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 is not only one of the best things about 

 food bank 👍 More than 200 restaurants participate, offering special value-driven prix fixe menus to showcase signature dishes. A few options immediately stand out 👀

 … The “four courses” at Oscar Amador’s new restaurant are actually one tasting menu of nine bites. No choices! All included for $90.

 … Everything listed is included here too, but presented as an omakase/kaiseki experience for $120. Sushi and other seafood is at the chef’s discretion, but it’s one of those places where everything is served with top-tier sourcing and preparation.

 in North Las Vegas has a $20 lunch with pretzel bites (my weakness) as a choice of appetizer.

 …. $30 for a pizza, salad, and dessert. That’s not a bad price these days, especially at a casino. (I just spent more than $30 for a pizza by itself at a neighborhood spot.) The deal applies to pickup orders too.

 in Henderson has two dinner options for $40 or $60. Either way, this is one of the most underrated Italian restaurants in the valley —- and one that quietly supplies its own house-made pastas to other businesses.

 at UnCommons is one of the pricier options here — four courses for $110 — but three steaks (and a pork Tomahawk!) are among the main course options without an upcharge.

 … One of my favorite Strip restaurants has a $30 three-course lunch. I’m heading 

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 kick lately, and it isn't slowing down anytime soon! The full three-course offering for $70 sounds great but I'm eyeing the Sticky Toffee Pudding in particular. It looks life changing.

 at the Venetian does chicken very well, so I'm excited to see they have Oaxacan chicken

available for lunch ($40) and dinner ($80) options!

 to get my barbecue fix without having to leave Henderson. What I save on gas will be directly reinvested into baby back ribs, available as part of a $30 four-course lunch or dinner.

😋 I’m so excited that there's not only a new location for 

, one of my favorite restaurants in the valley, but that this James Beard nominated chef is debuting during Restaurant week with an $80 dinner. Cannot wait to get in on those mole beef ribs and besides the four courses, he’s tossing in a dessert. Class move!

! I'm excited to check out their four-course meal for $80.

— Senior Account Executive Jacquelin Cohen

had more to say about Restaurant Week recommendations during the 

The City Cast Las Vegas team shares our top picks for the most interesting and attractive prix fixe menus during Restaurant Week. 

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The latest on the best and newest restaurants and bars in Las Vegas. We'll help you find where to eat, drink, and socialize.

Las Vegas Food & Drink

Food & Drink

Layla Muhammad

From dining to entertainment and more, City Cast Las Vegas has some ideas for making the most of June. 

🍽️ The Best Excuse to Eat Out This Month

 runs June 1 through 12 and it is one of the tastiest times of year in Las Vegas. Dining spots throughout the valley are offering special prix fixe menus, with proceeds supporting Three Square Food Bank's mission to fight hunger in Southern Nevada. It’s a great opportunity to check out what’s new at a neighborhood restaurant like Bar Boheme or get a deal at pricer Strip destinations like Cote. Make your reservations now before the good ones fill up.

, but June is still Pride Month and the city knows how to show up. The Las Vegas Aviators are hosting 

 on Thursday, June 4, with a pregame party starting at 6 p.m., $2 beer specials, and first pitch at 7:05 p.m. against the Reno Aces. Five dollars from every ticket sold benefits Las Vegas Pride.

🖼️ Three Museums Worth Leaving the House For

Las Vegas museums are having a moment. The Mob Museum kicks off its 

 on June 1, blending craft brews with organized crime history. The 

 takes over the Punk Rock Museum June 20 and 21 with ink, live music, and chaos. And on June 27, the 

 opens in the Arts District with immersive exhibits and rare memorabilia celebrating America's most legendary daredevil.

🎭 And Three Shows Worth Dressing Up For

 brings Leoncavallo's “I Pagliacci” to the Judy Bayley Theatre at UNLV on June 5, sung in Italian with English supertitles. 

, a world premiere musical set in 1920s Paris, has seven performances at Notoriety Live Downtown, June 23-27. And 

 hits the Plaza's timeless showroom for one night only on Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m.

🎉 Juneteenth Celebrations Around the Valley

Michelle Johnson Presents “Freedom - A Juneteenth Celebration”

Two new shows are ready to get inside your brain this month. 

, the husband-and-wife mentalist duo from “America's Got Talent,” kicks off a residency at Fontainebleau's Azul Lounge on June 4, and 

 opens at MGM Grand's Underground Theater on June 18.

🏒 A Great Month to Be a Vegas Sports Fan

The Golden Knights are competing for the Stanley Cup after a stunning sweep of the Avalanche, their third trip to the finals in franchise history. 

 against the Carolina Hurricanes is tonight! Meanwhile, Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter will sing the national anthem and join the Knights at the 

 charity baseball game on June 27 at the Las Vegas Ballpark.

