Lucky Dragon Heads to the Auction Block by Susan Stappleton

In the market for a Chinese-themed resort? Lucky Dragon, which closed its restaurants and casino earlier this month, heads into foreclosure after just over a year in business. The resort received a default notice in September for a $90 million loan and goes on the auction block on Feb. 6, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

The first resort built from the ground up since Cosmopolitan in 2010 allegedly owes millions to its lead building contractor, while staff was laid off.

The resort’s developer, Andrew Fonfa, borrowed $90 million to complete construction on the 2.5-acre resort that features a nine-story hotel and a 27,500-square-foot casino as well as Dragon’s Alley, the night market at the resort, Pearl Ocean with its dim sum menu for lunch and dinner, Phoenix with a focus on modern Chinese fare, and Bao Nowwith its casual dishes. Fonfa, who also owns neighboring Allure residential building, also used the EB-5 foreign investor program that promises green cards for investors to finance the project.

CLINT HOLMES AND EARL TURNER TO PERFORM THE ‘SOUNDTRACKS’ OF OUR LIVES IN SOUNDTRACK: YOUR SONGS. OUR STORIES. THE SHOW. AT WESTGATE LAS VEGAS RESORT & CASINO

Celebrated entertainers Clint Holmes and Earl Turner are taking the stage together to celebrate the ‘soundtrack’ of our lives inSOUNDTRACK: Your Songs. Our Stories. The Show. The latest collaboration between these two Las Vegas legendswill debut inside the famed Westgate International Theater at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 7 p.m.

SOUNDTRACK: Your Songs. Our Stories. The Show. combines the talents of two of Las Vegas’ most beloved and highly-regarded entertainers, Clint Holmes and Earl Turner. Based on the music of our lives, past and present, Earl and Clint will combine their unique energy, voices, humor and life experiences to bring new life to the music that makes up the soundtracks of our lives. The audience will reminisce to songs that make us all ‘remember when’ and celebrate the music of some of today’s great contemporary artists. These two entertainers have often shared each other’s stages as headliners and for more than two decades, lent their voices to each other’s award-winning shows. Now, having combined their talents on the same stage and in the same show, there will be no doubt in Las Vegas as to the city’s most entertaining and organic vocal experience. Featuring a live eight-piece band and the musical direction of Christian Tamburr, a three-time Down Beat Magazine Music Award winner, this musical performance will rock the historic International Westgate Theater.

Whether on the stage solo or complimenting one another, these artists will bring back a feeling of “old Vegas” in a show that brings audiences the best of yesterday and today. Featuring hit songs from Michael Jackson, Al Green, Bruno Mars, Blake Shelton, Bill Withers and Irving Berlin, among others, the show will also highlight female vocalist Serena Henry, whose credits include performing with Gladys Knight and Smokey Robinson. This high-energy performance will pay tribute to musical greats such as Stevie Wonder and Prince, as well as Las Vegas legends, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. SOUNDTRACK: Your Songs. Our Stories. The Show. will showcase an ever-changing repertoire of iconic musical favorites, including “You’ve Got a Friend” and “Yesterday.”

Clint Holmes is simply one of the country’s finest vocalists. A consummate entertainer, performer and recording artist, Holmes scored a number-one hit in 1972 with “Playground in My Mind.” He has established a long resume of accolades and accomplishments, including “Singer of the Year” in both Las Vegas and New York City. His latest album Rendezvous was nominated for two Grammy® Awards in 2018.

Earl Turner, a multi-talented singer, songwriter, musician, dancer and actor, saw the Las Vegas Review-Journal name him “Male Vocalist of the Year” and “Las Vegas’ Most Dynamic Performer.” A 30-year veteran of Las Vegas showrooms and countless casino theaters across the country, Turner was honored when Harrah’s New Orleans Hotel and Casino named a showroom for him during his multi-year engagement and he was inducted in the New Orleans Music Hall of Fame.

The chemistry and camaraderie of these two powerful performers will provide an explosive and unforgettable evening of entertainment. SOUNDTRACK: Your Songs. Our Stories. The Show. will quickly become a musical happening not to be missed. SOUNDTRACK: Your Songs. Our Stories. The Show. will perform Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. inside the International Westgate Theater at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, beginning Wednesday. February 14, 2018. Tickets are $48, $58, $78 and $98 plus tax and fees and can be purchased at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Box Office at (800) 222-5361 or online atwww.westgatelasvegas.com.

Big Apple Coaster Pushes High-Tech Thrills to Cosmic Levels with New Virtual Reality Experience

Fasten your safety belts and prepare for liftoff! New York-New York Hotel & Casino will take attraction rides to new levels when The Big Apple Coaster Virtual Reality Experience debuts February 7. The first of its kind in Las Vegas, this white-knuckle ride high above The Strip will combine thrill-seekers’ need for speed with advanced, immersive graphics, resulting in a 4D experience that’s out of this world.

The first virtual reality ride to incorporate popular current landmarks into its creative visuals, the ride combines real G forces, drops and the high speed of The Big Apple Coaster to create an unforgettable experience.

The adventure begins as riders are equipped with virtual reality headsets, and they take on the role of a scientist in hot pursuit of an alien that escaped their research facility. The chase soars high above the Nevada desert and up the Las Vegas Strip, all virtually, of course.

“The Big Apple Coaster has provided heart-racing excitement to millions of visitors,” said Cynthia Kiser Murphey, president and chief operating officer of New York-New York. “Combining leading-edge technology with the thrill of our coaster overlooking the Las Vegas Strip, we are now able to offer visitors an experience that is new, adrenaline-inducing and something you can only find at New York-New York.”

This new experience was designed by VR Coaster®, the world’s leading creator of virtual reality enhancements on thrill rides. The coaster’s passenger trains are equipped with sensors that use wireless connectivity to precisely synchronize the virtual reality creative visuals with the real ride. This advanced, lightweight technology was developed to withstand the ups, downs, dives and loops of a roller coaster without losing connection to the virtual reality headsets. The experience utilizes VR Coaster’s unique graphic system, “Hybrid VR,” to deliver 3D footage in 4K resolution at 60 frames per second for high-quality visuals and a more immersive ride.

Thomas Wagner, co-founder and managing partner of VR Coaster, said, “We’re very proud to have had the opportunity to work on such an iconic attraction. The creative freedom New York-New York gave us on all aspects of the ride, from storyboards to the final virtual reality application, was invaluable. Our most exciting accomplishment with this experience was the fact that we had never before incorporated three completely different environments into a single ride… the research facility, the desert and The Strip… each with its own creative and technical challenges.”

Measuring 4,777 ft. in track length, The Big Apple Coaster is the longest roller coaster in the world equipped with virtual reality. The coaster also is the world’s first to feature a 180-degree “heartline” twist and dive maneuver. This, along with loops, negative Gs and top speed of 67 mph, gives guests a thrilling Las Vegas Strip experience.

Murphey said, “We are thrilled our partnership with VR Coaster allowed us to bring this new, exciting opportunity to New York-New York, and we couldn’t be happier with the relationship or results. And for guests who adore The Big Apple Coaster just the way it is, or aren’t quite ready for the virtual reality option, never fear. You can still enjoy the experience just the way you want it.”

Tickets are $20 for The Big Apple Coaster Virtual Reality Experience and $15 to ride the roller coaster the traditional way. All passengers must be at least 54” to ride and a minimum of 13 years old to ride with virtual reality.

For more information, call (702) 740-6616 or visit mgmresorts.com/nyny.

Music Icon Cher Debuts “Believe” Fountains Show at World-Famous Fountains of Bellagio

A music icon officially met an iconic Las Vegas landmark last night when the Goddess of Pop, Cher, arrived at the world-famous Fountains of Bellagioto debut a new fountains show to her hit song, “Believe.” Cher, joined by MGM Resorts International and AEG Presents executives, viewed the new show for the first time alongside hundreds of fans gathered at the Strip-side attraction.

“It’s an honor to be part of the MGM Resorts entertainment family and to be included in such a spectacular landmark on the Las Vegas Strip,” said Cher.

Launching her career in the 1960s as part of Sonny & Cher, the Oscar, Emmy, GRAMMY and Golden Globe Award-winning iconic star made unprecedented strides in what had long been a male-dominated industry. A worldwide superstar for more than five decades, Cher has sold more than 100 million records and conquered more challenges than a handful of other talents combined – recording, concerts, film, Broadway acting, television and directing.

