Choose three of your favorite offerings at your property.
Three of my favorite offerings at Circa Resort & Casino are mini refrigerators in all rooms; our pools are open all year round and it’s the largest pool in Las Vegas with a 40-foot-tall TV to watch sports and towels are provided to all guests; and Alexa devices in all rooms.
What is your go-to lunch spots both on and off the Strip?
On the Strip includes Gordon Ramsey Pub and Grill at Caesars Palace, great food and service; Tom’s Watch Bar inside New York-New York; and Mon Ami Gabi inside Paris has a great brunch and dinner with views of Bellagio Fountains and great people-watching. Off the Strip includes EGGscellent (on Desert Inn and Eastern), great food, great service but it’s only open for brunch, from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. and Broken Yolk with multiple locations in Vegas has American and Mexican dishes and great mimosas and Bloody Marys, open from 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
Name some of your favorite steakhouses and why?
My number one is Barry’s Downtown Prime at Circa not just because it’s our signature steakhouse but the food is phenomenal, and the service is unique. Chef Barry is hands-on, and the menu is exquisite. You will find a little bit of everything not just steak. It’s a must, you never know which celebrity you might run into. Emmit’s Vegas at FSLV—Fashion Show Las Vegas, it’s a new experience on the Strip and did not disappoint. A couple concierges had the pleasure of tasting their unique dishes; the steak was cooked perfectly and the mashed potatoes and seafood tasted great. Lastly, Peter Lugar Steakhouse at Caesars Palace. I had the opportunity to experience the soft opening. White tablecloths—the service was impeccable. It has an outside patio looking over the pools where you can enjoy a cigar. The steak and seafood were amazing, (the cocktails were a bit strong for me) and the dessert was enjoyable.
What spots are great to grab a late-night drink?
Legacy Club and Mega Bar at Circa. The Sand Dollar Downtown at Plaza. Ellis Island Casino. Frankie’s Tiki Room.
What great restaurants are open 24 hours a day?
Café Americano at Paris and Caesars Palace. And Saginaw’s Deli at Circa on the second level. Don’t let the word “deli” confuse you, they serve breakfast and dinner options as well as substantial-size portions.
Where is there to go to listen to live music?
For country music, Ole Red Las Vegas and Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Bar. For more live music, Harrah’s Piano Bar, The Sand Dollar Downtown at the Plaza and Ahern Luxury Boutique Hotel’s live showroom.
What spots on the Strip can the whole family enjoy?
Circus Circus, Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay, ARTE Museum, Museum of Illusion, Paradox Museum, Madame Tussauds Las Vegas at The Venetian, Titanic the Artifact Exhibition and Discovering King Tut’s Tomb at Luxor and Real Bodies at Horseshoe Las Vegas.
What are some top romantic dinner spots?
Eiffel Tower Restaurant at Paris. It’s French cuisine and to make it even more special you can add flowers or have a bottle of champagne or wine waiting at your table. Top of the World at The STRAT. Who wouldn’t want to go around Vegas while dining? It’s the only restaurant that rotates; the cuisine is American steakhouse fare. Giada at The Cromwell with views of Caesars Palace and the Bellagio fountains. Giada is not only a chef but has her own cookbook, her own TV cooking show and has a patisserie shop inside Caesars Palace. LPM Restaurant & Bar at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, located on the second level. You’ll feel like you walked into Italy; it’s an excellent choice to celebrate Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, wedding proposal, or if you’re just feeling romantic or cute! The pasta had a distinct flavor, and I had never tasted escargot before but let me tell you LPM did a great job preparing and seasoning them to perfection and the butter and garlic flavor sold me.
Can you share some speakeasy spots and how to get in?
The newest hidden speakeasy is at Caesars Palace called Caspian’s Rock & Roe. It’s an all-in-one live entertainment, food (soooo delicious), drinks (amazing, not too strong or overwhelming), great ambiance to meet people or a night out with friends and the service was top notch! The Underground speakeasy at Mob Museum has great ambiance, dim lights, great food and drinks and you can read some history on the mob. For those that don’t know there is a speakeasy bar inside Circa, behind the Marilyn Monroe eyes inside the High Limit area. Reservations are needed—visit the concierge at Circa for more details.
Are there any spots that offer dinner and a show?
The Rat Pack is Back at Tuscany Suites & Casino—I believe it’s dinner first then the show. Marriage Can Be Murder at The Orleans is a dinner show and comedy show, and it’s hilarious with audience participation.
What are some off-Strip attractions that visitors should not miss?
