Agree with the reviews about the high end cocktails, but there were two bartenders this past Tuesday night who were so condescending that we almost left. Â Four of us sat at the bar for a drink before dinner (we are mid-30s to 40s) and we almost left before our drinks were served. Â The woman bartender tried to tell me I didn't know what a manhattan was (uh, yeah, I do) and the chubby bartender waited around for us to tell him how great his cocktail was. Â It was good -- not great. Â They explained to us they were "artisans" and make everything by hand, so "it might take a little longer" -- which it did. Â I don't need a lecture, I want my drink. Â Honestly, walk next door to the Hyde in the Bellagio -- nice people and an awesome view of the fountain show.
Review Source:Easily one of my favorite bars in Vegas. Not a biggest fan of the Cosmo (most of the time it's a 'can I get a water and hold the attitude?' kind of place for me) but this bar takes the cake. Their cocktail list is amazing and reasonably priced by Vegas standards. They have a great selection of liquors and can accommodate a lot of drinks that other places that refer to their bartenders as "mixologists" cannot. It is just off the lobby in the Cosmo so you get a lot of people passing through but there's almost always several seats available.
Review Source:I seriously love coming to this bar. Â It's our go to place when people want to fancy themselves some top notch drinks on the fly. Â VERY creative mixologist (the ones I've tried).
Our go to favorite is Old Fashions (yup we getting so old we ordering us some old fashions is right). Â
One particular bar tender that makes the most creative Old Fashioned drinks, hands down is Lily. Â If you watch her make drinks, you can see all the creativity and love she puts in those drinks. Â IF you are at the bar she will ask you what you normally drink, what things you are allergic to, if you like sweet drinks, etc, etc. Â She really puts her creative mind to work. Â When she is all done, she even tells you what she put in it so you can allow your taste buds to enjoy the different flavors. Â
You soooo do not guzzle it, you are to drink and love that creative drink back :) Â I'm a fan!
Order a drink that seems like someone actually cared about making you a drink.
Depending on your bartender this will be not only the best drink you've had in Vegas, but best bar experience as well. Â The people watching and gazing at the giant screensavers will fill your time.
There are a few douchey bartenders here. Â This is what unfortunately keeps this place from an easy four stars. This was a tough 4. If I got the dark haired lady every time then this place would get four to five stars easy-easy cause she is great.
So how about this:
Drinks - 5
Service/Bartenders - 3
Atmosphere - 5
Prices - 3
I'm a fan but on the line.
2.5 stars really, but it's not a 3.
As Public Enemy once said..."Don't Believe the Hype!"
I so wanted to love this place. Â It looked so cool from pictures and stories. Â However, what we discovered was that bar service was ridiculously slow and the barkeep seemed to care so little about us. Â He took our orders and mixed the drinks. Â They were delicious. Â At $13/ a drink, prices were reasonable. Â However, he had the personality of a haystack. Â No banter, no freindly genstures. Â Not even a retro-cool giving of greif like Chicago's Wiener Circle. Â Just business. Â Sorry, but when I'm paying for some mixology, I expect a littler banter. Â We went at 2 in the afternoon, so it wasn't like the guy was busy. Â
Basically super disappointing.
There are so many place in Vegas (both fancy and divey), sadly I don't think I'll be returning here.
4 STARS for quality and strength
3 STARS for value
Powerful but expensive drinks ($16-18!). You will get some more unique drink concoctions at Chandelier, but the prices are about the same.
The Aviation is like pure alcohol but still tastes good. My favorite was the blood and sand. I would come back but be prepared to throw down a good amount of change.
I was really excited to try this place during our trip to Vegas. Unfortunately, the drinks did not deliver. I usually love cocktails at mixology type places. But I thought the drinks here failed to get a balance between the alcoholic and non-alcoholic ingredients. I tasted straight up alcohol instead of a finely crafted mixed drink with the freshest ingredients. We did have a great service experience though. Our waiter took our order, but brought our drinks out like 20 minutes later. She confessed that she forgot about our drinks and our first round was on the house. That type of service is rarer each day now.
