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 1. Lazy Joe's Fish & Chips

7835 S Rainbow Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89139
(702) 489-6523

Categories: Fish & Chips, Seafood

Neighbourhood: Southwest

5.0 star rating
  Update - 6/6/2011

Came back to redeem our second Groupon. Love this place. Chatted with Lazy Joe for quite some time. He told us to keep an eye out for another Groupon available in the near future. YAY! Although I'll come back without one any time. They're that good…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    5/1/2011

    What a great find! I have had this place on my radar for a while, so when the Groupon came out, I… Read more »

 2. Hedary's Mediterranean Restaurant

7365 W Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 873-9041

Categories: Middle Eastern, Greek, Mediterranean

Neighbourhood: Westside

5.0 star rating
  1/13/2011

One of my favorites around town. If you want a safe bet on good food, come here. They never let you down.

The service is somewhat abrupt, but they get the job done and are always generous with the refills of drinks and pita bread. The servings are…More »

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 3. Steak 'n Shake

9777 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89183
(702) 796-7111

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Southeast

5.0 star rating
  4/1/2011

Cheap and yummy. What more is there in life?

I've had Steak n Shake bookmarked since the day they opened in town, but haven't had a chance to try it until today. I have to admit, I'm glad I waited after hearing about the monstrously long lines.

We…More »

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 4. Monstah Lobstah - CLOSED

2551 Anthem Village Dr
Henderson, NV 89052
(702) 617-4178

Category: Seafood

Neighbourhood: Anthem

5.0 star rating
  5/30/2011

I have had Monstah Lobstah on my radar for quite some time, so when the Living Social deal popped up, I grabbed it quick and boy am I glad I did.

The restaurant is unassuming, located in a strip mall inside a Doc Holliday's. The employees were…More »

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 5. Pan Asian

2980 S Durango Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 629-7464

Categories: Japanese, Thai, Chinese

Neighbourhood: Westside

5.0 star rating
  Update - 6/30/2011

I've already returned and I have to report back all the seating upgrades they have added here. They have added quite a few booths and seating options and can now seat quite a few more people comfortably inside the restaurant, plus the booths are…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    6/17/2011

    This place is beyond amazing.

    I have had this place on my radar since it opened and after all the… Read more »

 6. Firefly

3900 Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 369-3971

Categories: Tapas Bars, Tapas/Small Plates

Neighbourhood: Eastside

5.0 star rating
  2/4/2011 ROTD 10/1/2011

I heart tapas and I heart Firefly.

I don't go nearly as often as I feel I should. Can't get enough of this place. We had another get together here with some friends and had yet another fantastic evening. I love almost everything on the menu. The lamb…More »

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 7. Ichiza

4355 Spring Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 367-3151

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

5.0 star rating
  12/6/2010

This is one of my favorite restaurants in town. I can never get enough of it.

The flavors are perfect. Simple and yummy. My absolute favorite items are the garlic chicken gizzards, grilled corn and mushrooms, grilled calamari, wasabi octopus, grilled…More »

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 8. The Original Tops

3838 E Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 449-4412

Categories: Burgers, Fast Food

5.0 star rating
  3/27/2011

Ah Tops. You had me at chili cheese fries!

One my of favorite burger joints in town. Love the variety and the staff. I haven't had one thing that I didn't love here. I almost always get the bbq chicken sandwich. The bbq is tangy and the chicken is…More »

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 9. Fukuburger Truck

Las Vegas, NV
(702) 217-0758

Categories: Food Stands, Burgers

5.0 star rating
  Update - 12/12/2010

Another successful (yet tipsy) trip to Fuku Burger. I just can't get enough of this place it seems. This time I was in the mood for spicy and boy did I hit the jackpot with the Karai Burger. My guy got the Tamago, which I had previously gotten. Both…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    12/3/2010

    Ah... I heart Fuku.

    I only seem to wander over to this place after a night of dancing (and yes… Read more »

 10. Firefly - CLOSED

1 Main St
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 380-1352

Category: Tapas Bars

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  Update - 12/17/2010

One of my favorite places in town. This location's even better than the original. Great view, great service, great food and great drinks. A magical combination.

