10 Best Bars in Las Vegas, NV

July 23, 2018 0 0

As the best bars in Las Vegas, NV remind us, Martinis and Manhattans have always been a part of the local scene since the days of Sinatra, Martin, and Davis Jr. And while the city’s cocktail scene has always been notable, its ambiance has evolved in recent years from dimly-lit dives to some of the most sophisticated watering holes in the world. You’ll also find some of the most unique bars, taverns and temples to nightlife in town. Looking to get out and have some fun? The best bars in Las Vegas, NV won’t disappoint.

Name

Location

Description

Alibi Cocktail Lounge

Aria

Classical elegance merges with modern luxury to create an experience worth savoring.  Guests rave about the serious mixology, the music, and the overall vibe here.

The Tipsy Robot

Miracle Mile Shops

Two robots and eight humans… this is the team of bartenders that walked out of Tomorrowland and will be stirring your Old Fashioned. Order your drink via app or tablet (pick a classic drink design your own), and two robots will shake or stir that custom drink for you in less than 90 seconds.

Atomic Liquors

Downtown Las Vegas

The oldest free-standing bar in town is also one of the best bars in Las Vegas, NV, and named for the nuclear testing that used to go on in the desert. In 2012, the bar was revived as a craft cocktail destination. Many visit the establishment to take in the ambiance of the Nevada’s atomic age history that’s on the walls—and to get a well-mixed drink.

The Golden Tiki

Chinatown

Some call this the most indulgent tiki bar in town. Kitsch – from the dancing skeleton to the conch shell chair – abounds, but the drinks are solid, with a heavy emphasis on rum and tropical flavors.

Millennium Fandom

Downtown Las Vegas

Whether you’re a fan of cosplay or comic books, this is a place to catch a drink. There’s a full schedule of events to enjoy here, but be warned that the place can get packed on trivia nights.

Minus 5 Ice Bar

Mandalay Bay

Cool off from the desert sun in this ice bar. Everything from the seats to the shot glasses are made from frozen agua. It’s a refreshing place to chill out and escape the heat.

The Chandelier

The Cosmopolitan

With two million crystals hanging from, you guessed it, chandeliers, this is a gorgeous bar to behold, and an Instagram or Snapchat photo waiting to happen. The lovingly-presented drinks match the décor, with molecular garnishes to boot.

Libertine Social

Mandalay Bay

Inventive food and cocktails, plus a buzzy atmosphere, can both be had here. A master mixologist heads this bar, and his expert team blends both classic and new on the menu.

Delmonico Steakhouse

The Venetian

With more than 700 different spirits on offer here – and most of them whiskeys – connoisseurs won’t be disappointed. Mixologists here are top-notch, and you can get a mean steak grilled to your liking to go with your martini as well.

Pioneer Saloon

Goodsprings

As the oldest bar in Nevada, this saloon has been around for more than a century. It’s a landmark for the Wild West. Be sure to look for actual bullet holes in the walls.

Cheat Sheet

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Jeanette Hurt

Jeanette Hurt is the award-winning writer and author of eight culinary and drink books, including The Cheeses of California: A Culinary Travel Guide, which received the 2010 Mark Twain Award for Best Travel Book, and The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Wine and Food Pairing. She's written for TheKitchn.com, Four Seasons Magazine, Wine Enthusiast, Entrepreneur.com, and dozens more publications.

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