The Sand Dollar Downtown

Live music bar · Downtown

The Sand Dollar Downtown

Live music bar · Downtown

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1 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89101

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This iconic Downtown location bar offers free nightly entertainment from local bands and national headliners accompanied by original handcrafted cocktails, pizza, and pool tables. Free parking with validation.  

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1 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Get directions

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1 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Get directions

+1 702 386 2283
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"Need a tropical escape? Sippin’ Santa is bringing rum-heavy holiday drinks and straight-up hula vibes to the Sand Dollar Downtown for its annual cocktail series. Head over to Plaza Hotel for Sippin’ Santa until December 31, and don’t forget to order creations like the Chouito or Yule Tide in a collectible mug." - Jen Avison Smith

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Edwin Manny Ortiz

Google
I had a Detroit style pepperoni pizza with some fried buffalo sauce wings and that was amazing but what topped it off was I was sitting at the bar and was able to win $160 which covered my tab and some lol🤙 Bartenders were dope and super cool

lindsey garrison

Google
Stayed at The Plaza for 3 nights a few weeks ago, and The Sand Dollar was easily one of my favorite things about staying in the hotel. The bartenders were so cool and friendly. The vibe was super relaxing and chill. It was a delight to visit every night on the way back to the room. I'm hoping to be back soon for more!

Selena Lopez

Google
The bartenders are friendly but get over stimulated and don’t know how to work a crowd. The pizza maker, BEYOND RUDE. He wears no gloves, he deals with cash and credit cards I didn’t see him wash his hands once. His long hair isn’t in a hair net, but messy all over the place. He messed up on my pizza I kindly asked if it can be remade, he said no. He chopped up basil squished it in his hand, and wanted to throw it on my pizza. Not very professional of him, & I let him know. He said that’s how they do things there, if I don’t like it don’t come back. He forgets we pay his bills, someone like that should not be in a customer service job. Maybe this dive bar treats their paying customers terrible, and they’re unsanitary. Just think twice before you want to experience horrible customer service and a dirty kitchen

Pearls Lerma

Google
Woow! AMAZING! Our bantender Rell spoiled us with amazing service and awesome, delicious drinks. 100% Recommend. Must visit next time you are in vegas.

Christiana Wong

Google
Came here for the holiday decorations and how fun was it! Super cute and festive! The bartenders were all great and personable. Played some blackjack at the bar and had a few drinks. Would come back again!

Steve W

Google
I went too early for live music, and the place was pretty empty. Bartender was great, made good cocktails. The pizza wasn't bad.

Lisa Parr (Lisa)

Google
Loved the atmosphere. Banquet tables feel old Vegas. Great music venue. Best cocktails, good value. Saw Sugarmill Slim..fantastic energy and performance

Max Adler

Google
The best 400 capacity venue in town. Big bands on a small stage with great sound and cocktails!

Dylan V.

Yelp
A nice grunge/ rock craft beer tavern that was cozy and a nice escape from the losing of money in the Casino. I'm not much of a gamble but I do enjoy a crisp IPA with my lady. The bar staff was laid back and welcoming. A really cool spot

J C.

Yelp
Pretty cool venue. Up close and personal front row seating, dance floor, booths or poker bar, couple pool tables. Friendly staff. Definitely return worthy!

Victoria E.

Yelp
Fun bar located inside The Plaza with a Beachbum Berry Sippin Santa Santa Pop Up. Great cocktails served by an excellent bartender Shajae was so friendly and nice. Plus she made a great old fashioned cocktail.

Sean D.

