Shadow Bar

Caesars Palace
3570 Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Donna P. writes: No cover, strong drinks, plenty of seating, hot naked women behind back-lit silk screens, and some of the speediest, nicest cocktail servers I've ever encountered.

Crowd is mostly 30 somethings and some random older men.  Quite a few more guys than…

Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare

Wynn Las Vegas
3131 Las Vegas Boulevard S.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Brett D. writes: For my girls and I, Vegas turned into one huge party (and why shouldn't it?)... the days transitioned into nights and then back into days without as much as a morsel of food or a decent hours rest. With only one night left to go before we all…

SW Steakhouse

Wynn Las Vegas
3131 Las Vegas Boulevard S.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Kaz S. writes: It was conveniently in the hotel I was staying, and I alternate between being a good salad / sushi girl and a martini bingeing red meat eater.  Guess what night last night was?
Plus, I was curious...why does Steve Wynn put his name on the restaurant?…

The Country Club @ Wynn Resorts

3131 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Jenn B. writes: I go to vegas about 5 times a year, and my visit is not complete without a dinner at Country Club.  I actually found this place by accident- I originally had a reservation at the steakhouse at the Palms, but my flight was late and I couldn't make it…

Whole Foods Market

8855 W Charleston Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Laura P. writes: Only the food-obsessed on a mission goes to a Whole Foods on vacation.  While my sis-in-law had to go get a gift for my mother-in-law, I volunteered hubby to take me our for healthy brunch items.  Organic fruit.   A spinach quiche worthy of Popeye.…

Sushi Mon Restaurant

8320 West Sahara Ave.
#180
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Judy H. writes: YUM!  sushi was the perfect thing to eat after getting my teeth cleaned down the street.  soft food that won't hurt your slightly sore teeth/gums.

small place...probably only seats 50 people (including the sushi bar).  service was excellent.  probably…

International Marketplace

5000 S Decatur Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89118

anita c. writes: Set a few blocks past the freeway, west of The Strip, this enormous warehouse-like space is more like a Costco for imported food than like any supermarket you've ever seen.

Along the south side of the building, you'll find mostly European and New…

Alternate Reality Comics

4800 S Maryland Pkwy Ste D
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Victoria M. writes: Second in the series of reviews of comic book stores in Las Vegas. This is the store I consider my home store.

Ralph (the owner/operator) is awesome. He remembers your name and shows a true dedication to the force by having a clean well-stocked store…

Siena Deli

2250 E Tropicana Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Carly A. writes: Next time you are looking for something to do with your special lady on a sunny weekend, head to Siena and order the squingili salad, the mixed olives, broccoli raub, gelato, marinated mushrooms, stuffed artichokes, two Manhattan Specials, and a…

Stephano's Greek & Mediterranean Grill

4632 S Maryland Pkwy
Las Vegas, NV 89119

B K. writes: Liquor license is all in -- took the hubs today and he freaked out over Stephan's amazing offering of international beers; thought the food was pretty good, too.   Even better though, Stephan's going to turn the joint into a disco/club/? Friday…

Terra Rossa

11011 W Charleston Blvd
Red Rock Casino Resort Spa
Las Vegas, NV 89135

Jennifer L. writes: Had lunch here today - was bummed to learn that whatsherbucket from Hell's Kitchen doesn't work here any more.  I wonder if the food would've been any more "wow" if she did.  The restaurant is lovely and the servers very helpful (although in the…

Chocolat by Frederic Robert

Wynn Las Vegas
3131 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Anita L. writes: After our last trip and sampling Vosges-Haut Chocolate at Caesar's Palace, I thought it was impossible to find yet another chocolatier with equal or better chocolates. I was wrong. While Vosges-Haut features exotic flavored chocolates, Chocolat was…

Bouchon Bakery

3355 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109

maria d. writes: Thank God for Bouchon Bakery. In Vegas you are either dropping mad cash on good meals or you are eating slop at a food court. Bouchon Bakery is for those moments you can't do the former or you are not too drunk or desperate to do the latter.  I could…

