Guidebook for Las Vegas
Food Scene
The first half of this list are all local eats in our Southwest neighborhood. The ones listed in the back half are a little farther out, but if you’re in those areas check them out!
Chicken fried steak with the spicy "MAAD Hot" style is bonkers. Wings and waffles, Mac n' Cheese chicken waffle sando... get it!
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Mama Bird Southern Kitchen
10550 Southern Highlands PkwyChicken fried steak with the spicy "MAAD Hot" style is bonkers. Wings and waffles, Mac n' Cheese chicken waffle sando... get it!
I haven't found this particular tea anywhere else. The taro slush and Hokkaido-Okinawa combo tea with sea salt cream will have you coming every day.
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brew TEA BAR
7380 S Rainbow BlvdI haven't found this particular tea anywhere else. The taro slush and Hokkaido-Okinawa combo tea with sea salt cream will have you coming every day.
Southwest spot for duck noodles and roast pork belly. Pro tip: get here several minutes before opening for the waitlist.
Win Kee HK BBQ & Noodle
7960 S Rainbow BlvdSouthwest spot for duck noodles and roast pork belly. Pro tip: get here several minutes before opening for the waitlist.
Ono grindz! The poke (Cali and Hawaiian are out of this world). Salmon pork belly is so melt-worthy. Garlic fried chicken hits and squid luau for the true islanders.
Opulicious
470 East Windmill LaneOno grindz! The poke (Cali and Hawaiian are out of this world). Salmon pork belly is so melt-worthy. Garlic fried chicken hits and squid luau for the true islanders.
The only Zippy's outside of Hawaii is here on the Ninth Island! The lines can get crazy, but the zip pacs and chili spaghetti are worth it.
Zippy's
The only Zippy's outside of Hawaii is here on the Ninth Island! The lines can get crazy, but the zip pacs and chili spaghetti are worth it.
The newest branch of this hand cut or torn noodle spot resides in Southwest’s new Durango Resort.
Shang Artisan Noodle - Durango Resort
The newest branch of this hand cut or torn noodle spot resides in Southwest’s new Durango Resort.
Awesome Hawaiian inspired breakfast… big fan of the chili moco, banana fosters pancakes and cookie butter French toast. Pro tip- you can get a stack of any pancakes as a side to your main dish.
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BabyStacks Cafe 5 (Blue Diamond)
8090 Blue Diamond RoadAwesome Hawaiian inspired breakfast… big fan of the chili moco, banana fosters pancakes and cookie butter French toast. Pro tip- you can get a stack of any pancakes as a side to your main dish.
Another local brunch joint that hits the spot. Grab a skillet if you’re super hungry and get a trio of breakfast carbs for the table. Pro tip: The orange juice is a must, so order a carafe.
Whidbey’s a daytime eatery
Another local brunch joint that hits the spot. Grab a skillet if you’re super hungry and get a trio of breakfast carbs for the table. Pro tip: The orange juice is a must, so order a carafe.
Mr. Mamas Breakfast And Lunch
5693 S Jones BlvdGreat cinnamon bun!
Be sure to order your dog with the lobster roll bun. And try the churro ice cream to wash it all down!
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Dirt Dog
8390 S Rainbow BlvdBe sure to order your dog with the lobster roll bun. And try the churro ice cream to wash it all down!
Mother Falafel
6375 South Rainbow BoulevardThe shawarma and falafel are so tasty.
Weera Thai - Rainbow
Beautiful space meets an amazing menu in SW’s best Thai joint.
Look for the line of cars pulling up to this truck at dusk. The birria queso tacos are money. Pro tip: don’t forget to order the consommé for dipping.
Street Tacos Al Vapor
Look for the line of cars pulling up to this truck at dusk. The birria queso tacos are money. Pro tip: don’t forget to order the consommé for dipping.
Weekend brunch is awesome. And so is the New Mexico slow cooked pork.