Cher partnered with MGM Resorts International in 2016 to launch an exclusive extended engagement to perform at Park Theater, located at Monte Carlo in Las Vegas, and at The Theater at MGM National Harbor in Maryland. Since the premiere of CLASSIC CHER in February 2017, the over-the-top spectacle that celebrates the Cher’s phenomenal 50-year career has continued to receive rave reviews from across the globe, being hailed as a MUST-SEE show by critics and audiences.

CLASSIC CHER performances are currently running through February 3 and May 2 – 19 at Park Theater at Monte Carlo as well as February 17 – 25 at The Theater at MGM National Harbor.

The GRAMMY Award-winning song is the newest show choreographed by WET, the original Fountains’ creators. WET Executive Designer & Director of Choreography Peter Kopik carefully choreographed the show ensuring the rapid water movements matched the same vigorous energy showcased in the instantly recognizable song. The Fountains of Bellagio is complimentary with daily performances that rotate more than 30 songs.

THE TWILIGHT ZONE BY MONSTER MINI GOLF – BALLY’S LAS VEGAS


​At first, it seems an odd fit, the seminal mind-bender of television shows and one of America’s favorite family past times. But the juxtaposition of “The Twilight Zone” and miniature golf proves to be a delightful experience as you play 18 warped holes at Bally’s Las Vegas.

As with all mini golf courses, what you’re looking for is the combination of adhering to the promised theme, the level of intrigue / difficulty of the course and the overall fun factor.

The Twilight Zone by Monster Mini Golf goes big on trying to set the correct mood. This course is, after all, designed by the same company that lets players use their “Love Guns” aka putters to try and sink holes-in-one at KISS by Monster Mini Golf over at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino.

Here, they bring the theme of “The Twilight Zone” television show, which aired from 1959 – 1964, produced 156 episodes and is currently being rebooted for CBS All Access, to life. Awesome artwork, including almost life-like comic murals along the black walls, really completes the experience. There are also an impressive number of creatures from the series and a hole dedicated just to “Time Enough at Last” – one of the most famous episodes – featuring an entire landscape of a post-apocalyptic world after the detonation of a nuclear bomb, mimicking that classic episode.

Where the course strays greatly from the show is in the soundtrack. As opposed to the ominous, mood-inducing music the sci-fi series is known for, the mini-golf course is full of fun tracks from the 1950s and 60s. That’s not a bad thing as it lends itself to the overall vibe of the joint. While playing through, one of my course mates said to me, “We need to rent this place out and have a midnight party.” In a way, with the low lights, glowing creatures and shindig-style music, it feels like it could be some weird rave in a dimension we have yet to visit.

As for the level of difficulty, it’s got all the classic holes. The loop-de-loop, the hit-the-ball-at-the-exact-angle-or-get-a-five, the if-it-goes-in-the-middle-tube-you-are-good-but-if-not-you-are
screwed – they’re all there decked out “Twilight Zone”-style.

Overall, The Twilight Zone mini golf is a great family activity and a fun way to kill a few hours. The location, tucked away in the downstairs of Bally’s Las Vegas past the REAL BODIES exhibit, lends itself to the isolation of the show. Once you’re in it, there is no getting out – not before the 18^th hole anyway.

SEX TIPS DELIVERS AT PARIS LAS VEGAS

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“Women need a reason to have sex. Men just need a place!”

When a show kicks off like that, you know you’re in for a wild ride. The title of “Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man,” the wildly interactive show at Paris Las Vegas, is quite a mouthful and might leave you wondering what exactly it is. Is it a self-help seminar? Is it your awkward grade school sex ed class, just on stage? Is it a raunchy male revue? After checking it out, I can honestly say, it’s some of the most fun you can have on the Vegas Strip with your clothes on.

This is a show where nothing’s inappropriate and nothing’s off the table. Heck, they’ll even give you tips for onthe table, if that’s what you’re into. “Sex Tips” started out as a Broadway surprise smash hit before heading to its insanely appropriate destination in the center of the Las Vegas Strip, known for its risqué, uninhibited fun. On the eve of their first performance together, we sat down with the new cast to get their take on the show that’s over the top in all the best ways.

Lucky for “Sex Tips” audiences, new cast members “Vanderpump Rules” star Scheana Shay and recording artist and MTV star Chester Lockhart aren’t intimidated by much of anything, even sharing the lowdown on gettin’ down.

This show is bananas. Literally. It shouldn’t take your mind long to wander to just how that fruit might appear as a prop in a show like this. What you may not be able to deduce is the overall premise of the show, so here’s the 411: Shay plays a stuffy teaching fellow. Lockhart’s character is her complete opposite, a flamboyant book author with zero filter. He doles out advice to unleash her inner passions for the hunky stage assistant/sound guy, Stefan, while she moderates a book forum about his sexual manifesto.
NEW CAST, WHO DIS?

Shay inherited her role from Playboy Playmate and “Girls Next Door” star Kendra Wilkinson. Shay said of her unique take on the role, “There will be a little bit of Scheana sass in it, in a professional way, because I am playing a senior teaching fellow so I’m not Scheana from West Hollywood.” The “Sex Tips” star also added, “My character is very nerdy, professional, quite frazzled, nervous, so it’s totally different from anything you’ve ever seen me do.”

Lockhart’s character, Dan Anderson, is the perfect playful foil to her uptight professor. Lockhart took over the role from “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” actor Jai Rodriguez. He quipped, “Jai is like everyone’s best friend and I am like everyone’s sassy best friend.” He noted, “I’m always supporting you and encouraging you to be your best self but maybe throwing a hint of shade along the way. So you’ve got to stay on your toes. And I think that’s why we have such a good relationship. We kind of egg each other on, which is great to see on stage.”

He’s right. Their blunt dynamic leads to more laugh-out-loud moments than you could even imagine, especially when it comes to audience participation. Shay noted, “We’re having a good time with it.” Audiences will too and lucky guests can even end up on stage and be in the show. Shay added you never know what you’re going to get because, “It’s very audience interactive, so based off of who is up on stage with him determines what comes out of Chester’s mouth.”

Shay, who rose to fame as a sultry server on the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” spin-off, “Vanderpump Rules,” went on to marry and divorce a costar from that show.

“I’ve had a lot of negative comments saying things like ‘you can’t even keep a man, why would we take tips from you?’” Shay said. “And I’m like, ‘I’m not the one giving them. I’m the one getting them so maybe I CAN keep one!’”
EXPECT TEARS, BUT THE GOOD KIND

I literally watched people cry from laughter while seeing their spouses participate up on stage. Helping Lockhart’s character bring his book’s concepts to life will get you over any insecurities or performance anxieties. You’d be surprised how liberating it can be to snort over sexual subtext with a group of your new best friends in a Vegas theater.

Lockhart noted how this show really does have something or everyone. “Sex Tips” takes a tongue-in-cheek (and other places!) look at topics most people are eager to explore, whether they want to admit it or not. He said, “It appeals to so many different types of people. You look at the audience and you see older people, younger people, gay, straight, people from all over the world. It’s something that everyone can universally enjoy in an unexpected way. It’s something everyone is going to relate to at the end of the day. It’s super interactive and makes you feel like you are part of this experience together. You’re part of the show.”

Shay said audiences can expect to be, “laughing a lot,” just like she did when she first saw it and her abs hurt from cracking up. Shay let us in on a little secret from rehearsals. She said, “There’s a part where we bring up three people from the audience and I’m not going to be able to look at them because in rehearsals I’m just dying laughing but my character shouldn’t be laughing at anything so I’m just going to pick a person in the audience and stare at them because if not, I’ll break character and I can’t.” SEX AND VEGAS: A PERFECT PAIRING

Lockhart’s not afraid of some snappy back-and-forth with the crowd. He said, “It’s all part of the fun. Everyone came to have their own version of fun, so we’ll just laugh it off and make it part of the show.”

In a town like Las Vegas where what happens here is supposed to stay here, “Sex Tips” breaks all the rules and lets you have the best possible souvenir with its titular take-home message nestled in a night of laughs.

http://blog.caesars.com/las-vegas/la...ster-lockhart/

Cirque du Soleil eschews acrobats in next Las Vegas Strip production

There are some certainties in Cirque du Soleil’s largely abstract world. One is that Criss Angel’s “Mindfreak Live!” production closes at Luxor Oct. 28.

And there won’t be another Cirque-produced magic show taking its place.

And, we’ve always expected Cirque shows to highlight acrobatics, the “circus” theme of the company’s very title.

Not so fast.

The next production Cirque stages on the Strip will be devoid of the very acrobatics that made the company the dominant production vehicle in the city.

More of John Katsliomtes" article here:
https://www.reviewjournal.com/entert...ip-production/

Fright Dome creator brings new ‘Saw’-themed attraction to Las Vegas
Jason Egan occasionally muses about cooling off his schedule, selling his empire, maybe even retiring.

