Ugh I want to like this place soooo bad but my goodness, it's failed me TWICE now! But last night it had three strikes and we were OUT!
Last time I tried the place out, maybe a couple month ago.... I took my boyfriend there because we're both fans of speakeasyish bars. We went to The Roger Room in LA and were amazed so according to the reviews on Yelp, The Lady Silvia had potential! We loved that it's a hidden gem and the ambience is on point-- parlor furniture, bookshelves filled with all kinds of vintage and torn books, old movies playing, graffiti art on the ceiling, overall very tasteful decor!
First experience: It was a random Wednesday night, I had just gotten off work so it was like 1030ish. It wasn't busy at all.... I can't cut them any slack there haha. I'm in the service industry so I'm all about EXPERIENCE. Shortly after we sat down, cocktail waitress greeted us and just simply asked what we'd like. Not even a "hello, how are you, have you been here before" just a "do you know what you're having?" Ummmm no, we just sat down and haven't even looked at your menu... Sorry we're taking in the ambience? We were impressed until that very moment. Ruined it all. So we looked at the menu and made our decisions.... Maybe 15 minutes passed and she never came back. She was just gazing at her phone at the POS computer. We just got up and left, didn't even try a cocktail = and as we got up, she didn't even turn her pretty little head to notice or wish us a good night. FAIL! We went to the Velveteen Rabbit instead and were quite pleased.
Last night: Brought a girlfriend who had wanted to check it out for a while now and a girlfriend visiting from AZ... I put the past experience behind me and decided to give them another shot because I really want to like the spot! Plus, I knew they'd appreciate the trendy speakeasy idea of the bar. We sat down in the lounge, browsed at the menu, Â made up our minds on drinks and just waited to be served haha. Shocker. A gentlemen noticed we hadn't been helped and sent a waitress over-- wish HE could've taken care of us! She came over and just starred at us.... "Hi, sorry about the wait, what can I get started for you" is that so hard to spit out? It's beyond me. So we ordered. She brought back my friends' drink but she let me know they were out of the earl grey tea to make myyy drink. Okay, strike II.... But shouldn't you know what you're 86'd so when a guest orders that you can let them know right then and there so you can suggest something else? Ugh it was just another setback to add to their list!! And finally, she of course never came back to check on us. Another round? Waters? Ladies alright? Nada. I had to ask the same guy who first noticed us for the check. Strike III and we're out. She obviously didn't want a tip, so I just left 10%.... Which was more than she deserved! I hate tipping 10% because I hate receiving 10%!!!!!! But I also cannot stand servers who think they should receive at least 20% when they don't even work for it. My receipt says my server's name: Jaime.... I wouldn't know because she didn't introduce herself.
We went to Velveteen Rabbit after this horrible Lady Silvia experience.... Again. Maybe they should hire PERSONABLE people who care to make their guests' experience! It's not my fault you may not like your job or working period, but don't ruin it for other people though. It really isn't that hard.
I can't say I'd recommend this place. If anything, I'd tell people NOT to bother. I hope they get their shit together soon because it has potential, just needs LOTS of attention on details that go a long way.
1 star for the secret spot, nailed the speakeasy part. 2 stars for the ambience. I think I gave those generously too =[
This place is cool. Sure, they try REALLY hard to be cool (Willow on loop? Come on), but at the end of the day their hard work pays off. To find the place, simply look for the 140 150 above the doors to the right of the salon. I'm a bit older now, so I look for a bar with some atmosphere and the ability to have a convo. If I want to go to a club, I will. I don't need a DJ playing garbage on volume 12 while I try to end the week with a cocktail. That rant aside, the place is decorated with bookshelves lining the walls (I didn't check to see of the books were real) and comfy victorian looking furniture strewn about. The drinks will run you $10+, but they are larger than your average cocktail lounge drink (compare it to Velveteen & DCL) and will get you nice and toasty. All it takes is a minute of silence from your convo, a sip of your drink and a glance around the room before you find yourself saying 'I like this place'.
Review Source:Cute place. The ambiance is really fun and different. I love the chandeliers, the funky chairs, the old movies playing in the background. It's a refreshing change of pace from the usual. And I love that the music is soft enough that you can still hear your conversation.
The drinks are good and not unreasonably priced.
It can be a bit hard to find, but I suppose that adds to the speakeasy charm. I definitely commend them for having ample free parking (which can be rare downtown).
This is among the coolest and most unique bars I've visited in Las Vegas. Located in the trendy downtown district, this bar has no signage. While some people might find this annoying, I enjoyed having to seek out this speakeasy.
