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    5 Dollar Cafe

    3.8 (183 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Divey
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    Moderate noise

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    Ja'Nelle S.

    The service is friendly in a seedy area. The restaurant looked clean, but didn't feel clean. The food was bland and nasty. I couldn't eat it after spending $15+ on it. Do yourself a favor and find a restaurant inside the Strat, if that's where you're staying.

    Abigail Joy Y.

    We came here on multiple occasions when we were staying at The Strat on EDC week, and since it's very convenient and we didn't have to Uber around. The food was great and not too salty! We ate a variety of noodles, rice, and proteins, and we also ordered sandwiches to go, and it was still good even when it got cold lol! The only complaint was when we ordered the shrimp, they shorted us 2 pieces (not cool!) The service was fast, and employees were nice. It's also a small casino with loud music. Overall, this will be our go-to spot when we're staying at the Strat; we'll just have to count the shrimps next time before we leave, and see y'all next year! LOL

    Beef Gyro 11. Breakfast Bagel Sandwich @20. Crab Rangoon Coffee
    Brad B.

    For the value, I don't think that a sit down service restaurant on the strip. The best part of this restaurant other than the restaurant's price is the speed. You can easily get in and out in less than 30 min. They do not serve alcohol and your food comes on paper plates but the value is there. I don't think anything the menu is over $15. Crab Rangoon- 8/10 Bagel sandwich- 8/10 Gyro - 6/10 Fries- 9/10 The place isn't nice but if you're staying at the strat this is a better option than about anything in there. I would absolutely come back and try and eat a less greasy option than I had but if you're trying to beat a hangover, this is it

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    Peggy D.

    Ordered the number 2 - eggs, toast and sausage. I got bacon instead of sausage. Bacon was a disaster . Added hash browns. This is a NO frills kind of place . Orange juice in a plastic cup. Condiments in a plastic basket. Air conditioning works . Service is...there? I don't know what one expects from a place like this. Not much. Wow. Meal of sadness. Precooked eggs. Cold toast . Grape jelly. Eggs were not edible should have gotten over easy or something that couldn't have been precooked. Damn. Would not revisit .

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    Darren C.

    If you're staying at The Strat and your wallet's seen better days, the $5 Café is your closest lifeline--literally less than a one-minute walk. Don't let the name fool you, though. Only one menu item rings in at five bucks, and that's for breakfast. The rest? Still affordable, but not quite the deal the name implies. This spot is unapologetically a dive. Meals come on paper plates, drinks cost extra (no free tap water), and there's a $1 fee for card payments. That said, if you're feeding a family or Lady Luck didn't show up at the tables, this place fills a gap. The menu is a wildcard blend of American, Mexican, Thai, and even a single Vietnamese dish. I visited twice--once for dinner and again for breakfast. Dinner: I ordered the Pad Thai. The server was friendly, and I was surprised when asked how spicy I wanted it--on a scale of 1 to 10 stars. That's a first for me, even as someone who's had Thai food in plenty of cities. I went with 5 stars, which ended up being pretty mild. The portion was generous, and the service was warm, even if the vibe was no-frills. Breakfast: The next morning, I came back for a breakfast burrito. It was massive, hot, and filling, but served with the tiniest spoonful of stone-cold salsa. Heating up the salsa and offering a bit more would go a long way. The burrito itself was fine, but nothing memorable. The Fine Print (Literally): * No tap water - bottled water is $1 * $1 fee for card payments * Groups? Only one person can pay, then it's Venmo time * Mandatory $2 tip on my breakfast bill -- I refused it. Why? Because the service is minimal: they take your order, bring the food, and that's it. No frills. No real hospitality. Bottom Line: The $5 Café is a quirky, budget-friendly fallback with plenty of options and a location that's hard to beat. Just know what you're walking into: average food, minimal service, surprise fees, and a heavy reliance on paper goods. Go if you're hungry, broke, or curious--but maybe not if you're expecting much more than the basics.

    Nancy D.

    The Good is that The food came out quick. It was simple and presented super Hom-E. The food was ok. We ordered pancakes, a breakfast sandwich. Chicken and waffles; the chicken was like a flat chicken strip., side of potatoes had a very peculiar lemony peppery taste, and the hash brown was flat and greasy. Nothing exciting about any of them. The best was the waffle and my over hard egg. The hibiscus drink was too sweet and not a natural flavor. The lemon honey drink was horrible, I can't even describe that! But the Biggest turn off for me was after sitting and eating my food looking around and realizing I was surrounded by dust everywhere. I could only imagine what the places i couldn't see behind the kitchen look like. It would be a good idea to invest some time dusting.

    Philly Burrito & 4. Western Omelet with the Home Style Potatoes
    Anna P.

    Y'all are absolutely sleeping on this place. The wait staff is incredibly friendly, the food is FAST and it's wonderful! We are from South Arkansas and this is our kind of breakfast. We were able to sit down immediately and both had breakfast for under $25 in Vegas. Unheard of. They have a $5 breakfast special as well so you can eat here on the real cheap. Perfect cafe. Perfect breakfast. WE WILL BE BACK!

    Good breakfast and very cheap and good budget option compared to other places. Chill environment and the service was friendly too and the food came very fast and the music playing was a nice touch too.