But the man who founded “Fright Dome” at Circus Circus is not finished with his frights of fancy. The 39-year-old Egan is opening the first immersive horror experience themed for the “Saw” film franchise in a 30,000-square-foot building just off the Strip.

The Official Saw Escape Experience opens Jan. 26. The horror attraction takes over the aged building that was long home to the Paul-Son Gaming Company’s casino chip factory at 2121 Industrial Road, just a 30-second drive north from Circus Circus.

Egan has partnered with “Saw” production company Lionsgate Films in his Fright Dome fortress. Lionsgate licensed “Saw” houses at Fright Dome in 2009 and 2010. Egan has spent the previous 12 months mapping a concept for the escape house and scouting properties near Circus Circus.

More of John Katsliomtes' article here:
https://www.reviewjournal.com/entert...-to-las-vegas/

Fremont Street Experience light show due for a flashy overhaul
How many people does it take to change the light bulbs at Fremont Street Experience?

Dozens.

It also takes about $33 million.

Moving in a measured way into the contemporary era of LED effects, the FSE Viva Vision Light Show is seeking approval from the Las Vegas City Council and Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority to upgrade the attraction for the first time since 2004.

More of John Katsliomtes' article here:
https://www.reviewjournal.com/entert...ashy-overhaul/

Florida man hits $1 million jackpot at the Cosmopolitan

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A Florida man hit a $1 million jackpot Tuesday night while playing a Simpsons slot machine with his girlfriend at the Cosmopolitan.

The 26-year-old vacationer from Orlando, whose name was not released, had been playing for about 20 minutes when he lined up all the Homer Simpson characters for the jackpot, the resort said. The payout was $1,033,339.

Last month, a guest celebrating his 21st birthday at the Cosmopolitan hit a Wheel of Fortune jackpot for more than $400,000.

https://lasvegassun.com/news/2018/ja...217.1500900339

Downtown’s Golden Gate to celebrate 112th birthday/Las Vegas Sun

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One of the oldest structures in Southern Nevada, the Golden Gate Hotel and Casino will celebrate its 112th birthday on Saturday.

The hotel was founded in 1906, a year after much of the land that would become downtown Las Vegas was parceled out and sold in an auction next to the rail line. Room rates, according to the company, were a $1 a day.

The hotel has undergone numerous renovations over the years. A new tower was added in 2012. Last year, the resort expanded the casino floor, added a new entry and renovated its bar along the front of the building along Fremont Street.

However, according to a company spokeswoman, the basic structure of the hotel, including most of the casino and the rooms, date to 1906.

“It has been an honor to be a part of the influential evolution of Golden Gate in downtown Las Vegas,” CEO Derek Stevens said. “We are grateful for how Golden Gate has paved the way for new properties such as our neighboring 18 Fremont project, and we are thrilled to see its continuous adaption to the community.”

The Golden Gate will offer various food and drink specials to guests who visit the hotel from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. There will be free Champagne for visitors who join the One Card loyalty program; $25 match play; and special birthday cake shots for 99 cents — a nod to the property’s original shrimp cocktail price.

https://lasvegassun.com/news/2018/ja...217.1500900339

Luxor esports arena to open in March by Thomas Moore

Esports Arena Las Vegas, the new gaming venue where the LAX nightclub used to be located at the Luxor, will open March 22, according to a statement released today by Allied Esports, the company managing the facility.

MGM Resorts announced in April that LAX had closed and would be replaced by the esports facility, the second one in Las Vegas and the only arena fully dedicated to esports on the Las Vegas Strip.

The facility will feature tournaments but will also be open to casual players.

More Las Vegas Sun here:
https://lasvegassun.com/news/2018/ja...217.1500900339

THE SILICON VALLEY GIRLS JOIN ‘ABSINTHE’ by Brock Radke

Many of the acts at Absinthe, the naughty and thrilling show in the Spiegeltent at Caesars Palace, are difficult to describe with common words. It sometimes becomes necessary to invent new words in order to accurately portray the magnificent and sometimes hilarious feats we’ve witnessed in that tent. In the case of Absinthe’s newest act, the Silicon Valley Girls, we’re going to go with a new word: Burlesque-robatics.

“Their act looks like Charlie’s Angels were meant to be on undercover assignment to infiltrate a cheerleader squad, but Bosley sent them to a bar brawl in a Kiev mafia dive by mistake.” That’s another way to describe this talented trio—as the show’s host and producer, The Gazillionaire, did when the new addition was announced last month.

Using elements of dance, contortion and gymnastics and demonstrating superhuman strength, balance and sex appeal, the Silicon Valley Girls are instant standouts in a show full of memorable performers. If you haven’t returned to Absinthe recently, it’s time to go again, take it all in and maybe make up some new words of your own.

https://lasvegasweekly.com/nightlife...join-absinthe/

COCKTAIL CABARET CREATES A HAPPY, HAPPY HOUR by Nina King

Many of us like to start our night of fun with a drinky-poo or two before we really get going, and Cocktail Cabaret at Caesars Palace really celebrates that joie de vivre. The cast and band mixes everything from pop to Broadway standards and even opera with the aplomb of a bartender creating your drink. Created by show producers Philip Fortenberry (also the band’s pianist) and Keith Thompson, the production stars longtime Las Vegas performers Maren Wade, Niki Scalera, Eric Jordan Young and Daniel Emmet.

In the wonderfully intimate Cleopatra’s Barge, Wade’s slowed-down version of “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” hooks you immediately; from there, the singers bring out everything from “Viva Las Vegas” to “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” You’ll hear female duets, male duets and piano medleys. Emmet bursts into Italian lyrics in the most unexpected places, and Young is both a wry host and a powerful voice. Scalera’s “Diamonds Are Forever” get everyone in the joint paying attention. And all four join for a medley of alcohol-infused lyrics that will definitely have you thinking about another tipple. And the costume changes! Both girls and guys go glitzy, glam and elegant.

The whole thing leaves you slightly tipsy from both song and spirit and ready to head to your next adventure—and that’s exactly what the show intends.

Caesars Palace, 5 p.m. Wed.-Sat., $55 plus tax and fee, 21+. 702.777.2782

https://lasvegasmagazine.com/enterta...lace-vegas/#/0

Caesars Palace Ushers in 2018 with Major Star Power and Preps for Two Openings

During a private party for 3,000 invited guests, Caesars Palace celebrated the New Year with two glitzy performances. Both America’s Got Talent winner Darci Lynne Farmer, a 13-year-old Oklahoman ventriloquist, and 20-time Grammy nominee Fergie entertained and interacted with the crowd inside a Palace Tower ballroom. And from the crowd’s response during the Fire and Ice-themed soiree, it’s clear that both acts could certainly sustain a local residency.

But while Farmer and The Duchess may not have deals inked yet, two high-powered chefs will be expanding their Las Vegas footprints within the resort sooner than expected. Caesars Palace President Gary Selesner toasted the room and excitedly announced that Gordon Ramsay’s fifth Las Vegas outpost, Hell’s Kitchen, will soft open within the week in the former Strip-front Serendipity 3 space. He also noted that Giada De Laurentiis’ fast-casual restaurant, Pronto “will open 30 days after Hell’s Kitchen” in the former Francois Payard room across from Rao’s. It’s certainly shaping up to be a busy year for Caesars.

Article by Davis Morris
http://vegasseven.com/2018/01/01/cae...-two-openings/

Hunger Pains: The Food & Restaurant section

More Big Game" options in Las Vegas

Do the Thing, Win the Points! Big Game Specials from Strip to Summerlin on Feb. 4

Buddy V’s Ristorante
3327 S. Las Vegas Blvd. (Grand Canal Shoppes)

www.buddyvlasvegas.com or 702-607-2355

All You Can Eat

Take your game day eats to the next level with a special $49 all-you-can-eat menu including Grandma’s Meatball, Hoboken Italian Subs, Buffalo Style Wings, “Sausage & Peppers” Pizza, Mini Cannolis and Italian cookies. A la carte options are also available. $22 mix & match beer buckets (six per bucket) are available with choice of bud, bud light, Newcastle, Coors light, Michelob ultra and corona. Available in the bar and lounge only.

