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Like most of you, we sorely missed live music during the 2020 shutdown. We love the energy of a room filled with like-minded fans, singing along with some of our favorite artists and escaping the worries of the day. And live music is now fully back, with incredible offerings practically every week, from performers who are here for just a few nights to those who have signed on for long-term residencies. Odds are you might already have a ticket (or two) for some of these concerts this week, but just in case you need a bit more help deciding, this issue contains plenty of options. Two residencies you definitely want to check out include Keith Urban at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace (“Now Playing,” p. 30) and Carrie Underwood at Resorts World Las Vegas (“Larger Than Country,” p. 11). Fans of classic rock will definitely want to get rocked like a hurricane with the arrival of Scorpions, who are set to perform a limited-engagement residency at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort (“Rock Believers!” p. 34), or perhaps check out the Sammy Hagar residency at The STRAT, a guaranteed fun party atmosphere (“Turn Up the Music,” p. 49). But live music is only the beginning of your unforgettable Vegas experience. There are also some amazing shows to

see, including burlesque revue Rated Red at AREA15. In this issue, associate editor Kiko Miyasato interviews Jawkeen Howard, the show’s choreographer (“All the Right Moves,” p. 12). We’ve also lined up a fantastic collection of next-level restaurants: Libertine Social at Mandalay Bay (“Indulge Together,” p. 9); Ping Pang Pong at Gold Coast (“An Abundant Table,” p. 14); Bazaar Meat by José Andrés at Sahara Las Vegas (“Creative Finds,” p. 17); Sadelle’s at Bellagio (“Morning Glory,” p. 24); Majordomo Meat & Fish at The Palazzo (“Holy Smoked!” p. 10); Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House at MGM Grand (“Creole at Its Finest,” p. 13); and Bavette’s Steakhouse & Bar at Park MGM (“Chicagoan Delight,” p. 16). Looking to experience one of our city’s resorts? Check out Miyasato’s walkthrough of three highlights of one of downtown’s most popular properties (“1, 2, 3: Circa Resort & Casino,” p. 36). How about a great experience or two for the whole family? Check out our coverage of such attractions as Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. at Treasure Island (“Take a Heroic Journey,” p. 14) or the thrill rides at The STRAT (“Over the Edge,” p. 13). We hope you get tickets to your favorite music stars. And we hope that’s only the beginning of your Vegas experience.

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Highlights

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Bavette’s Steakhouse & Bar

9 SPOTLIGHT 20 FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS

Michael Nealy Baker

22 CHEERS Dayclubs

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Sadelle’s

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26 ON AND OFF THE STRIP

Innovative Dining

30 FEATURES

Keith Urban Q&A: Jaida Essence Hall of RuPaul’s Drag Race Live! Scorpions

1, 2, 3: Circa Resort & Casino The Best Seat in the House

44 LVING

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49 LISTINGS 63 ELITE

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Indulge Together When you dine at Libertine Social, it’s just that, social. Everything about Shawn McClain’s place is designed to encourage interaction between you and your party as you nosh. With several areas to land, from the dining room to one of two bars, and the patio outside, the buzz of the entire establishment

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will get you fired up. And the menu is just as buzzy now as it was when Libertine opened— the caviar fried egg, filled with corn pudding and topped with caviar and brioche, is almost a must. You’ll find main dishes like roasted Petaluma chicken and the hefty Libertine

cheeseburger. And drinks! The drink menu was designed by celebrated mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim, and features some super libations. Plus, a to-go window lets you get some of those culinary pops at lunch on weekends, before the restaurant opens for the evening. –Nina King

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Holy Smoked!

Enjoy a celebrity chef’s take on traditional foods David Chang is an explorer. As much as he has accomplished—chef, author, TV personality and more—he’s always looking ahead, never satisfied, always curious. Lucky for us, that sense of adventure is on full display here in Las Vegas at his amazing restaurant, Majordomo Meat & Fish. The sense that you are entering rarefied air becomes apparent the minute you set foot in the restaurant. It’s absolutely gorgeous, with perfectly appointed tables and an attentive waitstaff making sure your experience is impeccable. If you decide to start with a cocktail, make sure to try one of Chang’s smoked versions of either an Old-Fashioned or Negroni (a recent addition).

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Both are prepared tableside, and you’ll want to get your phone out to shoot the process. Chang’s desire to think differently is apparent all over the menu. Start off with bing bread and chickpea dip to see what we mean. It’s tempting to think of it as hummus, but it is not. It’s decidedly unique, flavored with Chang’s fermented hozon spice. You can also enjoy bing bread with shaved foie gras or tingly lamb, which is just what it sounds like. The smoke motif continues with the main courses, including an 8-ounce wagyu strip dinner smoked over white oak and mesquite coals and brushed with savory salt butter. Or opt for the

impressive smoked whole plate bone-in short rib, served with beef rice and lettuce wraps. Sides are equally imaginative, including marinated mushrooms and pickled onion rings. Seafood lovers have got to try the miso-marinated Chilean sea bass, served with bok choy, daikon and citrus, or the bluefin tuna crudo from the raw bar. For dessert, some highlights include the Major Doughnut, a pan-fried Krispy Kreme doughnut, vanilla ice cream, banana flambé and caramel whip, and the Major Mess with vanilla meringue, peach whip and macerated peaches. –Ken Miller The Palazzo, 866.659.9643

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Larger Than Country

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Immersed in Art An unforgettable art experience awaits you at The Original Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Las Vegas, where some of the most famous works of art are shown in a way you’ve never seen before. You enter a large, rectangular room, and as the lights dim, Van Gogh’s works like The Starry Night and The Yellow House are projected on every inch of the walls, as plaintive music guides you through the artist’s journey. It’s fascinating, it’s cutting-edge, it’s emotional. And it’s utterly Vegas. –Ken Miller The Shops at Crystals, vangoghvegas.com

Without question, Carrie Underwood is one of the biggest stars in the world. And even though her fans would no doubt be content to just hear her sing her classics, Underwood gives fans a great production to boot in her new Las Vegas show, Reflection. This production utilizes all the classic elements Las Vegas is known for—backup dancers, pyrotechnics, costume changes, moving stages, water effects and so much more. Underwood takes audiences on a journey through her discography, from “Last Name” and “Jesus Take the Wheel” to “Drinking Alone” and “Before He Cheats,” complete with a car being beaten to pieces onstage. And for those who aren’t country fans through and through, know this: Underwood does some serious rocking in this show, including a cover of Led Zeppelin’s “Rock and Roll.” Because it’s Las Vegas, and Underwood and her talented band aren’t holding anything back. This show is the reason you come to Las Vegas. It’s also the reason many of you might be coming back; Underwood is scheduled to play many more dates throughout the year. –Ken Miller

Satisfy Your Cravings If there’s one cuisine we could eat every day, it’s Mexican food—the flavors, the meats, the margaritas, the chips and salsa … OK, we’ve gotta stop! You can satisfy your South-of-the-border cravings at Borracha Mexican Cantina. Start your experience here with the guacamole, made even poppier with cotija cheese. A fantastic appetizer is the shrimp ceviche, so refreshing with avocado, pickled red onions and cilantro vinaigrette. Make

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sure to grab a margarita at this point—we’re partial to the blood orange variety, made with Hornitos Plata tequila. Now down to business! Whether you want street tacos, burritos or some slow-roasted pork carnitas, you’ll be savoring every bite here. And vegans will find plenty to enjoy, too, from roasted tomato and corn soup to veggie rice bowls (with brown rice, natch). –Ken Miller Green Valley Ranch, 702.617.7075

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older generation, too, like Bob Fosse and Fred Astaire, and also bring back 80’s jazz like Paula Abdul. Most revues are either all-female or all-male casts—what was the reason behind featuring both sexes in Rated Red? We wanted to tap into something that was for all audiences. If a man came, they could see beautiful women; if a woman came, she could see beautiful men. I think Vegas was missing that as far as preference—we needed something for all audiences. That’s why the show is male and female, all shapes and all sizes and even different races. Do you think the show is pushing the envelope with having different body types, different displays of love and sex, different dance styles? We are definitely pushing the envelope. AREA15 always pushes the envelope—they want to be different than any other immersive experience or any show that is out there in Las Vegas.

All the Right Moves

Choreographer for ‘Rated Red’ talks shop Jawkeen Howard has a long list of accomplishments when it comes to the world of dance and choreography. As a dancer, he’s performed in Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson ONE and in Cirque’s Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour. As a choreographer, he’s worked with stars including Britney Spears, Demi Lovato and Jill Scott; most recently he helped choreograph the half-time show for the 2022 Pro Bowl at Allegiant Stadium. Howard is also the resident choreographer for AREA15 and choreographed its adults-only show Rated Red. How did you get involved with doing the choreography for Rated Red? I spoke with Kim (Beneville), Winston (Fisher) and Hope (Bellueme) with AREA15. I was

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currently choregraphing for their RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 viewing party, (which) was at AREA15, that they hosted; and I was choreographing for Elliott with 2 T’s. They saw my work with that and they had an idea to create a new-style burlesque show, and asked if I would be interested in choreographing the show and being on the creative team for AREA15. What styles of dance did you focus on for the show? As far as the dancing, I thought it would be nice to bring something different from your normal Las Vegas revue shows, burlesque shows as far as style-wise. I wanted to tap into more of the street jazz, jazz funk and commercial dance. I wanted to draw inspiration from the

What are your favorite vignettes in the show? We should talk about our singer in the show and that particular number. Sophia Monica, the singer—I get a lot of great feedback on her. How she is vocally, the striptease she does, her dancing. I think she’s a triple threat, and that is one of my favorite numbers. The Rated Red band—the sound is amazing how they play that number. We did our own rendition of “Seven Nation Army” with the live singer and the live band. And the number “Rockstar,” because it’s the women-empowerment number with four badass women of all races hitting the choreography with so much confidence. And the pole number because Sarah Johnston brings sexy athleticism, control, strength and dynamic musicality to the pole. Where do you draw your inspiration from as far as the music and dancing and putting it together? I listen to a lot of music. It comes from the lyrics. My day-to-day plans. My relationship with my new husband, Dylin Lujan, he inspires me a lot—my marriage and my love life and how happy I have been. My family inspires me, too. I just put all that in my work. –Kiko Miyasato

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Over the Edge

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At the top of the iconic tower at The STRAT are three thrill rides that will leave you feeling brave and bemused, dazed and confused, all at the same time. The drop tower ride Big Shot, looking like the biggest ring-the-bell game you’ve ever seen, propels its riders straight up at approximately 45 mph from 921 feet to 1,081 feet. No, you can’t wear your flip-flops. The X-Scream emulates the feeling of a roller coaster as a car rolls back and forth on a piece of track. Of course, it’s not exactly the gentlest of motions, and it may just startle you. Then, it’s time to get tipped over the edge—and if that doesn’t freak you out, we don’t know what will. Wait, we do know what will: The arcing arms of the inverted centrifuge ride Insanity, which hangs you 64 feet over the edge of the tower while rapidly spinning (3 Gs). And it’s not even level—you will be spinning at an angle. Oh, sweet geez. All the rides have separate requirements, from age to height, weight and medical restrictions. Bonus thrill points: Jump off the tower. Yes, you can, on SkyJump, a controlled plummet all the way to the bottom, 855 feet down. Chicken out? You? No way. –Nina King

Libation Station Electra Cocktail Club is sleek, sexy and offers some of the best handcrafted cocktails on the Strip. Try ordering from the Zodiac Cocktail Menu. Bartenders have created a special cocktail for each sign of the zodiac. If you’re in town this week celebrating your birthday, then you must be an Aries. The Aries cocktail mixes together Campari, mezcal, Plantation rum, lime and pineapple juices and ginger syrup and ginger candy. You’d be remiss to not try one of Electra’s most-famous cocktails, the frozen Penichillin, with Monkey Shoulder Scotch, smoky Scotch, lemon, ginger and honey. –Kiko Miyasato The Palazzo, 702.607.1950 Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House courtesy photo The STRAT thrill rides photo by Christopher DeVargas Electra Cocktail Club photo by Anthony Mair

Creole at Its Finest Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House, has set the standard for dishes like Creole seafood boil, jumbo lump crab cake, Carolina gold jumbalaya and gumbo, but there’s so much more to enjoy on this menu, which is always being updated and revamped to ensure your return visit is as memorable as the first. Signature cocktails include the Emeril’s Strawberry Lemonade, made with Burnett’s citrus vodka, and the Bardstown bourbon coffee infusion (the bourbon is passed

through medium-roast coffee, orange peels and various spices before being combined with orgeat syrup and chocolate bitters). Start a meal with seared scallop and homemade spaghetti, featuring heirloom tomatoes and pistachio basil pesto, before enjoying delights like fried young chicken, accompanied by cauliflower “rice” hoppin’ John with black-eyed peas and bacon and preserved lemon salsa verde. –Ken Miller MGM Grand, 702.891.7374

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An Abundant Table Family-owned restaurant Ping Pang Pong is known in Las Vegas for philanthropy, beautiful décor and great food. The sheer number of items on this local favorite’s menu is truly dizzying, with signature dishes and specialties vying for equal attention. Order classic apps like pork pot stickers, chicken lettuce cups and spring rolls to start, or try the grilled lamb chop to change things up. If you are in the mood for barbecue, the Cantonese barbecue items include a half roast duck, crispy pork belly and honey-glazed pork barbecue. There are chicken dishes like the Taiwanese-style three cup chicken, shrimp-stuffed chicken and kung pao chicken, and seafood dishes such as San Pan prawns or Dragonwell shrimp (with green tea flavor). There are plenty of fried rice, noodle and clay pot options like the Night Market fried rice, starring sliced beef with Thai chilis, and anchovy and chicken fried rice. You’ll even find separate sections for lobster, red cod, eel and geoduck, with different preparations for each one. –Nina King

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Take a Heroic Journey Are you a true Marvel fan? Test your knowledge about that universe at Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N., where you’ll be reminded of the origin stories of everyone from Captain America to Thor. You’ll also find a ton of info about each hero, and may glean details you had no clue about before. Take a gander at Captain America’s shield and motorcycle and several of the Iron Man costumes featured in the movies, as well as Hawkeye and Black Widow.

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Throughout the attraction, you’ll find interactive elements that let you discover the true strength of the Hulk in Bruce Banner’s lab, and explore other dimensions with Thor. Not only will you check out the heroes, there might be a few villains featured, too. And take your time—there are plenty of small details that you might overlook at first glance, like Ant-Man’s ants leading you on. –Nina King Treasure Island, 702.894.7722

One of my favorite dishes in Vegas are the potato cakes from Rí Rá Irish Pub—and I literally order them every single time. With mashed potato, cheddar, green onion, sour cream and a balsamic glaze, these appetizers really do get you geared up for another course. The menu is packed with traditional Irish dishes like sausage rolls, bangers and mash, fish and chips, and shepherd’s pie, as well as twist on a Scotch egg made with deviled egg mousse. And you’ll need a beer, of course—choose from classic Guinness and other Irish brews, plus a wide selection of regional and global varieties. –Nina King The Shoppes at Mandalay Bay, 702.632.7771 Ping Pang Pong courtesy photo Rí Rá Irish Pub photo by Anthony Mair Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. photo by Christopher DeVargas


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Steakhouse serves a variety of classics If you want the truly authentic, old-school restaurant experience, there’s a few different ways you could accomplish that: You could head to New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, or any of the other large cities that launched legendary restaurants; or you could head to Las Vegas, where several outposts of those famous restaurants have replicated, right down to the atmosphere and service you know and love. One of the best examples of this has to be Bavette’s Steakhouse & Bar, an immediate hit when it opened, and still one of the top must-visit restaurants on the Las Vegas Strip. Originally opened in Chicago, this version has all the details you’ll look for in a high-end steakhouse—red leather booths, chandeliers, dark woods and even an antechamber where you’ll check in and wait for your table.

