If you’re seeking some of that old-school charm, famous mob lawyer and former Las Vegas mayor Oscar Goodman—affectionately known as the Happiest Mayor in the Universe and serving three terms in Sin City—holds court again at his namesake Plaza restaurant, Oscar’s Steakhouse. The downtown venue was erected in honor of Goodman, and his cool, snazzy-snappy demeanor carries over into the restaurant’s ambience.
In the bar and lounge area, bartenders don the classic bartender’s uniform and dole out drinks and discussions reminiscent of Vegas’ heyday. Try Goodman’s favorite cocktail—the Hizzoner with Bombay Sapphire gin, more Bombay Sapphire (it’s the way he takes his martini) and a slice of jalapeño. For drink and food specials like $6 well cocktails, $7 wines, $3 beers, $2 oysters on the half shell, $6 Caesar salads and more, stop into the lounge during happy hour all day Thursday and Sunday and 5-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
For dinner service, Oscar’s has the coolest dining room. A glass ceiling dome resides over a circular space with views of the famed Fremont Street Experience. It’s old-school charm mixed with upscale touches—a space perfect for romance, as well as the feel of a Rat Pack-era hang out. All the steakhouse classics are here: shrimp cocktail, oysters, wedge salad, calamari and crab cakes, and might we suggest a couple excellent app choices like No Nose’s Mob meatballs and Crazy Phil’s onion soup.
Certified Angus beef comes á la carte in cuts like filet mignon, prime rib and an eye-popping 44-ounce tomahawk. USDA prime beef includes New York Strip, rib cap and Oscar’s favorite, a 24-ounce bone-in ribeye. Seafood lovers can jump into the seared Day Boat scallops or whole roasted seabass. And might we also suggest Oscar’s Black Angus burger, served on toasted brioche and served with a special “Plaza sauce.”
Cap the meal off with a classic dessert like New York-style cheesecake or a slice of carrot cake. Or really indulge your sweet tooth with dessert decadence like the crème brûlée or the deep-dish chocolate chip cookie, served with ice cream and chocolate fudge. We plead the 5th when it comes to the calories.
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