House of Blues

Music Hall and Restaurant and Bar – 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. in Mandalay Bay www.houseofblues.com/LasVegas

All You Can Eat

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar offers VIP as well as general admission packages. General admission dining packages start $70 with an a la carte All-You-Can-Eat menu featuring tailgate chili, chicken and waffles, shrimp cocktail shooters, BBQ sundae, cannoli tacos, and much more. An additional $75 ($145 total) can get you the All-You-Can-Drink package, good for all well liquors, domestic beer, house wine, and soda. Upgrade to the $3,000 VIP package and receive seating for up to 15 people, premium TV viewing, a private server, All-You-Can-Eat a la carte menu with additional offerings, All-You-Can-Drink upgraded call liquors, $25 Karma Kash, and a Bucket of Goodies. Doors open for the VIP package at 2:30 p.m. with general admission at 3 p.m. Both packages are open to all ages. Guests must be 21 or older for All-You-Can-Drink add-ons.

Music Hall’s All-You-Can-Eat package starts at $70 as well and includes a buffet style menu featuring game day favorites like chicken wings, Carolina pulled pork, baked potatoes wedges, loaded mac and cheese, mini cupcakes and more. The All-You-Can-Eat and All-You-Can-Drink package is $135 and includes all well liquor, domestic beer, house wine, and soda.

Foundation Room – 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. in Mandalay Bay http://www.houseofblues.com/lasvegas/fr

Looking for a luxury box experience for your game day celebration? Foundation Room offers several viewing packages from $400 to $2,500, starting with the ’89 49ers Package which grants patrons complimentary access for up to four guests as well as Big Game viewing. At $2,500 the End Zone Package grants access for up to 18 guests and includes your own private space. All packages include a menu of game day favorites and Foundation Room members receive 10 percent off any Big Game package.

Nacho Daddy

Downtown – 113 N 4th St.
West Sahara – Village Square 9560 W Sahara Ave.

The Strip – Miracle Mile Shops 3663 S Las Vegas Blvd.

www.nachodaddy.com

Football and nachos go together like chips and cheese. Come celebrate the Big Game at Nacho Daddy featuring a $25 unlimited nacho bar, $50 at the Miracle Mile Location. The Summerlin location will also be serving $1 Coronas, $2 Fat Tire, $20 bottomless Daddy's Margarita from kick-off to whistle. Ask your server about our beer wall self-serve specials! Each store will have raffles with the grand prize being a jersey.

Remedy’s and Distil

All Locations

Remedy’s St. Rose – 3265 St. Rose Pkwy. Henderson

Remedy’s Conestoga – 530 Conestoga Way Henderson



Distill Summerlin – 10820 W. Charleston Blvd.

Distill Southern Highlands – 4830 W. Pyle Ave.

Distill Centennial Hills – 6430 N. Durango Dr.



Catch all the Big Game action in the comfort of locals’ favorite neighborhood hangouts Remedy’s and Distill. All locations throughout the valley are serving up touchdown-worthy food and drink specials, offer at least 22 HD televisions throughout the bar, and are giving away special prizes. Guests will enjoy noshing on their short rib or filet mignon sliders and can wash it all down with a 100 oz. chilled beer tower! Enjoy friends, fun, and football at all the specified locations.

Hard Rock Cafe

3771 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

www.Hardrock.com/cafes/las-vegas

Don’t miss the battle of the gridiron greats and celebrate the Big Game at Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas Strip. Cheer for your favorite team or watch the highly-anticipated commercials and star-studded half-time show with a guaranteed seat while enjoying a five-hour premium open bar and food stations of chef-selected game day favorites for just $220 per person.

Westgate

3000 Paradise Rd.

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Watch the big game and meet an NFL legend, as Miami Dolphins Hall of Fame quarterback Bob Griese makes a special appearance inside the Westgate International Theater during the game. Reserved seating is available inside the main floor of the Westgate International Theater for $100 plus tax and fees per seat. All tickets include all-you-can-eat and drink and can be purchased at the Westgate Box Office or Concierge Desk.

Guests can also watch the action in a comfortable, non-smoking setting on more than 4,488 square feet of state-of-the-art HD video screens inside the world-famous Race & Sports SuperBook®. Betting windows will be open throughout the weekend, with satellite betting stations throughout the property. Guests can catch the action and take advantage of food and drink specials starting at $3 inside the renowned Westgate Cabaret, iBar, High Limit Bar, The SuperBook Bar and all restaurants throughout the property. Additionally from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., Fresh Buffet is offering an all-you-can-eat menu for $20 plus tax per person, with favorites such as BBQ ribs, bacon sliders, wings, chili hot-dogs and a few upgrades like crab legs and action stations

All guests who sign up for the Westgate SuperBook® Mobile App will have the opportunity to win the Ultimate VIP Experience for the “Big Game” on Sunday, February 4. The winner will be selected Saturday, February 3, 2017 at 6 p.m. The Ultimate VIP Experience includes exclusive SuperBook® VIP Box for up to eight people on Sunday, February 4, $2,500 in food and drinks and plush couch seating for in-game viewing. Boxes can also be reserved by calling 702-732-5111 and start at $5,000, all guests must be 21 years or older. Download the SuperBook® Mobile App at the Apple Store on your iOS device. Available for download on smartphone devices and tablets, including Android, iPhone and iPad, the SuperBook® Mobile App allows players to place wagers on all major sporting events from the comfort of their own home.

JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa and Rampart Casino

221 N Rampart Blvd.



Starting 2 p.m. Sunday, February 4, 2018, JW Marriott will host a Casino-Wide Big Game Party at their Buffet, Grand Ballroom, Cascade & Palms Executive Conference Center and an Elite Party location in the Valencia Ballroom. Check in at the Old Events Office between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The general public can purchase wristbands from the casino cage for $69, and $59 with a Rampart Rewards Card. With purchase of a wristband, guests receive a commemorative T-shirt and unlimited access to all the parties. Summerlin & Premier members receive a free wristband for use at the all the parties. Elite members have access to their own private party beginning at 2 pm, can enter a $5,000 drawing held after the game, and will also receive a free t-shirt and access into any of the other parties. Additionally the Race and Sports Book will give a free t-shirt to anyone who makes a $20 bet. The Hot Dog Cart will open from 11 a.m. -7 p.m. with $1.25 dogs located at Promenade Café.

Score super specials at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino's Pigskin Party - Las Vegas' ultimate guide to the Big Game!

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino is once again FOOTBALL CENTRAL for the “Big Game!” With a variety of venues, events and food and drink specials available on Sunday, February 4, guests will have the chance to watch the year’s biggest sporting event in style. Pigskin Party specials include:

Ultimate VIP Experience Contest - The world-famous Race & Sports SuperBook® inside the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has announced the SuperBook® Mobile App Contest for a chance to win the Ultimate “Big Game”VIP Experience. All guests who sign up for the Westgate SuperBook® Mobile App will have the opportunity to win the Ultimate VIP Experience for the “Big Game” on Sunday, February 4. The winner will be selected Saturday, February 3, 2017 at 6 p.m.

The Ultimate VIP Experience includes exclusive SuperBook® VIP Box for up to eight people on Sunday, February 4, $2,500 in food and drinks and plush couch seating for in-game viewing. To download the SuperBook® Mobile App, visit the Apple Store on your iOS device and download. Available for download on smartphone devices and tablets, including Android, iPhone and iPad, the SuperBook® Mobile App allows players to place wagers on all major sporting events from the comfort of their own home.

All Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook® Mobile app users must be 21 years or older and must be a member of the Westgate Las Vegas Players Club. Wagers are only accepted within the State of Nevada. Nevada state law prohibits wagers originating from outside of Nevada using the mobile app. The contest for the VIP Experience runs through Saturday, February 3 at 5 p.m. and the drawing will take place at the Westgate SuperBook® on Saturday, February 3, at 6 p.m. The winner will have two hours to claim the prize. One drawing ticket per new account. The Westgate Las Vegas encourages responsible gaming. For help and information, call toll-free 800.522.4700.

Westgate Superbook® Mobile App & Play+ - The SuperBook® Mobile App has added the Play+ enrollment option. Fund, deposit and withdrawal all done on your mobile sports wagering account from anywhere, anytime.

Watch the big game and meet an NFL legend, as Miami Dolphins Hall of Fame quarterback Bob Griese will make a special appearance during the Big Game on Sunday, Feb. 4.

