Las Vegas has become a culinary destination, but it wasnât always that way. Not long ago, buffets and burger joints made up a majority of resort restaurants but thatâs certainly not the case anymore. Buffets have been replaced with more sophisticated food halls and those cheap shrimp cocktails have morphed into elegant seafood towers. Even the chefs who once worked in the restaurants on The Strip have branched out and opened remarkable restaurantsâwithout the inflated pricesâin neighborhoods all across the valley. You'll find chefs hailing from Michelin-starred establishments and stunning brasseries, plus some plant-based surprises, all worth discovering. Hereâs a look at some of the best restaurants in Las Vegas right now. RECOMMENDED:đ¤Â The best buffets in VegasđĽÂ The best brunches in Las Vegasđ The best things to do in VegasđˇÂ The best bars in Vegasđď¸Â The best Airbnbs in Vegas
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Las Vegas has been synonymous with buffets really since the concept was first introduced to keep hungry gamblers from leaving the casino. Everyone had one. A number of buffets have transformed into upscale food halls over the years. Still, a few all-you-can-eat emporiums remain, providing a dining experience where variety and quantity are at the forefront. Looking to feast? The best buffets in Las Vegas satisfy all cravings and palates. This guide was updated by Vegas-based writer Ryan Slattery. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. RECOMMENDED: đ´Â The best restaurants in Las VegasđĽÂ The best bars in Las Vegas
Las Vegas is like no other place on earth, full of wild spectacles, world-famous sporting events, 24/7 casinos and unparalleled nightlife, immersive experiences, and even natural wonders. With so much activity packed into a considerably small area, finding the best things to do in Las Vegas can be overwhelming. Thatâs where we come in. What follows is a nifty guide to The Strip and beyond, including the must-see restaurants and can't-miss shows to check out, plus some off-the-beaten-path favorites to get you outdoors. Below are our picks of the best things to do in Vegas. This guide was updated by Vegas-based writer Ryan Slattery. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. RECOMMENDED:đ´ The best restaurants in Las Vegas right nowđď¸ Hidden gems in Las Vegas you need to know aboutđˇ The best bars in Las VegasđŠ The best hotels in Las Vegasđ° The best Airbnb mansions in Las Vegas
Where do you start? Tackling Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace is like running a marathon. With more than 250 individual-sized dishes, this is definitely a place where you need to pace yourself and choose wisely. There is no way youâll be able to taste everything and you absolutely must save room for dessertâwhich, in my opinion, is the best part of the Bacchanal experience. Even before I ordered my sweet tea, I took a long lap past all 10 kitchens and action stations to scout the seemingly endless options. Itâs a necessary move just to orient yourself and to plan an efficient attack through what is widely considered the cityâs top buffet, and with a hefty price (dinner starts at $79.99), you want to be sure to get your moneyâs worth. The first buffet in Las Vegas opened at the El Rancho resort in 1941. The whole premise was to quickly feed hungry gamblers in chuck-wagon-style and keep them on property. Others caught on and it became a Vegas signature. When Bacchanal Buffet opened in 2012 to eye-popping success, it upped the ante, forcing competitors to tweak, or completely overhaul, their own operations. Photograph: Courtesy Caesars Palace The reason Bacchanal stands out is that, despite its overwhelming number of offerings, itâs still approachable. You donât feel engulfed by the experience. Bacchanal also changed the game with open, chef-run kitchens and by serving individual portions on small plates. In doing so, they eliminated food waste and the need to scoop out spoo
You know it as well as we do, there is nowhere like Las Vegas. If youâve been, youâll want to go back a thousand times, and if you havenât, youâre probably wondering if it lives up to the hype. Well weâll let you in on a little secret. Vegas lives up to the hype, and then some. And Sin City is bound to be unlike anything youâve experienced before. Sure, youâve got to check out the wild casinos and thumping clubs, but the best way to really take it all in? Thatâs checking out a rooftop bar, ordering a cocktail youâve never tried, and taking in 360-degree views of the city. Vegasâs rooftop bars will serve you an indulgent steak or have you singing and dancing all night long. Theyâll have you snapping photos to make your entire Instagram feed jealous. From pool parties to adult playgrounds, here are the best rooftop bars in Vegas. RECOMMENDED:đ¸ The best bars in Vegasđď¸ The best pools in Vegasđ¨ The best hotels in Vegasđ The best things to do in Vegasđ¤ The best buffets in Vegas
Proclaimed one of the best restaurants in America by the Wall Street Journal, Cosmopolitanâs Wicked Spoon serves up an array unlike any other. This isnât a line-up-and-heap-it-on-your-plate place. Here, you can sample a variety of inventive and trendy items youâre unlikely to find at other buffetsâbone marrow, duck tacos, kimchi fried riceâall served on individual-sized plates and designed to mix and match.
If youâre headed to Las Vegas, chances are youâre here for the casinos, clubs and bright lights of The Strip and to party the night away. And we donât blame you. Vegas is a city to get lost in, where you never know what will happen next. But weâll let you in on a little secret â thereâs much, much more to this city than meets the eye. Thatâs right. Vegas isnât just worth a trip for its infamous Strip, or for its many extravagant buffets, casinos and clubs. The city is actually home to a whole host of hidden gems, from state parks to an underground museum to a one-of-a-kind outdoor art installation. For a treat, weâve let you in on the cityâs most well kept secrets. Read on for the best hidden gems in Vegas. RECOMMENDED:đ The best things to do in Vegasđ˝ď¸ The best restaurants in Las Vegasđ¤ The best buffets in Vegasđˇ The best bars in Vegasđ¨ The best Las Vegas hotelsđď¸ The best Airbnbs in Vegas
Welcome to the Bachelor Party Capital of the World. Now, we arenât going to put too much into the âWhat Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegasâ mentality, as love and commitment deserve more, but there is no better place on the planet for a debauchery-filled blowout. Vegas has it all and then some, from fighter jets to jousting. Come to think of it, fighter jets and jousting arenât all that different. The best Las Vegas bachelor party ideas are every bit as exciting as you might assume. Everything is covered here, no matter the desire. Party crews will be in wonderland, while Vegas offers plenty of curiosities and charm for less-excitable troupes. Hiking, culture, casinos, and buffets, it is all here. Yes, that is everything. RECOMMENDED: The best cheap hotels in Las Vegas
Is there anything better than brunch in Las Vegas? Many consider it to be the most important meal of the dayâa weekend tradition that rivals seeing a show or making a trip to the nightclub. If taking part in the latter, itâs one thing youâll definitely need and deserve after an epic night on the town. What the top brunches all have in common are great food, a fun atmosphere and a bit of boozeâperhaps some bottomless champagne to go with your meal. So grab a mimosa or hail down the Bloody Mary cart and kick that hangover to the curb. Weâre breaking down the best brunches in the city. Are you ready? This guide was updated by Las Vegas-based writer Ryan Slattery. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. RECOMMENDED: đ˝ď¸ The best restaurants in Las Vegasđ¤ The best buffets in VegasđĽ The best brunches in Las Vegasđ The best things to do in Vegasđˇ The best bars in Vegasđ¨ The best Las Vegas hotelsÂ
This veteran AYCE option is fresh off a late-2015 facelift thatâs brought new life to both the menu and the design. Among the 100-plus new dishes are spaghetti and meatballs (made according to the Sinatra family recipe) and Guinness-braised short ribs, while live-action stations offer South American-style barbecue and a rotisserie wall of slow-cooked meats. With a light-and-bright ambianceâand new âendless pourâ options for beer, wine and seasonal cocktailsâthis is one buffet where youâll want to linger.