2023-08-20 - Las Vegas Magazine

Q&A: Zoe Tan

Guy Fieri’s Flavortown

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America’s Got Talent

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Thrill Rides at The STRAT

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Summer Concert at Stadium Swim

EDM poolside fun PAGE 20

Dino Safari PAGE 21

Cheers

Get everything from a haircut to a signature cocktail at this hot spot PAGE 24

Your

Sir Winston PAGE 26 Nosh

Famous Foods Street Eats

Choose from more than a dozen stalls featuring authentic street food PAGE 28

Beyoncé photo by Carlijn Jacobs, Tournament of Kings cover (where applicable) by Erik Kabik/erikkabik.com Famous Foods Street Eats cover (where applicable) by Meg Blair, AREA15 cover (where applicable) by Christopher DeVargas

Publisher

KATIE DIXON

Associate Publisher

EMMA WOLFF

GREENSPUN MEDIA GROUP EDITORIAL

Editor KEN MILLER

Managing Editor NINA KING

Associate Editor KIKO MIYASATO

Editor at Large BROCK RADKE

Editorial Assistant EM JURBALA

ART

Art Director WESLEY GATBONTON

Graphic Designer CHRISTINA ROSE TRIMIDAL

Photographer

CHRISTOPHER DEVARGAS

CONTRIBUTORS

Photographers

Peter Harasty, Steve Marcus, Wade Vandervort

Writer

Matt Kelemen

ADVERTISING

Senior Advertising Managers MIKE MALL ADAIR NOWACKI SUE SRAN

Account Executives MC DIMAIN DEREK EIGE LAUREN JOHNSON ANNA ZYMANEK

Sales Executive Assistants APRIL MARTINEZ NANCY RAMOS

Caryl Lou Paayas

Publisher of Digital Media

Katie Horton

Web Content Specialist

Clayt Keefer

Vice President of Manufacturing

Maria Blondeaux

Production Manager

Blue Uyeda

Production Artist Marissa Maheras

Production Director Paul Huntsberry

Distribution Relations

Liaison

Jidan Shadowen

Route Administrator Kathy Strelau

Senior Traffic Coordinator Denise Arancibia

Traffic Coordinator Alex Haase

Fulfillment

Operations Manager Casandra Pierce

Let Us Entertain

This week’s issue of Las Vegas Magazine features an interview with Zoe Tan, the senior vice president of Neon Global, a company that brought the Strip attractions like The Hunger Games: The Exhibition at MGM Grand and Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. at Treasure Island (“Laws of Attractions,” p. 38). In speaking with editor at large Brock Radke, Tan remembers a time when she was a tourist here and had very limited options for entertainment. We’re happy to report that’s no longer the case! Everywhere you turn in Las Vegas, entertainment options abound. This week’s issue is jampacked with shows, concerts, attractions and so much more.

AREA15 has, in just a few short years, become one of Las Vegas’ premier attractions, an all-inone destination o ering world-class art, dining, entertainment, interactive installations and more. And more o erings are in the works (“2.0 and Beyond,” p. 34).

One of music’s greatest artists, Beyoncé, has launched her fi rst tour in more than six years, and she’s stopping by Allegiant Stadium for what should surely be one of this year’s entertainment highlights (“Sonic Spectacular,” p. 36 ).

One of the Strip’s longest-running shows, Tournament of Kings at Excalibur, continues to pack the house with families hungry for a little medieval merriment—and for good reason: It incorporates all the best elements of entertainment into one package. (“All-In-One Fun,” p. 40).

One of the best downtown party spots, Stadium Swim, launches its fi rst-ever After Dark Summer Concert this week. It’s sure to be a blast, featuring acts like The Knocks, Dos Lonely Boys and more (“At Sundown, It’s Party Time,” p. 20).

All this is a long way of saying: If you can’t fi nd entertainment, you’re doing Vegas wrong.

KEN MILLER

What to do in Las Vegas this week

Katie Dixon, Publisher

Sunday 20

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas

Get up close and personal with some of your favorite celebrities (in wax form). The attraction just unveiled its newest figure, Jack Harlow. Make sure to stop in The Hangover Bar. The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, madametussauds.com

Monday 21

Acoustic Breakfast at Hard Rock Cafe

Enjoy an incredible view of the Strip while you listen to live music by local artist Pat Genovese, eat eggs Benedict sliders and sip endless mimosas.

3771 Las Vegas Blvd. S., No. 120, hardrockcafe.com

Tuesday 22

Shopping at Resorts World Las Vegas

There’s nothing like a little retail therapy. Explore this property’s luxury boutiques and specialty stores, featuring everything from apparel and handbags to alcohol-infused candy. rwlasvegas.com

Aug. 20-26

Wednesday 23

The Range 702

If you’re looking for an adrenaline-filled experience, the largest indoor shooting range in Nevada is the place to go. Pro tip: Take advantage of the free shuttle service. 5999 Dean Martin Drive, therange702.com

Beyoncé photo by Mason Poole Acoustic Breakfast at Hard Rock Cafe photo courtesy of Hard Rock International

For Insider Tips go to lasvegasmagazine.com

Thursday 24

Bacchanal Buffet

In a city of outstanding buffets, this one, featuring more than 250 dishes, stands alone, and it just got better: Bacchanal is now offering brunch five days a week, and crab brunch is available Thursday through Monday. Caesars Palace, caesars.com

Friday 25

The Knocks at Stadium Swim After Dark One of the best venues for pool parties introduces the After Dark Summer Concert series in partnership with We The Beat. In addition to The Knocks, the show also features local Las Vegas artists, spirit tastings and more. Circa Resort & Casino, circalasvegas.com

Saturday 26

Beyoncé

The Queen has arrived: Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour, her first solo tour in more than six years, is finally making its way to Las Vegas this weekend. It’s the can’t-miss event of the week.

Allegiant Stadium, ticketmaster.com

Stadium Swim photo by Ryan Gobuty Shopping at Resorts World Las Vegas and Madame Tussauds Las Vegas courtesy photos

Photo by Christopher DeVargas

Wake Up to Wonderfulness

This brunch with a Latin American twist is a must

Delicious new things are happening at Chica. The Latin cuisine is a celebration of food that combines the traditional flavors found in countries across South America, including Venezuela, chef Lorena Garcia’s home country.

Garcia, the first Latin American female chef to open a restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip, shines the spotlight on bold flavors and rich traditions, including creations from her own family’s recipe books. The result is a menu packed with mouth-watering, depth-of-flavor dishes; and recently the restaurant has introduced even more deliciousness with a new weekend brunch menu.

A must-start order is Lorena’s arepa basket. The vessel is filled with little discs of goodness—various small arepas in flavors like beet, cilantro, black bean and cheese, served with a side of nata butter. Light and fluffy, these may have you fighting your tablemates over the last one.

Traditional breakfast dishes include a Latin twist on steak and eggs with the bistec con huevos, a 6-ounce strip loin, two eggs any style, papas bravas (breakfast potatoes) and a salsa criolla. (Let me just take a break here to mention that Chica’s papas bravas are some of the best you will ever taste in Las Vegas; you can order these as a side if it doesn’t come with your dish.) Another Latin twist on breakfast includes the

chorizo and arepa Benedict, housemade Mexican chorizo and poached eggs piled on to those little arepa discs and topped with guacamole and a jalapeño scallion espuma.

Fans of seafood during brunch can dig into the seafood arroz negro, a bounteous dish filled with grilled shrimp, squid ink sofrito rice, avocado, Oaxacan pasilla cream, pickled onions and lime. Or try the flavor-packed mezcal-cured salmon tostadas served with salted cured cactus, guacamole and uni creama.

For a sweet bite, order the strawberry guava waffle, cut into a few light and fluffy triangles and served with a cream cheese whipped cream, toasted pepitas and a side of tangy guava sauce for dipping—all these flavors pair perfectly.

The brunch menu here is packed, so the previously mentioned dishes can be followed with other selections like the wagyu quesa-birria tacos, charred poblano quesadilla, Yucatecan breakfast gorditas, buñelo donuts, dulce de leche French toast and roasted street corn.

Libations include bubbles by the bottle, fresh, hand-pressed juices and specialty cocktails such as the Espress Yourself with Don Julio reposado, cold brew, Licor 43, Frangelico and agave. –Kiko Miyasato

The Venetian, 702.805.8472

Photo by 50 Eggs

In the Business of Creating Taste Twists

Celebrity chef brings unique game-day eatery to the Strip

Whether you’re rooting for the Aces, the Raiders or the Golden Knights, there are plenty of screens to catch all your favorite Las Vegas sports teams at Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen . The recently opened hot spot at Horseshoe Las Vegas is covered in high-definition TVs and sports memorabilia, creating the perfect atmosphere to accompany its innovative menu of bar classics with Flavortown twists.

“Most people come into Vegas once a year, if they’re lucky,” Fieri said. “I think it’s my responsibility that when they come in, we give them the best experience we can.”

What makes a dining experience better than a shareable snack to whet your appetite? At Flavortown, the mayor has your back with Guy’s Awesome Pretzel Pull Apart, featuring baked pretzel bites with oozing pale ale fondue, provolone, maple-bacon aïoli, Parmesan and bacon dust. You can also chow down on the Outta Bounds Onion Loaf with crispy, pull-apart onion straws, bourbon brown sugar barbecue sauce, buttermilk ranch, jalapeños and scallions.

When it comes to mains, expect to have a hard time choosing. With two renditions of Fieri’s iconic Trash Can Nachos (one with cheeseburger

toppings and one with smoked brisket), and creative burgers like the Crispy Cheese, featuring a crispy cheese skirt and donkey sauce, there’s no shortage of great options.

If you favor lighter fare, the Watermelon Mezcal salad packs a refreshing punch with Santo Mezquila infused watermelon, tomato, cucumber, arugula, pepitas brittle and pickled watermelon, topped with crumbled cotija. For something more decadent, why not devour the “Do-Nut Try This At Home” donut burger, which is served on a homemade brioche donut.

Other inventive highlights include the Quesa-Birria Mexican “Pizza,” a cheese-crust quesadilla topped with braised beef and served with birria consomé, and the Winner Winner Chicken Dinner, which features crispy fried chicken, mac ’n’ cheese, and jalapeño cornbread. For vegetarians, the “Fun-Guy” sandwich makes for a meatless meal that packs umami flavor.

Imbibe with flavored margaritas and signature cocktails or indulge in the Triple Double Ice Cream Sandwiches to round out your meal with something sweet. –Em Jurbala

Horseshoe Las Vegas, 702.794.3139

Photo by Caesars Entertainment/Michael Rudin

Everything and More

This variety show checks all the boxes

It’s a question I’ve asked myself many, many times over the years, watching the ridiculously talented individuals who compete on America’s Got Talent: “Why aren’t more of these amazing people performing on the Strip?” Well, a few years ago, my prayers were answered in the form of America’s Got Talent Presents SUPERSTARS Live, a variety show that features a rotating lineup of some of the greatest AGT acts of all time under one roof.

While many shows are advertised as having something for everyone, this

show has truly delivered on that promise over the years.

Magic acts featured have included Dustin Tavella (the winner of his AGT season), Mervant Vera, who creates spontaneous raps to go along with his amazing sleight-of-hand illusions, and Léa Kyle, a quick-change artist who blew away judge Heidi Klum, getting a Golden Buzzer in the process.

Laughter comes courtesy of The Human Fountains, tuxedo-clad men who spit water in unison, not only into the air but occasionally each other’s mouths.

Acrobatic acts have included Duo Transcend, a husband and wife who keep each other suspended above the stage, and Aidan Bryant, who performs using props to propel himself in the air.

Singers of all styles have graced the stage, including Jimmie Herrod (whose rendition of “Tomorrow” made judge Simon Cowell reluctantly agree that it is a great song) and Kodi Lee (the winner of his AGT season), whose singing brings you to tears. –Ken Miller

Luxor, 702.262.4400

Photo by Christopher DeVargas

Photo by Christopher DeVargas

Can You Handle

It?

Test your limits hundreds of feet in the air with The STRAT’s thrill rides

“You must be high.” Whether or not you’ve ever heard that term in your day-to-day life, you’ll experience it when you head up to the observation deck at The STRAT for a little fun in the sun. At the top of the iconic tower at the hotel-resort are three thrill rides that will leave you feeling brave and bemused, dazed and confused, all at the same time.