I always get the bacon wrapped dates, they're perfection. I thoroughly enjoy the shishito…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    10/20/2010

    Great place for group outings. Great atmosphere and view.

    Big fan of the Stuffed Dates, Mac n Cheese… Read more »

 11. Simon Restaurant and Lounge

4321 Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89136
(702) 942-7777

Category: American (New)

5.0 star rating
  4/9/2011

Hmm, I was so sure I had written a review for this place before. I actually really enjoy Simon!

I just attended a party here the other day and it reminded me to update my review. I was shocked to find that I had never written an intial review even…More »

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 12. Chicago Brewing Co.

202 Fremont St
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 385-4011

Categories: Breweries, Pizza

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  3/27/2011

Mmmmmm...

Pizza and beer. A match made in heaven. I've been hearing some great word of mouth about this place for ages and have been dying to try it. Finally, I got my chance.

I ordered the white pizza and a hef. Yum! The garlicky goodness was so…More »

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 13. McMullan's Irish Pub

4650 W Tropicana Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) 247-7000

Categories: Pubs, Irish

5.0 star rating
  Update - 4/27/2011

Still love this place. I come here every week and felt my review needed an update. I still highly recommend the burgers and the nachos, but I also really like their salads and curry pie.

Don't forget to sign up for their rewards card. For every $100…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    11/30/2010

    I've also been a big fan of the burgers as of late. If I'm not indulging in the fattening and… Read more »

 14. Paradise Cantina

4480 S Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89136
(702) 434-0031

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhood: Eastside

5.0 star rating
  12/2/2010

Happy hour here I come! How can you not love 2 for 1 drinks and fattening bar food?!

I enjoy the pretzel with spicy cheese sauce as my food du jour. Don't expect haute cuisine, it's just a fun place to meet up with your friends after work to drink and…More »

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 15. The Hat

5505 Rosemead Blvd
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 292-1000
5.0 star rating
  Update - 7/25/2011

This place is an institution. I have to plead insanity on my previous review of only four stars. This place is never less than five stars all the way.

I highly recommend the wet or chili fries and lots of peppers. Their pastrami is always the way to…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    1/31/2011

    Pastrami dip and wet fries?! Yes please!

    This place is fantastic. I've been coming here for years and… Read more »

 16. Steiner's A Nevada Style Pub

8168 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89123
(702) 214-6700

Categories: Restaurants, Pubs

Neighbourhood: Southeast

4.0 star rating
  3/26/2011

I left satisfied and full.

Me and girls came here in need of a serious savory fix, after a long day of decorating cupcakes.

I ordered the beef dip and onion rings and it was yum. I'm a big fan of the onion rings here. The beef dip didn't have as much…More »

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 17. Wicked Spoon Buffet

3708 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 698-7000

Category: Buffets

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  2/12/2011

I think I had pretty low expectations of this buffet after reading all the Yelp reviews. This might account for the 4 star rating, but I'm sticking with it. Haha.

We came in on a Thursday about 8:45. Not the busiest time of the week, so service was…More »

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 18. Slidin' Thru

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Categories: Burgers, Food Stands

Neighbourhood: Eastside

4.0 star rating
  12/21/2010

I finally went, yay!

I have to admit, I've been dragging my feet on trying this place. I have two reasons for the delay. First, I haven't really gotten into the food truck craze. I can't help it, I really like sit down restaurants. I enjoy making…More »

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 19. Joyful House Chinese Cuisine

4601 Spring Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 889-8881

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

4.0 star rating
  7/18/2011

I'm quite surprised I haven't written a review for this place already.

In a town lacking in quality Chinese cuisine, this is a shining star. I used to be a regular a few years back, but since discovering lots of other yummy treats around town and…More »

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 20. First Food & Bar

3327 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 607-3478

Categories: Bars, American (New), American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  12/3/2010

I can't help it. I really like this place.

I usually just order pub food when I'm here, but I just can't seem to resist it.

