Very cool atmosphere and very nice staff. Super busy even on a Wednesday- we were lucky we got a spot. Very smoky flavored drinks. Which is super cool if you like that but I am not a huge smoked drink person. Very cool presentation though. read more

Ghost Donkey - Watermelon margarita - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

I'd been wanting to check out Ghost Donkey speakeasy for a while, and finally made it in. It's tucked inside Tekka Sushi Bar, which makes it feel like a fun hidden gem. The space is small and cozy, and the decor is super cute. We tried the Pineapple Negroni and the Yanga Watermelon Sour. While the presentation was nice, the drinks didn't quite match our taste. They could've been a bit colder and the flavor profile leaned sweeter than we prefer. On the bright side, the service was quick, which we appreciated. Overall, it's a cute spot with a great vibe, just hoping for a bit more balance in the drinks next time! read more

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Ghost Donkey is a hidden speakeasy located inside The Cosmopolitan. Tucked away behind a subtle door in the food hall, it's easy to miss, but that's part of the appeal. Inside, the vibe is fun and intimate with colorful lights, mirrors, and a high-energy feel. The drinks are the highlight, which are strong and well-crafted. The truffle nachos are also a must if you want something to share. It's definitely a small space, so it can get crowded quickly and finding it the first time can be a bit of an adventure. But overall, it's a unique, lively spot that's perfect for a pregame or a couple of drinks before heading out. read more

Ghost Donkey - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Bartenders were so great and friendly. Explaining what the drinks are and even giving us little samples. We tried a marg sample and it was SO good! The best drink we tried but all the drinks were beautiful and creative. The speakeasy is hidden and small. Its dark atmosphere and fun ceiling lights really make it fun. It was pretty crowded for the small space. They almost need a door man to regular how many people go in at a time. read more

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"Hidden" away in the Cosmopolitan, Ghost Donkey is not the typical seating only speakeasy environment I've seen elsewhere. However, it leans into the speakeasy vibes and is a fun place to chill for a fancy cocktail. Prices are in line with the rest of Vegas, however, the quality of the drinks are far better. As such, you get a better value and overall experience imo! You'll need to keep an eye out of the Donkey on the exit door in the 2nd floor food court to find it. Once inside, grab whatever spot you can or stand to order. Enjoy! read more

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Ghost Donkey is one of several speakeasies inside The Cosmopolitan. The entrance is hidden in the food court with the only markings being a picture of a donkey on an exit door. It is definitely a small space with about ten seats at the bar. There are also two small lounge areas in each corner of the space with padded bench seating that can squeeze in another 10 to 12 people in each spot. We arrived around 8pm on a Wednesday night, and there was only one seat available at the bar. Luckily, two people next to the open spot left about five minutes later, so we were both able to sit at the bar. The atmosphere is fun and lively with interesting décor. It is a tequila/mezcal focused bar with most of the cocktails containing at least one of those two spirits. Many of the drinks do have other spirits mixed in as well. They have a huge list of tequila and mezcal if straight pours are your fancy. We sat next to a friendly couple who live locally. He is a huge tequila lover, and said they come here often because they have the best selection and by far the best prices for straight pours anywhere in the area. I had the Frida & The Watermelon Sour (Vago Espadin, Manzanilla Sherry, Batiste Silver Agricole Rhum, Organic Agave, Lime, Watermelon, Watermelon Foam, Tajin, $20). This was a great balanced cocktail with the perfect amount of smokiness from the mezcal. It had a nice light watermelon flavor with some complexity and subtle booziness from the three liquors. The watermelon foam was a fun topping, and the tajin sprinkle on the foam added a flavor kick to it. She had the Burro Tropical (Volcan Blanco Tequila, Banks 5-Island Rum, Passion Fruit, Lemon, Fever Tree Ginger Beer, Club Soda, $20). It was passion fruit forward, but still pretty balanced. The soda bubbles and ginger beer definitely made it an interesting cocktail (in a good way). It also comes with a cool donkey souvenir on top to take home. Our bartender made a Lavender Vida Loca cocktail for the couple next to us, and there was some left over that he let us sample. It was really good with a beautiful color. We had one more bar to visit after this, so we only had one round, but I would definitely order that next time. I didn't catch our bartender's name, but he's the guy with the big beard. He was very fun and friendly, even though his shift was ending in five minutes. They also have a good menu of food munchies including various types of nachos and tacos, chips and guacamole, queso fundido, oysters, and churros. We visited right after dinner so we passed on food. The cocktails were great and only $20 each. We visited other bars on this trip that charged $25 or more for drinks that weren't nearly as good. We will definitely visit again on our next trip. read more