The story of those amusement rides begins with the gala opening of The STRAT casino in 1996, where two rides were introduced: The Big Shot and the Let It Ride High roller coaster. 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.

Although the roller coaster closed in 2005, two other heart-pounding rides opened. The X-Scream actually emulates a roller coaster itself, as a car rolls back and forth on a piece on track. Of course, it’s not exactly the gentlest of motions, and it may just startle the heck out of you. And then, of course, 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 huge 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 Las Vegas, a controlled plummet all the way to the bottom, 855 feet down. Chicken out? You? No way. –Nina King

The STRAT, 702.380.7777

At Sundown, It’s Party Time

Circa Resort & Casino’s pool complex holds its first EDM bash

Party by the pool! At night! Stadium Swim launches its first-ever After Dark Summer Concert this Friday, Aug. 25.

Stadium Swim x WTB: After Dark Summer Concert welcomes guests to the massive pool complex to dance the night away and check out a lineup of EDM musical performances while enjoying various activations, cocktails and even a silent disco.

Presented by WTB (We The Beat, a music and concert collective) the roster includes DJ sets by The Knocks, Dos Lonely Boys, Z and Evan Durant

b2b Parra. The music doesn’t stop till midnight, and guests can move their feet on one of Stadium Swim’s multiple levels or book a cushy cabana to rest those tired toes.

Swimwear and swimming are encouraged in one of Stadium’s six pools—and don’t miss the visuals that fill the 143-foot-tall screen that towers over the whole complex. The entire space is being transformed into an immersive EDM-festival-like environment and include highlights like retail opportunities that includes suits from Jobee

swimwear. Cointreau and Casamigos tequila are offering drink samplings, and inside the Owner’s Suite guests can don headphones and quietly move to the sounds of a silent disco.

Visit Circa’s website to purchase tickets, which are $15 presale and $20 on the day of. Guests must be 21+ to attend. Guests of Circa, The D and Golden Gate can get in free by showing a room key. –Kiko Miyasato

Circa Resort & Casino, 702.247.2258

Popping Into Prehistory

Interactive exhibit brings dinosaurs to animatronic life

I’d be willing to bet that I am not alone in wishing I lived in a world where I could visit an island theme park full of prehistoric critters, brought to life by scientists who extracted prehistoric DNA from a preserved mosquito—even though a certain film would warn against such endeavors. Luckily, Imagine Exhibitions brought the next best thing to Las Vegas with Dino Safari: A Walk Thru Adventure, which puts these magnificent beasts on display without the risk of Stone-

Aged strays running amok on the casino floor.

The exhibit houses more than 30 dinosaurs, brought to life in animatronic form and accompanied by insightful scientific information, interactive elements and immersive settings. You’ll see dinos from each continent and all your favorites, like the T. rex and the Spinosaurus. One installation even features Nevada’s own Nevadadromeus, a recently discovered dinosaur native to this very region.

Dino Safari is a perfect outing for families. Visitors will receive a passport to Pangea, where they can mark which continents they’ve visited and what materials they’ve studied. (As a bonus, there’s a pretty sweet coloring page in the back.) A mid-exhibit jungle gym provides a perfect place for young paleontologists that have some excess energy. –

Em Jurbala

Horseshoe Las Vegas, dinosafari.com

Photo by Christopher DeVargas

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Primp, Drink and Party

A barbershop fronts for one seriously cool speakeasy

Tucked away into a corner off the casino floor of The Cosmopolitan is a spot that is so much more than what it appears. You’ll first come across a petite space designed in the classic barbershop style. Three chairs await those looking for a range of services: hot towel shaves, haircuts and more. But that’s only the beginning at The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails

“You get your drink, you can sit back and shoot the s**t with the barbers,” said Nick Karel, head barber and manager. It’s a very friendly shop.” Appointments are booked every 45 minutes, and reservations are highly suggested.

But when the sun starts to set, groups of people start making their way inside the barbershop and

Tips/Insider Knowledge

Your barbershop appointment comes with a complimentary cocktail from the speakeasy.

Karaoke is backed by a live band— it’s your chance to be a rock star!

Along with bottle service, wines and craft beers, the speakeasy offers high-end, fine brown spirits including Midleton, Macallan, Eagle Rare and Pappy Van Winkle.

Photos by Christopher DeVargas

heading into the janitor’s closet. Once inside the janitor’s closet, a slit slides open on a door, words are exchanged and admission is granted inside the barbershop’s hidden gem, a speakeasy.

A completely different world from the shop is revealed—a large, dark, seductive space with classy Prohibition-era décor. A large bar, several sofas and table seating and a stage help set the scene for nights of live music and original craft cocktails.

“There’s nothing like the Barbershop in Las Vegas,” said lead mixologist Tony Arnone. “It’s the epitome of whiskey and rock ’n’ roll.”

Speaking of rock ’n’ roll, enjoy live music seven days a week, not to mention a lineup of musical artists that occasionally stop by and hop onstage to join the band. (Past surprise performances have included Machine Gun Kelly, Zac Brown, Anderson.Paak, Bruno Mars and Gavin DeGraw.)

When it comes to cocktails, “The beverage program here is based on modern, classic-era cocktails with original recipes that are focused around bourbon and Scotch,” said Arnone. “I put so much passion and love into the all the cocktails that I create.”

Try the Six String Sling, with a Suntory Toki Japanese whiskey base and a housemade passion fruit and cherry ice pop, and the Moustache Ride with Teeling whiskey, Cherry Heering, vanilla orgeat and Guinness and topped with Johnnie Walker Black Label Islay Scotch. “If you’re looking for something different with a nice velvety texture and mouth-feel and elements of malty chocolatiness but also with a dash of smoke, I would highly recommend it,” Arnone said. –Kiko Miyasato

The Cosmopolitan, thebarbershoplv.com

Moustache Ride

Six String Sling

Friends With Benefits

Sir Winston

All hail the doggie of Westgate Las Vegas!

This National Dog Day (Aug. 26), there’s a very important furry friend and local celebrity that we’re celebrating: Say hello to Sir Winston of Westgate Las Vegas. The 4 1/2-year-old West Highland White Terrier first arrived on property at just a few months old.

“We found Winston in a pet shop in South Carolina in 2018, when he was just 10 weeks old,” says his caretaker and adopted father, Owen Parmele. “He boarded a flight and he arrived (in Las Vegas) and walked out of his cage like, ‘Here I am!’”

Parmele, who then worked as the executive director of retail operations at Westgate and has since retired, brought Winston to work every day so Winston could learn the ropes and serve as the property’s mascot and friend to everyone—often appearing at employee events and representing the hotel around the city at various events.

“When it’s time to go to work, Winston sits on the armrest of my SUV on the drive to Westgate,” Parmele says. “He knows where we’re going. He gets excited when he sees the hotel.”

• Product • Sir Winston of Westgate merchandise

Grab your piece of Sir Winston of Westgate by stopping by the property’s Westgate gift shop. There you will find Sir Winston-branded merchandise like T-shirts for both adults and kids, tote bags, accessories, tchotchkes, and even plush toy versions of Sir Winston. –KM

Away from his official duties, Winston shares a home with his two brothers and sister, he loves his Pup-Peroni treats, and he helps look after the foster fur babies that his dad takes in.

“He is just a normal, crazy dog at home,” Parmele says. “But when Winston comes to the hotel, he puts on his hotel face. When he comes to the hotel, it’s all business for him. I trained him to be friendly, not afraid of people and welcoming to everyone. He’s a joy to everyone. He knows he’s here to represent the Westgate.” –Kiko

Miyasato

Benefit Every Friday from 3-4 p.m. in the hotel lobby, you can meet and take pictures with Sir Winston for free.

Famous Foods Street Eats captures the best of multiple global cuisines

By Nina King

Center Bar

AVOID THE FIGHT that’s sure to come when it’s time to choose where to eat. No tussles over sushi or barbecue, noodles or duck; when you eat at Famous Foods Street Eats you can have it all.

The 24,000-square-foot Resorts

World Las Vegas food hall opened with the property in 2021, and helped solidify a burgeoning food hall scene in Las Vegas. Famous Foods is set off with a cobblestoned “street” leading along an expansive, loose U-shaped area, with the stalls ranged up and down the U, and across from it, near the casino. A wall of windows opposite allows natural light to pour into the hall across multiple seating areas.

The food hall channels street cuisines from across the globe, with an emphasis on Asian cuisine, from Chinese to Malaysian. Many menus were designed by established names in the global food arena, from Bib Gourmand and Michelin Plate concepts to James Beard Awardwinning chef Marcus Samuelsson. Since opening, several new food experiences have been added to the hall.

For cocktails, in the very center is the circular Famous Foods Center Bar, which is accented by colorful neon signs advertising wines, cocktails and spirits, with bar seating and TVs surrounding it, making for a cool hang during the day or night. There’s also a speakeasy, Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den , in the form of a gift shop with a hidden entrance to the nightlife venue. Plus, different drinks are available at multiple stalls.

Some of the more celebrated offerings include Kuru Kuru Pa from DJ Steve Aoki and his restaurateur brother Kevin Aoki (the Aokis’ father was behind the creation of Benihana). This Japanese, anime-inspired stall features a Snake River Farms wagyu bowl, kimchi, and the Chibi chicken bowl. Check out the screen touting The Yakitori Adventures of Chibi Aoki next to the menu board.

Get Samuelsson’s famous hot and spicy fried chicken and wings at Streetbird . The stall also offers Impossible’s chicken nuggets, giving

Streetbird

vegans a hearty snack to dip in signature sauces.

Pepita’s Kitchen comes courtesy of the Lechon Diva, Dedet de la Fuente, who is known in the Philippines for suckling pig creations. That influence shines here, where you see the suckling pig prominently on display in the corner stall. The lechon and truffled rice includes fire-roasted pork, shitake and truffle rice along with the crispy skin.

Zouk Group’s popular Resorts World restaurant, FUHU, is also represented with Fuhu Shack , serving roast Peking duck, in bowl-, taco- and burritostyle. Nearby is a sit-down restaurant, Cha Chaan Teng , with an extensive menu from several Asian cuisines like Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese, and includes dim sum, shrimp har gow, congee, noodle soup, and a whole crispy Peking duck.

At Nori Bar Sushi, Sake & Handroll , there’s a long sushi bar providing plenty of seating for watching the chefs, with made-toorder handrolls and sashimi. You can also order sakes, matcha, seasonal tea and Japanese beer. One of the best things are the roll sets, starting at only $23.

What else? There’s so much, like Boon Tong Kee. You’ll find decades-old recipe Singapore chicken rice, with chicken on a bed of flavorful chicken broth-infused rice.

Googgle Man’s Char Kuey Teow serves up egg and rice noodles stir-fried with seafood and vegetables on charcoal-fired stoves. Burger Barn

by Famous Foods Street Eats serves American staples like the cheeseburger, but also the Lucky Tiger Burger, with teriyaki sauce, tobanjan slaw, cheese and kimchi mayonnaise.

A newer offering is Han’s Fish & Chips, where you can get a plate of the traditional U.K. dishes with cod or haddock and fries, or get it tucked in a bun. And yes, malt vinegar comes with it. For Thai flavor, visit Ten Suns Braised Beef, a Bangkok eatery that earned Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand recognition, and serves up egg noodles in beef broth, with brisket or steak options.

Geylang Claypot Rice is a decadesold Singaporean restaurant that has earned a Michelin Plate award. You’ll find beef and chicken options, with ingredients like salted cod, preserved cabbage, poached eggs and more, plus a vegetarian one, too, with maitake mushrooms, peppers and onion yu choy and a vegan oyster sauce.

Want more? Hara Juku Ramen features the Build-A-Ramen with basic broth and noodles. Choose from a list of classic and inventive ramen addins. Wu Zhang Artisan Noodles has

702.676.7000

Fuhu Shack

Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den

hand-pulled thin noodles with minced pork gravy, while next door at Ah Chun Shandong Dumpling (a 2020 Bib Gormand choice), get jiaozi dumplings, and pan-fried bao. There’s a vegetarian option, here, too.

Blood Bros Texas Barbecue hails from Houston, with brisket and pulled pork, roasted jalapeño creamed corn, and potato salad. But there’s Asian influence, here, too, with shichimi

togarashi dusted turkey breast and brisket fried rice.

