Welcome to Evan Davis Jazz!
15 years since I’ve been in Vegas. 14 years since I’ve been doing my web site, emails, and calendar of local events. 8 years and 10 months since I’ve been with The Vegas Voice writing entertainment articles, producing their shows, and hosting dozens of variety shows at over a dozen properties. A new chapter of my life is starting once again, as I will be moving out of town.
Now I will be moving out of town, but the Evan Davis Jazz Calendar and emails will continue to update you weekly. In our 15 years in Vegas, we’ve moved 7 times. Renting homes, owning homes, country club living, high rise living on the Strip and we have pretty much seen and done it all. Just like Vegas reinvents itself almost daily, I’ve grown and changed in my 15 Vegas years. Each step I’ve taken has allowed me to look back and say, “I’ve Got Nothing To Regret”. I’ve met some wonderful and talented people, some performers and many who appreciate music. Some were truly friends and some just, well you know, liked you for what you could do for them. I don’t think there is a local club in town that I couldn’t walk into without knowing someone. Exiting a room always took 20 minutes as I said my good nights to friends and acquaintances. For someone who couldn’t sing, dance, or tell jokes, I felt comfortable and at home, especially on stage with a mic in my hand. Now it’s time to make a new home and be closer to family. A big part of our family here in Vegas was The Vegas Voice. They gave me the opportunity to be creative with producing shows while I tried to expose as many performers as possible to the local fan base of Vegas. One of my first shows, which I will never forget, was at the Silverton with a packed house of over 700. I co-hosted with Bob Anderson and included about two dozen of Vegas’ best, but when Clint Holmes and Frankie Scinta joined the stage with Bob, well I didn’t think it could get any better. Years later I still got that same thrill with a crowd of 90. The Vegas Voice is a magazine that covers all aspects of life for the active adult community. Entertainment was new to them, and they allowed me to run with it, and I did. From writing about it, to producing shows, to Celebrity Corner interviews and finally podcasts. We ran the whole spectrum. I forgot to mention that this all started with a one-time friend introducing me to many performers. The Vegas Voice opportunity happened with a vision of my now friend and confidant, Sam Wagmeister, who said, “hey let’s bring Evan aboard and bring entertainment to our magazine and focus it around Evan’s blog and calendar of events”. From the very first gigs I put together at the Mediterranean Grill, The Mad Greek and Blue Fire, all pre-Vegas Voice, to my last gig at MacDonald Ranch, it’s been a blast. Thank you Vegas Voice family Dan, Rana, Ray, Bill, Jonny, Anna and Sam. You guys are the best! * Due to occasional schedule changes and cancellations, it is advised to call before going. |
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Upcoming Calendar of Events
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ALL EVENTS
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IAC SHOWS
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Vegas Nevada Rooms
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FEATURED EVENT
With schedule changes, please check on performances before you attend.
I will only be listing Shows, Gigs & Events that I've been asked to list.
The Entertainment Community is here to support each other, as they always have, and bring the quality of entertainment that we all want and expect. We need to come out and support ALL the performers and performances. "Let The Music Play On".