The inside is beautiful, with plenty of bar seating and a lounge area that looks like a library. Televisions display black and white films on mute while music plays, creating a different type of audio/visual experience.
The drinks were reasonably priced and the bartenders were knowledgeable and poured with a heavy hand. After a couple delicious drinks, I felt good and still had money left over in my wallet. What more could you want from a bar?
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the Lady Silvia and will definitely be back for more adult beverages. If you are in Las Vegas and haven't been here before, I highly suggest checking out this watering hole. You won't be disappointed.
I had heard good things about this place and was really excited to check it out. Unfortunately, I was rather unimpressed when I did.
For starters, I think the first rule of Fight Club should apply to speakeasy identity: if you're a speakeasy you don't advertise yourself as a speakeasy. Regardless, I think the second rule of being a speakeasy is that you should make good cocktails. My group ordered a variety of drinks off their cocktail menu and they were all sickeningly sweet. Not that there can't be a sweet drink or two on the list, but the saccharine shouldn't be uniform.
The space has a ton of potential but, as of my visit (which was admittedly some months ago), the decor/ambiance was in a bit of a speakeasy identity crisis. It's a beautiful building and room, but I found the hippy art, the TVs with sports, and the acoustic  singer-songwriter performing to be a bit incongruous. Seriously, who books an acoustic singer-songwriter to play a speakeasy? And somehow the acoustic singer-songwriter was so loud that it was difficult to chat over a cocktail. Also, the waitress botched my drink order. These things happen and I wouldn't ordinarily complain about getting served the wrong drink, but I'm convinced that she was unable to do her job because she couldn't hear customers over the damn acoustic singer-songwriter.
After we left this place we had a much better all-around experience at The Downtown.
LOVE THIS PLACE! And people...it's a SPEAKEASY, it's supposed to be difficult to find. That's the whole point. When I was in Chicago a while back we went to find a speakeasy and it probably took us 45 minutes, we passed it twice. It's part of the experience and culture. There's not supposed to be a neon sign out front.
Sorry for the rant. The whole atmosphere is eccentric, classic and welcoming all at the same time. They have amazing drinks and the furniture is so eclectic. We venture down to TLS after work some days and it's a nice place to unwind. There is a cool pop-up art gallery next to it that has some really interesting pieces. TLS also has a lot of live entertainment and events. You can find them on their facebook page. All in all, I love this place. Everything about it is perfect.
It was pretty slow on the night we went in with a couple friends, with no band and lots of seats available. Apparently the bartenders could tell that we weren't locals or regulars 'cuz it literally took forever to get service to order some drinks. The atmosphere is very laid back and I like the decor, but they need to work on welcoming new folks.
Review Source:Kinda spooky and creepy in here! Â This place is a little odd! Â When you finally see the suite no. and you open the door, it's like your going into a haunted house, and you want to turn around and leave! Â The walls in the hall way are painted black, but it's kind of old looking! Â Then when you open the doors to Lady Silvia, it's also dark, walls are black, the bar stands out! Â (Don't even go there) Â They have there walls covered in a built in book shelves! Â And books just kinda tossed about in there, not in any kind of order or neat! Â Some are laying down. Â And the seating! Â They have chairs, and like couches, all over the place. Â Like vintage couches, that seat 2 maybe 3 people! Â It's a very interesting place! Â The bartenders are very friendly! Â They also have happy hour! Â And they serve a couple of beers on tap! Â I like it, I will be back if I'm in the area.
Ohhhh, the bathrooms are cool! Â Black toilets, and a black sink! Â they have the mirror on another wall so your not hogging up the sink area!
Holy Crap! Came here for my first Yelp event and i was impressed! First off, had i known of about this place several months back when I worked in the downtown area; liquid lunches for sure! haha!
Cute little lounge inside condos (I believe its a condo high-rise?) corner of Hoover and 3rd street. Not easy to find but once you finally make your destination, it will all be worth it. This place is like sitting in a college library having drinks. Secluded from the everyday Vegas life, probably no chance of running into anyone you know, because not many know about this place. Great atmosphere, good crown-can't wait to go back.
Ok The Lady Silvia:
1. The brother bartenders are awesome.
...and pretty cute ;)
2. The atmosphere is really cool and i thought everything was reasonably priced.
the only thing that was kind of negative was that it is not marked well from the outside so it could be hard to find!! but that actually makes it kinda cool. locals only ;)
I will definitely come back to Lady Silvia!
The place is a little difficult to spot from the address. It is located next to Globe Salon at the base of the SoHo Lofts in the Arts District. There is short term street parking and a lot across from the place.