Two new installations, Michos Tacos and Tiger Sugar, along with kiosks offering cups and figurines and other small items, sit on the casino side of Famous Foods, and add to the “street” feel (order at the kiosks here). Michos Tacos offers aguas frescas, micheladas, street tacos and combo plates with different proteins, and a plate of “super

A cashless ordering experience provides a handy way to order from the stalls, and also seems like a great way to mitigate long lines.

Alongside each stall is a flag corresponding to the origin of the cuisine.

nachos.” Tiger Sugar is famous for its brown sugar milk tea, and you can get a crazy amount of tea variations!

A little farther back in the food court is the large circular dessert stall, Sweet Eats, with an enormous illuminated lucky cat floating overhead. Depending on the day, you’ll find flavored ice, cakes, and custom-dipped candy apples. It’s the perfect ending to a meal, or, even better, perfect all on its own.

images by Meg Blair

Kuru Kuru Pa

Pepita’s Kitchen

Sweet Eats

Blood Bros Texas Barbecue

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The addition of 200-person venue space The Wall to AREA15 has pushed the immersive-experience destination’s programming into uncharted territory. There is enough to see, hear, dine on and drink any time during

opening hours, but AREA15 now hosts weekend DJ massives in both projection-mapping venue The Portal and The Wall, as well as bands such as Man or Astro-man? at the latter. Man or Astro-man? would be one a

slew of live music options if booked into a live venue on the Strip. Playing a Sunday evening at The Wall makes a Las Vegas tour stop special. The growth of AREA15 is hardly slowing, though. Soon there will be an AREA15 District with more options such as indoor skydiving, and Universal Parks and Resorts has chosen AREA15 as the site for 20 acres of even more mind-blowing experiences.

AREA15 is on a mission to become the experiential center of the world

Matt Kelemen

Photo by Laurent Velazquez

Considering the intellectual property archives of Universal, the possibilities are staggering. “The footprint of AREA15, along with the tenants, is going to double,” says AREA15 COO Dan Pelson. “We believe and we’re confident that AREA15 and this District, with our partners and our own businesses, will be the biggest experiential hub in the world.”

The common thread among the experiences is mind-blowfulness. When Pelson and his colleagues consider a new feature for AREA15, they ask themselves, “Is it mind-blowing?”

The latest a rmative answer to that question led to the opening of Kaia Handroll, a sushi restaurant with a “vibrant, modern take” on traditional Japanese tastes and techniques.

Kaia (“of the sea”) is helmed by head chef Joseph Soto and sous chefs Juan Laguana and Christopher Soldivieri, who serve up lobster tru e,

blue crab and bluefin tuna rolls in an atmosphere that draws upon a water theme, art and augmented reality to distinguish itself. It takes its place in a dining portfolio that includes The Beast by Todd English, Lumin Café by Elizabeth Blau at cinematic venue Illuminarium and Lost Spirits Distillery.

Lost Spirits is the big dog of libation destinations that includes Oddwood Bar, The Asylum Bar + Arcade and Datamosh inside Omega Mart. Omega Mart must be experienced to be believed. It seems like a surreal grocery store at first, but hidden passages lead to an inner world of art installations, interactive tech and conspiracy theories.

Attractions Alley, “a carnival midway for the digital age,” may be new to returning guests who come for outdoor events in the A-Lot, dress-up DJ events at the Portal or high-altitude attractions like Lifto . Meditative minds might enjoy Frequency

Breathing during the day, or the 8 p.m. magic show Smokus Pocus

There just isn’t enough time to fully explore AREA15’s o erings in one visit. “There’s so much e ort going on here that we believe when we’re done no one will be competing with Las Vegas when it comes to this,” says Pelson. “This is going to be at the center of Las Vegas and the center of the world when it comes to experiential.”

Lifto

Oddwood Bar

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is arguably the most spectacular concert tour ever undertaken by any entertainer. Inarguably, the bar has been raised, and any usurpers to Queen Bey’s throne would have to possess her arsenal of vocal and dance abilities, beauty, discipline, stamina, sensuality, vision, design aesthetics, fashion sense, business savvy and complete command of the stage, let alone her universe. Her empowerment energy electrifies the air. No one else is likely to come close to having as fervent a

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following for a generation. There’s only room for one Madonna-level superstar at a time, and Beyoncé’s time is now. Demand for tickets for the initial dates in North America and Europe caused systems to crash and led to the scheduling of additional dates.

Reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. Rather than sprinkle a few new songs among two-and-a-half hours of greatest hits, she performs Renaissance practically in its entirety interspersed with catalog cuts during a marathon multiact, multithemed musical marvel. The show is divided into acts with Beyoncé’s ensembles thematically in sync with set designs by London-based Stufish (U2 and Rolling Stones, among others).

Beyoncé’s artistic development has been public and prolific. Her critically acclaimed 2016 release Lemonade was conceived as a visual album,

an approach she applied to her 2020 Disney+ project Black Is King. Her Lion King-inspired tribute to African heritage and black empowerment was like her post-graduate work after her triumphant homage to the drum corps culture of historically black universities at Coachella in 2017, where she demonstrated she had the sensibilities of an A-list Broadway producer.

7 p.m. Aug. 26, starting at $178 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

army as director and producer, and her BeyGOOD philanthropic initiative benefits marginalized and underserved communities surrounding every tour stop, as well as scholarship funds to the tune of $1 million.

With Renaissance, she raised the bar even further. Dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community, as is the tour, it’s an odyssey of dancefloor music with strong flavors of deep house in cuts like No. 1 single “Break My Soul.” Beyoncé possesses a powerhouse upper register and a mastery of melisma, but the warmth of her vocals when she inhabits her lower register elevates Renaissance to a transcendent sonic experience.

Her first solo tour in six years would have to be majestic and monumental. Rehearsals were held in a French stadium before the first show on May 10 in Stockholm. She oversees a small

Having Ti any & Co. on board as the tour’s o cial jeweler enables Beyoncé to add further bedazzlement to a dazzling wardrobe curated by stylist Shiona Turini. From custom Alexander McQueen couture to a dress by Japan’s Anrealage that is color-responsive to UV light, Beyonce’s Renaissance fashions have been and are being well-documented on Instagram. And it’s no secret that she rides a sparkly steed inspired by the glass horse on the Renaissance album cover during one of many climactic points in the show. She makes it all look e ortless. It’s not. Beyoncé is peaking right now, artistically and physically. The only place to go next is in a minimalist, intimate direction. For now, in the moment, Queen Bey is busy making history.

By MattKelemen

is making history with her 'Renaissance World Tour' extravaganza

Talking with Zoe Tan, the woman behind Avengers and Hunger Games exhibits

Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. at Treasure Island and The Hunger Games: The Exhibition at MGM Grand are two of the most popular interactive, family-friendly attractions along the Las Vegas Strip. And these immersive experiences are not beloved just because of the famed filmed franchises that inspired them; there’s a lot to explore, see and do at each exhibition. Here’s some exciting news for fans: Zoe Tan, senior vice president of Neon Global, the parent company that develops these and other attractions, says new projects are in the works and coming soon to Las Vegas.

What has it been like for you to work on these exciting attractions?

I’ve been working on this for 10-plus

years. The company I started with, Victory Hill, was acquired by Neon Global in 2019, and we had started o in New York City in Times Square and slowly expanded. The original legacy set from (Times Square) is the one sitting now in Las Vegas at Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N., so that’s close to our hearts because it has a lot of legacy artifacts from the first Avengers series.

How important is Las Vegas to the company’s growth?

Las Vegas continues to expand at such a rapid pace, and for us, we have a few strategic markets—London is another, Singapore, and Australia and Japan— that we’ve singled out that have a huge tourism base and a huge demand

for attractions and entertainment. Las Vegas is probably the one that shines through above all because along that short five miles of the Strip, you have all these top attractions and developers, all within a small radius. That’s why we feel like we can bring some new blood to Las Vegas, where there’s a lot of entertainment at night, nice dinners and shows and nightclubs. We see a demand for daytime entertainment, and that’s where we fit in.

What other factors make your attractions such unique experiences in Las Vegas?

Our attractions can be a quick in-andout experience, you can spend an hour

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The Hunger Games: The Exhibition photo by Wade Vandervort Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. photo by Christopher DeVargas

Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N.

and take a look at the artifacts and be immersed in our stories and find that connection with the films you’ve watched for the past 10 years, then you’re done, and you can move on to your next Las Vegas (destination). That’s really our business model. When I was a tourist in Las Vegas, I struggled to find things to do in the day other than go shopping or sit by the pool, but when you’re in Las Vegas, you still want to be entertained.

Can you talk about the creative process behind taking these very recognizable movie properties and piecing together memorable, interactive experiences?

One thing at the core for our creative team is how do we set ourselves apart from other so-called “immersive” experiences. That word is a tad bit overused; not all experiences are

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truly immersive. We like to use a combination of elements, including cutting-edge technology, to allow you to feel like you’re walking through a movie set and you can become part of the story. And we do the research when it comes to our consumers to better understand what they resonate with most when it comes to those stories. Using Hunger Games as the example, we all know when we (think of) that, we think of archery, Katniss with her bow and arrow. So, we worked day and night to build this archery experience for The Hunger Games: The Exhibition, and it cost a heavy sum of money.

What can you say about the next projects?

The

It’s been an interesting journey for us in Las Vegas and we have a lot of focus here in terms of what we want to do to expand. By 2024, you’ll see a series of new products opening up and a series of exciting announcements. We haven’t announced it yet, but there’s quite a significant change coming at Treasure Island, and we’re also securing a new venue right in the middle of the Strip. Stay tuned.

The Hunger Games: The Exhibition

ooking for something to do in Las Vegas but can’t decide whether you want to see theater, sports or engage in some audience participation? Or maybe you just want a nice meal? At Tournament of Kings, you can do all the above. It’s one of the longest-running shows on the Strip, is open to all ages, and truly has something for everyone:

‘Tournament of Kings’ combines the best parts of entertainment into one show

By Ken Miller

Theater. This show can be seen as a straightforward coming-of-age tale at the time of King Arthur, complete with a larger-thanlife villain and good overcoming evil; Sports. You will get to see a “competition” between several different countries—Austria, France, Hungary, Ireland, Sweden, Spain and Romania—complete with jousting, javelin tossing, a race and more, most featuring some of the most well-trained horses you’ll ever seen (all of which live on-property in 19 stalls); Audience participation. You and your family will be seated in one of the different country’s sections, all different colors so you can easily tell one from another. As the proceedings unfold, you root for your country by banging on your tables, raising your hands and shouting “Huzzah!” (You are coached on this beforehand). You will be surprised how quickly you really get into the various events. The outcomes might be scripted, but it never feels that way;

A nice meal. Every attendee receives a meal that can be eaten without the use of flatware: a Cornish game hen, potatoes, seasonal vegetables and a dinner roll (menus will be adjusted for vegans, kids, gluten allergies and more). Adults can enjoy a cocktail or a beer— and yes, you can request flatware if you really need it.

And while the show has more or less remained the same from its inception in 1990, a recent change has dramatically changed the experience—the lighting has been updated to LED, allowing the behind-the-scenes crew to adjust the atmosphere dramatically. For instance, when the country of Ireland is announced, the room is flooded with green light. It truly adds an element of personality to the country you’re rooting for—and booing against. Richard Sherman, director of entertainment for Excalibur and Tournament of Kings, told Las Vegas Magazine recently that the show truly stands alone in the pantheon of Strip entertainment. “We like to call this show the ‘crown jewel of our castle,’” Sherman says. “If you have younger kids and you’re looking for a family outing, this is an excellent thing to do. It’s also a great show for people that are celebrating anniversaries. We’ve done a number of proposals here. It’s a way to get out and do something with your friends and be loud and root for something and see something that you don’t get to see every day.”

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You Can Have It All

Community offers luxurious lakeside lifestyle

The Lakes in Las Vegas is a lovely stretch of homes in the western part of the city, with the 30-acre Lake Sahara acting as the centerpiece for more than 4,000 homes spread across two square miles. The master-planned community sports plenty of walking trails, mature green-

belts and proximity to the Spring Mountains and Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area. And a home has just become available in Northshore Estates, one of The Lakes’ most prestigious communities (only five homes!), which features plenty of room for the largest of families.

This 10,941-square-foot, two story estate, listed by Julian Crider of IS LUXURY, features six bedrooms, 10 bathrooms and a three-car garage, all contained in an immaculate package that will have your guests oohing and aahing at its curb appeal—a semi-circular driveway

leads you into a designer porte cochere entryway, all surrounded with lush, mature landscaping.

