classic cocktails
what are some good places for classic cocktails in vegas? looking for something similar to flatiron lounge, employees only, death & co., etc. all in nyc. are there even places like this in vegas? we'll be there in december and would love some suggestions.
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JK Grence the Cosmic Jester
Nov 18, 2010 07:49 PM
I'm somewhat reluctant to say this, but go to the Mandarin Bar at Mandarin Oriental. The reason I'm somewhat reluctant to say it is because I don't want to have to wait in an hour long line to get in for a drink the next time I'm in Vegas. It is easily my favorite bar *anywhere*. I had absolutely the time of my life there... I was ready to sell the house and move to Vegas just so I could work there. Prices are steep (upwards of $20 for a cocktail), but a good part of this is for the lush atmosphere (and oh what a view!), and the incredible service that Mandarin Oriental prides themselves on. I tried an original creation of theirs, the Golden Leaf (Hendrick's, fresh lime, muddled mandarin and pineapple) and found it utterly glorious, perfectly balanced. My companion had a Mint Julep, and I pronounced it the finest example of a Mint Julep that I had tasted.
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Herbs and Rye, Downtown Cocktail Room (DRC), Sage and American Fish. The first two more similar to what you are looking for, the second two restaurant bars with great cocktails.
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Downtown Cocktail Room
, Las Vegas, NV 89101American Fish
3730 N Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89115
