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It seems as though I average a vegas trip about once a month and I've made it a point to try to visit a place I have not been to each time. Here's my list of places.

 1. Egg & I

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

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Westside

4.0 star rating
  7/5/2011

absolutely delicious and worth the wait. i came here a while back and i remember getting the eggs benedict. i seriously remember it and it was like two years ago. i'm definitely going back here on my next vegas trip.

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 2. Earl of Sandwich

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

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Eastside

4.0 star rating
  5/19/2011

yes, the montagu is the shiznits. great price, open 24 hours.

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 3. Raku

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

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

5.0 star rating
  Update - 2/13/2012

the last time i went with jin n. and mira a., and we couldn't stop talking about the kurobuta pork cheek and the agedashi tofu. i also tried the raw beef liver with garlic for the first time and it was surprisingly good.

the green tea soba noodles…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    12/8/2010

    one of the best meals i ever had in vegas for an affordable price. the food just kept on coming! We… Read more »

 4. Fat Tuesday

3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 891-9600

Category: Bars

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  7/5/2011

do i feel stupid that i'm always the only little asian girl out of a group walking around with a stick of frozen alcohol like a frat guy?

sometimes..

but sometimes you just need to down the 190 octane with an extra shot with pride! besides, the more…More »

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 5. 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
  11/12/2007

made reservations for 5:15pm (the earliest they could seat you) because we had to catch a 7:30pm show in new york new york.

They seated us right away and we were given a menu. We ordered the prosciutto ($14) for appetizer, which was basically a…More »

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 6. Mesa Grill

3570 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 731-7731

Categories: Tex-Mex, American (New)

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  4/28/2008

YumMMmmm.

I had serious doubts before coming here. How GOOD could grilling be, especially for a special occasion?

Walking in, I was immediately surprised by the decor. Very sophisticated, classy, high ceilings, black chairs. Very trendy. The hostess…More »

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 7. Bouchon

3355 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 414-6200

Category: French

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  11/24/2007

the BEST decision we made in vegas FOR SURE.

I cannot eat breakfast anywhere else now in Vegas in future trips. I had the sourdough waffles (great). My friends had the french toast (like bread pudding!), the ham/cheese/egg sandwich (awesome), and the…More »

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 8. Jaleo

3708 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 698-7950

Categories: Spanish, Tapas/Small Plates

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  6/13/2011

yes, I paid $22 for a plate of ham. not just any ham, but jamon iberico. and it was good.

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 9. Firefly Tapas Kitchen and Bar

9560 W Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Categories: Tapas/Small Plates, Tapas Bars

Neighbourhood: Westside

4.0 star rating
  6/13/2011

we had a huge group and we couldn't get into my first choice, RAKU.

so we decided to come here instead, which I've already been to before, and enjoyed, on a separate occasion.

tapas and sangria were enjoyed by all, especially the bacon wrapped dates,…More »

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 10. Cirque du Soleil - O

3600 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 796-9999

Category: Performing Arts

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

I've seen "O", "Zumanity", and "Corteo" so these are my basis of comparisons.

"O" is by far the most intricately designed, and most artistically complex of all the ones I've seen so far, and so well-executed.

I'd give "O" a 5, "Corteo" a 4, and…More »

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 11. Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino

3535 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 731-3311

Categories: Hotels, Casinos

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  6/13/2011

it was like walking into a huge frat house having a theme party. the dealers were all dressed up like singers and they all took turns singing. some were hilarious and others were too serious. they should be more hilarious. mariah carey sucked and…More »

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 12. The Signature

145 E Harmon Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(877) 612-2121

Category: Hotels

Neighbourhood: Eastside

5.0 star rating
  11/12/2007

I got to stay here for $75 for my entire stay because I'm lucky and know an owner. I didn't have to pay for any resort/fitness center fees or exorbitant "water" fees.

I love the smoke-free environment, professional staff with friendly service, and all…More »

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 13. Eyecandy

3950 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 632-7777

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: The Strip

5.0 star rating
  5/19/2008

It's just so easy to have fun with friends here. good drinks and places to sit when your feet hurt like crazy from shaking it all night.