Need more suggestions? City Cast Las Vegas 

, including our top Restaurant Week picks. [City Cast Las Vegas 🎧]

What To Do in Las Vegas in June 2026

Find the best of everything that Las Vegas has to offer.

Las Vegas’s Best

Las Vegas' Best

Rob Kachelriess

, but some chefs and restaurateurs go above and beyond in Las Vegas, establishing culinary empires that deliver a variety of food in multiple locations — without skimping on quality.

 to the neighborhood dining scene. The chef’s farm-fresh Italian cuisine (and that bread!) at 

 helped establish the Arts District as a must-visit dining destination. He then set his sights on Tivoli Village with 

 (a larger dining room with Italian-American classics done right) and 

, which started out as a pizza and ice cream shop before transforming into a wine bar with food that punches well above its weight class. Back in the Arts District, Trees moved Esther’s into a larger location and brought in Ada’s to take over the old space. Down the street, the chef and his team run French bistro 

. Trees finally made it (almost) to the Strip with 

, a steakhouse on the top floor of the Rio hotel tower.

🥩 We’re keeping celebrity chefs at bay on this list, but making an exception for José Andrés, who’s been especially active in Vegas. 

 at the Cosmopolitan presents a loyal take on Spanish cuisine, featuring a wood-fired paella grill that’s a show all by itself. 

 is an exclusive, restaurant-within-a-restaurant that celebrates the chef’s love of gastronomy with just two intimate seatings a night. The Cosmopolitan is also home to 

, which serves both Asian and Mexican dishes (while resisting the urge to “fuse” them together). Andrés’ grandest restaurant, the 

 after moving from the Sahara to the Palazzo, while 

 shifts the focus to seafood inside the Shops at Crystals. The sleeper pick? 

, which combines Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and African flavors at the Forum Shops. A special $100 anniversary tasting menu (available through June 1) throws a little of everything your way with no choices to worry about — and worth it for the chilled yogurt soup and smoked lamb shoulder kleftiko alone.

🍸 Chef Oscar Amador turned a small Spanish tapas restaurant, EDO, into one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Chinatown before expanding the concept to the Gramercy with 

, which brought an Italian influence into the mix. Amador closed the original, renaming it 

personal, experimental take on Latin flavors

, which combines familiar elements (gin and tonic, anyone?) with French inspiration east of the Strip. The kitchen is in great hands under the direction of corporate executive chef Tayden Poha-Ellamar (a veteran of L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon) and executive chef Roberto Higuera. If that’s not enough, a new gastropub is on deck to open this year at the Gramercy in the old DW Bistro space.

 has only grown and gotten better under the ownership of Ivy Ma and husband Nick Lin. The Chinatown original was knocked out of action a few years ago due to a fire, prompting a 

 in Shanghai Plaza and later, the brand’s 

 at Palace Station. All three serve a spirited take on regional Chinese cuisine, from dumplings to crispy beef, under the guidance of longtime executive chef Bing Chou. The smaller 

 is geared towards takeout orders in Summerlin and Spring Valley, while 

 is more casual, serving beef rolls, soups, and other bites near Charleston Heights.

Some of our city's best chefs and restaurateurs prove it's possible to have quantity without sacrificing quality. 

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. Not so much the sandwiches, but the flavor profile repackaged in unexpected ways. I even wrote a story about PB&J Old Fashioneds years ago for a defunct publication named Supercall (although the accompanying 

 was reprinted elsewhere). But my favorite place for peanut butter and jelly is on a good burger. Sounds weird, but it totally works — and the following restaurants agree.

, a locals-oriented sports bar by Station Casinos, has locations in North Las Vegas, Henderson, and the West Valley — and all serve the PB&J Smash Burger. The recipe has a spicy kick, thanks to a house-made raspberry-jalapeno jam. A pair of short rib-and-chuck patties get smashed on the grill for a nice crust while both halves of the bun are smeared with peanut butter and griddled until golden brown. The kitchen adds it all together with pickles and American cheese for one indulgent, delicious bite.

Whether in Silverado Ranch or the Northwest Valley, 

 has the P.B. & Jealousy, a favorite on the menu since day one. It layers a flame-grilled angus beef patty, thick-cut bacon, melted peanut butter, and strawberry jelly on a honey wheat bun. (Feel free to substitute a 50/50 patty — half beef, half ground bacon — at no extra charge for extra smokiness.)

