Groot Hospitality’s High-Energy Steakhouse and Fontainebleau Las Vegas to Bring Ultra-Exclusive Culinary Experience to 2024 Event, Offering VIP Access with Paddock Pass, Pit Lane Walk, Private Truck Tours, Podium Celebration and More
TheFORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX has partnered with Papi Steak at Fontainebleau Las Vegas – the famed steakhouse from David “Papi” Einhorn & David Grutman’s Groot Hospitality – to take over an F1® Garage during this year’s race, November 21-23. This ultra-exclusive trackside culinary and entertainment experience will combine Papi Steak’s high energy and the unrivaled hospitality of Las Vegas’ newest luxury resort with the thrills of an F1® race, offering unparalleled access from the starting line to the podium.
“The Papi Steak Garage is one of our most luxurious packages for the 2024 event,” said Renee Wilm, CEO of Las Vegas Grand Prix. “It marries the exhilaration of Vegas nightlife with the haute hospitality of Papi Steak to give guests access to the some of the greatest VIP moments throughout the weekend. Papi Steak is the perfect partner for our trackside dining experience, and we know this is going to be a highly sought-after hospitality offering for the most discerning F1® fans.”
Priced at $35,000 per person, guests can indulge in a flavor array unique to the high-end dining offered by Papi Steak at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, while enjoying the restaurant’s big, bold and photo-worthy design and a nightly lineup of top-notch DJ talent.
The Papi Steak Garage is a three-day ticket and includes:
- F1 Paddock Pass – The F1® Hospitality Garagesare the only tickets that include a Paddock Pass, delivering behind-the-scenes access to the working areas for F1® drivers, team principals, staff and media.
- Trackside Dining by Papi Steak– Ticketholders can dine right next to the pit lane with a menu curated by the Groot Hospitality culinary team. Highlights include a raw bar boasting Alaskan king crab legs, Golden Ossetra caviar and split Maine lobster tails; passed hors d’oeuvre plates of wagyu pastrami, lamb lollipops, hamachi tartare and Papi Steak wagyu sliders; prime rib roast and Australian pure breed New York strip loin carving stations; side dishes; and a dessert station, among other offerings.
- Paddock Club Rooftop Access – The Paddock Club™ rooftop will give fans 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Strip Circuit™ and other soon-to-be-announced activations and experiences.
- LIV on the Grid – As part of the Paddock Club Rooftop, fans can access LIV’s open-air nightlife venue, which will feature a star-studded roster of A-list entertainers synonymous with LIV’s ultimate nightlife and daytime experiences.
- Pit Lane Walk – A walking tour up and down the Las Vegas Pit Lane will be available with exclusive access to see inside the team garages.
- Guided Track Tours – Guests can enjoy a lap around the Las Vegas Strip Circuit standing on specialty trucks, while expert hosts provide commentary on the ins and outs of the track.
- F1® Podium Celebration Access – Guests will be escorted to the iconic F1® Podium Celebration after the checkered flag is waved, where they will stand with the winning teams as confetti and sparkling wine are sprayed down from above.
- Photo Safari – Fans can capture content of the most exclusive areas for the best photo moments along the circuit.
- Access to East Harmon Zone – Guests can be part of the East Harmon Zone, featuring live entertainment throughout the weekend as well as driver interviews, autograph sessions and interactive fan activations.
- Paddock Club Transportation – Paddock Club Shuttles will be available to take guests to and from select properties directly to the Pit Building.
Fusing inspiration from the Golden Era of Hollywood with its exclusive roster of celebrity clientele, Papi Steak – the famed Miami Beach hot spot – opened its second outpost at Fontainebleau Las Vegas in late 2023, bringing the see-and-be-seen destination to the West Coast. The steakhouse, beloved for its delicious cuts and over-the-top energy, has created an entirely new steakhouse experience, perfect for Las Vegas.
