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    5 Dollar Cafe

    3.8 (181 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Touristy

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    Beef Gyro 11. Breakfast Bagel Sandwich @20. Crab Rangoon Coffee
    Brad B.

    For the value, I don't think that a sit down service restaurant on the strip. The best part of this restaurant other than the restaurant's price is the speed. You can easily get in and out in less than 30 min. They do not serve alcohol and your food comes on paper plates but the value is there. I don't think anything the menu is over $15. Crab Rangoon- 8/10 Bagel sandwich- 8/10 Gyro - 6/10 Fries- 9/10 The place isn't nice but if you're staying at the strat this is a better option than about anything in there. I would absolutely come back and try and eat a less greasy option than I had but if you're trying to beat a hangover, this is it

    Not fancy
    Peggy D.

    Ordered the number 2 - eggs, toast and sausage. I got bacon instead of sausage. Bacon was a disaster . Added hash browns. This is a NO frills kind of place . Orange juice in a plastic cup. Condiments in a plastic basket. Air conditioning works . Service is...there? I don't know what one expects from a place like this. Not much. Wow. Meal of sadness. Precooked eggs. Cold toast . Grape jelly. Eggs were not edible should have gotten over easy or something that couldn't have been precooked. Damn. Would not revisit .

    Current as of June 2025
    Darren C.

    If you're staying at The Strat and your wallet's seen better days, the $5 Café is your closest lifeline--literally less than a one-minute walk. Don't let the name fool you, though. Only one menu item rings in at five bucks, and that's for breakfast. The rest? Still affordable, but not quite the deal the name implies. This spot is unapologetically a dive. Meals come on paper plates, drinks cost extra (no free tap water), and there's a $1 fee for card payments. That said, if you're feeding a family or Lady Luck didn't show up at the tables, this place fills a gap. The menu is a wildcard blend of American, Mexican, Thai, and even a single Vietnamese dish. I visited twice--once for dinner and again for breakfast. Dinner: I ordered the Pad Thai. The server was friendly, and I was surprised when asked how spicy I wanted it--on a scale of 1 to 10 stars. That's a first for me, even as someone who's had Thai food in plenty of cities. I went with 5 stars, which ended up being pretty mild. The portion was generous, and the service was warm, even if the vibe was no-frills. Breakfast: The next morning, I came back for a breakfast burrito. It was massive, hot, and filling, but served with the tiniest spoonful of stone-cold salsa. Heating up the salsa and offering a bit more would go a long way. The burrito itself was fine, but nothing memorable. The Fine Print (Literally): * No tap water - bottled water is $1 * $1 fee for card payments * Groups? Only one person can pay, then it's Venmo time * Mandatory $2 tip on my breakfast bill -- I refused it. Why? Because the service is minimal: they take your order, bring the food, and that's it. No frills. No real hospitality. Bottom Line: The $5 Café is a quirky, budget-friendly fallback with plenty of options and a location that's hard to beat. Just know what you're walking into: average food, minimal service, surprise fees, and a heavy reliance on paper goods. Go if you're hungry, broke, or curious--but maybe not if you're expecting much more than the basics.

    Nancy D.

    The Good is that The food came out quick. It was simple and presented super Hom-E. The food was ok. We ordered pancakes, a breakfast sandwich. Chicken and waffles; the chicken was like a flat chicken strip., side of potatoes had a very peculiar lemony peppery taste, and the hash brown was flat and greasy. Nothing exciting about any of them. The best was the waffle and my over hard egg. The hibiscus drink was too sweet and not a natural flavor. The lemon honey drink was horrible, I can't even describe that! But the Biggest turn off for me was after sitting and eating my food looking around and realizing I was surrounded by dust everywhere. I could only imagine what the places i couldn't see behind the kitchen look like. It would be a good idea to invest some time dusting.

    Philly Burrito & 4. Western Omelet with the Home Style Potatoes
    Anna P.

    Y'all are absolutely sleeping on this place. The wait staff is incredibly friendly, the food is FAST and it's wonderful! We are from South Arkansas and this is our kind of breakfast. We were able to sit down immediately and both had breakfast for under $25 in Vegas. Unheard of. They have a $5 breakfast special as well so you can eat here on the real cheap. Perfect cafe. Perfect breakfast. WE WILL BE BACK!

    Good breakfast and very cheap and good budget option compared to other places. Chill environment and the service was friendly too and the food came very fast and the music playing was a nice touch too.

    Small Breakfast Platter
    Tarnisha N.

    I should've known from the time we walked in that things were going to be interesting. They have slot machines on one side of the restaurant and there was an older guy sitting at one with a cigarette hanging off his lip. Placed our orders and the breakfast was brought out on paper plates. The food was ok but we couldn't get past the cigarette smoke. I mean what happens in Vegas am I right lol. Doubt I'd ever go back there

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    Great food. Great prices. Right across from my hotel at the Strat - staff is super friendly also

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    Good food. Reasonable prices. The staff was friendly. The pad thai was delicious. I would eat there again.

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    Great service and fast! Food was good and came out hot! It's a little loud being in a casino with music playing but that is fine for us.

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    2 years ago

    This was a nice convenient option. The portions were large and everything was tasty. Service was fine, no complaints.

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    Very good service. The food was great and prices were really fair. Everyone was so nice.

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    Nothing amazing but affordable breakfast in a very expensive Las Vegas. Service was very good and fast.

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    Great food, amazing staff, and good vibes. Pad Thai is the best! The service is fast even when it's a full house.

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    Lamaii Thai in Las Vegas OMG! This is an amazing experience and a MUST go!…read more Food: my goodness the food is so filled with taste, seasoned, rich, and cooked with love. The duck fried rice, crispy prawns in curry sauce, crispy spring rolls, crab fried rice, crispy chicken wings, and the drinks were simply GREAT! The flavors infusion on the taste buds is explosive. Service: the service is extremely fast with attention to details and the needs of the customers. So much respect in the greeting and each engagement making you feel a sense of belonging. Ambiance: the decor is beautiful done and outlined with traditional Asian decoration. The seating is great for date night as well as large groups. Upon entrance is a huge wine wall into open seating and the bar in the back. The place is nicely decorated with love. Overall score 5.0/5.0 please ensure to visit you will not be disappointed in this choice.

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