Review Source:This is by far one of my favorite bars in Vegas. Located in the lobby of the beautiful Cosmopolitan hotel, it's actually easy to miss, especially since it's always so busy around the registration counter which is just a stone's toss away. It's an open area so it looks kinda like a place you would lounge at if you were waiting to check in. There's so much seating: couches, chairs, and the stools at the bar. If you pass by it, you may not even realize how perfect they can execute a cocktail and that it's probably the best place to find a good one. One weekend nights, you'll find that it can get pretty busy.
Their house creations are amazing and unique. I've heard the menu changes seasonally, but I go there for my go-to drink: the Vesper martini. It's the smoothest martini I've ever had and it's just so tasty! Now the problem with the drink is that it changes depending on who makes it. I've had it made by four different people and there's only one bartender who makes it worth the wait and price: George. Not only does he make the drink the perfection it is, but he's also a good bartender. When it's not busy, or even when it's pretty steady, he'll take the time to get to know you and have a conversation with you. If you ever run into him, tip him well!!
My boyfriend has tried other drinks there and they're usually pretty good. He once ordered a White Russian, and even though I've never really liked that cocktail, this one was on point! I don't know if they use different methods of recipes or just top shelf alcohol but the drinks are just so good to not try.
If you're staying at the Cosmo, or just walking through, don't forget to stop by this little gem! And don't be surprised if you leave pretty buzzed...
Hands down Vesper Bar is the best bar in Las Vegas. The people watching at Vesper Bar is incredible. Highly recommend coming to Vesper Bar on a Monday night. Watching the ladies doing the two step shuffle from Marquee nightclub past Vesper to the parking is priceless. You will not experience anything like Vesper Bar outside of the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Resort in Las Vegas. Vesper Bar has plenty of available seating, include couches and bar stools. The cocktails selection and service at Vesper Bar is unbelievable. Vesper Bar also has Pappy Van Winkle my favorite bourbon. You don't find many bars that offer Pappy Van Winkle bourbon. Another crazy thing about Vesper Bar is watching all those working girls trying to solicit guys late at night. Some of the ladies have multiple customers. One gal even had four trips upstairs. That is so gross!! You won't see or experience any like what goes on at Vesper Bar anywhere else in the United States. Highly recommend spending time at Vesper Bar in the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Resort in Las Vegas.
Review Source:I've been to Vesper bar many, many times. Each time has been wonderful. This is a great bar to check out if you like classic cocktails executed perfectly, in the coolest casino on the Strip. Their house creations are also excellent. They change seasonally too, so you know you are getting the freshest ingredients possible. It is a bit more expensive than other bars in the casino but they are so worth it.
When I come here I never really look over the menu with detail, because I know that literally anything I order will be excellent. There are only a handful of places in town where that is the case. I've had many cocktails here, and everything has been really, really wonderful.
From the outside it looks like there is no privacy since it's on the casino floor, but I would suggest you head to the back where there are booths, it is much nicer there.
This place WAS one of my favorite bars on the strip. Â I'm beginning to think there is a management problem or the bar is suffering from extreme cut-backs. Â
I went here a week or two ago, and the entire experience was a headache, to say the least. Â I asked for my usual "dutch rose" and the bartender lectured me on how the menu changes all the time and that I shouldn't attach myself to one particular drink because, well... the menu changes all the time. Â My guest ordered a long island, and then the bartender tried to talk him out of ordering such a "common drink." Â Well, if you can't order a common drink, because the bartender wants you to try one of their creations, but then you come back because you fell in love with one of those creations (and then was told you could not have it), then what the hell do you order. Â So frustrating! Â Cosmopolitan - get it together. Â You're losing your loyal customers over silly preventable experiences... Oh, and the bartender was able to serve me the Dutch Rose, he just had to give me a hard time about it. Â
If I want an excellent mixed drink, I'll go downtown to the Laundry Room from now on. Â They have an excellent server who NEVER expires drinks off the menu. Â Why? Â Because she knows that those experiences are what brings people back!
The Cosmopolitan is a beautiful hotel! Â Hip, happening, lots of glam, but also full of posers and wannabes who really think they're something special. Â We went to Melanio's wedding at the Pop Up Chapel and decided to stop here for a drink.
