Las Vegas is an amazing melting pot of personalities and that’s thankfully represented in menus around town. From celebrity chefs to hole-in-the-wall eateries, you could dine 24-hours a day. So when hunger strikes, tempt your taste buds with variety for the most memorable experience. In no particular order, these top restaurants are sure to satisfy your cravings in Sin City.
Best Buffet on The Strip: Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace
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Caesars’ Bacchanal Buffet combines fine dining quality and presentation with the joy of buffet selection. Fill your seafood craving with succulent crab legs and oysters on the half shell. Dig into slow-cooked meats at the carving station, or keep it light with sushi and ramen selections. The atmosphere here is warm and welcoming and equally suited for families or date nights. Avoid waiting in a lengthy line by upgrading with an express pass. For the best deal on The Strip, consider a Buffet of Buffets Pass for 24-hour access to Bacchanal and five other buffets.
Best Cocktail Bar: Skyfall Lounge
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Soar to the 64th floor of Delano during an incredible glass elevator ride then take in the best skyline views of Las Vegas, found only at Skyfall Lounge. Stay inside and enjoy the scenery thanks to floor to ceiling glass, or dip outside to the heated patio for a panoramic vision. While cocktails are on the pricier end, there’s no cover charge and the setting is totally worth it. Pair an Old Fashioned or Martini with upscale small plates, and enjoy background tunes while easily carrying on conversation.
Best Brunch: Honey Salt
Trade in neon lights and turn off the sound of slot machines, because Honey Salt is a charming farm-to-table eatery whose only focus is sharing the simple pleasure of food. This light and airy establishment is great for families or a date night equally. Their menu highlights local, seasonal ingredients with a bounty of shared plates and generous entrees. Join them for weekend brunch to sip bottomless bubbles alongside sweet and savory selections.
Best Late-Night Pizza: Pin-Up Pizza
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It’s 3 a.m. and you have a serious craving. Head to Pin-Up Pizza located on The Strip just outside of Planet Hollywood. But be forewarned: these thin crust New York-style slices are huge, so bring an appetite. You might be drawn to classics like cheese or pepperoni, but the chicken and spinach slice is a crowd-pleaser worth a try. Any time day or night, pull up a chair on their patio for a great people-watching spot.
Best Celebrity Chef Venue: Hell's Kitchen
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Celebrity chef restaurants are everywhere in Vegas, but if you can only choose one for a splurge night out make it Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen. Here you’ll find all the televised favorites including Beef Wellington and savory lobster risotto, but the menu is incredibly diverse with crispy skin salmon, main course salads, and a mouthwatering sticky toffee pudding. The vibe here is light and contemporary, without pretension, and red and blue kitchen teams work in perfect harmony.
Best Bakery: Freed's Bakery
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Las Vegas residents know Freed’s Bakery as the go-to venue for elaborate birthday and wedding cakes, but you don’t need a special occasion to visit this sweet shop. For less than $3, you can sink your teeth into a decadent buttercream-frosted cupcake. All dressed up and nowhere to go? Order a single slice of multi-layered wedding cake for a satisfied party of one. Or pick up a selection of chocolate dipped strawberries for your romantic night in. Good to know: Freed’s offers gluten-free and keto-friendly options.
Best Coffee Shop: Sunrise Coffee House
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Beyond the sparse storefront exterior, you’ll immediately note the warm and welcoming atmosphere of this cozy coffee shop. Owners Juanny and Josh Walter roast their beans at Mothership Coffee, but you don’t need to drive to Henderson to enjoy their small-batch flavors. Here at Sunrise, you’ll find the perfect spot to converse with friends or read a book without distraction. In addition to classic coffeehouse favorites, their vegan and gluten-free friendly menu includes lavender lattes and Matcha frappes, along with yogurt parfaits, scones, and burritos.
Best Fine Dining: Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
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Family-owned since 1985, Ferraro’s is the ultimate venue for fine dining and authentic Italian fare representing several unique regional tastes. Whether you pop in for dinner before a show or settle in to enjoy the late night menu, Ferraro’s is known for their exceptional service with knowledgeable wait staff and sommeliers who will attentively listen to your tastes and find you just the right pairing from their massive selection of wine. Reservations are recommended for dinner.
Best Vegan Fare: VegeNation
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This vibrant eatery boasts that absolutely everything on the menu is cooked with 100 percent plant-based ingredients. Come here for stuffed bao buns and coconut curry bowls, but assure your skeptical friends they’ll find comfort in classics like pizza, tacos, and sandwiches, too. There’s a pleasant community vibe here with natural light filling the spacious dining area and the wallet-friendly menu is encouraging for sampling a variety of Chef Donald Lemperle’s creations.
Best Burger Joint: Bobby's Burger Palace
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Vegas has no shortage of quality burgers, but you’ll find one of the juiciest bangs for your buck on The Strip thanks to Chef Bobby Flay. And while you might think burger equates to beef, Flay also offers turkey, chicken, and veggie variations. Looking for a classic? Go for the Crunchburger, simple in its execution with American cheese and potato chips layered inside for that extra wow factor. Load it to your taste with BBP sauces, and pair with a Shake of the Month.
Best Ramen: Monta Noodle House
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This quaint little eatery tucked in a strip mall may be a challenge to find, but it’s worth the scavenger hunt. Their specialty is Kurume-style ramen served with a flavorful pork based broth and thin noodles, but you’ll also find delicately stuffed gyoza dumplings and a variety of rice bowls. Plus, everything on the menu is less than $10, so you’ll feel satisfied in more ways than one.
Best Interactive Dining: Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas
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If you want a calm, quiet dinner this may not be your go-to but if you enjoy a little lively entertainment during an impressive dinner, head to Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas. Live music accompanies meal time every day of the week at this German-Bavarian beer hall. Community-style seating means you’ll always have someone to cheer with, so come prepared for a lively time featuring a giant Alphorn as you devour pretzels, schnitzel, and sausage.
Best Taco Joint: Maui Tacos
Las Vegas is sometimes referred to as the “ninth island” as it houses the largest Hawaiian population outside of Hawaii. So it’s no surprise to find island influence in neighborhood eateries, and Maui Tacos is one of the latest additions to bring island flavor to town. Pair fish tacos with a rainbow mango salad, or dig into a hefty serving of Hawaiian barbeque pork piled atop nachos for a satisfying Maui-Mex combination. Plus, everything on the kid's menu is less than $5.
Best Food Court Bite: Lobster ME
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If you find yourself working up an appetite during a daylong stroll in one of The Strip’s famous shopping nooks, know that a food court lunch doesn’t have to be dull. In fact, you may find a surprising treat not particularly local to Vegas, yet so very Sin City in its decadence: lobster. More specifically, a buttery lobster roll from Lobster ME. This is the perfect hand-held mid-day bite for its splurge appeal, yet so wonderfully satisfying in its heft thanks to the accompanying sides. For lighter fare, try a crispy shrimp taco.
Best Atmosphere: Peppermill Fireside Lounge
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Hands down, one of the most legendary eateries in Las Vegas is the Peppermill Fireside Lounge as it has that wonderfully classic vibe going on in spades. Since 1972, Peppermill has been entertaining guests in true Vegas form: there’s video poker at the bar, floor to ceiling neon lights, toasty fireside seating for cocktail gatherings, and a pretty stellar menu, too. Classic breakfasts like steak and eggs, deli sandwiches for lunch, and ribeye steak for dinner all add up to comfort food in a classic venue.
