composed tasting menus before closing to make way for a reimagined concept, as reported by Eater Vegas. That closure, along with the team's broader expansion that includes a brasserie-style project, helps explain why Amador opted for a measured, staff-focused relaunch instead of a big grand-opening spectacle.
Tasting Menu Details And Price Swings
Local critics have already clocked some variation in the tastings. The Las Vegas Review-Journal described a 16-course tasting priced at $135, calling out dishes like a Hokkaido uni carrot cake and a marinated-rabbit macaron. That account contrasts with the $89 chef's tasting on the posted menu, suggesting Amador may rotate formats or occasionally roll out a more elaborate version of the chef's tasting.
Practical Info
Amador Cocina Fina is located at 3400 S. Jones Blvd., Suite 11-A in Chinatown, with hours and contact details listed on the restaurant's website. Reservations are available through OpenTable and the online reservation form at Amador Cocina Fina.
