Las Vegas is a desert city of about 679,000 people in Clark County, southern Nevada, and the centre of a 2.4-million metro area. It is known for the casino resorts of the Las Vegas Strip, the vintage neon of Downtown and Fremont Street, big-name shows and restaurants, and easy day trips to Red Rock Canyon, Hoover Dam and Valley of Fire.
Las Vegas is one of the largest restaurant cities in the United States, with celebrity-chef dining rooms inside the Strip resorts alongside a strong independent scene Downtown, in the Arts District and along Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas's Chinatown. Asian cuisines are a local strength: Japanese izakayas, Taiwanese dumpling houses, Thai and Korean restaurants cluster west of the Strip. Classic steakhouses, brunch buffets and 24-hour diners form the traditional core. Restaurant prices on the Strip run well above the city average, so many visitors split their meals between resort dining and off-Strip neighborhoods.
Must-try dishes
Iconic dishes that define Las Vegas.
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Restaurants by cuisine
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Street food
Local flavours at affordable prices.
Food markets
Where locals shop and graze.
Dining etiquette & tips
Navigate the local food scene confidently.
Reserve dinner at popular Strip and Arts District restaurants several days ahead, through OpenTable or the restaurant's own website.
Tipping is customary: 18-20 percent of the pre-tax bill at sit-down restaurants, plus about $1-2 per drink at a bar.
Resort buffets often charge more at weekends and holidays; weekday lunch is the cheapest time.
Many Strip restaurants add service charges to large parties; check the menu for a gratuity note.
Tap water is safe to drink; ask for it, because many Strip restaurants push bottled water.
Off-Strip restaurants such as Lotus of Siam and Raku usually offer lower prices and shorter waits than the resort restaurants.
Self-parking is free at many Strip resorts, but some charge; ride-share or the Deuce bus saves the parking search.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices are widely available in Las Vegas, since most Strip menus mark allergens and many kitchens will adapt dishes on request. Spring Mountain Road offers vegetarian Thai and Japanese tofu dishes, and Downtown restaurants such as Carson Kitchen list plant-based plates. Halal and kosher meals are available at selected restaurants and by request at resort hotels; confirm when reserving.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $30-50 per person per day: food-court or taco meals, diner breakfasts and a pizza slice dinner (USD) | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |