Accept it. Right now, you could do with a strong drink.
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S Bar Las Vegas
In Las Vegas, drinking season happens throughout the summer. Actually, drinking in Las Vegas is fantastic year-round. The alternatives are unlimited for excellent drinks, with cocktail lounges, dive bars, speakeasies and brewpubs among the options.
So use the following list - which includes some fascinating newbies who only just opened their doors - as a starting point for the greatest bars in Sin City that you need to know about. Just keep in mind that everyone is struggling right now, even bartenders and servers, so don't be stingy with your tips. There is just one question remaining after considering that. Where should I start?
Red Dwarf
Eastside
Russell Gardner, a native of Las Vegas, is the driving force behind Red Dwarf. He allowed his company to naturally develop into a tiki bar based on the mood, form and aesthetic of the location. It benefits from a certain amount of constraint. No excessive kitsch, no gaming and no smoking, however you are allowed to light up on the patio. A wall covered in old concert posters and an elevated platform that presents live music, including blues, ska, soul and garage rock, both represent the punk rock attitude that underpins much of Red Dwarf's personality. The stage also serves as a temporary living room with a couch and mismatched chairs.
With roughly a hundred rums and creative drinks, some of which are mashups of traditional tiki classics, the huge wraparound bartop is full of angles to promote conversation. The list of craft beers changes often. The Dwarf Piss, a $4 house lager produced in collaboration with Astronomy Aleworks, is the one thing that never changes. It goes nicely with the restaurant's outstanding Detroit-style pizza, which is produced with a light, chewy dough that has been pan-proofed and internally fermented for up to 72 hours.
F The Bar
Downtown
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No, vulgarity is not the inspiration for this bar. The "F" just represents Fergusons Downtown, a former Las Vegas hotel that is now a venue for events, art and retail. It is also known as "The Bar." It was time for it to have a finished bar. In addition to the fantastic build-your-own Old Fashioned program and innovative cocktails, customers may also enjoy the variety of regional beers and low-intervention wines (on display atop the bar counter, making it easy to choose by labels or color). You may bring your laptop to the Bar during the day or go there with pals at night when the lights go down and the atmosphere gets up.
There are blankets and wine carafes available if you just want to relax on the lawn, but the mint green paint job and fake leafage are welcome retro additions.
Booking: Walk-ins only
Aft
Wynn
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This cocktail lounge, sometimes known as a "cocktail deck," was recently added to the Wynn's bar area, replacing Parasol Up with Overlook Lounge and Parasol Down with Bar Parasol. Aft, located between SW Steakhouse and Lakeside on the Lake of Dreams, is a brand-new construction. With beverages having the names of prime locations like Turks & Caicos, Monaco and Ibiza, it has a nautical feel to it. "The Third" drink is a revitalizing concoction of Kahlua, cold-brew espresso and vanilla-infused Absolut Elyx. The more upscale drinks, such as a smokey rum Old Fashioned or a fiery Margarita enhanced with pineapple and mango, mix well with the setting's elegance. And if you really want to go all out, buy the plate of caviar fries.
Booking: Walk-ins only. Aft is heated throughout the summer even with a dozen enormous umbrellas giving shade, so go there when the sun goes down.
Misterio Mezcal Bar
Downtown Arts District
Misterio is not playing games. The little bar, which is situated on the first floor of the shareDOWNTOWN apartment building in the Arts District, offers more than 80 bottles of mezcal as well as a few decent tequilas. Enjoy every drop of the smokey agave spirit by sipping it alone or in one of the 14 house cocktails crafted with locally produced juices, purees and syrups. The Chupacabra recipe, which uses tamarind puree and rosemary syrup, is well-balanced. It combines well with an avocado boat that has been split open and has your choice of meat, chicken or tuna on top. From 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, there is a large happy hour with special prices on some beverages, tacos, nachos, empanadas and ceviche. Regular $10 specials combine Revision beer with a chosen mezcal (produced in Northern Nevada).
Booking: Simply enter and take a seat.