I was stoked to find another cool cocktail bar that came highly recommended by fellow cocktail enthusiasts .The doorman looked a little bored but I don't blame him it was 9:30pm on a Saturday night and the place was empty. I would have to most likely place the blame on Easter Weekend. We've never been ones to shy away from an empty space because sometimes that's when we've had our best experiences.
Not in this case. Bad start. The bartender SHOOK an Old Fashioned. Sorry but that's just a big fat NO NO. Bitter water is basically what he served. We also ordered a cocktail with Chartreuse in it. It was nice. Well anything with Chartreuse is fine with me!!
The space had the makings of a fine speakeasy. But it just felt half done or just not cared for. I just don't understand Vegas with their cocktails and the use of crappy ice. I don't order a cocktail for the water content .There is a beautiful red cabinet by the bar and its practically empty with the exception of 4 wine bottles. What a waste of space with classic furnishings!
I can see the venue as being good for group outings with the comfortable barcaloungers and library decor. Doesn't seem like there was food served as a couple of patrons brought in some pizza. It feels like a gentlemen's cigar lounge minus the 70 year old men smoking the cigars.  But I recommend you stick to beer for now. If this establishment wants to stand out for anything more, they'll need to better train their bartender at least on the classics! I expect that from a chain restaurant  or a "divey" irish bar (although I've met many an irish bartender who knows their stuff) especially if you're going to charge "cocktail bar" prices.
This is yet another place I really wanted to like but just felt it was open for the sake of being open. The place was lacking soul.
Unfortunately, in my opinion. Lady Silvia will need to go back to finishing school.
I don't understand this place. Â It's not a bad place, don't get me wrong. Â It's just impossible to find. Â Met some business partners here and it took me forever to find. Â There's no sign outside and it's located in a place you wouldn't generally think a bar would be. Â
The set up inside is interesting as well. Â Small little bar with a couple of flat screen TVs, the walls are decorated like a quaint little library with some chairs in the middle. Â Price range is reasonable, this place has a feel like a members only bar and outsiders are not welcome.
Getting in the front door was a cinch as someone in our group had been here before...although I wasn't paying attention at all so next time might be a little more difficult.
I'm not into sacrificing my retirement for a for a drink so I stuck to beer.  Prohibition ended 80 years ago.  I don't understand the whole speakeasy crazy drink prices thing.  Stella is the only thing on tap, which is fine by me.  They also pour it in Stella's  famous chalice glass which makes me feel all swanky inside.  I fully expected this to be $9 or $10 but it came in at $6.  I think $6 is my don't Whine-About-The-Price-Of-A-Beer thresh hold so that was nice.  The bartender said they'd have a few more things on tap coming soon.
We showed up around 9 on a First Friday and it was relatively quiet. Â By the time we left is was pretty packed. Â Out group gathered around a small table and seated ourselves on an eclectic assembly of little stools etc. Â The decor described in other reviews is pretty interesting and felt sort of European. Â I repeatedly found myself wanting to read the books but I guess that would have been a little anti social...maybe next time I'll come by myself and nerd out,
Overall this is a nice place to start off the night, I'll be back.
We were trying to find parking for First Friday and found this lot across the street that the owner of Lady Sylvia was guarding. He told he'd let us park there for free (and not be towed) if we visited his bar, The Lady Silvia, for a couple of drinks. We figured, why the hell not?
There's no sign outside to indicate that there's a bar here at all, making it low-key, old-style hipster, and almost "exclusive." We had a pleasant surprise after walking through the doors. There's a short hallway leading to the bar. To the left of the hallway, there's the bathrooms (and they're clean too!) and to the right, there's an large-room art gallery. Definitely got us in the mood for First Friday! Kind of lends to the character of the place.
Inside this lady, my date and I felt certainly under-dressed. Everyone was done up with club dresses and suits. Low lighting and a loud band, this place was lively with a hint of intimacy. There's a small bar and then there's a large lounge area with fancy plush chairs and tables. The walls are adorned with shelves full of books and some TVs playing an old black-and-white movie that nobody can hear. It all lends to the atmosphere of this place. Initially, I thought this place was swanky and cool. It certainly is. It's a hidden gem that I can imagine only a few people would know about. On the other hand, it's a bit gimmicky. I do like that it's nonsmoking though.
The drinks were definitely pricey! Rivaling strip prices even. Luckily, we were there during their Happy Hour (7 days/week, 5p-8p & Reverse Happy Hours: Tues-Wed-Thurs 11p-1a according to their site). $3 beers and reduced well drinks. I got a Moscow Mule and it tasted delicious for the first few sips and then I got an overpoweringly weird slam of ginger. Just ginger. Needed to mix it more. Their appletini was delicious. Their Cherry Collins was nicely crafted. Felt fancy.
