My Las Vegas Addiction

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So I probably am addicted to Vegas. As my friend Jason would say, I need an intervention. I am here more than is healthy (about 30+ times the last 3 years... and I can't remember how many times before that). But, I can say I have had the opportunity and privilege to drink, eat, drink again, sleep, and drink one more time at a lot of places in Vegas. Vegas, I love you...

 1. Monta Noodle House

5030 Spring Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 367-4600

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

5.0 star rating
  3/21/2011

It took me a while to finally try Monta after reading about it in a couple local Vegas magazines, and damn was it worth the wait.

I have had a lot of ramen over the past couple of months, trying to find the holy grail of ramen, trying to find the bowl…More »

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 2. Nielsen's Frozen Custard

9595 S Eastern Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89123
(702) 451-4711

Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt

Neighbourhood: Southeast

5.0 star rating
  2/15/2011

Nielsen's.... you are heaven in my mouth.  THIS IS THE GOLDEN STANDARD FOR ALL FROZEN TREATS!

I am an ice cream fiend and crave it constantly as if I were addicted to it.  I go through withdrawals, and sometimes get the shakes when I am deprived.  So…More »

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 3. SUSHISAMBA

3327 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 607-0700

Categories: Asian Fusion, Bars, Dim Sum

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  2/15/2011

I had heard about Sushi Samba for a while and finally got a chance to try it.  It was definitely worth the try for it's unique blend of South American and Japanese flavors.  The meats (Kobe) and grilled fish (sea bass) are spot on.  The unique spices…More »

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 4. The Coffee Shop

3300 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89136

Categories: Coffee & Tea, American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  2/15/2011

So why have I been to The Coffee Shop on so many occasions while in vegas?  Well: 1) I tend to stay at Treasure Island a lot, 2) I am usually drunk when I go here after partying, 3) It is on the way to the guest elevators, 4) it is open 24 hours.

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 5. Grand Lux Cafe

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

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

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  2/15/2011

Duck Potstickers - tasty, meaty with a great soy dipping sauce

Mini Chili Cheese Dogs - one of the best hot dogs you will eat, covered with chili, cheese, and a delicious mustard cream sauce; my favorite item!

Sloppy Joe - classic, delicious sauce, and…More »

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 6. Capriotti's Sandwich Shop

90 S Stephanie St
Henderson, NV 89012
(702) 531-3354

Category: Sandwiches

4.0 star rating
  1/19/2011

Like ABC Stores in Honolulu, HI, there is a Capriotti's in almost every strip mall in Vegas and it's surrounding suburbs.  I chose this one to review because I frequent it the most.

I would love to give Capriotti's five stars but cannot.  On…More »

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 7. Firefly - CLOSED

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

Category: Tapas Bars

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  2/17/2011

On my never ending quest to eat food, I rarely return to a place to eat more than once.  If I should return, it is because the food, atmosphere or people there are amazing.  Firefly definitely falls on that list for me.

I came here on a special date…More »

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 8. Bachi Burger

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

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Southeast

5.0 star rating
  2/17/2011

I have been to bachi burger many many times, and I have never been disappointed.  For all of you complainers about the wait, the food is worth it.  I will admit, sometimes the wait can be a bit long, but I have never had a bad experience food wise at…More »

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 9. RM Seafood

3930 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 632-9300

Categories: Seafood, Sushi Bars

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  2/17/2011

Warning:  This review is for lunch only.

I know that my reviews will far differ from my friends Alan W and Lan N who I enjoyed this restaurant with (I am calling you out!), but I enjoyed my food much more than they did.  Also, I did return and had an…More »

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 10. Smashburger

9101 W Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 462-5500

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: The Lakes

5.0 star rating
  2/23/2011

Honestly, everyone has their preference for the perfect burgers, but for me, Smashburger is pretty close.  The sad thing for me is that the closest ones to me are 1:30 flight or 2:30 drive....  On to the burgers!

I have had the Las Vegas special and…More »

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 11. LAVO Italian Restaurant & Nightclub

3325 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 791-1800

Categories: Dance Clubs, Italian

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  2/23/2011

I have never been here for the club portion, but came here for Dinner on a couple of recommendations.

On with the review!

