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I lived in las Vegas for four years and have recently moved back after adventures in Amsterdam and New Orleans. Las Vegas is a contrast to the other places that I've lived and from the moment that I decided to come back, there were certain places that I was excited to have access to again. Las Vegas my be filled with more options than there is time to explore them, so this list covers some of the places that I like to make time for.

 1. N9NE Steakhouse

4321 W Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) 933-9900

Category: Steakhouses

5.0 star rating
  3/7/2011

I really love this place; it's one of my favorite restaurants in New orleans. Not only do they have a really great steak, but they also have amazing appetizers (Oysters Rockefeller in particular), but they were amazingly accommodating to my vegan…More »

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 2. Fukuburger Truck

Las Vegas, NV
(702) 217-0758

Categories: Food Stands, Burgers

4.0 star rating
  2/12/2012

The fries were reminiscent of poutine from Montreal and the burgers were the hot, amazing mess that you want when you've made the decision to go to a food truck parked outside of a bar. There was a short line that moved quickly and the people working…More »

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 3. Artisan Hotel Boutique

1501 W Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 214-4000

Categories: Hotels, Lounges

4.0 star rating
  3/7/2011

I'm torn between a four and five star rating because of what I consider to be a cavernous gap between the quality of the rooms and the lounge.

The Artisan is an exceptional little boutique like gem in the midst of the often overdone Las Vegas scene.…More »

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 4. Roller Coaster at New York-New York

3790 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 740-6969

Categories: Amusement Parks, Arts & Entertainment

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  5/10/2012

It's a little pricey (about $15 a ride), but a fun ride. Locals get a buy one get one free deal with NV id's!

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 5. Noodle Asia

3355 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 414-1444

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  5/6/2012

I came to the Venetian tonight and had barely enough time to grab some much needed food. Noodle Asia was close tot he sports book, which is where I was meeting friends, so I decided to give them a try.

The service was very prompt and the food was…More »

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 6. LAVO Italian Restaurant & Nightclub

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

Categories: Dance Clubs, Italian

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  3/9/2011

I'm giving the place three stars as an average of all the times that I've been here. Sometimes the place is a two star mess (like when Fergie hosted NYE and couldn't count) but other times it's been a lot of fun (my most recent visit in December was…More »

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 7. Nobu

4455 Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89169
(702) 693-5090

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

Neighbourhood: Eastside

5.0 star rating
  3/9/2011

The jalapeno yellow tail sashimi is one of the best things I've ever eaten. Order the Bento box for dessert (which they finally added to the LV menu) to share and it's just about as good as it gets.

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 8. STK

3700 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Category: Steakhouses

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  2/12/2012

I've only had drinks here so far, but the food I saw looked amazing. I'm a fan of the atmosphere too; the music kept the feeling upbeat and the bartenders were all really nice particularly Chris (think that was his name).

It's a little pricey, but no…More »

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 9. The Griffin

511 Fremont St
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 382-0577

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: Downtown

3.0 star rating
  3/7/2011

This is a great little divey pub in the Freemont street area. It can get a little packed on the weekend, but it's gaming free, so it automatically gets a little love from me as a place to have a non-traditional Las Vegas experience.

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 10. Maggiano's Little Italy

3200 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 732-2550

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  3/9/2011

This is a chain restaurant, but it doesn't feel like it. It's interior suggests something closer to fine dining, but the prices are actually really reasonable. One of the best things about it is the view it has.

It's pretty basic Italian food, but…More »

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 11. The Peppermill Restaurant & Fireside Lounge

2985 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 735-4177

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

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  3/9/2011

The Peppermill is a guilty pleasure as is the adjoining Fireside lounge. This is a great last stop of the night because it is so over the top, datedly bad, that it transcends into amazing.

You will not crave the food here, but it will not disappoint…More »

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 12. Earl of Sandwich

3667 Las Vegas Blvd S, Ste 760
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 463-0259

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Eastside

5.0 star rating
  2/6/2012

I LOVE the sandwiches here. Every trip I take to Las Vegas gets me thinking about them before I even land!

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 13. Top of the World Restaurant

2000 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(800) 998-6937

Category: American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  4/5/2012

I was pleasantly surprised with Top of the World.  I didn't have high expectations because it was located in the Stratosphere, which admittedly isn't my favorite. We decided to give it go after seeing an online deal come up for it and I'm glad we…More »

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 14. Bonanza General Store

2400 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 384-0005

Category: Flowers & Gifts

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  2/2/2012

They have sort of an amazing liquor selection and at very reasonable prices. I've never ventured in tot he souvenir side, but it looks impressive from the outside.

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 15. Brenden Theatres

4321 W Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) 507-4849

Category: Cinema

4.0 star rating
  3/14/2012

I love this theater for the fact that they haven't jacked ticket prices through the roof (they've remained reasonable through the years) and it's in a great location. I can get to the theater early, grab my tickets and get a bite to eat or do a…More »

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 16. Thai Pepper

2226 Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 696-9107

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Downtown

4.0 star rating
  2/28/2012

I didn't have high expectations for the place and chose to try it because it's very close to where I live; I was pleasantly surprised though as the food was very good, the service was quick and the prices were reasonable.  They have good lunch…More »

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 17. Mount Everest India's Cuisine

3641 W Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 892-0950

Category: Indian

Neighbourhood: Westside

4.0 star rating
  2/28/2012

Snagged an online deal for this place after I heard about it from friends; it was really great! The portions were generous, the prices were reasonable and the staff was very kind. They don't have a full bar here though, so plan accordingly.

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 18. Little Buddha Restaurant & Sushi Bar

4321 W Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) 942-7778
4.0 star rating
  5/6/2012

I found myself craving sushi still after an unsatisfying quest for a it a few days before. I'd been to Little Buddah in the past and when wanting to grab a bite to eat at the Palms before a movie, we decided to stop in. I worried immediately because…More »

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 19. Absinthe

Flamingo Rd and Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 745-3000

Category: Performing Arts

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  5/17/2012

I'd heard good things about Absinthe, but after a friend who's opinion I value highly raved about it, I decided it was time to see it. It was even better than I'd heard and it's a show that I'll be back to see again ASAP.

The tent itself is amazing!…More »

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 20. Society Café Encore

3121 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 770-7000

Categories: American (New), Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  Update - 5/17/2012

Having been back for both lunch and dinner, I can say that Society Cafe delivers a great meal and good service consistently. It's become one of my favorite places to eat in Las Vegas.

The specialty cocktails are deserving of their own mention because…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    7/30/2011

    It's one of the better meals that I've had in Las Vegas, consistently. It's a great place for lunch… Read more »


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"Where am i again?"

Review votes:
259 Useful, 73 Funny, and 126 Cool

Location

Las Vegas, NV

Yelping Since

February 2011

Things I Love

Amsterdam, New Orleans, Las Vegas, Paris, travel in general, photography, reading, writing, dive bars, high end cocktail bars, life.

Find Me In

a quiet bar sipping Jameson or Ricard.

My Hometown

Grew up in Michigan, lived in New Orleans, Paris, Amsterdam and Las Vegas.

My Blog Or Website

http://ravenouslife.com/

Why You Should Read My Reviews

I travel often, eat out a lot and will give you both the good and bad.

My Second Favourite Website

http://www.tumblr.com

The Last Great Book I Read

Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World

My First Concert

Kiss. I was 3.

My Favourite Movie

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

My Last Meal On Earth

Fried everything. And crème brûlée (I'm allergic to eggs)

Don't Tell Anyone Else But...

I have an intense hatred for Sean Penn.

Most Recent Discovery

The sun. I haven't seen it in years.