By SEMA News Editors
Looking for a spot to entertain a client after Show hours? A quick bite to eat and a cup of coffee to gear up for the day? Just want to try something new? SEMA staff has you covered.
Ahead of the 2024 SEMA Show, SEMA employees created a list of their favorite spots, covering everything from glitzy steakhouses on the Strip to authentic noodles in Chinatown, from morning coffee spots to late-night cocktail bars.
See the full list of SEMA staff-recommended spots below, starting with the all-new dining area on the SEMA Show campus:
New Outdoor Food Court, Exclusive Bar Area
Silver Lot, Adjacent to Shell Performance Unbound, Booth #80001
Enjoy the sights and sounds of SEMA in a new outside food court area featuring Big Daddy's BBQ, Papa John's Pizza and exclusive bars presented by Don Julio's Tequila and Tito's Handmade Vodka. This new-for-2024 area opens at 11:00 a.m. PST and continues through SEMA Show hours each day of the event, perfect for Show-day dining!
Barry's Downtown Prime
8 Fremont St., Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
Vintage glamour and hospitality meet modern innovation and design at this steakhouse concept.
Bazaar Meat at the SAHARA
2535 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
This restaurant by José Andrés, a James Beard award-winning chef, is a wild and wonderful celebration of the carnivorous.
Bramàre
3900 Paradise Rd. Suite H, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
Late-night cocktail bar and Italian tapas-style restaurant.
Brew Tea Bar (four locations)
9480 S. Eastern Ave. Ste 160, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
4447 W. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
4700 S. Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
7380 S. Rainbow Blvd. #101, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
A local chain offering a selection of authentic Taiwanese teas and boba.
China Poblano at the Cosmopolitan
3708 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
The salt air margarita is fantastic.
FUHU at Resorts World
3000 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
An unexpected twist on contemporary Asian cuisine.
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
3500 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
American surf 'n' turf restaurant serving upmarket fare and cocktails in a lavish space.
Lindo Michoacan (two locations)
Desert Inn, 2655 E Desert Inn Rd., Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
2411 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
Don't get me started on the palomas and margaritas.
The Magic Noodle
5165 S. Fort Apache Rd. Ste. 165, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
Hand-pulled noodles and flavorful broth bring authentic flavors of Chinese noodles and soup.
Momofuku at the Cosmopolitan
3708 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
The menu draws influence from all over the world, including the U.S., Korea and Japan, and features steamed buns, noodles and meat and seafood meant for sharing.
Nori Bar at Resorts World
3000 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
Great spot for sushi and hand rolls in a casual environment.
Phin Smith
7208 S. Jones Blvd. #101, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
A trendy coffee shop offering Vietnamese coffee.
Piero's Italian Cuisine
355 Convention Center Dr., Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
Classy, old-school eatery with traditional Northern Italian fare, including a signature osso buco.
Ramsay's Kitchen at Harrah's
3475 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
A glimpse into Chef Gordon Ramsay's culinary experiences across the globe.
Shokku Ramen
3889 Spring Mountain Rd., Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
Less than 10 minutes from the Strip, Shokku offers scratch-made, authentic ramen, small bites, wok-fried rice bowls and more.
Sinatra at the Encore
3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
Upscale Italian eatery in the Encore features Sinatra's Academy Award and other memorabilia.
SUSHISAMBA at the Venetian
3327 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
A unique blend of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian culture and cuisine.
Xiao Long Dumplings
4275 Spring Mountain Rd., Las Vegas (View on Google Maps)
This off-strip restaurant in Chinatown offers everything from soups, dumplings and fried rice to stir-fried dishes, noodles and more.