JULY 2025 |
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Tue July 1 |
2pm |
Renee’s Las Vegas Legends with Special guests Lorena Peril Gabie Lopez Robbie Howard Lou Gazzara Band- John Drase-MD/drummer, Danny DeMorales-bass, Dan Ellis-keys |
Red Rock Casino & Resort Rocks Lounge |
Free |
Tue July 1 |
4-7pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
The Golden Tiki 3939 Spring Mtn. Chinatown |
No cover |
Tue July 1 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Tue July 1 |
7:30-11pm |
TBA |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Wed July 2 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Thu July 3 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Thu July 3 |
6:30-10pm |
Randy Anderson with Kendra Daniels on vocals |
Ichabod’s Lounge 3300 E Flamingo Rd 702-451-2323 |
No cover |
Thu July 3 |
7:30-10:30pm |
Kent Foote & The Vegas Good Fellas |
Siena Deli 9500 W Sahara Ave 702-360-3358 |
No cover |
Thu July 3 |
8-11pm |
TBA |
The Dispensary Lounge 2451 E Tropicana Ave. 702-458-6343 |
No cover 2 drink minimum (no exceptions) 20% gratuity added to ALL checks |
Fri July 4 |
6-9pm |
Jolli’s Jammers Classic Rock Band |
The Pinnacle Sun City Summerlin 2215 Thomas Ryan Blvd 702-240-1301 |
$30 food & drink min. |
Fri & Sat July 4 & 5 |
7pm |
the Rising Stars of Las Vegas Academy of Jazz
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Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Fri July 4 |
8:45pm-12:30am |
The Kenny Davidsen Show |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Sat July 5 |
5-8pm |
Rick Kelly (Instrumental versions of songs from the 60’s & 70’s) |
Ciao Vino Ristorante 740 S. Rampart Blvd. |
No cover |
Sat July 5 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Sat July 5 |
7-10pm |
Jolli’s Jammers Classic Rock Band |
Tiki Di Amore 2850 E. Tropicana 702-433-4967 |
No cover |
Sat July 5 |
7-10:30pm |
Carmine Mandia |
Piero’s Italian Cuisine 355 Convention Center Dr. 702-369-2305 |
No cover |
Sat July 5 |
8-midnight |
The Randy Anderson Band with Emerald Stetson |
Arizona Charlie’s Boulder 4575 Boulder Hwy. |
No cover |
Sun July 6 |
4-7pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
The Golden Tiki 3939 Spring Mtn. Chinatown |
No cover |
Sun July 6 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Sun July 6 |
7-10:30pm |
Rita Lim and her band |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Mon July 7 |
6-9pm |
Rita Lim |
Prosecco’s Fresh Italian Kitchen 8878 S Eastern Ave. 702-776-7772 |
No cover |
Mon July 7 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Tue July 8 |
4-7pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
The Golden Tiki 3939 Spring Mtn. Chinatown |
No cover |
Tue July 8 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Tue July 8 |
7:30-11pm |
TBA |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Wed July 9 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Thu July 10 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com/#reservation |
No cover No minimum |
Thu July 10 |
6:30-10pm |
Randy Anderson with Kendra Daniels on vocals |
Ichabod’s Lounge 3300 E Flamingo Rd 702-451-2323 |
No cover |
Thu July 10 |
7:30-10:30pm |
Kent Foote & The Vegas Good Fellas |
Siena Deli 9500 W Sahara Ave 702-360-3358 |
No cover |
Thu July 10 |
8-11pm |
TBA |
The Dispensary Lounge 2451 E Tropicana Ave. 702-458-6343 |
No cover 2 drink minimum (no exceptions) 20% gratuity added to ALL checks |
Thu July 10 |
10pm |
The DV8 Big Band David Vincola and 16 of Las Vegas’ swingin’-est cats |
Fat Cat (Inside the Downtown Grand) 206 N 3rd St. 702-850-5620 |
$5 at the door |
Fri July 11 |
6-9pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
Las Vegas Distillery 7330 Eastgate #100 Henderson |
No cover |
Fri July 11 |
7pm |
Mistinguett productions present Ronstadt Revival Tribute To A Legend |
Freedom Hall Theatre 2460 Hampton Rd. 702-614-5822 |