A caveat though: my date and I were definitely the youngest people there. Everyone there was late twenties and up. Nothing wrong with that...just not really our scene yet. Would have been been nice to have a good mixture of ages instead. Kind of awkward. We got quite a few stares from people around us. I came here again with a group of girlfriends for their PUSH Thursdays event and needless to say, we were still the youngest there. You might not be bothered by that and still have a great time! Â
The gambling machines at the bar made no sense. Kind of a WTF were they thinking putting this in. I mean, you've got the perfect original, speakeasy atmosphere going on and the well-dressed crowd, and you're going to have awkward thing at my seat at the bar? Hell, you could go to some Vons or a CVS to gamble. And it's much closer to home. Save that for the strip.
This is definitely a fun place for friends to come hang out at, maybe not to meet people though. People mainly kept to themselves like a clique out of the few times I went. Owner and service is awesome. Liked the fact that the restroom is clean too. It's a great, fun bar downtown with a nice concept. Worth a visit if you're in the area.
Very disappointing... And here is why...
1) $16 cab ride from Encore, which is already on the north end of the strip
2) neighborhood itself is very seedy and impossible to get a cab AFTERWARDS. Ended up going to a gas station and a local pizza delivery guy gave us a ride. (Note: order from Prima Pizza!!)
3) bartenders and cocktail waitresses were both yawning multiple times! It was only midnight. Not a great tone to set for patrons.
4) I asked for a Moscow Mule and they were 'out of' ginger beer. What kind of speakeasy doesn't have ginger beer.
5) I settled for their 'House Speciality' drink the 'Expressionist', which was okay, but the bartender didn't even know the ingredients so she had a reference her cheat sheet. Lame.
6) I asked for a Kir Royal for my wife. A very basic and simple drink but bartender said she didn't know what it was and made no effort to ask.
7) $14 per drink for all of the above is a joke.
Ended up costing $16+$31+7 (tip for pizza guy)= $53 for two mediocre cocktails.
Won't be back.
This is an interesting little bar in the bottom of Soho lofts. Finding it is a little challenging; I'll save you some time and tell you the entrance is next to Globe Salon. Â Once inside you'll find an interesting decor that has a decidedly artsy feel to it.
They have a menu of specialty cocktails and we all tried something different. None of us got what we were expecting from the menu; some of us were happier, some of us went back to the bar to order something simpler. If you are feeling adventurous, I'd say that their cocktail menu is for  you, but I'd describe the things we tried as a "reimagining" rather than a "twist" on traditional drinks.
We really liked the variety of different seating arrangements; whether you want a seat at the bar or a table for groups, there are options. The couches are clearly the choice seats, but there didn't seem to be a bad seat in the house.
As mentioned in other reviews, there is no smoking in the bar. Given how cloudy Las Vegas bars can be, this (if nothing else) is a great reason to go to Lady Sylvia.
This place is definitely a hidden speak-easy type bar.
Which is already a plus for me.
Walking inside there are bookshelves and different types of couches and chairs. I really loved the area it was in and the total experience that the bar offers. I definitely did not feel like I was in Vegas.
The happy hour is from 5-8pm and they offer 1/2 off cocktails and wine = about 5-6 dollars, as well as a discounted price on drafts (i can't remember).
First off-- I have to say that their cocktails are amazing and extremely strong. THAT being said you can def start having a good time without breaking the bank.
There was also live acoustic music that was playing in the background and I must say that it wasn't overbearingly loud like some bars I've been to with live music. The acoustic was much appreciated but it would definitely set the tone if there was a jazz band or something playing like a scene from the 20's.
The Lady Silvia  offers craft cocktails in a neat speakeasy-like environment.  No external signage or obvious entry markings make it a cool experience to find during your first visit, while the assorted furniture and no smoking make for a relaxing spot to enjoy drinks and conversation.
It seems like many past reviews commented on the high price of drinks. Â During my visit last night, the cocktail menu had signature, seasonal, and craft cocktail sections. Â I forget which is which, but pricing for each section was $10, $11 or $12. Â And there is happy hour! Â It goes from opening till 8:00pm, and cocktails are only $6!
I only had a Manhattan and one of their seasonal cocktails, a gin based drink with apricot flavoring and some other fixings that I don't remember. Â Both were well made, and has me looking forward to trying out more of the menu. Â Good drinks and a cool atmosphere make this a cocktail lounge you need to check out.
