Mandarin Bar

The Wasabi peanuts will burn your nasal cavity to a small, pricey mass. And this is coming from someone who actually inhales wasabi w/ sushi.

But wow, what a view. And you will pay for that privilege.

No food. Really. Just go to Jaleo at the Cosmopolitan Hotel like we do.

This bar and the rest of the 23rd floor looks like a 21st Century version of the Nakatomi Building from Die Hard.

The 23rd floor is simply magnificent.

The two story glass windows allow you to look at the majestic video screens of the the Aria and Planet Hollywood, or the slumville of the Hawaiian Marketplace across the street.

Tip: Go at night. You won't see the slum located after the Harley-Davidson Cafe across the street. And you should seat yourself towards the Cosmopolitan-side once you walk in the door.

It's unbelievably beautiful, and I'm clearly meant to be living here on a regular basis.

If you want to be beautiful (and we were), come here. Get ready to charge up your Platinum Amex card and be served like the God/Goddess you always knew you were.

In all truthfulness, the GF really looked magnificent here. You will too.

This is a beautiful place, hidden away from the craziness of Las Vegas.  The staff could be friendly, but they are not.  Just ignore the staff and enjoy the view, the drinks and the quiet.

The Mandarin Bar is an oasis of refined elegance amidst the craziness of The Strip.  The setting is warm and relaxed with awesome views of the lights and excitement of The Strip.

Service is always flawless.  The cocktails are incredible-- well-balanced, interesting, and delicious.  A trio of bar snacks accompanies your cocktails.

I keep coming back again and again.