It's in a pretty hard to find part of Palazzo, but it's worth the search. The chef changes up the menu pretty regularly which is…More »

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 21. Pho So 1

4745 Spring Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 252-3934

Category: Vietnamese

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

4.0 star rating
  12/2/2010

I'm a regular here. It's cheap, fast and good. My three favorite things when looking for pho.

They just redid the interior of Pho So 1, so the decor is much nicer and welcoming (and yes, cleaner) now. I usually order a vermacelli bowl. The typical…More »

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 22. Fuddruckers

4500 W Tropicana
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) 256-3833

Category: Burgers

4.0 star rating
  1/18/2011

I love me some Fuddruckers.

They have some really great protein options here, so there's literally something for everyone. I'm usually not a fan of serving myself, but I do enjoy having the ability to add all the condiments I want onto my own burger.…More »

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 23. Aloha Kitchen & Bar

2605 S Decatur Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 364-0064

Categories: Hawaiian, Karaoke, Bars

Neighbourhood: Westside

4.0 star rating
  Update - 4/22/2011

I was jonesing for some kalbi and where do I go? Aloha Kitchen, as always. It's close to me, reasonably priced and always quick and friendly service.

Same goodness as always. A little overcooked, but growing up in a home where char marks are common…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    3/6/2011

    This place doesn't disappoint.

    There may be better places in town, but they still have a lock on… Read more »

 24. Pop's Philly Steaks

501 S Decatur Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89107
(702) 878-6444

Categories: Sandwiches, Cheesesteaks

Neighbourhood: Westside

4.0 star rating
  2/7/2011

Need a cheesesteak at 4 in the morning? This is the place for you. Another review brought to you by Groupon.

I've been meaning to try this place for years. Having passed by it from time to time I always think to myself, why haven't I been there yet.…More »

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 25. KGB

3475 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 214-9110

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  3/2/2011

Pretty darn good. We came here for lunch and I was in the mood for a chicken sandwich. The waitress was friendly an accommodating. I made quite a few substitutions and they had no problem adhering to all my requests.

My chicken sandwich was stuffed…More »

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 26. STRIPSTEAK

3950 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 632-7414

Category: Steakhouses

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  2/16/2011

Steak? Yes please!

I can't get enough of good ol red meat. I have tried the lamb, ribeye and NY strip here. All to die for and all cooked to perfection. What sold me more than any of that were the sides. They were the best part of my meal. That's hard…More »

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 27. Jamms Restaurant

1029 S Rainbow Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 877-0749

Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Westside

3.0 star rating
  12/5/2010

It's just so darn hard to find really great breakfast food.

I was actually really happy with my order. I had the Sandy Omelet with sweet potato fries and it was pretty good. I was interested in ordering the pot of bread, but I forgot and ordered…More »

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 28. Sammy's L.A. Pastrami & Burgers

4035 S Decatur Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) 644-8747

Category: Burgers

4.0 star rating
  Update - 2/4/2012

Congratulations Sammy's, you have officially earned another star from me!

I came here today with my fella because we had an Entertainment book coupon to use. I ordered the chipotle steak burger and my fella got the steak sandwich. I really enjoyed the…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    1/31/2011

    Ok, this is definitely boy food! It's messy, greasy and enormous.

    I can't say I'm totally in love… Read more »

 29. Bachi Burger

470 E Windmill Ln
Las Vegas, NV 89123
(702) 242-2244

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Southeast

3.0 star rating
  12/8/2010

I really wanted to love this place. I was very pleased by how my burger was cooked. Perfectly pink and moist. The bun was fantastically buttery and plump.

I enjoyed the parmesan truffle fries. They were very similar to the ones at Yard House. So they…More »

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 30. Miller's Alehouse

6683 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 616-3414

Category: American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Southeast

3.0 star rating
  Update - 7/15/2011

Finally tried the food and it's just ok. The service was ok too.

