Rock Stop #6 - Cabo Wabo Cantina - Las Vegas, NV

Mas tequila! That's what Sammy Hagar says, so you better take his advice at his Mexican influenced Cabo Wabo Cantina located in the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort. With a patio facing all the action on the Vegas Strip and ample seating inside, the Cantina is a great place to grab a margarita (or two...or three!).



It was a bit chilly when The Arbz visited, so we chose to sit inside and take in the action of the live cover band (Fridays and Saturdays showcase live bands, while there is karaoke on Sundays. Tequila + Karaoke = good times!). Our waiter was awesome - unfortunately, neither of us can remember his name, but he reminded us of Matthew Lillard, so that's what we decided to call him. Cabo Wabo has a fun, inviting atmosphere - it's casual and comfortable, which is just the way Sammy Hagar would want it. If you prefer to rock out and just chill instead of grab drinks in a sweaty, crowded club, Cabo Wabo is a great option. Now, let's move on to what really matters at Cabo Wabo Cantina - the drinks!


There's a great variety of Cabo Wabo specialty cocktails, including the Waborita and Cactus Pear Margarita. I first tried the Waborita, which is Cabo Wabo Blanco Tequila (Sammy's tequila), Cointreau, Grand Marnier and fresh lime juice. It was very tasty, but I have slight allergies to some fruit juices, so the fresh lime juice was not the best addition for me. We also tried the Cactus Pear Margarita (shown below), which was a better fit for me. The mix of Cabo Wabo Blanco Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh Cactus Pear Puree, Monin Desert Pear Syrup and fresh lemon and lime juices made it a super sweet concoction.


Naturally, we got delicious dishes to go with our intense margaritas - the three taco plate for both of us. The menu includes a great variety of  Mexican and Tex-Mex inspired dishes that go well with the several specialty cocktails and beers. Don't feel like you're missing out on the fun if you can't stop by Cabo Wabo at night - there is a great Mariachi Brunch on Sundays from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Nothing says Vegas like a brunch that goes past normal lunch hours!

Cabo Wabo is not just a place for adults who want to have a few drinks and rock out. The daytime atmosphere is friendly enough for families to enjoy a meal and watch the sights on the Strip. Though I would recommend leaving the kiddies at home once the night festivities begin. With that much tequila around, there are bound to be quite a few R rated moments! Don't forget, you can always stop by the Cabo Wabo locations in Cabo San Lucas and Lake Tahoe if you're not Vegas bound. Regardless, it's a definite stop for any rock fan!



Cabo Wabo Cantina is located at 3663 Las Vegas Blvd. Las Vegas, NV. 89109

Rock Stop #2: Feelgoods Rock Bar & Grill - Las Vegas, NV

Rockstars + bars = good times!


Located about 20 minutes west of the Las Vegas Strip, Feelgoods Rock Bar & Grill is the creation of Motley Crue singer Vince Neil and Custom Chopper Builder, The Count of Count's Kustoms. Most people don't really stray from the Strip or downtown on their Vegas vacations, but this venture is worth it. Unlike The Rainbow, which has been around since the 70's and is seeping with rock history, Feelgoods is essentially brand new. Opened in 2009, the bar offers a full menu, full bar and live entertainment 4 nights a week, including Bike Night on Wednesdays, local bands on Thursday and the occasional national act on weekends.

Feelgoods has ample free parking in their lot (score!), but if you're planning on indulging, take a cab (tip: You can't hail a cab from the street in Vegas; you must call a cab company ahead of time, so be prepared with a list of numbers). The bar layout is pretty cool; the bar part is a bit secluded from the main area/music hall with windows giving a peek out to the stage so you can still see a bit if you're sitting at one of the high top tables in the bar area. The Arbz sat at the same table on each of our trips and had a great view of people watching and the giant TV over the bar that played nonstop rock and metal videos from the 80s, 90s and now.

One of The Arbz's favorite things about Feelgoods is the specialty drink menu. Not only do they have clever, Motley Crue related names, they are delicious.

I enjoyed the Sunset Strip and the Kickstart - absolutely delicious and about half the price of a drink on the Strip. They were sweet, but not too sweet and went great with the cheese pizza we got (yes, we always seem to get pizza).The Sunset Strip (pictured below) combines Absolut Mango, mango puree, a splash of 7-Up and sweet and sour, served over ice. Yes, delicious! The Kickstart is a tasty concoction with Absolut, Peach Schnapps, Midori, Red Bull with a splash of OJ and grenadine served over ice. Also, delicious!

Unlike the Rainbow, Feelgoods is not constantly swarming with rockstars, although Vince does make an appearance at his place every so often. Lucky for the Arbz, we happened to be at Feelgoods for Bike Night with Vince and the Count (and it was our last night in Vegas!). Vince was sneaking off to the VIP area, but The Arbz are a force to be reckoned with! You can't stop us!

Whether you're looking for a low key night, or you're ready to rock out, Feelgoods is a necessary stop on your Vegas itinerary. Leave the Strip for a night, and head out onto West Sahara to rock out with all the pretentiousness and attitude of clubs and bars on the Strip.

Feelgoods Rock Bar & Grill is located at 6750 West Sahara, Las Vegas, NV 89146