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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 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 Plant-Based Menu: Veggie House
Thursday, July 15, 2021 You don’t need to be vegan to enjoy the Spring Mountain treasure that is Veggie House.
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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 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 Venue Pivot: The Space
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Its headquarters shifted to a livestream model and became a refuge for out-of-work Vegas and Broadway performers.
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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 Band: The Lique
Thursday, July 15, 2021 This local band offers a stellar fusion of hip-hop and jazz.
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Staff Picks—Best Poker Room Comeback: South Point
Thursday, July 15, 2021 When many properties are opting to further de-emphasize their poker offerings, South Point has gone the opposite route.
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Staff Pick—Best New Thai Spot: Night + Market
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Boy, are we glad we no longer have to drive to LA to dine at Kris Yenbamroong’s cult-favorite Thai street food restaurant.
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Staff Pick—Best DJ Podcast: R.O.A.D. (Reflections of a DJ)
Thursday, July 15, 2021 DJ Crooked, Jaime Da Great, DJ Neva and DJ D. Miles took their audio show to the next level during the past year.
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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 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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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 Doughnuts: Pinkbox Doughnuts
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Go nuts for Pinkbox Doughnuts!
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Readers' Choice—Best Brunch Spot: Esther's Kitchen
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Come the weekend, chances are you’ll find us carb-loading at James Trees’ Downtown spot.
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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.
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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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Readers' 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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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 Sushi Spot: Yama Sushi
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Locals know, when it’s time for all-you-can-eat sushi, Yama has us covered.
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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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Readers' Choice—Best Local DJ: DJ Franzen
Thursday, July 15, 2021 He’s the Vegas version of DJ D-Nice, keeping hip-hop heads happy and dance parties moving and grooving virtually and IRL.
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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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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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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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2021 Best of Vegas – Arts & Entertainment
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Best Band, Best Strip Headliner, Best Comedian and more.
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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 Steakhouse: Echo & Rig
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Echo & Rig’s coolness comes in so many waves.
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Las Vegas Weekly presents its 2021 Best of Vegas award winners
Thursday, July 15, 2021 Reader and staff picks for the best in dining, entertainment, nightlife, sports and more.
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Readers' Choice—Best Production Show: Fantasy
Thursday, July 15, 2021 After 22 years, this show stands as one of most popular female revues in the history of the Strip.
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Readers' 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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Staff Pick—Best Burlesque Perseverance: X Country
Thursday, July 15, 2021 They danced wearing masks, 25 feet from an audience of 50. That's dedication.
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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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Readers' 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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Readers' 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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Readers' 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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Big 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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Auction 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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Big 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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Reliving 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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Big 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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Kendrick 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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Machine 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.
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Big This Week in Las Vegas: Christina Aguilera plays Virgin’s grand opening, Diplo at Encore Beach Club and more
Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Three—count ’em, three—must-see art exhibitions at Las Vegas City Hall.
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Big This Week: Wiz Khalifa and Future at Drai’s, St. Vincent and more
Wednesday, June 2, 2021 Biscuit Street Preacher now goes by A Corporate Spy and has new art on display at Recycled Propaganda.
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Readers Choice: Vote for Las Vegas Weekly's Best of Vegas 2021
Friday, May 28, 2021 Get out the vote! It’s that time again, when you join the Weekly in recognizing the most noteworthy in local food, arts and entertainment, nightlife, sports and more for our annual Best of Vegas awards.