Again 5 Stars. A Saturday evening for smooth, jazz, entertainment, and delicious chicken Katsu and…read moreCalifornia rolls. I can't stress enough how how nice the entire staff has been each visit. The crispy juicy chicken Katsu is served on a platter big enough for two. The California roads were not skimpy and generously made fresh and delicious. Entertainment was excellent and we will be back.

If you come here, you're paying for the entertainment and not the food. My friend invited us to…read morewatch the jazz band perform anime / game songs with a hint of cartoons and 90s mixed in. The live music was amazing. It's too bad this band seems to only perform once or twice a year. Highly recommend them! As for the food - everyone is asked to buy at least $25 worth of food, and I would've paid that just to watch the band so it was a bonus. The food itself though is nothing to rave about. I got a $15 small piece of miso black code hand roll with some vinegar sugar rice wrapped in soy paper. I could've made it at home. The Japanese Mille crepe was decent, and I think not bad for the price. I wish they sold non alcoholic fun drinks (mocktails). I would've spent it on that and a dessert. Outside of the food being average and overpriced, the service was excellent! Our server was so diligent and always refilled our waters whenever it went down. I'd come back if any shows interested me but wouldn't go just for food.

Drinks: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 This was my second time here and it was less busy than the first time I came. I feel like this place can be easily missed since the building is all black, but definitely worth stopping in for. Vibes are very dark and intimate, yet lively. I am not sure how to explain it, but I liked it. Lol Somehow you can make a reservation, but I haven't looked into it. There were a bunch of seating against the wall on the couches but they were all reserved. My friend and I ended up at the bar in the "standing room" which was fine! Their seasonal menu is Conspiracy Theory based. I from that menu and my drink was called the Moon Landing Hoax, which was recommended to me but pretty strong in my opinion. I will say that the aesthetic of the drink was super cool with the astronaut. My friend ordered from their regular menu. She enjoyed her Repo Espresso Martini and she would order that again! All in all, I still like this bar a lot! I would come back again.

So glad I finally made it in! We were trying to kill some time between activities and we decided to…read morepop in for a drink. We were sat at a super cute table (there were 4 of us) and looked through the menu. The decor was super cute! Sort of old vintage looking couches around some tables, dim lighting, I loved the vibe. We each ordered something different from their cocktail menu from our very nice server. While waiting for those, our friend went to close out the tab and ordered shots, but asked for something that would be good. They proceeded to give us something with muddled strawberries, I was blown away at how good it was! Best shot I have ever had, so fresh. I love when you give bartenders freedom to play and create something so good! Our cocktails were so interesting and very tasty. I'd love to come back when we have some more time and try some of the other drinks. Everything about this place was amazing to me! Vibe, staff, the drinks, I had a great time!

This is the quintessential punk rock dive bar. My friend and I stopped in after a high school…read moregraduation and it was almost empty. We had a great time talking with the terrific bartender and the "Ass Juice" shots were surprisingly delicious. A must visit for a real Las Vegas experience.

The glorious Double Down Saloon. In the modern era of glitzy, flashy, and ultra processed Vegas,…read morethe DD will provide you with an absolute respite from all of that the moment you walk in the door. This is a glorious punk-oriented dive bar. That should be real clear from the distance you have to travel into a very undescript section of Vegas to get to it. On the outside, everything should already be screaming YES to you if you have a taste for great bars like these. For example, the first time I ever visited, on top of the marquee bill was Jello Biafra. Yeah it's like that. The music, the vibe, the crud - it's all on point. The cocktails are colorfully named and presented (I'm sure plenty of reviews will highlight the toilet shot) but I'd say they're kind of the weakest part of this joint. Just stick to straight booze, rejoice that you're not surrounded by as loud AF bachelorette party on a casino floor, and get hammered in the "Happiest Place on Earth'.

There is no better place in Vegas to see live music. Small venue with affordable prices that bring…read morein international headliners. You can see some of the best local talent opening up for these headliners as well. The staff here is next level and their service and attention to detail is incredible. Drink prices are reasonable and a great selection provided. This place is like my second home since a see basically a show a month here. Triple B is the place to be.