As you pass through the home’s wrought-iron double doors, you’ll be instantly struck by a grand foyer. Walking through, you’ll notice highlights like marble flooring, custom detailing, modern fixtures and lots of natural light, thanks to the large windows throughout.

Those highlights continue in areas like the primary living area,

finished in premium marble and hardwood, and the gourmet kitchen, featuring a large island, granite countertops, two dishwashers, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and a wine cooler. Elsewhere, you’ll find a game room, gym, theater, two separate bar areas and a sauna. All bedrooms in this home have ample closet space, not to mention tray ceilings.

As impressive as the interior is, wait until you see the backyard. It’s truly a private oasis, featuring an

infinity pool and hot tub, covered patio, fire pit, television and full custom outdoor kitchen. But what really sets this home apart from others is access to a secluded lake, complete with deck and boat. (This particular community hosts monthly music and other events on the lake.) –

Ken Miller

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Entertainment

Comedy

Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club The comedy star brings his signature sense of humor to the Strip, where he occasionally headlines along with other comedians. MGM Grand, 21+, bradgarrettcomedy.com

Carrot Top High-energy, rock ’n’ roll comedy show uses strobe lights, props, smoke machines and thunderous rock music. He uses an 18-wheeler to haul the props around, and uses about 200 of them in each performance. Luxor, 16+, 702.262.4400

Comedy Cellar The iconic New York City club brings its unique atmosphere and quality stand-up to Vegas. Rio, 702.777.2782

Gordie Brown Combining master impersonations with comedy and song, Brown’s take-offs include Clint Eastwood, Garry Shandling, Robert De Niro and more. Golden Nugget, ticketmaster.com

Hyprov: Improv Under Hypnosis Enjoy a new take on interactive comedy with this fusion of improv and hypnosis. Harrah’s, hyprov.com

Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club Catch renowned comedians and up-and-coming stand-ups in a club designed and curated by hometown hero Jimmy Kimmel. The Linq Promenade, 855.234.7469

Jew Man Group Celebrating talented comics like Don Rickles, Billy Crystal and Mel Brooks, this light-hearted musical parody pays tribute to the days of Borscht Belt comics. Tuscany Suites & Casino, 18+, jewmangroup.com

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

Laugh Factory In the Vegas outpost of the legendary Hollywood club, delight in the hilarious observations of world-class comedians. Tropicana Las Vegas, 18+, 702.739.2411

Nicole Byer The Cosmopolitan, 8 p.m. Aug. 26, starting at $17.89 plus tax and fee. 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. Don’t be surprised if you get called up onstage, by the way. Harrah’s, 702.777.2782

Vegas Stand Up & Rock Bringing comedy and music to the same stage, this venue boasts a rotating lineup of talented, funny artists. OYO Hotel and Casino, lvstandup.com

Westgate’s Comedy Cabaret Enjoy the talents of some of the top names in stand-up. Westgate Las Vegas, westgateresorts.com

Concerts

The B-52s The Venetian, 8:30 p.m. Aug. 25-26, 30, Sept. 2-3, starting at $49.50 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Barry Manilow: The Hits Come Home Fanilows unite! Manilow takes the Las Vegas stage to perform your favorite hits. Westgate Las Vegas, 5+, westgateresorts.com

Belinda Carlisle Mandalay Bay, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22, starting at $42.50 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Beyoncé Allegiant Stadium, 7 p.m. Aug. 26, starting at $178 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Bruno Mars Dolby Live, 9 p.m. Aug. 25-26, starting at $99.50 plus tax and fee. axs.com

Carrie Underwood: Reflection: The Las Vegas Residency The three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year brings her talents to the Strip. Resorts World Las Vegas, axs.com

Duran Duran T-Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. Aug. 26, starting at $49 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Erika Jayne: Bet It All On Blonde Catch your favorite Real Housewife turned pop star in her glitzy Vegas residency. Mandalay Bay, ticketmaster.com

Garth Brooks/Plus ONE The country music singer and songwriter wows with hits, unique performances, special guests and surprises that practically mandate return visits. Caesars Palace, ticketmaster.com

Godsmack and Staind Planet Hollywood Resort, 8 p.m. Aug. 26, starting at $49 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee headlines in this intimate venue. Mandalay Bay. 702.632.7600

Junior H Planet Hollywood Resort, 8 p.m. Aug. 25, starting at $41 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Katy Perry: Play Get ready to dance, sing and enjoy the global pop superstar’s hit music and over-the-top production. Resorts World Las Vegas, axs.com

Keith Urban: The Las Vegas Residency The award-winning superstar takes the stage with hits like “Blue Ain’t Your Color” and “Somebody Like You.” A fourtime Grammy winner and 15-time ACM award winner, Urban brings talented vocals and guitar playing that you can’t miss. Planet Hollywood Resort, ticketmaster.com

Lamb of God Palms, 7 p.m. Aug. 25, starting at $41 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

Go Back in Time

Retro by Voltaggio (Mandalay Bay, 702.632.7401) is the place to be Aug. 25 for Summer Prom Night, with a live ’80s cover band, dance floor, Jungle Juice punch bowl and a prom king and queen coronation. Nosh on deviled eggs, mini pepperoni rolls, beef pot roast and more. –Ken Miller

Authentic and Delicious

You may be in Vegas, but for a real taste of the East Coast, head to Brooklyn’s Best Pizza & Pasta (241 W. Charleston Blvd., 702.445.4645 ), where the “quality over quantity” philosophy ranges from pizzas like Grandma’s Pie to oven-baked pastas like lasagna and cheese ravioli. –Ken Miller

Retro by Voltaggio photo by Anthony Mair Brooklyn’s Best Pizza & Pasta courtesy photo

Luke Bryan: Vegas Kick the dust up with the five-time entertainer of the year as he plays his country hits. Resorts World Las Vegas, axs.com

Maroon 5: The Las Vegas Residency Award-winning pop group Maroon 5 brings its greatest hits to Las Vegas. Park MGM, ticketmaster.com

Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency The Queen of Modern Country plays her greatest hits as she takes you on a musical journey. Planet Hollywood Resort, ticketmaster.com

Raiding the Rock Vault Classic rock hits get an authentic touch thanks to ensemble performances by current or former members of Whitesnake, Bon Jovi, Heart, Survivor, REO Speedwagon, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy, and more. Hard Rock Café, 5+, 702.777.2782

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

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 Las Vegas, 5+, ticketmaster.com

Usher: My Way—The Vegas Residency Playing favored throwback hits and new R&B hits, Usher hits the Strip with smooth moves and stylish singing. Park MGM, ticketmaster.com

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, amazing life. Flamingo, ticketmaster.com

Weekends With Adele Hello from the Colosseum! Enjoy the English songstress’ beloved ballads and pop tunes. Caesars Palace, 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, live music and video. Think of it as a rock concert combined with a magic show. Planet Hollywood Resort, 702.777.2782

David Copperfield The world-famous illusionist has walked through the Great Wall of China and made the Statue of Liberty disappear. Expect his Vegas show to be filled with both sleight of hand and his renowned grand illusions. This is a show that will both astound you and tug at your heart strings. MGM Grand, 5+, 702.891.1111

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, 5+, westgateresorts.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

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. This show is fun for the entire family! The Linq, ticketmaster.com

Murray the Magician The comedy magician, who’s made appearances on shows like Pawn Stars, is adept at pranking the audience with family-friendly illusions. Tropicana, 3+, ticketmaster.com

Theater

Absinthe Perhaps the world’s sexiest adult-themed circus, right to the Strip! Be mesmerized as exotic burlesque, vaudeville and circus acts unfold. Caesars Palace, 18+, spiegelworld.com or 702.534.3419

America’s Got Talent Presents SUPERSTARS

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 from beginning to culmination Rio, 4+, 702.777.2782

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, 8+, 702.777.2782

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 nothing short of poetic. The Mirage, 5+, 800.963.9634

Smokus Pocus Be high–ly entertained with this cannabis-themed magic show by illusionist Ben Zabin. 21+, AREA15, smokuspocus.com

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: The Strip’s Sexiest Tease 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

ROUGE Get naughty at this coed erotic show, featuring acrobats, aerialists, comedians and more. The STRAT, 18+. tickets.thestrat.com

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

BattleBots: Destruct-A-Thon You’ve seen the TV show—now see the metal machine melee live and in person! All your favorite competitors will be there. Caesars Entertainment Studios at Horseshoe Las Vegas, ticketmaster.com

Las Vegas Lights FC vs. Phoenix Rising FC Cashman Field , 7:30 p.m. Aug. 26, starting at $15 plus tax and fee. lasvegaslightsfc.com

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, 702.534.3419

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

Drag Brunch Enjoy some of the most well-known female impersonators around while delving into a buffet-style brunch. Treasure Island, 702.337.7577

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, ticketmaster.com

Jabbawockeez Take a trip through decades of music styles—everything from swing to Wu-Tang Clan—while enjoying some of the most amazing dance moves you’ll ever see. MGM Grand, 702.891.1111

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, 702.891.1111

iLuminate Incredible dance moves are combined with state-of-the-art technology for an exhilarating evening of entertainment. The STRAT, 5+. 702.380.7711

Mad Apple Inspired by the excitement of New York City nightlife, Cirque du Soleil delivers a dynamic production with comedians and magicians alongside its iconic acrobatic and dance acts. New York-New York, 866.606.7111

Menopause The Musical When four women of a certain age meet in a lingerie section of a department store, there’s a lack of estrogen, but there’s no shortage of laughs. Parodies of pop hits from the ’60s and ’70s leave no symptom of The Change ignored. Harrah’s, 702.777.2782

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, 702.632.7580

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 is an accomplishment of many feats. The centerpiece of the show 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

OPM This wild, silly and sexy variety show takes you on a ride through space, enjoying acts ranging from a plate-spinner and bubble blowers to balance acts that defy gravity. The Cosmopolitan, 18+, spiegelworld.com

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. Horseshoe Las Vegas, 855.234.7469

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

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 and the lovable Emma Taylor. He’s also a talented singer and celebrity impersonator. New York-New York, 866.606.7111

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 and defy imagination in a 180-degree setting with holograms and finalists from America’s Got Talent! Rio, 4+, 702.777.2782

Tributes

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

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 moves. Tropicana Las Vegas, ticketmaster.com

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 Red Corvette.” Tropicana Las Vegas, 800.829.9034

The Rat Pack is Back Frank, Sammy and Dean—if you like the music of The Rat Pack then you’ll love this tribute show, which captures their hits. Tuscany Suites & Casino, 702.893.8933

Spice Wannabe—The Spice Girls Tribute

They know what you want. What you really, really want. Blast back to the past with this ’90s throwback tribute to the best-selling girl group of all time. Excalibur, excalibur.mgmresorts.com

Dining

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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 Italian favorites such as eggplant Parmigiana and linguini with chopped clams. 4041 Linq Lane. 702.732.1424 $$$

Buca di Beppo Family-style items such as spaghetti with meatballs and veal saltimbocca 412 E. Flamingo Road, 702.866.2867 & 7690 W. Lake Mead Blvd. 702.363.6524 $$

Brooklyn’s Best Pizza & Pasta The family-style pizzas are superb, but don’t sleep on menu items like fried calamari and ravioli, hero sandwiches and fully loaded burgers. 241 W. Charleston Blvd. 702.445.4645 $

Dick’s Last Resort Sassy service, outlandish decor and giant portions. Some people come here just to be insulted by the staff! 3200 Las Vegas Blvd., Suite D700, 702.479.1266 $$

Hard Rock Cafe Everything from live music to casual American dining, plus a cool gift shop. And check out the music memorabilia and history throughout. 3771 Las Vegas Blvd. S., No. 120, 702.733.7625 $$

Ocean Prime Enjoy seafood, prime cuts of steak and signature cocktails in this elegant fourthfloor eatery with great views. 3716 Las Vegas Blvd. S. ocean-prime.com $$$$

The Pepper Club Chef Todd English serves a fresh culinary vision at this Japanese-Mediterranean fusion spot. 921 S. Main St. 725.228.2393 $$$

Trece This greenhouse restaurant serves an eclectic array of menu items, with an emphasis on Mexican-inspired cuisine. 2548 W. Desert Inn Road No. 105110. 702.665.6701 $$

Ahern Hotel

Aroma Barista Bar Snack on freshly baked pastries and breads or fill up with a sandwich alongside your coffee.

