While this is a no food speakeasy, we enjoy the popcorn, the menu is a book, and each chapter…read moreexplains the drinks. I loved chapter one drinks and chapter four. While I usually share a image its against the rules. I can only describe it as a imaginative background with small and yet delightful variety in amber red hues.

Pro: Fear and Loathing menu, updated furniture, yummy drinks…read more Con: Not the previous Laundry Room you remembered, glorified tourist trap, lack of atmosphere control. Slow drink service. The Laundry Room is dead, long live the Laundry Room. The remodel that took place during Jan to May 2026 saw a wide amount of change from Corner Management, the mother company of LR. They got rid of the absolute corner stone of the lead bartender, Anthony, and redecorated the place to look more like the sister bar, Doberman Drawing Room (5 Stars). The remodel was absolutely needed, as the regulars and Dean's List could point out, the place was kind of falling apart. From water warped bar top, uncomfortable chairs, and chipped paint/worned carpet, you would think this place WAS left over from the Prohibition era. What sets this establishment apart from any of the pretend speakeasy on the strip is the atmosphere. At any given time, you could cram 16 people there at a time, even with the reduced drinking time cut from 2 hours to 90 minutes, this place could only cycle thru 50 to 60 people from the reduced nightly opening of 4 hours from 6 hours previously. This make LR special, not some faux speakeasy in Cosmo or Resort World that could jam in 80 people per hour with room to spare. Gone is the rugged identity of the old laundry room for El Cortez, this is spiced up, every square inch of the wall is covered with some art piece, very much different from the Depression era decor. Some art selection are just straight up chaos from the management, the main cherub piece behind the bar is just insanity. The new master of house, Davey, showed skills with his new 14 drink menu, but fell short of what made LR great in the past 14 years. Now, the man had just two months to create his drink list and per himself, had to start from the scratch from when he took over.. So, with that said, let's focus on the drinks. Hemingway Dalguiri, Dust + Ether, and High Noon Static - all great in taste, presentation, and talent, abet we can see the hesitation when making his own drinks, thus slowing down service by quite a bit. My party saw him struggle making 6 drinks at once, 4 of them the same drinks. Recommendation from someone else, maybe record the drink making process and try to eliminate non productive habits and motions via video viewing. Since Davey is a visionary, looking in the past is a deal breaker for him. If you are trying to finish up a previous menu for the Dean's List, the joke is on you, that is a no. Where the hostess (the only person that survived the purge from the remodel) explained to him that exception needs to happen to keep the Dean's List going, the answer was a no since no one at management told him about this. When asked about what will the new requirements will be for the future, it's simple, finish the menu before it's replaced with no chance of catching up. Once a menu is done, it's done. I guess it's easier to keep the drinks under control with less ingrediencies needed behind the bar, but wait a minute... drink number 15, Research and Development, that should give Davey some leeway to non menu drinks right? Turns out, not so much. Sidecar- cognac, orange liqueur, lemon juice. Simple right? He leaves the room to get something from Commonwealth... didn't management installed a new fridge to hold the larger ice cubes, where previous bar keep have to venture out all the time? Turns out, there was no Cognac or any Brandy in the Laundry Room. I can see how things are shaped, strict bottle control is for the benefit of the bar, not for the customer. There is now Vodka, foam, and milk wash but lost Cognac or Brandy, but besides the freedom of choices were also compounded with complete lack of rules. For the last 14 years, the hostess and bar staff on rotation were friendly yet firm about house rules. First given upon entering the secret or window doors, then by the bartender after an aperitif is given (now eliminated). No photo, religion, politic, standing at the bar, name dropping, brawling, telephone calls, PDA, and smoking, plus don't be creepy, be patient, and know your limit. Most of these were not enforced the first 2 times my party of regulars have visited since the remodel. The cardinal sin of allowing one single 4 top to seat 2 people at a time is just wild. But hey, no rules are listed on the new simple menu and none giving at the door or at the seats. So what is this place now? 20 to 23 dollars for a drink plus more for popcorn. All for the experience of being in a noise warfare between Commonwealth and La Mona Rosa's speaker systems, with LR's own music turned up high, and the piano only used one night of the week. I would recommend Doberman Drawing Room as of now for better drinks options, less noise, and vibe. The new menu to replace Fear and Laundry will come out this Fall, will be bring some regulars with me to check on LR again and hopefully give more than 2 stars on the next review.