Fresh Buffet – An untraditional viewing venue with all the traditional “Tailgate” favorites and more! From 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., Fresh Buffet is offering an all-you-can-eat menu, with favorites such as BBQ ribs, bacon sliders, wings, chili hot-dogs and a few upgrades like crab legs and action stations, for $19.99 plus tax per person, as well as the Tailgate “TO-Go” for $18.99 per person, which includes a 20oz. beer

Game Zones – The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino will be the “Big Game” headquarters, with the game being broadcast throughout the iconic property. Guests can watch the action in a comfortable, non-smoking setting on more than 4,488 square feet of state-of-the-art HD video screens inside the world-famous Race & Sports SuperBook®. Betting windows will be open throughout the weekend, with satellite betting stations throughout the property. Guests can catch the action and take advantage of food and drink specials starting at $3 inside the renowned Westgate Cabaret, iBar, Highlimit Bar, The SuperBook Bar and all restaurants throughout the property. Excited to hear the game, but more interested in the casino? The “Big Game” will be broadcast across the property’s sound system and aired on all TVs throughout the casino and property.

Reserved seating is available inside the main floor of the historic Westgate International Theater for $100 per seat. All tickets include all-you-can-eat and drink and can be purchased at the Westgate Box Office or Concierge Desk. Limited free seating is available on the balcony level of the Westgate International Theater. Guest must be 21 years or older.

SuperBook® Boxes – Watch the action from luxury inside the SuperBook® Boxes at the world-famous Race & Sports SuperBook®. Featuring plush couch seating for up to eight people, access to VIP servers and prime views of the world’s largest indoor LED video wall, SuperBook® To reserve a VIP box or pod call the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Box Office at (800) 222-5361. Boxes can be reserved by calling 702-732-5111. Boxes start at $3,500 and all guests must be 21 years or older.

For additional information on all “Big Game” specials at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, please visit www.WestgateLasVegas.com. All guests inside the Race & Sports SuperBook and casino areas must be 21 years or older. Follow the SuperBook® on Twitter @LVSuperBook for the latest news surrounding the world’s largest Race & Sports SuperBook®. Find theWestgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino on Facebook and follow on Twitter.

Top 5 Places to Catch the Super Bowl in Vegas

The Big Game is quickly approaching and for football fans flocking to the Vegas strip, here is a guide to a variety of venues to meet your game day needs!!

For a one of a kind game day with a Latin flare, grab your seat at CHICA in the Venetian. From cozy couches to bar seating, enjoy the Big Game solo or with your whole squad. Reservations include a Game Day Buffet until half time, and one complimentary cocktail in your team’s color!

Cover yardage with Yardbird Southern Table & Bar’s award-winning Chicken ‘N Waffles for the Big Game! With every reservation, the James Beard Award winning restaurant will be offering a variety of delicious bites ‘til half time and 1 specialty cocktail in your team’s color

The Still offers a fantastic open environment with a great bar area! Kicking off at 12pm, indulge in delicious game day bites, drink specials, 50 different craft beers and over 27 TV screens to catch all the game day action. There will be a $250 food and beverage minimum per person and The Still is now accepting reservations!

CliQue Bar & Lounge has you covered no matter your group size! Not only does it have a luxe ambience, but their incredible new bites and bar menu are an elevated approach to predictable game day fare! With reservations ranging between $150-$1200 for large groups table for up to 8 people, the party will continue all night with a special DJ set by Josh Lou.

Kicking off at 3PM, Borracha Mexican Cantina is offering a$30 All You Can Eatstacked with everyone’s favorite Mexican dishes.From quesadillas and chimichangas to chipotle pulled pork sandwiches, street tacos and more, the Big Game will be displayed with surround sound throughout the whole venue!

FUEL UP WITH A FOOTBALL FEAST 'BIG GAME' STYLE AT MB STEAK

Football fans will score during the Big Game at MB Steak, brothers David Morton and Michael Morton’s steakhouse at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, with a tailgate-inspired menu served tableside from 2:30 p.m. until the final play on Sunday, Feb. 4.

Tasty tailgate fare, prepared by Executive Chef Patrick Munster, will be served in the main dining room, as well as the Garden Bar and Lounge. Selections include petite filet mignon sandwiches with parmesan crust; hanger steak nachos; crab cakes served over fennel cole slaw; MB Steak’s signature brisket beef sliders topped with smoked bacon and Butterkäse cheese; crispy rock shrimp with cherry pepper aioli; crispy spiced onions; chicken wings, prepared traditionally or grilled; warm pretzel bites with beer cheese; pulled pork sliders topped with Chef Patrick’s house-made BBQ sauce; and chopped iceberg salad with buttermilk blue cheese and Applewood smoked bacon. Dessert offerings include cookies, cupcakes, mini carrot cakes and roasted pineapple.

Craft beer specials, signature cocktails and an array of spirits will also be available while the game is broadcast on big-screen televisions throughout the venue.

Packages are priced at $125 per person, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity. Reservations are available now on the website at www.mbsteaklv.com and by calling MB Steak at 702-483-4888. MB Steak is designed for parties, with options ranging from the intimate to the expansive. MB Steak offers a private valet, accessible from Harmon Avenue.

THE BIG GAME GOES NEXT-LEVEL AT LA CAVE WINE & FOOD HIDEAWAY WITH BUTLER-STYLE TAILGATE MENU

​Cave Wine & Food Hideaway at Wynn Las Vegas will take tailgating to the next level with a Big Game feast served tableside throughout the game on Sunday, Feb. 4.

Created by Executive Chef William DeMarco, La Cave’s butler-style tailgate selections include sea bass tacos with pickled onions and salsa verde; shrimp ceviche with avocado and Asian pear; chicken flatbread with Thai basil and sweet & sour chili; tomato mozzarella flatbread; chicken gyros with tzatziki and pear chutney; Kalbi short-rib sliders; lollipop chicken wings; crispy rock shrimp with chipotle aioli; loaded baked potato-style tater tots; Angus mini burgers; heirloom tomato and burrata; house made chips and salsa; cole slaw; and macaroni salad.

Dessert selections include banana bread, seasonal cookies and cupcakes. Craft beer specials will also be available throughout the game, which will be shown live on big-screen televisions throughout the restaurant. The tableside tailgate will kick off at 2:30 p.m. and is priced at $129 per person excluding beverages, taxes and gratuity.

Football fans may reserve their spot for the ultimate Big Game feast by calling 702.770.7375 or online at www.lacavelv.com.

Catch the Big Game Action at Boyd Gaming Properties

Across the Las Vegas Valley Feb. 4
Venues to host viewing parties, special food and drink promotions and more

Boyd Gaming properties across southern Nevada will host celebratory game-day viewing
parties on Sunday, Feb. 4 along with football-inspired food and drink specials, all-you-can-eat menus and more.
The full lineup of events follows:

Aliante Casino + Hotel + Spa / 702-692-7777 / www.aliantegaming.com
7300 North Aliante Parkway, North Las Vegas, NV 89084
Aliante will host game day viewing parties, offering drink specials and tasty all-you-can-eat football fare
throughout the property. Starting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4, guests can enjoy the all-you-can-eat taco bar
available at The Salted Lime for $20 per person, while watching the game on large TV screens surrounding the
restaurant’s giant margarita bar.
Food and drink specials at The Salted Lime include:
• $2 Budweiser
• $4 Mega-Ritas
• $5 Patron-Rita Shakers
• $4 Senora dogs
• 75 cent chicken wings

The ETA Lounge is offering a $20 all-you-can-eat tailgate buffet during the game starting at 2:30 p.m. Football
fans can watch the game as they munch on delicious stadium foods on comfortable lounge chairs throughout the
venue.

Aliante’s Race and Sports Book will also host a Big Game viewing party on Sunday, Feb. 4 starting at 9 a.m.
Food and drink specials at Aliante’s Race and Sports Book include:
• $1.50 Sonora dogs, pork sliders and carnitas tacos
• Import, select domestic and draft beers starting at $2

Eastside Cannery Casino and Hotel / 702-507-5700 / www.eastsidecannery.com
5255 Boulder Highway, Las Vegas, NV 89122

Guests can catch the big game at Marilyn’s Lounge on Sunday, Feb. 4 at 2:30 p.m. where the following food
and drink specials will be offered throughout the game:
• $2 hot dogs
• $2.50 chili dogs
• $3 hamburgers
• $4 nachos
• $8 eight-piece chicken wings
• $2 Draft Bud or Bud Light
• $3 beers and $15.00 Buckets of Beers (mix and match six bottles) with the options of Bud Light,
Budweiser and Michelob Ultra
• $5 Crown, Crown Apple, Jägermeister or Fireball shots

Gold Coast Hotel and Casino / 702-367-7111 / www.goldcoastcasino.com
4000 West Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89103

Prior to the big game, football legend Craig Morton will be signing free autographs for fans at Gold Coast near
T.G.I. Friday’s on Saturday, Feb. 3 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Call 702-365-7111 for more details.
On Sunday, Feb. 4, football fans can watch the big game on giant television screens throughout the Arizona and
California Ballrooms at Gold Coast. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m. Fans can also catch the game at one of Las
Vegas’ newest and most comfortable sports bar lounge Red Zone. Tickets for the free viewing at Red Zone will
be issued starting at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4.