The Ellis Island Casino is getting in on the act too. 

 just introduced a new menu that includes a PB&J Burger with bacon, cheddar cheese, and peanut butter jam with the crunchy kick of fried jalapenos. Wash it down with one of Ellis Island’s own craft beers. (I recommend the amber ale.)

 is best known for its pet-friendly policies, welcoming doggies to hang out with their owners on large covered patios with locations in 

. Bring your pup and ask for the PB & J Burger, which combines a half-pound burger with peanut butter, grape jelly, candied bacon, and havarti cheese with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.

Peanut butter and jelly is perfect on a sandwich, but the combo is even better on a burger. Trust us. 

Peanut Butter and Jelly Burgers in Las Vegas

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Mother’s Day is Sunday — and it’s not always easy to make plans or find the perfect gift.

My mom lives in North Carolina, so I shipped over some fancy ice cream before learning my parents took an impromptu vacation to the beach this week. My package arrived yesterday. I think it’s still on the porch 📦 (Good luck dry ice. We’re all counting on you.)

If your mom lives here in Vegas, we’ve got a few ideas for Mother’s Day fun 😁

 at UnCommons celebrates Mother’s Day weekend on May 9 with 

, featuring tea service, bites, and a free mini-bouquet.

 party on Mother’s Day with light bites, desserts, and an interactive game. It’s free, but secure your spot via RSVP.

🎭 Entertainment and the Performing Arts

 performance by R&B group Spectrum & Radiance. You can also bring mom a day earlier to Reynolds Hall for 

, the Las Vegas Philharmonic’s season finale with new musical director Rei Hotoda.

 throughout Mother’s Day weekend. The stage drama by Juliana Noble explores the relationship between a mother and daughter living under the same roof.

always knows how to have fun with a theme, inviting movie fans to see 

 on Saturday for some Mother’s Day “pregaming” on Saturday. Stroll and sip through 18 wine tasting stations.

Mother’s Day Weekend Sound Bath with Horses

 on Saturday evening for those 18 and over.

The Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum

 that’s perfect for all ages on Mother’s Day.

 hosts a Mother’s Day afternoon crafting session to learn about dark skies and nocturnal animals while 

 in North Las Vegas is serving coffee and sweet bread during a 

Two of my favorite restaurants are debuting new brunches on Mother’s Day: 

If your mom lives here in Vegas, we’ve got a few ideas for Mother’s Day fun.

Things to Do in Las Vegas for Mother's Day 2026

Last-Minute Mother’s Day Ideas for Las Vegans

. Hello May. It’s promising to be a busy and exciting month in Las Vegas.

When Cinco de Mayo and Taco Tuesday fall on the same day, you already know May is gonna be 

. Learn more about the history of Cinco de Mayo, plus specials and festivals in Las Vegas in our 

EDC isn’t the only parade in town. The 

 parade is back, marching through Downtown on May 9 in honor of our city’s Old West history. You can further celebrate the past with the 

 exhibit, which wraps up at the Clark County Museum in Henderson on May 25. The Mob Museum has two special events this month: Jack Sheehan presents 

Deadly Sources: A Las Vegas Journalist’s Close Encounters with Killers

 ​ (presented by Jack Sheehan) on May 6 and 

The Lives of the Showgirls: True Stories from Mob-Era Las Vegas

 on May 21. Both are free to attend with admission.

“Star Wars” fans are so passionate, May the 4th (as in “May the force be with you…”) has almost become a de facto holiday. See the best movie in the series, “The Empire Strikes Back” the way it was intended — on the big screen — at the Beverly Theatre with two May 4 showings. It’s also a great excuse to cosplay with fellow geeks at 

, win a game of Empire Trivia at House of Blues, and get more familiar with 

, which has crafts, movies, and other ways to celebrate.

Have some words to share? Enter the Henderson Libraries 

. Submissions are accepted May 4-30 with “pathways” as the theme. The piece can be a short story, creative nonfiction piece, or poem.

Las Vegas Indian Food & Cultural Festival

Lee’s Discount Liquor Beer & Tequila Experience

International Food Fest: A World of Flavors

, which welcomes hotel guests for the first time on May 29. The casino floor and Giada restaurant continued to do business as usual during the transition and the rooftop pool has changed its name from Drai’s to Soleia. Expect the influence of restaurateur, designer, and reality TV star Lisa Vanderpump to expand beyond remodeled rooms and suites in the months ahead.

A big congratulations to French Laundry alumni Tyler Vorce who just locked down a lease in Chinatown for a brick and mortar version of Lilli, which 

 at Durango Social Club. Book a reservation for a multicourse meal or just walk in and sit at the bar to check out a menu of small bites. We’re equally excited for the May 1 arrival of 

 at the Sahara. The Caribbean steakhouse by Kwame Onwuachi is unlike anything else in Vegas. Even the chef’s cucumber salad at a 

 about Maroon, May the Fourth, and other fun this month in the latest 

 episode. I joined host Jesse Merrick and guest Melinda Sheckells to run down our favorite 

events, eats, and activities throughout Las Vegas in May

Your Guide to May 2026 in Las Vegas

May is a busy month with food festivals, restaurants, Cinco de Mayo parties, "Star Wars" celebrations, and more. 