Yelp
First time experience at the downtown LV version of the Sand Dollar...went for the livestream of night 2 of Phish at the Sphere...nice interior, modern vibe with a long bar adjacent to the stage area on one side and some pool tables on the other...didn't eat inside of the venue but did notice the pop up pizza place a short walk away inside of the casino. You can enter from either Main Street entrance or from inside of the Plaza casino floor, at least on this night which was very crowded..my only complaints were that they cut the concert off without showing the encore because they had a live band playing sometime after midnight, they couldn't have waited another 20 minutes or so and shown the finale?? Also, the drink prices were exorbitant for an off strip property, $60 for four beers, seemed a bit extreme in my opinion...since there was no cover for the show I'll take that in stride but if that is the everyday price then that is a bit much....anyway, could see returning in the future depending on the event taking place...slight recommendation

Jen C.

Yelp
I had been to their original location but not this one yet. I will say it was difficult to find if you didn't know where it was and just put it into maps. The service was friendly and quick. The drink menu was being replaced so sadly they couldn't make any of their specialty cocktails but they made a kick ass Moscow mule for me. I look forward to returning again for live music and another drink off their new menu.

Family C.

Yelp
The ambiance was cool, the guys that were behind the bar were very quick and helpful with our orders and questions. Locals normally stay away from tourist spots but we will definitely be back here. The food choices were all great easy bar bites, we had pizzas, chicken fingers, fries!

Scott D.

Yelp
Cool location inside the plaza. Dark music venue vibe, with a good bar. Saw Carvin Jones, the amazing bluesman here. They serve pop up pizza which was good, but came out late and not hot at all. No servers except at the bar was also very strange. Drinks were good though. Sound was great.

Araceli C.

Yelp
Attending a private party at Las vegas nevada Nice atmosphere Chefs and cooks are having fun on Monday day off Pool table Cool bartenders Great beer selection and cocktails

Apple S.

Yelp
I came on January 4 and sadly enough the bar was empty, all holiday decorations were gone which was a total bummer because that's the best part about sand dollar. It was also empty when it came to crowd. It was before 10 so it was profitably early for this place however it's in the plaza so I expected people regardless. I didn't stay because their cocktail menu is not good enough for me to stay. I assume it's the same as the other location and I have never had a good cocktail from their originals list there. And you can get any other drink elsewhere too. Hope better next time I try...

Gretyl V.

Yelp
I originally loved this place and decided I wanted to have my son's 21st bday there. I talked to one of the owners and he said he would take care of it. We talked about a band and booth seating and what not. I offered to pay in advance for the band. I asked how many bartenders were on shift. He said 2 on shift. I wanted to side tip them because 21yr old party. Yo full on fail. No band. No booth seating. Just bar. The bartender was snippy at best. Bro WTF

Jonathan A.

Yelp
We came here for the Sippin Santa on Main and it's a very nice change from what it normally looks like. I would definitely recommend coming here over the other location just for how spacious this one is. Nothing wrong with the other location but can get really busy. The drinks featured are pretty good and had the Sippin Santa and Jingle Bird. Service was great and overall an enjoyable experience at the plaza. If you are coming here parking can be a little weird but make sure to validate.

Jeff M.

Yelp
Cool place. Great bar. Awesome staff. We came in for a crafted cocktail before going elsewhere for dinner. The beer list was so diverse I had that instead. We were going to come back after dinner, but we drank too much wine. We will come back next time we are in Vegas.

JS B.

Yelp
Dive bar atmosphere without judgemental regulars. Which are de riguer, but you're a tourist and would not have time to crack a genuine dive bar. Interesting taps and bottles, impressive liquor, great Muzak when there is no band and the bands rock when there is no Muzak. Food comes from the pizza joint "next door" in the Plaza casino. For me at least, perfect

Zola T.

Yelp
OMG this new bar downtown is beautiful. The made from scratch cocktails are out of this world. Live bands every night with a dance floor . Have you ever seen. CHAMPAGNE vending machine????? So dam cool. I love it if you are visiting you must try this extension of a local staple since the 70's love love love

Cyndi G.

Yelp
Craft cocktails. Live music. Friendly bartenders. Cool spot. All the things you want in a Las Vegas Bar. While it has the same vibe as the original Sand Dollar lounge. This new dive bar has a vintage classic Las Vegas feel. Things to know. The entrance is under the iconic plaza lights on Main Street. Parking is at The Plaza unless you're hanging out on Fremont Street.

