The adrenaline-fueled Las Vegas Grand Prix is set to electrify the Strip from November 21–24. Along with the roar of engines and exhilarating speed, several of the city’s top dining spots are rolling out special race-weekend menus, viewing packages, and unforgettable experiences. Here’s your guide to the best culinary hotspots for race fans looking to make the most of this high-octane event.
1. Cabo Wabo Cantina at Miracle Mile Shops, Planet Hollywood
For a lively, Strip-side experience at turn 14, head to Cabo Wabo Cantina, where rockin’ race fans will enjoy premium viewing and hospitality packages from Thursday, Nov. 21 to Saturday, Nov. 23. The packages include:
- All-Inclusive Menu: Rotating appetizers, made-to-order tacos, a pasta bar, and carving stations.
- Top-Shelf Open Bar: A high-energy lineup of margaritas, cocktails, and more.
With trackside patios and a second-floor event space, Cabo Wabo offers unmatched views. Packages start at $525.50 per person, with a three-day hospitality package available for $1,313.75. Enjoy a featured “El Checo” margarita in honor of Mexican driver Sergio Pérez, available all week.
2. CRUSH American Grill at MGM Grand
Nestled just steps from the track, CRUSH American Grill offers a surf-and-turf special to honor the race weekend. From Nov. 22–24, fans can enjoy:
- Main Dish: A 16-ounce prime rib and shrimp scampi for $109.
- Sides: Classic accompaniments such as garlic rosemary fries, truffle mashed potatoes, and grilled asparagus for $15 each.
Thirsty spectators can toast with handcrafted cocktails like the lychee martini or the barrel-aged old fashioned. Located between turns 16 and 17, CRUSH is open from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and until 9:30 p.m. on weekends. Reservations are recommended and can be made at www.crushmgm.com or by calling (702) 891-3222.
3. La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway at Wynn Las Vegas
Indulge in an exclusive prix fixe experience at La Cave, a sophisticated retreat tucked inside Wynn Las Vegas. Renowned restaurateurs Jenna and Michael Morton are showcasing a special four-course “Grand Prix Fixe” menu from Friday, Nov. 22 to Sunday, Nov. 24. The menu features:
- First Course: Choose between hamachi and tuna crudo or a baby kale salad with apples, goat cheese, and almond vinaigrette.
- Second Course: A decadent four-ounce lobster tail paired with roasted tomato risotto and broccolini.
- Third Course: Options include an eight-ounce filet mignon, sea bass with cioppino broth, or roasted chicken with heirloom beets.
- Dessert: A surprise selection of indulgent desserts.
Extend your experience with La Cave’s Butler Brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. all weekend, priced at $69, with optional bottomless Ketel Botanical spritzes and Collet champagne for an additional $64. Wine aficionados can also enjoy premium selections, like the 2022 Far Niente Chardonnay, adding a refined touch to race day revelry.
4. Top of the World at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower
Racing fans looking for a culinary adventure as thrilling as the Grand Prix can head to Top of the World, The STRAT’s renowned rotating restaurant perched 844 feet above the Strip. The “Champion’s Tasting Menu” offers a Dutch-inspired four-course experience, featuring:
- “Practice” Course: Bitterballen with spicy mustard béchamel.
- “Qualify” Course: Stamppot with rookworst sausage and sauerkraut.
- “Race” Course: Lekkerbekje, a beer-battered cod with Dutch-inspired sides.
- “Podium Celebration”: Slagroomtaart, a light lemon sponge cake.
Celebrate like a champion with a jeroboam of Ferrari Trento sparkling brut for $499 or try “The Flying Dutchman” cocktail for $19. View the action from various locations within The STRAT, including 108 Drinks, REMIX Lounge, and PT’s Wings & Sports, which will broadcast the race across LED screens.
Whether you’re looking for fine dining, thrilling views, or casual comfort food, Las Vegas’ top spots are pulling out all the stops for race weekend. Each destination offers fans a unique way to fuel up and celebrate the return of the Las Vegas Grand Prix in style. Make your reservations soon to secure your spot at the finish line.
