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1. Fremont Street Experience
Fremont Street is quintessential Vegas. It's awesome Vegas. It is where I go as a local when I am a) bored, b) broke, c) want to laugh at tourists, d) need to get my weekly fill of crazy, and/or e) am playing a game of photo safari (tourist in a…More »
2. A Little White Wedding Chapel
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 382-5943
Category:
Wedding Planning
Neighbourhood: Downtown
ALWWC just screams Vegas. And that's what makes it so great. If you are going to get married in Vegas, why not do it Vegas-style? It's more fun that way.
Plus, you aren't going to find a cheaper wedding in all of Vegas. $45 (or at least that's…More »
3. Neon Museum
I've done the reservation-only tour twice now. Back in May when the boneyard was relocated to the Cashman parking lot and recently when it was relocated back to the site where the actual museum is being built.
A physical museum does not yet exist, but…More »
4. Big Elvis
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 737-2100
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Local Flavor
Neighbourhood: The Strip
Hands down, this is the best free show in Vegas. Being a lover of all things Elvis, I am a huge fan of Big Elvis. In my humble opinion, his voice is far better than any other Elvis tribute artist in town. In fact, better than any anywhere. And you…More »
5. Cape Flattery
Worth every hour of time it took to drive and hike to this point. The views are breathtaking and beautiful. The hike itself isn't bad, but definitely further than I thought based on websites, reviews, etc. Be prepared for it to be muddy. And, of…More »
6. Hoover Dam
The Hoover Dam is considered one of the 7 wonders of the modern world. And it truly is marvel-worthy. So how can it be less than 5 stars and not a Vegas must-do?
There are three things you must do at the dam. 1) Walk across the new bridge. 2) Walk…More »
7. United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
This is an amazingly well-done museum. Be prepared to spend 2-4 hours here. And during the height of tourism season, be sure to reserve your timed entry ticket in advance. (The museum is free, but they try to keep the crowd level down by timing when…More »
8. 9:30 Club
Oh 9:30 Club, you are one of the best around. No seriously, easily one of the top 5 concert venues in the entire country. It's small, but not too small. It's dive-y and has character, but you don't feel like you are catching a disease by being there.…More »
9. Pike Place Market
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 682-7453
Categories:
Fruits & Veggies,
Seafood Markets,
Grocery
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Pike Place Market may be a tourist spot, but it's also a foodie haven. There's interesting people, street performers, tons of good eats, lots of fresh veggies, flying fish, souvenirs, etc. And it is deceptively large. You can easily spend a couple of…More »
10. Garth Brooks
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 770-9966
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: The Strip
This was the perfect show. And that's coming from someone who is not even really a Garth Brooks or country music fan. But I would go again without hesitation. And this is hands-down one of the best shows I have been to in Vegas.
Going into the show, I…More »
11. Absinthe
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 745-3000
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: The Strip
OMG! Hilarious, entertaining, unexpected, fun, bawdy... I could go on and on with the adjectives. It's basically everything you want from a Vegas show - it's got it all.
The actual space itself for the show is amazing. It's in a heated tent outside of…More »
12. The National Mall
It's like the campus green of all of DC. It's this central spot with grass, lined by trees and paths. It's where people hang out and events happen. And free events at that. And it's surrounded by free museums. There's even a couple of sculpture…More »
13. Firefly
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 369-3971
Categories:
Tapas Bars,
Tapas/Small Plates
Neighbourhood: Eastside
Firefly is the one Vegas restaurant we always make sure to take family and friends that visit. The food is absolutely incredible, the drinks are great, atmosphere is nice, it's pretty cheap (especially for the quality you get), and it's open late.
My…More »
14. Quarry House Tavern
Awesome so many times over. If I lived in the SS, I would take up residency here. I would have my own bar stool. Everyone would know me by name. The QH is pretty much everything you want in a bar. It's got an excellent beer list, great food, live…More »
15. Siroc Restaurant
This restaurant really deserves an upgrade to 5 stars. My 2nd dining experience here was an impromptu dinner on a Saturday night. We were exactly dressed nicely and we didn't have reservations (which is definitely problematic when it comes to a…More »
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1/18/2012
This is a nice little spot that I probably walked by hundreds of times without so much as a second… Read more »
16. Ben's Chili Bowl
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-0909
I love Ben's. It is such a DC institution. I always bring visitors here. It's a unique spot that is a total must-do. And frankly, there are really only two things you should be ordering here - the half-smoke with chili or the hot dog with chili (if…More »
17. Downtown Cocktail Room
Is there really anything not to love about DCR? This is by far my #1 fav bar in the Vegas area.
1. It can be a little hard to get into. And that is simply because of the entrance door. It is hilarious to sit inside and look out and watch people fumble…More »
18. Fremont Street Flightlines
This was awesome! Soaring above the glitter gulch that is Fremont Street - crowds beneath your feet and neon flooding your vision. So awesome!
And it is relatively cheap too (when you consider how much other attractions in Vegas can cost). $20 at…More »
19. The Pearl
Part of me hates to say this (the part of me that loves the old, dive venues), but this may just be the perfect concert venue.
There truly is no bad seat in this place. It was built up, instead of out (if that makes any sense) - so even the the last…More »
20. B&B Ristorante
If you have only one night in Vegas and/or can only afford to indulge in a nice meal at one restaurant - this is the place you must go for dinner.
Go for broke and get the pasta tasting menu with the wine pairing. Yes, it's pricey, but it is worth…More »
21. Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 607-6333
Categories:
French,
Steakhouses,
Lounges
Neighbourhood: The Strip
Service was excellent. Ambiance is nice. There's outside dining too. Wait staff seem very knowledgeable. Decent wine list. Impressive cheese list.