We've been wanting to check out Nocturno for a while! The last time we were in town, they hadn't…read moreopened yet, so this time we made a trip downtown specifically to visit the bar--and it was absolutely worth it. We ended up ordering a few of the classic cocktails along with several bartender's choice drinks based on the flavors we told him we enjoyed. I believe our bartender was Capano, and he did an incredible job. His recommendations were spot-on, and every drink had amazing flavor and was perfectly balanced. The combinations worked so well together, and you could tell a lot of thought went into each cocktail. The service was fantastic, the drinks were excellent, and the entire experience was worth the trip. Definitely recommend checking out Nocturno if you're down in the Arts District. We'll absolutely be back!

It depends on your goal. It's a nice place for drinks and to meet up with someone…read more We went on Open Table and saw the menu but they didn't update their menu so everything we were looking forward to trying was not available. They had completely changed the menu. The reason was because they have a new chef. The food was good, we had the spicy tuna, Caesar salad for starters and the Pan Fried Salmon and Hanger Steak for the main course. The Espresso Martini was fantastic! Only complaint is they haven't updated their menu. It would be helpful if their menu was current because this menu was very limited. They didn't have dessert. We were told no a lot on things we asked for. To me, that's bad. The staff was great and the service was good but I probably won't be back.

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!

What an awesome spot! Went on a busy Saturday night and was lucky to snag a couple seats at the…read morebar. Chris, our bartender, really took care of us. Took the time to explain their process for making the ingredients used in their cocktails. Walked us through everything as he made our drinks. Cocktails were fabulous! In addition to the drinks, the atmosphere and concept is really cool. It's an immersive space with some jungle animation happening behind the bar. And to add to it all, the service was top notch. Next time you're in the arts district of Las Vegas, stop in and check them out. I'm not sure if reservations are required so check on that beforehand. Don't miss this spot!

The atmosphere at Prowl is really cool. It is so nicely designed and they have a great use of…read morephysical decor and animations on TV to really create the feeling that you're in a jungle environment. Our waitress was super friendly and really encouraged us to try some things because we really weren't sure about the menu. She was super attentive and we really appreciated that. The reason I'm giving this a three star review (and I feel bad doing so) is because I genuinely hated the drinks. Like viscerally hated. The menu really was a struggle as someone who's a gin drinker. There wasn't a lot on the menu which I'm often used to, but the drinks were either cloyingly sweet or incredibly tart and bitter. There seems to lack of balance and there were a lot of really weird flavors that really didn't seem to go together. Now I can't speak on every single drink on the menu, but I did try a couple that are either premixed or on tap and I really struggled with them. I was excited about the ginger drink, and I was given a taste of their homemade ginger beer, and it felt like it was going to burn a hole through my stomach. Which is typically not my reaction to anything gender flavored. I just think the balance of flavors are not quite right and so certain things overpowered other flavors. I ended up really not wanting anything on the menu because everything was so rum based and I really don't like rum, so they offered to make me a cocktail with some flavors that I liked. They told me they had passionfruit, which I was really excited about. It usually is a really nice combination of sweet but not too sweet and good fruity flavor. I had a passionfruit gin drink made, and it was absolutely gorgeous coming out. Unfortunately, what I didn't know was that the passionfruit that they have is on the very sour and tart side (contained by a staff member later), which has never been my experience with passionfruit in the past. One of the things that I told the waitress was that I really don't like sour. I like citrus but not something that is so overly sour that it tastes like I'm eating a warhead. And the drink that was made for me had both lemon and this really tart passionfruit to the point all I could taste was this awful sour flavor. I felt bad and drank it and was not about to ask it off the bill because they were so kind about everything. The drink ended up only being nine dollars and I genuinely wonder if they undercharged me, but I felt a lot better that that's all I paid for it. Aesthetically it was beautiful, but it tasted horrible. I tried my friends drink, which was a play on a margarita with Mezcal, and that was also incredibly bitter and sour. I'm not someone who needs disgustingly sweet drinks, hence me not liking rum, but I do need a balance of sweetness with the other flavors. My friend thought her drink was OK, but she said she wouldn't order it again. I would definitely give this location another shot if I could figure out a drink that would work, but it seems their drinks either are very sour or very sweet and I'm hoping that at some point they will be able to find a good balance between the two.

