Las Vegas Weekly Staff
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Readers' Choice—Best Bakery: Desert Bread
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This family-owned bakery is only open twice-a-week so plan ahead to get this bread!
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Readers' Choice—Best Museum: The Mob Museum
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This unique museum relates the history of both organized crime and law enforcement in an engaging, highly informative voice.
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Readers' Choice—Best Wine Bar: Garagiste Wine Room & Merchant
Thursday, July 15, 2021 The folks at Garagiste are always happy to suggest, educate and intuitively guide you to your ideal glass.
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Staff Pick—Best New Cultural Hot Spot: New Orleans Square
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This creative new neighborhood boasts art spaces, retail shops, day spas and more.
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Readers' Choice—Best Male Athlete: Marc-André Fleury
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Has Las Vegas ever loved an athlete the way it loves the Flower?
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Readers' Choice—Best Park: Sunset Park
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Sunset Park has expanded into one of the largest parks in our community.
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Staff Pick—Best New Venue: The Vegas Room
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Singers and musicians get to create their own show and tell their own story at The Vegas Room.
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Staff Pick—Best Patio Escape: The Front Yard
Thursday, July 15, 2021 The Front Yard is just another reason to love Ellis Island.
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Staff Pick—Best New Film Attraction: Cineloggia
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Get nice and close to props used in classic sci-fi and horror films.
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Staff Picks—Best New Watch Spot: Stadium Swim
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Owner Derek Stevens turned his new casino’s swimming pool into the ultimate sports-viewing experience.
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Readers' Choice—Best Golf Course: Bear's Best
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Golfing legend Jack Nicklaus, aka The Golden Bear, designed and selected the 18 holes at this aptly named public golf course.
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Readers' Choice—Best Strip Casino: The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Thursday, July 15, 2021 If we leave right now, we can grab a Fairfax before Eggslut closes.
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Readers' Choice—Best Outdoor Escape: Red Rock Canyon
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Stunning views, seemingly endless hiking trails, camping, rock climbing and more—all in our city’s veritable backyard.
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Staff Picks—Best New Comfort Food: Main St. Provisions
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Main St. Provisions offers diners dishes both familiar and innovative.
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Staff Pick—Best New Breakfast Sandwiches: Egg Sammie
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Chef Brian Chan’s southwest spot makes epic breakfast sandwiches!
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Readers' Choice—Best Performing Arts Space: The Smith Center for the Performing Arts
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Start preparing for the next Broadway Las Vegas series at Southern Nevada’s “Heart of the Arts.”
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Readers' Choice—Best Sportsbook: Circa
Thursday, July 15, 2021 The world’s largest sportsbook has more than lived up to its considerable hype since opening in October 2020.
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Staff Pick—Best Dispensary: The Source
Thursday, July 15, 2021 The Source more than lives up to its name for discerning Vegas cannabis consumers.
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Staff Pick—Best New Show: Apéro Show
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Apéro Show is the alluring cabaret creation from former Zumanity cast and crew members.
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Readers' Choice—Best Celebrity Chef Restaurant: Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Let’s be honest, who doesn’t enjoy feeling a little of that reality-TV drama while noshing on beef Wellington?
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Readers' Choice—Best Breakfast Spot: Siegel's Bagelmania
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Siegel’s Bagelmania has been a hidden gem since 1989.
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Readers' Choice—Best Sandwich Shop: Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Bobbies, Capastramis and Cheese Steaks, just around the corner from everywhere.
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Staff Pick—Best New Neighborhood Italian: Al Solito Posto
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Only a culinary genius could take a massive space previously occupied by a chain restaurant and turn it into a spot that feels this intimate.
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Staff Pick—Best Adult Costuming: Déjà Vu's Adult Emporium
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Uncover that great outfit at Déjà Vu's Adult Emporium.
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Readers' Choice—Best Downtown Casino: Circa
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Circa's less than nine months old, but it’s already an obvious game-changer.