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Once you settle into your booth or table, start your evening right with a classic cocktail like the Old Raj Classic, made with Old Raj gin, Dolin Dry vermouth and chartreuse, and Bavette’s Punch, a delicious blend of El Dorado three-year rum, maraschino liqueur and grapefruit. The appetizers here are all equally tempting, but we recommend the tenderloin steak tartare, served with a slow-cooked egg and dijonnaise, the peppered duck and goat cheese terrine, which you can eat on toast, or the baked goat cheese, so flavorful and served with fine herbs and red sauce and a slice of garlic bread to scoop it all up. At a restaurant like Bavette’s, odds are you want to try a steak, and whether it’s a 22-ounce, 42-day dry-aged ribeye or a 16-ounce bone-in filet mignon, you really can’t go wrong here (make

sure to enhance whatever you order with roasted bone marrow or warm king crab Oscar). Plentiful side dishes include truffle mac and cheese, elote-style corn and maple-sweetened thick-cut bacon, practically a main course. There’s also an amazing roasted chicken, served with an olive oil potato purée, and a short rib stroganoff, accompanied by button mushrooms and hand-cut fettucine. But there’s one other highlight here you might not expect—an 8-ounce griddled cheeseburger served with hand-cut fries. Add a farm-fresh egg and thickcut bacon to really put this over the top. The desserts here, like Bavette’s itself, are true classics. I recommend ordering several and sharing, as all are equally excellent, from the lemon meringue pie with an epically high meringue, chocolate cream pie and carrot cake. –Ken Miller Steak photo by Kaitlin Fischer Interior photo by Patrick Michael Chin Dessert photo by Michaella Jelin-Till /Yellow Bird Visuals


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Sahara Las Vegas, 702.761.7610

Fun Time for All It’s all-in-one-Vegas-fun at O’Sheas. The famed Irish-themed venue is a longtime favorite of visitors and locals and is part mini casino (with roulette and blackjack tables), part college-themed fun (there’s beer pong) and part bar and lounge (three bars, and one of them is great for people-watching , being outdoors right along the Linq Promenade). Take your pick from the eight beers on tap and specialty cocktails like the frozen Irish margarita and the frozen Bailey’s cocktail. Then get ready for a night of unadulterated enjoyment. –Kiko Miyasato The Linq Hotel, 702.835.5723

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There are many creative dishes at Bazaar Meat by José Andrés, but some of the most inventive ones from the chef have to be the cones—bite-sized morsels filled with seafood options, like the Bagels & Lox Cone, filled with salmon roe and dill cream cheese or the Caviar Cone, with crème fraîche, Carelian caviar and chives. For many people, no visit is complete without indulging in at least one. But there are many other reasons to dine here— you’ll find salmon, beef and even tomato tartares, plus carpaccio, sausage and acorn-fed Iberian ham on the starters. And, yes, that ham conveys the taste of acorns. Main entrées lean toward meat (as the name says) in a huge array, with the fire pit items including bone-in strip loin, skirt steak (pictured) and rack of lamb. The origin of each item is noted on the menu. The sides are quite decadent as well: roasted leeks; Brussels sprouts petals with lemon purée and lemon air; buttered potato purée, earning its menu description of “butter, butter, more butter, some potatoes.” –Nina King

What a Doll! Perhaps the most popular toy in history has her own homage in Barbie: A Cultural Icon. It features more than 150 vintage dolls, plus interviews from some of the designers responsible for the dolls. “Barbie has an amazing and inspiring history,” said Tim Clothier, the CEO of Illusion Projects Inc., which partnered with toymaker Mattel to produce the exhibit. “There is a real sense of nostalgia when you see what was happening in the world, and

in Barbie’s world, when you were a kid—and then follow the story to how she’s impacting our world today.” For Barbie fans, the holy grail might be the display with the very first doll that Mattel produced in 1959. The first Barbie Dreamhouse is here as well. As someone who gave her Barbie a haircut and regretted it in all the years after, this glimpse back in time will be welcome indeed. –Nina King The Shops at Crystals, barbieexpo.com

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Cranberry Mojito Fresco Italiano offers a nice selection of handcrafted cocktails created by their mixologist. A popular pick to pair with Fresco’s Italian dishes is the Cranberry Mojito mixed with Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit Rose vodka, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, mint leaves, sweet and sour, and cranberries. If it’s a special occasion, Fresco offers a wide selection of bottled wines from Italy and California as well as champagne, prosecco and Moscato. And if you are celebrating, Baker just might serenade you. (Make sure to let the restaurant know). –KM

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Michael Nealy Baker

Lead server serenades from the heart Michael Nealy Baker, senior server for Fresco Italiano at Westgate Las Vegas, will bring you out pasta, lasagna and chicken Parm, but he does more than just serve guests at the Italian restaurant. Baker puts on a show, serenading the tables he serves. (This writer got a little taste of Baker’s singing talents and ... wow!) “I always want to excel beyond expectation, giving guests something they’ve never seen before,” he says. “An individual or family can come and sit at the table and order their food, enjoy the cocktails and pay their check and go about their business. But the one thing I’ve always believed in, is giving them an experience that they’ll talk about, bring their friends or family back and say, ‘Hey this is what happens!’ The key is to deliver something they didn’t anticipate at this restaurant.” Baker has a long history of performing: He comes from a performing arts family. There was always music and dancing in his house growing

up in cities including St. Louis, Ill., Flint, Mich., and the Bronx, N.Y. When he got into the food and beverage industry as a server 25 years ago, he also began to serenade his guests. When he transferred to Las Vegas in 2000, he continued using those niche talents at restaurants like Top of the World at The STRAT and Carmine’s at The Forum Shops at Caesars. “I was very blessed and very fortunate to gain a large clientele and was fortunate to get the highest award in Las Vegas for service in 2015,” he says. He began to gain a reputation in the industry—and on Tripadvisor—and Westgate got wind of his talents, hiring him in 2017. “Now I have a crazy amount of requests,” Baker says. “I’ll sing at one table and then I’ve got five behind that. But I want to make it crystal clear—this isn’t about Michael Nealy Baker, no it is not. This is about the Fresco Italiano family. Giving something to all those who walk through our threshold.” –Kiko Miyasato

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Dayclubs open doors for another season of poolside partying While it may still be cold in other areas of the country, the weather is already warming in Las Vegas … and we all know what that means! Dayclubs, baby! Here, pool season has already begun, which means a handful of dayclubs have opened their doors. So don that bathing suit, put on those shades and get to partying poolside. The newest club on the Strip, Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World, welcomes partiers to its lush, rooftop oasis with a killer lineup of resident DJs and performers throughout the season. This week welcomes Jonas Blue (March 25), Zedd (March 26) and Louis The Child (March 27). Ayu guests can party under the stars beginning at 10 p.m. every Sunday for its Moonbeam parties—

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this week welcomes Jamie Jones with Marco Carola (March 20) and CamelPhat (March 27). One of the most-popular rooftop dayclubs, Drai’s Beachclub at The Cromwell, also opened its doors for another season. With luxury cabanas, multiple pools and views of the Strip, this season welcomes performances by Maria Romano (March 25), Tory Lanez (March 26) and DJ Franzen (March 27). With more than a decade of parties, Wet Republic at MGM Grand is back for another season of poolside fun inside its luxury compound with impressive cabanas and bungalows. This week welcomes top DJ talent like Party Favor (March 20), Kaskade (March 26) and Loud Luxury (March 27).

Celebrate Élia Beach Club’s grand opening weekend with special guest performances and festivities March 25-27. The Virgin Hotels Las Vegas dayclub features both EDM and hip-hop artists throughout the pool season, with a special performance by Snoop Dogg on April 2. Don’t miss this one! Also new this season is Sahara Las Vegas’ new dayclub, Azilo Ultra Pool. Guests at the Moroccan-themed paradise can book cabanas, daybeds and lily pads and enjoy live DJ sets and an eclectic menu of cocktails and light bites. Azilo also offers some great cocktail specials throughout the week. –Kiko Miyasato All dayclubs are 21+

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From breakfast to brunch and lunch, you’re going to find a lot to appreciate at Sadelle’s, an import from New York City that has been a huge hit ever since arriving here in 2019. The restaurant itself is inviting—lots of Tiffany blue highlights, warm, inviting booths and impeccably appointed tables. The waitstaff is attentive and friendly, and always willing to help you out with any questions. You’ll feel instantly welcome here, especially when you start to sip on classic cocktails like Bellinis, mimosas and Bloody Marys. Breakfast options all stress highest-quality ingredients and fresh flavors. You’ll definitely want to start your experience here with a bagel (your choice between plain, sesame, everything and cinnamon raisin), as Sadelle’s is famous for them—they are produced in-house under the direction of executive sous chef Minesh Mehta. They’re incredibly light and fluffy, a result of the amount of time spent proofing the dough. In addition to cream cheese, be sure to get all the accoutrements, from salmon and cucumbers to tomatoes and capers. Soooo good! One of Sadelle’s biggest sellers is the avocado toast, and for good reason: Avocado is mixed with salt, pepper and lemon juice, on top of which pickled red onions and freshly sliced Fresno peppers and avocado are piled. When you add in sea salt, lemon zest, cilantro

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and poppy seeds, you have a flavor bomb that you’ll be reluctant to share. No matter how many times you’ve had French toast, you have never tried anything like Sadelle’s version. Whole loaves of brioche are cut and dried for 24 hours. After that, the pieces are soaked in Sadelle’s signature French toast batter for another 24 hours. After being fried at a low temperature and sliced, each half is caramelized on top. If this doesn’t fit the definition of “comfort food,” we’re not sure what will. Even something as simple as a grapefruit half gets taken up a notch. This version, called grapefruit cocktail,

is given a brûlée top with Sugar in the Raw, caramelized with a blowtorch. For those who love sugar on grapefruit, this is a unique treat. Caviar is used liberally on the menu; enjoy it on any dish (for an additional price). I personally recommend the Bellagio Benedict, topped with Royal Baika caviar from Petrossian. Make sure to plan a return trip for brunch or lunch. The real signature here is the fried chicken, so delicious with its accompaniment of truffle honey, coleslaw and French fries. But as with breakfast, everything on Sadelle’s menu is worth your time.

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These venues will leave your tastebuds singing The Las Vegas dining landscape is stacked with familiar flavors that will hit the sweet spot every time, but sometimes you don’t know what you want. Sometimes you want an experimental experience, creative cuisine that pushes the boundaries and introduces something new. One of the newest edgy eateries in town is Anima (702.202.4291) at the Gramercy center in southwest Las Vegas. Coming from the minds of the team behind the popular EDO

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Tapas restaurant, this energetic new dining destination blends Spanish and Italian dishes without sacrificing the integrity of either style. Crispy croquetas, one of the most popular tapas dishes, have flavors of cacio e pepe, while cured tuna sashimi swims in aji amarillo escabeche. You’ll want to explore the charcuterie boards with imported ingredients from both regions, but don’t skip the indulgent pasta dishes like truffle cavatelli with bone marrow or leek ravioli in foie

gras sauce. Anima is cutting-edge—and unlike any other food experience in Las Vegas. For fun fusion on the Strip, look no further than the seminal SushiSamba (702.607.0700) at The Venetian and Palazzo, which has satisfied guests for years with its unique combination of Japanese, Peruvian and Brazilian dishes. Start with the crispy Hokkaido scallops served wrapped in butter lettuce and graduate to vegetable tempura and rich wagyu beef gyoza.

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Large-format dishes such as the over-the-top Moqueca Mista, an assortment of seafood with coconut milk and chimichurri rice, and the Churrasco Rio Grande, Brazilian-style grilled meats with sides and dipping sauces, are a great way to experience exotic flavors with your entire table. Chef Todd English has restaurants at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas and at the new English Hotel in downtown Las Vegas, but he has reconceptualized the idea of the food hall with The Beast (725.210.5365) at AREA15. The casual concept in the heart of the immersive entertainment district offers a variety of foods, from Buffalo wings to Korean-style corn dogs and beer-battered fish and chips. The Kraken burger boasts five beefy patties in a shareable monument to the all-American meal, and the Beast Breath Smokehouse menu serves up pepper brisket, St. Louis-style pork ribs, hot links and more. There’s a flavor for every preference at The Beast. Sparrow + Wolf (702.790.2147) in Chinatown has evolved from a neighborhood restaurant into a favorite destination for locals and Vegas visitors. That’s because the menu is always changing in exciting new ways. Currently coming off Sparrow’s wood-fired grill and hearth oven are coal-fired Spanish octopus with chickpea stew, black pepper, and honey Iberico pork with foie gras and roasted plantain, Koji-marinated top sirloin with banchan-style cucumbers, and braised lamb neck with brown butter beans and Parker House rolls. Try the tasting menu if you’re ready to put yourself in the kitchen’s capable hands, or keep it simple and light with cocktails, charcuterie and cheese and the restaurant’s beloved sourdough bread with butter and salt. Back on the Strip, another new experience is blossoming at Resorts World. Caviar Bar (702.676.7936) is definitely dedicated to its titular delicacy, but at its core, this refined eatat-the-bar experience is an elevation of American seafood with incredible ingredients and craftsmanship. You can opt for a traditional caviar service with some of the best product available anywhere, or enjoy it with imaginative small bites like waffles with smoked salmon or shrimp toast. Chilled shellfish, tartares and crudos await, and main selections include Alaskan black cod, handmade gnocchi with Parmesan cream, and Australian wagyu beef grilled to perfection in miso butter with Japanese mushrooms. This Las Vegas bar will make you feel like you’re dining in the lap of luxury. –Brock Radke

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Keith Urban brings decades of hits to Caesars Palace

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Keith Urban makes no secret of his fondness for The Colosseum. The four-time Grammy winner had to discontinue his Keith Urban Live—Las Vegas shows due to the pandemic, but was back at the Caesars Palace theater, which has the option of converting the area in front of the stage into a standing-room pit he prefers, for five concerts in September. Urban was happy to make up for lost time by adding March and April dates to his long-scheduled May performances. He followed up announcing his revised schedule with the debut of a video for his latest single, “Wild Hearts,” and a date with wife Nicole Kidman at the Feb. 27 Screen Actors Guild Awards, where Kidman was nominated for her role as Lucille Ball in Being the Ricardos. She lost to Jessica Chastain, but the black-clad couple was arguably the most popular subject for the paparazzi. Urban’s profile is as high as ever in a career that began in earnest when he released his debut album in Australia in 1990.

Born in New Zealand, he began playing guitar at an early age and found formative influences in his father’s record collection. Glen Campbell, Charley Pride, Merle Haggard and Don Williams were in heavy rotation at home, and Urban learned from the liner notes of their albums that the recordings were made in Nashville, Tenn. He got his first taste of how audiences react to a performer when drummer Dad took him to a Johnny Cash concert. A move to Nashville in 1992 led to songwriting for the likes of Tim McGraw, playing guitar with Garth Brooks and forming shortlived band The Ranch. Urban released his self-titled U.S. debut in 1999, and his career quickly took off on the strength of No. 1 single “But for the Grace of God” and follow-up “Where the Blacktop Ends.” His sandy, blondestreaked hair and sandblasted jeans made him a heartthrob, but he had the confidence of knowing he had already paid his dues. Urban made regular appearances in Las Vegas at Acade-

my of Country Music Awards ceremonies, picking up a slew of awards and expanding his following beyond the country scene when he became a judge on American Idol. He also strove to blend country music with other contemporary music styles and drum programming. His 2020 album, The Speed of Now Part 1, features Chic’s Nile Rodgers and Pink as well as “Better Than I Am,” a collaboration with Adele producer Eg White that features guitar licks that would make Dire Straits’ Mark Knopfler proud. That song was part of his 20song September setlists, which skewed toward newer material. He fingerpicked some scorching lead on a blonde Telecaster during “You Gonna Fly” at his March 1 gig at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, singing a few lines from Marshall Tucker Band’s “Can’t You See” during the interlude. Expect Urban to dig deeper into his song catalog for The Colosseum, and maybe an appearance in the VIP section by his better half.

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By Brock Radke

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Jaida Essence Hall is the winner of

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season 12 of RuPaul’s Drag Race and one of four queens who recently joined the rotating cast of the live-in-Las-Vegas version of the popular TV competition program. Since she first hit the stage at the Flamingo Showroom at the heart of the Strip, she’s been dedicated to taking it all in, “opening up to whatever experiences I can have that Vegas can offer me and what I can take from Vegas.” All the performers in this vibrant celebration of a show bring their own unique style and personality, and Hall’s creative spirit is an electric addition to RuPaul’s Drag Race Live!

Have you been enjoying your Las Vegas experience?

It’s been amazing. It’s a lot of work, and this is the first time I’ve done something so big as far as a production show, but it’s been really fun, especially being with all the girls in Drag Race. We’re having so much fun every night, not just onstage but backstage too, and living in Vegas is such a blast. It’s great to be able to see the city off the Strip.

You won on the last season of television’s RuPaul’s Drag Race to be filmed before

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the pandemic broke out. How did that affect you?

When our season started (being broadcast), we went out for a couple weeks of bookings, but just weekend shows. It did seem like life was really about to take off because I was out in L.A. and San Francisco and Hawaii, and then slowly everything started to get canceled. I was stuck in L.A. for a week, then I had to come home (to Milwaukee). It was difficult to have expectations from the (TV show) and then, for us, it was obviously not going to be like that, and figuring out what it was going to be after making this show that you dream about and having the dream altered. But obviously the pandemic was something no one has experienced before.

I’m sure that makes the Vegas show that much more meaningful for you.

We got really lucky because the fans love the (TV) show so much, and our season was a really good season and the fans have not forgotten us. We were nervous that we might miss out on that connection because of the pandemic, but thankfully, the fans have not forgotten us and they can still show so much support and love here in Las Vegas.

