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Le Thai: Lunch in Fremont East District of Las Vegas, Nevada

Panang Curry with Steamed Rice, Le Thai, Las Vegas, Nevada

Le Thai is a casual and authentic Thai restaurant in the Fremont Entertainment District of Las Vegas, just east of Fremont Street. Its opening in 2011 marked a turning point for the district, which was previously unknown for its dining options. Le Thai quickly became a cornerstone in the downtown Las Vegas culinary scene. When Chef Dan Coughlin opened Le Thai, it was small with a limited menu. Over time, Chef Dan expanded the menu, focusing on Thai cuisine while …

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Fulton Fish Frye: Fish & chips at New York-New York Las Vegas

The most popular dish, Fulton's Fish and Chips, Fulton Fish Frye, Las Vegas, Nevada

Although seafood is one of the last things on my mind when I visit Las Vegas, sometimes I crave fish and chips. While it might sound strange to eat seafood in the middle of the desert, Las Vegas is a foodie city with plenty of great seafood restaurants. One of the best places in Las Vegas for fish and chips is Fulton Fish Frye, located inside the Village Eateries at the New York-New York Hotel. Often overlooked, this fast-casual restaurant, …

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Letty’s de Leticia’s Cocina in Las Vegas Art District

Enchiladas with Carnitas in a Guajillo Sauce, Letty's de Leticia's Cocina, Las Vegas, Nevada

Letty’s de Leticia’s Cocina, in the downtown Las Vegas Arts District, is a local restaurant known for traditional and authentic Mexican fare. While they consider themselves fast casual, their food is anything but that. The food here is fresh and homemade, including tacos, tortas, and all-day breakfasts. Since moving from Mexico City to Las Vegas in 1964, Chef Leticia Mitchell has opened several restaurants in the Las Vegas Valley. Her upbringing inspired her menus, combining flavors and ingredients from Mexico …

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Siegel’s 1941: A Taste of Old Las Vegas at El Cortez

Country Fried Steak, Siegel's 1941, Las Vegas, Nevada

Siegel’s 1941 is an old-school style restaurant located within the El Cortez Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas near Fremont Street. The name “Siegel’s” acknowledges the historical connections to infamous mob figures, while “1941” pays tribute to the year the resort was established. In 1945, mobsters and organized crime figures Bugsy Siegel, Meyer Lansky, Gus Greenbaum, and Moe Sedway purchased the resort from the former owners. These men, through various legal and illegal activities, played significant roles in the …

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Oyster Bar: Hidden gem inside Durango Resort in Las Vegas

A split portion of the Combination Pan Roast with a side of rice, Oyster Bar, Durango Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada

When a new Oyster Bar location opened at the recently launched Durango Resort in southwest Las Vegas, I knew I had to try it out for myself. As they recently opened this new location, and it was a Saturday afternoon, I knew I would have to wait. But the wait is worth it. I can remember the first time I tried Oyster Bar. It was at Palace Station, a nearby hotel and casino located west of the Las Vegas Strip …

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China Mama: Popular Chinese restaurant in Las Vegas Chinatown

Mama's Special Pan Fried Pork Buns, China Mama's, Las Vegas, Nevada

China Mama is a well-known and popular Chinese restaurant located in Las Vegas Chinatown, just a short drive west of the Las Vegas Strip. Loved by both locals and visitors, the neighborhood eatery is renowned for its extensive menu featuring dumplings, steamed buns, and other authentic Chinese dishes. I’ve wanted to try China Mama for a while, but I’ve never had the chance until now. Since it was a busy Friday night, I knew I would have to wait for …

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15 of the best tacos on the Las Vegas Strip for 2024

Tacos al Pastor at Tacos El Gordo, Las Vegas

The best tacos on the Las Vegas Strip is subjective. Like politics and sports, talking about who has the best taco is a highly controversial. Everyone, including myself, has their favorite spot where they claim to find the best tacos. And, it’s not unheard of for a taco spot to be loved by one group and disliked by another. Many of those spots will be on this very list. On the Las Vegas Strip, you can find every type of …

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15 of the best burgers on the Las Vegas Strip

Cheeseburger from Posh Burger at ARIA, Las Vegas, Nevada

The best burger on the Las Vegas Strip is something many debate, but one thing is clear – Vegas is more than just a city of gambling, nightlife, and shows. It’s also a foodies paradise. On the Las Vegas Strip, you can find every type of restaurant imaginable. This includes cheap eats, pizza, breakfast, buffets, and Michelin star restaurants. The city seems to have it all when it comes to food. And, this diversity is what keeps me coming back …

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17 of the best late night eats on the Las Vegas Strip

The Signature Short Rib Benedict, The Henry, Las Vegas, Nevada

If you have traveled to Las Vegas before, then you know that it is a city that never sleeps. At all hours of the day, and night, there are people walking around with endless things going on. Many resorts, casinos, bars, nightclubs, and restaurants stay open late or never close. I can tell you from personal experience that after a night out on the strip, sometimes you get a craving for a midnight meal. Whether it’s tacos, burgers, pizza, breakfast, …

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9 of the best slices of pizza on the Las Vegas Strip

Flour & Barley, Pepperoni Slice, Las Vegas

The first things that come to mind when I think of the food scene in Las Vegas are celebrity chef restaurants, buffets, and fine dining. I’ve lost track of how many restaurants Gordon Ramsay has in Vegas. Even though you can find every type of food here, one type of food that is rarely mentioned is pizza. While Las Vegas isn’t known as a pizza town, you can find great pizza all around the city. This includes on the Las …

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