Best Botanical Garden in Clark County

"The airy central conservatory, which opens up right as you enter Bellagio, was inspired by the verdigris framework of Art Nouveau conservatories of Paris. Despite the fact that Las Vegas sits smack in the middle of the Mojave Desert, you can see the changing seasons in all their glory here as the garden transforms five times per year with fresh flowers; towering animatronic butterflies and birds; burbling fountains and bobbing lanterns. Each of its seasonal “theatrical presentations” of the elements is totally new."

"The Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is easily a top candidate for the most photographed spot in Las Vegas. It’s also one of the best free attractions on the Strip. On display in the hotel lobby, the exhibits change every few months based on the season (like autumn and spring), holidays (like Chinese New Year and Thanksgiving) or whatever seems to be a compelling visual (a Japanese tea garden and “Under the Sea” were recent favorites)."

"The Bellagio is one of the most elegant hotels on the strip and the Bellagio conservatory and gardens are reflective of that atmosphere in a kid friendly environment. The atrium is filled with sculptures that are changed seasonally and made entirely from flowers, trees, and plants. Bellagio fountains as seen from above."

"If your children love to explore the outdoors and want to know what it might be like to walk through a rainforest, this free rainforest atrium at the Mirage Hotel might be just the (free) ticket!. The atrium features a 20,000 gallon saltwater aquarium with tons of aquatic wildlife, and just behind the aquarium is a tropical rainforest complete with lagoons, a waterfall, and tons of stunning tropical plants, flowers and more. Kids who love gardens and the outdoors will love to imagine they’re heading through a real jungle as you make your way through this free indoor rainforest garden."

"If you’re a fan of the Food Network, visiting Giada De Laurentiis’ restaurant at the Cromwell Las Vegas may be an item on your “foodie” bucket-list. Well-known for her passion for delicious Italian cuisine, you finally have a chance to taste one of her classic Italian meals. On the menu, you’ll find chicken cacciatore, lemon spaghetti, marsala herb chicken meatballs, lemon flatbread, rosemary focaccia, and rigatoni"

"Eatwell at the Cromwell is a quick-service counter serving up all of the classic fast-food favorites such as pizza, tacos, sandwiches, salads, and sweets. They have breakfast, lunch, and dinner choices with brunch selections on Saturday and Sunday. Eatwell has a small sitting area if you would like to sit and enjoy your meal, but also offers everything to go."

"Located in Tivoli Village on the edge of Summerlin, Leoné Café brings a bit of the Italian coffee experience to the desert. In addition to the familiar espresso-based drinks, Leoné’s coffee menu includes its innovative take on them with drinks such as Nutella, Lavender, or Hazelnut Cappuccinos and Cinnamon or Sugar-free Caramel Lattes. They also offer brewed coffee, iced drinks, and smoothies."

"The comfortable, easy-going atmosphere at Citizens Kitchen and Bar invites you to sit down and enjoy a tasty lunch with friends. The comfort food here comes in big portions, and it's as flavorful as it is big. For lunch, smaller appetites may want to stick with appetizers like the cheese quesadilla or chicken fingers."

"Scenic Brewing Company is a full-fledged restaurant with beer produced on site. Head brewer Jamie Roberts is in charge of at least 17 recipes at any given time. Any of these creations can be enjoyed in the main restaurant or the sports bar (currently restricted to limited seating) with food honoring the Austrian heritage of Scenic Brewing’s owners."

"Scenic Brewing Co. has a 8,879-square-foot craft brewery on the southeast edge of the Desert Inn Road and Durango Commercial Center. The locally focused and kid-friendly space offers 19 craft beers on tap, all devoted to Nevada microbrews. Five of the selections are created in-house, by Scenic’s head brewer Jamie Roberts."

"Open just a few years, Lovelady is a relative newcomer to the Vegas brew scene, but already making a big, sudsy splash. Built from the ground up in Downtown Henderson, the company was founded by four brothers (and yes, their last name is Lovelady), who got their start experimenting with at-home brewing back in their high school days. It made them popular at parties, and the love for producing beer was hard to shake."

"That’s exactly what’s on tap at Lovelady Brewing in Henderson. The Lovelady brothers have strong roots in Henderson dating back to the 1950s, so giving back to their community was something they always wanted to do. And what better way to give back than craft beer?!"

"Gordon Biersch features an onsite brewery where local brewmasters brew German lagers and American craft beers. a Golden Export, hoppy Czech pilsner, fruity Belgian tripel, and more line the taps. Online ordering and delivery available."

"Our on-site chef creates unexpectedly good food, crafted to complement the nuanced flavors of our beer. Gordon Biersch beer is made with German precision brewing that meets American craft..."

"The hot pot experience is still relatively new to Las Vegas, and it's now arrived on the Strip at X Pot. A visit here is an elevated culinary experience that aims to involve all of a guest's senses. Projections, soundscapes and light shows set the background to this upscale communal dining experience."

"David Chang’s Majordomo Meat & Fish at the Venetian, his largest restaurant yet in the former Carnevino, opened on Dec. 30, 2019, so I was excited to finally dine there, as I am a fan of Momofuku and Milk Bar (crack pie!), the latter of which is co-owned by Christina Tossi. Majordomo delivered big time with smoked prime rib, duck crispy rice with foie gras, Bing bread with butter and honey, pickled onion rings, macaroni, marinated mushrooms, beef tartare and a surprisingly fantastic fudge brownie. The restaurant was busy!"

"Celebrity chef David Chang’s Majordomo brings an Asian-inflected steakhouse to the Palazzo. Try the bing bread as a starter, a warm flatbread with optional add-ons like lamb and pickled jalapeño or shaved foie gras and cranberry, and then treat yourself to one of Chang’s white oak-grilled steaks or roasted black cod with bok choy. One other notable offering at Majordomo: A secret karaoke room."

"Some of the city’s best sushi chefs have come through the Nobu kitchen and Nakano Hiromi, who helms this westside favorite, is no exception. Along with a full menu of cooked items and 24 special maki rolls, he serves beautifully modern sushi and sashimi, pairing raw fish with a wide variety of ingredients and flavors. Think: sea bream with finger lime, shiso, white balsamic and truffle oil or salmon with onion, capers, bonito flakes and spicy ponzu sauce."

"Sen of Japan offers pristine sushi the former head chef of Nobu at the Hard Rock Hotel Hiromi Nakano. Do try the $60 or $90 omakase menus with six- and seven-course chef’s picks. View the takeout menu online, available from 5 to 11 p.m."