Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Las Vegas: Restaurant Review

In the immortal words of country artist Alan Jackson, "it's 5 o'clock somewhere." When he made this song, Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Las Vegas must have been on his mind. This tropical resort in the middle of the dessert is a fun place to get a great meal and have a great time.

First Impressions

As authentic as Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Las Vegas was, I expected to take off my shoes and feel the sand between my toes. I felt like a kid because I was so excited to be there. From the moment I walked in, everyone was friendly and happy. The décor was true to form. Beach related motif and even a plane hanging from the rafters.

Wait Staff and Menu

The wait staff reminded one of cabana boys bringing meals at a beach side retreat. Shorts and t-shirts was the dress code, not the traditional formal attire. The wait staffs attire added to the comfort of the atmosphere. There was not one person who did bleed professionalism without appearing to be withdrawn from the needs of the customers.

The menu consists of traditional meals such as soups, salads, and entrees. At Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Las Vegas, guests will be treated to a line of dishes hailed as Margaritaville Grill. These savory delectable dishes consist of fresh items prepared on the grill. Whether seafood, chicken, or BBQ ribs, Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Las Vegas has a healthy alternative to the traditional restaurant meal.

The menu prices were reasonable. The average dish costs approximately $10. The most expensive dishes are the seafood dishes due to the fluctuating market prices.

Specialties

Chicken and Broccoli Pasta - grilled chicken with broccoli and penne pasta

Calypso Mahi-Mahi - pineapple topped Mahi-Mahi with island rice and vegetables

Jimmy's Jammin' Jambalaya - Cajun rice with shrimp, chicken, and andouille sausage

Coconut Shrimp - jumbo shrimp breaded with coconut

Jerk Salmon - Boston Bay inspired salmon rubbed with a signature rub

Bayou Shrimp Pasta - Jumbo shrimp coupled with bell peppers, red onions, and ground andouille sausage

North Shore Fish Tacos - Mahi-Mahi stuffed in two flour tortillas with all of the fixings

Pros

Atmosphere

Great service

Décor

Hours

Location

Souvenir within the restaurant

Group events

Live music

Family friendly

Cons

The atmosphere doesn't last throughout the night and early morning

My Take and Thoughts

The final word on Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Las Vegas is awesome. From the moment one steps into Margaritaville, the transformation begins. You leave all of the worlds ills at the door and just have a great experience. The service was great and the food was appropriately designed to fit a beach theme. As the servers continued to remind everyone, you have to be in a Margaritaville state of mind.

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville

3555 Las Vegas Blvd. South

Las Vegas, Nevada 89109

(702)733-3302

Hours

Sunday-Thursday: 8am-2am

Friday and Saturday: 8am-3am