Sports-themed Stadia Bar opens at Caesars Palace | Eater Vegas

"A new sports-focused bar occupying a 2,186-square-foot space with room for about 120 guests, designed by Rockwell Group and heavy on nostalgic athletic motifs: the floor is made from recycled basketball court wood, five semi-private leather-wrapped VIP domes evoke vintage football helmets and include LED screens, and the space features net-like chandeliers, deconstructed-baseball sconces, glove-style leather banquettes, and murals by San Francisco artist Apexer. A dedicated VIP area honors the Las Vegas Raiders with appearances from former players and cheerleaders, and the concept intentionally blends elements of a cigar bar and a sportsbook to create intimate viewing experiences. Food can be ordered from nearby quick-service outlets via the adjacent forum food hall, but the beverage program is the main draw: the drinks list highlights athlete- and celebrity-owned labels (for example, Termana tequila by Dwayne Johnson, 7Five beer by Ryan Reaves, and Howler Head Banana Bourbon by Dana White) alongside rare bottles like Buffalo Trace O.F.C. 1995 and Bowmore 27. A customizable highball cart lets guests pick spirits (Woodford Reserve, Maker’s Mark Private Select, Knob Creek Single Barrel, Johnnie Walker Black Label, Tito’s, Hendrick’s, Ron Zacapa 23, Don Julio Reposado, Maestro Dobel Diamante, Crown Royal, etc.) and from more than a dozen Fever-Tree mixers and garnishes (rosemary, thyme, basil, Earl Grey, jalapeño, juniper berries, and others). Cocktail barrels of Old Fashioneds and Manhattans are also available tableside (a $125 barrel serves six)." - Susan Stapleton