Food / Dining

Try These Restaurants Near UNLV

Venturing off campus? You don’t have to go far for some good eats. Check out this list of cool restaurants near UNLV.

Yama Sushi

Soft Shell Crab, Yama Sushi LV

Yama Sushi offers delicious sushi with an all-you-can-eat option. It’s a great dining style that allows you to enjoy your favorite treat to your fill. The menu features sushi varieties like shrimp rolls, avocado rolls, Japanese lasagna rolls, and more. Other dishes include soups and salads; you can order chicken udon, and miso soup. Some highlights of this restaurant are the variety and affordability that makes it accessible to most people.

Gangnam Asian BBQ Dining

Fresh Oysters at Gangam Asian BBQ

It helps that Gangnam Asian dining has a great setup for groups. Thus, after classes, college students or other groups of friends can visit and partake in the delicious Asian bbq offerings and more from this restaurant. You can order dishes to share, including Korean chicken, dumplings, and scallops. It offers a break from traditional American cuisine and allows diners to sample something different as a treat. For example, many first-time guests order the Bulgogi bibimbap and other authentic Asian choices that you wouldn’t find in a regular eatery.

Cheba Hut Toasted Subs

Sub Sandwich at Cheba Hut

Cheba Hut is one of the closest eateries to the campus, serving hearty toasted subs. Flavor meets affordability here, and you can enjoy a quick meal such as the KGB, which has roast beef, horse radish, assorted vegetables, and dressing, or the KIND, which has turkey, bacon, shrooms, and vegetables. The portions are generous.

The Modern Vegan

Jumbo Coconut Shrimp at TMV

One thing about Las Vegas, there is something for everyone. This extends to dining options with restaurants such as Modern Vegan catering to plant-based eaters. However, anyone can eat here, including diners who do not identify as vegan. The food is fantastic, which makes it quite popular for a vegan restaurant. You can find meals such as burgers, protein Buddha bowls, sandwiches, wraps, and more here. They also serve dessert, with choices such as the “Died and Gone to Heaven,” a deep-fried peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

Angry Chickz

A Combo Meal at Angry Chickz

For a tasty hot Nashville chicken dish and more, Angry Chickz will not disappoint. It is the go-to for casual meals such as chicken tenders, sliders, burgers, and more. Pair this with mac and cheese or fries for a delicious meal. You can choose your desired heat level, and if your tolerance is high, you can go for the “Angry.” It is the hottest heat level, and they achieve this from Carolina Reaper peppers. 

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