S T.

Yelp
The worst experience I ever had in an empty bar Saturday evening! We had dinner at the Oscar's restaurant and planed to see the evening show at the Plaza at the new Sand Dollar bar Downtown. We are patrons of the other location and we hoped to enjoy a good performance fir the evening. However, after I put $500 bucks in the machine and asked for a card, it was like hell. I asked the bartender why it takes so long and after 25 minutes, ( on the camera's timestamps) and on my phone, the woman bartender called her boyfriend, a sort of manager, who called the security! So my girlfriend is playing the money I put in the machine at the bar, the wooman bartender is rude and wants a tip, and the manager us upset with me, because he can't deliver on a membership card. No wonder the place us empty Saturday night.

Nation of Patriots N.

Yelp
Went to this location for the first time tonight. It wasn't very busy. The Christmas theme was cool and the hot buttered rum drink was good. Decor is not as over the top as the other location. Food took quite a while. Pizza was terrible, ordered chicken tenders, but got wings and they had no ranch. That last part should be illegal. Oh & they put our food on our friend's tab. I recommend the location at Spring Mtn & Polaris instead. Took a loooooong time to get a drink there last year, though.

Varun T.

Yelp
We went on two occasions. The bar is good and the live band does enough justice to the enviornment. Prime time would be midnight to 1AM. The drinks menu is does justice as well, its a comfy place to down urself in couple of drinks with some nice music by the band and people dancing a bit around.

Carrie W.

Yelp
We stopped in for Christmas tiki drinks for the Sippin Santa pop up. The decorations were over the top amazing and the drinks were delicious. We received excellent customer service from the bar staff.

Bradley M.

Yelp
Came to this location twice. Once to have a drink and once for a free concert after my festival was canceled. Special thanks to the owner for allowing senses Fail, Thursday and Bayside to perform here. Having your festival get cancelled sucked so bad but being able to see these bands perform in such a great setting was amazing. It salvaged our trip to Vegas. Drinks were solid and fairly priced. Has pool tables and the best thing ever pbr and champagne dispensing machines. Never saw anything like that before. Bartenders were friendly and did a great job handling the crowd for the concert. Very impressed and it was a smooth show despite having to host some very disappointed fans of 5he canceled festival. Definitely would go back here and it's a bonus to have this attached to the Plaza.

Gary FX L.

Yelp
Great drink, music, atmosphere & service. It's busy cocktail bat serving free live music constantly. Bar team is super professional and totally gives a sh!t about your drink so try the signatures or order a classic, either way is a win. Follow them on social to keep up with bands as it changing all the time.

Miranda S.

Yelp
Super cool bar, great drinks, terrible, unhelpful service. I asked him about what drinks he recommended and he told me to "read the menu."

Evan G.

Yelp
The Sand Dollar Downtown in Las Vegas is a great place to go for drinks, food, and music. I have been impressed with everything that they have available here and the atmosphere. Good experience every time I have been here.

Jacob B.

Yelp
I've been going to the original sand dollar lounge for years...countless nights of entertainment from bands to burlesque (they should bring the burlesque downtown) to wild parking lot events. I'm always impressed by the creativity put into the cocktails and menus. Anyways.....now this crew opened up another Sand Dollar in the Plaza hotel downtown!!! Bringing this vibe even closer to where I live! An easy Uber ride up and back. When I arrived it felt like being in the old space..In a great way, but quickly the impressive booths and stage made me realize this was next level. I'm excited about what shows could take place in here and have already picked a few prime spots to watch. Cocktails are of course on point and the bar offers something for everyone. Great job to the crew for the work done. I'll be back soon!! Side note: parking prices seemed to be an issue but I've heard the plaza has opened up some spaces for people going to the bar.

Amy O.