I've been to The Lady Silvia three times now. Â I want to like it more and give out 5 stars, but 4 sits just perfect with my conscious.
The Lady Silvia probably has the coolest interior of any Vegas bar. Â In fact they take it as far as they can without pushing over-the-top for trying way too hard.
The Lady Silvia is certainly not a hipster bar as some have suggested.  They do things too well here for the hipster to love on it.  The clientele is not comprised of hipsters.  The drinks & the prices do not speak  to the hipster.  Having said my peace  there I can now continue to review...
The drinks are one of the areas that prevent The Lady Silvia from attaining 5 stars. Â There are several solid classic cocktails, as well as a few original creations that are enjoyable. Â The drinks just fall a little short...lacking balance and proper execution generally speaking. Â The prices have dropped from when I first came in though--the house crafted drinks going for $10 or $11 as opposed to $15. Â
The bartenders also earn the 4 star mark...better than the average bar tender, but not the exceptional mixologist that I would expect upon entering into The Lady Silvia.
The Lady Silvia also has a wide array of events and weekly alterations to their normal business flow. Â This is not good or bad in and of itself. Â I am not into their attempt to be a sports bar during football nights, but others appreciate it I'm sure.
They also offer some CLASSIC Spanish style tapas for a couple of bucks. Â They make for some nice snacks while you drink.
For me the hero is the ambiance and atmosphere. Â And I will return again for that. Â The Lady Silvia is a perfect place to come with a group of 4 - 6 friends who want to relax, enjoy some conversation on some uber cool couches, and have some good drinks....the pictures do not begin to do justice to the decor inside.
The Lady Silvia also lacks any sign. Â I like this. Â You have to find it to enjoy it though. Â Enter on Hoover between the Globe Salon and the Gallery of Contemporary Art.
Love this place... Great house cocktails and atmosphere. Â They can do all the classics also, but their specialty drinks are fantastic. Â The keg-erator of Stella Artois and proper matching glasses can't be ignored also.
I love the interior design of The Lady Silvia, it's like a dark library but very lively. Â
Definitely worth your effort to find this place. Â It's unmarked from the outside, which is very cool.
Hidden away in the Soho Lofts building in downtown Vegas, is one of the top lounge bars in Vegas. Â
The space is brilliantly arranged--intimately lit and decorated with comfy, stylish couches. Â It's also set up like a private library with shelves of books climbing to the ceiling. Â The ceiling is covered in what looks like subway tunnel graffiti. Â Flat-screen televisions behind the bar usually show sports and flat-screen televisions in the book shelves show black and white movies (often a classic version of Hamlet). Â It's a mosaic of punk and Victorian decoration styles and I'm a big fan.
Like most lounge bars today, the drink menu is based on mixologist creations. Â Lots of clever, tasty mixed drinks. Â People I've brought there rave about the mixed drinks. Â I'm more of a straight bourbon and beer fella, so I'll speak to that. Â There's a decent whiskey selection (not outstanding, but plenty of tasty options) and Stella is on tap. Â They do a nice pour on the whiskey. Â The seating is comfy. Â And the folks you'll meet at the bar are interesting. Â That's a nice hang out spot.
Last night we came to The Lady Silvia after pregaming at my friends loft in Soho. Â
There's a bouncer at the front entrance carding you. Â When you walk through the hallway into the actual bar, you are transformed to an English-Prague type establishment. Â The black and white checkerboard floor puts a nice touch to the ambiance. Â The lighting is dim and intimate and the overall feel is super chill. Â The staff was nice and there was a lot of space. Â Definitely a lounge worth revisiting :-)
I really, really want to LOVE this place. It has a hidden location, cool furniture arranged perfectly for chatting and snacking, books everywhere, and just a cool, library decor. But it's...confused. The bar itself was beautiful and kind of glamorous, as was the lighting. It had a classy feel to it, but then they had sports on the TVs? WHY? First of all, you don't need a TV! And if you do, play old movies or something a little unusual. But this is NOT a sports bar. Then the ceiling, which could have been elegant, had graffiti on it. Huh. I like graffiti, it just didn't fit. And the music was kind of hip-hoppish.
I like this place, I just wish they'd pick a theme and go with it.
Aside from all that, the drinks were wonderful. There were many unique drinks to choose from, and all four of us in our party were happy with their selections. People who are complaining about the prices...get over it. You're in a cocktail bar in Vegas...expect to pay at least $12 for a drink. You can always stay home with your Coors Light, you know.
I think I'll come back when they are playing Jazz...it seems like that would create more of a whole package!