You have created many of your looks and costumes throughout your career. Is that common for a drag performer?

It is common, but also at the same time kind of not. A lot of queens don’t know how to sew, but there are a lot that do. Sewing has been so instrumental in my drag career, because being able to sit down at a machine and create my own garments, or even just sketching them, that has allowed me to create my own unique identity. Our clothes are like a fingerprint to us and what we do in drag.

What are some of your style inspirations?

Inspiration can come from a million different places, especially in drag, because your image can always change, from something extreme and wild to something subtle. I’ve definitely pulled from fashion magazines and runway shows, but there are also a lot of women that are super inspirational to me, and I pull strength and confidence from them to be confident in the looks I choose. Even when I don’t feel that way I’ve learned to play it up, and that’s part of drag but also part of getting by in the world in general.

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Scorpions are charging into their residency in Las Vegas By Matt Kelemen

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Legacy Club

Check out these hot spots to eat, drink and be merry By Kiko Miyasato Circa Resort & Casino was the shining star that Las Vegas needed during 2020. The future looked bright with the opening of the new hotel-casino, the first built from the ground up in downtown since 1980. In its second year, Circa continues to wow guests with its multitude of offerings—from the multistory casino and sportsbook, behemoth pool complex that operates 365 days a year to the excellent

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offerings when it comes to food, drink and entertainment. We’ve picked three of our favorite spots for you to explore.

Besides the obvious highlights of Legacy Club—it’s on the 60th floor, has a spacious rooftop patio and gorgeous views of the valley—the lounge offers some pretty cool bonuses. If

you want a real special evening, book the Sunset Package. You get private seating around one of the fire pits on the patio, two handcrafted cocktails and a champagne toast at sunset. Legacy Club also offers those that love making and learning about cocktails a cool opportunity to do both with its Elevated Spirits Craft Cocktail Course. Guests get the chance to craft three different cocktails, learn the

Circa Bar photo by Christopher DeVargas Legacy Club and Project BBQ courtesy photos


history behind spirits and cocktails, learn proper cocktail-making techniques and gain knowledge on how to craft your own cocktail recipes.

This restaurant is just a cool place to hang. Project BBQ is situated right along the Fremont Street Experience and features a permanent food truck where guests can order some of the best Carolina barbecue and all the fixings. The picnic-style dining area offers high-top tables where guests can stand up and eat while enjoying all the people-watching action. For a real memorable experience, we suggest ordering Project BBQ’s gigantic Hogstravaganza Platter. (Tip: This is for a large, hungry group). The platter is delivered to your table with lit sparklers. On the platter is a whole roasted pig, Project crackling skins and chips, a whole pineapple, corn on the cob, zucchini, bell peppers, roasted potatoes, coleslaw, limes, a variety of sauces and the Hundred $$Dollar$$ Sandwich (which you can also order on its own). The 2-foot-long sandwich is piled with brisket,

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pork and chicken with BBQ sauce, beer and cheese sauce, bacon bits and Project chips.

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While Circa Resort & Casino doesn’t technically have any resident shows at the property, there is some great entertainment. Seek out Circa Bar outside along the Fremont Street Experience. Here you’ll find some cool shows around the clock. Circa Bar is staffed with some of the best flair and dancing bartenders in the city. If you’ve never seen flair bartenders perform, you’ll want to take out your camera and hit record while they flip, toss, balance, stack and shake multiple bottles and tins at once to whip up your cocktail. When not serving up one of the frozen cocktails, the beautiful dancing bartenders get up on top of the bar and perform numbers throughout the day and night.

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Drai’s Nightclub

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Every nightclub has that standout VIP table that makes for a memorable party experience By KIKO MIYASATO

There’s no question that Las Vegas has a lock on some of the best nightlife in the world: Multimillion-dollar spaces filled with the latest in interactive technology; world-renowned DJs and the biggest names in music putting on the most unforgettable performances; multiroom experiences, each with their own vibes and amenities; breathtaking designs filled with the finest in textiles and furnishings; and, yes, some of the best VIP tables that a person can buy. Cha-ching! Want to know exactly what table, at what awesome nightclub, is the best seat in the house? We’ve put you in the know by rounding up five stellar choices!

The Cromwell, 702.777.3800 This massive rooftop nightclub and dayclub with both indoor and outdoor spaces, and views up and down the Las Vegas Strip, has drawn some of the biggest names in hip-hop to its large stage. Resident artists and surprise performances have included Wiz Khalifa, Chris

Brown, Future, 2 Chainz, Rae Sremmurd, Migos, Nas, Trey Songz, Lil Wayne and Big Sean. The nightclub is packed with more than 75 primo VIP tables, but if you want to see all the action from every angle and face the stage for those prime performances, book Table 1 (or one of its three identical counterparts) in the middle of the dance floor. Security keeps the general crowd at bay, and each of the tables are spacious enough to host a large party comfortably, with easy access to the restrooms, too.

MGM Grand, 702.891.3838 Five floors of decadence make up Hakkasan. The first two floors make up the famed restaurant, followed by the Ling Ling Lounge and Club, where you’ll hear the best hip-hop beats. It’s on the fourth floor in the nightclub’s main room where you’ll find the largest kinetic light art installation in the U.S.—the Hakkasan Grid. Watching the infinite shapes and colors of the grid as it responds to the DJ’s music is an experience that you don’t want to miss—and you can make

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that happen by booking Table 21. This VIP table, right off the dance floor (with easy access to the club’s exits and restrooms), offers better views of the grid than any other vantage point within the main room. And it’s large enough to accommodate big parties.

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The Venetian, 702.388.8588 Nearing two decades, this Asianthemed hot spot has drawn an A-list crowd from the world of movies, TV, music, sports and more. It continues to be a top contender in Las Vegas nightlife,

offering a world-renowned restaurant, sexy lounge and nightclub. And since opening in 2005, Tao’s Table 55 has hosted the most celebrities of any other table inside the 40,000-square-foot space—everyone from the Kardashians and the Hiltons to Mariah Carey, LeBron

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James, Snoop Dogg, Marcus Allen, Nicki Minaj, Floyd Mayweather, Drake, Bruno Mars, Ryan Lochte, and on and on and on. The table is also in close proximity to the dance floor and the famed bathtub girls, and has perfect views of the DJ booth.

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Park MGM, 702.730.7777 Coming in at just 11,000 square feet, On the Record might be the smallest nightclub to enter the Las Vegas nightlife arena, but it packs a mighty powerful punch in its design and décor, musical lineup and its cooler-than-cool throwback to the days of records, boomboxes, garage and house parties and speakeasies. To get the maximum enjoyment from this special venue, head to the main room and its Table 30 in the upper dance floor area next to the water vapor fireplace, affording the best views of the dance floor and DJ booth, as well as the stage. The table also gives your party access to a private karaoke room behind the table.

Caesars Palace, 702.785.6200 Spread across 75,000 square feet of opulence, Omnia’s main room is where you’ll witness the superstar EDM DJs perform, and it’s where you want to park your party for the club’s other mind-blowing spectacle—the 22,000-pound kinetic chandelier that shines while fluidly moving to the beats of the music and morphing into some of the most stunning shapes you’ll ever post to Instagram. And Table 11 is where you’ll be able to capture all the glory of the chandelier—from underneath it. This table is also in close proximity to the DJ booth and, according to the nightclub, “is the table to see and be seen, not only by the guests but by the DJs as well.”

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Turn Up the Music The Red Rocker’s residency in Las Vegas, Sammy Hagar and Friends (The STRAT, 702.380.7777), is everything you want in a Vegas show: Great music, great venue and great drinks (after all, Hagar launched the Sammy’s Beach Bar Sparkling Rum cocktails right here in Sin City). With his all-star band,

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The Circle, in tow, Hagar rocks audiences with some of his greatest hits, both as a solo artist and with groups like Van Halen. He performs this week on March 23, 25-26. And a big part of Hagar’s show is the venue, which he has transformed into a Cabo-style beach party. As he explained to

Las Vegas Magazine, “My fans, the Redheads, they come from all over the world, and you want them to be in a place like Vegas where they can have a good time before and after the show. If you can’t find something to do here, you’re either broke or in a really bad mood.” –Ken Miller

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LISTINGS SHOWBIZ WEEKLY Entertainment Comedy

Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club The former Everybody Loves Raymond star brings his signature sense of humor to the Strip, where he occasionally headlines along with other comedians. MGM Grand,

21+, 866.740.7711

Carrot Top High-energy, rock ’n’ roll comedy show uses strobe lights, props, smoke machines and thunderous rock music. He uses about 200 of them in each performance. Luxor, 16+,702.262.4400 Chris Kattan Plaza 9 p.m. March 25, starting at $30 plus tax and fee. plazatix.com Comedy Cellar The iconic New York City club brings its unique atmosphere and quality stand-up to Vegas. Rio, 702.777.2782

The Comedy Works Enjoy hilarious performances by nationally acclaimed comedians. Plaza, 877.565.3849 Delirious Comedy Club Get your laughs on with a variety of headliners and other special guests. Downtown

An Evening with Silk Sonic Dolby Live at Park

MGM, 9 p.m. March 23, 25-26, 31, April 2, May 4, 6-7, 10, 13-14, 17, 20-21, 25, 28-29, starting at $210 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Foreigner The Venetian, 8 p.m. March 25-26, 30 &

April 1-2, 6, 8-9, starting at $49.95 plus tax and fee, 4+. ticketmaster.com

Incubus Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, 7 p.m. March 25-

26, starting at $83 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Road, 702.732.9700

An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and 10-time Grammy winner Carlos Santana headlines in this intimate venue. House of Blues at Mandalay Bay. 702.632.7600

Piff the Magic Dragon This magician/comedian, a finalist on America’s Got Talent, mixes magic with sardonic wit to great effect. And Mr. Piffles, his pet Chihuahua, oversees the whole thing. Flamingo, 13+, 702.777.2782

Keith Urban Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. March 25-26, 30, April 1-2 starting at $99 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Shin Lim: Limitless The magician, an America’s Got Talent winner, has redefined close-up magic with precise, self-choreographed routines and a style that’s he Mirage, 800.963.9634 nothing short of poetic. T

The Eddie Griffin Experience Actor and comedian Eddie Griffin (Undercover Brother, Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo) brings his unique comedic stylings to the stage in this intimate performance. Sahara Las Vegas,

Rod Stewart The rock ’n’ roll icon performs hits spanning more than five decades, including “Maggie May” and aesars Palace, ticketmaster.com “Hot Legs.” C

Gordie Brown Combining master impersonations with comedy and song, Brown’s take-offs include Clint East olden wood, Garry Shandling, Robert De Niro and more. G

Wayne: Up Close and Personal Through a combination of song, video clips and storytelling, Mr. Las Vegas Wayne Newton takes fans on a tour of his storied, lamingo, ticketmaster.com amazing life. F

L.A. Comedy Club A weekly lineup of well-known headliners and up-and-coming comedians take the spotlight. The STRAT, 21+, 702.380.7711

Laugh Factory In the Vegas outpost of the legendary Hollywood club, delight in the hilarious observations of world-class comedians. Tropicana Las Vegas, 18+, ticketmaster.com

Tape Face Reviving and reinvigorating the silent art of mime, America’s Got Talent finalist Tape Face creates a fun and inviting show through simple, clever humor. Harrah’s, 702.777.2782

Concerts

Al Sapienza and Deborah Rennard The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m. March 25, starting at $39 plus tax and fee. thesmithcenter.com

Barry Manilow Fanilows unite! Manilow returns to the Las Vegas stage with huge hits like “Mandy” and “Copacabana.” Westgate Las Vegas, westgatelasvegas.com Boney James The Smith Center for the Performing

Arts, 7:30 p.m. March 26, starting at $39 plus tax and fee. thesmithcenter.com

The Bronx Wanderers Take a tour through iconic rock ’n’ roll hits with Vinny Adolfini and his sons. Westgate Las Vegas, westgatelasvegas.com

Chris Mann The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 5 & 8 p.m. March 26, starting at $39 plus tax and fee. thesmithcenter.com

Clairo and Arlo Parks House of Blues at Mandalay

Bay, 7 p.m. March 28, starting at $42 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Dua Lipa T-Mobile Arena, 7:30 p.m. March 25, starting at $45 plus tax and fee. t-mobilearena.com

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Murray the Magician Comedy magician Murray Sawchuck, who’s made appearances on shows like America’s Got Talent, is adept at pranking the audience with family-friendly illusions. Tropicana, 702.739.2411 Penn & Teller The duo offers up some slightly inhumane humor, spirited practical jokes and a lot of awesome feats of trickery with a little fire-swallowing thrown in. Many of their illusions are done in a way as to allow audiences to see the inner workings of the tricks. Rio, 702.777.2782

Molly Hatchet Golden Nugget, 8 p.m. March 25,

Nugget, ticketmaster.com

Linq, 702.777.2782

An Intimate Evening with Ms. Dionne Warwick The legendary songstress serenades audiences at The Stirling Club with her most memorable songs. 2827 Paradise

Grand, 21+, 702.541.2660

21+, 702.761.7000

Mat Franco—Magic Reinvented Nightly The America’s Got Talent winner has a lot of tricks up his sleeves and is ready to unleash them in his return to the Las Vegas Strip. This show is fun for the entire family! The

starting at $39 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Sammy Hagar & Friends The STRAT, 9 p.m. March 23 & 25-26, starting at $100 plus tax and fee. 702.380.7711

Scorpions Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, 8 p.m. March 26, 30 & April 1, 3, 7, 9, 12, 14 & 16, starting at $41 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Senses Fail, We Come as Romans, Counterparts and SeeYouSpaceCowboy House of Blues at Mandalay

Bay, 6:30 p.m. March 24, starting at $26 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Magic

Banachek’s Mind Games Live This mentalist, magician and skeptic will leave you with a sense of awe and wonder as each act seems more impossible than the last. The STRAT, 702.380.7777 Criss Angel MINDFREAK One of the biggest names in magic brings some of his biggest illusions ever to the stage, backed by pyrotechnics, lighting effects and video. P lanet Hollywood Resort, 702.777.2782 David Copperfield The world-famous illusionist has walked through the Great Wall of China. Expect his Vegas show to be filled with both sleight of hand and his renowned grand illusions. This is a show that will tug at your heart strings. MGM Grand, 702.891.3140 The Magic of Jen Kramer She doesn’t have any tricks up her sleeve … rather, the Yale graduate astounds audiences with magic of the mind, turning what seems impossible into the impossible-to-ignore. Westgate Las Vegas, westgatelasvegas.com

The Mac King Comedy Magic Show At an early age, this Kentucky native read his grandfather’s magic books and developed a passion for illusions. King’s dream led him to Vegas, and today he’s doing what he always wanted—mystifying people and making them laugh at the same time. Excalibur, 702.597.7600

Xavier Mortimer: The Dream Maker Take an adventure that blurs the line between magic and fantasy. The former Cirque du Soleil performer manipulates magic, music and wild theatrics into a wondrous display. The STRAT, 702.380.7777

Revues

Chippendales Some of the hottest men in Vegas create an ultimate girls’ night out with singing, dancing, up-close interaction and a whole lot more during this fully choreographed show. Rio, 18+, 702.777.7776 Fantasy Fun for singles and couples alike, the seductive revue features 15 numbers full of steamy choreography, powerhouse vocals and high-energy music. Luxor, 18+, 702.262.4400

Magic Mike Live Las Vegas Based on the hit films Magic Mike and Magic Mike XXL, Channing Tatum’s Vegas endeavor presents a sensual, acrobatic male revue re-creating the mythic Club Domina. Sahara Las Vegas 18+. 833.624.4265

Rated Red This unconventional burlesque production features a diverse company of dancers performing a variety of dance styles. Area15,

21+, area15.com/events/rated-red

Thunder From Down Under This Australian import presents chiseled bodies, sexy dance routines, cheeky humor and boy-next-door charm. Excalibur, 18+,

702.597.7600

“X” Burlesque In an homage to the classic art form, beautiful topless dancers perform imaginatively staged numbers. Rock, pop, country and hip-hop are combined with a variety of dance styles to set hearts racing. Flamingo, 18+, 702.777.2782

“X” Country Giddy up as the “X” Country women in this bare-skinned adult show dance to popular country songs from artists including Tim McGraw, Patsy Cline, Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks, Trace Adkins and Hank Williams Jr. Harrah’s, 18+, 702.777.2782

Sports

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Chicago Blackhawks T-Mobile Arena, 12 p.m. March 26, prices vary. ticketmaster.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Nashville Predators -Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. March 24, prices vary. T ticketmaster.com


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Special Events

Ballet Folklorico de Mexico The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m. March 23, starting at $19 plus tax and fee. thesmithcenter.com