Yelp
We've been waiting months for this location to open. It's finally here!!!! Love the Spring Mountain location and this one is just as good. Slightly different vibe, a little more modern but still inviting. Service was great and bartenders were friendly and attentive. If you get a chance check this location out.

Olivier M.

Yelp
What an amazing location old school downtown with a charm of the most amazing blues and rock n roll bar. First off if you like fresh air and clean water their cocktail, beer and music program is bar none the best in the city, thank me later !!' Thank you for making downtown your home. I can't get enough and love every detail about the space. See you again very soon !

Rick S.

Yelp
Surprising large space for a live music venue downtown. The bartenders are top notch and drink prices are more than reasonable.

Karen A.

Yelp
Been here for 4 hours, haven't left cause service been fantastic. Bartender Lee been very knowledgeable with drinks and personable. Food been very good as well. Highly recommend this place. Band just got here. Pretty cool spot.

Robert V.

Yelp
Came for a free event. Could not control the line. People cutting the whole time. Security even encouraged cutting. Had a capacity of 350 but did not notify the huge line. Waited for 4 hours and were told we were under the limit to get to the front and get stuck out side for hours with no info from the staff. We understood not all of us would have got in. However If they gave even the tiniest amount of effort to notify us we might not or won't I wouldn't have left this review. There was no communication at all and they obviously did not care.!

Jim B.

Yelp
Tonight around 11 pm to I go to gamble at Sand Dollar three machines are shut down pet bar tender They are outside smoking per bar tenderThey return and do not play machine that they closed down.

Leon W.

Yelp
Sand Dollar is the last dive bar in town great music all the time and great staff working there new location down town also at the plaza casino and resort

Lisa G.

Yelp
This is the best cocktail bar I have ever been to. It has such a cool vibe. Great cocktails and fun live music. Doesn't feel like you are inside a casino. Just a fun spot for a great night. Friendly service ! And don't miss out on the pizza.

Nova T.

Yelp
Great spot in the downtown area! Live music every night, no cover. Cocktails are fantastic , Peyote Queen is a must try! Staff is friendly and they've done a beautiful job with the setup, from the art work to the lighting it's spot on !

Kelly M.

Yelp
Would love to give them 5 stars. Great space, Great stage, Great sound but it takes FOREVER to get a drink! Wait staff way below par!! My the end of the night the service improved! Thank you Sand Dollar for making our 14th anniversary fun!

Av G.

Yelp
We have frequented the Spring Mountain lounge and thought we'd check out downtown lounge located in Plaza. New place is very nice. Easy to get to from parking garage. Take your parking ticket in and barkeep will validate for you. Staff is very friendly. Same great drink options here. Nice new feel to place. Stage area is larger with more seating options. Another great place to listen to live music. We'll definitely return!

Tracy K.

Yelp
Adorable spot and the best part? No smoking in the bar. Pool tables, live music, a champagne and beer vending machine. I'll be back.

Cassie S.

Yelp
If you want to catch a true local vibe in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas/Fremont Street, look no further! The Sand Dollar Downtown is the newest addition to The Plaza Hotel Casino. When you walk in, you get T-Rex, Rolling Stones and Bowie vibes right away. With two pool tables, live music nightly and killer bartenders behind the stick, you'll be in for a great experience whether you're visiting Las Vegas or a local. Parking is validated at the bar, just ask a bartender!! Music starts nightly at 10pm-2am Hours: 4pm-4am

Tim S.

Yelp
Bartenders are not friendly, they all have a bitch attitude. Totally unfriendly, must be mgmt is pushing them too hard. Resting Bitch face on all the bartenders. Angry is the attitude.Never seen anything like it . Not coming back!

Lisa C.

Yelp
Downtown is lucky to have the newly opened Sand Dollar. We have been going to the original Sand Dollar for years (it's still open and cranking ) ! This top-notch cocktail bar - along with a stellar selection of brews is off the hook!