3 Las Vegas Experiences That Deserve Way More Attention, And 3 That Can't Get Much More Overrated
Chelsea Stewart
·8-min read
Hey! I'm Chelsea, the weekend editor at BuzzFeed. Usually, I work remotely, but every once in a while, I get to trade my home office for an exciting work trip.
Recently, I traveled to Las Vegas courtesy of Flyover, a popular tourist attraction often compared to Disney's Soarin' ride. We also visited other local places, some that lived up to the hype and some that, well, didn't.
That said, here are three Vegas hotspots that were severely underrated and three that were overrated, IMHO.
*BuzzFeed was invited on this trip free of charge but was under no obligation to give Flyover a positive review.
Underrated: Flyover
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Currently, Flyover provides four journeys: Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Wonders of the American West, Legendary Iceland, and Believe Chicago. Each voyage begins with a pre-show film, detailing that destination's rich history and culture through vivid imagery, sounds, and narration.
Once the film is over, you're taken into another room and seated for takeoff. Before you know it, you're in the air and immersed in a sprawling screen that takes you over beautiful sights of your chosen journey — from the Northern Lights in Iceland and Chicago's bustling downtown scene to the Grand Canyon and the peaceful waters of Maligne Lake.
The best and most mind-blowing part of all is that, as you ride, you experience mists and smells unique to those areas, making it feel all the more real. I legit feel like I can now cross Iceland off my bucket list!
Overrated: Atomic Saloon Show
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For 75 minutes, guests experience high-energy performances by flow artists, pole dancers, trapeze artists, and table drummers (yes, this is exactly what it sounds like — people drumming on tables). There are also incredibly racy jokes, all woven into a weary love story involving the domineering Madam Boozy and two besotted employees.
Don't get me wrong — I did laugh during the show, hysterically at times. But there were also many moments when the comedy felt forced and needlessly vulgar when the scene was already hilarious.
Some of the pros are the hospitality, the intimate atmosphere, the crowd work, and the venue's Instagrammable bar (that is, when you can finally find where the show is located inside the massive Venetian hotel). I just can't justify spending $100 on this experience.
Underrated: Momofuku
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As of writing, Momofuku has just over a four-star rating on Google, which honestly surprised me given our experience! I'd easily give this place five stars.
Overrated: Superfrico
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The menu features equally eccentric drink options, including cereal milk punch, SpaghettiO cocktails, and pepperoni pizza drinks (a favorite among our group). The food encompasses pizza, pasta, seafood, and steak.
I decided on a salad for the appetizer, chicken parmesan for the main course, and a black and blue shortcake with lemon curd, whipped vanilla cream, and basil for dessert. I also got the peanut butter espresso martini to drink — it was so rich and yummy! Usually, I like to sip my drinks slowly, but NGL, I pretty much downed that one lol. I was also really impressed with the pace of service and the creativity with which these dishes were made. Unfortunately, the taste was just underwhelming to me.
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The best part — and what Superfrico is known for — was all of the zany performances that happen while you eat. They truly match the restaurant's freak. There was one opera singer who fell in "love" at first sight with someone from our group and hilariously serenaded them in song. There are also characters who walk around in comical costumes for your entertainment, including a Domino's Pizza delivery driver who can't seem to find his stop.
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Overall, Superfrico was a fun experience, but I probably wouldn't return because of the price and food quality. It's clear you pay for the experience here, but in the end, I just didn't find it worth it.
I might recommend eating beforehand and just going for drinks instead if you're thinking of visiting.
Underrated: The Mob Museum
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But you shouldn't think the museum glorifies them. Down on the first floor, guests learn about the mob's downfall, the tragedy that befell many members, and the harm they often brought to innocent victims.
Overrated: The Strip
Have you tried any of these experiences? What did you think? Have any other overrated and underrated places in Las Vegas to share? Add them in the comments below.
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