My absolute favorite bar of all time! 1000000000000000/10!!!…read more I could live at Dark Sister!!! It is my go to place to hang out with the girls on a night out! If I am in the arts district, I am at Dark Sister (if they're open... sometimes I'm there in the day and they are not open yet and I am sad. lol) It's moody, it's witchy, it's got all the Goth eclectic goodness! I love how it is decorated!!! It's giving dark academia, mixed with a séances, sprinkle in a little bit of dried flowers and top it with a tarot card. They have such a variety of seating, they have large loungey couches in the front, smaller couches with chairs and tables as you go inside, long and larger tables for larger groups in the back, a massive bar area with seating, as well as a gorgeous patio with bar seating as well as tables and loungey bench areas. It is comfy, cozy, and an amazing place to just chill and hang out. The music is always perfect. The lighting is the perfect dark dim. I have never felt more at home somewhere in my life. It is my happy place. It doesn't matter what I'm doing. If I go there it makes me happy! I absolutely love that they have a mocktail menu and that they rotate the drinks every season. I don't drink and also a lot of my friends don't either and their mocktail menu is a winner every single time, I've never had a drink there that I did not enjoy. Honestly, I would love if they had more mocktail options than they already do. I'm really glad that they added snacks!! Their snack tray is amazing I get it almost every time I'm there. The only thing I would like is for there to be more variety of snacks! I do love the chocolate covered espresso beans but somehow, I am the one that ends up finishing them and then I don't sleep... which is definitely a me problem but like... they're addictive man... we need something else chocolate, like, of course keep the chocolate covered espresso beans, but like maybe chocolate covered raisins or chocolate covered berries? If you guys added a charcuterie board... take our money!!! My friends, and I would never leave, Take all our money!! Like a witchy charcuterie board!! I absolutely love that they have an outdoor patio now!!! It is stunning! Being witchy in the fall is going to be amazing there!!! I've been going there since they opened and from the moment I walked in I was in love. I have watched as this bar has continued to grow, and it only gets better with age. I adore the staff, they are so sweet! They have always been nothing but kind and caring. If something is going down outside, they are locking us in and keeping us safe. I was there one time when there was a shooting going on outside and they immediately locked the doors until it was safe for us to leave. I appreciate how much they take safety seriously! I really love that every single time I go there it seems that they have added something new to make it an even more fun experience! They have a lot of really awesome places to take photos! Definitely cute place to have a girly witchy photo shoot! They do a lot of of events and classes, I haven't been able to go down for one of their events/classes yet, but I'm really dying to go take one of the crafty witchy classes! I love that they're not only a bar, but they're also trying to build community! Dark Sister is absolutely perfect. PERFECT. It is all I have ever wanted and more in a space. I will continue being a happy loyal customer for as long as we both shall live. Thank you, Dark Sister for existing... and making my life complete.

Great place! We were there on first Friday which was also 4th of July weekend and the 4 of us were…read moreable to get a table outside (it was pretty full inside). The outside patio was covered and had a 2nd bar out there which was very nice. Once we sat down, someone came over to let us know to order at the bar. Once we ordered, we got our drinks very quickly. I can't remember what I got, but 1 of my friends got the spicy drink that comes in a skull glass with 2 peppers to look like horns, loved the presentation! We had great service from the hostess to the bartender! There was a place across the way playing live music, so that was nice in the space. Not sure if we could hear music out there without it. I thought the prices were pretty average for a bar downtown. We also gave the photo booth a try inside and came away with 2 great strips. Great place to stop in for a drink!

No nonsense drinks at a fantastic price in an amazing cultural experience. Get your drinks for here…read moreor to go!

Oak and Ivy is a craft cocktail bar located in Las Vegas about 10-15 minutes from the Vegas Strip…read more It's inside Downtown Container Park which is a bunch of restaurants, bars, and shops built in repurposed shipping containers. There is both indoor bar seating and outdoor seating with games like Jenga. On hot days, there are mist machines to cool off. The infinity old fashioned ($15) was solid. The before sunrise ($15) was on the sweeter side and had good lychee flavors. The my oh mai ($17) was a tiki cocktail and was also good. The cool thing is that you can grab your drinks and walk around the park. They have a lot of cocktails that are barrel aged. They don't serve food but there are other restaurants in the immediate vicinity.

Tiki-licious little hideout just off Fremont! We ducked in after lunch from the Fremont circus and…read moreimmediately got the dark booths, straw thatch and zero pretension. Dope vibe. We asked for the Lili of the Valley soft-serve. Bartender made the Na'cho Whip instead. He owned it, let us keep the Whip, and said he'd make the Valley whenever we were ready. Didn't rush us. Then he made it at no charge. Also had the Hawaii 5-0, What Happens in Vegas, and the Piña Colada. Frozen drinks were made in front of us, not the pre-batched stuff on Fremont. Strong, tropical, and they'll put them (if they can) in any glass if you ask. They serve actual food too, not just bar snacks. Staff stayed friendly the whole time. Perfect when you want a booth and a real cocktail instead of standing on Fremont with a yard drink. We'll be back for a scorpion bowl!

