The Vantage LV #36

Good morning, Vegas! We’re in that early-June stretch where everything seems to open at once, but you gotta fight the heat to enjoy any of it. But with hits like these, I think you’ll find a way. Another week, another wave of incredible new openings.

☕ A horror café opens this Friday the 13th.
🎭 A Broadway heavy-hitter takes the stage
🍶 Pachinko energy is coming downtown.

Here’s what’s worth your time this week:

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Horror Vibes Coffee
📍 Eastside

A horror-themed coffee shop that’s already brewing buzz—Horror Vibes soft‑opened on Paradise around Memorial Day, with a grand opening set for Friday the 13th. Fans of the North Hollywood original have been counting down the days and can expect the same killer wall art and iced coffees. More than just a themed experience, locals are already calling it a “haunt.”

Izakaya Shun
📍 Paradise

​A new Japanese tavern just opened near Maryland Parkway, and locals are already calling it a standout. Izakaya Shun specializes in the kind of comfort food that hits late—skewers, karaage, sake—and delivers it in a space that feels relaxed but thoughtful. The team’s Japanese roots come through clearly in the details, and the early crowd buzz suggests it’s one to watch.

Petrol Head
📍 Chinatown

Part cocktail bar, part car lover’s hideaway, this new soft-open in Chinatown is a great example of absolutely nailing a concept. Petrol Head is sleek but unfussy, with drinks that go big on flavor and a vibe that’s surprisingly laid back. It’s got a clear point of view, which is rare enough, but what really makes it work is how easy it is to hang here.

Leticia’s Cocina & Cantina
📍 Boulder Station

Leticia Mitchell’s fan-favorite Mexican kitchen has officially joined the Boulder Station lineup. The new location brings everything regulars love—fresh tortillas, birria tacos, empanadas, and creamy margaritas—into a bigger space made for groups. If you're looking for a dependable go-to that doesn't cut corners, this is the move.

Baguette Café
📍 Downtown

​The French café locals have been quietly obsessed with for years just landed downtown, tucked into the old post office building on Carson. This third location of Baguette Café brings the same polished simplicity: warm pastries, sharp coffee, and the kind of counter service that doesn’t rush you. A great choice if you’re in the Arts District and need a soft reset.

The Stadium
📍 Arts District

A new bar-restaurant hybrid aiming to be the Arts District’s living room. With a modest mix of breakfast burritos, fried-chicken sandwiches, and drinks to match whatever game’s on, locals are responding to an unpretentious energy you don’t usually find in downtown sports bars . It’s comfortable, roomy, and built for lingering.

Echo Taste & Sound Breakfast/Lunch Menu
📍 Arts District

Echo is now a full-day destination in the Arts District. The vinyl-lounge is open for breakfast and lunch, bringing even more delicious food to pair with their already outstanding cocktails—a polished pivot into the a.m. crowd . Its small, intentional menu is already earning applause from locals who appreciate taste and atmosphere together.

Parade
📍 June 10-15 @ Smith Center

The Tony-winning musical Parade lands in Reynolds Hall June 10–15, bringing a powerful, emotionally charged story driven by folk, gospel, and rock rhythms. Broadway purists and first-timers alike are already tagging it a must-see—this is the rare shot to catch something both beautiful and important before it moves on.

Figure it Out Game Show
📍 June 11 @ Composer’s Room

Situationships, unestablished boyfriends, and the emotional gymnastics of modern dating take center stage in this tongue-in-cheek “healing game show” hosted by KBanks. Inspired by that classic Tinder excuse—“still figuring things out”—this live stage event blends comedy, real talk, and audience energy to hilarious effect.

Full Moon in Sagittarius Ceremony
📍 June 11 @ Rooted Lounge

​Rooted Lounge hosts a soundbath, plant elixirs, breathwork, and elemental ritual to channel Sagittarius energy—ideal for those who want a midweek reset instead of a bar tab. Consider it a community gathering for pause, release, and maybe a little cosmic alignment.

Starbucks Global Barista Championship
📍 June 9

​Vegas becomes the stage for Starbucks’ first-ever Global Barista Championship: a worldwide showdown among 12 top-tier baristas selected from over 84,000. Slick latte art, competition-level craft, and rare access to tastings you won’t see at your usual morning stop are on the menu, but unless you’re industry you’ll probably need to watch the live stream online.

Summerlin Sounds
📍 June 11 @ Downtown Summerlin

Wednesday nights are covered. Summerlin Sounds is back with its free outdoor concert series—live music, lawn games, kid-friendly activities, and evening cocktails from La Neta. It’s the kind of easy, low-lift outing that works for date night, family night, or just an excuse to stay outside a little longer. Runs weekly through July.

LEGO® World Play Day
📍 June 11 @ Local Lego Store

Lego celebrates World Play Day this week, a global celebration of creativity where they get to build and take home a “Playful City” model. It’s hands-on, low-pressure, and every effort’s celebrated—exactly the kind of moment local parents rave about. Just check out your local Lego store between 5 and 7pm.

Color Chemistry
📍 x, the xth @ East Las Vegas

This hands‑on STEM morning introduces kids (grades 1–8) to the science behind color in fun, interactive ways. By the time they’re mixing up their first experiment, you’ve snagged some brain-engaging time for them—and maybe even a coffee break of your own.

Pachi Pachi
📍 Downtown Las Vegas

A new cocktail bar is on the way downtown, and it’s not playing it safe. Pachi Pachi promises to channel the bold, high-energy spirit of Japanese pachinko halls into an intimate nightlife experience—blending refined cocktails, maximalist design, and a healthy dose of unpredictability.

Meow Wolf: Phenomenomaly
📍June 21+ @ Area15

Meow Wolf is debuting Phenomenomaly at Omega Mart this summer, running all summer. Think surreal live performances, glowing puppets, interactive characters, and theatrical interludes woven through the existing exhibit. It’s a fresh way to hit Area15, not just a visit, but a full-on, multi-layered show.

Gymkhana
📍 Aria

A new spot codenamed Gymkhana is set to replace Julian Serrano Tapas at Aria this fall. While details are scarce, the site could be an extension of London’s Michelin-starred Indian concept—or something entirely different. Either way, it fills the gap left by Serrano’s 15-year run, and reflects how MGM’s Strip restaurants are steadily evolving.

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