Square Bar
Commercial Center
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The '70s-themed Square Bar is a new anchor tenant in Commercial Center's Orleans Square, which itself doesn't feel like it has altered much over the previous few decades. Square Bar will appeal to those who yearn for the times of pet rocks, disco and early Martin Scorsese. Retro color style and vintage lighting fixtures are used everywhere, whether in the gaming club or the main eating area. Even the restrooms are colorfully adorned with hand-painted murals by regional artisans. Only slightly more modern than a Ms. Pac Man video console is a picture booth. Like the bar itself, the cocktails are a bit unusual.
The Tennessee Banshee nearly has the flavor of a banana milkshake; it's the type of drink you'd have at the roller rink when Peter Frampton is playing. The 24/7 kitchen, run by executive chef Francisco Alvarez, originally of Downtown's unfortunately gone Madero Street Tacos, is Square Bar's hidden weapon, though. At three in the morning, do you want a filet and lobster or bacon-wrapped spam? You go here.
Booking: Square Bar never actually closes, so booking is easy. Visit us at the twice-daily happy hour (3-6 pm and 1-4 am).
S Bar
Mandalay Bay
The first S Bar location that isn't connected to a dining establishment is in Las Vegas. This enables the location, which moved into the former Red Square building, to concentrate on becoming recognized as a chic cocktail lounge with art deco accents. The bar itself is a colorful focal point that stands out in contrast to the gloomy settings. Classics, whether modified or not, are not on Yael Vengroff's cocktail menu since she prefers to highlight original recipes with eye-catching glassware and garnishes. Your cocktail might arrive in a glass that is lit or with a blazing lime on top. The Moonage Daydream, a sweet-and-salty concoction of brandy, peanut, honeydew and tarragon, will fire your attention even more.
S Bar also offers "tableside sips" of booze with house-made mixes (including blackberry, mint and ginger beer... or jalapeño, lemon, lime and agave) for people to pour themselves. This is a novel take on bottle service. Chef Thanawat Bates' menu of elevated bar snacks should not be disregarded.
Booking: Online reservation is possible.
Allē Lounge on 66
Resorts World
All Lounge, formerly known as Starlight on 66, is still situated in a prime location at Resorts World on the 66th level of the Conrad hotel tower. The view is outrageous whether you are looking north (the Strip) or south (the Strat and Downtown), especially at night via floor-to-ceiling windows. Bar seats may be available for walk-ins, but reservations are strongly advised. The menu is laid out like a thick novel, and the entire space has the atmosphere of a private study or library thanks to the plush furnishing, the elegant design and ambience. Pointed at the Strip, there is an antique telescope. On a tableside cart, five distinct Old Fashioneds are prepared. Any choice goes nicely with caviar from the full-service Golden Russian Osteria.
Booking: Just call on the phone for a reservation.
The Tangier
The Sahara
Booking: The bar is geared toward walk-ins 3 pm–2 am daily.
Silver Stamp
Gateway District
The 2,400 square foot beer pub in the Gateway District is the creation of Andrew Smith and Rose Signor, a former manager of Atomic Liquors. In order to get inspiration for the drinks they provide at the bar, the couple, who had spent a combined 15 years living in Downtown Las Vegas, went on a tour back across the United States before continuing on to Bulgaria, Romania, Morocco, Greece and Iceland.
At Silver Stamp, Signor continues the habit he started at Atomic Liquors in Downtown of delivering a selection of sour beers. The 20 beers on tap include rare brews like Dupont Avec Les Bon Voeux Saison from Belgium and Andrew's Hips Don't Lie from Juxta Nomad and Astronomy Aleworks, as well as beers developed especially for Silver Stamp like Funk Yeah Apricot from Beachwood Blendery. There are an additional 50 beers available in cans or bottles.
In addition to antiquated TVs, stone walls and Christmas lights, Signor brought her collection of vintage beer cans to beautify the room.
Even though the pub serves Signor's pickled eggs and hot dogs as appetizers, patrons are welcome to bring their own food.
The bar sits next to the new Atomic Tavern, a spin off of Atomic Liquors.