I don't have a ton of good things to say about this venue, but I also don't have a ton of bad…read morethings to say about it. Located right on Fremont St, Backstage Bar & Billiards is a venue I went to a couple of times when I lived in Las Vegas. I've seen bands like Letter Kills and Maylene and the Sons of Disaster as well as the likes of Cryptopsy and Abysmal Dawn. The last show I went to at the venue was said Maylene and the Sons of Disaster show in what I believe was May of 2024 (I'm catching up on venue reviews). The venue itself is a decent enough size and mostly consists of standing room only, though a few chairs for what I assume is ADA are usually lined up against the wall. The sound here was always solid enough and I don't have any complaints over that and the merch area was tucked away enough in the back that it didn't get in the way of the show itself. Overall, Backstage Bar & Billiards is a solid little venue that consistently has pretty decent shows. The staff here always did what they needed to do, and my only real complaint is that I wasn't able to score Green Day tickets here when they did that special show, but either way, it's a solid enough venue.

Had dinner here last night and they were able to start us rather quickly with 6 adults and 4 kids…read more There was live music playing which the kiddos enjoyed. Wait staff was very friendly and helped with recommendations. Appetizers came out pretty quickly. We ordered the brisket nachos to start and IDK if we were just all starving or what.. but those nachos really hit the spot! It was a table favorite for sure. It was also a big portion. Mains took a while. Hubby and I split a rack of ribs and and an order of wings. Wings were okay. For the price, I thought it would've came with some carrots/celery.. but it did not. The ribs were a legit rack though. It also came with a side of fries, slaw and pickles. Ribs were tasty. I also added a side of gumbo. The gumbo was meh. I don't think I will order that next time. Kids ordered mostly Mac n cheese with a side of fruit. One ordered the cheeseburger with a side of fries. Kids ate all of their fruit and just some of their Mac; the one with the cheeseburger finished all of her food. The kids meals did not come with drinks. Overall, we left full. Service was great. Music was good. Kids were a different story. Since we were a party of 5+, everyone was put on one bill and gratuity automatically added. They are also a non-cash establishment.. which is kind of weird since it's in a casino. But just a heads up. I would definitely come back if I or friends were staying here. I don't think I would go out of my way to come dine here specifically though.

Bring a winter coat!…read more I went last night to see the Hedwig and the Angry Inch 25th Anniversary featuring John Cameron Mitchell. The movie, Q&A and concert were GREAT. But it was no warmer than 60 degrees on the main floor. Maybe colder. I get that it's 110 degrees outside but I'd rather be in that heat for three hours than freezing my freaking ass off. My friends agreed they were chilled to the bone. The cheap folding chairs (I mean... have you seen the ticket prices? REALLY??) added insult to injury.

Drinks 5/5 Service 2/5…read moreAmbiance 5/5 What a cool little spot this is. The acoustics were great, the decor amazing, and the drinks were excellent. My one complaint, and the complaint of everyone was it took 30 minutes to get a drink. One bartender and one server for a place that was packed is clearly not enough. The server and bartender were doing their best but there should have been at least two bartenders for this event. We will be back.

We've been to Fat Cat twice now, and it is such a fun little bar!!…read more We have come here both times to see The Midnight Cabaret, a local band that does a fun mix of covers and original music. Fat Cat has a great stage, and they have great sound for bands! Let's talk about their cocktails! Are they spendy? Sure...but you're also downtown, so really, the prices are pretty in line with the standard. $16 for a really well crafted cocktail isn't bad...and I haven't had a cocktail here that I didn't like! Just be cautious...they go down quick! We've always had top notch service here, the bartenders are friendly, fun, and knowledgeable about drinks! If you're looking for a fun night out where you might catch some live music, give Fat Cat a try!