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Took us a while to find the door, but we saw some people lining up/coming out which was helpful. There was only standing room for us and nothing on the drink menu was standing out to us (it was mostly tequila drinks). The bar itself is super cute with the ceiling lights and decor. read more

Ghost Donkey - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

I had no idea that the Cosmopolitan had so many speakeasies all these years, but when I found out, I was determined to check at least one out, and Ghost Donkey ended up being my first! The speakeasy itself is tucked away in the food court area and the entrance is a door with a donkey on it with an exit sign above it. If you're not looking for it and don't know about it, you'll definitely miss it because I have unknowingly passed by it before. The place itself is tiny and it may be hard to find a place to sit or stand but is so decorated and festive. It's definitely a vibe when you enter and it was wild to me how the ambiance immediately shifted when you opened the door. It is a Mexican themed bar so there's a variety of Mexican themed drinks and bar food. I didn't have anything here, but I was told by others there that the drinks are strong! I saw they had truffle nachos on the menu and it's something I'd definitely want to try there in the future. Overall, this is a super cool place and I'd definitely recommend checking it out! read more

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Fun Wednesday night hang. Not busy. Really good music and great service. They do not service food. It's a hidden speakeasy at the Durango Casino read more

This is a super fun spot, and I plan to return when I am back in town. We were a group of five that ended up in the corner of the upholstered seating. The atmosphere and lighting was enjoyable; loud, but we could still have a conversation. The drinks were hit and miss. We felt that both of the watermelon sours (Gasoer Yanga and Frida Kahlo) were too sweet. The old fashioned (Don Pedro) and tamarind negroni (Zapata) were probably the favorites. Thanks to Alicia for ensuring that we were taken care of, throughout. It was definitely some of the better service received at the Cosmopolitan. read more

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A "hidden" speakeasy in the Cosmopolitan found right near the donkey statue! Super fun spot with cool lighting and a lounge area. A full food menu with great drinks. read more

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We had to look up directions just to find Ghost Donkey, as it's tucked away in the back of the Cosmopolitan's food court. Without prior knowledge, it would have been very difficult to locate. While the donkey image on the door is noticeable once you're close, many people dining in the food court seemed confused about why a line was forming outside what looked like a random door. We arrived right at the posted opening time, but the venue didn't actually open until about 20 minutes later. When it finally did, we were told there was only one staff member working. By that point, there were already around 10 people waiting in line. We were also informed that there would be no table service and that all orders had to be placed directly at the bar. The interior of the speakeasy is extremely small, which made the situation feel even more cramped and inefficient given the staffing issue. With only one person handling everything and no table service, it felt like ordering drinks would take a significant amount of time. Because of this, we decided to leave before placing an order. Overall, while the concept seems interesting, the lack of clear signage, delayed opening, minimal staffing, and very limited space made for a frustrating experience. Unfortunately, it wasn't worth the wait during our visit. read more

Ghost Donkey - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Ghost Donkey is a fun, tucked-away speakeasy perfect for 2-4 people, offering inventive cocktails and creative nachos. The Nespresso martini, with its rich cinnamon foam and balanced smoky mezcal, is a standout. While the atmosphere is cozy, the limited food menu--specifically the need for more topping balance on the nachos--merits a 4/5 star rating. Highlights: Drinks: Impressive, creative, and expertly balanced (even for non-mezcal drinkers). Atmosphere: Spacious, relaxing, and intimate, ideal for small groups. Food: Unique nachos, though the menu is limited. Areas for Improvement: Nachos: Could benefit from extra sour cream for better balance. Variety: Limited food options beyond nachos. A great spot to unwind with unique, flavorful bites and drinks! read more