725.214.4800 $

Joel’s Chophouse Enjoy steaks and classic American fare in a casual dining room. 725.214.4950 $$

Ottimo Gourmet Kitchen & Pizzeria Serving up New York-style pizza and various housemade pasta. 725.214.4800 $

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 $$$

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 $$$

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 $$$$

Cathédrale Expect decadent French-Mediterranean cuisine from the Las Vegas outpost of this New York City favorite. cathedralerestaurant.com $$$

Din Tai Fung World-renowned noodle and dumpling house specializes in Xiao Long Bao, a Shanghai-style soup dumpling. 702.590.8650 $$

Javier’s Dine on seafood, chicken and steak dishes created with Mexican flair, plus an array of premium tequilas and signature margaritas. 702.590.3637 $$$

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

Julian Serrano Tapas Traditional and innovative tapas from Spain are this menu’s stars, and you’ll find plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options! 702.590.8520 $$$

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

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 $

Proper Eats Food Hall Enjoy elevated eats in a fast, casual setting. Highlights include Pizzaoki, Laughing Buddha Ramen, Seoul Bird and Shalom Y’all. 702.590.8664 $

Salt & Ivy California coastal-inspired dishes and specialty cocktails make this eatery a must-visit. 702.590.9899 $$

Bellagio

Harvest Delight in stone-oven seafood preparations, grilled dry-aged and grass-fed beef, charcuterie and vegan options  702.693.8800 $$$

Jasmine Enjoy the exotic flavors and aromas of traditional Hong Kong Cantonese cuisine as well as signature Szechwan and Hunan dishes. 702.693.8166 $$

Lago by Julian Serrano Dishes include artisanal pizzas, fresh pastas and top cuts of meat in a lakeside locale. 702.693.8888 $$$

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 dishes with live entertainment and an impeccable view of the Fountains of Bellagio. It’s dinner and a show taken to the next level. 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. 702.693.7223 $$$$

Noodles Admire the sleek wall of noodles as you taste the many dishes and flavors of Southeast Asia. 702.693.8131 $$

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. 702.693.8105 $$$$

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 Café 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. 702.730.3900 $$$

Caesars Palace

Amalfi by Bobby Flay Flay’s newest restaurant in Vegas celebrates flavors of the Italian coast, with handmade pasta and fresh seafood that you get to select yourself. 702.650.5965 $$$$

Bacchanal Buffet This 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 $$

Gordon Ramsay 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. 702.731.7373 $$$

Mr Chow Be transported to China with Beijing-inspired cuisine served family-style at this world renowned dining outpost 702.731.7888 $$$

Nobu Las Vegas Chef Nobu Matsuhisa presents teppanyaki tables, a sushi bar and bar and lounge. 702.785.6628 $$$

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

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

Stanton Social Prime Chef Chris Santos brings his signature shareable dishes, including French onion soup dumplings and pierogies, to the Strip. 702.650.5985 $$$

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 Vegas entertainers. 702.732.7256 $$$

RPM Italian Offering more than a dozen fresh handmade pastas, a wide selection of antipasti, crudo, steaks and more. One of the best Italian experiences on the Strip. 702.860.2225 $$$

SOL Mexican Cocina Enjoy elevated and inventive Mexican cuisine and beverages in a trendy, minimalist setting. Meat-eater and vegetarian options are aplenty here. 702.329.0884 $$$

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 $$

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

Water Grill Guests are transported to the sea with live products in salt-water tanks and a menu packed with fresh seafood. 702.832.4777 $$$

Circa Resort & Casino

8 East Dumplings, wontons, skewers, pot stickers and more abound on this menu inspired by metropolitan Asian food markets 702.726.5508 $$

Barry’s Downtown Prime There’s something for everyone at this world-class steakhouse. 702.726.5504 $$$

Jack Pots If you’ve never tried Michigan’s own Zingerman’s Coffee, you really need to check this out. Make sure to pair a breakfast sandwich with this amazing pick-me-up. 702.247.2258 $

Project BBQ Fans of Carolina-style barbecue will find much to enjoy at this “food truck,” accessible from the Fremont Street Experience. 702.726.5491 $$

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

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

702.726.5505 $

Circus Circus

The Steak House A legendary go-to spot for mesquite-grilled steaks, prime rib, lobster, lamb chops and crab legs. 702.794.3767 $$$

The Cosmopolitan Beauty & Essex Find this hidden treasure serving unique shared plates and classic cocktails with a twist. 877.893.2003 $$

Block 16 Urban Food Hall This vibrant collection, on the second floor and surrounded by other restaurants, includes Bang Bar by Momofuku, District: Donuts. Sliders. Brew., Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, Lardo, Tekka Bar: Handroll and Sake. There’s something for every taste. 702.698.7000 $$

Blue Ribbon The Bromberg Brothers draw inspiration from their original SoHo restaurant with favorites such as beef marrow and oxtail marmalade. 877.893.2003 $$$

China Poblano A take on Chinese and Mexican cuisines by José Andrés. Noodles and tacos come together in a festive, stylish setting. 877.893.2003 $$

Eggslut Grab and go or dine in at this fast-casual egg-centric experience. 702.698.7000 $

The Henry Stop into this colorful dining room for inventive comfort food and unique cocktails. 702.698.7980 $$

Holsteins Savor tasty burgers, new takes on American favorites and signature alcoholic milkshakes. 702.698.7940 $$

Jaleo An award-winning D.C. Spanish tapas restaurant by José Andrés, reimagined to include the excitement of Las Vegas. And É by José André is an exclusive experience filled with brilliant bites of Spanish avant-garde cuisine in a private dining room. 702.698.7950 $$$

Milk Bar Award-winning chef Christina Tosi takes a playful approach to home-style desserts. Vegas exclusives like alcohol-infused Fancy Shakes and the Elvis Cake round out this bakery’s menu. 702.698.7000 $

Momofuku Chef David Chang’s first Momofuku on the West Coast takes an innovative spin on American, Korean and Japanese. 702.698.2663 $$$

Red Plate Revel in a unique dining experience with an array of signature roasted meats, Chinese hot pot and handmade dim sum. 702.698.7789 $$$$

Scarpetta A satisfying, soulful menu features seasonally inspired Italian fare. 702.698.7960 $$$

STK Dine at this stylish steakhouse featuring a bustling bar and an inspired menu from Executive Chef Stephen Hopcraft. 702.698.7990 $$$$

Superfrico A mix of food and frolic, where performers from next-door-OPM wander at will. Features Italian dishes and signature personal pizzas with “frico” edges. 702.534.3419 $$$

Wicked Spoon A unique market dining experience. 877.893.2001 $$$

Zuma Enjoy modern, authentic Japanese cuisine and world-class cocktails. 702.698.2199 $$$$

The Cromwell

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

The D American Coney Island The Detroit original gets served up Vegas-style! Don’t forget the restaurant’s famous Coney Island chili sauce. 702.388.2400 $

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 $$$

Bacon Nation Satisfy every bit of your bacon desires at this 24/7 eatery with bacon tasting flights, the reverse BLT and maple bacon cheesecake. baconnationlv.com $$

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. 702.384.2761 $$

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. 702.597.7991 $$

Flamingo

Bugsy & Meyer’s Steakhouse One of the must-try steak experiences in Las Vegas. It’s both a nod to Las Vegas’ history and a superb showcase for amazing appetizers, entrées and cocktails. Don’t forget to check out The Count Room speakeasy while you’re there. 702.733.3111 $$$

Carlos ’n Charlie’s Indulge in Mexican favorites such as fajitas, chimichangas, enchiladas, margaritas and sangria. 702.522.9254 $$

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

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas

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

702.632.5121 $$

FSLV—Fashion Show Las Vegas

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 $$$

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

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

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse This churrascaria 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. 702.732.2550 $$

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

Golden Nugget

Cadillac Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar Enjoy a variety of tapas, tacos, specialty margaritas and an extensive list of high-end tequilas. 702.386.8242 $

Chart House Feast on seafood and steaks while watching exotic fish swim. 702.386.8364 $$$

Claim Jumper Comfort food at its finest: Hearty burgers, sandwiches, pastas, seafood and entrées like chicken pot pie and chicken fried steak. Did we mention the portions are enormous? 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. 702.386.8399 $$$

Grand Bazaar Shops

Dave’s Hot Chicken A grab-and-go location for the famous dish. 725.229.7300 $

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

Ramen-Ya Resembles ramen houses in Japan with hot ramen, rice dishes and sushi rolls. 702.586.6889 $

Wahlburgers Enjoy quality, house-made burgers and Wahlberg family favorites, such as mac ’n’ cheese with smoked bacon. 702.405.9090 $

The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian

The Alley Refresh with artisanal teas, sweetened with handcrafted cane sugar syrup and elevated with add-ons like freshly prepared “Deerioca.” 702.330.0807 $

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 $

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Coal-fired brick-oven pizzas are topped with mouthwatering ingredients and served in an intimate setting. 702.754.3450 $

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 $$$

Smith & Wollensky “America’s Steakhouse” offers a variety of flavorful dishes like a 24-ounce rib-eye and a rotisserie roasted chicken. 702.637.1515 $$$$

Sushi Samba A unique blend of Brazilian, Peruvian and Japanese cuisine. Indulge in sizzling meats, sushi, sashimi and ceviche. 702.607.0700 $$$

Tao Asian Bistro Specializing in Hong Kong, Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine. 702.388.8338 $$

Trattoria Reggiano Signature dishes like filet mignon meatballs. 702.369.2053 $$

Trustworthy Brewing Co. Enjoy a variety of smallbatch beers and tasty barbecue, such as St. Louis-style pork ribs. 702.607.2337 $$

Harrah’s

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 $

Ramsay’s Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay Enjoy original Gordon Ramsay specialties such as beef Wellington and sticky toffee pudding, served up with a little Vegas flair. 800.214.9110 $$

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 $$$

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Dine a sports bar setting with a Louisiana-inspired menu featuring madefrom-scratch dishes like duck and andouille gumbo 702.693.6111 $$

Hilton Garden Inn

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

Hilton Lake Las Vegas

Medici Café and Patio The flavors of Italy and wholesome, seasonal fare prepared in an open kitchen. 702.567.4700 $$

Horseshoe Las Vegas

Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen Nosh on game-day favorites and inventive, over-the-top fare surrounded by Flavortown memorabilia and more than 30 TVs for optimal sports viewing. 702.794.3139 $$

Jack Binion’s Steak Indulge in steaks, seafood, sides and sweets, along with signature cocktails and a warm, inviting atmosphere. This may become your new favorite hangout while in town. 702.967.4711 $$$

M.Y. Asia Enjoy the Pan-Asian creations of James Beard Award-winning chef Martin Yan. Features a noodle-pulling chef and the only “changing face kung-fu dance performance chef” in Las Vegas. myasialv.com $$

JW Marriott

Hawthorn Grill A cozy, romantic steakhouse serving American classics. And the cocktail menu is fantastic. 702.507.5900 $$$

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

Las Vegas Marriott

Café325 American menu with steak and seafood. 702.650.2000 $$

The Linq Hotel

Buddy’s Jersey Eats Enjoy Jersey-style street food and sweet treats straight from the window of this food truck. buddysjerseyeats.com $

The Boss Cafe by Buddy Valastro Serving casual Italian fare, this eatery features a mozz bar, where patrons can get fresh mozzarella creations. 775.490.2873 $$

Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar The celebrity chef and host of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives shows off his 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

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

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

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 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 does it right 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

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

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

Tender Steakhouse + Lounge The menu features six different types of beef and fresh seafood flown in daily from around the country. 702.262.4778 $$$

Mandalay Bay

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 $$

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

Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar Kick back with elevated sports bar bites and an ice-cold beer at this fan-focused experience. flankerlv.com $$

Foundation Room Restaurant Antique chandeliers complement steaks, seafood and handcrafted cocktails. 702.632.7631 $$$

Hazel Coffee and Cocktails Savor the moment and socialize over premium coffees, classic cocktails and handmade sandwiches and pastries. 702.632.4760 $

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

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

Libertine Social A Modern American gastropub 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. 702.740.5522 $$$

Noodle Shop An excellent spot to indulge your need for Cantonese cuisine. 702.632.6071 $$

Retro by Voltaggio Celebrity chefs Michael and Bryan Voltaggio bring ’80s- and ’90s-inspired foods with a modern twist. 702.632.7401 $$$

StripSteak Enjoy certified Angus beef cooked over a wood-burning grill while sipping on one of the many classic,a handcrafted cocktail. 702.632.7414 $$$$

MGM Grand

Ambra Italian Restaurant A blend of contemporary Italian cuisine, plus an intriguing nightlife experience.

