Border Grill Happy Hour. The Strip

Border Grill sits inside Mandalay Bay at 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, overlooking the lazy river and beach area, with two floors of open-air patio dining and an outdoor bar. It is the work of chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, and the kitchen turns out modern Mexican cooking that holds up well against the Strip's pricier rooms. Park in the resort garage, and if you want quicker service grab a seat at the bar, since weekend evenings fill up fast.

The drink list is the highlight, heavy on margaritas, from a clean blanco to fruit-forward versions, plus cervezas, sangria, and a long roster of crafted cocktails. The food leans toward shareable small plates built for a table.

Happy hour deals here change often, so check with the venue for current specials and times before you plan around it.

This is still a smart pre-dinner or post-pool stop for real Mexican flavors on the Strip in a resort-casual setting. Just call ahead to confirm the current happy hour days, times, and exactly what is discounted.