Three Days of Foodie Heaven in Las Vegas

  • Day 1: Brunch and Beer Tasting
    10:00am - Green Valley Ranch Resort and Spa
    1 hour by car (16 miles) from McCarran International Airport

    Start your day with brunch at the Green Valley Ranch Resort's Bottiglia Cucina Enoteca. This Italian restaurant offers delicious brunch options like lemon ricotta pancakes and fried chicken and waffles, as well as bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys. After brunch, head to the nearby Bad Beat Brewing for a beer tasting flight. Bad Beat offers a range of craft beers including IPAs, stouts, and amber ales.

  • Day 1: The Strip
    2:00pm - The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
    15 minutes by car (3.5 miles) from Green Valley Ranch

    Explore the famous Las Vegas Strip and its endless foodie options. Stop by the Cosmopolitan's Secret Pizza for a slice or two of their delicious New York-style pizza. Then head to the Bellagio for a chocolate tasting at Jean-Philippe Pâtisserie, with options like chocolate truffles, crepes, and macarons. End the day with drinks at the Paris Las Vegas' beer garden, Le Central.

  • Day 2: Chinatown and Downtown Vegas
    10:00am - Top of the World restaurant at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod
    11 minutes by car (3.5 miles) from The Cosmopolitan

    Start your day with a delicious breakfast and stunning views of Las Vegas at the Top of the World restaurant. Then head to Chinatown for lunch at Chubby Cattle, a unique hot pot restaurant where diners select their own ingredients from a conveyor belt. Spend the afternoon exploring the Fremont Street Experience in Downtown Vegas, with options like the famous Heart Attack Grill or a wine tasting at Grape Expectations. End the day with drinks at the nearby Commonwealth rooftop bar.

  • Day 3: Brunch and Breweries
    10:00am - Makers & Finders Coffee
    13 minutes by car (4 miles) from The STRAT

    Start your day with brunch and coffee at Makers & Finders. This trendy cafe offers delicious options like breakfast tacos and avocado toast, as well as a range of coffee drinks. Spend the afternoon exploring Las Vegas' local breweries, including Big Dog's Brewing Company, Tenaya Creek Brewery, and Hop Nuts Brewing. End the day with dinner at Carson Kitchen, a popular Downtown Vegas spot with tasty options like bacon jam and bourbon frites.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Bottiglia Cucina Enoteca (1 hour, $$)
  • Bad Beat Brewing (1 hour, $)
  • Secret Pizza (30 minutes, $)
  • Jean-Philippe Patisserie (30 minutes, $$)
  • Le Central (1 hour, $$)
  • Top of the World restaurant (1 hour, $$$)
  • Chubby Cattle (1.5 hours, $$)
  • Heart Attack Grill (1 hour, $)
  • Grape Expectations (1 hour, $$)
  • Commonwealth (1 hour, $$)
  • Makers & Finders Coffee (1 hour, $$)
  • Big Dog's Brewing Company (1 hour, $)
  • Tenaya Creek Brewery (1 hour, $)
  • Hop Nuts Brewing (1 hour, $)
  • Carson Kitchen (1.5 hours, $$)
  • Total Estimated Costs ($$$$)

Transportation:

Las Vegas has a well-connected public transportation system, including buses and the Las Vegas Monorail. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Expect to spend around $20-30 per day on transportation, depending on how much you travel.

Useful tips:

If you have more time, consider taking a foodie tour of Vegas or visiting some of the city's famous buffets. If you have less time, prioritize the spots that interest you most and consider combining activities on the same day to save time and transportation costs.

Airports:

Las Vegas is served by McCarran International Airport (LAS), located just 3 miles south of the city center. The airport is easily accessible by public transportation or taxi/rideshare services, and offers a range of flights from major airlines.

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