I really wanted to love this place, but when we walked in it smelled weird. We were the only ones…read morein there and it took too long for the waitress to come to our table if you know what I mean. The drink we ordered was GOOD though. We got a Scorpion bowl.

Tucked away on the second floor near the fitness center, Nowhere at Fontainebleau feels a bit…read morehidden with speakeasy vibes. It's a swanky lounge that's easy to miss, but definitely worth seeking out. I arrived right at opening and had the place to myself for a bit. The cocktail menu is creative and fun! I tried the "Let's Elope" and the "Country Club Wifey," and both were beautifully crafted and absolutely delicious. A big highlight of the visit was the bartender, Seth. He was super friendly, engaging, and full of great recommendations. Later in the evening they have live music on stage. It's a great spot to unwind, enjoy some quality cocktails, and just relax.

Everywhere you sat was a good spot. Here to see Marc…read moreAnthony during his residence in Vegas. I didn't buy drinks or food here but staff where very nice and helpful. Concert to start at 9PM. Hopefully doesn't start too late...I'm afraid he's known for that..

I came here for a networking event and whaaa? This place is so freaking cool!! The atmosphere is…read morebrooding, dark, paintings, and hunting trophies. Interesting cocktails, excellent service, and just a place to wow. I like a quiet spot so when the band came on we left not too long afterwards but while it was quiet, this was definitely a vibe. Loved all their drinks we tried and this is definitely a cool spot for a date or just a pre-dinner drink.

After hearing so many great things about the Doberman, we finally made our way a few nights ago to…read morefinally experience this beautiful bar/lounge ourselves and to celebrate my new job! The special Wes Anderson inspired menu is what really prompted us to celebrate at Doberman and it certainly did not disappoint. My husband and I tried multiple cocktails from this specialty menu; The Life Aquatic, The Darjeeling Limited, The Royal Tenenbaums, Asteroid City, and Isle of Dogs. While all of these were truly fantastic as well as aesthetically pleasing, The Darjeeling Limited was hands down the drink we enjoyed the most and what will likely bring us back in before this special menu is gone. The Life Aquatic was incredible looking, but was our least favorite as it was quite sweet. The space is absolutely gorgeous with so many unique art pieces and tchotchkes to look at. Our waitress, Taylor, was also very friendly and ensured we had a good experience. I am docking a star though as I had a few minor complaints... 1) My husband put under the reservation that we were celebrating my new job; something both hostesses immediately congratulated me on upon arrival as well as our waitress. Being that we were there to celebrate, it was odd that we were seated at the table in the back, right next to the restrooms. When we arrived at 7:30pm, Doberman was only at about 20% capacity (it filled up later); being seated next to the restrooms was noisy from the doors slamming and busy with everyone walking right past us. Kind of a bummer and something we didn't realize until we were 1/2 way through our 1st cocktails. 2) There is a sign next to the front door asking you to not take photographs or video during your time at Doberman; something the hostess reiterated as well. I will admit, I was guilty of sneaking a few photos, but the large party of 7 that was sat across from us later in the evening were blatantly taking dozens of selfies with the flash on and standing up many times to take video / photos of the space, some also with the flash on. This was incredibly disruptive and we were honestly surprised that no staff told them to please put their phones away. 3) The volume of the music kept changing. While we enjoyed the selection of music, sometimes it was so loud my husband and I could not carry on a conversation, while other times it was pleasant background music. The volume inconsistency was a bit annoying. Despite my 3 minor issues, I truly loved Doberman Drawing Room. The atmosphere and drinks are well worth the hype. Added bonus was feeling like we were on vacation in NYC, Chicago, or London; a fun little escape from the neon glimmer of our desert city.

This is now my favorite. The open menu of characteristics, the Ambiance and subtle upfront bar…read moreseating. We went through the side door, rang the door bell and the service was prompt. While going here with a friend was worth it, i cant wait to return with more.

White Whale turned out to be my favorite cocktail bar my friend and I visited during our bar crawl…read moreon a Saturday night. We sat at the bar and Miguel made us our drinks and provided great conversation. The vibe in here is a millennial dream. 90s R&B throwback songs play through the speakers while you sip your cocktail crafted fresh by one of the bartenders. There are two rooms, a main room and speakeasy in the back. There's plenty of bar seats and tables. We ordered the Trouble Maker and Spicy Flamingo. Both cocktails were delicious and fresh. I will definitely return to White Whale and recommend it to anyone looking for a fun cocktail bar.