So I came here for a date with the special lady because I really wanted to get some good food and I figured I would give Lavo a…More »

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 12. Tao Nightclub

3355 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 388-8338

Categories: Dance Clubs, Lounges

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  2/23/2011

It is really hard for me to write an honest review for this place.  I have so many partial memories, that everything kinda blurs together... but I will soldier on and try my best.

Part 1 Review: Restaurant

So if you have had a chance to eat here, it…More »

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 13. Botero

3131 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 770-7000

Categories: Steakhouses, Bakeries

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  4/15/2011

Soo, hello again.  As you may recognize from previous reviews, I like to Vegas... a lot.  Vegas may be a borderline addiction for me ( I do go through Vegas withdrawals).  So on many visits to Vegas, I do go to XS at Encore to club and what not, and…More »

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 14. Tom Colicchio's Craftsteak

3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 891-7318

Categories: Steakhouses, American (New)

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Eastside

5.0 star rating
  4/15/2011

So, as a preface, I may not remember this entire gourmet experience because I was so blown away.  If you want to read up on this magical moment, refer to the reviews of Lan N., Alan W. and Steven H. because we all shared this magical moment together.…More »

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 15. Raku

5030 Spring Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 367-3511

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

5.0 star rating
  5/17/2011

It took so many attempts to finally try Raku.  One failed reservation and one failed late night arrival (kitchen closed like 10 mins before I got there), later, I finally got a reservation... for 10pm at night.

I was hoping for an early dinner time to…More »

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 16. Rincon De Buenos Aires

5300 Spring Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 257-3331

Categories: Steakhouses, Argentine

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

5.0 star rating
  5/17/2011

Rincon de Buenos Aires is a very nondescript shop that can easily get lost in the noise of china town.  The first thing you see when looking a the shop is a bunch of different signs that say deli, bakery and finally the name of the business.  But, on…More »

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 17. Secret Pizza

3708 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 698-7860

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  5/17/2011

Authentic east coast style pizza joint? In Vegas? At the Cosmo? Open 24/7? Only 4 bucks? HOLY CRAP

This is an amazing place on the strip.  The pizza (I have been here about 4 times) is always good with a perfect blend of cheese, delicious sauce, fresh…More »

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 18. Viva Las Arepas

1516 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 366-9696

Categories: Latin American, Food Stands

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  11/10/2011

Oh man, I was so excited to finally get a chance to try this place!  After several failed attempts (due to hangover induced comas), I finally struggled to get to I love Arepas (which is located next to a bar near the stratosphere casino/resort) to…More »

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 19. Picasso

3600 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 693-7111

Categories: French, Spanish

Neighbourhood: Eastside

5.0 star rating
  1/5/2012

WOW.

I could probably end my review of Picasso right there with that one statement of a word. But... let's get some more food-porn style descriptions going!

Since I came with a partner in crime, we each ordered a different menu (one Prix Fixe and one…More »

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 20. DW Bistro

6115 S Ft Apache Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89148
(702) 527-5200

Categories: Caribbean, American (New)

Neighbourhood: Spring Valley

5.0 star rating
  1/5/2012

For those of you visiting Vegas, make sure you get off the strip to experience some great cuisine!

DW Bistro is another GREAT reason to rent a car for one day while taking a break from drinking/shopping/being hungover, and experiencing some really…More »

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 21. Kyara Japanese Tapas

6555 S Jones Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89118
(702) 434-8856

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: Spring Valley

5.0 star rating
  5/1/2012

Another hidden gem of Las Vegas!  A perfect reason as to why you should rent a car and explore the delicious foods off of the Vegas Strip.

While Kyara may not be as easily accessible (a little hard to find) or celebrated as other izakaya places in…More »

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"Doing the Devil's Work"

Review votes:
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Location

San Jose, CA

Yelping Since

June 2008

Things I Love

Food (obviously), beer, wine, cookies, ice cream, sushi, hockey, snow, snowboarding, and more to come

Find Me In

Face down in a bowl of ramen.

My Hometown

San Jose, CA

When I'm Not Yelping...

I am eating or drinking or something unimportant.

Why You Should Read My Reviews

because...

The Last Great Book I Read

The entire "Game of Thrones" Series to date (5 books)

My Favourite Movie

Can't go wrong with "Old School"

My Last Meal On Earth

Can I just eat myself to death?  That would be THE way to go.

Most Recent Discovery

I have a serious Sandwich addiction.  I need to go to SA.

Current Crush

Anything with oxtail. Drool......