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 14. Lotus of Siam

953 E Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 735-3033

Category: Thai

Neighbourhoods: Eastside, Downtown

5.0 star rating
  Update - 1/7/2009

went back again and had the crispy rice salad, which i was craving, the issan sausages, the number 58 (spicy beef on cabbage), red northern curry, pad thai. delicious.

i'm glad i tried a lot of these different dishes this time. the curry is not the…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    4/28/2008

    perhaps i had high high expectations. It's hard not to when Jonathon Gold and all these other food… Read more »

 15. Drai's Afterhours

3595 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 737-0555

Categories: Restaurants, Lounges, Dance Clubs

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  6/11/2008

i came here a few years ago. i don't remember anything that happened there. that's good, right?

i just flashback to loud music, an open dance floor, darkness, and energy.

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 16. Diablo's Cantina

3770 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 730-7979

Categories: Mexican, Bars

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  6/11/2008

came here twice now. took some scandalous pics with the shot girls, etc.

this place is chill. i bet i can come in here wearing my day clothes and it'd be fine. my bf's friend works here so we got special treatment. doesn't hurt my reviews!!

the…More »

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 17. Hofbrauhaus

4510 Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 853-2337

Categories: Bars, German

Neighbourhood: Eastside

4.0 star rating
  4/28/2008

I remember the sausages to be meatier and juicier in Germany.

The beer was fab and the atmosphere was hilarious. I'd go back for the dose of happiness but maybe i'm more of a kielbasa kind of girl vs. a brat.

the pretzels were interesting but for $12?…More »

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 18. Christian Louboutin

3327 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 818-1650

Category: Shoe Stores

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  5/19/2008

i did not see a spin wheel though i did see the fetish art book on the counter. maybe that was just there for the grand opening.

anyway, i bought my first CL shoe there this weekend. the ladies were extremely helpful and i walked away with a pair of…More »

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 19. MIX

3950 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 632-9500

Categories: French, American (New), Lounges

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  5/21/2008

wow. first time here and it was awesome. we came here for drinks and got kicked out around 2 or 3 (didn't have a watch). went to the bathroom and looked out the glass window to the view of vegas while i tinkled.

that was THE BEST.

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 20. 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
  4/23/2008

it was one of those nights where you weren't sure how long it was going to take to get in, even if you were in the "vip" line.

fortunately, our friend knew someone who was working and we got in within ten minutes! woohoo. suckas...

so here's what's to…More »

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 21. Rumjungle - CLOSED

3950 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 632-7408

Categories: Bars, Dance Clubs

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  5/19/2008

When my bf's friend told us that we were going to eat here for dinner I seriously had LOW expectations.

Dinner at a restaurant/nightclub always turned out to be lackluster for me. Who was I to complain though? It was his birthday!

Get there and look at…More »

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 22. Rain Nightclub

4321 W Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) 942-6832

Category: Dance Clubs

4.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

two words

raunchy and loud

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 23. Burger Bar

3930 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 632-9364

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  5/19/2008

Am I a wimp?

I guess I just don't like it when the bottom of my burger bun is soaked with COW BLOOD.

i asked for my kobe burger to be cooked medium. last time i checked, "medium" meant slightly pink.. not bloody enough to soak my burger bun.

i def…More »

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 24. 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
  5/19/2008

We were at the palazzo, emaciated and looking for a place to eat.

my starving boyfriend suggested Grand Lux Cafe, saying that it's the same as cheesecake and that they have huge portions and the menu extensive. being a wanna be foodie, i still wanted…More »

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 25. Andre's

3770 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 798-7151

Category: French

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  11/20/2007

This a review based on the a la carte menu.

We called in advance to ask if there are vegetarian dishes, as one of our friends is vegetarian. They said yes. We asked if it was possible if 3 out of 4 people can do the tasting menu since one friend is…More »

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 26. The Buffet At Bellagio

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

Category: Buffets

Neighbourhood: Eastside

4.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

the long is too line.
the line is so long that you start twisting your words. it looks like a lot of food at your fingertips but it ain't all that. the quality, i mean.

