This was a difficult one. We have a lot of interesting bars in Vegas since it is such a distinctive place. We spent far more time than we want to admit narrowing down this list and attempting to figure out why we included the items we did. We're not going to attempt to arrange them in any particular order, so we simply went by alphabetical order. We won't go into detail about the method, but believe us when we say these are the establishments with the best vibes and atmospheres. However, if someone who isn't on the list inquires, we just choose bars at random.
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1. The Crystal Chandelier
Why settle for one bar when three are available? The solution is probably so you don't have to walk when inebriated. However, at The Chandelier, you won't have to walk too far. This bar is unusual in that it mixes three distinct rooms, each with its own feel and depth, to create a tiered cake of libations, as we've affectionately dubbed it.
The first floor is a casino bar with live music, the third floor (which is really on the second floor of the building) is a chic lounge that complements the shopping, and the middle level is a private cocktail area with its own mixologists that can only be accessed via the other two. So bring your own personality to the Chandelier and discover the level that's suited for you - or at least for now.
2. Commonwealth
Commonwealth's distinction is less apparent than it is in some of the other places on the list. It isn't overly adorned, and there are no video games. It does, however, have a vibrant personality and lots of room to entertain, express oneself, or encourage intimacy. Starting with the main bar, the space seems like the greatest person you've ever met's loft, until you realise it's really a ghost and you're going insane. *GASP* But then you relax and get a drink from one of the skilled bartenders who create incredible drinks from scratch.
The roof, which has its own bar, DJ booth, and seats, overlooks Fremont Street, providing a unique vantage point for those observing or seeing the many activities that take place. Everything is one-of-a-kind in the sense that accuracy and individuality are one-of-a-kind in a city founded on excess and losing your shirt. Of course, if you do lose your shirt, Commonwealth has a hidden bar called the Laundry Room. But that's another thing entirely.
3. Tiki Room Frankie's
It's a tiki room, for crying out loud. How long has it been since you've seen one of those? If you're under the age of 60, the answer is almost certainly never. However, you now have the opportunity to experience what others thought was "super rad" in 1957. Frankie's Tiki Room is unusual in that it is a tiki room. Hold your horses for this one. It has tiki sculptures, bamboo, special cocktails with tiny umbrellas in them, and even a shrunken head that may or may not have a little umbrella stuck in it, depending on how drunk people were the night before.
The sculptures were made just for the bar, and everything about it shouts, "We've managed to build a tiki bar that's fun while remaining on the racist side." Frankie's is the place to go if you want a unique experience with cheap and powerful cocktails. Just be careful not to break any of the tikis. You won't be cursed, but the owners will be very disappointed.
4. Spike of Gold
Have you ever dreamed your summer camp was a nightclub? Or did you simply spend your summers as a child hanging out at a bar, claiming to be a 35-year-old ophthalmologist called Raul while wearing a false moustache? If you completed the last one, kudos to you. You're a true diehard. But if you simply want to have a good time, Gold Spike offers a range of gaming and entertainment options that make it a one-of-a-kind drinking establishment.
They have bean bag toss (which reportedly goes by various names depending on where you are from - the funniest of which is "corn holer"), gigantic Jenga, and lots of board games in addition to the usual pool and darts. There's also a bed in the room. We're not sure what to do with it either. Do you want to lie down on it? You're going to lie to your SO about it? It's probably not a good idea to doze off on it. It is, nevertheless, distinctive. And it is the most crucial aspect of this situation.
5. Hofbräuhaus
At Hofbräuhaus, it's Oktoberfest every day of the year. And, although we despise them for forcing us to seek out how to put umlauts on letters in our blog software – as well as how to spell umlaut – we like them for their fantastic beer and German attitude, which you don't see much of in the desert. The structure is a copy of the original Hofbräuhaus in Munich, which makes it less distinctive, yet it still has a particular place in our hearts. And if you disagree, the Germans will most likely bail out your financial system.
They've evolved significantly through time. Hofbräuhaus is the place to go to drink beer and meet new people, with genuine music and a vibrant environment. With the family seating, you're almost certain to make a new drinking companion. However, due to the high quality of the beer, you should avoid overindulging. You may be thrown out with a resounding, "Aussteigen!" (In German, this means "go out.") We don't know whether that's what they'd really say. We're free to keep our beer.)
6. Millennium adoration
So you're looking for a bar where you can drink and wear your Boba Fett costume without looking like you just crawled out of a sarlacc pit? You've come to the right place. Millennium Fandom, a cosplay bar in Las Vegas, allows you to dress up as your favourite sci-fi and fantasy characters while sipping shots of excellent drinks that you can pass off as butter beer or Romulan ale.
The cosplay possibilities are endless, but it should presumably still adhere to public nudity regulations. And if you do decide to dress up as Boba Fett, don't attack a Jedi. Millennium Fandom is a smart speakeasy where you may live out your fandom dreams.
7. The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas' Skybar
Beauty and elegance may be one-of-a-kind, particularly in a location like the Las Vegas Strip, where slot machines outnumber books by an astounding 8 trillion to one ratio. However, the Skybar at the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas keeps things elegant with an amazing room that seems like a beautiful loft owned by a genuine person you'd definitely hook up with if it meant waking up to that view. Yeah, we'll have to go for that view with a vengeance.
It's one of the greatest in the city, and the fact that you're doing it in such a welcoming and sophisticated setting just adds to the appeal. When you factor in the live music and delicious drink and small nibbles menus, it's easy to understand why Skybar stands out among the 30 or so tiny casino bars you've undoubtedly passed in the past 10 minutes.
8. Ice Bar Minus 5
Yes, Minus 5 Ice Bars may be found in various locations. We'll agree to that for the time being. Are there any of them in the desert, though? What exactly is it? We are unable to hear you. No? That's exactly what we were thinking. Because where else would you need to be surrounded by ice? We have the only two Minus 5 Ice Bars in the desert. Minus 5 is the only location in town to be surrounded by 360 degrees of 23-degree bliss while the sun is shining and cooking all the visitors like a nice tofurky loaf (some of our authors are vegetarian).
If you're perplexed by it, you're probably suffering from heat stroke, and you should go to Minus 5 as soon as possible. If you like ice but your hotel won't allow you to hang out in their industrial space,
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