Plus, guests can enjoy the following drink specials at Gold Coast’s big game viewing parties:
• $3 domestic bottled beers and $15 bucket of domestic beers (mix and match six bottles) with the options
of Bud Light, Budweiser, Michelob Ultra, Shock Top and Goose Island beers
• $4 imported bottled beers and $20 bucket of imported beers (mix and match six bottles) with the options
of Stella Artois, Dos Equis and Heineken

The Orleans Hotel and Casino / 702-365-7111 / www.orleanscasino.com
4500 West Tropicana Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89103

Prior to the big game, football legend Craig Morton will be signing free autographs for fans inside The Orleans’
Race & Sports Book on Friday, Feb. 2 from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Call 702-365-7111 for more details.
Football enthusiasts can catch the game at Bailiwick’s Big Game Day Party on Sunday, Feb. 4. Guests can
enjoy all-you-can-drink drafts and a buffet for $85 per person. Doors will open at 2 p.m. on Sunday and the
special will be available until the end of the game. For reservations, call Bailiwick at (702) 365-7337. Seating
will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Orleans will host free viewing parties for the big game at The Orleans Showroom and at the property’s
conference center on Sunday, Feb. 4. The Orleans Showroom will open doors at 2 p.m. and the conference
center will open doors at 1 p.m. on game day. Food and drink specials will be available at both viewing parties.

Drink specials include:
• $3 domestic bottled beers and $15 bucket of domestic beers (mix and match six bottles) with the options
of Bud Light, Budweiser, Michelob Ultra, Shock Top and Goose Island beers
• $4 imported bottled beers and $20 bucket of imported beers (mix and match six bottles) with the options
of Stella Artois, Dos Equis and Heineken

Gear up or wind down from game day with a tasty Waffle Bowl special for $8.99 at Copper Whisk Café on
Sunday, Feb. 4 from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. The special includes a delicious waffle topped with seasonal berries,
whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, a chocolate cigar and a strawberry and caramel drizzle.

Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall / 702-456-7777 / www.samstownlv.com
5111 Boulder Highway, Las Vegas, NV 89122

B Connected members can watch the big game at “The Big Game Zone” at Sam’s Town on Sunday, Feb. 4. The
500-seat space, located on the second floor of Sam’s Town, will offer game viewing on multiple giant screen
televisions. Stadium food and Budweiser drink specials will be available throughout the game. To attend the
viewing party, guests must swipe their B Connected card at any promotional kiosk to retrieve their entry ticket.
Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Food and drink specials include:
• $2.50 hot dogs, popcorn or tacos (two tacos)
• $3.50 chili dogs or hamburgers
• $4 bowl of chili
• $4.50 nachos
• $5 Big Mess pulled pork sandwich
• $6.50 nachos supreme
• $8 eight-piece chicken wings and $17 24-piece chicken wings
• $1.50 chips
• $1 for a side of cheese or ranch

Suncoast Hotel and Casino / 702-636-7111 / www.suncoastcasino.com
9090 Alta Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89145

Fans can experience the big game at Suncoast Showroom’s Big Game Party on Sunday, Feb. 4, featuring a live
betting station, as well as food and drink specials. Guests can get their free entry ticket beginning at 9 a.m. on
Sunday, Feb. 4. Doors will open at 1 p.m. and seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Suncoast Showroom’s big game food and drink specials are available starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4 and
include:
• $1.50 hot dogs
• $3. 50 nachos
• $5 chicken wings
• $3 domestic bottled beers and $15 bucket of domestic beers (mix and match six bottles) with the options
of Bud Light, Budweiser, Michelob Ultra, Shock Top and Goose Island beers
• $4 imported bottled beers and $20 bucket of imported beers (mix and match six bottles) with the options
of Stella Artois, Dos Equis and Heineken

Eldorado Casino / 702.564.1811 / www.eldoradocasino.com
140 Water Street, Henderson, NV 89015

Football food specials will be offered at Tequila Falls during their Big Game Party on Sunday, Feb. 4 from 2:30
p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Guests can also enjoy drink specials from 3 p.m. until the end of the game during the event.
Food and drink specials include:
• $1 popcorn, hotdogs and chili bowls
• $2 hamburgers and chili dogs
• $1.50 draft beers
• $2 bottled beers

Plus, guests who get caught sitting on a “Hot Seat” from 2:30 p.m. until the end of the game will win $50 cash.
There will be a total of five lucky “Hot Seat” winners. Guests will have a chance to win other great prizes
throughout the game as well.

Jokers Wild Casino / 702.564.8100 / www.jokerswildcasino.com
920 North Boulder Highway, Henderson, NV 89011

Visitors can watch the big football game at Troubadour Bar’s Big Game Party on Sunday, Feb. 4. During the
game, guests can also enjoy food specials from 2:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and drink specials from 3 p.m. until the
end of the game.
Food and drink specials include:
• $1 popcorn, hotdogs and chili bowls
• $2 hamburgers and chili dogs
• $1.50 draft beers
• $2 bottled beers

Plus, guests who get caught sitting on a “Hot Seat” from 2:30 p.m. until the end of the game will win $50 cash.
There will be a total of five lucky “Hot Seat” winners. Guests will have a chance to win other great prizes
throughout the game as well.

### WHERE TO WATCH THE 2018 BIG GAME IN LAS VEGAS at Caesar's Las Vegas Properties

The Big Game in Las Vegas might be about the teams on the screen but let’s be real, it’s at least 75 percent about the food and beverage situation. Whether your team has made it to the final showdown or not, chances are you’re looking for the ideal viewing scenario so you can eat, drink and cheer your way through the game.

Las Vegas is the perfect place to overindulge while you root for your team, or the best commercials. You really doneed an unlimited chicken wing buffet in your life. Whatever your ideal game day situation is, Las Vegas restaurants, bars and sports books have you set with a plethora of options to choose from. They won’t have sway over the score but a belly full of Big Game munchies takes the sting out of a loss and will make your team’s victory that much sweeter. More here:

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Valentine's Day in Las Vegas

MB STEAK TO CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WITH AN APHRODISIAC-INSPIRED MENU​​​​​


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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special someone atMB Steak, located at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, with a romantic menu available Wednesday, Feb. 14 through Saturday, Feb. 17.

The aphrodisiac-inspired menu, prepared by Executive Chef Patrick Munster, includes:

Amuse-bouche :Calm Cove oysters with strawberry-champagne granita and basil

• First course:
  • Spicy grilled shrimp with avocado purée and roasted sweet corn
• Second course:
  • Arugula salad with red wine braised figs, toasted almonds and basil vinaigrette
• Third course-entrée:
  • Choice of:
    • Pan-roasted salmon with cardamom, grilled sweet potatoes and pomegranate gastrique
    • Filet mignon served with roasted asparagus and garlic butter
• Dessert:
  • Assortment of chocolate truffles

Recommended pairings include selections from MB Steak’s extensive wine list, along with premium spirits and craft cocktails, including the Pick-Up Line, made with Van Gogh Dutch Chocolate Vodka, vanilla cream and cold brew coffee, priced at $15.

The four-course Valentine’s Day menu is priced at $95 per person, and reservations are available now on the website at www.mbsteaklv.com and by calling MB Steak at 702-483-4888. MB Steak is designed for parties, with options ranging from the intimate to the expansive. MB Steak is open daily at 5 p.m., and offers a private valet, accessible from Harmon Avenue.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Romantic Picnic and Movie at BEER PARK at Paris Las Vegas



BEER PARK at Paris Las Vegas invites couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a “Picnic in the Park” at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 14.

Valentines may wine and dine their significant other with a picnic-style meal and romantic movie, set against a panoramic backdrop of the Las Vegas Strip. A picnic basket will contain a half bottle of sparkling wine; roasted tomato bisque served in a thermos with crusty bread; a roasted Anjou pear salad topped with goat cheese, hazelnuts and champagne vinaigrette; and a decadent dessert of vanilla bean cheesecake baked in a mason jar, topped with graham cracker and chocolate whipped cream and gourmet strawberries dipped in HEXX’s signature single origin chocolate.

The picnic will also include a beechwood BBQ platter featuring St. Louis ribs, chicken, and pulled pork, served with a side of potato salad, coleslaw, corn bread and pickles. The Valentine’s Day “Picnic in the Park” is priced at $100 per couple, plus taxes and gratuity. Picnic packages must be pre-ordered and may be purchased at http://beerpark.com/.