The Ambiance Hits You Right From When You Walk In The Door, It Has Brilliant Seating Areas Right…read moreNear The Karaoke Stage All The Way To High Sofas Farther Back Of The Club. The Service They Give Is Fantastic Every One's Smiling & Happy To See You. They Offer A Good Menu Of Food To Try, I Had Ranch Fry's With Allioli Sauce It Was Like Eating A Slice Of Heaven...

On our Vegas trip this weekend, we were looking for karaoke on the strip so we didn't have to worry…read moreabout driving or Uber.. thankfully we saw this place driving to our hotel! It has a very relaxed vibe.. order at the bar, find a seat, sing along! I'm used to karaoke bars that have private rooms, but it's an experience seeing people sing in front of the crowd! My husband and I shared a huge fishbowl cocktail that was deliciously dangerous, but the unexpected star of the show were their fries! I've never seen a potato cut like that and it's something I've never seen - imagine a potato wedge spiral that's not too thick, perfectly crunchy. We got the Parmesan truffle one and the sauce was so good! Cheese curds were also good! Some notes I picked up on.. it looks like you can reserve tables, bathrooms are the public restrooms outside, and it turns into 21 and older after 10 pm. On the Saturday night that we went, they had regular karaoke on stage with the song's music, then they switched over to karaoke with a live band which was pretty cool! We'll definitely be back.. still thinking about those fries!

A Totally Rad Blast From the Past!…read more I had an absolute blast dancing and singing along with The Spazmatics at South Point in Las Vegas during their epic 80s weekend. These hilarious guys totally dress the part with high-water pants, skinny ties, and thick-rimmed glasses, bringing pure comedy to the stage. They crushed every single synth-pop beat, soaring guitar riff, and classic anthem. It was a pure two-hour blast from the past filled with neon energy. Complementary drink voucher comes with your ticket get there at 10 o'clock so you don't miss any of the show!

Awesome show. These guys are fantastic. They put on a terrific show with great music and…read morelighting, fun crowd work, and energetic dance moves. You can either watch it as a show or get on the dance floor and experience it. If you are a fan of 80s music, then this is your show.

Wow, I can't believe after all the times we've stayed at Mandalay Bay and W, we've never visited…read morethis restaurant! Honestly, my closest interaction with this restaurant prior to our actual dining experience was playing the slot machines in front of the restaurant so I could listen to the live bands/singers they had. Hahaha! We were a party of 10, and we all loved our experience. Of course, one of the contributing factors was our server, Bryson, who did an amazing job with our large group. He was friendly, funny and just really awesome at his job. With a group of 10, I think we probably had the entire menu, and everything we had was so YUMMY. Apps: BBQ Nachos with Brisket, Spinach-Artichoke Dip, Loaded Fries with Pork, and Crispy Brussels Sprouts - all delicious! Entrees: Voodoo Shrimp, Shrimp and Grits, Cajun Chicken Pasta with Shrimp added, NY Steak & Fries, Pulled Pork Sandwich, with add-ons of salad, and gumbo. We all thoroughly enjoyed our dishes and definitely left with full bellies. Dessert: Get the bread pudding. And don't share. It's THAT good. Looking forward to another HOB visit next time I'm staying at MB or W!

The iconic House of Blues in Mandalay Bay. During my stay at…read morethe hotel I went to this restraint twice and have been before this trip. SERVICE: During lunch they had a wait and didn't allow early reservations and require all parties to be present before you can be seated. One of the managers was rude when we asked to pull up another chair and any questions we had. 2/10 They were really understaffed and so we didn't get to see our server too much. He was kind but was waiting on four sections. FOOD: We ordered the salmon platter. It was good and nothing spectacular. The spinach dip was cheesy and large. The brisket sandwich looked and tasted more like roast beef 0/10. The impossible burger was fine too. DRINKS: The drinks were strong and large in size. The bartenders (when not understaffed) are quick and knowledgeable.

Don't let the super seedy location throw you off…read more Five stars for vibe. Vibe stars. *****

Dance floor is huge The place is huge…read more It looks like a wealthy bikers friends house. The waitstaff is top notch. I was there for the pirate takeover Glad to finally see the place!