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The Vantage LV #48
Hit the town for live music, quirky markets, and bold flavors.
Matthew Prindiville
August 07, 2025
Your locally curated guide to to the best brand-new eats, events, and hidden gems
[Issue #048 | August 7th, 2025]
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Good morning, Vegas! The city’s buzzing with fresh spots to eat, vibrant markets, and live music that’ll keep you out. This week’s lineup is packed with local flavor and energy, so grab your friends and dive into what makes our town shine. Here’s your guide to the best of what’s happening around the valley
🍸 A locals’ lounge with Strip-level polish, without the Strip
🎭 Dinner turns into a fever dream (and you’re in the cast)
🎤 The ‘90s called. They’re bringing the whole band
Here’s what’s worth your time this week:
At Monster Quest Escape Rooms, the stories keep getting stranger… and the stakes keep getting higher. Step into Swamp Thing, where a cursed moonshiner’s cabin hides something far more sinister than moonshine, or tackle classics like Curse of the Mummy and Dr. Frankenstein, where every clue brings you closer to the unknown.
Tucked into the heart of the Arts District, it’s the kind of night out that starts with adrenaline and ends with a toast: win or lose. Just make sure your team’s ready. The rooms aren’t getting easier
Durango Social Club
📍 Durango Casino
Tucked into the lively “Eat Your Heart Out” food hall at Durango Casino & Resort, Durango Social Club trades the gaming floor’s flash for a warm, upscale atmosphere. Its menu transforms bar bites and shareable plates into refined dishes perfect for pairing with craft cocktails and good company. This is a place to settle in, connect, and enjoy the evening.
Mango Mango
📍 Aug 9 @ Henderson
Mango Mango’s second Vegas spot lands in Henderson this weekend, bringing its tropical flair to a new crowd. The dessert and tea shop serves up vibrant shaved ice, mangonadas, and fruit-heavy teas bursting with bold flavors. Expanding this global favorite’s refreshing treats across Vegas feels like a summer victory worth celebrating.
La Diosa Cantina
📍 Spring Valley
Spring Valley’s nightlife gets a bold boost with La Diosa Cantina on S. Jones Blvd, a dynamic Latin lounge blending gourmet dishes, hookah, live DJs, and strong cocktails. With plush decor and a high-energy crowd hungry for more than just food, this late-night hotspot pulses with music, flavor, and life.
Naughty Pattys
📍 The Cosmopolitan
Naughty Patty’s has arrived at The Cosmopolitan’s Block 16 Urban Food Hall, delivering smash burgers with a playful, retro edge. Its focused menu packs a punch: juicy chuck-and-brisket patties, loaded hot dogs, furikake fries, and thick concretes swirled with nostalgic toppings. Open daily, it’s indulgent, fun, and ready to satisfy with a sly wink.
The Party at SuperFrico
📍 Ongoing @ The Cosmopolitan
SuperFrico at The Cosmopolitan unveils a chaotic, intimate dinner-theater experience with The Party, a 50-seat spectacle that’s more wild gathering than traditional show. Hosted by Laurie Hagen, it weaves circus cabaret, comedy, drag, and a rich three-course Italian-American feast from SuperFrico’s kitchen. Replacing Spiegelworld’s OPM, this sharper, bolder production delivers two hours of immersive madness with a tight, theatrical edge.
Calicreaming
📍 Aug 9 @ Las Vegas Convention Center
Calicreaming rolls into the Las Vegas Convention Center on August 9, bringing California’s vibrant street-car culture indoors. This high-energy car show spotlights standout builds from local and visiting crews, blending family-friendly fun with automotive passion.
Full Moon Revelry
📍 Aug 8 @ Circa Resort & Casino
Circa’s Legacy Club rooftop is hosting a free Full Moon Revelry, where Lobos Tequila cocktails, live music, and a stunning 9 PM fireworks display from The Plaza light up the Vegas skyline. This vibrant night draws a lively crowd, with VIP table options for those craving a front-row seat to the lunar glow.
Caf-Fiend Rise And Rave
📍 Aug 11 @ 616 E Carson Ave
Caf-Fiend: Rise & Rave hits on August 11, fusing morning coffee with dance-party energy. It’s a lively mix of caffeine, beats, and group cardio that reimagines brunch socializing for the early risers. Casual yet electric, this event is a fresh way to kickstart your day.
STLV: Trek to Vegas 2025
📍 Aug 6-10 @ The Rio
STLV: Trek to Vegas beams into The Rio from August 6 to 10, cementing its status as the ultimate Star Trek fan convention. With over 100 actors and creators, endless panels, photo ops, and themed afterparties, Creation Entertainment delivers five days of pure Trek immersion. It’s Vegas with a Vulcan twist, and every fan’s dream.