BEER PARK offers more than 100 beers, including 36 selections on tap, for those looking to numb the pain of their former flame. Along with incredible views of the Fountains at Bellagio, BEER PARK offers billiards and foosball, as well as oversized yard games, including Jenga and Connect Four.

Reservations are available by visiting www.beerpark.com or by calling 702.444.4500. BEER PARK by Budweiser is owned and operated by BEER PARK, LLC (not by Anheuser-Busch).

Cabo Wabo Cantina to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Specialty Cocktail



​Cabo Wabo Cantina, located inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a specialty cocktail available exclusively on Wednesday, Feb. 14.

The ‘Kiss on the Lips’ is made with Cruzan strawberry rum, Passoã liqueur, soda water, strawberries and mint leaves, priced at $13. Strip-side patrons can also fall in love with Cabo Wabo’s happy hour with half-off select appetizers, house-made margaritas, sangria, shots and draft beer from 3 to 5 p.m.

Share Your Fantasy This Valentine's Day with Sweetheart Specials



The ladies of FANTASY, Luxor Hotel and Casino’s award-winning adult revue, will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a sizzling two-for-one ticket special on Wednesday, Feb 14.

The seductive show will offer guests two tickets for the price of one. Singles and couples, alike, can spice up the holiday with the powerhouse vocals of Lorena Peril, comedy stylings of Sean E. Cooper and high-energy choreography by the gorgeous cast.

Following the show, guests are invited to a meet and greet opportunity with the cast for photos and autographs. Tickets are available for purchase at the Luxor box office, online at fantasyluxor.com or by calling 702.262.4400.

Hash House A Go Go offers romance a go go this Valentine's Day​​​​​​​



WHO: Hash House A Go Go

WHAT: They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and in that case, Hash House A Go Go has got this covered! On Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, Feb. 14, Hash House A Go Go will feature specials ranging in price from $7.99 to $34.99 in addition to their mouthwatering regular brunch and dinner menu offerings.

Brunch and dinner specials for Valentine’s Day include:

v Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Pancake topped with fresh whipped cream ($9.99)

v HH Wedge Salad with homemade blue cheese dressing ($7.99)

v Grilled Swordfish with a White Wine Beurre Blanc served with garlic mash ($24.99)

v NY Strip Steak and Grilled Shrimp Skewer served with bacon cheddar mash ($34.99)

v Salted Caramel Cheesecake served with caramel sauce and fresh whipped cream ($9.99)

*Diners receive a complimentary glass of champagne with the purchase of a dinner entree special

WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018

For reservations or inquiries, please call The LINQ Resort & Casino location at (702) 254-4646, the W. Sahara location at (702) 804-4646, the Henderson location at (702) 898-4646 or the Plaza Hotel & Casino location at (702) 384-4646, or visit www.hashhouseagogo.com/lasvegas.

CELEBRATE LOVE FROM THE LAND TO THE SEA AT LA CAVE WINE & FOOD HIDEAWAY THIS VALENTINE’S DAY


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Romance will be in the air this Valentine’s Day at La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway, located at Wynn Las Vegas, with a special “From the Land to the Sea, You Belong with Me” four-course dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 14.

Prepared by Executive Chef William DeMarco, the menu includes:

• First course:
  • Kale and quinoa winter salad with blood oranges, pomegranate and pistachios, dressed in lemon vinaigrette
• Second course:
  • Alaskan salmon with ginger broth, baby bok choy and shiitake mushrooms
• Third course:
  • Wagyu New York sirloin with grilled balsamic figs and shishito peppers
• Dessert:
  • Sampling of chef’s selections

The “From the Land to Sea, You Belong with Me” menu is priced at $89 per person, with wine pairings available for an additional $77 per person. The full dinner menu will also be available.

Reservations can be made by calling 702.770.7375 or on the website at www.lacavelv.com.

Cupid Strikes at Therapy Restaurant with Romantic Three-Course Meal for Valentine's Day

​Love is in the air! Therapy restaurant, located in the Fremont East Entertainment District, invites lovers to enjoy a romantic prix fixe menu in honor of Valentine’s Day on Wednesday, Feb. 14.

Priced at $40 per person, Executive Chef Talen Lancaster has created an exclusive three-course menu including an appetizer, entrée and dessert.

The first course begins with a choice between French onion soup, made with caramelized onions, beef broth, gruyere and white truffle; or the restaurant’s signature beet salad, made with roasted baby beets, creamy goat cheese, hazelnuts, hearts of palm and orange ash.

Entrée options include freshly grilled swordfish, topped with lemon and sauce verte, paired with a side of asparagus; a petit filet, topped with onion jam and bordelaise, served with a side of roasted marble potatoes; or roasted duck breast, topped with pepita granola and huckleberry jus, served with a side of roasted root vegetables and butternut squash.

Dessert options include crumbled carrot cake or chocolate banana bread pudding.

To accompany the meal, Therapy will offer a special on Veuve Clicquot champagne, priced at $15 by the glass, or $75 by the bottle.

Americana Las Vegas to Set the Mood for Valentine's Day with Lakeside Five Course Dinner​​​​​​​



Valentines will dine in a lovely, lakeside setting at Americana Las Vegas, located in Desert Shores at 2620 Regatta Drive, Suite 118, on Wednesday, Feb. 14, while taking in a flavorful, five-course dinner by executive chef and owner, Stephen Blandino.

The dinner will begin with an amuse bouche of Kusshi oyster with lime caviar, kiwi and ice wine gel; followed by cured Ora king salmon with beet variations and citrus cells. The third course is Alaskan halibut with Belgian leeks, celery root and ruby red grapefruit; and the fourth course is American Kobe-style strip steak with yam puree, root vegetables and a truffle reduction. A romantic dessert includes a choice between Meyer lemon berry tart and green apple sorbet with mint coulis; and warm chocolate lava cake with vanilla bean gelato.

The dinner is priced at $125 per person, with the option to add wine pairings for an additional price per diner.

Share Love and a Margarita at Pancho's Mexican Restaurant this Valentine's Day



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Pancho’s Mexican Restaurant, located in Downtown Summerlin, will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a “Tequila for Two” margarita special available exclusively on Wednesday, Feb. 14.

Singles and couples alike may enjoy the “Tequila for Two” margarita special, featuring the “Strawberry Kiss” margarita: a 40-ounce margarita for two, made with Sauza Blue Reposado tequila, triple sec, sweet and sour and strawberry syrup, priced at $23.95.

Modeled after a classic Mexican hacienda, Pancho’s romantic décor will set the date night mood with colorful Mexican tiles, stained glass windows, lush greenery and a bubbling, oversized fountain. In addition to a stunning setting, guests will be entertained by the musical stylings of pianist, Grant Peacock from 5 until 8 p.m.

Reservations may be made by calling 702-982-0111 or at https://www.panchosrestaurant.com/vegas/.

Fall Head Over Heels on Valentine’s Day With Treasure Island Hotel & Casino Restaurants

Fall in love with Treasure Island restaurants on Valentine’s Day, with special menus from Seafood Shack and Phil's Italian Steakhouse.

Seafood Shack
Four-Course Menu:

• Choice of:
  • Butternut bisque and Dungeness crab, crème Fraiche and goat cheese, bacon sandwich
  • Simple bib salad with candy walnuts and fresh gorgonzola champagne vinaigrette
• Oyster shackfeller with saffron sauce and confit tomatoes
• Pan roasted filet mignon paired with butter braised half lobster with au poivre and lobster mornay sauce
• Passion fruit Bavarian cream, parfait style, with vanilla bean cake and passion purée

The menu will be available starting at $45 per person from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Phil's Italian Steakhouse:
Starters:

• Grilled vegetable ravioli with mascarpone and bettola sauce (vegetarian)
• Fried calamari with cilantro lime aioli and classic marinara
• Lobster bruschetta, made with Maine lobster, avocado and sweetcorn in a terragon aioli
• Caesar salad with crisp romaine, garlic croutons and parmesan dressing (vegetarian, gluten free without croutons)

Main courses:

• 14 oz bone-in New York strip steak, with port wine sauce, red pepper mash and asparagus (gluten free)
• Herb crusted halibut with garlic shrimp and heart of beetroot risotto
• Chicken marsala with parmesan mashed potatoes, marsala mushroom sauce and roasted vegetables (gluten free)
• Eggplant parmesan with spinach, lentil and white bean ragu and broccolini (vegetarian)

Dessert:

• Passion fruit Bavarian cream, parfait style, with vanilla bean cake and passion purée

The menu will be available for $55 per person from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

For more information, visit http://www.treasureisland.com.

