Las Vegas Weekly Staff
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FeaturesReaders' 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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FeaturesStaff 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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FeaturesStaff 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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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Afterhours: Drai's After Hours
Thursday, July 15, 2021 In a league of its own since 1997, this basement club still feels exclusive, special and sexy after decades of Las Vegas nightlife evolution.
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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Lounge Act: Crooners, Inc.
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Their timeless tunes will transport you back to the days of Sinatra, Martin, Elvis and more.
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FeaturesStaff 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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FeaturesStaff 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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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Steakhouse: Echo & Rig
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Echo & Rig’s coolness comes in so many waves.
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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Doughnuts: Pinkbox Doughnuts
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Go nuts for Pinkbox Doughnuts!
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FeaturesReaders' 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.
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FeaturesReaders' 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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FeaturesStaff 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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FeaturesStaff 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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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Comedian: Carrot Top
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This tireless comedy stalwart is practically an orange institution.
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Readers' Choice—Best Nightlife Hospitality: Tao Group
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Now that Tao Group and Hakkasan Group have merged into a global hospitality powerhouse, you can appreciate those vibes at even more venues in Vegas and beyond.
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FeaturesStaff Pick—Best New Dumpling Destination: Din Tai Fung
Thursday, July 15, 2021 You won’t find a more perfect version of xiao long bao anywhere else on earth.
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FeaturesReaders' 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 Spa: Canyon Ranch Spa + Fitness
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This Venetian escape is a sight to behold.
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FeaturesStaff 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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Readers' Choice—Best Dive Bar: Double Down Saloon
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Double Down is a damned city institution, consistently divey for nearly 30 years. May it live forever.
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Features2021 Best of Vegas - Food & Drink
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Best Taco Shop, Best Steakhouse, Best Brewery and more.
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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Downtown Nightlife Spot: Legacy Club
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Circa’s 60th-floor jewel is not only unlike any other Downtown night spot, it’s unique to Vegas in general.
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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Happy Hour: PT's Taverns
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Picking the right happy hour location after a long workday can be tough … until we remember there’s PT’s.
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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Cover band: The Spazmatics
Thursday, July 15, 2021 These geeky, bow tie-wearing musicians play everything from Depeche Mode to The Cure.
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FeaturesReaders' 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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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Attraction: Area15
Thursday, July 15, 2021 You could spend an entire day here and still not see all the cool stuff within these charcoal-colored walls.
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FeaturesReaders' 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 Cocktail Bar: Velveteen Rabbit
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Velveteen Rabbit serves drinkable art you’ll want to savor.
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FeaturesReaders' 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 Salon: Layla Social
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Founder Tzigane Libson turns the hands-on profession into an art to be studied to perfection.
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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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FeaturesReaders' 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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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Tribute Show: Queens of Rock
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This classic rock-fueled show has quickly emerged as a favorite on Mosaic on the Strip.
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FeaturesStaff 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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FeaturesReaders' 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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FeaturesStaff Pick—Best Supersized Experience: Pinball Hall of Fame
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Pull into the free parking lot, turn a $20 into quarters and lose yourself in an even bigger world of fun.
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FeaturesStaff 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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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Female Athlete: A'ja Wilson
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Tough to imagine anyone unseating A'ja for this award anytime soon.
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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Late-Night Eats: Herbs & Rye
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Many’s the time we’ve concluded a full evening at this cozy locals spot.
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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best LGBT Bar: The Phoenix Bar & Lounge
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Looking for a relaxed and inclusive place to be yourself? Look no further than this gay-owned-and-operated lounge.
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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Dayclub: Encore Beach Club
Thursday, July 15, 2021 The genre-defining experience at Encore Beach Club will be reaching for new heights this summer.
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FeaturesReaders' 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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FeaturesReaders' Choice—Best Gentlemen’s Club: Sapphire Las Vegas
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Sapphire Las Vegas is teeming with entertainment.
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Trust UsBig This Week in Las Vegas: Usher’s Colosseum residency launch, Kygo at XS, ‘Aliens’ at the Sci Fi Center and more
Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Core Contemporary’s third-annual national juried art exhibition, featuring works by nearly 100 different artists.
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A&EAuction to benefit Burn Survivor Initiative
Thursday, July 8, 2021 More than a dozen Southern Nevada firefighters will entertain crowds and put themselves up for auction July 16 at the Space.
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Trust UsBig This Week in Las Vegas: July 4 fireworks, Zedd and Tiësto at Ayu Dayclub’s debut, L.A. Witch and more
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 A summer getaway-themed party featuring campground games, talent contests and live music at Area15.
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SportsReliving the Golden Knights’ stunning series win over the Avalanche
Thursday, June 17, 2021 A photo look back at Vegas’ 4-2 victory over Colorado.
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Trust UsBig This Week in Las Vegas: Juneteenth commemorations, Nevada Women’s Film Festival, Rae Sremmurd at Drai’s and more
Wednesday, June 16, 2021 Sebastian Maniscalco kicks off Encore Theater’s summer of comedy.
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A&EKendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, Tyler, the Creator to headline 2021 Day N Vegas festival
Monday, June 14, 2021 The Las Vegas hip-hop festival, which debuted in 2019, returns November 12-14 at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds.
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A&EMachine Gun Kelly, Lady A, Primus among first bookings for the Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Monday, June 14, 2021 Also on the schedule for the former Joint: Gary Clark Jr., Porter Robinson, Russ and more.