The Art of Mingling
📍 Aug 13 @ Doberman
This Wednesday, Doberman Drawing Room hosts The Art of Mingling, a sleek singles mixer fueled by crafted cocktails and a live house trio. This curated night blends subtle matchmaking with sophisticated vibes, drawing a crowd that values sharp conversation and great music. It’s connection with an heavy serving of class.
Akin Cooperative Turns Three
📍 Aug 8 @ Arts District
Akin Cooperative marks its third year in the Arts District with a vibrant all-day celebration that showcases its role as a hub for local creators. Since opening in 2022, this artist-run retail co-op has supported over 50 makers, hosted workshops, and become a cornerstone for community connection.
Retro Hex Market
📍 Aug 9 @ Fergusons Downtown
This Saturday from noon to 4 PM, Retro Hex Market at Gather House in Fergusons Downtown delivers a dose of spooky summer charm. This curated market blends vintage fashion, quirky curiosities, and darkly whimsical maker goods in a laid-back, creative setting. It’s a no-fuss shopping experience with downtown’s signature eclectic energy.
Africa Town Market
📍 Aug 10 @ Spring Valley
On the second Sunday of the month, Africa Town Market transforms Spring Valley into a vibrant celebration of African culture. Hosted by IZZY & FRIENDS and Africa Love Store, this vendor market highlights conscious craftsmanship and spiritual goods alongside immersive experiences like yoga, cacao ceremonies, and sound baths.
Counting Crows
📍 Aug 9 @ PH Live
Counting Crows roll into PH Live at Planet Hollywood with The Gaslight Anthem kicking things off. Their latest album fuels a night of raw, emotional rock that hits hard without overdone gloss. It’s a show for anyone ready to sing along to Mr. Jones and feel the weight of nostalgia.
Awolnation and Gym Class Heroes
📍 Aug 9 @ Fremont Street Experience
On Saturday, Fremont Street’s Downtown Rocks stage lights up with a free doubleheader: Gym Class Heroes at 8 PM, followed by Awolnation at 9 PM. It’s a no-ticket, high-energy night of anthems and dancing under neon lights, bringing summer heat to the downtown crowd.
Jollie’s Jammers
📍 Aug 7 @ Neighborhood Bar & Gaming
Jollie’s Jammers bring live music to Neighborhood Bar & Gaming on W Charleston from 8 to 11 PM tonight. This tavern show keeps it simple: local vibes, pub snacks, gaming machines, and a stage that feels like your living room. It’s music that’s real, raw, and right at home.
Sam L. Smith
📍 Aug 8 @ Resorts World Las Vegas
Sam L. Smith plays an intimate set at Circa’s Dawg House Saloon at Resorts World on August 8 at 7 PM. His soulful, melodic sound matches the late-night Vegas glow in a cozy, under-the-radar venue.
Ben Folds and a Piano
📍 Aug 9 @ Wynn
Ben Folds takes over Wynn’s Encore Theater, joined by Lindsey Kraft for a stripped-down Ben Folds & A Piano performance. His piano-driven pop weaves humor and heartbreak into stories that linger. In this crisp, intimate room, one man and a keyboard steal the show.
GALEON Pop-Up
📍 Aug 19 @ Saffron
Istorya LV hosts GALEÓN: Part One, a Filipino-Spanish pop-up dinner at Saffron on South Decatur on August 19. With seatings at 5 PM and 8 PM, this 10-course tasting menu dives into colonial trade history and Filipino spirit with dishes like lamb adobo empanadas and pansit pusit.
The Strokes
📍 Sept 27 @ The Cosmopolitan
The Strokes hit The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan on September 27. Their big-energy indie rock fills an intimate venue, with tickets starting in the low hundreds on Ticketmaster and resale platforms. For fans of NYC nostalgia, this is a must.
Wayne Brady
📍 Dec 12 @ The Venetian
Wayne Brady brings his multifaceted talent to the Palazzo Theatre on December 12, with tickets on sale August 8 starting at $45. Expect a night of sharp improv, music, and charm from a performer who owns every stage he touches.
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The atmosphere at Chica is so fun ! The servers all participate in the dances and go around dancing with lights or their towels. The service is great, constantly filling our waters and checking in. The drinks were amazing. The food was so good. Will say portions are very small and price is pretty up there for it but the quality is good. I'd definitely recommend and come back when I'm in town. We had the tuna tacos, empanadas, tuna tartare, crispy rock shrimp, the mixto ceviche, salads. All packed with so much flavor.
Our experience at Sadelle's began with Tina Lai. She is absolutely amazing and welcoming. Tina exceeds and exemplifies the highest standards of service professionalism. It is with no hesitation I recommend Sadelle's to everyone. Tina's embrace, the food and ambiance are top notch. We will ALWAYS look to visit Sadelle's and make it a point to look for Tina. She left an impression of a lifetime!
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