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    Tarnisha N.

    I should've known from the time we walked in that things were going to be interesting. They have slot machines on one side of the restaurant and there was an older guy sitting at one with a cigarette hanging off his lip. Placed our orders and the breakfast was brought out on paper plates. The food was ok but we couldn't get past the cigarette smoke. I mean what happens in Vegas am I right lol. Doubt I'd ever go back there

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    3 months ago

    Good priced food...which is okay, no frills nice service. If you're hungry and don't have much money, stop in

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    9 months ago

    Food came out quickly and piping hot. Great quality at a great price! A little hidden gem tucked next to the Stratosphere.

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    9 months ago

    Food is absolutely amazing! Any dish you get is good! I will come back again and again!

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    Fast and friendly service, affordable and good food by the strip! I recommend it's super convenient for breakfast and lunch.

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    Americana is an excellent choice for a special occasion or celebration. We came for a birthday…read moredinner, and it exceeded our expectations. Everything was delicious. We ordered the Wagyu steak, the salmon, and the mushroom risotto, and every dish was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. The views are absolutely breathtaking. Overlooking the lake, you almost forget you're in Las Vegas. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the large fish tank as you walk in adds a luxurious touch without the crowds and chaos of the Strip. If you're looking for a memorable dinner with incredible food, beautiful scenery, and a relaxing ambiance, Americana is definitely worth a visit.

    Come here often bc of the food and the views. The staff was so accommodating!. food was amazing! I…read moretold the waiter to surprise me with either the sea bass or the scallops. He brought out the scallops. Perfectly cooked! Beet salad was amazing! Creme Brule perfectly done. Rib eye. Americana Splash. Salmon. Francisco and Amanda and Marcelis are all amazing. Chef Ceasar and Chef Steven are masters. Always great food. Beautifully Plated and delicious! They charge the nenu often so you always get something different. Ask for the harvest menu, which changes weekly. Includes app, entree, dessert AND unlimited wine!! Don, the new manager is so nice. Wish they brought back Justin, the bartender. He always made my drink just right.

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    4.0
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    Went in for lunch, quickly got seated. Waitress was very sweet older woman, she was quick with…read moreorders, and extremely attentive. She did mention a few menu items, but we ordered other items. Beef Wellington - little meat sliders topped with pastry, not our normal pastry wrapped hunk of meat, came with a side of brussel spouts. The pastry was buttery and flakey, meat was tender, brussel sprouts nice and soft but with some crispy bits - sweet/savory! Flatbread pizza - all meat pizza, and they didn't skimp on the toppings! nice crunch on the crust with a good cheese pull! Plus who doesn't love greasy pizza after a long night out in Vegas?! LOL Chicken Alfredo - perfectly cooked fettuccine and creamy Alfredo sauce (always a go to!) Shrimp rolls - came out warm and crispy - great crunch but very oily especially with the aioli too creamy for my taste felt as if there was a film of grease after. This spot is great any time of day - you can dine in or take out, regardless you won't be disappointed - they have a plethora of items to choose from!

    Had a great experience at Grand Lux Cafe. Leslie was very nice, friendly, and took really good care…read moreof us. We ordered the Banana Cream Pancakes, Avocado Benedict, and Whole Egg Omelet. Everything was super tasty, fresh, and prepared really well. We ordered everything for takeout, and the food was still excellent. For takeout orders, you order at the bakery area in the front, which is a really nice setup and very convenient. The restaurant itself is huge, with a large dining area and a nice bar. The whole place has a great atmosphere and plenty of space. Between the fresh and delicious food, the large dining area, nice bar, convenient bakery/takeout area, and the excellent service from Leslie, we had a really good experience. Definitely a place I would come back to and try more items from the menu.

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    Double Smashed Burger (with fries)
    Double Smashed Burger (with fries)
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    Honey Salt

    4.1
    (3.3k reviews)
    7.7 mi
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    We've been here 3-4 times and can't believe I've never left a review!!…read more So for starters, they have a great happy hour, trick is it's in the bar seating area only, they do have a couple high tops set in the back should you choose to imbibe. The dining area and outdoor patio give a rustic country kitchen feel which suits their fresh seasonal ingredient filled menu. We have honestly never had a bad meal here. The food tends to disappear before we get to take pictures, sorry that's lacking. I've read the service here isn't good, but we've either been lucky or just have come on good days because we haven't had any issues. The only issue that is kind of a nonissue is that it gets busy fast, of the 3-4 times we've eaten here we've probably come 10 times and there was a loooong wait so we decided to go elsewhere. If you're in the area and want something delectable for lunch or dinner, I'd say yes stop in and enjoy yourself !

    Such a cute place! The inside is much bigger than I expected with charming England country decor…read more We ordered the eye catching veggie hummus plate. The plating is definitely beautiful and creative. It's also very tasty. My lemon chicken salad is kind of boring. I do like they. They use egg white chunks in salad. However, the lemon salad dressing it's just too sour. I thought they could use a few more kinds of leafy vegetables in the salad, adding some seeds and olive oil will be good too. Services is standard. We enjoy our time there and will be back next time if we are in the area.

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    Indoor Bar
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