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DW Bistro
9275 W Russell RdWeekend brunch is awesome. And so is the New Mexico slow cooked pork.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Southwest
5020 Blue Diamond RdGyro madness...
You won’t find better deals for food in Southwest Vegas. Ask for their daily special. Fish n’ chips and chicken pot pie are 🔥
Village Pub
10150 South Rainbow BoulevardYou won’t find better deals for food in Southwest Vegas. Ask for their daily special. Fish n’ chips and chicken pot pie are 🔥
The pork belly and soft shell crab baos are legit. Lunch special includes some amazing fries and a drink. Turn the corner for Brew Tea Bar post-meal.
The Bao Spot
The pork belly and soft shell crab baos are legit. Lunch special includes some amazing fries and a drink. Turn the corner for Brew Tea Bar post-meal.
Bonchon Chicken
6455 S Rainbow BlvdKorean Fried Chicken!
Jollibee
Spicy fried chicken and peach mango pies. Not for the weak.
Pineapple Park
10550 Southern Highlands ParkwayDole whip for those hot Vegas summers!
The absolute best cookie in Vegas- now sold inside Magnum Coffee on Sunset.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Company
1335 Sunset RoadThe absolute best cookie in Vegas- now sold inside Magnum Coffee on Sunset.
Hola Mexican | Cocina + Cantina
10530 Southern Highlands ParkwaySolid Mexican fare!
Don't forget to grab a banana nut muffin! Pro tip: check Groupon to see if they’re offering a deal.
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Egg Works
6960 S Rainbow BlvdDon't forget to grab a banana nut muffin! Pro tip: check Groupon to see if they’re offering a deal.
JJANGA Steak & Sushi
6125 S Fort Apache RdAYCE sushi is legit in Vegas!
The local food scene... bacon wrapped dates for the win.
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Firefly* Tapas Kitchen & Bar - Southwest
7355 S Buffalo DrThe local food scene... bacon wrapped dates for the win.
Squeeze In
5165 South Fort Apache RoadExcellent brunch in a kitschy space.
Hokaido Sushi
6015 S Fort Apache RdNaughty specialty rolls, but so good!
Can't decide if you want healthy or hearty? The menu here is split down the middle.
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SkinnyFATS
8680 W Warm Springs RdCan't decide if you want healthy or hearty? The menu here is split down the middle.
Greens and Proteins Rainbow
6375 S Rainbow BlvdPost workout!
Everyone loves Lotus of Siam, but we're partial to Arawan. Their unique take on Thai dishes is worth the price tag.
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Arawan Thai Bistro and Dessert
953 E Sahara AveEveryone loves Lotus of Siam, but we're partial to Arawan. Their unique take on Thai dishes is worth the price tag.
Vietnamese food isn’t limited to pho- get a taste of traditional fare such as hu tieu, banh cuon and banh beo. Pro tip: call in an order of the banh bao before 8am for pickup later in the day. It sells out quick!
Cô Anh Sandwich & Noodle Kitchen
4725 Spring Mountain RoadVietnamese food isn’t limited to pho- get a taste of traditional fare such as hu tieu, banh cuon and banh beo. Pro tip: call in an order of the banh bao before 8am for pickup later in the day. It sells out quick!
If you don't want to drive to Chinatown, the Hu Tieu Xao Sate is a nice surprise on the House Special menu.
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Pho Saigon 8
9055 S Eastern AveIf you don't want to drive to Chinatown, the Hu Tieu Xao Sate is a nice surprise on the House Special menu.
Head to Chinatown- This place has awesome Vietnamese food until the wee hours of the morning.
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Viet Noodle Bar
5288 W Spring Mountain RdHead to Chinatown- This place has awesome Vietnamese food until the wee hours of the morning.
Head to Vegas' Chinatown aka Spring Mountain area to get the best bowl of Bun Bo Hue or Bun w/ shrimp cake.
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Pho Bosa Restaurant
3711 S Valley View BlvdHead to Vegas' Chinatown aka Spring Mountain area to get the best bowl of Bun Bo Hue or Bun w/ shrimp cake.
