Beyond The Track: Exciting Food & Drink Experiences In Las Vegas During F1!

Planning to be in Las Vegas for some Formula One fun next week? Or maybe you'll be in town but not planning to attend the race and want to find some race-themed events to enjoy?

Las Vegas during F1 week is pure electrifying energy, even if you’re not attending the race. The city transforms into a playground of high-octane excitement with race watch parties, F1-themed special dining experiences and more. There's no shortage of ways to enjoy the adrenaline-charged atmosphere of F1 without stepping foot on the track.

The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower will be offering unique specials to help celebrate the F1 vibes circulating around Sin City.

Top of the World restaurant, a one-of-a-kind dining destination located more than 800 feet above the city streets, will be celebrating the Big Race weekend with a specialty prix fixe menu and featured champagne. And let's not forget about those unforgettable views! The restaurant revolves 360 degrees every 80 minutes giving diners a changing view so they can experience all sides of the city while enjoying their meals. 

There will also be race-inspired cocktails at the other restaurants, bars, and lounges inside The Strat, including 108 Drinks, REMIX Lounge, View Lounge, and PT's Wings & Sports. There will also be gaming activations, room packages, and more, from Thursday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Nov. 24.

F1 practices, qualifying, and the race will be shown on state-of-the-art LED video walls and LED TVs throughout the weekend in PT's Wings & Sports.

For guests looking for hotel accommodations during the Big Race, The Strat will have the option to purchase two-room packages. The "Fast Track Experience" includes an upgrade to a newly remodeled Elevate room, complimentary admission for two to the Observation Deck and STRAT Tower, and admission for two for the Thrill Rides. The "High Speed Getaway" includes all the same as well as one SkyJump experience.

Cabo Wabo Cantina, located inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, is offering a track-side and second-floor event space, known as The LOFT, dining and drinking experiences. Both locations offer amazing views of The Strip.

Cabo Wabo Cantina is offering premium viewing and hospitality packages from 6 p.m. to midnight on Thursday, Nov. 21 and Friday, Nov. 22, and 8 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, Nov. 23. Guests can enjoy the high-energy thrill of the race while dining and sipping items from an all-inclusive premium food and beverage menu. Packages begin at $525.50 per person, with the option of purchasing individual days during the race, or a full three-day hospitality package for $1,313.75.

In honor of Mexican driver Sergio Pérez, the restaurant will offer El Checo margarita made with Cabo Wabo's hand-crafted mix and Patrón tequila, served during all normal business hours the week ahead of the race.

Luxe cigar and spirits lounge, Eight Lounge, located inside Resorts World, is welcoming year two of F1 in Vegas with the return of its own 'Fumée de l'élégance' or “Smoke of Elegance” menu from Thursday, Nov. 21 through Saturday, Nov. 23. 

The ultra-luxury menu was carefully curated to complement the high-energy vibe that the Grand Prix brings into Sin City. A variety of menu packages will be available, including, "Downforce," "Velocity Vintages," "Pole Position," and "Drivers Briefing," among others.

Eight Lounge is a "sophisticated and modern cigar environment unlike any other," according to their website. "More than 150 premium cigars are on hand, giving Eight at Resorts World the edge in catering to any cigar enthusiast or curious newcomer."

Learn more about Eight Lounge on their website.

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas has multiple options for visitors to enjoy during race weekend.

The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails, a swanky speakeasy and live rock lounge, will be featuring a lineup of acts for race fans throughout the weekend.

On Thursday, Nov. 21, The Regulators, featuring former Savage Garden and Lifehouse guitarist Ben Carey on guitar, and former Lifehouse bassist Bryce Soderberg on bass and vocals, will kick off the weekend of musical fun.

Radio XX, an all-star rock band featuring Ben Carey, Bryce Soderberg, and Toby Rand will keep the energy high going on Friday, Nov. 22. And on Saturday, Nov. 23, The 442s will fill the lounge with jazz, classical, folk, and rock sounds.

Also located in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is CliQue Bar & Lounge, where fans can find a race day watch party on Saturday, Nov. 23 beginning at 10 p.m. Fans can watch the race while enjoying the lounge's Tableside Mixology experience. After the race, a DJ will keep the night going strong.

In addition to all the above-mentioned locations around the racetrack, there are many others as well.

Some great locations on and near the Strip that will be enjoying the race-vibe with food, drink, and entertainment specials include, Easy's Cocktail Lounge, a cabaret lounge and speakeasy hidden inside Proper Eats Food Hall, as well as Proper Bar located at the ARIA, La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway located in Wynn Las Vegas, ONE Steakhouse at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, CRUSH American grill at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, Tailgate Social Sports Bar & Grill at Palace Station, as well as multiple locations of PT's Taverns.

Formula One hits the streets of Las Vegas for an exciting high-energy weekend from Thursday, Nov. 21 through Saturday, Nov. 23. For more information on the race and to buy tickets, visit their website.