This is a very beautiful space. Â No doubt about it. Â Nice cushy sofas and tables perfect for drinks and conversation. Â It's a good place to see and be seen. Â However, our bartender was not what I expected for a place that in all honesty, is pretty expensive.
We sat at the bar and it took a while for our portly, goateed bartender to approach. Â When he did, no "Hi," no "Welcome to the Vesper," just a half smile and a "what can I get for you." Â After I ordered, I watched him and maybe he had ADHD, but it did take him a while to make my dirty martini. Â When he brought it, totally missed the cocktail napkin and just placed it on the edge closest to him.
Amused, I kept watching him and though he may be a decent bartender, he sure needed some people skills. Â When the guy behind me explained to his two guests about the history of the Manhattan, instead of just letting the guy tell "his" story, tubby had to interrupt and CORRECT him and then walk away smugly. Â Is that what people come to this bar for, to be humiliated? Â Sure, maybe the guy got it wrong, but don't embarrass him in front of his guests. Â
So not impressed with my bartender. Â The others looked better personality wise, and when tubby went to grub, his replacement was much more into make the customer feel welcomed. Â So I gave another star for him. Â And when you're paying $17 for a martini, the service should be top notch all the time. Â
So the Vesper Bar, much like the character....very beautiful on the outside, but something totally different on the inside.
My brother and his wife were in town for her family mini reunion / cousons birthday. They wanted to meet up for a drink on the strip as they wanted to experience the strip and Vegas. For me as a local, Â there isn't many watering holes worth it, but Cosmo seems to do a good job with their beverage program. Â It was busy at Chandelier so we went back here.
I was intrigued by many drinks and as much as I wanted them all, I zeroed in onto their barrel aged beverages though as those are the most unique. This is one of the few bars that do this (Andres I believe does too). I got the 4 Year Itch which you buy by the ounce. in it is  Zaya 12 year Rum, Carpano Antica, Fernet Branca aged 16 weeks in Templeton bourbon barrels, which you buy by the ounce. I only got a little 3 ounce pour. You can definitely taste the bourbon barreling which was interesting indeed. They also had a Sauvignon Blanc barre aged Cosmopolitan as well.
We were a huge group and the BF and I were one of the first to order. He ordered the Macallan 1997 I believe.... they bought a cask of it from that time which is cool and different. There were a few other spirits they had this way, just the single barrel and not the labels finished and bottled product. Everyones drinks came and his was not there. I finished my drink and it was not there. Simplest drink forgotten but by the time we got a cocktail waitress attention, the BF and I had to go home to our dogs. There were only 2 servers I can see... for a full bar. It was so hard to get someone flagged down as I only got a small drink and was looking to get a cocktail as well if the BF could get his Macallan. When she came back, I just asked if we could please leave and cancel the Macallan.
I rarely can get the BF to venture to lounges on the strip on a weekend and heres another experience to justify why. Maybe at one point I will be back but it definitely will be with Yelpers as he doesn't want to come back. It sucks because the quality is there, just not the service.
Old fashioned flight por favor! Â I'm no mixologist and not a fan of fu-fu drinks...but this spot is an exception. Â
Being an avid whiskey and scotch drinker, notice I did not say connoisseur, I told myself that I can deal with drinking an old fashion. Â Lingo in the game is all over the place since I referred to old fashions more toward a type of vessel or container, but did hear of drinks yet not exposed to it before Vespered.
My beloved sister turned me on to this place while visiting from the Yay Area (Stand Up!). Â She claims that she got raved reviews from friends staying at the Cosmo, so we hit it up. Â Low and behold, the place was a hit.
Lily was the first to serve us, and serve us up she did. Â My sis asked her to create four concoctions of old fashioned drinks for her, her BF, myself and my lady. Â Boy were we surprised on what we got. Â Although, it took awhile for Lily to whip it up, the wait was well worth it.
I can't exactly recall, but remember that one of the drinks was made with Redemption Rye Whiskey and egg whites, the other was with Booker's and lemon/orange peels, another with straight dopeness and the last one made with fairy dust, idk, all I remember was that it was on hit! Â Please believe me!