Caesars Palace

3570 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Kaz S. writes: Classic...it just seems like it's been around forever and it's my Vegas favorite.  I'm talking even before the Forum shops expanded.  They used to be OK with underaged people gambling and I've been gambling since I was a teen.  Where was my mom?…

Playboy Club

Palms Casino
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Genevieve Y. writes: Date & Time:  Sunday August 24, 2008 @ 9pm
Location:  The 53rd Floor of The Palms(Elevator Host Takes you Up)
Admission:  There is a Fee- Denise Got Us All In
Company:  Denise M. & Shawn & Michael
Crowd:  High-Rollers in Ed Hardy & Their Arm-Candies in…

Enoteca San Marco

The Venetian
3355 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Andie J. writes: This Mario Batali mostly antipasti restaurant in the Venetian was the other sparkling culinary star of my stay (the other being Aquaknox).

Set amidst the blue "sky" in the Square part of the Venetian, Enoteca serves delicious small plates of salads,…

The Bar at Times Square

New York New York Hotel & Casino
3790 Las Vegas Boulevard S.
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Suzanne B. writes: How perfect are these lyrics for a Vegas night:

"With the lights out, it's less dangerous
Here we are now, entertain us "

Didn't know Nirvana could be the poets of Sin City, did you?  Neither did I, but when you find yourself crowded into the Bar at…

Las Vegas Neon Boneyard

Las Vegas, NV 89136

Katherine K. writes: Off the beaten path, this is defintely a Vegas must-see. As mentioned, tours must be set up in advance and cost a nominal fee, but well worth it.

A photographer's dream, the retired signs of old Vegas are arranged in two fenced yards. Our tour guide…

Penn and Teller

1900 E Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Miz Tam T. writes: 3.5 stars:

We really enjoyed this show and since I was a smart girl and got our tickets through Goldstarevents.com, we didn't pay the $85.00 per ticket the box office wanted. Having never really watched any Penn and Teller and knowing my guy loves…

Body English

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
4455 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Lauren Y. writes: +1 star for not waiting in line
+1 star for being a girl and not paying a cover
+1 star for getting a bracelet for free champagne all night
+1 star for having enough space to dance my ass off

Things I learned while in Vegas: There are definitely reasons…

Undefeated

4480 S Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Justin S. writes: Having been a long time fan...It was my 1st time setting foot in an actual UNDFTD.  Located in an unassuming strip mall right across the street from the Hard Rock...This place is tres kool (unlike the sweltering triple-digit heat outside the store).…

Metropark

3200 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas Fashion Show Mall
Las Vegas, NV 89136

S L. writes: A work colleague of mine had to have the Tokidoki x Hello Kitty wallet that was sold out all over California. Go figure... they had it at the Las Vegas store.

Cut to my arriving in Vegas and my first stop being Metropark in Fashion Show Mall. Okay so…

Shoe In

Wynn Las Vegas
3131 S. Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Claire Y. writes: When I was informed by some female colleagues that there exists a place called "Shoe In" in the city of "all-in," I knew I had to make certain that i visit this shoe sanctuary during my stay in Vegas.

After a long day of business meetings and seminars…

Sunflower Farmers Market

3365 E Tropicana Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Susan R. writes: I have shopped here twice.  It is out of my way since Whole Foods is so much closer to me.  Since I am used to shopping at Whole Foods, this place was quite a change for me.  
I absolutely LOVE the Alba face wash, shampoo and conditioner.  That alone…

Tabu Ultra Lounge

MGM Grand
3799 S. Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Donna L. writes: Tabu Ultra Lounge is the best lounge I have ever been to. My friends and I checked out Tabu on a Thursday night. We were on the guest list but didn't arrive until past 10:30PM. The lines were long but luckily, we waited for 15 minutes before…

Emeril's New Orleans Fish House

MGM Grand Hotel
3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Holly T. writes: A true 5 star meal at last! With the exception of my brother's cooking, it feels like months since the last time I had a meal this delicious.