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 27. Tangerine Lounge & Nightclub - CLOSED

3300 S. Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 894-7111

Categories: Dance Clubs, Lounges

Neighbourhood: The Strip

4.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

i came here long time ago when it was still "hot" and people thought carmen was going to show up.

i had a great time cuz it was pretty easy to get in with such hot girls in the group. the music was nice and it wasn't that crowded.

i bet it sucks now.More »

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 28. The Spice Market Buffet

3667 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 785-5555

Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Buffets

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Eastside

4.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

before i became a wannabe foodie, i used to ONLY go to buffets when i was in vegas. i thought it was more bang for your buck and my bucks were being spent at the casinos anyway (so i opted for eating one hella large meal a day instead of three…More »

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 29. The Forum Shops at Caesars

3500 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 893-3807

Category: Shopping Centers

Neighbourhood: The Strip

1.0 star rating
  4/28/2008

i can't find the gelato place's name.

anyway, it's located right across from FAO Shwartz. I order a gelato and I don't see the prices until I get to the register.

um. $7.99 for a small ass gelato.

sorry but i think paying $3.50 for gelato in LA is…More »

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 30. Cirque du Soleil - Zumanity

3790 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 740-6815

Categories: Performing Arts, Adult Entertainment

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  11/12/2007

Not a strip show.

For some, when they think of zumanity, they may think of sex, sex, sex, fantasy, strip show, sex, sex.

It's really not. It's like any other cirque show but with less stunts (or variety of stunts - no throwing/ catching people,…More »

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 31. Tabú Ultra Lounge

3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 891-7183

Categories: Dance Clubs, Lounges, Adult Entertainment

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Eastside

3.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

got in for free. would never pay to party here.

everyone there had a "table".

i can't believe they paid for it.

the drinks were strong, the decor is nice, the music is okay. i can't imagine spending hours here.

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 32. Studio 54 - CLOSED

3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 891-7254

Categories: Dance Clubs, Music Venues

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Eastside

4.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

i came here more than once and it was not for the music or the people.

it was always plan b and we always had to make fun for ourselves.

*EDIT*
04/28/08
Came here last saturday for my friend's joint bachelor/bachelorette party.

was a lot more crowded than…More »

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 33. Blush Boutique Nightclub - CLOSED

3131 Las Vegas Blvd S, Ste 28
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 770-3633

Categories: Dance Clubs, Lounges

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  11/12/2007

Came here after finding out that Tryst wasn't all that. Got to sit in the back and just chill out. You get free bottled water here. Nice! the server was awesome. There were no lines to the bathroom. Probably because it wasn't that crowded.

Go here if…More »

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 34. Tryst

3131 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 770-3375

Categories: Dance Clubs, Lounges

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  11/12/2007

I'm not a pissed off ranter.

I got in for free. I didn't have to wait in line in one of the hottest clubs in vegas. So I shouldn't have anything to complain about right?

I was here before it was tryst, when it was... La Bette or something like that.…More »

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 35. Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino

129 E Fremont St
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 385-7111

Categories: Hotels, Casinos

Neighbourhood: Downtown

3.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

omg. do you want to smell like an ashtray when you get back home?

you do?!

well, here's the perfect place.

all snide remarks aside, i stayed here once and although my initial reaction was that of hatred, i grew to love it once i figured it was the best…More »

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 36. 'wichcraft

3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89162
(702) 891-1111

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Eastside

3.0 star rating
  4/23/2008

whatttt.... this place has something to do with Tom C.? no way.

I wouldn't have thought.

Well, now the price makes sense.

the food was good but we were pissed off about the prices.

but now i get it. but i'm still pissed off.

*edit*
4/28
ended up eating here…More »

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 37. Studio Cafe

3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89136
(702) 891-1111

Category: Cafes

Neighbourhoods: The Strip, Eastside

1.0 star rating
  11/24/2007

i'd give it zero stars if i could but here's why we (yes, all four girls) hated this restaurant.

1) we had breakfast here, not late night food (when the choices are much more limited) so in theory, we CHOSE to eat here out of convenience since we were…More »

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Location

Los Angeles, CA

Yelping Since

January 2007

Things I Love

food. duh. oh yeah and film.

Find Me In

Mid Wilshire, Downtown, Koreatown, Silverlake, Echo Park

My Hometown

Santa Cruz, Bolivia

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http://www.slatefood.com, http://jinyookim.com

When I'm Not Yelping...

I blog, write, film, work out, go to school, ponder life, eat

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I go out way too much for someone on a film student's budget

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The Last Great Book I Read

An Unstoppable Force, Top Chef Cookbook, Blink, The Abs Diet

My First Concert

Seo TaiJi and Boys

My Favourite Movie

The Raw Truth, Raider Nation, Foodie Nation, Pretty, BPS, Bearing Dreams

My Last Meal On Earth

Sonso on a stick from el rio pirai, santa cruz, bolivia.

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