Once it touches your lips (Frank the Tank Voice), it makes you wanna take miniature baby sips to savor every moment with it. Â The rounded cubes of ice keep em nice and chilled too. Â SMH...in a good way.
This place is by far one of my favorite joints. Â You can find it dead ahead when getting off the garage elevator, ain't no missing it, and an excellent place to get warmed up for the festivities that the Cosmo has to offer. Â
Enjoy!
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Let's start off with the good stuff. The atmosphere is wonderful. It's cozy, clean, and classy. It's also a good place to people watch (if you're in to that). The bartenders and servers are all really nice and friendly.
Unfortunately, the drink I ordered came with flat soda. Not even one bubble. It was a jack and coke...... Thought that was a full proof drink.
They were super nice when I told them about it and they remade the drink. Too bad that didn't save it. The remake was pretty much flat as well.
I guess I wouldn't have minded the flat soda if it didn't have a weird aftertaste. MMMMMM watered down whiskey... not cool.
My friend got some coconut drink (Thailand... something) and she said it was amazing. Maybe their specialty drinks are better than the classics.
I'm so glad to have stumbled upon Vesper Bar AND I'm thankful that one of the bartenders informed us of what this place was all about. Â Otherwise, I would have thought it was just another plush hotel bar with nothing unique to offer.
I like the location because it is right near the entrance of the hotel so there is both great people watching and it is easy to access, especially if you all all dressed up in high heels and want to keep the walking to a minimum. Â On the flip side though, my husband didn't like that it felt "transient" because it is right near the hotel check-in area. Â I thought it simply added to the people watching experience.
Now to the good stuff....they specialize in traditional (what I sometimes like to call old man drinks) but they put their own special twist on them making them palatable for the rest of us wimps. Â They also use a large variety of bitters, syrups, and other infusions that are all house made. Â On our first stop, I had the "the tiffany case" which was a bit stronger than I expected it to be and my husband had another drink that made him grow some extra hair down there but I can't remember the name of it. Â On our second visit, Â I had a "slow gin fizz" and my husband had a "one night in Bankok," both were especially tasty. Â Then, we noticed our bartender whipping up all sorts of interesting concoctions and asked him about what he was making. Â He said he was just making up things so we asked him to "make something up" for us. Â He made me a drink with basil, cucumber, ginger beer, habanero simple syrup, gin and other things I can't remember. Â Anyway, this drink was AMAZING! Â He made something else for my hubby that was equally as tasty.
This bar really is about true mixology and it seemed to me that all the bartenders were equally as experienced and passionate about making tasty beverages. Â In the words of the bartender serving us, "if you want a redbull and vodka, go somewhere else!" Â I think it is worth noting that all the bartenders we spoke to had been working there since it's opening in 2010. Â That speaks volumes about a business and what they are about. Â Vesper is FAR more than just an average hotel bar, don't let the location, size, or appearance fool you.
Don't come to this bar is you're just getting a beer or a simple well drink. No! You have to try the drinks they have on their menu!
Yes, it is pricey but it's so good. There are some things that are not on the menu but you can ask for them to make it for you and charge you a regular drink price ($14).
If you happen to be checking in and there's a long line, have your friend stand in line for you and you can go to this bar for some drinks. Atmosphere is classy-casual. Don't be intimidated by other customers - guys with blazers and gals in sequinned dresses. Vesper doesn't discriminate in service.
Tip well, because drinks are amazeballs.
This bar was a great, low key space to have a drink prior to getting dinner. The bartenders are quick to make the drink, but slow to take your order. Granted, the well-crafted (and unique) cocktail menu aren't easy to make.
I enjoyed a Fear and Loathing; a fruity-ish take on a classic drink.
I'd definitely stop here first if you're dressed in a "feelin' good" outfit and you have time to kill prior to dinner.
Great, low key place to sit and talk with friends over some artisan cocktails. The vibe here is perfect for a Sunday night. The setting is exactly what I'd want in my living room when hosting company -- low lights, high back quilted couches, some sort of wave-water light fixture above and the changing screens of the Cosmopolitan entrance in the distant background.