702.891.7600 $$$

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 Bar Pan-Asian cuisine that serves up items like dan-dan noodles, Sichaun chicken and other traditional dishes. 702.891.7921 $$

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

702.891.7888 $$$

International Smoke The collaboration between Michael Mina and Ayesha Curry serves up wood-fired favorites and a sensational signature cocktail menu.

702.891.3922 $$$

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 $$$$

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

Morimoto Las Vegas Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto presents signatures such as yellowtail “pastrami” in a dining area spacious enough for large groups.702.891.3001 $$$

Nellie’s Southern Kitchen Delve into Southern comfort with signature dishes, an extensive cocktail menu and exclusive, Las Vegas-only offerings. A stage area allows for live entertainment. 702.640.0156 $$

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 $$$$

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

The Mirage

Diablo’s Cantina A spin on traditional Mexican cuisine, with a wide array of libations, including, of course, margaritas. 702.792.7888 $$

Heritage Steakhouse With juicy cuts cooked over an open flame, this traditional steakhouse serves elevated classics. 702.791.7330 $$$$

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. 702.682.8482 $$$

Otoro Robata Grill & Sushi Delight in Japanese favorites such as rock shrimp tempura and Chilean sea bass. 702.792.7979 $$

Stack Taste the style in every bite at this American bistro. 702.792.7800 $$$

The Still A sports hub offering more than 50 beers, specialty cocktails and upscale bar food. 702.692.8455 $$

New York–New York

Chin Chin Asian Restaurant & Sushi Bar Choose from the breakfast buffet, traditional Chinese food, sushi or Pan-Asian specialties. 702.740.6300 $$

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. 702.740.6455 $$

Il Fornaio Delicious selections from Northern Italy served in a beautiful environment with an exhibition kitchen. 702.650.6500 $$

Luke’s Lobster Enjoy a classic lobster roll or branch out with other shellfish delights from this food truck. 702.936.4440 $$$

Nine Fine Irishmen Take in Irish vibes while noshing on Irish smoked salmon, deviled Scotch eggs and much more—and indulging in a Guinness! 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. 702.740.6766 $$

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. 702.730.6788 $$$

OYO Hotel & Casino

Hooters The famous wings still punctuate this sports joint. 866.584.6687 $

Splash Cantina What better way to enjoy a poolside experience than with the great food and drink selection available here? 702.739.9000 $

Steak ’N Shake Visit the world’s largest Steak ’N Shake and enjoy their signature steak burgers and creamy milkshakes. 866.574.6687 $

Palms

La Popular Expect elevated versions of Mexican food classics from this lively spot, complete with a taco station and live DJs on Friday and Saturday nights.lapopularcdmx.com $$

Mabel’s BBQ Chef Michael Symon offers tender slabs of smoked brisket and pork belly. 866.752.2236 $$

Scotch 80 Prime Caviar, seafood and juicy steaks, including A5 Kobe beef, plus a whiskey program with rare and vintage Scotches. 866.752.2236 $$$$

Send Noodles Asian culinary fusion that includes Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Thai dishes. 866.752.2236 $$

Serrano Vista Cafe Nosh on the fresh flavors of Southern California classics made with locally sourced ingredients. 866.752.2236 $

Tim Ho Wan Hong Kong import serves its renowned barbecue pork buns and made-to-order dim sum. 866.752.2236 $

Vetri Cucina Take in panoramic views from the 56th floor as you dine on divine creations from renowned Italian chef Marc Vetri. 866.752.2236 $$

Paris

Alexxa’s 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 $$

The Bedford by Martha Stewart Get a taste of the celebrity’s lifestyle at this chic eatery based on her own farmhouse. 702.946.4361 $$$

Beer Park Open-air rooftop bar and grill with American cuisine, beers and sports. 702.444.4500 $

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

Gordon Ramsay Steak The chef presents dishes such as beef Wellington. 877.346.4642 $$$

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

Nobu Las Vegas Dine on chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s Japanese cuisine in an intimate setting. Offers fresh fish and other seafood in addition to vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free delights. 702.946.4007 $$$

Vanderpump à Paris Reality TV star Lisa Vanderpump opens her second Vegas venue where guests can nosh on Parisian-inspired bites while lounging in a lush Parisian courtyard and garden. 702.946.7000 $$

Park MGM

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. 702.730.6770 $$

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

Eataly Las Vegas Immersive marketplace offers a mix of gourmet Italian foods, quality restaurants and live cooking demonstrations. 702.730.7010

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. 702.730.7025 $

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

Toscana Ristorante & Bar by Eataly Inside Eataly. Enjoy Tuscan-inspired dishes plus wine in Eataly’s marketplace. 702.730.7617 $$

Planet Hollywood Resort

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. 702.737.0444 $

Buffalo Wild Wings Signature wings and burgers at the chain’s first Strip location. 702.734.0096 $

Cabo Wabo Cantina The flavor and rowdiness of the Mexican resort comes to Las Vegas. And, of course, Sammy Hagar’s signature tequila is liberally featured on the menu. 702.385.2226 $$

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

Gen Korean BBQ House Cook all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue favorites like Kobe beef and spicy chicken, or indulge in specialty rolls and izakaya items. 702.707.7227 $$

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

Lobster ME Classic lobster rolls packed with Maine lobster, served deli-counter style. But that’s only the beginning of the fun here! 702.562.7837 $

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

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

Pampas Churrascaria Brazilian Grille Rodizio-style, spit-roasted and grilled meats are carved right at your table. You have red and green cards that indicate when you want to stop. 702.737.4748 $$

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

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

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

Renaissance Las Vegas

Envy Steakhouse Everything from breakfast to surf and turf. 702.784.5716 $$$

Grill 55 This casual restaurant serves up classic American cuisine. 702.784.5715 $

Resorts World Las Vegas

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. 725.233.8381 $$

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 $$$$

Caviar Bar Indulge in fresh fish, quality meats and a wide selection of caviar from Michelin-star Chef Shaun Hergatt. 702.676.7936 $$$

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 $

Crossroads Kitchen Enjoy plant-based fine dining with Italian and Mediterranean flavors by Chef Tal Ronnen. This outpost of the L.A. hot spot features Las Vegas exclusives like Caviar and Chips and Chestnut Foie Gras. 702.676.7000 $$$

Dawg House Saloon & Sports Book Watch a game, dance to live music or enjoy classic pub offerings from this Nashville-based sports bar. 702.676.6964 $$

Famous Foods Street Eats Food hall concept with 16 stalls featuring authentic street food and cuisines from top chefs and restaurateurs. 702.676.7000 $

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

702.676.6907 $$

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

702.676.8888 $$$

Kusa Nori Modern Japanese bistro with high-energy sushi bar and teppanyaki grills, and an extensive selection of sake. 702.676.6965 $$$

Richie Palmer’s Mulberry Street Pizzeria of Beverly Hills Pizza by the slice and whole pies with specialty toppings such as eggplant Parmesan and rigatoni.

702.676.8860 $

Sun’s Out Buns Out The staple egg gets a delicious upgrade at this cheerful breakfast spot.

702.676.7000 $

¡VIVA! Chef Ray Garcia presents a modern take on regional Mexican cuisine in a contemporary space. And wait until you get a look at the signature cocktail menu.

702.676.6020 $$

Wally’s Wine & Spirits This L.A. favorite blends a restaurant, wine bar and specialty gourmet market, creating a one-stop tasting and shopping experience.

702.676.6966 $$$

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 The celebrity chef ’s Mexican restaurant is fun from beginning to end. The Trash Can nachos are a must. 855.888.3363 $$

Hash House a Go Go A locals favorite, this eatery is know for its oversize portions of creative breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes. 702.777.2761 $

Kang’s Kitchen The liveliness of the setting is matched only by the fun of grilling your own meat at this Korean barbecue. 702.777.7777 $$

KJ Dim Sum & Seafood Featuring a dim sum menu plus seafood dishes with lobster, crab, shrimp and giant clams. 702.777.7777 $$

Royal India Bistro Enjoy authentic Indian flavors and unique cocktails, wines and beers. 702.777.2277 $$

VooDoo Steak Fall under the spell of VooDoo, American cuisine with French-Creole flair. 702.777.7800 $$$

Sahara Las Vegas Balla Italian Soul Celebrate Italian cuisine and culture. 702.761.7000 $$$

Bazaar Meat by José Andrés Chef José Andrés’ smallplate creations are a carnivore’s dream. A must-visit for true foodies. 702.761.7610 $$$

Chickie’s & Pete’s Crabhouse & Sports Bar This Philly sports bar is a hot spot for crab and other goodies. 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 $

Zeffer’s Cafe Indulge in comfort food classics or experience authentic Chinese cuisine in a casual setting. 702.761.7613 $$

The Shoppes at Mandalay Place

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 $$

Wahlburgers Enjoy quality, house-made burgers and Wahlberg family favorites, such as mac ’n’ cheese with smoked bacon. wahlburgers.com $

The Shops at Crystals

Mastro’s Ocean Club Delicious fresh seafood and steaks complemented with live piano music nightly. 702.798.7115 $$$

Toca Madera Enjoy bold flavors at this high-end Mexican steakhouse serving a variety of land and sea offerings. Vegan and taqueria menus also available. 725.255.9030 $$$$

Silver Sevens City Café Offers a variety of tasty diner-style fare as well as build-your-own pizzas. 702.733.7000 $

Silverton

Mi Casa Grill Cantina Authentic Mexican recipes. 702.263.7777 $$

Twin Creeks Steakhouse Classic entrées with an elegant, friendly atmosphere.  702.263.7777 $$$

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

The STRAT

Chi Asian Kitchen Enjoy inventive Chinese dishes and bold flavors in a street-inspired atmosphere. 800.998.6337 $$

McCall’s Heartland Grill Steak and seafood specialties. 702.380.7777 $$$

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 American-style diner serves up generous portions of comfort food. 702.380.5115 $

Top of the World This fine-dining restaurant rotates 360 degrees every 80 minutes, offering endlessly entertaining views. And the food is nothing short of sensational. 702.380.7711 $$$$-

Treasure Island

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

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

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

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

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 $$$

Red Lotus Asian Kitchen Whether you feel like a sit-down or grab-and-go experience, you’ll find plenty of options here, where Asian cuisine gets a fun, creative, Western twist.

702.739.2477 $$

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

Trump International

DJT Modern American cuisine combined with an extensive wine and cocktail list. 702.982.0000 $$

Tuscany Suites & Casino

Pub 365 With 365 rotating craft beers, it’s safe to say this place is beer heaven. 702.947.5861 $

Tuscany Gardens Fresh Italian pastas, steaks and seafood specialties with an award-winning wine list. 702.947.5910 $$

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 $$

Chica Chef Lorena Garcia’s diverse menu inspired by her Latin American heritage. 866.659.9643 $$

Cut Wolfgang Puck’s chic award-winning steakhouse concept features entrées such as Kobe beef short ribs. 702.607.6300 $$$$

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 $$$$

HaSalon Enjoy a fresh feast at this high-end Mediterranean eatery by Israeli chef Eyal Shani. venetianlasvegas.com $$$

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 $$$

Matteo’s Ristorante Italiano Traditional Italian fare made with fresh, seasonal and local ingredients. 702.414.1222 $$$

Mott 32 Modern Hong Kong meets the vibrancy of N.Y.’s Chinatown with flavors representing Cantonese, Szechuan and Beijing cultures. 702.607.3232 $$$$

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.