Einhorn said, “Just as Las Vegas Grand Prix isn’t just a race, Papi Steak isn’t just dinner. Since launching in Miami and now in Las Vegas, we are overwhelmed with the global appeal. Just like at Papi Steak, you never know what or who you’ll see at the Papi Steak Garage.”
Grutman added, “At Groot Hospitality, we create the most memorable dining and entertainment experiences. With Fontainebleau Las Vegas as our partner, we are going to do something on an even bigger scale – showcasing what Papi Steak is all about. Who doesn’t want to see Papi grilling trackside?”
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Senior Vice President of Hospitality & Nightlife Michael Waltman said, “This collaboration is a natural fit for us. Las Vegas Grand Prix, Fontainebleau Las Vegas and Papi Steak are synonymous with luxury, celebrity and elite experiences. The energy of Papi Steak perfectly complements the lineup of entertainment and electrifying energy that will take over Fontainebleau Las Vegas and Grand Prix Plaza during race week.”
Papi Steak Garage tickets can be purchased by emailing [email protected] or by visiting the F1 Experiences website.
About FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX
Established in 2023, the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX is co-promoted by Formula 1® and Liberty Media Corporation, in collaboration with Clark County. The 50-lap race takes place on a 3.8-mile circuit in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip and sees drivers reach jaw-dropping speeds of over 215 mph (346 kph) as they drive around some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, hotels, and casinos. Through the Las Vegas Grand Prix Foundation, Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. has donated nearly $1 million to local organizations and programs across the state and is committed to providing resources that directly address some of the most pressing challenges facing local families and communities. The 2024 race will take place on November 21-23, 2024. For more information, visit www.f1lasvegasgp.com.
About Groot Hospitality
Groot Hospitality is a Miami Beach, Florida-based collective of top restaurants, bars, cafés, nightlife ventures and hotels. Officially formed in 2018 by the entrepreneur David Grutman, the company is renowned for creating entirely unique atmospheres of upscale dining, luxe decor, marquee entertainment and highly shareable, unforgettable moments. Current Groot Hospitality properties include: The restaurants Casadonna (in partnership with Tao Group Hospitality), Gekkō, Komodo (Miami, Dallas, Las Vegas), Papi Steak (Miami, Las Vegas), Strawberry Moon, Swan, The Goodtime Hotel and the nightclub LIV. At both the Goodtime Hotel and Swan, Grutman is partnered with the multi-hyphenate musician and producer Pharrell Williams. Grutman is also partners with the recording artist and actor Bad Bunny on Gekkō. Multiple other projects are in the pipeline, including an expansion plan bringing Groot Hospitality worldwide.
As of 2023, Groot Hospitality broadened its reach beyond South Florida with the opening of Komodo Dallas, located in the Texan city’s Epic Development neighborhood. Additional ventures include Las Vegas-based outposts of LIV, Komodo and Papi Steak, now open within Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Ultimately, Groot Hospitality delivers one-of-a-kind outings across its locations and activations. By further programming the company’s physical spaces with an immersive, 360-degree approach — including a focus on headline performances and social media vignettes — we consistently provide our patrons with an experience that is high-energy, high-impact, and highly memorable.
About Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a 67-story, vertically integrated luxury resort. Rooted in the 70-year history of the iconic Fontainebleau brand, Fontainebleau Las Vegas brings a legacy of timeless elegance and unparalleled service to the Strip. Certified by the Green Building Initiative with three Green Globes, the resort’s thoughtful design allows guests to move effortlessly among 3,644 luxury hotel rooms and suites, 550,000 square feet of customizable meeting and convention space, 150,000 square feet of gaming space, a collection of world-class restaurants and shops, exquisite pools, vibrant nightlife, and vitality-enhancing spa and wellness offerings. Located at 2777 S. Las Vegas Blvd., adjacent to the acclaimed Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall expansion, Fontainebleau Las Vegas is created by Fontainebleau Development in partnership with Koch Real Estate Investments.