As some reviewers said previously, the service can be a little slow, even when there's only about 5 tables in the whole place. And the drinks are a little on the pricey side, but I guess that's to be expected.
Overall, I'd go back next time I need to wind down over a drink or two.
James Bond's signature drink. Cosmo hotel. Not too crowded bar. Hello, let me pull up a seat!
Everyone behind the counter is super friendly, fun and witty. Even though it's located near the entrance, the bar doesn't feel very crowded even if it is. They have plenty of seating in booths, at the bar and elsewhere.
The ordered their signature drink and oh my lord, it really packs a punch. I see what you mean by it not being a girly drink, 007.
For the price - great drink. It'll get you real *$&#ed up after a few of these. Vibe and staff - just the cherry on top for a great experience!
The Vesper Bar is basically the lobby bar for the Cosmopolitan. It has a cool vibe and is very well located for people watching / making comments as the endless parade of people walk by. As one would expect at the Cosmo, it is aimed at the hipsters and those thinking themselves "in the know". Even so, the service is good and they make solid drinks. This is the best bar in the Cosmo if you are looking for a "mixology" experience.
We really like the menu. It is set up in two columns. On the left are classics made in the traditional recipe with quality ingredients. On the right side is the Vesper twist on the classic that is of a similar flavor profile, but with greater complexity or a thought provoking ingredient swap. For instance, one can order a classic Manhattan or the twist: "The Mulberry". The variation was in every way better than a Manhattan -- deeper, more complex, and a long finish. We tried several of their variations on a classic and thought they did an excellent job.
Vespers- also known as evensong or the evening prayers
That's appropriate because based on my experience, if you're looking for a cool, sophisticated bar with an exceptional drink menu, then your prayers have been answered. Â
I spent a lot of time at this bar during a conference and always had a great time with friends, having great drinks (their beer menu is okay and that's all I drink) and enjoying the people watching. Â If you can get a table, I recommend that because the lovely waitresses are much nicer than the d-bag bartenders who must not realize that men pay a lot of the tabs because they'd rather chat up the beautiful girls than get a guy a drink. Â But the lame bros aside, the service is good.
This place also comes to mind James Bond.....as it recalls the name of a woman he cared for, Vesper Lynd. Â And it's kind of cool that at the other end of the hotel there's a dance club called Bond. Â
This place left me shaken and stirred....in a good way!
A strikingly gorgeous bar with glass decanters, silvery color palette and a square white marble bar in the center, Vesper Bar is the first thing you'll see after passing the digital art columns in registration. Â It's quite the first impression.
Dare I say that I planned my Vegas trip BECAUSE of this bar? I've been lusting after their cocktail menu: it covers the Classics (gin martini, manhattans), a variation of those classics and other cocktails like mojitos, etc to cater to everyone's tastes. Â Master mixologist Andrew Pollard certainly created an ambitious menu that rivals top cocktail places in SF and NYC. Â Premium liquor, fresh squeezed juices, house bitters and nice quality stemware (very important!) Â I was tempted to order EVERYTHING, but I stuck to a cocktail the whole night: the Vesper.
Drinking a Vesper is like a one-two punch: it's easy to drink .... but hits you double time. (why do you think James Bond likes this stuff?!?) I've never met a drink so elegant on the palette (if by elegant, Â you mean, brash then yes!) and so fragrant with that Lillet Blanc in the background. The slice of citrus peel floating in my glass just makes me smile more. I'm so glad that this bar lives up to its namesake!
If it's going to be one of those epic nights that's filled with revelry and debauchery, I order a Vesper.
If I want to feel happy, I order a Vesper. Â
If I have to make important decisions, I order a Vesper.
So, it's been decided.
I'm going to be a Bond Girl in my next life.
I always feel as though the staff, including management, at Vesper are award winning individuals. Each has their own style of mixology that can send your taste buds flying into space with the utmost enchanted sensations. Sweet, bitter, earthy, tangy, etc., whatever your preference in a cocktail, this place can give you exactly what you need. Roger, Bryant, and George are just a few of the mixology deities that I have come into contact with. There are many of them out there, but these boys know how to shake, muddle, and stir, showering you with delicious libations that can boost your mood or possibly land you on your face if you are not too careful.