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Readers' Choice—Best Vintage Vegas Restaurant: Golden Steer Steakhouse
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Golden Steer has fed generations of locals, tourists and celebrities, including Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley.
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Readers' Choice—Best Team: Vegas Golden Knights
Thursday, July 15, 2021 With apologies to the Aces, Raiders and Rebels, VGK owns this town right now.
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Readers' Choice—Best Gentlemen’s Club: Sapphire Las Vegas
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Sapphire Las Vegas is teeming with entertainment.
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Readers' Choice—Best Pizzeria: Pizzeria Monzú
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Only the freshest seasonal ingredients grace Chef Gio Mauro’s dishes.
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Readers' Choice—Best Local Chef: Natalie Young
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Natalie Young’s vision is to provide soulful comfort food and we're lucky to have her.
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Readers' Choice—Best Doughnuts: Pinkbox Doughnuts
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Go nuts for Pinkbox Doughnuts!
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Staff Pick—Best New Music Hub: Sonic Rodeo
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Think of it as a one-stop creative mecca for music making.
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Readers' Choice—Best Movie Theater: Galaxy Theatres Green Valley
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Our return to theaters might be a nervous and tentative one, but Galaxy’s abundant comforts make it easier.
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Readers' Choice—Best Strip Headliner: Santana
Thursday, July 15, 2021 How lucky are we that we have a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer who shredded up “Soul Sacrifice” at the original Woodstock in our midst?
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Readers' Choice—Best Band: The Lique
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This local band offers a stellar fusion of hip-hop and jazz.
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Staff Pick—Best New Dining Concept: Vegas Test Kitchen
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Jolene Mannina's multiconcept Downtown culinary incubator is a brilliant combination of technology and creativity.
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Staff Pick—Best Free Family Attraction: The Aquarium at the Silverton
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Mermaids, tropical fish, stingrays and sharks frolic in this delightful 117,000-gallon aquarium.
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Readers' Choice—Best Taco Shop: Abuela's Tacos
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Serving up homemade tortillas, this place definitely hits home.
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Readers' Choice—Best Burger Joint: Bar Code Burger
Thursday, July 15, 2021 When a local sports bar that celebrate Las Vegas’ sports teams also happen to serve great food, too, well, that’s a win for everyone.
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2021 Best of Vegas – This & That
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Best Locals Casino, Best Place to Take the Kids, Best Outdoor Escape and more.
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Readers' Choice—Best Place to Take the Kids: Lion Habitat Ranch
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Enjoy the sights and sounds of this nonprofit animal sanctuary.
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Staff Picks—Best Return to Action: UFC
Thursday, July 15, 2021 The UFC was the first major organization to return in May 2020 with the rest of the sports world on pause.
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Staff Pick—Best New Barbecue: SoulBelly BBQ
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This hub of brisket, ribs and pulled pork has already wowed the crowds—and upped Las Vegas’ barbecue game.
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2021 Best of Vegas – Sports
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Beat Team, Best Sportsbook, Best New Watch Spot and more.
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2021 Best of Vegas – Nightlife
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Best Dayclub, Best Afterhours, Best Local DJ and more.
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2021 Best of Vegas - Food & Drink
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Best Taco Shop, Best Steakhouse, Best Brewery and more.
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Readers' Choice—Best Theater Company: Majestic Repertory Theatre
Thursday, July 15, 2021 It’s been the worst time for live theater, but through grit and ingenuity, Majestic Repertory keeps things going.
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Readers' Choice—Best Place for Your Instagram Shot: Area15
Thursday, July 15, 2021 You’d have to work to find something there that’s not photogenic.
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Readers' Choice—Best Brewery: Able Baker Brewing
Thursday, July 15, 2021 With more than 30 craft beers on tap, a scratch-made food menu and a welcoming vibe, it’s easy to see why Able Baker became a locals' favorite.














