Drum Tao The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m. March 25, starting at $35 plus tax and fee. thesmithcenter.com

Theater

AMYSTIKA—The Secret Revealed Criss Angel’s newest show, a collaboration with creative genius Franco Dragone, features fantastical, mysterious characters in a larger-than-life world. ticketmaster.com The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil LOVE brings the magic of Cirque du Soleil together with the spirit and music of The Beatles to create a powerful, visually stunning entertainment experience. The custom-built theater features 360-degree seating, panoramic video projections and surround sound. The Mirage, 702.792.7777 Blue Man Group An international sensation that combines comedy, theater, rock concert and dance party for a multisensory experience you’ll never forget—a euphoric celebration of life in full color. Luxor, 702.262.4400 Donny Osmond From singing and dancing to comedy, this master showman does it all, giving his fans a look back on his six decades in show business. Harrah’s,

855.234.7469

Extravaganza—The Vegas Spectacular Feats of strength, agility and flexibility abound in this captivating showcase, featuring dancers, acrobats, aerialists, skaters and more. B ally’s, 855.234.7469 Jabbawockeez Fall into the world of fantasy vs. reality with Timeless, a high-energy mix of dance, storytelling and special effects. M GM Grand,866.740.7711 KÀ This Cirque du Soleil show combines acrobatics, martial arts, puppetry and pyrotechnics in an unprecedented performance space. It’s the epic story of separated twins who embark on incredible journeys and fulfill their destinies. MGM Grand, 866.740.7711 Michael Jackson ONE Cirque du Soleil explores the King of Pop’s greatest hits in this theatrical spectacular. Inspired by Jackson’s music, four misfits find themselves on an adventure that personifies the legendary entertainer’s personality and legacy. Mandalay

Bay, 702.632.7589

Mystère Created by Cirque du Soleil, Mystère is a magnificent production that features a blend of circus arts and street performance, colorful and outrageous costumes, dramatic sets and original live music using the power of imagination. Treasure Island, 702.894.7722 “O” This Cirque du Soleil production’s centerpiece is a 25-foot-deep pool that holds 1.5 million gallons of water. It serves as a stage to showcase high-divers and synchronized swimmers. Hydraulic-powered platforms rise to create a solid surface on which acrobats, fire dancers and contortionists perform. Bellagio, 702.693.7068 Potted Potter Enjoy the magic of all 7 Harry Potter books condensed into a fantastically funny comedy magic show perfect for ages 6 to Dumbledore. 855.234.7469

Tournament of Kings Evil characters challenge the good guys such as King Arthur and Prince Christopher. Watch kings joust, dragon-warriors fight and beautiful damsels dance, while you have a wonderful dinner. Excalibur, 702.597.7600 WOW–The Vegas Spectacular Be transported to a world of water and wonder. Thirty artists fly, flip, dance

na and linguini with chopped clams. 4041 Linq

and defy imagination in a 180-degree setting with holograms and finalists from America’s Got Talent!

Lane. 702.732.1424 $$$

Tributes

Buca di Beppo Family-style items such as spaghetti with meatballs and veal saltimbocca. 412 E. Fla-

Rio, 702.777.2782

The Australian Bee Gees Show Performing since 1996, the tribute band brings the sound of the legendary Bee Gees to life with superb sound, graphics and lighting. Excalibur, 702.597.7600

mingo Road, 702.866.2867 & 7690 W. Lake Mead Blvd. 702.363.6524 $$

An Evening With Whitney: The Whitney Houston Hologram Concert Using state-of-the-art technology, the legacy of one of America’s greatest vocalists comes alive, complete with a live band and backup dancers. Harrah’s,

2548 W. Desert Inn Road No. 105B. 702.665.6701 $

702.777.2782 or ticketmaster.com

Legends in Concert In this long-running hit show, each performer plays a well-known entertainer. At any given time you can catch a variety of celebs plus T ropicana Las Vegas, ticketmaster.com

MJ Live This tribute to the King of Pop captures the essence of Michael Jackson’s voice and biggest hits while dancers re-create some of his hottest dance ropicana Las Vegas, ticketmaster.com moves. T Purple Reign: The Prince Tribute Show Jason Tenner channels Prince, including his one-of-a-kind outfits and hits like “When Doves Cry,” “Raspberry Beret” and “Little ropicana Las Vegas, 800.829.9034 Red Corvette.” T

Trece This greenhouse restaurant serves an eclectic menu, with an emphasis on Mexican-inspired cuisine.

Aliante Casino & Hotel

MRKT Sea & Land This modern steakhouse features premium black Angus steaks, seafood specialties and Southern-style fried chicken. 7 02.692.7777 $$$ The Salted Lime Enjoy a variety of Mexican fare, plus specialty margaritas for the perfect accompaniment to the meal. 702.692.7777 $

Aria

Bardot Brasserie Michael Mina embraces French cuisine in this tribute to the classic Parisian brasserie. Try something bold with the foie gras sausage or keep things simple with steak frites. 702.590.8610 $$$ Blossom An enchanted garden is the template for a vibrant evening of authentic Chinese fare. 702.590.8620 $$$

Soul of Motown High-energy show honors Motown-era legends such as The Temptations, Smokey Robinson and The Miracles, The Jackson 5 and Marvin Gaye. Westgate

Carbone The Vegas outpost of this Italian-American restaurant presents a luxurious dining experience with captains who deliver exquisite service from beginning to end. 702.590.2663 $$$

Variety

Catch Globally inspired high-end seafood dishes, such as the Catch roll and truffle sashimi, make this one of the go-to restaurants for A-list celebrities. 702.590.5757 $$$

Las Vegas, ticketmaster.com

Absinthe What is perhaps the world’s sexiest adultthemed circus returns to the Strip! Be mesmerized as exotic burlesque, vaudeville and circus acts unfold. C aesars Palace, 18+, spiegelworld.com or 702.534.3419

America’s Got Talent Las Vegas Live Featuring some of the best acts from the famed TV show, including comedy, music, dance, mentalism and more. Luxor, 702.262.4400

Atomic Saloon Show The creators of Absinthe have made the Wild West even wilder, with scenes described as “Blazing Saddles meets America’s Got Talent meets Westworld.” The Venetian & The Palaz-

Din Tai Fung World-renowned noodle and dumpling house specializes in Xiao Long Bao, a Shanghai-style soup dumpling. 702.590.9520 $$ Javier’s Dine on seafood, chicken and steak dishes created with Mexican flair, plus an array of premium tequilas and signature margaritas. 702.590.5284 $$$

zo, 702.534.3419

Jean Georges Steakhouse Meats are flown in daily from around the world to the Michelin three-star chef’s steakhouse. 702.590.8660 $$$

iLuminate Incredible dance moves are combined with state-of-the-art technology for an exhilarating evening of entertainment. The STRAT, 16+. 702.380.7711

Lemongrass One of the few Thai restaurants on the Strip curries favor with its interactive satay bar. 702.590.8670 $$

RuPaul’s Drag Race Live! This interactive production features the outrageous comedy and eye-popping fashions you love from RuPaul’s Drag Race, mixed with overthe-top singing and dancing. Flamingo, 702.777.2782

Posh Burger This hamburger joint serves up all kinds of burgers, from a single-patty sandwich to a gourmet one with Wagyu beef. 702.590.7888 $

Terry Fator: Who’s the Dummy Now? America’s Got Talent winner and unparalleled ventriloquist Fator communicates through puppets such as Winston the Impersonating Turtle. He’s also a talented singer and celebrity impersonator. N ew York-New York, 866.606.7111

Dining $ entrées under $15 $$$ $25 to $50

$$ $15 to $25 $$$$ over $50

The following is a select list of some of the top Las Vegas restaurants. The capsule reviews have been written by the Las Vegas Magazine staff. Subject to change.

Local Favorites

Battista’s Hole in the Wall Enjoy a variety of Italian favorites such as eggplant Parmigia-

Salt & Ivy Café and Patio Bar California coastal-inspired dishes and specialty cocktails make this eatery a must-visit. 7 02.590.9899 $

Bellagio

Harvest Delight in stone-oven seafood preparations, grilled dry-aged and grass-fed beef, charcuterie and vegan options . 702.693.8865 $$$ Lago by Julian Serrano Dishes include artisanal pizzas, fresh pastas and top cuts of meat in a lakeside locale. 702.693.8865 $$$ Le Cirque Beneath a silk ceiling you dine at the center of the universe. Le Cirque dictates style and elegance via its award-winning creations. 702.693.8100 $$$$ The Mayfair Supper Club The restaurant brings guests back to the glamor and class of old Vegas, mixing elegant

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LISTINGS SHOWBIZ WEEKLY dishes with live entertainment and an impeccable view of the Fountains of Bellagio. 702.693.8876 $$$ Michael Mina Luckily for you, chef Michael Mina can’t leave seafood alone. Don’t miss the extensive list of wines from American and Europeans vineyards. 702.693.8865 $$$$ Noodles Admire the sleek wall of noodles as you taste the many dishes and flavors of Southeast Asia. 702.693.8865 $$ Picasso There’s nothing blue about this experience! The only difficult time you’ll have is deciding who is a better artist: the Spanish painter or chef Julian Serrano. 702.693.8865 $$$$ Prime Steakhouse Any steak lover in Vegas will tell you Prime is No. 1. Nothing can subtract from your having a grand time. 702.693.8484 $$$ Sadelle’s Cafe Up your brunch game with signature dishes like fried chicken, sticky buns and the mammoth Sadelle’s bagel tower. 702.693.7356 $ Spago Wolfgang Puck’s flagship restaurant features homemade pastas, wood-oven pizzas, fresh seafood and prime steaks. 702.693.8181 $$$ Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge A mix of traditional and modern Japanese cuisine, all in an elegant, relaxing setting. 702.693.8865 $$$

Boulder Station

The Broiler Features carefully selected beef, aged for tenderness and grilled over mesquite charcoal. 7 02.432.7743 $$$ Guadalajara Taste the true flavors of Mexico in dishes like chilaquiles, carne asada enchiladas and a delectable campechana served with lime and crispy tostadas. 702.432.7594 $$

Caesars Palace

Amalfi Bobby Flay’s newest restaurant in Vegas celebrates flavors of the Italian coast, with handmade pasta and fresh seafood. 7 02.650.5965 $$$$ Bacchanal Buffet This newly remodeled buffet is the largest in Vegas and features interactive kitchens, daily chef specials and many new dishes. 702.731.7928 $$$ Beijing Noodle No. 9 Northern Chinese creations abound in this casual noodle shop with much more on the menu. 877.346.4642 $$ Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill This rustic pub features traditional English dishes and a wide variety of beer, both on tap and bottled. 702.731.7410 $$ Hell’s Kitchen Drawing inspiration from his acclaimed reality show, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay delights with signature dishes like beef Wellington and a Red and Blue Kitchen theme. 7 02.731.7373 $$$ Mr Chow Be transported to China with Beijing-inspired cuisine served family-style at this world renowned dining outpost. 702.731.7888 $$$ Nobu Chef Nobu Matsuhisa presents teppanyaki tables, a sushi bar and bar and lounge. 7 02.785.6628 $$$

Restaurant Guy Savoy Three-Star Michelin chef Guy Savoy opened his first restaurant outside of Paris here. 702.731.7286 $$$$

Caesars Palace: The Forum Shops

Carmine’s Las Vegas This famed N.Y. Italian eatery serves pastas, seafood entrées and homestyle antipasto. 702.473.9700 $$ The Cheesecake Factory Enjoy an incredibly wide range of cuisines and cheesecakes, plus salads, superfoods and lunch specials. 702.792.6888 $$ Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab Lauded dishes from ocean and land. 702.792.9222 $$$ The Palm There’s steak, lobster and more at this spot frequented by LAs Vegas entertainers. 702.732.7256 $$$ Planet Hollywood Restaurant Enjoy some great comfort food classics while admiring movie memorabilia. 702.791.7827 $$$ Sushi Roku Bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary forms of Japanese cuisine. 702.733.7373 $$$ Trevi Get classic Italian food while dining in a dynamic spot with a prime view near fountains. 702.735.4663 $$

Andiamo Steakhouse The beloved Italian restaurant serves handmade pastas and quality cuts of meat, with many being sourced from top purveyors. Make sure to try some of that signature zip sauce, which will spoil you for anything else. 702.388.2220 $$$

Downtown Grand

Freedom Beat Hell’s Kitchen winner Scott Commings aims to take you on a culinary road trip with dishes like Wisconsin cheese curds, a Philly cheesesteak sandwich and ale-battered Alaskan cod. 702.719.5315 $$ Triple George Grill San Francisco-style seafood and steakhouse with an old-fashioned ambience. 7 02.384.2761 $$

El Cortez

Siegel’s 1941 Dining spot serves up steaks, seafood, burgers and breakfast classics with an old-school Vegas vibe. 702.385.5200 $$

Excalibur

Buca di Beppo Family-style Italian favorites such as spaghetti with meatballs, lasagna and veal saltimbocca. 702.795.1010 $$ Dick’s Last Resort Sassy service, outlandish décor and giant portions set the tone for this unique dining experience. 7 02.597.7991 $$

FSLV—Fashion Show Las Vegas

True Food Kitchen This health-conscious eatery offers inventive dishes that are great for your tastebuds and your body. 702.340.2600 $$

Benihana Chefs prepare Japanese cuisine exhibition-style on teppanyaki tables, with a patio overlooking Las Vegas Boulevard. It’s dinner and a show! 702.820.3080 $$$

Water Grill Guests are transported to the sea with live products in salt-water tanks and a menu packed with fresh seafood. 7 02.832.4777 $$$

The Capital Grille Dry-aged, hand-cut steaks along with more than 350 selections of wine. 702.932.6631 $$

Cannery

El Segundo Sol Features a tequila tasting room and authentic Mexican cuisine. 702.258.1211 $$

Carve Prime Rib A rib-centric menu of traditional steakhouse fare, classic cocktails and mouthwatering desserts. 7 02.507.5777 $$$

Circa Resort & Casino

8 East Dumplings, wontons, skewers, pot stickers and more abound on this menu inspired by metropolitan Asian food markets. 7 02.726.5508 $$ Barry’s Downtown Prime There’s something for everyone at this world-class steakhouse. 7 02.726.5504 $$$

Galpáo Gaucho The Brazilian steakhouse will leave you satisfied, with a large selection of fresh meats brought to your table until you’re full. 702.602.0384 $$ Jeannie’s Pizza is the star, but you can also enjoy a selection of salads, pastas and warm sandwiches known as “toasties” inside Nordstrom. 702.784.1610 $$ Maggiano’s Little Italy Italian-American cuisine with such items as rigatoni with marsala sauce and gnocchi with Italian sausage. 7 02.732.2550 $$

Project BBQ Fans of Carolina-style barbecue will find much to enjoy at this “food truck,” accessible from the Fremont Street Experience. 7 02.726.5491 $$

Ra Sushi Offers a variety of Japanese cuisine as well as a large sushi bar. 702.696.0008 $$

Saginaw From its famous Reuben to matzo ball soup, prime rib and latkes, this delicatessen will keep you coming back for more. 702.726.5506 $$

StripBurger & Chicken Enjoy a variety of gourmet burgers, chicken sandwiches and magnificent milkshakes out on the patio or inside. 702.258.1211 $

Victory Burger Wings, specialty burgers, and irresistible appetizers make the menu at this sports bar. 702.247.2258 $

Flamingo

Circus Circus

The Steak House A legendary go-to spot for mesquite-grilled steaks, prime rib, lobster, lamb chops and crab legs. 7 02.794.3767 $$$

The Cromwell

Bugsy & Meyer’s Steakhouse This new concept is sure to quickly become one of the must-try steak experiences in Las Vegas. It’s both a nod to Las Vegas’ history and a superb showcase for entrées. 702.733.3111 $$$ Carlos ’n Charlie’s Indulge in Mexican favorites such as fajitas, chimichangas, enchiladas, margaritas and sangria. 702.522.9254 $$

Old Homestead Steakhouse Since 1868, this legendary New York staple has served such signature dishes as the colossal crab cake and the 32-ounce Gotham ribeye steak. 702.731.7560 $$$$

Giada The Food Network star showcases California-influenced Italian fare in the first restaurant she opened in Vegas. 855.442.3271 $$$

Margaritaville Some people claim that there’s no better place to spend a few hours. And we think they are right. 702.733.3302 $$

Pronto by Giada Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis serves signature Italian dishes, pastries and paninis for breakfast and lunch daily. 702.731.7266 $

The D

American Coney Island The Detroit original gets served up Vegas-style! Don’t forget the restaurant’s famous Coney Island chili sauce. 7 02.388.2400 $