The bar itself is visually pleasing. The old bookcase theme is clever. The random chairs and black/white floor sets off a hipster vibe like no other. The bar serves food and boasts a "No Smoking" policy, which I am totally down with.
Drinks though, as others have noted, are pricey. These are prices I would expect to pay on the strip, not in some random lofts next to a beauty salon downtown. Downtown is known for having these great bars with great drinks prices - so that is where Lady Sylvia is lacking.
While there during happy hour ($6 wines/$3 beers/lower well drink prices) my friends and I partook of their wine. I happened to have the Rock N Roll Wine which they are offering at $3 a glass during the month of August. My friends had wine as well. I decided, what the hell, I'll try one of the cocktails (the $12 ones, NOT the $14 ones, are you freaking kidding me? I can get better mixed drinks than these at Comme Ca during their happy hour for LESS!). I had the 18b, a very nice concoction featuring blueberry vodka. I will admit, Kenny, the bartender, knows how to mix it up well.
The food - while we were there they were serving up tapas (called something else with a "p", but basically - tapas). They basically placed them all on a side of the bar and it was buffet style. Go up, get what you want and then tell the bartender what you had. Honesty policy pretty much. I had two tapas - don't remember their names, but they were pretty good. But they were all served on slices of thick, toasted bread. I like that they serve food - I just don't like the way they do it. None of the tapas were noted as to what they actually were. I picked up something I thought was seafood, but when I bit into it, it was definitely potatoes. The food is yes, a great idea, I think they just need to work on how they DO IT.
Last but not least a few minor flaws - the gaming machines on the bar - why? While I was there not one person was gaming, not one. Young, hipster Las Vegans do not go Downtown to gamble. Lose the machines and the bar would be much better. And lastly - while my friends and I were there a couple came in the bar and brought in two dogs. The woman actually sat at the bar and held the dog in her lap. I mean, it was a serious WTF moment for me. Who brings dogs into a bar? What kind of bar (especially one that serves food) allows people to bring in their dogs? And no, these dogs were not seeing-eye dogs. THAT is one of the reasons I dropped this place a whole star. Without the dog fiasco it probably would have been 4.
So - visually pleasing, decent drinks (yet, again, pricey) a good bartender - in all honesty, had a decent time. Would I go back? Probably during happy hour. Would I be back on say, a Saturday night? Nah. I'll go to Vanguard and Downtown Cocktail Lounge for that.
In town for a congress and not a fan of Vegas my friends stole me away from the strip for dinner, a happy hour drink and some jazz. We got to The Lady Silvia and it reminded me of a done up Mega-version of LA's Library Bar.
The decor was fancy-cheeseball. Gaudy nuveau-riche furniture and chandeliers, trying so hard to look expensive but you can tell its cheap furniture and decor. Done up Vegas style.
The jazz band was great, it made the uppity, snooty bar feel a lot less pretentious, more mellow and relaxed.
One star because the service was despicable. Two washed up ex-sorority sisters working the bar (a blonde and a brunette with fake boobs and melting cakey make-up two shades too dark) were being really snooty about the free drinks promotion and refused to give me and my girl friend the free drinks that were being given out FREE to EVERYONE as a promotion. WTF!!! The funny thing is, that as a social experiment, we sent my friend's boyfriend to ask for the drink and they just gave it to him no problem and no questions asked. Really?
Thank God for Yelp! And for cathartic ONE star reviews post shitty experiences!
Suck it ladies!- (and I call them ladies cause I don't want to use the "B" word, though I was tempted, with the immature treatment and terrible customer service received, after I had bought three drinks AND tipped)! Wish I could have gotten my tip back!
Oh well, at least I can leave this tip on Yelp for future Vegas visitors looking for a possible bar. Avoid this one. It thinks itself high and mighty and it's really just sad how hard it tries!
The Good:
- location is cool, in the Soho lofts downtown, unmarked building, which reminds me of the cool lounges/underground bars in NYC.
-decor resembles an old library.  Kind of reminds me of  Disneyland's popular "dark rides,  old vintage furniture gives Las Vegans something different.
-bathrooms are clean which says a lot for a downtown spot. No nasty pee puddles or clogged up toilets.
-music is good. Â lounge house music and sometimes a good DJ spinning. Â
The Bad:
-overall, wasn't that impressed. Â Went with a group after a concert once. Â We stayed for one drink and great convo, but I've had a better time at the Artifice. My next visit was with a date. Â Anywhere he and I go is sexy with a capital "S" but this place just wasn't for us. Â Again, stayed for one drink and we were out.
-seriously, where's the eye candy? Â Not here. Â Hey, even if I'm on a date, I like to see some cuties (men and women included).