Bandito Latin Kitchen serves familiar fare, friendly service bu Heidi Knapp Rinella

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Owners of Mexican restaurants have a particular challenge because their cuisine is so popular. Familiarity builds expectations, and if a favorite dish isn’t on the menu, customers won’t be happy. At the same time, the restaurant has to satisfy those looking for something unexpected.

Bandito Latin Kitchen & Cantina opened in early summer in a new building in the Hughes Center on West Flamingo Road. Despite the name, it is essentially a Mexican-American restaurant. It manages to walk the tightrope between the two groups of expectations with an expansive selection of tacos and enchiladas, balanced by some less common Mexican selections, a few dishes from other Latin cultures and specials.

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Zuma serves best baby back ribs in Las Vegas by Heidi Knapp Rinella

Merely walking into Zuma doesn’t provide much of a hint at the sort of food served there.

The abundance of natural wood — really gorgeous, minimally milled according to the live-edge sensibility popular now — evokes the Japanese reverence for nature. A few subtle nods to the culture, such as a wall of colored rice-paper panels, offer hints as well. But overall the feeling is pan-cultural sleek and understated, which separates Zuma from many of its contemporary-Japanese brethren.

Some higher-profile places may be splashier, but Zuma has much in common with them when it comes to food, including a menu that takes into account several sub-genres of Japanese cuisine. Servers and the menu note that there’s a main kitchen and separate ones dedicated to sushi and robata-style cooking, and that dishes will appear at various times from all.

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Manchu WOK opens at the Plaza Hotel & Casino on Feb. 1

On Thursday, Feb. 1, Manchu WOK will officially open in the food court of the Plaza Hotel & Casino, offering fast and fresh Chinese cuisine in the heart of downtown Las Vegas.

​For decades, Manchu WOKhas offered authentic, best-loved recipes of the East. With more than 130 stores worldwide, Manchu WOK’s signature dishes – like General Tso’s Chicken or Orange Chicken – and delectable new additions on an ever evolving menu capture the best from the Cantonese, Szechwan, Hunan and Mandarin regions.

​Manchu WOK at the Plaza will offer a special promotion to celebrate its official grand opening weekend. From Thursday, Feb. 1 through Sunday, Feb. 4, customers can buy a two item combo plate for just $5 (regular price $8.99). Choosing from any two items, such as Orange Chicken, Honey Garlic Chicken, Beef and Broccoli, General Tso’s Chicken or Fresh Vegetables, plus rice or noodles, two item combo plates offer diners almost endless options to create a delicious meal.

“The Plaza wants to offer guests a diverse selection of quality dining options, so we are excited to welcome Manchu WOK to our food court. Manchu WOK is known for its delicious and authentic Chinese cuisine, served fresh, fast and with excellent customer service – which our guests will enjoy and appreciate,” said Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino. “Manchu WOK is not only a great addition to the Plaza but further enhances the variety of dining choices available downtown.”

At the Plaza, Manchu WOK will be open Sunday through Thursday 10:30 a.m. to midnight and Friday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 1 a.m.

Two New Nightlife Experiences Head to the Palms by Susan Stappleton

Two new nightlife ventures coming to the Palms now have an opening date at the resort. Clique Hospitality’s Andy Masi, along with nightlife partners Ryan Labbe and Jason “JRoc” Craig, plan to open Apex Social Club and Camden Cocktail Lounge at the resort in mid-Ma, both part of the $485 million renovation plans there.

Apex Social Club takes over the former Ghostbar space on the 56th floor, converting 8,000-square-foot room with 180-degree views into an open-air boutique nightclub. Clique plans to add “one-of-a-kind art pieces” for a “sophisticated, upscale vibe.” The cocktail menu includes new concoctions along with age-old favorites and table-side bottle service.

At the entrance to the resort, Camden Cocktail Lounge takes over the former Social space with over-the-top cocktails. “Bartenders, all of them masters of mixology in their own right, will put their own whimsical spin on beloved classics or create new favorites for guest’s right before their very eyes.” A mix of live music and deejays drives the music.

https://vegas.eater.com/2018/1/8/168...e-opening-soon

Where To Find The Best Fried Chicken in Las Vegas by Susan Stappleton

Fried chicken and summer go hand-in-hand. Originating in the Middle Ages from Scots, "fritters" were today’s version of fried chicken. Scottish immigrants came to America where they continued the custom of deep frying chicken in fat.

The perfect fried chicken has a light and crackly crust coating juicy meat underneath, the perfect comfort food. While fried chicken is traditionally made with milk and a flour battered crust, variations on the dish can include using buttermilk, panko breading, different seasonings like sugar and chili, and the way the chicken is fried.

In Las Vegas, you have two places to try the Bromberg brothers' gold standard of fried chicken, Emeril Lagasse's take, Asian variations and more.

Here, a look at 19 places that serve up fried chicken all across Las Vegas.

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Dine Like a VIP with These Secret Menu Items in Las Vegas by Susan Stappleton

Impress your friends, your date, your family by boldly announcing that you want to order this dish that's not even on the menu. Your server will nod in affirmation and deliver these off-the-menu dishes at restaurants on the Strip. Lobster galore, super secret vegetarian dishes, cocktails and beers all make the list.

Now, granted, all of the dishes listed are from MGM Resorts restaurants. But guess what? You can add to the list.

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Meet the New Lunch Coming to the Arts District by Susan Stappleton

Starting today, the new Italian restaurant in the Arts District starts serving lunch. Now opening Tuesday through Friday at 11 a.m., Esther’s Kitchen features a lunch menu of salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and pastas.

Owner James Trees promises that “lunch service will be a little different than dinner. In order to provide great food at a good price, and also to service a quality quick lunch for Downtowners, lunch will be ‘fast casual’ style.”

That means patrons order at the counter, take a number, and servers bring the meal to the table. Take out and curbside orders are also accepted.

On the horizon, delivery options. And in about six weeks, brunch.

Below, a look at the entire lunch menu.

More here:
https://vegas.eater.com/2018/1/16/16...-arts-district

FOOD FLASH:
After 20 years, world-renowned pasty chef Jean-Philippe Maury no longer has a presence on the Strip. The nine-year old Jean Philippe Patisserie at Aria has already re-branded itself as Aria Patisserie and his original outpost at the Bellagio will soon turn into the Bellagio Patisserie. Both locations are currently hiring ahead of expected new menus.

FOOD FLASH:
Los Angeles chef Roy Choi confirms that he plans to open his first Las Vegas restaurant at the Monte Carlo, soon to become the Park MGM, this fall.

His yet-to-be named Koreatown-inspired concept plans to have “immersive spaces that feel comfortable and familiar, while creating an eclectic environment for people to open their perceptions to the new and extraordinary.”

FOOD FLASH:
Caesars Palace’s Champagne bar Fizz Las Vegas shuttered at the tail end of last year, a little over four years since the launch of the “elegant and fashionably opulent” lounge.

As a temporary measure, Caesars has kept the golden hued space alive as the Cocktail Loungeuntil a new tenant revamps the space. The “chic, intimate bar” sits close to the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, where Fizz co-creator David Furnish’s husband, Sir Elton John, has regularly performed for the last 13 years.

The new lounge is open daily, with a menu specializing in “Negronis, Manhattans and Old Fashioneds” plus, wine and champagne “by the bottle or glass. “

FOOD FLASH:
Next up for a big change at the Bellagio — Michael Mina, the seafood restaurant with French influences and Japanese ingredients at the Bellagio. Sometime this year, the restaurant that sits at the rear of the Bellagio Conservatory and Gardens plans to go through a renovation that includes a new menu and a raw bar that opens to the gardens that change six times a year.

Mina opened his eponymous restaurant in 2010, replacing his eatery Aqua that opened in 1998 at the resort and bringing his namesake treasure from San Francisco to Las Vegas. Tony Chi & Associates designed the room using rare woods and luxe fabrics.

FOOD FLASH:
After more than 25 years, Wolfgang Puck’s Spago in The Forum Shops at Caesars will serve its last meal Jan. 27. Although it will live on after being relocated to Bellagio, the closure marks the end of an era. The 1992 opening is widely credited as a major turning point in Las Vegas’ evolution into a serious food city, and the space has long been a favorite of tourists and locals alike. Its popular patio was featured in the 1995 film ”Showgirls.” While Spago will be closed until the Bellagio location is born sometime this summer in the space formerly occupied by Olives, Puck fans can dine at his Cut at Palazzo, Cucina at The Shops at Crystals, Lupo at Mandalay Bay and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill at MGM Grand and in Downtown Summerlin.