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It’s not uncommon to find a coffee joint inside a bookstore, mall, or even a casino here in Las Vegas. But we uncovered a few more secret-ish spots, tucked away inside unlikely local businesses.

, a Summerlin hair salon. Whether you have a hair appointment or not, you’ll appreciate the fresh-brewed coffee, featuring Onyx beans with fun creations like a PB&J Latte, made with peanut butter espresso and apricot syrup. A few options are more health conscious with protein powder, monk fruit, or date syrup.

 is a Southwest Valley bicycle sales and service shop with its own coffee counter. Java nerds will love the pour-over option. Just pick your own beans (locally roasted by Vesta) and give it a few minutes. The pastries, made exclusively by MG Patisserie, are excellent. So try a croissant or brownie. 

, which rents exotic cars and three-wheeled slingshots off the Strip. Guests are welcome to sip away on lattes and espressos while checking out high-performance vehicles on display. The menu is also big on matcha and “Red Bull infusions” 😳 Come by on Sundays when the party picks up with vendors, a DJ, and sports viewing parties.

 is a coffee shop inside a thrift store near Flamingo and Buffalo. Browse discount clothes, home goods, vinyl while saving a few bucks on coffee, which, like everything else in the space, is priced on the affordable side. (The Cuban Coffee is less than three bucks.) Those on the run can place an online order for pickup.

 inside Neiman Marcus at Fashion Show mall. Sure, you can enjoy an espresso or cappuccino, but the champagne list actually dwarfs the coffee menu. Cocktails and lunch bites are available too. No matter what you order, the best seats are on the patio overlooking Las Vegas Boulevard.

 is a mobile coffee bar that now has a location inside the 

 on the corner of Decatur and Oakey. Just look for space D-61 to enjoy a pan dulce and horchata latte while shopping for anything and everything from hundreds of merchants.

 The West Valley food scene is picking up in a big way. 

caught up with two of our favorite foodies, Al Mancini and Gemini Stevens of the Food & Loathing podcast, for a revealing look at why 

North Summerlin is booming with new restaurants

Can the Summerlin North Dining Scene Compete with the Strip?

We uncovered a few secret-ish coffee spots, tucked away inside unlikely local businesses.

Secret Coffee Houses Hidden Inside Las Vegas Businesses

Hey wrestlenerds. I used to be one of you — back when WrestleMania was about stuff like “Rowdy” Roddy Piper choking out “Adorable” Adrian Adonis in a sleeper hold. Teenage me would’ve loved what you get today: two nights of WrestleMania surrounded by days of official and not-so-official events. I'll let someone else 

 while I focus on what appears to be a new trend this year: booze-soaked drinking activities for wrestling fans.

🍸 One of my favorite cocktail lounges on the Strip, the 

 at 4 p.m. inside The Vault backroom speakeasy, April 16-19. You’ll learn how to make two specialty drinks (The Dirty Dom and Charlotte’s Flair) and customize a third one of your own. (Mine would just be an Old Fashioned, since that’s how I like my wrestling.) The price is $100.

 with WWE fans in mind (although anyone can appreciate this) April 17-19. No cover charge and no wristband necessary. Just roam between 10 bars and restaurants for $5 drink specials, which could ease the sting of those 

 💸 My advice: Start with a margarita at Cabo Wabo Cantina and take it from there.

 on Fremont Street has a $15 WrestleMania special that includes a slice of any specialty pie and a “Stone Cold Austin beer,” which I think means Steve Austin’s 

, but check with the restaurant for details.

🍷 Meet, mingle, and drink with former WWE faves during a 

 on April 17. The price of admission begins at $113 and includes a beer, wine, or cocktail at five stops inside 

at The Strat hosts a free meet-and-greet on Friday (6-8 p.m.) with Gunther. (For those unfamiliar, he’s the guy who 

). The event is sponsored by Wheatley Vodka and anyone who buys a bottle gets it signed.

 closes out WrestleMania weekend on April 20 with a viewing party for Monday Night Raw with DJ 

 spinning classic WWE entrance music. Cosplay as your favorite wrestler and get a free shot.

 will be packed with wrestling fans this weekend too. 

which local strip clubs serve surprisingly good food

 in between lap dances. [City Cast Las Vegas 🎧]

It's a big weekend for pro-wrestling in Las Vegas, and fans can maximize the fun with themed bar crawls and drink specials. 

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