- the drinks sucked and are just as pricey as the Strip. Â If I wanted to pay $12 for a cocktail, I would have gone to the Cosmopolitan. Â
-MEH, what the heck has everyone been ranting and raving about? Â I don't get it.
I may try this place one more time, but 3 strikes and you're out, My Lady!!
So after a while of circling the building a few times, a regular patron came to save us and show us the way in. The way the doors looked I thought it was a hallway into the building and not a suite. It is rather dark inside so it doesn't really tip you off to anything there. If you're a poor soul with bad direction - look for the Globe Salon. Now to the right of it are doors with a big 140 / 150 and there you go.
Once you are in you find yourself a dark, romantic, swank little nook. The BF and I ordered The Expressionist and the Goldie. The Expressionist sounded good to us with a Irish Whiskey base, but it was a bit heavy on the orange bitters that overpowered anything else. The Goldie was pretty tasty though. I'm not normally a creamy cocktail type of gal, but lately that expresso creaminess sounds so nice.
. $33 w/tip to have one drink each is steep. If it was exceptionally mixed and innovative then I wouldn't have problems with paying that, but the Expressionist only had a face of orange and not the wave of flavors we hoped.
We were there within Happy Hour time, but we were charge regular price as well I realized....good thing I handed over a groupon I had. Still, if it's 15 minutes before the hour ends, it's still happy so that was a bit sucky.
It's a nice place to have a drink with a date, but I don't see myself going here a lot since it's a ways from other things. Maybe for a Midnight Snack pop up restaurant event I will give this place another go.
First, I need to say that if your grip is with not being able to find the place, then maybe you should not come here.
This place is fantastic. I love the ambiance, the hidden location, the cocktails. There are so many things I love about The Lady Silvia. If I was to create a bar/cocktail lounge, this would certainly be a template. I love that it is one of a select few non smoking bars in the area. I really dig the feel of a mansion library and the antique, yet comfortable furniture. It's only a fireplace and a few ghouls away from becoming the Haunted Mansion at Disney Land.
Again, yes it's hard to find. However, it is well worth every effort you may put forth. Their parking lot (to the north, just across the street) is dirt so keep that in mind.
The cocktail list is excellent, featuring signature, twisted and seasonal selections. Beer options are 6$, with a nice list of white and red wines. Bottle service is also available at 200$.
I also feel that after reading other Yelp reviews, a word should be said about the service. On a reasonably busy Saturday night, we were greeted promptly, and exceptionally. The service may not be as fast as you are you used to at your normal watering hole, but these are craft cocktails, people. Relax, enjoy the atmosphere and wait a minute for your drink.
Hours are S-T 3:00pm-2:00am, F-S 3:00pm - 3:00am. Let's keep this place around.
Wait, am I in Las Vegas? That is what I kept asking myself, but then I would glance down at the inactive video poker screen. Yep, I am in Vegas. Phew, because I like Vegas, but I don't like smokey, video poker bars, and Lady Silvia is the arch nemesis of such establishments.
First, it's hidden, so showing up here you feel as if you're slipping behind the looking glass or being invited into a secret members only club (you don't have to wear the jacket).
Second, it's smoke-free!
Third, the furniture is beautiful. Sadly, all of the fashionable couches and tables were reserved on a Friday night, but I am sure on a weeknight, you can have your pick. Surrounding the furniture is a hip library.
Fourth, the music is fun. Although, I was convinced they were playing Men In Black, only to realize in noisy environments it's hard to distinguish the original tune form Will's rendition. Phew. That was a close call.
Fifth, the cocktails are good, but as has been noted, expensive. $14 for a specialty cocktail, which is the same price as many Strip establishments. But, they were handing at Stella Artois like candy (free) for some promotion, including a Facebook check-in. (I want hold not having a Yelp check-in offer against them...) I think promotions like this are common, so maybe it balances out if you're open to drinking beer.
Sixth, there is a new art gallery on your way in, Amanda Harris Gallery, so we got a bonus art show.
Seventh, I think you'll like it.
You probably won't find this place the first time you look for it, because there's no sign and it's set back a bit into the building. Â But just find Globe Salon and it's right next door. Â Yeah, just go into that dark creepy hallway, you're almost there....
I love the decor and the smoke-free environment here! and..... it's pretty close to my house?
Sorry, I run out of good things pretty quickly. Â This place has a lot of potential, but has two major downfalls - super overpriced drinks and crazy slow service. Â The drinks were pretty tasty, but for $12-14 at a small, off-strip location, I would like to be blown away with deliciousness. Â (compare to $8-11 for as good or better drinks at DCR or Vanguard). Â If money is no object, they have a very impressive selection of original and classic cocktails. Â
The bathrooms are located outside the actual bar, in that dark hallway as you come in, just FYI.