One is Legacy Club at Circa, it has iconic views of Las Vegas and has the best sunset views! Two is the Mob Museum, it brings you back to when Las Vegas was run by the mob, and they have a speakeasy (if you visit the concierge at Circa, we can share the password!) Third is Grand Canyon’s West Rim, which is closer than the actual park and Red Rock Canyon—both have options either through ground transportation or by helicopter. Red Rock Canyon, you get to explore the Visitor’s Center and the 10-mile loop, with one of the stops for a small hike. If you drive past Red Rock Canyon, you will loop around into Blue Diamond Road to Spring Mountain Ranch—a hidden gem not too many people know about. It’s a great outdoor experience to visit.
What are three of your most suggested shows to see and why?
Absinthe at Caesars Palace—it’s a variety show for adults. You’ll need a sense of humor and can’t be easily offended! Awakening at Wynn—it’s unique, it’s located in one of the best hotels on the Strip, it’s creative, and all ages are welcome. DISCOSHOW at The Linq Hotel. It’s not available for all ages and there is no seating. You stand and dance and go away into the disco era for the 1970’s; you’re more than welcome to dress up. Before the show you can experience their speakeasy bar and after the show you can dine at Diner Ross—you will love their menu and drinks.
What are some of the more affordable ways to enjoy Las Vegas?
Visit the Welcome to Las Vegas sign, Hershey’s Chocolate World at New York-New York, The M&M’s store, Container Park on Fremont Street, gondola rides inside The Venetian and The Forum Shops at Caesars is a three-level mall with one of the largest fish tanks and Roman statues.
What lounges have the best views of Las Vegas at night?
The Legacy Club at Circa is located on the 60th Floor, not just for the views of the Strip but if you like to have a firepit table or a high-top table for two or a group of friends. Enjoy a specialty cocktail and DJs performing on the weekends. You’ll have time of your life! There’s only one elevator that takes you there, just ask the concierge. Other spots include Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay and The Tower at The STRAT, you can also choose to experience the thrill rides at night, the best time to go, or you can go to the bar on the 108th floor and enjoy a drink and a view.
What are some of your favorite downtown restaurants and bars?
Some of my favorite restaurants downtown include Barry’s Downtown Prime at Circa, my favorite. Andiamo Steakhouse at The D, for their seafood; Esther’s Kitchen for Italian American cuisine; Taverna Costera in the Arts District for Mediterranean Asian fusion cuisine and they play live music; and Hash House of Go Go and Oscar’s Steakhouse at Plaza. Some of my favorite bars downtown include Vegas Vickie’s at Circa, Commonwealth, Whiskey Licker Up at Binion’s, Troy Liquor Bar at Golden Nugget, Sand Dollar Downtown at Plaza and Don’t Tell Mama.
What are some of the most unique spots in Las Vegas?
The dancing fountains and the botanical gardens at Bellagio. The High Roller at Linq Promenade, one of the tallest Ferris wheels in the world. Legacy Club at Circa, for those that don’t know there are 500 custom gold bars displayed. AREA15 has a little bit of everything for all ages from golf, axe throwing, VR, arcade and restaurants to cute shops and the infamous Omega Mart—a market with hidden doors that takes you into a new world.
If you could plan the perfect day in Las Vegas what would it entail?
A perfect day would include a spa day and massage. Enjoy a nice brunch with mimosa or mocktail. Then I would set up limo transportation to go to a show. Then set up dinner at LPM Italian Restaurant at The Cosmopolitan and to end the night a nice helicopter tour over the Strip and a limo ride back to the hotel.
What spots have the best burgers?
Victory Burger at Circa, Gordon Ramsey Pub and Grill at Caesars Palace, Siegel’s 1941 at El Cortez and Hard Hat Lounge.
What restaurants are great for vegans and vegetarians?
One of my favorite restaurants is True Food Kitchen at The Forum Shops at Caesars. The food tastes clean and the veggies are fresh. Greens and Proteins on Bonneville and 4th Street is a small establishment with great food, reasonable prices and you can customize anything you want.
What do you appreciate most about the VEGAS2GO publication?
Its quarterly updates and information provided about each hotel and the map that will help guide our guests. Our guests love to look for discounts and coupons all the time, so I suggest VEGAS2GO magazine.
What do you and/or your guests find most helpful or useful when using the publication?
All of it, the location and detailed information about the hotels and restaurants.
When attending our Elite Events, what do you enjoy most?
Networking, the gifts and raffles. I anxiously wait for the invites to come out. I try my best to attend monthly. Everyone is always so welcoming and friendly.
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