CASBAR Lounge

CASBAR Lounge at the SAHARA might not be the flashiest spot on the Strip, but it's got something most other hotel bars don't: a happy hour that actually saves you money. Monday through Friday, 3-5pm, you're looking at 50% off well drinks, BOGO beers, and $5 shots. For the Strip, that's borderline charitable.

The Happy Hour Breakdown

Let's talk numbers. Half-price wells mean you're paying what, $4-5 instead of $8-10? BOGO beers turn a $7 beer into a two-for-one situation? And $5 shots are practically unheard of on the Strip unless you're drinking something that'll make you regret your life choices. CASBAR's happy hour is legitimately solid if you're trying to get a buzz without activating overdraft protection. The two-hour window from 3-5pm weekdays is perfectly timed for that "just got off work" or "starting the night early" crowd.

What You're Walking Into

CASBAR has that modern-Moroccan-meets-Vegas-lounge aesthetic—think jewel tones, plush seating, and enough ambient lighting to make everyone look decent. It's not trying to be a nightclub or a sports bar; it's just a comfortable spot to drink and decompress. The SAHARA remodel a few years back brought the whole property into this decade, and CASBAR benefited from that upgrade. You're not sitting on furniture from 2003 wondering if that stain is recent.

The Regular Menu

Outside of happy hour, CASBAR runs a full cocktail program with the usual suspects plus some signature drinks that lean into the whole Moroccan theme. Expect stuff with mint, exotic spices, and names you can't pronounce after your third round. The bartenders are competent—they know how to make a proper Old Fashioned, they won't fuck up your martini, and they're not going to judge you for ordering a vodka soda. Food-wise, there's a bar menu with appetizers and small plates if you need something to soak up the $5 shots.

Location Perks

SAHARA sits at the north end of the Strip, which means it's less chaotic than the Bellagio-to-Cosmopolitan corridor but still accessible. The casino floor isn't a overwhelming maze, parking is reasonable, and you're not fighting throngs of tourists every step. If you're staying nearby or just cruising the Strip, CASBAR makes a solid pit stop—especially during that Monday-Friday, 3-5pm happy hour window.

Who This Works For

CASBAR is perfect for locals who know the Strip happy hour game, tourists who actually read up on deals before dropping $200 on three drinks, and anyone who appreciates a good bar deal without needing bottle service and a velvet rope. It's not the sexiest spot in Vegas, but it's consistent, affordable (during HH), and way less annoying than most Strip alternatives.

50% off wells, BOGO beers, $5 shots, Monday-Friday 3-5pm—that's the whole pitch. Show up during those hours and your wallet will actually thank you.