$35 residents $40 non-residents |
Fri July 11 |
7-10pm |
A Night At The Maxan Jazz Club starring Jack Wood & the Rob Mullins Trio with special guest, Grammy Nominated Trumpet player, Tony Guerrero |
Maxan Jazz 4130 S. Decatur Blvd. 702-485-3926 |
$40 food & beverage min PP |
Fri July 11 |
7-10pm |
Jolli’s Jammers Classic Rock Band |
Stonehouse Bar & Grill 3889 E. Craig Rd. 702-644-7080 |
No cover |
Fri & Sat July 11 & 12 |
7pm |
the Rising Stars of Las Vegas Academy of Jazz
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Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Fri July 11 |
8:45pm-12:30am |
The Kenny Davidsen Show |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Fri-Sat July 11-12 |
3-7pm |
Randy Anderson and Dayna Tully Duo |
Aquarius Hotel & Casino In the Splash lounge on the patio 1900 S Casino Dr. Laughlin 800-662-5825 |
No cover |
Fri-Sat July 11-12 |
7-10:30pm |
Carmine Mandia |
Piero’s Italian Cuisine 355 Convention Center Dr. 702-369-2305 |
No cover |
Sat July 12 |
4-7pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
The Golden Tiki 3939 Spring Mtn. Chinatown |
No cover |
Sat July 12 |
5-8pm |
Rick Kelly (Instrumental versions of songs from the 60’s & 70’s) |
Ciao Vino Ristorante 740 S. Rampart Blvd. |
No cover |
Sat July 12 |
6pm |
Mistinguett productions present Ronstadt Revival Tribute To A Legend |
Starbright Theatre 2215 Thomas Ryan Blvd. 702-240-1301 |
$30 |
Sat July 12 |
6:30-10:30pm |
The ShowOffs featuring Jolli & Paul Gregory 80’s Theme |
Mr. G’s Pub & Grub 3342 S. Sandhill 702-463-0444 |
No cover |
Sat July 12 |
8:30-11pm |
Nik Mastrangelo with the Monzu’ Jazz Trio |
Monu’ Italian Oven & Bar 6020 W Flamingo 702-749-5959 |
No cover |
Sun July 13 |
4-7pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
The Golden Tiki 3939 Spring Mtn. Chinatown |
No cover |
Sun July 13 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Sun July 13 |
7-10:30pm |
Rita Lim and her band |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Mon July 14 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Mon July 14 |
6-9pm |
Rita Lim |
Prosecco’s Fresh Italian Kitchen 8878 S Eastern Ave. 702-776-7772 |
No cover |
Tue July 15 |
4-7pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
The Golden Tiki 3939 Spring Mtn. Chinatown |
No cover |
Tue July 15 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Tue July 15 |
7:30-11pm |
TBA |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Wed July 16 |
6-8pm |
Déjà vu Julie Newman & Jake Bendel on vocals. John Scott on guitar. Vernon Q. on bass. Sheila Cloud on drums. Sid the Kid on sax & Tony C on keys |
South Point Grandview Lounge |
$10 includes a free drink |
Wed July 16 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Wed July 16 |
8-midnight |
Jolli’s Jammers Classic Rock Band |
Mr. D’s Sports Bar & Grill 1810 S. Rainbow Blvd. 702-362-8777 |
No cover |
Thu July 17 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Thu July 17 |
6:30-10pm |
Randy Anderson with Kendra Daniels on vocals |
Ichabod’s Lounge 3300 E Flamingo Rd 702-451-2323 |
No cover |
Thu July 17 |
7:30-10:30pm |
Kent Foote & The Vegas Good Fellas |
Siena Deli 9500 W Sahara Ave 702-360-3358 |
No cover |
Thu July 17 |
8-11pm |
TBA |
The Dispensary Lounge 2451 E Tropicana Ave. 702-458-6343 |
No cover 2 drink minimum (no exceptions) 20% gratuity added to ALL checks |
Fri July 18 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Fri July 18 |
8:45pm-12:30am |
The Kenny Davidsen Show |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Fri-Sat July 18-19 |
7-10:30pm |
Carmine Mandia |
Piero’s Italian Cuisine 355 Convention Center Dr. 702-369-2305 |
No cover |
Fri-Sat July 18-19 |
8-1pm |
Soul Town Jack Conner & Vira D. on vocals. Jack Jewell on drums. Mark Anderson on bass. Hal Singer on guitar. Tony C on keys |
Tropicana Hotel & Casino Lounge Laughlin |
No cover |
Sat July 19 |
5-8pm |