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Veranda Enjoy modern American cuisine in the dining room or on a stylish garden terrace. A relaxing experience. 702.632.5121 $$


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Fremont

Tony Roma’s Did someone say “ribs”? This barbecue is often voted best in the city. The secret is the slow roasting. 7 02.385.3232 $$

Grand Bazaar Shops

Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken A grab-and-go location to get the Bromberg Brothers’ famous dish. 702.586.6889 $

Harrah’s

Gold Coast

Giordano’s The heritage of Chicago deep dish pizza is evident in the flaky, fluffy crust. 702.850.2420 $$

PizzaCake Cake Boss’ Buddy Valastro’s fast-casual dining concept features a walk-up window for pizza, as well as a cake ATM. 702.369.5277 $

Cornerstone A classy take on the American steakhouse that features all the classics, plus new twists in the beef canon, such as prime rib, filet mignon and New York strip. 7 02.367.7111 $$$ Ping Pang Pong This incredible Chinese restaurant dishes up authentic cuisine. 702.247.8136 $$

Ramen-Ya Resembles ramen houses in Japan with hot ramen, rice dishes and sushi rolls. 7 02.586.6889 $ Wahlburgers Enjoy quality, house-made burgers and Wahlberg family favorites, such as Mom’s sloppy joes and mac ’n’ cheese with smoked bacon. 702.405.9090 $

Golden Nugget

Cadillac Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar Enjoy a variety of tapas, tacos, specialty margaritas and an extensive list of high-end tequilas. 7 02.386.8242 $ Chart House Feast on seafood and steaks while watching exotic fish swim. 7 02.386.8364 $$$ Claim Jumper Comfort food at its finest: Hearty burgers, sandwiches, pastas, seafood and entrées like chicken pot pie and chicken fried steak. 702.386.8238 $$ Grotto Grab a pizza from the excellent Italian joint .702.386.8341 $$ Saltgrass Steak House A lineup of tender, mouthwatering steaks is accompanied by fresh seafood, barbecue ribs and juicy burgers . 702.474.2588 $$ Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse Restaurant group Landry’s presents a version of its acclaimed Houston steakhouse. From presentation to service to the menu, this is old-school done right. 702.386.8399 $$$

Green Valley Ranch

Oyster Bar at Harrah’s Shellfish favorites plus salads and pasta. 702.369.5000 $$

Ruth’s Chris Steak House The renowned steakhouse is known for its signature cuts of meat, broiled in a trademark 1,800-degree oven. 702.693.6000 $$$

Hilton Garden Inn

Garden Grille Enjoy steaks and seafood plus a variety of other American favorites here. 702.322.9000 $$

Borracha Mexican Cantina Day of the Dead-themed restaurant features Mexican fare along with festive skulls and a graffiti mural by artist Oscar Flores. 702.617.7190 $$

Hilton Lake Las Vegas

Bottiglia Cucina Enoteca Experience rustic Italian cuisine and wine from California’s Napa and Sonoma counties, Italy and France. 702.617.7191 $$

JW Marriott

Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis Named for the father of Vegas Media. One taste and you’ll know how high his standards were for cuts of meat and American fare. 702.617.7777 $$$$

Jade Asian Kitchen & Noodles Nosh on Chinese wok favorites, sushi, ramen and robata-grilled dishes. 702.869.7900 $$

Pizza Rock Pizzas are baked in ovens specific to the type of pie. 7 02.617.2996 $$

Café325 American menu with steak and seafood. 702.650.2000 $$

Tides Seafood & Sushi Bar Vibrant and traditional New Orleans flavors is what distinguishes Tides. 702.617.7777 $$

Medici Café and Patio The flavors of Italy and wholesome, seasonal fare prepared in an open kitchen. 702.567.4700 $$ Hawthorn Grill A cozy, romantic steakhouse serving American classics in the heart of Summerlin. 702.507.5900 $$$

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LISTINGS SHOWBIZ WEEKLY flair for bold, in-your-face fare. From presentation to decor to service, this is just all-out fun. 702.794.3139 $$ Hash House A Go Go A hot spot known for creative takes on breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes. 702.254.4646 $$

The Linq Promenade

Foundation Room Restaurant Antique chandeliers complement steaks, seafood and handcrafted cocktails. 702.632.7601 $$$ Hazel Coffee and Cocktails Savor the moment and socialize over premium coffee, classic cocktails and handmade sandwiches and pastries. 7 02.632.4760 $

Chayo Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar This eatery features a contemporary takes on traditional Mexican dishes. 702.691.3773 $$

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar American and international cuisine and the World Famous Gospel Brunch every Sunday. 702.632.7607 $$

Favorite Bistro Enjoy life, laughs and French fare combined with a dose of American flair. 702.844.4700 $$

Kumi Japanese Restaurant & Bar Japanese cuisine with Korean-American accents. 702.632.7200 $$

Flour & Barley In a rustic sports bar adorned with vintage rock photos, nosh on brick-oven pizza made with fresh mozzarella and house-made toppings. 702.430.4430 $ $ Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips Experience celebrity chef Ramsay’s most casual dining experience, offering pub dishes like fish and chips and the Fishwich. 702.322.0529 $ Maxie’s These twists on American classics will please your eyes and your palate, such as the Fluffy Cotton Candy Pancake Tower and Coco Pebbles French Toast. 702.754.4400 $ Off the Strip This locals favorite boasts a “just real food” approach to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with an amazing selection of steaks, chops, seafood and pasta dishes. 702.331.6800 $$ Tilted Kilt This Celtic-style sports bar returns to Las Vegas with pub-style entrées and gorgeous plaid-clad servers known as the Kilt Girls. Come and enjoy a pint! 702.826.2100 $$ Virgil’s Real Barbecue Taste some of the country’s most sacred schools of barbecue: Memphis, Kansas City, the Carolinas and Texas. Whatever choice you make, get ready for amazing food. 702.389.7400 $$ Yard House An impressive beer list and rocking playlist are the perfect match for signature dishes like the black truffle cheeseburger. 702.597.0434 $$

Luxor

Libertine Social A Modern American tavern from Shawn McClain with creative “swizzle” cocktails and enticing shared plates. 702.632.7558 $$$ Lupo by Wolfgang Puck Italian cuisine—”Tuscan meets Sicilian”—in a relaxed setting. Plus, this restaurant offers some terrific people-watching. 702.632.7200 $$$ The Noodle Shop An excellent spot to indulge your need for Cantonese cuisine. 7 02.632.6071 $$ StripSteak Michelin-starred Michael Mina’s ode to the modern American steakhouse, with a whole lot of fun added in. Enjoy Certified Angus Beef and American Kobe cooked over a wood-burning grille. 7 02.632.7200 $$$$

MGM Grand

Ambra Italian Kitchen + Bar A blend of contemporary Italian cuisine, plus an intriguing nightlife experience. 7 02.891.7600 $$$ Crush Restaurateurs Michael and Jenna Morton present a welcoming “greenhouse garden” ambience and a menu of American small plates. 702.891.3222 $$$ Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse presents Big Easy-style seafood. 702.891.7374 $$$ Grand Wok Noodle House Pan-Asian cuisine that serves up items like dan-dan noodles, Sichaun chicken and other traditional dishes. 7 02.891.1111 $$

Diablo’s Cantina A spin on traditional Mexican cuisine, with a wide array of libation, including, of course, margaritas. 702.262.5225 $$

Hakkasan Combines modern Cantonese cuisine with exquisite mixology and a dynamic nightlife scene. 702.891.7888 $$$

Public House Las Vegas Upscale bar food, an extensive beer list and flat-screen TVs showing sports. 702.262.4525 $$

International Smoke The collaboration between Michael Mina and Ayesha Curry serves up wood-fired favorites. 702.891.3922 $$$

Tender Steak & Seafood The menu at this upscale steakhouse features six different types of beef and fresh seafood flown in daily from around the country. 702.262.4778 $$$

Joël Robuchon “Chef of the Century” Robuchon’s first fine dining restaurant in the U.S. has built an extensive fan base with nearly perfect French dishes. 702.891.7925 $$$$

Mandalay Bay

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon The less formal sibling to Robuchon offers counter service with tapas and entrées. 702.891.7358 $$$

Aureole Dine on Charlie Palmer’s excellent American food and you’ll be glowing. Don’t miss the four-story wine tower. 702.632.7401 $$$$ Border Grill Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger’s Mexican joint puts a fun spin on some of your favorite classics. 702.632.7403 $$

Morimoto Las Vegas Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto presents signatures such as yellowtail “pastrami.” 7 02.891.3001 $$$

Citizens Kitchen & Bar This lively restaurant serves stepped-up versions of America’s favorite comfort foods. 702.632.9200 $$

Tom Colicchio’s Craftsteak Colicchio uses the finest ingredients from small family farms and other specialized venues. His desire for perfection is evident in every single $$ dish. 702.891.7318 $

Fleur Offering regional and seasonally driven French cuisine in a quaint and classic bistro setting. 7 02.632.7200 $$$

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Traditional American bar and grill cuisine designed by the famous chef. 702.891.3000 $$$

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Diablo’s Cantina A spin on traditional Mexican cuisine, with a wide array of libation, including, of course, margaritas. 702.262.5225 $$ Osteria Costa Handmade pastas and Neapolitan-style pizzas are served in a casual setting that evokes seaside villages of southern Italy. Plus, it offers some great people-watching. 866.339.4566 $$$ Otoro Robata Grill & Sushi Delight in Japanese favorites such as rock shrimp tempura and Chilean sea bass. 866.339.4566 $$ The Still A sports hub offering more than 50 beers, specialty cocktails and upscale bar food. 702.692.8455 $$ Tom Colicchio’s Heritage Steak The New York chef brings tradition to the forefront, with juicy cuts cooked over an open flame. 866.339.4566 $$$

New York–New York

Chin Chin Café & Sushi Bar Choose from the breakfast buffet, traditional Chinese food, sushi or Pan-Asian specialties. 7 02.740.6300 $ Gallagher’s Steakhouse The definitive New York steakhouse since 1927 now has a home in Sin City. 702.740.6450 $$$ Gonzalez y Gonzalez The Mexican restaurant is so nice they named it twice! The courtyard setting will have you swearing you’re in New York. 7 02.740.6455 $$ Il Fornaio Delicious selections from Northern Italy served in a beautiful environment with an exhibition kitchen. 702.650.6500 $$ Nine Fine Irishmen Authentic Irish food and cheer.

702.740.3311 $$

Shake Shack Big Apple Burger joint serves juicy burgers, flat-top dogs and fresh frozen custard, and craft beer. 702.740.3311 $ Tom’s Urban Small plates, entrées inspired by street food from around the world. 7 02.740.6766 $$

NoMad Las Vegas

NoMad Bar This N.Y. export offers classy craft cocktails and an eclectic menu. 702.730.6785 $$$ The NoMad Library Inside this posh restaurant lined with books, expect a bit of theatrical flair and such menu items as a signature roast chicken. 702.730.7000 $$$

OYO Hotel & Casino

Hooters The famous wings still punctuate this sports joint. 866.584.6687 $ Splash Cantina Enjoy breakfast favorites and massive nachos as well as festive cocktails and beer . 866.584.6687 $

Palace Station

Boathouse Asian Eatery Small plates, soups, sushi, seafood, noodles and wok-fired favorites like chicken chow mein highlight the menu. 7 02.367.2481 $$ The Charcoal Room A first-class restaurant with topgrade cuts of meat, fresh fish and an extensive wine list. 702.221.6678 $$$ The Oyster Bar From littleneck clams to New England clam chowder and gumbo, this joint has the ocean covered. 7 02.367.2411 $$ Tailgate Social Try a wide variety of elevated bar favorites at this sports bar and restaurant with more than 30 high-def TVs. 702.221.6513 $$


SHOWBIZ WEEKLY LISTINGS

The Palazzo

Cut Wolfgang Puck’s chic award-winning steakhouse concept features entrées such as Kobe beef short ribs. 702.607.6300 $$$$ Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Coal-fired brick-oven pizzas are topped with mouthwatering ingredients and served in an intimate setting. 702.754.3450 $ Hong Kong Café You’ll feel like you’re in the southeastern China city with dishes often found in Hong Kong cafés. 702.607.2220 $$ Lavo Classic and modern touches highlight a culinary journey through Italy. 702.791.1800 $$$ Majordomo Meat & Fish Chef David Chang’s second Vegas restaurant offers Korean barbecue, dim sum and seafood. 8 66.659.9643 $$$$ Moon Palace A simple yet satisfying menu of sliders and chips from Chef David Chang. 866.725.2990 $ Mott 32 Modern Hong Kong meets the vibrancy of N.Y.’s Chinatown with flavors representing Cantonese, Szechuan and Beijing cultures. 702.607.3232 $$$$ Sushi Samba A unique blend of Brazilian, Peruvian and Japanese cuisine. Indulge in sizzling meats, sushi, sashimi and ceviche. 702.607.0700 $$$ Trustworthy Brewing Co. Enjoy a variety of smallbatch beers and tasty barbecue, such as St. Louis-style pork ribs. 702.607.2337 $$ The X Pot Enjoy an exquisite presentation of traditional Asian flavors. 866.888.9768

Paris

Primrose A restaurant modeled after a French country house, with garden-inspired fare and dishes for meat-eaters and vegans alike. 702.730.6600 $$

Osteria Fiorella Dine on classic Italian at Marc Vetri’s expanded version of his Philly pasta bar, Fiorella. 7 02.797.7777 $$$

Planet Hollywood Resort

T-Bones Chophouse and Lounge Full-flavored steaks and a fireside patio. 7 02.797.7777 $$$$

Gordon Ramsay Burger The Hell’s Kitchen chef offers a twist on American comfort food. 702.785.5462. $ Koi Sushi, fresh fish and Kobe-style filet mignon are complemented by a wide selection of sake. 702.454.4555 $$$ Strip House New York’s famed steakhouse has redefined the steakhouse paradigm with prime cuts of beef and sexy cocktails. 702.737.5200 $$$ Yolos Mexican Grill Mexican salads, inventive side dishes and traditional street tacos. 702.785.0122 $$

Planet Hollywood Resort: Miracle Mile Shops

Blondies Sports Bar & Grill Fill up on sports bar grub like wings and burgers, or munch on salads and wraps, all before the big game starts. 7 02.737.0444 $ Buffalo Wild Wings Signature wings and burgers at the chain’s first Strip location. 7 02.734.0096 $

Yard House An impressive beer list and signature dishes like the black truffle cheeseburger. 702.363.9273 $$

Renaissance Las Vegas

Envy Steakhouse Everything from breakfast to surf and turf. 7 02.784.5716 $$$ Grill 55 This casual restaurant serves up classic American cuisine. 702.784.5715 $

Resorts World Las Vegas

Brezza Modern coastal Italian fare with handmade pastas, premier seafood, heritage breeds and Creekstone Farms beef, plus classic amari. 702.676.6014 $$$ Carversteak Top cuts, a massive bar and a huge dining space round out the offerings at this luxury steakhouse. 702.550.2333 $$$$

Cabo Wabo Cantina The flavor and rowdiness of the Mexican resort to Las Vegas. 702.385.2226 $$

Caviar Bar A sleek atmosphere highlight the fine-dining here, with caviar from many areas of the globe spotlighted. 702.550.2333 $$$$

Flights Try a little bit of everything at this aviation-themed, tapas-style restaurant where menu items are served in threes. 702.268.7264 $$

Bar Zazu Tapas, cheese and charcuterie, and sweet and savory pastries served with wine from around the world by the glass, bottle and in flights. 702.676.7000 $$

La Salsa Cantina Enjoy Mexican favorites such as fajitas, enchiladas and fish tacos. 702.892.0645 $

Craig’s Vegan Creamy vegan frozen treats in scoops, pints, sundaes and shakes from the L.A. restaurant, with flavors like Melrose Mint Chip, Sunset & Strawberry and Perfectly Chocolate. 702.676.7000 $

Lobster ME Classic lobster rolls packed with Maine lobster, served deli-counter style. 702.562.7837 $

Beer Park Open-air rooftop bar and grill with American cuisine, beers and sports. 7 02.444.4500 $

Nacho Daddy Vegan chicken nachos, all-day breakfast and margarita pitchers. 702.462.5000 $

Famous Foods Street Eats Food hall concept with 16 stalls featuring authentic street food and cuisines from top chefs and restaurateurs. 7 02.676.7000 $

Burger Brasserie This joint puts a French spin on an American classic with some of the Strip’s most creative burgers. 702.946.4346 $

Ocean One This casual American eatery offers plenty of seafood, as well as a selection of steak, pizza and pasta entrées. 702.696.9080 $

FUHU Experiential dining with a twist on contemporary Asian cuisine and a extensive mixology program. 702.676.7000 $$

Eiffel Tower Restaurant Enjoy superior French food with spectacular views. 702.948.6937 $$$$