702.731.9683 $

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

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

Villa Azur Experience luxurious French Mediterranean dining in a lively atmosphere with vibrant Miami touches. 702.607.1534 $$

The X Pot Enjoy an exquisite presentation of traditional Asian flavors. 866.888.9768

Wakuda Unifies traditional and modern Japanese cuisine, offering an extensive à la carte and omakase menu from celebrated chef Tetsuya Wakuda. 866.659.9643 $$$$

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

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

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

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

Night + Market Classic Thai street food gets a modern makeover. Plus, the wine list is stellar. 702.693.5000 $$

Nobu Las Vegas 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 $

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. 702.732.5276 $$

Rikki Tiki Sushi Casual sushi joint offers sushi creations including favorites like spicy tuna and tuna sashimi. 702.732.5755 $$

Silk Road Asian Bistro Offering Japanese ramen noodle, Chinese rice noodle and Vietnamese pho dishes 702.732.5755 $$

Nightlife

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

Local Favorites

Cat’s Meow Sip thematic cocktails, enjoy live enter-

tainment or become part of the fun with this nightlife hot spot’s karaoke stage 450 E. Fremont St. Unit 201, catsvegas.com

Player 1 Video Game Bar Check out this bar and arcade combination for craft beers (50 on tap), themed cocktails and video games from every generation. Plus, all-you-can-play arcade gaming starts at $5 2797 S. Maryland Pkwy., 21+. 725.204.1399

Aria

Alibi Ultra Lounge Opulent lounge offers a menu of creative, handcrafted cocktails and live DJs on the weekends. 702.329.9711

Easy’s Cocktail Lounge Find this glamorous speakeasy hidden within Proper Eats Food Hall for imaginative libations and fine foods. easysvegas.com

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

Bellagio

Petrossian Bar This refined bar offers some of the world’s finest spirits, caviar service and live piano music 702.693.7111

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. A true Las Vegas hot spot 702.777.3800

Vista Cocktail Lounge Set your eyes on the N.Y. skyline or Dubai, as the interactive lounge transports you with state-of-the-art LED technology 702.731.7852

Circa Resort & Casino

Circa Bar This best-of-both-worlds bar is part of Circa Resort & Casino, but can be found along Fremont Street. If you’re preparing for a long night of fun, this is a perfect place to start. In addition to a large range of beers, enjoy one of 24 frozen cocktails, all served by dancing bartenders. 702.247.2258

Legacy Club This intimate 60th floor lounge pays tribute to Vegas’ founding fathers and offers outstanding views of the city from the rooftop patio. 702.247.2258

Mega Bar Fans of the movie Cocktail will love it here. Flair bartenders show off their amazing skills, making bottles and glasses fly through the air as they create signature cocktails at Nevada’s longest indoor bar—165 feet long! And sports fans will love the 46 double-stacked TVs. 702.247.2258

Overhang Bar This bar has one of the best views in all of Circa—over the multilevel sportsbook and its huge 78-million-pixel HD screen. While here, enjoy some video poker and fantastic cocktails. 702.247.2258

Vegas Vickie’s One of the most iconic signs in Vegas’ history, Vegas Vickie, is the centerpiece of this elevated lobby cocktail lounge. Enjoy a menu of seasonal cocktails amid mid-century design. 702.247.2258

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-definition screen. Best of all? It’s open 365 days a year. 21+. circalasvegas.com

The Cosmopolitan

The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails A real Las Vegas speakeasy, this swanky lounge is a barbershop by day and a bustling bar by night. 702.698.7434

The Chandelier A high-energy hot spot, the cocktail haven has a sophisticated lounge with a unique bar experience. 877.893.2003

CliQue Bar & Lounge Small plates, high-class service and timeless music are offered at this swanky ultra lounge. 702.689.7939

Ghost Donkey Traditional Mexican spirits are the star here. Sip on specialty cocktails or sample from expertly selected tasting flights. 702.689.7000

Marquee Take in four-story LED screens and breathtaking views of the Strip while partying under the stars. 702.333.9000

The Ski Lodge Cool down in this winter resort-inspired lounge. Serving sophisticated cocktails and delicious pizzas with a side of comfort. 877.893.2003

Vesper Bar A glimmer of the 1950s with a contemporary twist makes the space both fun and elegant. 877.893.2003

The Cromwell

Drai’s After Hours A longtime early morning staple, Drai’s lets you relax on sofas and listen to house and hiphop, while enjoying fine wines, champagnes and cigars. 702.777.3800

Drai’s Nightclub This lavish rooftop party spot boasts a high-end audiovisual experience manned by some of the best DJs and hip-hop performers in the business. 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

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

Golden Nugget

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

Troy Liquor Bar One of New York City’s gems stakes its claim in Downtown Las Vegas, offering second-level balcony views and all-encompassing nightlife experience. 702.386.8382

The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Flight Club Hit a bull’s eye or two while you socialize, sip craft cocktails and snack in this lively darts bar with a Victorian theme. 702.848.4188

KAMU Ultra Karaoke With an impeccable selection of food, and specialty cocktails and customer

service, this high-end karaoke lounge hits all the right notes. 702.445.7664

Tao Asian flavor blends with Las Vegas spice at one of the city’s perennial hot spots. One of the most successful venues in town—and for good reason.  702.388.8588

Harrah’s 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

Horseshoe Las Vegas

The Cabinet of Curiosities Bar and Lounge A bespoke bar and lounge filled with unusual items (look them up by using QR code and your phone), and home to The Lock, a speakeasy where you need to solve an escape room-style puzzle to enter. thecabinetlv.com

The Linq Promenade

AmeriCAN Offering over 70 canned beers and cocktails, this patriotic spot strives to offer a beer from every state. 702.794.3941

Minus5 Icebar 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

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

MGM Grand

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

Losers Bar Country music bar offers a no-frills, downhome experience with classic spirits and beers on tap. 702.891.3003

Tap Sports Bar You’ll 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. Spend your entire day here! 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

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

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

The Mirage

Rhumbar Tropical Ultra Bar Stylish rum cocktails are the stars of this laid-back indoor-outdoor retreat. 702.791.7111

The Still More than 50 beers, specialty cocktails and upscale bar food. 702.692.8455

New York–New York

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. 702.740.3311

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  702.730.6785

Palms

Ghostbar Sip creative cocktails and enjoy pop-up performances on the 55th floor against a backdrop of valley views. 866.752.2236

Unknown Bar Designed by Damien Hirst, this stylish spot features craft cocktails and inspired artwork, including a piece of Hirst’s famous shark sculpture. 866.752.2236

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

Park MGM

Juniper Cocktail Lounge Home to the largest collection of gin in Las Vegas, this inviting lounge pairs inventive cocktails with a warm ambience. 702.730.6773

Mama Rabbit Serves up a menu of tequilas, mezcals and craft cocktails, as well as small bites including tacos and molé.  drinkmamarabbitlv.com

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

Paris

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

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

Planet Hollywood Resort: Miracle Mile Shops

Blondies Sports Bar & Grill Known for its rowdy atmosphere and beer pong. 702.737.0444

Cabo Wabo Cantina The Red Rocker brings Mexico’s hottest party to Las Vegas, along with some delicious dishes like the Wabolicious cheeseburger. 702.385.2226

Plaza

The Sand Dollar Downtown Catch a live show or kick back with some cocktails, pizza and pool tables. 702.386.2110

Resorts World Las Vegas

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. 702.676.6969

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

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

Golden Monkey Tiki Lounge Sip on tropical-inspired elixirs while you kick back in this lively scene. Picture-perfect punch bowls offer enough to satisfy the whole group. 702.676.7000

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

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

Rio

iBar Sophisticated cocktails are presented to a mesmerizing flow of music and the sexy and talented I-Girls. 702.777.6875

Sahara Las Vegas

Azilo Ultra Lounge Relax in this upscale lounge that offers specialty cocktails, live DJs and views of the pool. 702.761.7000

Casbar Lounge This spacious lounge offers an elevated cocktail experience and two happy hours every day from 3-5 p.m. and 8-9 p.m. 702.761.7000

The Tangier Peruse a menu of more than 200 brown spirits inside this upscale bar located just off the hotel lobby. For whiskey lovers, it doesn’t get much better than this. 702.761.7000

The Shoppes at Mandalay Place

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

Minus5 Icebar This lounge made of ice also features a warmer, woodsier lodge 702.632.7714

Rí Rá Irish Pub Take in Irish vibes while indulging in a Guinness (or another of the Irish beers), whiskies and other libations at one of the vintage bars and munching on Irish dishes, all while enjoying an authentic Irish pub environment. 702.632.7771

Treasure Island

Gilley’s Saddle up for line dancing and the famous Gilley Girls. But that’s only the beginning of the nonstop fun you’ll have here. 702.894.7147

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. 866.286.3809

The Venetian

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

Rockhouse Drinking games, DJs, bar food, birdcages for dancing and a mechanical bull. 702.731.9683

Rosina Cocktail Lounge You’ll feel a sense of glamour and elegance while sipping on quality cocktails like a Negroni or Manhattan. 702.607.7777

Vdara

Vice Versa Patio & Lounge It’s either/or at Vice Versa— intimate indoor setting or outdoor patio, light or indulgent bites, classic or twisted cocktails. 702.590.2767

Waldorf Astoria

SkyBar Boutique cocktails from molecular mixologists and panoramic views define this plush 23rd-floor gem. 702.590.8888

Pool Clubs & Parties

Ayu Dayclub Top EDM DJs and musical artists perform all season long at this outdoor oasis inspired by the islands of Southeast Asia. Resorts World Las Vegas, 21+. 702.676.6000

Azilo Ultra Pool New Moroccan-themed dayclub offers lavish surroundings and weekly specials. Sahara Las Vegas, 21+. 702.761.7000

Bare Adults-only fun across a tropical setting with cabanas and an infinity pool. The Mirage, 21+. 702.791.7442

Daylight Beach Club A lavish stage highlights this lush pool complex. Mandalay Bay, 21+. 702.632.4700

Drai’s Beachclub At 11 stories above the Strip, this rooftop hot spot commands an impressive view and top DJ talent. The Cromwell, 21+. 702.777.3800

Élia Beach Mediterranean-inspired pool club offers multiple levels that overlook a sandy beach and stage where top DJs perform. Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, 21+. 702.693.5000

GO Pool Dayclub Palm trees, waterfalls, DJs, cabanas and daybeds highlight the experience. Flamingo, 21+. 702.697.2888

Influence, The Pool at The LINQ Cool off at this dayclub that overlooks the Linq Promenade. Enjoy cabana rooms, daybeds, DJs, a food truck and drink specials. The Linq, 21+. 702.835.5713

Liquid Swim alongside A-list clientele while enjoying some of the largest cabanas around. Aria, 21+. 702.590.9979

Marquee Dayclub Posh bungalows, live DJs, specialty cocktails and multiple pools make up this popular 21-and-over daytime party. 702.333.9000

Moorea Beach Club Poolside massages, personalized attendants and killer views. Mandalay Bay, 21+. 702.632.9095

Tao Beach Dayclub The newly renovated pool club has doubled in size and features a Balinese-inspired oasis with impressive culinary and cocktails and top DJ entertainment. The Venetian, 702.388.8588

Temptation Sundays Everyone’s welcome at the fun-filled weekly LGBTQ+ party, one of the longest-running pool parties on the Las Vegas Strip. Luxor, 21+. temptationsundayslv.com

Wet24 Pool & Bar This rooftop pool and lounge offers panoramic views of the valley. The STRAT, 21+. 702.380.7777

Wet Republic World-renowned EDM DJs perform inside this long-running dayclub that offers cabanas, bungalows with private pools and a shaded lounge area. MGM Grand, 21+. 702.891.3563

Gaming

Bingo

Arizona Charlie’s Boulder 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily. 702.951.9000

Arizona Charlie’s Decatur 9 & 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 & 11 p.m. daily. 702.258.5200

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

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

Rampart Casino 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. 702.507.5900

Casino Promotions

Binion’s Guests can join Club Binion’s for free; it rewards slot and video poker players with cash back and comps. binions.com or 702.382.1600

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

Circus Circus By signing up for a free slot club card, you’ll get exclusive promotional offers, invitations and discounts. 800.344.5252

The Cosmopolitan With an identity membership, earn points from slot play, redeemable for free slot play and at restaurants. 702.698.7000

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. 702.388.2400

Club Serrano Earn perks, exclusive discounts and entries to promotions while you play at Palms. 866.752.2236

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

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

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 14 MGM Resorts’ destinations. mgmresorts.com

The Mirage Join Unity by Hard Rock and redeem points for incredible rewards and enjoy exclusive benefits while staying, dining, shopping, gaming and more. hardrockhotelcasinolasvegas.com

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

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. primmvalleyresorts.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

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. resortsworldlasvegas.com

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

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

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 Tropicana Las Vegas Rewards to earn points and redeem them for dining and promotions. Receive specials based on your level of play. troplv.com or 702.739.2222

The Venetian 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 award-winning restaurants, bars, retail outlets, fitness center and spa, or earn slot play and resort rooms. westgateresorts.com or 800.732.7117

Shopping

Malls

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

FSLV—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 of Las Vegas. Las Vegas Boulevard South and Spring 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. Horseshoe Las Vegas, 702.736.4988

Las Vegas South Premium Outlets Shop more than 140 stores, offering goods from clothing and accessories to gifts and household items. Adidas, Calvin Klein, Kate Spade New York and PacSun are just a few to choose from. 7400 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.896.5599

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. 702.866.0704

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. 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 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. 702.414.4525

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. Here you can browse through the finest apparel, gifts, art and jewelry including Caesars logo items. 702.731.7110

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

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 Paradise Island Wear, Kids Galore, 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. 702.693.7111

Health & Beauty

Local Favorites

Star Beauty Spa Unwind with upscale spa treatments like massage, waxing and facials at an affordable price. 3455 S. Durango Drive, 702.899.7577

Attractions

Las Vegas is known as America’s Playground. There are enough attractions in this city to fill a week’s itinerary. From roller coasters to museums, there’s something to keep everyone amused.