Crown Bakery
4355 Spring Mountain RdChinatown has some amazing Korean pastries- The red bean buns and custard donuts.
88 Noodle Papa
4276 Spring Mountain RdCurry beef stew!
Asian BBQ & Noodle
3400 S Jones BlvdGet here early for the roast duck and roast pork belly. Cash only.
Oodle Noodle
4449 W Flamingo RdUdon with uni is divine.
If you dig spicy, order the Chengdu Zajiang noodles. The steamed egg and minced pork is a great starter.
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Mian
4355 Spring Mountain RdIf you dig spicy, order the Chengdu Zajiang noodles. The steamed egg and minced pork is a great starter.
Manan Bakery
6680 W Flamingo RdThis Armenian bakery has amazing Napoleons.
Head towards Henderson for the authentic ono grindz. Outstanding loco moco, kalua pork & cabbage, spam musubi, malasadas and butter and poi mochi. The poke counter in the back is fresh.
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Island Sushi & Grill
9400 S Eastern AveHead towards Henderson for the authentic ono grindz. Outstanding loco moco, kalua pork & cabbage, spam musubi, malasadas and butter and poi mochi. The poke counter in the back is fresh.
I imagine this custard is what stuff tasted like back in the 60s. Grab some after ordering Hawaiian from Island Grill and Sushi.
Nielsen's Frozen Custard
9480 S Eastern AveI imagine this custard is what stuff tasted like back in the 60s. Grab some after ordering Hawaiian from Island Grill and Sushi.
The neon lights inside match the diversity of Vegas tourists and locals. 24/7 eats.
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Peppermill's Fireside Lounge
2985 Las Vegas Blvd SThe neon lights inside match the diversity of Vegas tourists and locals. 24/7 eats.
Long lines, but the creme brulee milkshake may be the best I've had.
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Gordon Ramsay Burger
3667 S Las Vegas BlvdLong lines, but the creme brulee milkshake may be the best I've had.
It's smack dab in the middle of the Palace Station Casino and there's usually a very long line (except for breakfast). The pan roast is worth it.
Pro tip: stand in line around 9-9:30am for the shortest wait.
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Oyster Bar
1301 W Sunset RdIt's smack dab in the middle of the Palace Station Casino and there's usually a very long line (except for breakfast). The pan roast is worth it.
Pro tip: stand in line around 9-9:30am for the shortest wait.
Downtown Vegas is where you can find these cheap and delicious Venezuelan sandwiches. Get the "reina" or pork butt arepa and don’t forget the plantains.
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Viva Las Arepas
1616 S Las Vegas BlvdDowntown Vegas is where you can find these cheap and delicious Venezuelan sandwiches. Get the "reina" or pork butt arepa and don’t forget the plantains.
Best brunch in Vegas. Head downtown to eat with the locals. Everything on the menu is solid, but order the cinnamon biscuits with strawberries is a must.
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707 E Carson AveBest brunch in Vegas. Head downtown to eat with the locals. Everything on the menu is solid, but order the cinnamon biscuits with strawberries is a must.
Another great brunch spot in downtown. Lemon poppyseed pancakes are awesome- ask for extra blueberry compote.
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MTO Café
500 S Main StAnother great brunch spot in downtown. Lemon poppyseed pancakes are awesome- ask for extra blueberry compote.
Elevated Mexican cuisine in Summerlin- the lobster enchiladas and stuffed chile relleno are what dreams are made of.
Salúd Mexican Bístro and Tequílería
8125 W Sahara AveElevated Mexican cuisine in Summerlin- the lobster enchiladas and stuffed chile relleno are what dreams are made of.
Perform and Recover Smoothie Bar
2360 South Rainbow BoulevardHigh quality acai bowls, smoothies and juices.
Essentials
Walmart Grocery Pickup and Delivery
Supercenter for all your needs
Albertsons
7350 S Rainbow BlvdWalgreens Pharmacy
3821 W Flamingo RdVons
7405 S Durango DrEntertainment & Activities
O, Mystere, Ka, Michael Jackson, Beatles- the pricey admission is well worth it when you see these professionals fly. Check each show's online booking for seasonal deals.