Pampas Churrascaria Brazilian Grille Rodizio-style, spit-roasted and grilled meats are carved right at your table. 702.737.4748 $$

Genting Palace Enjoy old-world glamour plus authentic Cantonese cuisine, seafood and dim sum. 702.676.7000 $$$

PBR Rock Bar & Grill Barbecue, Southern and downhome staples. 702.750.1685 $$

Kusa Nori Modern Japanese bistro with high-energy sushi bar and teppanyaki grills, and an extensive selection of sake. 702.676.7000 $$$

Gordon Ramsay Steak The chef presents dishes such as beef Wellington . 877.346.4642 $$$ Hexx Kitchen + Bar This Stripside dining spot serves up classic American cuisine, plus specialty cocktails and bean-to-bar chocolate made in-house. 702.331.5100 $$

Plaza

Hash House A Go Go Oversize portions of creative breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes. 702.386.2594 $

Mon Ami Gabi Enjoy al fresco dining along the Strip at this French bistro. 702.944.4224 $$$

Oscar’s Steakhouse A tribute to Las Vegas attorney Oscar Goodman. 702.386.7227 $$$

Park MGM

Pop Up Pizza This joint employs a French bread-making technique for their delicious dough, which is made fresh daily. 702.366.0049 $

Bavette’s Steakhouse & Bar Traditional steakhouse fare with classy cocktails. 702.730.6700 $$$$ Best Friend Renowned L.A. chef Roy Choi shares a taste of Koreatown, offering an eclectic fusion of culinary styles. 702.730.7010 $$$

Red Rock Resort

Crack Shack Enjoy this “Southern California” fried chicken both inside and out. 702.820.5991 $

Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill Inventive Japanese cuisine. 7 02.797.74444 $$$

Eataly Las Vegas Immersive marketplace offers a mix of gourmet Italian foods, quality restaurants and live cooking demonstrations. 702.730.7617

Hearthstone Plenty of scratch-made salads, charcuterie plates and roasted entrées. 702.797.7344 $$

La La Noodle Hand-pulled noodles are the main attraction, but there’s so much more: pork belly, pot stickers, shrimp rolls and bao buns. 702.730.7010 $

8 Noodle Bar A varied menu of ramen, steamed buns and fried rice. 7 02.797.7012 $

Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que Tender ribs, sauce-soaked brisket and savory chicken. As close to authentic barbecue as you’ll find outside of Las Vegas. 702.220.7427 $$

Richie Palmer’s Mulberry Street Pizzeria of Beverly Hills Pizza by the slice and whole pies with specialty toppings. 7 02.676.7000 $ ¡VIVA! Chef Ray Garcia presents a modern take on regional Mexican cuisine in a contemporary space. 702.676.7591 $$ Wally’s Wine & Spirits Blends a restaurant, wine bar and specialty gourmet market, creating a one-stop tasting and shopping experience. 702.676.7000 $$$

Rio

All-American Bar & Grille Dry-aged steaks and chops, ribs and half-pound burgers plus fresh seafood. 702.777.7767 $$ Guy Fieri’s El Burro Borracho This Mexican restaurant packs a ton of flavor into dishes like drunken fish tacos and lava rock shrimp. . 855.888.3463 $$ Kang’s Kitchen The liveliness of the setting is matched only by the fun of grilling your own meat at this Korean barbecue. 7 02.777.7777 $$

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LISTINGS SHOWBIZ WEEKLY KJ Dim Sum & Seafood Featuring a dim sum menu plus seafood dishes with lobster, crab, shrimp and giant clams. 7 02.777.7777 $$ VooDoo Steak Fall under the spell of VooDoo, American cuisine with French-Creole flair. 702.777.7800 $$$

Sahara Las Vegas

Bazaar Meat by José Andrés Chef José Andrés’ smallplate creations are a carnivore’s dream. A must-visit for true foodies. 702.761.7610 $$$ Beers and Bets Elevated bar food with an extensive craft beer selection, as well as a sports book and an outdoor beer garden. 702.761.7650 $ Bella Bistro Dine on a contemporary American menu with items like grilled octopus, prime steak tartare and roasted branzino. 702.761.7000 $$ Noodle Den Dine on hand-pulled noodles, delectable dumplings and other traditional Northern Chinese dishes. 702.761.7000 $$ Uno Más Street Tacos + Spirits Authentic street tacos, freshly made tortillas, whimsical margarita whips and fine tequilas capture the vibrant flavors of Mexico. 888.696.2121 $

Sam’s Town

The Angry Butcher A contemporary American steakhouse with flavorful surf and turf. 702.456.7777 $$$

Santa Fe Station

WuHu Noodle Enjoy plenty of Chinese specialties, as well as all your favorites. 702.914.8663 $$

The STRAT

McCall’s Heartland Grill Serving up steak and seafood specialties. 7 02.380.7777 $$$ Nunzio’s Pizzeria Grab a delicious pie at this casual pizzeria. 702.380.7720 $ PT’s Wings & Sports Enjoy wings and classic pub fare, with plenty of beers on tap. 702.380.7777 $$ The STRAT Café This American-style diner serves up generous portions of delicious comfort food. 702.380.5115 $ Top of the World Fine-dining restaurant rotates 360 degrees every 80 minutes, offering endlessly entertaining views. 702.380.7711 $$$

Suncoast

90 Ninety Bar + Grill Gastropub features craft brews and cocktails. 7 02.636.7111 $$ Brigg’s Oyster Co. Fresh oysters, pan roast, homemade crab corn chowder, Asiago sole and hand-rolled sushi highlight the menu. 702.636.7111 $$ Du-par’s Restaurant & Bakery A California institution, this all-hours spot has earned rave reviews for its homemade pies and buttermilk pancakes. One bite and you’ll know why. 7 02.636.7111 $

The Charcoal Room A first-class restaurant with topgrade cuts of meat, fresh fish and an extensive wine list. 702.515.4385 $$$

SC Prime Steakhouse & Bar Indulge in USDA prime aged beef, seafood, lamb, pork and poultry. 702.636.7111 $$$

Leticia’s Cocina & Cantina Locals spot serves a variety of classic Mexican dishes. 702.515.4318 $$

Sunset Station

The Oyster Bar Serving seafood jambalaya, oysters on the half shell, fish and chips, gumbo, New England lobster rolls and Alaskan king crab legs. 702.658.4900 $$

The Shoppes at Mandalay Place

Burger Bar Build your perfect burger from “The Farm,” “The Ocean” and “The Earth.” 7 02.632.9364 $ Hussong’s Cantina Authentic Baja fare and cocktails from the folks who have kept Ensenada hoppin’ for decades. 702.632.6450 $$ Rí Rá Irish Pub Dine on dishes such as Irish potato cakes and the Reuben with corned beef brisket. 702.632.7771 $$ Slice of Vegas Grab a slice at the counter or dine inside on New York-style pizza. 702.632.6470 $$

The Shops at Crystals

Mastro’s Ocean Club Delicious fresh seafood and steaks complemented with live piano music nightly. 702.798.7115 $$$ The Pub Relax and enjoy comfort foods and classic pub fare and an extensive selection of craft beers. 702.590.9470 $$

Silver Sevens

Sterling Spoon Café This café offers a variety of tasty diner-style fare as well as build-your-own pizzas. 702.733.7000 $

Silverton

Mi Casa Grill Cantina Enjoy these authentic Mexican recipes. 702.263.7777 $$ Twin Creeks Classic entrées with an elegant, friendly atmosphere. 702.263.7777 $$$

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The Oyster Bar Steamed clams, freshly shucked oysters, homemade chowders, gumbos and seafood pastas. 702.547.7777 $ $ Pasta Cucina Classic Italian cuisine, with a menu that includes small bites, thin-crust pizza and plenty of pasta. 7 02.547.7828 $$ Sonoma Cellar Steakhouse Prime, dry aged, hand-cut beef plus incredible desserts and an award-winning wine list. 702.547.7898 $$$

Treasure Island

Gilley’s Get a look at your meal in the show kitchen while enjoying a honky-tonk atmosphere. 702.894.7111 $$

The Venetian

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer All-American burgers, craft beer and gigantic, Instagram-worthy CrazyShakes. 702.414.2337 $$ Bouchon Thomas Keller’s French bistro cuisine may be closer to perfection than anything’s ever come. 702.414.6200 $$ Brera Osteria Influenced by Milan’s Brera neighborhood, this restaurant specializes in fresh, vibrant Italian flavors. 702.414.1227 $$ Buddy V’s Ristorante Showcases Buddy Valastro’s Italian-American cuisine. 702.607.2355 $$ Canaletto This Italian cuisine imparts a true sense of Venice. A wonderful place for the whole family. 702.733.0070 $$ Cañonita The flavors of Old Mexico come alive in this bright setting. 702.420.2561 $$ Carlo’s Bakery Cake Boss star Buddy Valastro’s first Vegas bakery features such signature goodies as crumb cake and cannoli. 702.607.2356 $ Chica Chef Lorena Garcia’s diverse menu inspired by her Latin American heritage. 8 66.659.9643 $$ Delmonico Steakhouse Emeril Lagasse’s twist on the familiar steakhouse. 702.414.3737 $$$ Estiatorio Milos Fine Mediterranean cuisine that offers an authentic taste of Greece, with fresh fish from around the world. 702.414.1270 $$$$ Lobster ME Get classic lobster rolls that are packed with Maine lobster, served deli-counter style. 702.912.0777 $ Mercato della Pescheria Italian restaurant inspired by the quaint fish markets off the coast of Italy. 702.837.0309 $$$ Matteo’s Ristorante Italiano Traditional Italian fare made with fresh, seasonal and local ingredients. 702.414.1222 $$$ Noodle Asia Get a taste of Asia with dishes such as dim sum, Singapore vermicelli and traditional noodle and vegetarian specialties. 702.414.1444 $ Rockhouse Signature takes on bar food.

7 02.731.9683 $

Phil’s Steak House Prime cuts of meat, seafood and Italian specialties will please any appetite. 702.894.7223 $$$

Royal Britannia Gastro Pub British-inspired food with American flair plus draft and craft beer. 702.586.4040 $$

Seafood Shack Serving delicious seafood such as jumbo shrimp, lobster tail and clams. 702.894.7223 $$

Smith & Wollensky “America’s Steakhouse” returns to Las Vegas with flavorful dishes like a 24-ounce ribeye and a rotisserie roast chicken. 702.637.1515 $$$$

Señor Frog’s Enjoy Mexican delicious fare, and nightly entertainment, all in a Mexican-themed atmosphere. 702.894.7111 $$

Sugarcane Raw Bar Grill Blends a global influence with unique flavors. 702.414.2263 $$

Tropicana Las Vegas

Oakville Tuscan Grill Boasting a luxurious and contemporary feel, Oakville celebrates Napa Valley, pairing fine wines with choice cuts. 702.739.2376 $$$

Trattoria Reggiano Signature dishes like filet mignon meatballs. 702.369.2053 $$ Tao Asian Bistro Specializing in Hong Kong, Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine. 702.388.8338 $$

Robert Irvine’s Public House Enjoy bourbon-maple salmon and grilled chicken with marsala sauce, along with plenty of beers. 702.739.2307 $$$

Yardbird Southern Table & Bar Delectable dishes presented with Southern flair. Don’t miss out on their $$ amazing signature cocktail selection. 702.297.6541 $

Trump International

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

DJT Modern American cuisine combined with an extensive wine and cocktail list. 7 02.982.0000 $$

Casa Calavera Enjoy traditional Mexican cuisine in a cool, casual environment. 702.693.5000 $


SHOWBIZ WEEKLY LISTINGS

Kassi Beach Club Laid-back poolside restaurant and lounge offers coastal Italian and Greek cuisine. 702.693.5000

Night + Market Classic Favorite Thai street food dishes get a modern makeover. Plus, the wine list is stellar. 702.693.5000 $$ Nobu World-renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa serves up his signature Japanese cuisine. 702.693.5000 $$$ One Steakhouse Staying true to their family’s legacy, David and Michael Morton place importance on fine steaks and fresh seafood. 702.693.5000 $$$$ Pizza Forte Delicious pizzas, hot dogs, pastas and Italian street food items such as truffle arancini abound. 702.693.5000 $ Todd English’s Olives Mediterranean flavors fill the menu, but you’ll also find fresh, handmade pasta dishes. 702.693.5000 $$$

Waldorf Astoria

Zen Kitchen Asian cuisine with American influences. 702.590.8888 $$$

Westgate Las Vegas

Benihana Chefs prepare Japanese cuisine exhibition-style on hibachi tables, surrounded by lush gardens, koi ponds and exotic statues. 702.732.5755 $$$ Edge Steakhouse Quality aged prime steaks, fish, seafood, tableside dining experiences and an extensive wine list highlight the steakhouse’s menu. 702.732.5277 $$$

Fresco Italiano Pizzas, seafood and classic desserts, along with gluten-free and whole-grain pastas, highlight the menu. Specialty cocktails and California and Italian wines round out the menu. 702.732.5276 $$ Rikki Tiki Sushi Casual sushi joint offers sushi creations including favorites like spicy tuna and tuna sashimi. 7 02.732.5755 $$

Vista Cocktail Lounge Set your eyes on the N.Y. skyline or Dubai, as the interactive lounge transports you around the globe with state-of-the-art LED technology.

702.731.7852

Circa

Nightlife The following list of Sin City places to relax is as on top of the scene as possible.

Aria

Jewel A luxe nightlife experience adorned with mirrored walls, swanky VIP skybox suites, a DJ booth featuring duel-sided LED video screens and top-notch talent. 702.590.8000

Bellagio

Lily Bar & Lounge This lounge offers a large menu of specialty handcrafted cocktails and a spacious lounge area with Spanish stone tabletops and plush ottomans. 702.693.8300

Caesars Palace

Montecristo Cigar Bar A large selection of cigar brands, including Romeo Y Julieta and H. Upmann, along with specialty cocktails and premium whiskeys. 702.733.5827

Omnia With lavish décor and resident DJs like Calvin Harris, the club incorporates both indoor and outdoor spaces, plus magnificent views of the Strip. 702.785.6200

Vanderpump Cocktail Garden The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star’s lush Vegas hot spot serves up creative cocktails and shared plates. 702.777.3800

Legacy Club Intimate 60th floor lounge pays tribute to Vegas’ founding fathers and offers an outstanding view of the city. 7 02.247.2258 Stadium Swim at Circa The “best pool in history” can back it up: three levels, six pools, beaucoup day beds and cabanas, and a giant 40-foot tall high-def screen. 21+. circalasvegas.com

The Cromwell

Drai’s After Hours A long-running early morning staple, Drai’s lets you relax on sofas and listen to house and hip-hop, while enjoying fine wine, champagne and cigars.

702.777.3800

Drai’s Nightclub This lavish rooftop spot boasts a highend audiovisual experience manned by some of the best DJs and hip-hop performers in the biz. 702.777.3800

The D

Longbar Sip cocktails while watching the game on 15 large screens at one of the longest bars in Nevada. 702.388.2400

Vue Bar Grab a drink and play some video poker while enjoying a bird’s-eye view of the Fremont Street Experience. 702.388.2400

Tickets are available at

TheStirlingClub.com Thurs, Sat, Sun, at 8 P.M. Doors open at 6.30 for cocktails

2827 PARADISE RD., LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 Right Across from the Westgate Hotel

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LISTINGS SHOWBIZ WEEKLY El Cortez

The Parlour Bar This elegant space boasts leather club chairs, a baby grand piano, specialty martinis and other signature cocktails. 702.385.5200

Flamingo

Margaritaville Three levels, five bars, balconies overlooking the Strip, plus a volcano. 702.733.3302

Golden Nugget

KAMU Ultra Karaoke With impeccable food, specialty cocktails and customer service, this high-end karaoke lounge hits all the right notes. 702.445.7664 Rosina You’ll feel a sense of glamour and elegance while sipping on quality cocktails like a Negroni or Manhattan. 7 02.607.7777

The Park

Rush Lounge A chic lounge featuring live music, signature drinks and VIP table service . 702.385.7111

Beerhaus Lagers, ales and keg wines make the beer menu. Bar food, games and late-night fun completes the experience. 702.692.2337

Harrah’s

Park MGM

Carnaval Court A mecca for flair bartenders, this outdoor party presents live music . 702.693.6138 Piano Bar Stop by throughout the week for performances that include dueling pianos, Big Elvis and light bites and cocktails are available, too. 702.369.5000

The Linq Promenade

Juniper Cocktail Lounge Home to the largest collection of gin in Las Vegas, this inviting lounge pairs inventive cocktails with a warm ambience. 702.730.7010 Mama Rabbit Serves up a menu of tequilas, mezcals and craft cocktails, as well as small bites including tacos and molé. drinkmamarabbitlv.com

Minus5 Ice Bar This lounge made of ice also features a warmer, woodsier lodge. 702.632.7714 Rí Rá Take in Irish vibes while noshing on Irish dishes like deviled Scotch eggs and indulging in a Guinness or another Irish brew or spirit. 7 02.632.7771

Treasure Island

Gilley’s Saddle up for line dancing and the famous Gilley Girls. 7 02.894.7147 Golden Circle Sportsbook & Bar At this sports bar combined with a sportsbook, you’ll find a great bar menu of drinks and food, and tons of seating. 8 66.286.3809

The Venetian

The Dorsey With inventive cocktails and an intimate setting, this lounge evokes elegance but inspires a feeling that everything is possible. 702.414.1945 Minus5 Ice Experience A refreshing, wintry lounge made of ice, where guests sip cocktails from ice glasses. 7 02.293.3388

O’Sheas The quintessential Vegas dive is reborn with new additions, including three bars and drink specials. Open 24 hours daily. 702.794.3311

On The Record Part club, part karaoke bar, part record store–this unique speakeasy has everything you need to spend an exciting night in Vegas. 702.730.7777

MGM Grand

Paris

Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop A Parisian nightlife scene amid an outdoor terrace and opulent décor. 702.776.7777

Tao Asian flavor blends with Las Vegas spice at one of the city’s perennial hot spots. 702.388.8588

Losers Bar Country music bar offers a no-frills, downhome experience with classic spirits and beers on tap.