Not wanting to set myself up for disappointment, my expectations were fairly low. No one really seemed…

Francesco's

3300 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Ness S. writes: Wow this place is amazing!  My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this place while on our way to Cirque Du Soleil, Mystere, inside treasure island.  We waited till the last minute to eat before the show without having reservations anywhere.  At first, we…

Fantasy

Luxor
3900 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Merrill M. writes: I had no idea what to expect except seeing lots of t&a. Well, we got that, plus singing and a comedian/celebrity impersonator. The girls had pretty nice bodies, and the ones w/ fake boobs made me cringe. It looked like it hurt dancing around with all…

Mesa Grill

3570 Las Vegas Blvd S
Caesars Palace
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Bonnie L. writes: My college roommate's aunt would always send care packages enclosed with Chile Rellenos and Oreo cheesecake. After one bite I asked, "Where were you all my life??"  Since then, I order Chile Rellenos off every menu I see but none are comparable to my…

Naked Fish's Sushi & Grill

3945 S Durango Dr
Ste A6
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Kendo U. writes: After lazing about the pool at Red Rock for a bit, we cleaned up, and headed down to the Strip for a pre-wedding meet & greet.  After a few drinks, we were getting kind of hungry, but nothing at the Flamingo sounded good.  The good thing about having…

Lahaina Grill

4570 S Hualapai Way
Las Vegas, NV 89147

lena d. writes: celebrated a friend's 3rd annual 25th bday bash here. how awesome that the private room had an xbox 360 elite with drawers of games. karaoke was mucho grande fun. drinks were $7-8 which were yummmmmy. each round had a little more booze than the last.…

Mantra Masala

8530 W Warm Springs Rd
Ste 101
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Jerry H. writes: Indian food is one of my all-time favorites. My experience is based on growing up eating at NYC's Curry Row (6th St B'twn 1st and 2nd Ave) then the few years in my late 20's living in Dirty Jersey I was exposed to a ton of great Indo-Paki…

China Grill

Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino
3950 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89162

George C. writes: We ended up here because we had a large group and didn't have a lot of time for dinner, but surprisingly the food was pretty good, especially the calamari salad and the grilled salmon.  I guess these days every hotel in Vegas has to have a trendy…

House of Blues

Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
3950 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Randy L. writes: I just can't do enough shows here. Soon I'll be throwing bows at a Sunday Gospel Brunch, I swear. Saturday 08.01.08 was CAVALERA CONSPIRACY, basically Sepultura's core (Max and Igor) with a virtuoso lead guitarist and prog-mad bassist. Early on,…

Fleur de Lys

Mandalay Bay
3950 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89119

euge l. writes: ok now. good lord. talk about a nice place.

ive noticed i dont seem to review high end restaurants too nicely. i tend to be very critical of every last detail from the flaps of the toilet paper being folded up, to my napkin being replaced properly…

55 Degrees

3930 Las Vegas Blvd S
Ste 101
Las Vegas, NV 89119

KayJay .. writes: Someone (my schnookie ookums Ed to the M who would NEVER EVER EVER de-fan or stop loving me!) once said "Yelping about Yelpers is so meta".  I suppose he has a point, but it's those rarest of rarest occasions when you connect with one certain Yelper…

Mix Restaurant

3950 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119

jessica t. writes: I'm listening to Wendy Rene's "After Laughter Comes Tears," as I type this.

Which means that Mix is worthy of greatness.

It's a ballad in of itself

Largely the reason for the delay of this review.

I was...

Afraid I wouldn't do our dinner right, and would…

Roy's Restaurant

620 E Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Teri C. writes: It's always been a pleasure to dine at Roy's in San Francisco, so I was definitely looking forward to the opportunity to dine at the Roy's in Las Vegas.

Reservations were set for 8 pm with our very large birthday party of 16, which was to be broken…