Booking: Walk on in.
Garagiste Wine Room | Merchant
Downtown Arts District
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The cost of great wine shouldn't be exorbitant. Garagiste, a local wine bar in the Arts District run by two sommeliers with a lengthy experience on the Strip, was founded with that purpose in mind. The already large list, which includes a range of designs, regions, locations and prices, keeps increasing every day. Garagiste makes it a point to support the "minimal intervention" or "natural" wine movement as well as unknown small producers.
Without a single screen in sight, it is an industrial, contemporary place made of brick and glass, however the record player next to the bar is a pleasant addition.(Ask them to select an album.) Despite the absence of a kitchen, charcuterie dishes are offered and you are always welcome to bring in outside food, particularly from Esther's Kitchen across the street. There are more than 20 wines by the glass to keep things interesting if you want to stay a while. Bottles are available to go (with a 50% off retail discount).
Booking: Walk-ins are welcome.
The Laundry Room
Fremont East
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One of the best bars in Las Vegas is The Laundry Room, a secret speakeasy located inside Commonwealth. The drink menu has an excellent blend of exquisite classics and innovative compositions, but it works even better when you ask the bartender to create a special cocktail based on your preferences or terms, such as "smoky," "aggressive" or "Brad Pitt in Fight Club." Keep in mind the ground rules: no PDAs or telephones (although texting is permitted), and due to space limitations, this is one of those establishments that need a reservation.
How can a person get one? Everyone who discovers the laundry room's secret door? Literally sit out and ask some questions in the main Commonwealth area, which throughout the pandemic played with several designs and now has a piano lounge atmosphere and a greater emphasis on beverages, including shareable punch bowls. Don't worry. There is still a terrace on the rooftop.
Booking: Through Seven Rooms.
Atomic Liquors
Downtown
People used to grab a drink, sit on the roof and watch nuclear test explosions take place in the desert at the oldest free-standing bar in Las Vegas (since Nevada was into that type of thing in the 1950s). Atomic Liquors later shut down but reopened in 2012 as a spot for specialty cocktails. Since then, it has become quite popular, and the walls are decorated with objects that illustrate a large portion of Nevada's radioactive past. Atomic Liquors observed a resurgence in demand for expertly made libations following at-home bartending during the pandemic and responded with limited-edition specials that change throughout the season. Two times a year, signature drinks are changed, but the bourbon-based Hunter S. Mash won't be changing. In the Gateway District, Atomic Tavern is a sister dive pub without a menu.
Booking: Walk-ins are accepted.
Delmonico Steakhouse
The Venetian
This Vegas Strip restaurant, Emeril Lagasse's Delmonico Steakhouse, has been open for more than 20 years and a recent refurbishment has made the place brighter. The steaks with Creole flavor were always delicious. What about the beverages, though? With more than 700 selections from nine different nations and an outstanding emphasis on verticals, the restaurant boasts one of the top whiskey and spirits menus in not only Las Vegas but the whole country. This is the stuff that is difficult to get elsewhere. If you don't need dinner, take a seat in the lounge and ask your bartender for advice. Not a fan of brown liquors? Delmonico offers 2,400 different wine options.
The booking is done online.
Downtown Cocktail Room
Downtown
The Downtown Cocktail Room introduced unique, complex cocktails that were influenced by other places that were ahead of the curve when Las Vegas was all about sweet drinks and bottle service. Four or five times a year, the staff works in a mixology "lab" to produce innovative beverages that come and go from the menu. Nothing is off bounds, even mezcals and absinthe, and everything may be used as garnish (including on at least one occasion, house-made chips and salsa). Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m., drinks are half off. A secret bar-within-a-bar with a more laid-back atmosphere, its own menu and a side alley entrance is called Mike Morey's Sip'n'Tip.
Booking: Walk-ins are welcome.