Rick Kelly (Instrumental versions of songs from the 60’s & 70’s) |
Ciao Vino Ristorante 740 S. Rampart Blvd. |
No cover |
Sat July 19 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Sun July 20 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Sun July 20 |
6:30-9:30pm |
Randy Anderson with Dayna Tully |
Skyline Casino 1741 N Boulder Hwy Henderson 702-565-7907 |
No cover |
Sun July 20 |
7-10:30pm |
Rita Lim and her band |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Mon July 21 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Mon July 21 |
6-9pm |
Rita Lim |
Prosecco’s Fresh Italian Kitchen 8878 S Eastern Ave. 702-776-7772 |
No cover |
Mon July 21 |
7pm |
Mistinguett productions present Erik Dongil Vintage Anericana |
Delaware Lounge 2450 Hampton Rd. Henderson 702-614-5822 |
$25 residents $30 non-residents |
Tue July 22 |
4-7pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
The Golden Tiki 3939 Spring Mtn. Chinatown |
No cover |
Tue July 22 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Wed July 23 |
6pm |
Mistinguett productions present Comedy Tonight with headliner Chas Elstner |
Starbright Theatre 2215 Thomas Ryan Blvd. 702-240-1301 |
$20 |
Wed July 23 |
6-8pm |
Déjà vu Julie Newman & Jake Bendel on vocals. John Scott on guitar. Vernon Q. on bass. Sheila Cloud on drums. Sid the Kid on sax & Tony C on keys |
South Point Grandview Lounge |
$10 includes a free drink |
Wed July 23 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Wed July 23 |
9:30pm |
PK Music & The Smith Center for The Performing Arts presents The Composers Showcase entertainment forum that allows local composers and songwriters the opportunity to present original music hosted by Keith Thompson |
Myron’s at the Smith Center 702-749-2000 |
$28-46 |
Thu July 24 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Thu July 24 |
6:30-10pm |
Randy Anderson with Kendra Daniels on vocals |
Ichabod’s Lounge 3300 E Flamingo Rd 702-451-2323 |
No cover |
Thu July 24 |
7:30-10:30pm |
Kent Foote & The Vegas Good Fellas |
Siena Deli 9500 W Sahara Ave 702-360-3358 |
No cover |
Thu July 24 |
8-11pm |
TBA |
The Dispensary Lounge 2451 E Tropicana 702-458-6343 |
No cover 2 drink minimum 20% gratuity added to all checks |
Fri July 25 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Fri July 25 |
7-10pm |
Jolli’s Jammers Classic Rock Band |
Tiki Di Amore 2850 E. Tropicana Blvd. 702-433-4967 |
No cover |
Fri July 25 |
8:45pm-12:30am |
The Kenny Davidsen Show |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Fri & Sat July 25 & 26 |
7pm |
the Rising Stars of Las Vegas Academy of Jazz
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Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Fri-Sat July 25-26 |
7-10:30pm |
Carmine Mandia |
Piero’s Italian Cuisine 355 Convention Center Dr. 702-369-2305 |
No cover |
Sat July 26 |
5-8pm |
Rick Kelly (Instrumental versions of songs from the 60’s & 70’s) |
Ciao Vino Ristorante 740 S. Rampart Blvd. |
No cover |
Sat July 26 |
7:30-11:30pm |
Jolli’s Jammers Classic Rock Band |
The Hideaway Tavern 3369 Thom Blvd. 702-485-6200 |
No cover |
Sat July 26 |
8:30-11pm |
Bill King & The Knights Of Jazz featuring Bill King-trumpet/vocals, Etsuko Mader-piano, Ken Seiffert-bass, Al Guzman-drums |
Monu’ Italian Oven & Bar 6020 W Flamingo 702-749-5959 |
No cover |
Sun July 27 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Sun July 27 |
6-9pm |
Vintage Vegas Michael Delano & the Joe Darro Quartet |
The Dispensary Lounge 2451 E Tropicana Ave. 702-458-6343 |
No cover 2 drink minimum (no exceptions) 20% gratuity added to ALL checks |
Sun July 27 |
7-10:30pm |
Rita Lim and her band |
Piazza Lounge Tuscany Suites & Casino 255 E Flamingo Rd 702-893-8933 |
No cover |
Mon July 28 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Mon July 28 |
6-9pm |
Rita Lim |
Prosecco’s Fresh Italian Kitchen 8878 S Eastern Ave. 702-776-7772 |