I found this place, a few years ago, but never had a chance to grab a drink due to it being a bit packed. During this visit to Vegas, we were able to make it in and get a place to stand and have a drink. It was all about the experience in visiting a speakeasy. It all begins on the second floor eateries. There, you will see a small exit door with a donkey on it. Once there, push open the door to enter this hidden speakeasy. I love their simple decor and semi dark atmosphere. This being a speakeasy, it's mostly liquor based drinks but they have some other options too. Simple bar bites are also available. Most people went in for a few drinks and departed. It was a nice experience. read more

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What a cute little date night spot! By little I mean seating for under 25? So its tight and if you can get a seat at the bar, even better! But warm and cozy with table service at the couches. They have a few appetizers and small bites but their drinks are key! Delicious and fair prices! read more

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This little speakeasy is a cool concept and is uniquely hidden behind an exit door in the back of the foodcourt. No strict dress code or entry attendants here. Everytime we have stopped by, it had been packed and unfortunately they do not take reservations and inside is also extremely small. You can always drop by just to check it out, and perhaps you will get lucky and catch it at a lull time. We think we may have a better chance of stopping in the early afternoon during the week to order food and drinks. Personally, Mas Por Favor in Chinatown is probably a better choice to visit. read more

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Always visit here when in town! Beyond worth it! Located in Cosmo, this is a speakeasy that odds ticked away in the back of the food court. Look for the door with the donkey. Very small and intimate space. Gets very crowded. You will understand once you go. Staff is super nice. Server was lovely and so very accommodating. The bar tenders know how to make a terrific drink. They have a wide variety of drinks! Lots to pick from. Went with margaritas- one regular and one mango. Garnishes are on point. They do have snacks to order. Do not leave without trying the black bean steak nachos. Seriously. Absolutely amazing. Don't miss out on this! Go!!! read more

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This is a proper Mezcaleria. If you're looking for cocktails or Mezcal cocktails, you can find them there. However, we're looking for 30+ Mezcals available to taste, this is your place read more

Ghost Donkey - Staff busy serving up Mezcal - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Cosmo has a special place in my heart. It's my favorite strip casino and one of the main reasons why is because of places like Ghost Donkey. This place epitomizes Cosmo's bar and lounge scene: not-so-secret speakeasy's that have unique characteristics and experiences. Some of the newer speakeasy's on the strip put a lot of effort into looking and feeling upscale, but they all lack the character and theming found in Cosmo's "hidden" treasures. Ghost Donkey is a prime example: it focuses and centers on one theme and doesn't try to pretend to be anything else. I can appreciate that. If you want good tequila and mezcal in very cozy and intimate experience, this is the place. The nachos are really good as well. read more

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Ghost Donkey is one of The Cosmopolitan's many speakeasies(which is why it's hard to find). It's located in the food court across from China Poblana. Look for the donkey on the door in the back of the food court. The drinks are mainly tequila and mezcal based. They offer food and mocktails. I didn't try the food as my husband and I came to pass some time before our reservation at China Poblana. The vibe is dark and a little loud. The place is small as well. Anyways we found two seats at the bar on a Tuesday evening. After a few minutes one of the bartenders who was deep in conversation with the women next to me asked if we'd been helped. I said no, and he went back to his conversation for another few minutes before coming back and taking my order. He was giving them samples of mezcal while I didn't get so much as a hello. He also seemed bothered I didn't want to order food. I ordered a Paloma and again he went back to conversing with the women for a little bit before making my drink. The drink was pretty good but the grapefruit garnish was pretty huge. Another bartender, who was much nicer, checked up on us and I ordered the yanga watermelon sour. It was so pretty, another patron asked what I was drinking and proceeded to order it. Worth mentioning, the menu on the Ghost Donkey official's website and on the Cosmo's website was not the menu I ordered from. read more

This place is well worth it. Some of the best craft drinks around and great service. The ambiance is so fun with a great vibe. The have small app's too read more

