General Admission

General Admission is The Linq's attempt at an elevated sports bar, and they actually pulled it off—it's got the massive screens and sports atmosphere you want, but with better food, better drinks, and an actual design aesthetic beyond "mount TVs on every surface." It's sports bar meets gastropub with Strip convenience and happy hour deals that make it worth consideration.

The Happy Hour Lowdown

Happy hour runs Monday-Friday from 3pm-6pm with deals on select beers, cocktails, and bar bites. You're looking at discounted drafts (including craft selections), reduced pricing on signature cocktails, and deals on elevated bar food like flatbreads, wings, and sliders. It's Strip pricing even with discounts, but the quality's notably better than your average casino sports bar. The craft beer selection rotates, so there's usually something interesting on tap.

Why You're Actually Here

Because you want to watch sports on the Strip without settling for sad casino bars or paying absurd bottle service minimums. General Admission brings legit gastropub food—not just wings and nachos, but stuff that shows actual kitchen competence—plus a beer selection that goes beyond Bud Light. The screens are everywhere and massive, the seating's comfortable, and the atmosphere actually feels like a proper sports bar instead of a casino corner with TVs bolted up.

The Vibe Check

It's upscale sports bar—lots of wood and metal, industrial touches, comfortable booth and bar seating, TVs positioned so you can see from anywhere. The crowd's sports fans, tourists staying at Linq, after-work groups, and locals who know the happy hour exists. Game days bring serious energy and crowds; weekday afternoons are more manageable. Music plays between games but never drowns out the commentary. It's loud but not chaotic.

Real Talk

You're still on the Strip at a high-traffic casino, so expect tourist crowds and tourist pricing even during happy hour. Food's better than average sports bar fare but nothing revolutionary—elevated bar food, not fine dining. Service quality depends entirely on how busy they are and whether major games are happening. During March Madness or NFL playoffs, good luck getting attention or finding a seat. Weekend nights turn into more of a club vibe with DJs, which might not be what you want.

Pro Tips

Show up 30-45 minutes before big games if you want decent seats with screen views. Happy hour timing is perfect for early games—grab discounted drinks while watching afternoon matchups. The flatbreads and sliders are better bets than standard wings. Ask what's on tap for craft beers; they rotate and quality varies. Linq parking validation is available; ask your server. If you're there on a non-game day, it's actually a decent spot to hang without the chaos.