The one thing you need to know about Vesper is that, yes their drink menu is fabulous and full of creativity; however the real creativity lies in the hands of your bartender. Try not to order off the menu and let them do what they do best. Just tell them the type of flavor you prefer (sweet, bitter, earthy, salty, ect.) and let their creativity soar. Even if you do not like it, they will just make you another one until you reach that succulent gratification. Â
As for the atmosphere, it depends on the night you go. During the weekend is can be loud, yet still fun. You can sit there and watch people stumble in and out of Cosmo since it is located by the main valet entrance. On slower nights, the music really pulls you into the mysterious setting. I really enjoy how it looks, especially the ceiling decor. Very relaxing and tranquil.
This bar is fantastic and of course it's a bit pricey because it's the Cosmo, its Vegas, its America and these drinks are not generic in any sense, but it is well worth it. Even when it is busy, that seductive drink is worth the wait.
Check it out. Regrets will not be had.
Good stuff! Bartenders are very attentive, entertaining, attractive, and make good drinks! What more could you ask for. Their boss isn't bad either... Shout out to "The Man" from down under :D Thanks for a lovely time (even though we actually had to pay for our drinks... what...?? us, pay?? lol)
Worth stopping by if you're at the Cosmopolitan.
The pitstop on the way to Marquee. This place looks great from afar, but I'm not a fan of the open-street atmosphere of it. If I'm sitting here, drinking some wine, I don't want tourists in their Hawaiian shirts walking by and judging me.
The bartenders are great. I would definitely come to Vesper and get drunk with their affordable cocktails before going to Marquee.
Roger is one of the best mixologists and most charismatic people I've ever met. I went there for cocktails four out of my five nights in Las Vegas, and asked Roger to whip me up unique concoctions at his discretion. I think I only repeated two drinks out of sixteen rounds (over four nights remember) and each one was as good as the next. Fresh ingredients coupled with Roger's sense of humor made each evening a blast.
Ask him about Christopher Walken's Psychic Friends Network when you're there. If you don't, you could be in grave danger and Todd Bridges will come to your house!
The Vesper Bar, which is located inside of the Cosmopolitan Hotel, is one fine establishment. Â The bar is very classy, intimidate, and not loud, considering there is alot going on around the bar like the lobby, casino, and hotel elevators, which is always packed with hotel guests coming in and out. Â The Vesper Bar is a great place to go to for a drink, or two, or three (lol) after dinner, and before starting the night. Â The Vesper Bar is a great place to start the night out, and even end the night.
Nestled in between the lobby and casino of the Cosmopolitan, the Vesper Bar is located across from the hotel elevators, so if you are a hotel guest such as I was this past weekend, it's hard to miss this place. Â I found myself at this bar every night of my three night stay this past weekend. Â The crowd is mixed with singles, couples, all ages, having a great time socializing and meeting each other. Â I had such a great time that I was at the Vesper Bar until about 5am Saturday morning and the place was still busy.
The staff is very friendly and attentive, and the drinks were amazing. Â I finally found a place in the Western region where bartenders know how to make mojitos. Â Special thanks to Jeffrey and the bartender with the different colors in her hair (didn't know her name but she is the mojito master lol) for making my favorite drink memorable, and thank you to the Vesper Bar for helping to make my weekend at the Cosmopolitan a memorable one.
Thank you
Victor
Yes, this place is great. Does it beat my Downtown Cocktail Room? Hell no. But if I'm on the strip, this is the equivalent drink wise! Not service wise.
I enjoyed a Honeycomb cocktail and it was made extremely well. Super tasty and I love that they use hand cut ice. I was able to sip on my beverage as long as I wanted and not have it get watered down. The environment is obviously gorgeous being inside the Cosmopolitan, the service is mediocre at best, the drinks are amazing. So, if you don't mind possibly being ignored at the bar for 5 minutes check it out!