Dinner started off with an amuse bouche of rib meat with red pepper cream on a crostini. It was a…More »
22. Octave Grill
Nom, nom, nom. So delicious! We were driving through Indiana, stopped to see a friend, and he recommended this spot for dinner. One of the best recommendations ever!
The restaurant itself is very small. When we walked in, all the tables were full, but…More »
23. Hotel Monaco
This was a great stay. A very short stay, but a great one. You do have to pay extra for parking/valet (which isn't unusual), but other than that, it was awesome. Very friendly staff. And we even got upgraded for free to a suite. Super comfy bed. I…More »
24. Famous Luigi's Restaurant
Luigi's is a long-time tradition in my family. And I mean LONG time. My parents used to actually come here back when they were in college and dating. And then each time we passed through DC growing up, we dined here. I've taken friends and dates here…More »
25. Secret Pizza
What a fantastic little place! I love the fact that it is hidden away - you definitely need to know what you are hunting for. And I love all of the old record albums that line the walls and ceiling as you walk in. It's the perfect tiny pizza eatery.
…More »
26. Tex Wasabi's
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 927-8399
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Barbeque
Neighbourhood: Arden-Arcade
Oh Tex Wasabi's how I love thee. Ok sure, you're not as good as the Santa Rosa location. And the food and drinks aren't really 5 stars. But the atmosphere, Gringo Sushi, and, of course, Vegas Fries, make you a winner in my book.
No seriously, if you…More »
27. Montesano's Eateria
Las Vegas, NV 89136
(702) 870-3287
After another take out experience from this fabulous place, I just have to upgrade it to 5 stars.
This time around, we tried the 4 cheese white pizza. It was fantabulous! I loved that one of the cheeses was gorgonzola. Such a great flavor…More »
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5/2/2011
Craving pizza and wings, but not wanting to eat out, we opted for take out from this truly great… Read more »
28. Pinball Hall Of Fame
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 597-2627
I finally made it over here as part of my latest date night - something I have been wanting to do for a long time. To me, this place just screamed fun and interesting, and a great date place. Thankfully, I wasn't one bit disappointed - and it was…More »
29. Emergency Arts
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Categories:
Art Galleries,
Arts & Crafts
Neighbourhood: Downtown
This is such an awesome place. So many nooks and crannies to explore. So many neat things to discover.
The fact that this place used to be a hospital is fantastic. And they didn't gut it or anything. I love that the hospital layout is still obvious.…More »
30. Hard Times Cafe
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 528-2233
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Sports Bars,
Chicken Wings
By FAR my favorite place for a quick and cheap (and late night) meal in the DC area.
All of their chilis are stellar. Go for the chili mac - you can even do it half and half and get two chilis (hint: the Cincinnati and Texas go really well together).…More »
31. Hard Times Cafe
This is my 2nd favorite of the Hard Times locations. In some ways, I think this location is more thorough than the others. The servers here are very good about always bringing you a sampler of the four different chilis and explaining the different…More »
32. Silver Peak Restaurant & Brewery
Silver Peak and I have been in a relationship for almost 5 years now. It's long-distance and we don't get to see each other very often. But 2-5 times a year, we make a real night of it.
Every time I enter Reno, I head straight to Silver Peak the first…More »
33. The Atomic Testing Museum
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 794-5161
Category:
Museums
Neighbourhoods: University, Eastside
I suppose that I first must admit that I am a Vegas history nerd - I love learning about my city and all its amazing uniqueness. And the Atomic Testing Museum is the perfect place to add to your Vegas history knowledge. Did you realize how much the…More »
34. Show-Off Las Vegas Costume Rentals
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 739-6995
Categories:
Costumes,
Professional Services
Neighbourhood: Southeast
The last time I wore an actual costume (that wasn't for some sort of stage production), I was like 8 yrs old. But the Oct. Yelp Elite invite got me excited. So using the power of Yelp, I found this little place. And what an awesome place it is!
I…More »
35. Roxy's Gourmet Grilled Cheese
The greatest thing about my weekend was Roxy's being in Vegas and my discovery of their grilled cheese awesomeness. However, every other grilled cheese I will eat is now destined to pale in comparison.
For my first stop at Roxy's, I went with the…More »
36. Shirlington Park
World's greatest dog park! Ok, maybe not really. But it sure seems like it to me. Coming from Vegas, I'd never before experienced a dog park like this. It's HUGE. And it's like strolling through the woods on a nice path - but my little cairn terrier…More »
37. The Mac King Comedy Magic Show
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 522-4700
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: The Strip
I wasn't quite sure what to expect going in, but we left this show thoroughly entertained. I laughed. I laughed a lot. And it can be hard to make me laugh. I'm also still wondering how he did a lot of those tricks.
This was a perfect afternoon show.…More »
38. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 698-7000
If Sex and the City was to create a casino, it would be this place. It's glitzy and pink, and makes you think of Carrie and Samantha. Cool bands play here for free. There are lots of great restaurants. The pool area is nice. The parking garage is…More »
39. World's Largest Gift Shop
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 385-7359
Category:
Shopping Centers
Neighbourhood: The Strip
I just love this place. It's a dive and a gem all at the same time. And anything that is the "world's largest" is certain to not let you down.
My favorite time to drop by is on the weekend around 2:00 in the morning. (Don't worry, there is sure to be…More »
40. Beecher's Handmade Cheese
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 956-1964
Categories:
Cheese Shops,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Downtown
A store devoted to cheese. And it's all made there. And it's awesome and tasty. Really, what is not to love? But the main reason to come to Beecher's is the mac 'n' cheese. Like the official name of the mac 'n' cheese suggests, it really just might…More »
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Yelping SinceMarch 2009
Things I LoveFood, roadside oddities, great beer, live music, and politics
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