Ghost Donkey - Great drinks here - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Loved this place. Loved that we had to search for it as well. It was a little treat. Price is reasonable to other speakeasy's. Drinks were amazing. Service was great. They made drinks to my tasting. Beyond delicious. The way drinks should taste.... Not like alcohol. The place is spectacular to look at. Clean. read more

Ghost Donkey - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

I've been here a few times now and somehow always luck out with a seat--even though the place is tiny. It still feels like a bit of a hidden gem, so let's not ruin a good thing, okay? Just between us If you're into mezcal, this is your spot. They've got all kinds--stuff from all over Mexico--and the bartenders actually know their stuff. Tequila fans, you're covered too. The drinks are wild (in the best way), and every cocktail I've had has been super well-balanced. There's one spicy mezcal drink I always get--I wish I could remember the name but it's fire. The snack menu is small but solid--perfect for nibbling while you sip something amazing. Plus, the vibe? Super fun. Twinkly lights, cool decor, and it doesn't take itself too seriously. Casual, a little quirky, and just a really good time. read more

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We finally found it! It took awhile and so glad we did. The decor in here is so fun. It's moody with a Mexican twist. It's very intimate with limited and close seating. Our server was nice and recommended the espresso martini. It was made with tequila and really wasn't my favorite. The other drinks were awesome though! read more

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We stopped in and it was very small and we had a group of 6 so didn't stay. But loved that the door was hidden and was excited to find it and hopefully next time I can stop in next time for a drink. read more

Not really a speakeasy, more of a club actually. My husband & I came in & the bar & seating area were full & the walking areas were crammed with people waiting to order. They did have a server come by & take orders, how she remembered who ordered what is beyond me! The bartenders were extremely patient too. Mexican food & inspired cocktails. I ordered the pink cocktail with foam on the top, I think it is a watermelon one? & it was tasty! Located in the Cosmo. read more

One of 3 ( hidden) speakeasy bars at tge Cosmopolitan. Great little bar if you are into Tequila. When I say "little", I am not kidding. Our sever was super friendly, we met two dudes from Canada and chatted them up for a while before the hockey game. Def worth visiting, try the tequila old fashion, it was pretty tasty! read more

Ghost Donkey is such a cool speakeasy. My boyfriend was taking me here and I was like where are we going. It's hidden behind a door and most people wouldn't know or see it. The bar is so cute inside and the bartenders were wonderful. They made us delicious drinks and it was such a great time. read more

Ghost Donkey - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Walk into the food area in Cosmopolitan Hotel and walk to the back. Walk through the door and you're there. Strings of lights are hung from the ceiling. It's all covered in red Christmas lights and with the signature Ghost donkey when you enter this speakeasy. We had the old fashion and the Frida with watermelon. Bothe drinks served and made were delicious. It was a nice stop on the strip after having dinner. Inside there bar and table seating. Area is quite cozy and warm. Overall, it was a good experience. Thanks. read more

Ghost Donkey - Ghost donkey - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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The hunt was fun! This was not an easy speakeasy to locate, but once we found it, it was exactly as we expected. The atmosphere was fun, it was a very small tiny room, but everyone seemed to find their own space and make it work. The drinks were magnificent. I had the watermelon margarita And we also had the truffle nachos which lived up to the hype. Service was marginal. The bartenders were knowledgeable and quick to help us out, but certainly weren't friendly or overly nice. read more

Ghost Donkey - Truffle nachos! - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Ambience is really cool with the decor and lights and with a cozy feel. But, seating isn't that great. A few seats at the bar but then the little bit of other seating isn't ideal for eating. You'll have to bend forward and hunch to get your food on the small, low tables while seated to eat. With the tables being so small you can't order much of your a group larger than two. You'll have to hope you can get the majority of the couch seating and small tables to set your food and drinks down. We ordered the lavender drink, truffle nachos, and steak nachos. So despite others around me saying the lavender drink is really good, I didn't agree. It just didn't have a good flavor to me and didn't even give me a buzz, which I thought it would since it was my first drink in awhile and I had barely much to eat yet. It's pretty looking though. The black truffle nachos were underwhelming. Hardly any truffle flavor to it, and even when I ate an actual truffle piece, it tasted more like a damp, lightly flavored tortilla chip. Steak nachos were much better, I would definitely order those again if I come back...but hoping there's a bit more steak in it time. Overall the idea of the place is still neat and fun for a small group. read more

