The best cocktail bars Route 66

S Bar (Mandalay Bay) welcomes you to a cosy, chic setting. This establishment offers a variety of lounge experiences with copper tones, luxurious drapes, plush seating and a polished black marble bar adorned with iconic artworks by Terry O'Neill, one of the world's most collected photographers. The S Bar offers a few dishes if you're feeling a little hungry, but it's above all the many spirits, cocktails (with a few house specialties) and other wines that will seduce you.

This tiny, exotic bar, where tiki kitsch reigns - a fashion inspired by Hawaiian style in the 1950s - has been around since 1961. Nothing, or almost nothing, has changed: the cocktails - for which the recipes have always been the same - are fruity and devilishly measured, the glasses are carved from fake totem poles, and smoking was still the order of the fifties until recently. Around the counter, loaded with gurgling fountains and figurines of mermaids and wahines, are many aficionados of the tiki style, looking as if they'd stepped out of an old Hollywood film.

Federales, also present in Dallas and Denver, showcases Mexican cocktails and cuisine. Don't be fooled by its subdued street art ambience, this place will turn up the heat as soon as the DJ takes over the decks. There are plenty of tables to sit around, and a central bar, making for an open, unpretentious space - as evidenced by the humorous phrases about our relationship with alcohol. Self-service fresh water, draught beers... And excellent mango margaritas. The terrace closes around midnight.

In the heart of Las Vegas, the 3,000^m2 Downtown Cocktail Room and Mike Morey's Sip'n'Tip combine an intimate cocktail lounge and a "speak-up", halfway between the upscale lounge ambience and the clandestine, unserious atmosphere of New York City. The menu features a wide range of original and classic spirits, beers, wines and cocktails. Mike Morey's Sip'n'Tip has a more intimate atmosphere, with only thirty seats available. The establishment also offers a wide selection of drinks.

An ideal stop-off at the end of a stroll, or before heading back to the heart of the buildings, Café Michelle beckons in the Lakefront marina. A sign gives you the lowdown: 2 hours maximum! Apart from that, you can't say you're not welcome. On this busy corner, it's a nice place to stop for an ice cream, a beer or a cocktail, facing the boats. Ice creams can also be taken away. This is a very pleasant place to stop at sunset, when the sky offers a pastel gradation of blue, yellow and red hues.

The Holiday Club, with its 1960s look, exudes a kitsch atmosphere, right down to the website. For over 20 years, the place has been known for its excellent cocktails. But the main attraction is the themed evenings, which draw people from all over the city. It's karaoke on Wednesday, comedy show on Thursday, 1980s on Friday and 1990s on Saturday night. Plus, they've got a pool table, video games, jukebox and photo booth to immortalize the evening! Holiday Club also serves food.

This old, untidy-looking street corner bar will deliver its cachet to whoever dares to push open its door. Take a seat in the diner-style banquettes or directly at the bar, where you'll gaze at some beautiful old bottles. The place is cosy and the cocktail bar lives up to its reputation in the neighborhood. Ludlow Liquors has a speakeasy feel to it, but the large, rootsy outdoor terrace and the tags in the bathroom sadly detract from the period postcard charm. Burgers are also available.

Straight out of a Prohibition movie, this beautiful, dark and authentic establishment is a Downtown institution; here, the bartenders themselves don't skimp on the 1920s look. A young and hip clientele comes here to enjoy excellent cocktails and fresh juices against the backdrop of live jazz played by talented musicians every weekday. If you can't decide which combination to choose, just tell the bartender which alcohol or flavor you prefer, he'll surprise you.

This speakeasy-style bar is one of our favorites in the neighborhood. After a secretly staged entrance, you'll arrive in a huge early ^20th-century house. Dotted with fireplaces, the large patio is pleasant and full of charm. To get the most out of the place, it's best to arrive before 10pm. Finally, to get out, it's up to you to find the secret access, different from the one by which you arrived. One last tip: follow No Vacancy on Facebook or Instagram to see several stars having their photo taken there.