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Readers’ Choice—Best Production Show: Absinthe
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Absinthe makes our hearts grow fonder.
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Best Instant Star: William Karlsson, Vegas Golden Knights
Thursday, July 19, 2018 “Wild Bill” exploded into Vegas consciousness, leading the Golden Knights in points, goals and and plus/minus during the regular season.
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Best New Neighborhood Mindblower: Esther's Kitchen
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Vegas native James Trees opened this Italian jewel in the heart of the Arts District.
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Readers’ Choice—Best Industry Night: Sundrais at Drai’s
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Local club hoppers and hip-hop heads have made their voices heard.
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Best Resident We Want to Stay: Jennifer Lopez
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Don't go, Jenny from the block
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Best New Pre-Concert Drink: Camden Cocktail Lounge
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Get to know this new watering hole before you catch a show at the Pearl.
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Best Record-Smashing Triumvirate: Bill Foley, George McPhee & Gerard Gallant, Vegas Golden Knights
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Hats off to three of the men who helped make the seemingly impossible possible.
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Best Sober Late-Night Hang: Tea of Joy
Thursday, July 19, 2018 When you don’t want to chill in a bar, you can’t beat this boba shop in Chinatown.
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Best Overwhelming Beer List: Pub 365
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Try a new brew every day of the week.
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Best New Salad: The Spazz at Scotch 80 Prime
Thursday, July 19, 2018 You could make a meal out of this starter alone.
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Best Fest: The Believer Festival
Thursday, July 19, 2018 It's the indie book festival of our dreams.
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Best Value: Las Vegas 51s
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Tickets are prices as low as $11, and that's not all.
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Readers' Choice—Best Sports Book: Westgate Las Vegas Superbook
Thursday, July 19, 2018 It offers the largest betting menu and the most contests.
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Best New Appetizer: Kolokythakia at Elia Authentic Greek Taverna
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Who cares if you can't pronounce it?
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Best Visual Artist You Might Not Know: James Stanford
Thursday, July 19, 2018 This artist turns the kaleidoscope on Vegas signs.
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Best Date Spot: Sparrow + Wolf
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Whether it’s your first or your 400th, Sparrow’s where you and that special someone need to be.
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Readers’ Choice—Best Vegas Band: The Rhyolite Sound
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Listen to some desert honky-tonk
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Best Scoop: Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Over 100 flavors and a 70 year history makes this ice cream shop the best in the valley.
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Best Future Star, High School Division: Julian Strawther, Liberty High boys basketball
Thursday, July 19, 2018 The 6-foot-6 swingman is on track to become an NBA lottery pick when he’s eligible in 2021.
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Best Place to Cowork: Gabi Coffee & Bakery
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Whimsical greenery and delicious drinks make this Korean coffee shop the perfect destination.
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Best Museum Addition: Underground at Mob Museum
Thursday, July 19, 2018 If only all museums served vintage cocktails and craft beers from their onsite distillery and brewery.
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Best Tacos from the Earth: Mushroom Tacos at Bomb Tacos
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Even meat lovers can get down with these vegetarian friendly tacos.
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Best New Old Fashioned: Smoke on the Water at Sand Dollar Lounge
Thursday, July 19, 2018 It's all about the mezcal.
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Best Comedy Import: Comedy Cellar
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Everything's funnier underground.
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Readers' Choice—Best Movie Theater: Galaxy Theatres
Thursday, July 19, 2018 There's no place you'd rather watch your favorite stars blow stuff up than at this frills-filled cinema chain.
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Best Musical Transformation: Ted Rader
Thursday, July 19, 2018 The former Mad Caps singer/guitarist has transformed into a multi-dimensional artist.
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Best New Entertainment Spread: Westgate Las Vegas
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Westgate's got music, magic and laughs.
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Readers’ Choice—Best Taco Shop: Tacos El Gordo
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Nothing satisfies like a tray of El Gordo street tacos.
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Best Fried Offal: Fried Beef Crisps at the Black Sheep
Thursday, July 19, 2018 The slick Vietnamese eatery is serving up these delicious crackly snacks.
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Best Hollywood Scares: Freakling Bros. Trilogy of Terror
Thursday, July 19, 2018 They incorporate scares that their competitors don’t—or can’t.
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Best Tequila Drink: Savannah at Other Mama
Thursday, July 19, 2018 David Cooper found inspiration in the Middle Eastern Aleppo pepper.
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Best Festival Evolution: Punk Rock Bowling
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Thousands of loyal attendees can't be wrong.
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Readers’ Choice—Best Lounge: Hyde Bellagio
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Hyde’s dual personality comes into play every night.
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Readers’ Choice—Best Comedian: Carrot Top
Thursday, July 19, 2018 We all agree: He's really really funny.
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Best New Lunch Deal: Thailicious
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Thai food, delicious and vegan-friendly? That's a formula for success.
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Best Record Store Convo: Joey McDonald at Record City
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Always let this music enthusiast guide your purchases at this eastside music/movie outpost.
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Best Place to Play Risk: Meepleville Board Game Cafe
Thursday, July 19, 2018 You can also play more than 2,000 new and classic tabletop amusements.
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Best New Rum Drinks: Jammyland
Thursday, July 19, 2018 There's plenty to enjoy at this Downtown newcomer, but the rum drinks are top-notch.
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Best New Way to Eat a Burger: Burgerim
Thursday, July 19, 2018 With all the choices at Burgerim, you can craft a burger with your wildest imagination.
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Best Las Vegan Trying to Protect Democracy: Annette Magnus
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Magnus is laser-focused on the campaign to ensure representation and access for all Nevadans.
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Readers' Choice—Best Sushi Spot: Yama Sushi
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Now with two locations.
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Best New Ramen: Ramen Hashi
Thursday, July 19, 2018 You’re so addicted to pork ramen, you’ve never gone the chicken route. Until now.
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Readers' Choice—Best Strip Headliner: Terry Fator
Thursday, July 19, 2018 You've made the reality TV winner—and his puppets—a bona fide Strip favorite.
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Best Strip Secret: Miss Behave Game Show
Thursday, July 19, 2018 This wacky game show wins the night.
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Best Beer Ambassador: Beer Zombies' Chris Jacobs
Thursday, July 19, 2018 If there's a beer fest, he'll probably be there.
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Readers’ Choice—Best Outdoor Escape: Red Rock Canyon
Thursday, July 19, 2018 The 195,819-square-foot National Recreation Area offers spectacular views and plentiful recreation.
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Readers' Choice—Best Steakhouse: Oscar's Steakhouse
Thursday, July 19, 2018 Like the erstwhile Las Vegas mayor for which it’s named, the Plaza’s steakhouse is an old-school Vegas affair.
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Best Tour Support: The Dirty Hooks
Thursday, July 19, 2018 These blues rockers are ready for the big leagues.