Food is cheap, which is a plus, not the best bar food in town, but the quantities are plentiful. I highly recommend you share a meal with a friend. They're that enormous. I ordered 35…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    3/5/2011

    Cheap prices, speedy and friendly service and fun atmosphere.

    Great for big groups and lots of… Read more »

 31. Cheeburger Cheeburger

8390 S Rainbow Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89139
(702) 220-3912

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Southwest

4.0 star rating
  5/30/2011

Really? I've never written a review for this place? Well, here we go I guess.

I've been here on a number of occasions. My most recent trip was with my recently purchased Groupon. The diner atmosphere is fun, the wait staff is super friendly and…More »

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 32. BabyStacks Cafe

2400 N Buffalo Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 541-6708

Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Summerlin

4.0 star rating
  11/14/2010

NOT a fan of the waiting. The hostess definitely unestimates the wait time. We were given a 20 minute estimate that ended up being nearly an hour.

Definitely yummy food.  I think the food is on the right track, but the execution is lacking...  I was…More »

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 33. LBS Burger

11019 W Charleston Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89143
(702) 797-7777

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Summerlin

3.0 star rating
  5/16/2011

I was craving a burger so I headed down to LBS with my O.G. Ryan B.

We noticed a check-in offer and immediately started noshing on our free order of Twister Potatoes. These were fantastic, oily salty potatoes from heaven. If only they didn't totally…More »

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 34. Hash House A Go Go

6800 W Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 804-4646

Categories: American (New), Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Westside

3.0 star rating
  12/21/2010

I have a love/hate relationship with this place. That's why it's taken me so long to write a review. I debated between a 3 and 4 star rating. I really could use that 1/2 star right about now!

Everyone seems to love to come here. My first encounter…More »

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 35. Wing Stop

5045 W Tropicana Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) 316-9464

Category: Chicken Wings

3.0 star rating
  2/19/2011

Close and convenient. It does the trick when I'm in the mood for wings.

Go on Tuesdays or Wednesdays and they have 50 cent wings. Why do I always end up there on a Thursday or Monday, though. Grrr.

They don't have nearly the variety of a Buffalo Wild…More »

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 36. The Cracked Egg

6435 S Rainbow Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89118
(702) 220-6449

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Spring Valley

3.0 star rating
  12/4/2010

I heart breakfast. I just wish Vegas had more yummy breakfast spots.

The Cracked Egg,  I have to say is unfortunately overrated. They have a few stellar dishes, but overall I think it's skims by as ok.

I enjoy the Tropical French Toast and some of…More »

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 37. Grand Lux Cafe

3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South,
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 414-3888

Categories: American (New), Desserts, American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  12/29/2010

Yes, I'm admitting it, I'm a cliche.

I had a date to meet my guy at the Grand Lux. I didn't think I'd need to specify which one, although I did (which he denies). Haha. As you can imagine, the obvious error occurred. I was sitting outside the Grand…More »

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 38. Red Robin

9600 S. Eastern Ave
Henderson, NV 89052
(702) 617-7827

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Southeast

3.0 star rating
  3/28/2011

Haven't been here in AGES! I had a gift card I needed to use so I headed there to save a bit of money after a pretty extravagant weekend.

We arrived and were greeted very boisterously and taken to our booth. Man, was this place poppin' on a Sunday…More »

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 39. Farmer Boys Restaurant

5847 S Decatur Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89118
(702) 871-8500

Categories: American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch, Burgers

Neighbourhood: Spring Valley

3.0 star rating
  1/2/2011

I have never been a big fan of Farmer Boys. We have them in L.A. and from time to time I would end up at one and I just wasn't too impressed. When this one opened up near me hear, I can't say I was too excited. The food is just ok and I think it's a…More »

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 40. Egg & I

4533 W Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 364-9686

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Westside

4.0 star rating
  Update - 7/31/2011

It took me a few trips to Egg & I over the years for the place to grow on me. I can finally say I'm officially a fan of this place after discovering their breakfast crepes. Can you say yum

The service is just all right and I always end up with a…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    1/1/2011

    This town is lacking a really fantastic breakfast spot. There are a few places that have just ok… Read more »

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