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Forget Chandalier bar, Ghost Donkey is the best spot in Cosmo for a dink if you have a small party. Amazing selection of mezcal, super friendly service, and reasonable prices for the location. read more

Speakeasy. Hotel staff told us there was a HH and bar staff said nope. Drinks on pricey side and just ok. It's cool that it's a speakeasy but that's about it. read more

Always a must when in the cosmo. Their drinks are extremely strong and will mess you up quickly. It does also get extremely crowded so if you're claustrophobic goodluck. The bartenders serve quickly but I'm never here when they can serve food so I can't speak on it. It looks so cool on the inside but like I said the worse thing is how crowded it can get in here. read more

Ghost Donkey - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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We found this speakeasy, and had a great time inside! It is super small, with lots of tropical decor and red, dim lighting. My partner and I were approached by the server to check our IDs, and she was so sweet. She gave us recommendations and we ordered our drinks. We really like the Burro Tropical! It was citrusy and easy to drink! We got to keep the donkey too. We also got the manhattan and it was really strong. Overall, we had a great time here and loved the vibes. read more

Ghost Donkey - Smoked Corn and Coconut Manhattan - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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This is a small bar, even smaller than Ski Lodge, tucked away in a food court -- a fun little find. They offer a selection of drinks and light food options. Cocktails are $20+ each, which is pretty standard for similar spots, though still overpriced for what you get. The staff was friendly, but the drinks were just okay. It was worth checking out once. read more

Ghost Donkey - Decor - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Chris the bartender is fantastic! Amber is a great server & knowledgeable of the local scene. I highly recommend the truffle nachos with added mushrooms. They bring out the flavors of each other. I love the lavender Lida Voca- the best drink! The el espresso is also very good!!! The smoked corn & coconut manhattan is 3rd fav followed by the Frida (there's foam on this, while it looks cool, it doesn't really have any taste- would prefer egg white foam) but very refreshing crisp by itself. Cool ambiance! read more

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We like to stop in here after grabbing a few handrolls from outside. The menu is short and sweet, they have some munchies if you're hungry. We tried multiple drinks. The bartender gave us samples of the stealth frozen bev, and a couples other samples we had questions on. Our bartender was great. He told us tips and tricks for our hotel, where to go and where to eat from his perspective. We ordered the chips and salsa trio and he immediately refilled our chips when we were getting low. It wasn't super busy this time so we grabbed some spots at the bar as soon as we walked in. read more

Ghost Donkey - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Stopped by on Thursday before July 4 with our friends for the first time, and surprisingly made it on a "slow" evening before the typical night time rush. It's a "free" seating, so grab a seat where you can, and we were able to sit at the bar, quickly get served menus and had our drink orders taken. They are a tequila bar, so be prepared for a mostly tequila/mezcal based drink menu. They also have food, which is a very nice touch as we were able to snack before dinner! the chips and salsa trio were a very good appetizer! Overall friendly staff with a very fun vibe! read more

Ghost Donkey - Inside - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Fun tucked away bar - in contrast to the big, flashiness of Vegas, this felt like a hidden hole-in-the-wall. It took us forever to find it - it's a door in the back corner of a food court, one that we thought lead to a bathroom or a back hallway. However the two drinks we got were just ok. I wouldn't mind coming back in the hopes of ordering something better. No wait on Thanksgiving night at 11:20pm. * Lavender Vida Loca - 3 stars. Not great. * Frozen Stealth Margarita - 3 stars. Straightforward and quite strong, not super interesting. read more

Ghost Donkey - Lavender Vida Loca - 3 stars. Frozen Stealth Margarita - 3 stars. 2024-11-28 Thanksgiving night - Mexican Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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