I obviously gave this place 4 stars instead of 3 because my drink was that good. You guys barely got a 4 from me, just so you know.
Like David G's review.. let me just copy and paste and tweek it a bit.
The three of us sat down to have cocktails at this beautiful bar in the west tower of the Cosmopolitan Hotel.
The entire staff ignored the sh*t out of us for a 15 minutes, while tending to all the other patrons without fail.
So we got up and left for the BOND Bar.
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I guess there's nothing else to say.
"Excuse me, where's Vesper Bar?" I asked a Cosmopolitan Black Jack dealer.
"Go this way, pass all the good stuff and it'll be on your right," he accurately replied.
To save some time he should have just answered, "Who cares?"
I know this place gets a lot of high reviews, but come one, when you have the Chandelier and Bond bars in the vicinity, why would you bother with this one. I don't know, maybe I'm missing something, but every time I'm in here I'd rather be at Chandelier or Bond. Â When I pass by and look at the Vesper patrons, I think, why aren't they at Chandelier or Bond...or even Book and Stage?!? Vesper is a nice place, don't get me wrong, but when I come to Vegas and the prices for a drink are all the same at each bar, I'm goin' to the one that wows me the most every time. My advice...step out of the elevator, make a right, pass by the Vesper and keep on walking!
Ok, one positive thing I will say about Vesper is that it can be a great place for people watching late at night. Ya know, the people who have spent the night in Vegas going somewhere more fun than Vesper and are now stumbling to the elevators on the final stretch back to their room.
The two of us sat down to have cocktails at this beautiful bar in the west tower of the Cosmopolitan Hotel.
The entire staff ignored the sh*t out of us for a half hour, while tending to all the other patrons without fail.
So we got up and left.
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I guess there's nothing else to say.
"A dry martini," [Bond] said. "One. In a deep champagne goblet."
  "Oui, monsieur."
  "Just a moment. Three measures of Gordon's, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it's ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon peel. Got it?"
  "Certainly, monsieur." The barman seemed pleased with the idea.
  "Gosh, that's certainly a drink," said Leiter.
  Bond laughed. "When I'm...er...concentrating," he explained, "I never have more than one drink before dinner. But I do like that one to be large and very strong and very cold and very well-made. I hate small portions of anything, particularly when they taste bad. This drink's my own invention. I'm going to patent it when I can think of a good name."
  --Ian Fleming, Casino Royale
Places everyone! Â Cue lights, music. Roll cameras! Â Mark! Â Action! Â After a brilliant birthday dinner at The Barrymore, we gravitated like a magnet to this bar. Â Not as dramatic in ambiance as The Chandelier with all its bedazzled finery, the Vespar Bar is a bit more discreet with a clientele a little older, more mature, more sophisticated. Â Well, maybe I speak for myself. Â There's a swankiness here that cannot be explained but only experienced. Â Perhaps the name Vesper is meant to be a refrained whisper that sounds more intriguing each pass of the lips. Â
The signature drinks here are phenomenal and brink on legendary. Â Case in point being their Hot Mule (Hanger One Spiced Pear, Housemade Ginger Syrup, Lemon, Angostura, Ginger Beer & Mint). Â So best to order up, not down. Â Explore the liquid artistry of the mixologists and challenge them to create a masterpiece rather than paint by numbers and pop open a can. Â Faux pas is wearing Manolo and ordering Grey Goose with a can of energy you could easily buy at 7-11. Â All dressed up and still ordering like a kid. Â Our mixologists shakes his head and says to us, "Wide awake and drunk." Â No Manolo could class that drink up. Â
Oooh Vesper, is that you at the corner bar stool? Â Your platinum blonde hair, your deep blue lagoon eyes, luscious lips and hourglass je ne sais quoi. Â Nope, just a very high end "professional companion" going for about $350/hour. "I'm afraid I'm a complicated woman," is what Vesper Lynd said in "Casino Royal". Â Oh, I have no doubt. Â Just another actor on the stage of life, entertaining those still sober to care, sipping a crafty cocktail (or three or four) and taking in the scene. Â No less, a great place to call it a wrap.
Happy 2012!
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