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Cirque du Soleil
1151 Grier DriveO, Mystere, Ka, Michael Jackson, Beatles- the pricey admission is well worth it when you see these professionals fly. Check each show's online booking for seasonal deals.
I don’t want to give too much away, so just go. Tickets aren’t cheap, but this experience is unique and you can stay as long as you like. Pro tip: don’t do too much research into it- you’ll spoil the wonders.
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Omega Mart
3215 S Rancho DrI don’t want to give too much away, so just go. Tickets aren’t cheap, but this experience is unique and you can stay as long as you like. Pro tip: don’t do too much research into it- you’ll spoil the wonders.
Wet'n'Wild Las Vegas
7055 S Fort Apache RdKeep cool in the Vegas heat.
The local casino features concerts, comedians and a Cinemark theater.
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Kasino på South Point Hotel
9777 S Las Vegas BlvdThe local casino features concerts, comedians and a Cinemark theater.
Located inside the Orleans Casino, the leather seats here recline nearly all the way back!
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Century Orleans 18
4500 W Tropicana AveLocated inside the Orleans Casino, the leather seats here recline nearly all the way back!
Tricky puzzle rooms are best with groups. See if they've got a Groupon special.
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Escapology Escape Rooms Las Vegas
2797 S Maryland PkwyTricky puzzle rooms are best with groups. See if they've got a Groupon special.
There's several booths around town. Ticket prices for shows drop last minute.
Tix4Tonight- Showcase Mall
3791 S Las Vegas BlvdThere's several booths around town. Ticket prices for shows drop last minute.
T-Mobile Arena
3780 Las Vegas Blvd SCatch a UFC event, a concert or Golden Knights hockey.
Cobra Kai Jiu Jitsu South
7060 W Sunset RdA great place to drop in if you're into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Bonnie Springs Ranch
16395 Bonnie Springs RdCool petting zoo with unique animals.
Catch the Raiders during football season or a big time concert at the stadium reminiscent of the Death Star.
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Allegiant Stadium Way
Allegiant Stadium WayCatch the Raiders during football season or a big time concert at the stadium reminiscent of the Death Star.
Parks & Nature
Great trail for walking or running. Equipment for an outdoor workout. Enjoy a picnic or hop in a soccer game.
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Mountains Edge Regional Park
8101 W Mountains Edge PkwyGreat trail for walking or running. Equipment for an outdoor workout. Enjoy a picnic or hop in a soccer game.
Hike up the mountain at the north end. Splash area to cool down.
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Exploration Peak Park
9275 S Buffalo DrHike up the mountain at the north end. Splash area to cool down.
For the serious hiker, there's over 25 trails. Also good for climbers and bikers.
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Red Rock Canyon besøkssenter
1000 Scenic Loop DrFor the serious hiker, there's over 25 trails. Also good for climbers and bikers.
Sightseeing
Experience downtown Vegas, complete with street artists and a zipline above the entire street.
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Fremont Street-opplevelsen
425 E Fremont StExperience downtown Vegas, complete with street artists and a zipline above the entire street.
Instrumental in the revitalization of downtown. Check out First Fridays if you're in town.
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Art District
Instrumental in the revitalization of downtown. Check out First Fridays if you're in town.
Shopping
Town Square Las Vegas
6605 S Las Vegas BlvdOutdoor mall where the locals go.
Mall on the strip. There's a Garrett's of Chicago Popcorn here! Go to Gordon Ramsay Burger next door at Planet Hollywood after shopping.
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Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
3708 Las Vegas Blvd SMall on the strip. There's a Garrett's of Chicago Popcorn here! Go to Gordon Ramsay Burger next door at Planet Hollywood after shopping.
Getting Around
7135 Gilespie St
7135 Gilespie StreetThis gets you around the strip if you're tired of walking. But why not walk? Experience Vegas and build up an appetite.
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Las Vegas Monorail
Las Vegas MonorailThis gets you around the strip if you're tired of walking. But why not walk? Experience Vegas and build up an appetite.