The View from Lady Lake: If we ever get back to Vegas, this is where I'm doing my drinking.

Thursday, October 15, 2020

If we ever get back to Vegas, this is where I'm doing my drinking.

That's a big IF - who knows if the city, as it existed, will still be there in the future.

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The name is Bond - I forget the first name...

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These are my top five bars in Vegas in no particular order. Ever been to any of 'em?

# 1 – The Mermaid Lounge

The Mermaid Lounge is located inside the Silverton Casino, which is three miles away from the bustling Strip. You’ll find that it’s definitely worth making the trip to this low-key casino just for the Mermaid Lounge alone.

Mermaid Bar

This bar boasts a giant aquarium that holds 117,000 gallons of water and 4,000 tropical fish. Highlights of the aquarium include many exotic fish, a jellyfish habitat, and women dressed in mermaid costumes swimming around the tanks.

If you really dig the mermaid aspect, then you can order a few brews and watch these ladies perform dancing routines at specific times.

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# 2 – The Chandelier Bar

Many bars around the world shoot for the elegant theme. But the Chandelier Bar takes this mission to another level with its three-story crystal chandelier.

Chandelier Bar

Featuring 2 million crystal beads, this house-sized chandelier is worth seeing even if you don’t drink. You can find it and the Chandelier Bar inside of The Cosmopolitan.

This opulent establishment features three floors — each with its own vibe and set of bartenders. If you’re not sure where to begin, then the 24/7 ground-floor bar is a good place to start your night.

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# 3 – The Double Down Saloon

This wouldn’t be a crazy bars list without discussing a place that serves “ass juice.” As you can tell from this single drink alone, Double Down Saloon isn’t catering to the James Bond wannabes.

Double Down Las Vegas

It’s a 24-hour punk bar that lets anybody in and offers live music day and night. You’d better hold your liquor here too, because you’ll be forced to clean up your own vomit if you can’t.

Regarding the ass juice, it’s actually a fruity drink that’s served in a toilet-bowl-shaped shot glass. Double Down Saloon offers plenty of other interesting drinks as well.

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# 4 – The Velveteen Rabbit

The Velveteen Rabbit has a mild atmosphere compared to many other Vegas bars. But this establishment still stands out thanks to its beer and cocktail selection.

Velveteen Rabbit

First off, you can choose from 12 specialty beers that rotate quite frequently. You’ll also be able to pick from a large selection of cocktails via a seasonal menu.

Velveteen Rabbit’s indoor area offers posh lounge furniture indoors. It also has an outdoor patio that’s perfect for drinking Vegas summer nights away.

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# 5 – Golden Tiki

Located in Chinatown near the Strip, the Golden Tiki brings a touch of the islands to the desert. It’s decorated with pieces of thatched roofs, idols, and plenty of colorful lanterns.

Golden Tiki

The Golden Tiki is a nice spot if you’re feeling energetic, but not so much so that you want to hit the dance floor. It’s also a good place to visit if you want to bask among the locals.

Assuming you’re downtown, rather than by the Strip, then Frankie’s Tiki Room is a similar bar worth visiting. Owned by the same outfit that runs Double Down Saloon, Frankie’s mimics the rougher side of island culture.

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And here's one more just for the fuck of it - and I'm not real good with heights but ya gotta go up there at least once...

The 107 Sky Lounge

The 107 Sky Lounge competes with the Skyfall Lounge for best views of the city. Actually, there is no competition as this bar wins hands down.

107 Lounge

It's name comes from that fact it’s located 107 stories into the Vegas skyline at the top of The Stratosphere. If you’re not happy with this view of the Vegas Strip, then there’s no pleasing you.

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If you’re going to drink in Las Vegas,
then you might as well do it in style.

Any of the bars covered above are great places to enjoy new experiences and, of course, catch a buzz. You can base your choices on your personality type or simply what you’re in the mood for in the moment.

Assuming you want to feel like a sophisticated Vegas visitor, then the 107 Sky Lounge, Chandelier Bar, and Skyfall Lounge are all great stops. The 107 Sky Lounge and Skyfall gain extra points for their incredible views.

Assuming you want a spectacle to look at while drinking, the Mermaid Lounge offers plenty of intriguing scenery. Double Down Saloon is great for when you’re in an active mood.

The Velveteen Rabbit is a good choice for when you just want to kick back without dealing with loud music and shot girls coming by every two minutes.

Of course, Vegas boasts a wealth of other drinking venues besides the ones covered here. That said, you can stumble through the town and develop some of your own favorites along the way.