By Jamie Vacca By Jamie Vacca | July 22, 2022 | Food & Drink, Food and Drink Feature, Food & Drink Feature, Food & Drink,
Here is our guide to the best martinis in Las Vegas, whether you prefer them shaken or stirred.
Bellagio’s iconic lobby piano bar has evolved to fit the ambitious tastes of the modern traveler with its captivating caviar and cocktail menu. A trip to this spot wouldn’t be complete without ordering The Bellagio Martini—a creative and unique spin on the classic cocktail. A carefully crafted ice sphere surrounds the rim of the glass that’s teamed with lemon essence and an edible Ossetra Caviar Cigar. 702.693.7111, bellagio.mgmresorts.com
From tomahawks to wagyus and beyond, Carver Road Hospitality’s first Las Vegas restaurant, Carversteak, prepares a well-done meal for every carnivorous diner—in addition to offering state-of-the-art cocktails. For martini lovers near and far, the tableside martini cart is a must-try. This unique experience comes rolling towards your table, holding a selection of carefully crafted gin and vodka martinis. Staple sips include potent Gibson and Vesper martinis. 702.550.2333, carversteak.com
Wynn Las Vegas’ exclusive American supper club, Delilah, crafts an intimate drinking experience inspired by the Las Vegas showrooms of the 1950s. While Delilah has many enticing specialty cocktails to choose from, martini lovers should indulge in Pillow Talk. Straight-up, icy cold and dirty, the Grey Goose-based drink is tastefully paired with olive brine, salt-of-the-earth and blue cheese olives—a selection that is sure to delight. 702.770.3300, wynnlasvegas.com
With caviar in its name, washing down the delicacy has to be the restaurant’s number one priority, emphasizing the use of high-end ingredients. Be sure to sip the High Roller—a drink that embodies the spirit of Vegas with Beluga vodka and a blue cheese- and prosciutto-stuffed olive. 702.676.7936, caviarbarlv.com
Located on The Palazzo casino floor at The Venetian, Rosina Cocktail Lounge offers a luxurious and lavish imbibing experience. The intimate and sophisticated atmosphere serves as the ideal setting for a cocktail—especially with the restaurant’s martini in hand, which features Oxley gin, dry vermouth and either a lemon twist or olive to provide the ultimate buzz. 702.607.1945, venetianlasvegas.com
Bar Parasol’s radiant and picturesque atmosphere is undeniably the spot to be seen in Sin City thanks to a vast selection of both expertly crafted cocktails and palatable small plates. With myriad drink offerings, cocktails at this bar elevate every evening in Las Vegas. Don’t miss the Stockholm cocktail, an ice-cold vodka martini with Absolut Elyx Vodka, caviar-infused Yzaguirre Blanco vermouth, Olorosso sherry and caperberries. 702.770.7000, wynnlasvegas.com
Vesper at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas attracts martini lovers with the signature Vesper, Vesper. This dry martini comes in a deep Champagne goblet, with three measures of gin, one of vodka and a half measure of Kina Lillet. Pro tip: To mimic the classic 1953 James Bond martini, ask for the drink stirred, not shaken. 702.698.7969, cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
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