Herbs & Rye
Off-Strip
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When in Vegas, we once inquired about the best bars for after-hours cocktails. They all replied, "Herbs & Rye." It is commonly mentioned as one of the top bars in Vegas and the whole nation as the cocktail bar by which all others are measured. This is due to the fact that every bartender at this establishment values and comprehends the tradition and history of classic drinks. From 1776 until the present, the menu is separated into several American historical periods (touching on prohibition, tiki and Rat Pack periods for example). Your emphasis should be focused on the rear bar alone since it has liqueurs, spirits and mixers that are difficult to get elsewhere. Feel free to bring challenges to the team, who are always striving to create something fresh and original using the tools at their disposal. Pasta and steaks are served (with the latter being offered during a recent happy hour extension - one of the greatest in Las Vegas) as part of the menu. The sister steakhouse Cleaver is easier to get a last-minute reservation at and has a comparable but smaller beverage menu.
Booking: Through their website.
The Sand Dollar Lounge
Chinatown & Downtown
There are two ways to take in this vibrant, neighborhood-friendly idea. As a pillar of Chinatown, the original Sand Dollar Lounge is a genuine piece of Vegas history with a history of live music that dates back to 1976. The cocktail menu is seasonal and has a lot of creative variations that pair well with the in-house pizzas created by Chris Decker of Metro Pizza using a special dough. The Sand Dollar Downtown idea has recently expanded to include a larger music stage, a lighted side entrance, additional beverages and food from Pop-Up Pizza at the Plaza next to Fremont Street.
Booking: Walk-ins are accepted.
Velveteen Rabbit
Downtown Arts District
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Velveteen Rabbit is a social drinking establishment that appreciates the importance of an extensive beer list and the art of the artisan cocktail. It was founded by two sisters who simply wanted a nice place to hang out. Although the antique furniture collection doesn't entirely fit, it appears to complement the unique atmosphere of the room perfectly. It's challenging to find a bar that is so supportive of the Arts District neighborhood while brewing some of the most inventive and imaginative cocktails anywhere in Las Vegas, especially one with local artwork on the walls and a history of supporting up-and-coming performers. House drinks are $12 during the daily happy hour from 5-7 pm, and Montucky beer with a shot of rye is $8.
Booking: Just walk in.
Rosina
Venetian
The Venetian Cocktail Collective has three sister bars, one of which being Rosina. All are excellent, but Rosina is a cozy, sophisticated art-deco establishment that specializes in traditional drinks and has ice and glassware to match, as opposed to The Dorsey and Electra, which have a high-energy ambiance to match their creative cocktails. This is the place to go if you want a Dark 'n Stormy or an Airmail made properly. It's really entertaining to receive a classic Mai Tai in a skull. Inquire about the most recent hidden menu, which offers altered versions of classic drinks including the Mint Julep, Old Fashioned, Manhattan and Champagne cocktails. From 11 p.m. until 2 a.m., a secret menu called "Shh" is made available to night owls.
Booking: Done online.
Legacy Club
Circa
Amazing views and great beverages. The Circa resort on Fremont Street's 60th level is home to The Legacy Club. This penthouse venue heavily relies on masculine swagger with a large whiskey selection, artwork commemorating Vegas gambling magnates and a display of gold bars. However, the Legacy Club is really one of the top spots in Vegas to bring a date. Don't take suggestions lightly because the bartenders are informed about the menu (a welcome variation from other cocktail establishments on the Strip). The Nevadan uses Frey Ranch rye that was distilled on a farm in upstate New York, living up to its name. Enjoy one on the terrace or in the interior lounge.
Booking: Through their website.
Ada's
Tivoli Village
The wine list at James Trees' wine bar is interesting, reasonably priced and was selected with participation from the whole service staff under the direction of sommelier Kat Thomas. There is a strong focus on small producers. There are choices for everyone with approximately 100 bottles and more than 20 wines by the glass. Even beer, if you want that. The best part is that Ada's lacks pretentiousness. Simply said, it's a pleasant, carefree spot to hang out. Chef de cuisine Jackson Stamper's tapas menu include Argentinian-inspired skirt steak, imported cheese and charcuterie as well as a number of Spanish-inspired snacks.
Booking: Walk-ins are accepted.
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