Napoleon’s If the bubbly gets you going, enjoy a glass or cocktail while listening to dueling pianists . 702.946.7000

Vice Versa Patio & Lounge I t’s either/or at Vice Versa— intimate indoor setting or outdoor patio, light or indulgent bites, classic or twisted cocktails. 702.590.2767

Hakkasan Resident DJs lead an extraordinary lineup at this sprawling nightclub, spread across three levels. 702.891.3838

702.891.3003

Tap Sports Bar Find satisfaction in the food, and, as the name suggests, the beer selection . 702.891.7239 $ Topgolf Las Vegas Entertainment venue with bars, climate-controlled hitting bays, delicious food, swimming pools and much more. 4627 Koval Lane. 702.933.8458 Whiskey Down This intimate lounge with industrial flair features more than 50 brands of American, Canadian, Irish and Scotch whiskies. 702.891.1111

Mandalay Bay

Light Nightclub Massive LED screens combined with a world-class sound system create the perfect party vibe. 702.676.7405

Planet Hollywood Resort: Miracle Mile Shops

Blondies Sports Bar & Grill Known for its rowdy atmosphere and beer pong. 7 02.737.0444 Cabo Wabo Cantina The Red Rocker brings Mexico’s hottest party to Las Vegas, along with some delicious dishes like the Wabolicious cheeseburger. 7 02.385.2226 Rockbar Live music and DJs take center stage—that is, when the mechanical bull isn’t rockin’. 702.750.1685

Red Rock Resort

Crimson Enjoy seasonally inspired beverages and tasty snacks in a gorgeous environment, plus gaming viewing and DJs. 702.797.7873

Rhythm & Riffs Relax in this large lounge area right off the casino floor, and enjoy signature cocktails, beers and light bites. 702.632.6112

Resorts World Las Vegas

S Bar Indulge in craft cocktails, shareable apps, flatbreads and decadent desserts in the newest lounge in Mandalay Bay. 702.632.7707

Rockhouse Drinking games, DJs, bar food, birdcages for dancing and a mechanical bull. 7 02.731.9683

Vdara

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

Money, Baby! High-energy adult playground offers sports viewing, sports betting, interactive games and creative culinary concepts and cocktails. 702.693.5000

Waldorf Astoria

SkyBar Boutique cocktails from molecular mixologists define this 23rd-floor gem. 702.590.8888

Gaming Bingo

Aliante Casino & Hotel  Noon, 2, 4, 6 & 8 p.m. daily, 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 702.692.7777 Arizona Charlie’s Boulder 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11

Alle Lounge on 66 Sip on rare spirits and handcrafted cocktails while you enjoy globally inspired bites with an astonishing view, 66 floors above the Strip.

p.m. daily. 702.951.9000

702.676.6969

p.m. daily. 702.258.5200

The Mirage

Eight Lounge Premium cigars meet modern cocktails in an environment that features a custom-crafted humidor, welcoming patio and comfortable seating. 702.676.7405

Boulder Station 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily. 702.432.7777

New York–New York

Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge An upscale lounge with vintage and rare champagnes, artisanal cocktails and wines. 702.676.7000

The Still More than 50 beers, specialty cocktails and upscale bar food. 702.692.8455 Coyote Ugly Female bartenders sing, dance and pour, just like they did in the movie. 702.740.6330 Nine Fine Irishmen Sip a Guinness or Irish whiskey while listening to authentic Irish bands at this festive Irish pub. 7 02.740.3311

NoMad Las Vegas

NoMad Bar This New York City-export offers classy craft cocktails and an eclectic menu in an environment that’s upscale without pretension. 702.730.7000

The Palazzo

Electra Cocktail Club Handcrafted beverages will satisfy all your drinking desires at this hip lounge from the creators The Dorsey and Rosina. 702.607.7777

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Arizona Charlie’s Decatur 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11

Gold Coast 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. 702.367.7111 Green Valley Ranch 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily. 702.617.7777

RedTail Zouk Group’s social gaming bar with premium beer, wine, cocktails and shared plates plus games like beer pong, darts and pool. 702.676.7000

Jerry’s Nugget 11 a.m. 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. daily, 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 702.399.3000

Zouk Nightclub Innovation meets nightlife at this new, technologically advanced nightclub that offers multiple experiences. 702.676.7000

702.367.2411

Rio

Rampart Casino 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. 702.507.5900

iBar Sophisticated cocktails are presented to a mesmerizing flow of music. 7 02.777.6875

The Shoppes at Mandalay Place

1923 Prohibition Bar This speakeasy transports guests into the prohibition era. 702.912.4001

Palace Station 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily. Plaza 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. daily. 702.386.2110

Red Rock Resort 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily. 702.797.7625 Sam’s Town 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily. 702.454.8063


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Santa Fe Station 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily. 702.658.4900 South Point 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily.

702.796.7111

Suncoast 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. 702.367.7111 Sunset Station 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily.

702.658.4900

Casino Promotions

Aliante Casino & Hotel Sign up for the B Connected Club and future play is rewarded with giveaways, discounts, comps and so much more. a liantegaming.com or 702.692.7777

Binion’s Guests can join Club Binion’s for free; it rewards slot and video poker players with cash back and comps. b inions.com or 702.382.1600 Boyd Gaming and Coast Casinos One Card does it all at Suncoast, Gold Coast, Sam’s Town, California and Fremont. Each tier offers incredible services and benefits. Members are invited to participate in exciting special events and promotions. bconnectedonline.com Caesars Entertainment It takes just a few minutes to sign up for a Total Rewards card at a promotions booth at Caesars Palace, Cromwell, Flamingo, Harrah’s, The Linq and Paris. The card is your ticket to room discounts and more at Caesars Entertainment casinos. caesars.com Cannery With a Can Club card, get free play, cash offers, hotel packages and special promotions. Every 400 points annery, 702.507.5700 earns $1 in rewards. C Circa Club One members can earn gaming offers, comp dollars, hotel discounts, hotel upgrades and more based on play at Circa, The D and Golden Gate. circalasvegas or 702.247.2258

Circus Circus By signing up for a free slot club card, you’ll get exclusive promotional offers, invitations and discounts. 800.344.5252 The D Club One members can earn gaming offers, comp dollars, hotel discounts, hotel upgrades and more based on play at Circa, The D and Golden Gate. thed.com

or 702.388.2400

Downtown Grand Members of the Downtown Grand Reward Program can earn room, dining and play comps for playing their preferred slots and table games. downtowngrand.com or 702.719.5100 El Cortez El Cortez members earn cash back, dining and more. Every 500 points means $1 in cash back. elcortezhotelcasino.com or 702.385.5200

Golden Gate Club One members can earn gaming offers, comp dollars, hotel discounts, hotel upgrades and more based on play at Circa, The D and Golden Gate. goldengatecasino.com or 702.385.1906

Golden Nugget New 24K Select members earn 20 points and spin to win up to $1,000 in slot play. Other player rewards include meals and rooms, VIP reservation service and invitations to parties, events, tournaments and so much more. goldennugget.com or 702.385.7111

Primm Valley Resorts Join the A-Play Club and spin the wheel. Earn food vouchers, free rooms, free slot play and other perks when you play. p rimmvalleyresorts.com

or 702.679.5618

Rampart Casino With a Resort Rewards card, earn perks like meals, rooms, cash, merchandise or free play. Every 100 points earns you $1 in free play, cash or comp. rampartcasino.com or 702.507.5900

Mountain Road. 702.369.8382

Grand Bazaar Shops Punctuated by a sparkling Swarovski crystal starburst above, this colorful shopping center evokes open-air markets from around the world and features an international list of retailers, such as Superdry and Havaianas. Bally’s, 702.736.4988

Resorts World Las Vegas The Genting Rewards players card offers a variety of ways to earn points for rewards, and also offers cashless play through their app.

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort One of the city’s premier shopping destinations features an indoor rainstorm. Browse top retailers such as H&M, Sephora and Guess, and eat at engaging restaurants.

Sahara Las Vegas Earn rewards, credits and slot play in Club 52 as you play your favorite slots and table games. saharalasvegas.com or 702.761.7000

Prizm Outlets of Las Vegas Browse through name brand stores such as Nike, Coach, Michael Kors, Old Navy, Tommy Hilfiger and Gap. 32100 Las Vegas Blvd.

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Silver Sevens Earn perks like free slot credits, discounts and even free suite stays as you play your way up the ranks. aplayclub.com or 702.733.7000 Silverton Start with the Silver level, then advance to Gold, Platinum and Diamond in the Silverton Rewards Club—the more you play, the more you earn points and comp dollars. silvertoncasino.com or 702.263.7777 Station Casinos Boarding Pass members at all of Station’s casinos in the Vegas valley are eligible for comps and discounts on dining, entertainment and hotel rooms. Use your card at any Station property to earn points. stationcasinos.com

The STRAT True Rewards members are rewarded every time they play with their card, earning both comps and cash back. True Rewards members can also earn points at Arizona Charlie’s casinos. 702.380.7777 Treasure Island As a TI Players Club member, earn rewards, benefits and members-only perks such as comped shows, dining and more. treasureisland.com

or 702.894.7222

Tropicana Las Vegas Join mychoice to earn mycash and redeem them for dining and promotions at participating mychoice locations. Receive special based on your level of play. troplv.com or 702.739.2222 The Venetian and The Palazzo Grazie acts like an all-access pass to exclusive events and offers, such as the annual Grazie Gifts shopping event. Gifts from Grazie include upgrades, shopping sprees and VIP discounts to entertainment, accommodations, dining and nightlife. clubgrazie.com or 877.247.2943 Westgate Las Vegas With WOW Rewards, members earn points playing their favorite slots and table games as well as with dining and retail purchases. Redeem points at Westgate’s award-winning restaurants, bars, retail outlets, fitness center and spa, or earn slot play and resort rooms. w estgatedestinations.com or 800.732.7117

Shopping Malls

The District at Green Valley Ranch Stroll “Main Street” in the pet-friendly, metropolitan-like area. Stop into shops like White House|Black Market, Pottery Barn and Anthropologie. 702.564.8595

MGM Resorts International Join MGM Rewards and earn benefits for every dollar you spend with hotel, dining and spa experiences, along with slot and table play at any one of 15 MGM Resorts’ destinations.

The Forum Shops at Caesars Visitors can walk the streets of ancient Rome. The Forum Shops is the shopping choice for many celebrities. 702.893.4800

Plaza Plaza Rewards boasts more rewards, including free slot play, promotional offers and room discounts. plazahotelcasino.com or 702.386.2110

FSLV—Fashion Show Las Vegas Fashion Show Las Vegas features incredible anchors—Dillard’s, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue—as well as restaurants and entertainment, all in the heart

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of Las Vegas. Las Vegas Boulevard South and Spring

702.866.0704

S. 702.874.1400

The Shops at Crystals It took two cutting-edge architectural firms to bring to life CityCenter’s shopping complex, which features Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co. and Tom Ford, plus dining hot spots including Mastro’s Ocean Club and The Pub. 702.590.9299 Town Square Las Vegas All your favorite big-city shops including Express, H&M, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Sephora and Victoria’s Secret. The complex also houses two outdoor parks and a wide range of restaurants. 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.269.5001

The Venetian & The Palazzo Cobbled walkways, streetside cafés, live performers and gondola rides in the Grand Canal Shoppes lead you through a luxurious shopping experience with international boutiques, including Tory Burch and Jimmy Choo. 7 02.414.4525

Hotel Shops

Appian Way at Caesars Palace Located in a quiet shopping arcade, which is graced by a life-size replica of Michelangelo’s David, are the shops of the Appian Way. Browse the apparel, gifts, art and jewelry including Caesars logo items. 702.731.7110 Bally’s Avenue Shoppes A collection of more than 20 unique stores and boutiques including Marshall Rousso and Harley Davidson. From souvenirs to sports coats, designer handbags to decadent chocolates. 7 02.946.4433 Le Boulevard at Paris Las Vegas Stroll the cobblestoned streets at Paris Las Vegas’ distinctive shopping district. Replica French boutiques provide the finest imports, from aged cheese to French fashion. 702.946.7000

Bridge Avenue at California Left some of your conveniences of the Hawaiian Islands at home? Or are you curious for a bit of that aloha spirit? Stop by the retail shops to get your fix. 7 02.385.1222 The Shoppes at Mandalay Place Featuring worldclass retailers and restaurants, many of which are new to the Las Vegas market, this unique 100,000-square-foot shopping center is on a sky bridge between Mandalay Bay and Luxor resorts. Shops include Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics and Chapel Hats. 702.632.9333 Retail Shops at The STRAT This shopping promenade has multiple shops with such names as Ashba, Smokey’s, Ship & Anchor Tattoo and Fat Tuesday. 702.380.7777 Via Bellagio Via Bellagio provides fashion and jewelry collections from renowned designers including Prada, Chanel, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi and Gucci. 7 02.693.7111

Specialty Stores

Bass Pro Shops Whether you’re looking for hunting, fishing or outdoor gear, this sportsman’s paradise has it

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Bonanza Gift & Souvenir Shops This enormous gift shop features souvenirs, Southwestern jewelry and collectibles, T-shirts, pop culture gifts, a full-service liquor store and Kidz World. 2 440 Las Vegas Blvd. S.

worldslargestgiftshop.com or 702.385.7359

Davidoff of Geneva Cigar Bar Features a variety of high-end drinks and limited-edition cigars in its Stripside lounge. F SLV. 702.473.5001 Guinness Store Peruse the largest collection of Guinness merchandise outside of Ireland. The Shoppes at

Circus Circus

Adventuredome This indoor theme park features top attractions, including El Loco, the Canyon Blaster, Chaos, and the Inverter, plus some circus acts. 702.794.3939 Carnival Midway and Circus Acts With 200 games surrounding the circus stage, there’s something for everyone. 7 02.734.0410

Excalibur

Fun Dungeon On the lower level of the hotel, this arcade features carnival games and hours of fun. Take in the Ultimate 4-D Experience while you’re there. 702.597.7777

this up-close look at the costumes, props and set recreations from The Hunger Games. Interactive aspects add even more dimension to the exhibit. 7 02.531.3826 Topgolf Las Vegas Perfect for all ages and skill levels, Topgolf’s interactive games in the climate-controlled hitting bays get a luxury touch. Enjoy a packed menu of food and drinks. 4 627 Koval Lane. 702.933.8458 Zero Latency Experience an adventure that will immerse you in worlds of wonder, with floating whales and zombie hordes. 7 02.891.7974

The Mirage

Flamingo

The Mirage Volcano Set amid a lagoon with towering palm trees and cascading waterfalls, this volcano spews smoke and fire 100 feet high. 702.791.1111

Hershey’s Chocolate World Showcases sweets including Reese’s, Kisses and Hershey’s bars, which can be customized. Interactive elements mix in even more fun.

Golden Nugget

Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat Home to several rare animal breeds and bottlenose dolphins. The exclusive Trainer for a Day program offers an up-close, unique zoological experience. 702.791.7188

House of Blues Gear Shop Get all your House of Blues essentials, from logo wear to music hits. House of Blues

Grand Bazaar Shops

M&M’s World Experience a four-story candy store full of colorful chocolate fun. Find your favorite M&M’s candy at the world’s largest candy wall or print a personal message on M&M’s! 3785 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.740.2504

beginning at dusk daily. 702.736.4988

Mandalay Place. 702.632.7773

H&M Find styles for both men and women. M iracle

Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort. 702.369.1195

New York-New York. 702.437.7439

at Mandalay Bay. 702.632.7605

Urban Outfitters Offering everything for the urban-minded individual, from clothing and housewares to jewelry and novelties. Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort. 702.733.0058

Attractions

Las Vegas is known as America’s Playground. From roller coasters to museums, there’s something to keep everyone amused.