Bellagio

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art The gallery holds regular exhibits featuring renowned artists. Now on display: In Bloom showcased in partnership with Tia Collection 702.693.7871

Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Flowers and vegetation change seasonally in this feast for the senses. 702.693.7111

Dale Chihuly Glass Sculpture View hundreds of blown-glass flowers that sprout from the ceiling above the 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

Caesars Palace: The Forum Shops

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

Park West Fine Art Museum and Gallery Browse fine art from renowned artists such as Salvador Dali, Henri

de Toulouse-Lautrec and Pablo Picasso, or buy from its expansive selection of world-class works. 702.630.1037

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. 702.734.0410

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

Fashion Show Las Vegas

Fantasy Lab: Time to Dream This interactive attraction, featuring technology, music, art and culture, is meant to inspire. fantasylablv.com

Flamingo

Wildlife Habitat A lush outdoor home for the Flamingo’s friendly family of creatures. Ducks, swans, fish and Chilean flamingos reside in this 4-acre tropical paradise. Free. 702.733.3349

Golden Nugget

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

The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian

Gondola Rides Ride a half-mile down the Grand Canal as your gondolier serenades you. 702.414.4300

Minus5 Icebar 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 dozens of your favorite stars. Located off the moving walkway between The Venetian and Las Vegas Boulevard. 702.862.7800

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

Horseshoe Las Vegas

Arcade at Horseshoe This 7,000-square-foot space is a gamer’s paradise, complete with more than 80 supersized games, from classics like Skee-Ball and air hockey to virtual reality games like Mission Impossible. 702.967.4222

Dino Safari: A Walk Thru Adventure Transport yourself to prehistoric times and interact with more than 30 dinosaurs including the T. rex, Spinosaurus and Nevada’s own Nevadadromeus. dinosafari.com

REAL BODIES at Horseshoe Las Vegas Experience 20 real human bodies and over 200 specimens in artistic and thought-provoking galleries that explore what it means to be alive. 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, a gift shop and a Syfy wedding chapel. 702.333.2121

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 one of the world’s tallest observation wheels. 855.234.7469

Minus5 Icebar It’s winter all year round in this glacial attraction that features interactive ice experiences and creative, frosty cocktails 702.586.8925

Luxor

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

Discovering King Tut’s Tomb—The Experience Descend to the tomb of the boy king and be amazed at the opulence of everything that accompanied him to the afterlife. kingtutvegas.com

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

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition More than 250 artifacts are on display, plus re-creations of the ship’s cabins and Grand Staircase. 702.262.4400

Mandalay Bay

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

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

MGM Grand

The Hunger Games: The Exhibition If you’re a fan of the movies based on the best-selling books, you’ll love this up-close look at the costumes, props and set recreations from The Hunger Games. Interactive aspects add even more dimension to the exhibit. 702.410.9899

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. 4627 Koval Lane. 702.933.8458

Zero Latency Experience an adventure that will immerse you in worlds of wonder, with floating whales and zombie hordes. 702.891.7974

The Mirage

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

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. Arcade features midway-style games. 702.740.6969

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. Mem-

orabilia, arcade games, a rock ’n’ roll-themed wedding chapel and a DJ complete the offerings. 702.558.6256

The Shops at Crystals

Immersive Disney Animation Enter your favorite animated worlds through projected exhibitions displaying the music and artistry of Disney films like Encanto, The Lion King and Frozen disneyimmersive.com

Immersive Van Gogh See the works of one of the art world’s masters projected across four walls, the ceiling and the floor in a multimedia experience. vangoghvegas.com

Princess Diana: A Tribute Exhibition Gather in-depth knowledge about the “People’s Princess” as you stroll through various rooms dedicated to different parts of her life. dianalasvegas.com

Silverton Bass Pro Shops Whether you’re looking for hunting, fishing or outdoor gear, this sportsman’s paradise has it all. Check out the huge aquarium nearby. 702.730.5200

Silverton Aquarium A 117,000-gallon, huge artificial reef, home to several species of stingrays, sharks and tropical fish. 702.263.7777

The STRAT Insanity, Big Shot and X Scream The three highest thrill rides in the U.S. 702.380.7777

Observation Decks Check out the view from the tallest tower west of the Mississippi. 702.380.7777

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. 800.998.6937

Treasure Island

Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. This interactive attraction features Captain America’s shield, Ant-Man’s helmet and Iron Man’s MK 45 suit on display. 702.894.7722

Local Favorites

Allegiant Stadium Tours Experience a guided behind-the-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

AREA15 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, axe throwing, a zipline ride, virtual-reality experiences and more. Various food and beverage outlets include The Beast by Todd English and Kaia Handroll. 3215 S. Rancho Drive, area15.com

Atomic Museum Vegas Explore the age of atomic bomb testing in the Nevada desert, where Vegas had a front-seat view, and watch a simulated atomic bomb blast. 755 E. Flamingo Road, 702.409.7366

Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden Enjoy a self-guided factory tour, samples and a gift shop with tons of candies. 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. 3771 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 866.498.2023 or flyoverlasvegas.com

Grand Canyon West Get a unique view of the Grand Canyon’s West Rim at SkyWalk, ride a zipline at Hualapai 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. 680 E. Pilot Road, 702.739.7777

Las Vegas Strip Limo Tours See some fabulous Las Vegas attractions from the comfort and luxury of a limousine. The 2.5-hour tour includes champagne and stops by the Fountains of Bellagio, The Volcano and Fremont Street. 702.438.5466

Liberace: Real and Beyond Explore the legacy of the Las Vegas icon through rarely seen costumes, personal items, historical photographs and more. Nevada State Museum, 309 S. Valley View Blvd., lasvegasnvmuseum.org

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

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. 3501 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 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.261.0007 or 866.644.8687

Museum Fiasco Created by Playmodes Studio, this immersive art experience uses light, sound and space to create large-scale installations. AREA15, 702.846.1900

Museum of Illusions Try to wrap your head around this wondrous collection of interactive and immersive exhibitions. 3716 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Suite 1.02, moilasvegas.com

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

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. 3215 S. Rancho Drive, meow.wf/lvm

Paradox Museum Get ready to enter a world of brain-bending illusions featuring 90 perspectivechallenging exhibits. 3767 Las Vegas Blvd. S., paradoxmuseumlasvegas.com

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. 5999 Dean Martin Drive. 702.485.5312

Showgirl Bootcamp 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

Resources

In-Room Services

Hospitality Network Watch Hollywood hits from the comfort of your room. Ordering is quick and easy. Just press the menu button on your remote control.

Lapis & Oak Spa and Salt Lounge Enjoy a custom massage right in your hotel room. This service comes to you and o ers everything from aromatherapy to percussion therapy. Or visit their o ces, if you prefer. 15 S. Green Valley Pkwy., 702.848.2424, lapisandoak.com

Dispensaries

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

MedMen First-class facilities o ering the latest in marijuana products. 823 S. 3rd St., recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.527.7685; 4503 Paradise Road, recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.405.8597

Oasis Cannabis Dispensary This 24-hour marijuana dispensary serves the community with quality

cannabis products. 1800 Industrial Road, Suite 180, 21+. 702.420.2405

Planet 13 Quality medical and recreational cannabis. 2548 W. Desert Inn Road, recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.815.1313

Zen Leaf The highest-quality products all in one spot. From service to presentation to selection, you’ll find what you’re looking for here. 5940 W. Flamingo Road, 21+. zenleafdispensaries.com

Pharmacies

CVS 3758 Las Vegas Blvd. S.  702.262.9028

Walgreens 3339 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.369.8166; 3717 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.262.0635; 3025 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.628.5537

Transportation

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

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

Trams

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

Excalibur-Luxor-Mandalay Bay 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. daily, every three to seven minutes

Treasure Island-The Mirage Service 7 a.m.-2 a.m. daily, every 15 minutes

Weddings

Marriage Licenses Obtain your license before you head to the chapel. Here’s a helpful Tip: Don’t forget identification. 201 E. Clark Ave. 702.671.0500

Royal Wedding Chapel Celebrate your special day inside the retro Thunderbird Boutique Hotel, which o ers three romantic venues for those nuptials. One of the most popular wedding destinations in town. Wedding packages starting at $99 plus fees, 1215 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.780.0555

Hotels

Ahern Hotel (G1) 725.214.4800

Aliante Casino & Hotel 702.692.7777

Aria (D3) 702.590.7111

Arizona Charlie’s Boulder 702.951.9000

Arizona Charlie’s Decatur 702.258.5200

Artisan Hotel Boutique (F2) 702.214.4000

Bellagio (D3) 702.693.7111

Bu alo Bill’s 702.386.7867

Caesars Palace (D2) 702.731.7266

Cannery 702.507.5700

Casino Royale (E3) 702.737.3500

Circus Circus (F2) 702.734.0410

The Cosmopolitan (D3) 702.698.7000

The Cromwell (E3) 702.777.3777

Delano (A4) 702.632.7888

Emerald Suites 702.948.9999

Encore (F2) 702.770.7171

Excalibur (C4) 702.597.7777

Flamingo (E3) 702.733.3111

Fortune Hotel & Suites (F4) 702.732.9100

Four Seasons Hotel (B5) 702.632.5000

Gold Coast (C2) 702.367.7111

Harrah’s (E2) 702.369.5000

Hilton Lake Las Vegas 702.567.4700

Horseshoe Las Vegas (E3) 702.967.4222

JW Marriott 702.869.7777

The Linq (E2) 702.731.3311

Luxor (B4) 702.262.4000

M Resort 702.797.1000

Mandalay Bay (A5) 702.632.7777

MGM Grand (D4) 702.891.1111

The Mirage (E2) 702.791.7111

New York–New York (C4) 702.740.6969

NoMad Las Vegas (C3) 833.706.6623

The Orleans (A3) 702.365.7111

OYO Hotel & Casino (D4) 702.739.9000

The Palazzo (F2) 702.607.7777

Palms (C2) 866.752.2236

Paris (D3) 702.946.7000

Park MGM (C3) 702.730.7777

Planet Hollywood (D3) 702.785.5555

Platinum (E3) 702.365.5000

Primm Valley 702.386.7867

Renaissance Las Vegas (G3) 702.784.5700

Resorts World Las Vegas (F2)

702.676.7000

Rio (C2) 702.252.7777

Sahara Las Vegas (G2) 702.761.7000

Sam’s Town 702.456.7777

Silver Sevens (F4) 702.733.7000

Silverton 702.263.7777

South Point 702.796.7111

The STRAT (G2) 702.380.7777

Suncoast 702.636.7111

Treasure Island (E2) 702.894.7111

Tropicana Las Vegas (C4) 702.739.3626

Trump International (F2) 702.982.0000

Tuscany Suites & Casino (E3) 702.893.8933

Vdara (D3) 702.590.2767

The Venetian (E3) 702.414.9000

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas (F4) 702.693.5000

Waldorf Astoria (D3) 702.590.8888

Westgate Las Vegas (H2) 702.732.5111

Westin Las Vegas (E3) 702.836.5900

Westin Lake Las Vegas 702.567.6000

Wynn (F2) 702.770.7000

Driving/Walking

Distances (miles)

Mandalay Bay to Tropicana .8

Tropicana to Flamingo 1

Flamingo to Treasure Island .8

Treasure Island to The STRAT 2.3

The STRAT to Fremont Street 1.8

The STRAT to Mandalay Bay 4.1

Fremont Street to Mandalay Bay 6