No cover |
Mon July 28 |
7pm |
Mistinguett productions present Sam Sings The Sam’s starring Sam Holder |
Delaware Lounge 2450 Hampton Rd. Henderson 702-614-5822 |
$25 residents $30 non-residents |
Tue July 29 |
4-7pm |
DINO a’ la Carte starring Tony Felicetta |
The Golden Tiki 3939 Spring Mtn. Chinatown |
No cover |
Tue July 29 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Wed July 30 |
6-8pm |
Déjà vu Julie Newman & Jake Bendel on vocals. John Scott on guitar. Vernon Q. on bass. Sheila Cloud on drums. Sid the Kid on sax & Tony C on keys |
South Point Grandview Lounge |
$10 includes a free drink |
Wed July 30 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Thu July 31 |
6-9pm |
LVA Jazz Combo (Nightly in the Main Dining Room) |
Vic’s 355 Promenade Place Las Vegas 725-755-5299 Reservations: www.vicslasvegas.com |
No cover No minimum |
Thu July 31 |
6:30-10pm |
Randy Anderson with Kendra Daniels on vocals |
Ichabod’s Lounge 3300 E Flamingo Rd 702-451-2323 |
No cover |
Thu July 31 |
7:30-10:30pm |
Kent Foote & The Vegas Good Fellas |
Siena Deli 9500 W Sahara Ave 702-360-3358 |
No cover |
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I WAS THINKING about doing a year in review, but I barely remember what I did last weekend. I will however tell you about some of my choice eateries. Italian being my favorite goes to Mastrioni’s on Hualapai. There are at least half dozen more that I enjoy but won’t mention them all. Looking for Thai? Lotus of Siam is the only place to go. World renowned, Lotus of Siam is tucked away in a not so desirable location, but well worth the trip to the east side of town on Sahara. Staying with the oriental theme, New York Chinese Restaurant is my choice for Chinese take out. With a few tables and two locations, take out is really all you can do. Dim Sum is another story. The Cathay House on Spring Mountain will treat you to a plethora of small dishes of various delicacies. A trained palate is definitely needed. How about some Greek food? The Mad Greek Café at Durango and Sahara is my first choice, and then again I haven’t been to many Greek restaurants in town. McMullen’sfor Irish, Famous Dave’s for ribs and burgers and of course, In and Out for the fast food burger. A small hole in the wall on Fremont Street East, Mamita’s was my choice for Cuban. Since finding out the health department had shut them down for a while, I will be looking for a new Cubano restaruant. Being not much of a Mexican fan, I can’t decipher one from another. Tapas however is another story. FireFly on paradise has a great vibe and intriguing menu. Bagelmania, my preference for breakfast, mainly because of their bagels. Scooped and toasted of course. But from a deli standpoint, I haven’t found one that I really look forward to for that pastrami or corn beef sandwich. Lots of steak houses in town but I haven’t eaten at all of them. Vic and Anthony’s is at the top my list. This is probably why I need to start dieting again.
LET’S LOOK AT music venues and places to hang out. Afternoon Jazz at E-String brings great big bands on weekends. After football season they will probably start Monday nights again. A little bar and gaming place that’s been around for over 35 years called the Dispensary Lounge, puts together a late night jazz scene on Friday and Saturday nights. Not much on the west side of town but I’m working on that. Some Blues at the Sand Dollar and other clubs around town. Alexis Park for a mix of R&B and Old School Dance. Open Mic’s on Mondays at Bootlegger and the Tap House. Hang out at Piero’s, The Lady Silvia and Salvatore’s piano bar. Other cool bar hangs would be Brio, Blue Fire and possible Kelly’s Steak House, just recently opened.
I don’t want you to think all I do is go out and eat and drink…what the Hell, life is too short, and much of it is lost by waiting! Certainly don’t let anyone tell you how to live yours!