The most profitable US restaurant is a celebrity hotspot that makes more than $42 million a year - here's what it's like

Earlier in 2017, Madison Square Garden Co. paid $181 million for a 62.5% stake in Tao Group.

Two other Tao Group venues — Tao Downtown and Lavo New York — also made Restaurant Business's top 10 list of most profitable restaurants.

The Tao Group has more than 20 establishments in New York City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Sydney, Australia.

Tao Las Vegas is part of the restaurant and nightlife company Tao Group.

These venues attract even more celebrities than the restaurant.

Tao Las Vegas additionally has two sister venues — Tao Beach and Tao Nightclub.

Kim Kardashian has hosted her birthday at the restaurant more than once.

Thanks to its clubby atmosphere, Tao has become a go-to for celebrities.

The average check at Tao is $90.

Source: Restaurant Business

Plus, there's plenty of cocktails.

In practice, that means a mix of Chinese, Japanese, and Thai-inspired cuisine.

Tao serves what it calls a "culinary blend of traditional and contemporary Asian cuisine meant to invigorate the senses and fuel guests for a night at the club."

"The vibe dining experience is further exalted with creative musical programming that is carefully selected to fill the room and continue the journey into sensual bliss," Tao's website states.

Source: Tao Las Vegas

Upon entering, guests are greeted with a 20-foot Buddha statue, which seemingly floats upon an infinity pool filled with Japanese Ko.

Tao is located within the famous Venetian Hotel.