Bally’s

REAL BODIES at Bally’s Experience 20 real human bodies and over 200 specimens in artistic and thought-provoking galleries. The attraction has added a COVID-19 element, including a short film and 3-D printed virus models. 702.777.2782 Twilight Zone by Monster Mini Golf Enter the fifth dimension while putting on a wonderfully weird, glowin-the-dark 18-hole course, which also features arcade games, bowling lanes and gift shop. 702.333.2121

Bellagio

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art The gallery holds regular exhibits featuring renowned artists. On display now: Ase: Afro Frequencies, a digital art exhibition . 702.693.7871 Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Flowers and vegetation change seasonally in this feast for the senses. This is the perfect spot to come to unwind after a day of sightseeing on the Las Vegas Strip. 702.693.7111 Dale Chihuly Glass Sculpture View hundreds of pieces of colorful and beautiful blown-glass flowers that sprout from the ceiling above the Bellagio hotel lobby. 702.693.7111 Fountains of Bellagio More than 1,000 fountains dance in front of the hotel throughout the day, enhanced by light and music. 702.693.7111

The Forum Shops at Caesars

Fall of Atlantis Fountain and Aquarium In the heart of The Forum Shops, animatronic Greek gods seem to come to life in this free attraction. 702.893.4800

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Wildlife Habitat A lush home for the Flamingo’s family of creatures. Ducks, swans, fish and Chilean flamingos reside in this 4-acre paradise. F ree. 702.733.3349 Hand of Faith This 61-pound gold nugget is the largest existing one in the world and the second-largest ever found. Open 24 hours daily, free to view. 866.946.5336 Canopy Light Show This hexagonal LED rooftop canopy lights up at night with custom-created themed very 15 minutes soundtracks to accompany the show. E

The Linq Promenade

FLY LINQ Zipline Soar over the LINQ Promenade at speeds up to 35 mph on the Strip’s only zipline. Height and weight restrictions apply. 702.777.2782

High Roller Passengers can enjoy breathtaking views of the city from a spacious cabin on the world’s tallest observation wheel. 866.328.1888 Icebar It’s winter all year round in this glacial attraction that features interactive ice experiences and creative, frosty cocktails. 702.586.8925

New York–New York

The Big Apple Coaster and Arcade New York City taxi-themed ride twists and dives around the perimeter and through the center of the hotel. . 7 02.740.6969

Palazzo

PanIQ Escape Room & Lounge Work your way through solving seven different scenarios at the first escape-room experience on the Las Vegas Strip. 775.507.2727

Paris

Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck Take an elevator ride to the top of this half-scale replica of the Paris landmark for spectacular views of the Strip and beyond. 888.727.4758

Rio

KISS by Monster Mini Golf An 18-hole glow-in-the dark putting course inspired by the iconic rockers. Memorabilia, arcade games, a rock ’n’ roll-themed wedding chapel and a DJ complete the offerings. 702.558.6256

Museum of Selfies Put yourself in the shot, with photo ops in the Upside-Down Room, Emoji Pool and more, plus new vignettes. selfievegas.com

Sam’s Town

VR Adventures Several experiences allow gamers to escape reality and enter exhilarating virtual worlds such as the Jungle River Raft, Haunted Elevator, Race Car simulator, and more. 702.734.0642

The Shops at Crystals

Luxor

Mystic Falls Park Feel the essence of the great outdoors while strolling through this atrium. 702.456.7777 Barbie: A Cultural Icon Exhibition Explores Barbie’s lasting influence on fashion and pop culture through displays, dolls and interviews covering the icon’s 60 years of existence. The Shops at Crystals, ticketkite.com

Bodies ... The Exhibition Real human bodies, in whole and parts, plus organs have been preserved through an innovative process and put on display, giving visitors the opportunity to view the beauty and complexity of their own organs and systems. 702.262.4400

The Original Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Las Vegas See the works of one of the art world’s masters like never before. This exhibit projects Van Gogh’s masterworks across four walls, on the ceiling and on the floor in a multimedia experience to treasure. v angoghvegas.com

HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas This state-of-theart center offers a 50-foot LED video wall and delectable food and beverage offerings. 702.723.2345

Silverton

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition More than 300 artifacts are on display, plus re-creations of the ship’s cabins and Grand Staircase. 702.262.4400

Mandalay Bay

Minus5 Ice Experience It’s winter all year round in this glacial attraction that features interactive ice experiences and creative, frosty cocktails. 702.740.5800

Silverton Aquarium A 117,000-gallon, huge artificial reef, home to several species of stingrays, sharks and tropical fish. 7 02.263.7777

The STRAT

Insanity, Big Shot and X Scream The three highest thrill rides in the U.S. 7 02.380.7777 Observation Decks Check out the view from the tallest tower west of the Mississippi. 702.380.7777

Shark Reef Aquarium Come nose to snout with some of the ocean’s most awesome creatures in an underwater environment. 702.632.4555

SkyJump Las Vegas The highest sky jump in the world joins the thrill rides on top of The STRAT. SkyJump Las Vegas is a controlled plummet from 855 feet with a 40 mph drop. 7 02.380.7777

MGM Grand

Treasure Island

The Hunger Games: The Exhibition If you’re a fan of the movies based on the best-selling books, you’ll love

Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. This interactive attraction features Captain America’s shield, Ant-


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Man’s helmet and Iron Man’s MK 45 suit on display. 702.894.7722

The Venetian

Gondola Rides Ride a half-mile down the Grand Canal as your gondolier serenades you. 7 02.414.4300 Minus5 Ice Experience It’s winter all year round in this glacial attraction that features interactive ice experiences and creative, frosty cocktails. Everything—everything!— here is made of ice. 702.293.3388 Madame Tussauds Las Vegas Take pictures with more than 100 of your favorite stars. Located off the moving walkway between The Venetian and Las Vegas Boulevard. 702.862.7800 Streetmosphere Strolling performers, including Italian opera singers and costumed actors, entertain shoppers in The Grand Canal Shoppes. Performance times vary throughout the day. 702.414.4500

Local Favorites

Allegiant Stadium Tours Experience a guided behindthe-scenes look at the stadium and its exclusive suites and clubs, broadcast booth, locker rooms and more. Upgraded tour available.3333 Al Davis Way, allegiantstadium.com/tours or 800.724.3377

Arcadia Earth Nearly 17,000 square feet of immersive installations inspired by environmentalism and ecology. 785 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Ste. 102, arcadia.earth 3 or 866.633.0195

Area 15 It’s a world of immersive entertainment, all housed under one roof. Explore popular art experiences like Omega Mart from Meow Wolf and Wink World from Blue Man Group founder, Chris Wink. Guests can also check out arcade games, ax throwing, a zipline ride, virtual-reality experiences and more. Various food and beverage outlets include desserts, cocktails and a sitdown restaurant by chef Todd English. 3 215 S. Rancho

Ranch, or head to Peach Springs for a whitewater rafting adventure. 5001 Diamond Bar Road, Peach Springs, Ariz., 888.868.9378 or grandcanyonwest.com

Gray Line Visit Hoover Dam, Grand Canyon and Lake Mead on sightseeing tours led by trained guides. Air, land and water adventures are all available. Free hotel

pickup and return. 7370 Dean Martin Drive, Suite 409. 702.739.7777

Las Vegas Shooting Center Get some brass therapy at this 12-lane shooting range, with a variety of shooting experiences (one is even for ages 8-14) and guns including machine guns, bolt-action sniper rifles and pistols. 5155 S. Dean Martin Drive. 702.778.5872 Las Vegas Strip Limo Tours See some fabulous Las Vegas attractions from the comfort and luxury of a limousine. The 3.5-hour tour includes champagne and stops by the Fountains of Bellagio, The Volcano and Fremont Street. 702.438.5466 Las Vegas Walking Tours Explore downtown on a tour with stories from past and present, facts and photos of Fremont Street and surrounding areas. 7 02.960.4421, 888.571.6587 or lasvegaswalkingtours.net

Lee Canyon An outdoor playground of skiing, snowboarding, tubing and snow in the winter and hiking, disc golf and scenic rides in the summer. A restaurant, bar and pro shop fill out the experience. 6725 Lee Canyon Road. leecanyonlv.com or 702.385.2754

Machine Guns Vegas A variety of shooting packages are available, including The Gamers Experience, where you shoot with real guns featured in popular games, and The Seal Team, where you experience weapons a military unit would use. 3 501 Aldebaran Ave. 800.757.4668 Maverick Helicopters Enjoy VIP excursions to the Grand Canyon and over the Strip daily. Fly in a state ofthe-art helicopter and enjoy narration by your pilot. 6075

Drive, area15.com

Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.261.0007 or 866.644.8687

Axehole Las Vegas Unleash your inner Viking at this axe-throwing range. Beer is available for guests 21+. ust be at least 7 years old to throw axes, 450 FreM mont St., Suite 163. 702.776.7640

National Park Express Plan a day-tour adventure from Vegas to Antelope Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, Zion and more! Offers shuttles, tours and more. n ationalparkexpress.com or 702.948.4190

Climb Vegas At this indoor high ropes course, challenge your balance and test your nerves as you climb through 17 different rope challenges. 3 717 Las Vegas

Omega Mart This supermarket on steroids (or something else) from Meow Wolf lets you shop and explore a store with surprises in every display case. 3 215 S.

Blvd. S. 702.952.9559

Rancho Drive, meow.wf/lvm

Pole Position Raceway An indoor motorsports entertainment facility one mile west of the Strip. The complex features the fastest indoor karts in the U.S. Height restrictions apply. 4 175 S. Arville St. 702.227.7223 The Range 702 Choose from a full line of guns to rent or shoot at this indoor range, including fully automatic machine guns. A VIP room with seven private lanes, and firearm safety and training are also available. 5 999 Dean

Martin Drive. 702.485.3232

Showgirl Bootcamp Feel like a real Las Vegas showgirl. Learn eye-catching makeup, signature walks and iconic poses from professional showgirls. Complete with photos in headdress, jewelry and feathers. 775.338.6761 or

showgirlbootcamp.com

Skydive Las Vegas Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Colorado River views will leave you breathless, especially while free-falling at 120 mph during a tandem skydive. 1401

Airport Road, Boulder City, Nev., 18+. 702.759.3483

SpeedVegas Motorsports Park Bring your driving fantasies to life with several experiences including adult go-kart track, an off-road track experience and Exotics Racing’s supercars. 18+ to drive, 14200 Las Vegas

Blvd. S. 888.274.4365

SunBuggy Fun Rentals Get your adrenaline racing by getting behind the wheel of a buggy for a desert chase experience or various ATV tours of the Valley of Fire or Amargosa dunes. 6925 Speedway Blvd. 866.728.4443 Vegas ATV Adventures Experience up to two hours of adrenaline in some of the fastest dune buggies and ATVs in Las Vegas. Reservations required. 702.254.0770 Vegas Indoor Skydiving It only makes sense to get a taste of free fall prior to jumping out of plane. The 12-foot-wide, 22-foot-high padded wind tunnel has a DC-3 propeller at its base that generates winds up to 120 mph, simulating free-fall. This is why Instagram was invented. 200 Convention Center Drive. 702.731.4768

Resources Golf

Bali Hai Golf Club Just steps from the Strip, this par-71 course includes acres of lush foliage, including 100,000 Balinese plants. Cili Restaurant and the Tiki Bar & Grille offer golfers a break from the action. 702.450.8191 or

balihaigolfclub.com

Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Cactus Garden Enjoy a self-guided factory tour, samples and a gift shop with tons of candies, plus check out the extensive cactus garden. For a real treat, book a signature chocolate tasting. 2 Cactus Garden Drive. 702.435.2608

FlyOver Las Vegas Take flight and explore the world in a whole new way. Suspended above a 52 1/2-foot-wide screen, riders experience the sensation of buzzing over some of the world’s most breathtaking views without leaving the Strip. 3 771 Las Vegas

Blvd. S. 866.498.2023 or flyoverlasvegas.com

GC Flight Airplane, helicopter, boat and bus tours of the Strip, Grand Canyon and more of the Southwest’s most breathtaking sights. Complimentary transportation from Strip and downtown hotels. 4083 Dean Martin Drive. gcflight.com or 702.629.7776

Grand Canyon Destinations Hop on a luxury bus and tour some of the scenic wonders of the Southwest, such as the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park and Hoover Dam. 5 125 W. Oquendo Road, Suite 16. 702.888.1883 Grand Canyon West Get a unique view of the Grand Canyon’s West Rim at SkyWalk, ride a zipline at Hualapai

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LISTINGS SHOWBIZ WEEKLY Cascata Golf Club Beautiful Rees Jones layout near Boulder Cit. Views of scenic Red Mountain augment the idyllic fairways. 7 02.294.2005 or golfcascata.com

quick and easy. Just press the menu button on your remote control.

Elite Golf Scenic Las Vegas Valley golf courses and packages for every size of group and every skill level. B lack Mountain Golf & Country Club, 500 Greenway

Curaleaf One of the top health and wellness cannabis operators in the United States offers a variety of inventive products. 1736 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 21+. curaleaf.com

Rental Cars All Star Cars 702.463.0663 Budget 702.736.1212 Dollar Rent a Car 866.434.2226 Fox Rent a Car 702.964.1320 Hertz 800.654.2210 US/Advantage Rent-a-Car 702.798.6100

Pharmacies

Road, Henderson. 702.565.7933; Primm Valley Golf Club, 1 Yates Wells Road, Nipton, Calif. 702.679.5509; Spanish Trail Country Club, 5050 Spanish Trail Lane. 702.364.5050; Wildhorse Golf Club, 2100 Warm Springs, Henderson. 702.434.9000

Trams

The Grove Explore this dispensary of products. 4 647 University Center Drive, 21+. thegrovenv.com

Bellagio-CityCenter-Park MGM Stops at Crystals and Aria. 8 a.m.-4 a.m. daily, every seven minutes

MedMen First-class facilities offering the latest in marijuana products. 823 S. 3rd St., recreational 21+, med-

Excalibur-Luxor-Mandalay Bay  9 a.m.-12:30 a.m. Sun.-Wed., 9 a.m.-2:30 a.m. Fri.-Sat., every three to seven minutes

ical 18+. 702.527.7685; 4503 Paradise Road, Suite 210-240, recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.405.8597

Las Vegas Golf Center Boasting views of the Las Vegas Strip, the lighted course is ideal for night golf. A two-tiered 113-station driving range lets golfers test their range. 7 02.896.4100 or lasvegasgolfcenters.com

Treasure Island-The Mirage  Service 9 a.m.-1 a.m. Sun.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri.-Sat., every 15 minutes

Oasis Cannabis Dispensary This 24-hour marijuana dispensary serves the community with quality cannabis products. 1800 Industrial Road, Suite 180,

Revere Golf Club Players of all skill levels are tested by 36 holes of championship golf set amid beautiful desert surroundings with views of the mountains and city. 2600

Weddings

21+. 702.420.2405

Hampton Road. 877.273.8373 or reveregolf.com

The Little Church of the West This famous chapel, a replica of an old mining town chapel, is listed in the National Historical Register. 4617 Las Vegas Blvd.

Planet 13 Quality medical and recreational cannabis.

548 W. Desert Inn Road, recreational 21+, medical 2 18+. 702.815.1313

Rio Secco This Rees Jones-designed course features six canyon, six arroyo and six level holes. This layout tests even the best. 7 02.777.2400 or riosecco.net

S. 702.739.7971

Transportation

Marriage Licenses Obtain your license before you head to the chapel. Don’t forget identification. 201 E. Clark

Limousine/Coach Rentals AWG 702.740.3434 Bell Trans 702.739.7990 Celebrity Coaches 702.736.6491 Fox Charter 702.597.0400 On Demand Sedan 702.688.7351 Presidential Limo 702.731.5577 Western Limousine 702.382.7100

Walters Golf Bali Hai Golf Club, a tropically themed golf course on the Las Vegas Strip and Royal Links Golf Club. For tee times, call 888.427.6678 or waltersgolf.com

In-Room Movies

Hospitality Network Watch a variety of Hollywood hits from the comfort of your hotel room. Ordering is

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Royal Wedding Chapel Celebrate your special day inside the retro Thunderbird Boutique Hotel, which offers edding three romantic venues for those nuptials. W packages starting at $99 plus fee, 1215 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.780.0555

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