The culinary scene across Las Vegas and Summerlin is heating up and thankfully, we’re talking about the kind that involves cocktails instead of another 110° afternoon. 

From major foodie festivals and Summerlin block parties to pink brunches and new restaurants, here’s what Vegas locals should have on their radar.

COMING SOON: DRINK LAS VEGAS

September 24–27 | Las Vegas

This inaugural food and drink festival is bringing some serious culinary firepower to Vegas, with tastings, cocktails, parties and experiences happening throughout the weekend.

Timeless Taste at ARIA  September 26

Michael Mina, Masaharu Morimoto and Wolfgang Puck are among the names attached to this signature event. Translation: this isn’t your neighborhood potluck. 

Explore Drink Las Vegas & Timeless Taste

SUMMERLIN’S NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY

August 1 | 1–4 PM | The Resort at Summerlin

This one belongs near the TOP because it’s timely and actually in your backyard.

The Neighborhood Food Hall Community Block Party turns The Resort at Summerlin into one big tasting party, with a passport to sample dishes from participating restaurants while supporting Project 150.

Basically: eat your way around Summerlin and call it charity work. We approve. 

Get Block Party Details & Tickets

NEW AROUND VEGAS: MERÁKI GREEK GRILL

Meráki Greek Grill has expanded into Downtown Las Vegas, bringing its Greek favorites to another part of the Valley.

Check Out Meráki Greek Grill

SOULBELLY BBQ HITS THE STRIP

SoulBelly BBQ is bringing the smoke to Miracle Mile Shops, which means tourists aren’t the only ones with a reason to venture onto Las Vegas Boulevard.

Brisket > fighting Strip traffic.

Hopefully.

See What’s Cooking at SoulBelly

STG BAR & GRILL OPENS AT SAM’S TOWN

Another new Vegas dining option has entered the chat. STG Bar & Grill brings classic American comfort food to Sam’s Town.

Check Out STG Bar & Grill

CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT TODO BIEN

Because apparently Las Vegas looked at July and thought, you know what this needs? Christmas. 

Todo Bien at UnCommons has transformed into a tropical holiday escape with festive cocktails and enough Christmas meets Caribbean energy to make you temporarily forget your steering wheel is 147 degrees.

See Christmas in July at Todo Bien

TIKI TIME AT FLANKER

Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar at Mandalay Bay is getting tropical with its summer Mai Tai experience.

Think island inspired drinks and tiki vibes without having to explain to your boss why you suddenly booked a flight to Maui.

Check Out Flanker

PINK BRUNCH AT LA MONA ROSA

Fremont East is getting pink.

La Mona Rosa’s Pink Brunch brings together Mexican inspired brunch dishes, cocktails and a whole lot of yes, we’re taking pictures before anyone touches the food.

Reserve Pink Brunch

SUMMER IN ITALY AT FERRARO’S

No passport. No 11 hour flight. And thankfully, no middle seat. 

Ferraro’s Summer in Italy prix fixe menu brings a four course Italian experience to Las Vegas through August 23.

See the Summer in Italy Menu

BETTER BUZZ KEEPS BUZZING AROUND VEGAS

Better Buzz Coffee continues expanding around the Las Vegas Valley, including Summerlin, giving West Valley caffeine addicts another excuse to say, “I’m just running out for coffee.”

We all know you’re coming back with a $7 drink. 

Find Your Nearest Better Buzz

AND VEGAS ISN’T DONE YET…

More restaurant openings, chef collaborations, seasonal pop ups and under the radar food experiences are already appearing around the Valley.

So whether you’re hunting for your next Summerlin date night, a boozy Vegas brunch or an excuse to eat your way across town, there’s plenty happening.

Elastic waist pants encouraged. Judgment not included.