I'll be happy to come back when I have plenty of time and someone is buying me drinks. Â The couches are not only gorgeous, but super comfortable. It's a place you'd like to stay and have an intimate chat or good for a bigger group (just don't move the furniture!)
I think this place is still finding it's way a bit, so I'm optimistic for the future. After spending a hour in a smoky bar this past weekend leaving smelling like an ashtray, it really makes me appreciate places that are smoke-free.
The Lady Silvia is a very mysterious lady indeed. You can walk on by and not even notice her. There are no signs or advertisements in the area to indicate she exists. It's a modern day speakeasy nestled near Resnicks when you look through the glass door it looks like an empty office space. Walk straight and push open the door that resembles a wall panel.
When you walk in it looks like a library with vintage accents. The ceiling is decorated with graffiti. The drinks run about $12.00 to $14.00 dollars each. I had a Cherry Collins it tasted decent. I've never had a drink sprinkled with pepper before ...it was different. Â I like the atmosphere because the music isn't too loud and you can carry on a conversation over it. Whatever you do don't move the furniture around they are sensitive about that. The chairs are unique and look cool so I don't blame them.
It's a perfect place to have drinks with friends because it's in a intimate space. The location downtown is low key and the there is perfect parking across the street.
This is a Hipster Bar that goes out of it's way to be a hipster bar.
I get it you don't have a sign, you're too cool for a sign, but guess what, it's almost impossible to find you without a sign, it's even harder when you're in the lobby of a loft building.
The library feel of the place was nice and the staff was ok, but other than that I can honestly say I don't get why people like this place. It's and average bar, in a somewhat crappy location, that goes out of it's way to not be "found".
And if a group of more than 5 want's to go in the place forget about it, there were 4 people (including 2 employees) in the place when our group arrived, when we tried to move a chair you would have thought we were knocking down a load bearing wall, it's chair, get over yourselves. So unless you want to sit sprawled across 3 living rooms worth of furniture that is not really arranged in any practical fashion while straining to hear what people on the other side of the group are saying, you're better off going somewhere more group friendly.
They always say To Each Is Own, but I guess to me it's not The Lady Silvia
So cool you can't even find it.
I've been here a couple times. The second time, I couldn't remember where I was going... Luckily, my recollection of the location got a little better and I will continue to return for my usual crown & 7.
DECOR: This place screams speakeasy!! But I'm going to assume they have a liquor license and you don't need a secret password to get in. The Prohibition era concept was perfectly executed here. The walls are lined with antique'd books. And there are a bunch of cozy chairs and couches so you can take a seat and hang with friends.
MUSIC: Both times, they played house music.
EVENTS: I was first introduced to the Lady Sylvia at the MetroArts Ermelinda Manos fashion show. They opened up into the space/gallery next door. Runway and all. Generally well-dressed people, strong drinks, good company.
This place has a certain appeal you cant find anywhere else in Las Vegas. If you're looking for an off-beat date to have a drink or you're just bored of the rest of the town, check this place out! Oh, and if you're hungry. Feel free to order in. They don't have a problem with outside food since they don't serve any!
Even with GPS, this is still a place that even guys have to ask for directions to navigate to. But it is a nice lounge close to downtown to hang out at, away from the usual tourists hot spots and drunk cigerette smoking drink spillin' people . The only thing to really keep in mind is that no food is serve here, so eat before coming here or pick up something from the grocery store a few doors down or order some pizza and have it delivered.
And DO NOT rearrange the furniture!
Extra star for no smoking!
Definitely a fan of the mystery behind The Lady Silvia. This place gives a lot of folks a run for their money on finding the door, oh and then the next door, and then, voila, you're in!
Have been in to see the Lady a few times since she's been working the corner of Hoover and LVB, and I must say, I continue to be happy with the service, the quality of the cocktails, the ambiance, just all around a great place to kick back for the evening. Music here is eclectic and seems to work in providing a fun yet mellow vibe.
As a few others have noted, there's zero food items served here, but the cocktail extraordinaire working the bar told us they can order in food for us, or we can grab something from the grocery near by and bring it in with us. Good to know, not that I need food with my cocktails, but you might want something to nibble on as the night progresses.
I'm sure to be coming back here, likely much sooner than later. Hope to keep getting good vibes and great drinks from The Lady.
PS - This place is a non-smoking establishment, so YAHOO to that! It'd be 6 stars for me, just on that alone!
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