Lavo Italian Restaurant

Lavo does the whole Italian-restaurant-by-day-nightclub-by-night thing at the Palazzo, which is very Vegas. The restaurant side is legit—good pasta, decent wine list, upscale-casual vibe—and happy hour gives you access to that world before the velvet ropes and bottle service take over. It's the rare spot where you can eat meatballs at 6pm and dance on tables at midnight, should you be so inclined.

The Happy Hour Lowdown

Happy hour available with rotating specials on drinks and potentially appetizers. The specifics change, but expect Italian-leaning drink deals (wine, Aperol spritzes, Italian beers) and maybe some discounted apps. Timing is typically late afternoon before dinner service ramps up. This is upscale happy hour, not dive bar pricing, but it's reasonable for Palazzo standards.

Why You're Actually Here

The dual identity is interesting. During happy hour you're getting the restaurant side—good Italian food, proper cocktails, none of the nightclub chaos. The space itself is gorgeous, all chandeliers and Italian villa aesthetics. If you're planning to hit the club later, starting with happy hour gets you familiar with the layout and properly lubricated. If you just want dinner, happy hour deals on wine and apps is the move.

The Vibe Check

Upscale Vegas Italian. During happy hour it's date night energy, groups celebrating, tourists who want something nicer than the food court. The dining room is elegant without being stuffy—business casual works fine. As it gets later the nightclub energy starts creeping in, but during peak happy hour you're safe from EDM and table sparklers. The crowd skews 25-45, dressed up, ready to spend.

Real Talk

You're at the Palazzo, so even with happy hour deals this isn't cheap. The food is genuinely good—not just "good for Vegas," actually good—but full entrees are pricey. Happy hour is your entry point. The nightclub transition means it gets progressively louder and more scene-y as the night goes on. If you want quiet Italian dinner, go early. If you want party energy, go late.

Pro Tips

Pair happy hour with dinner reservations for the best of both worlds. The pasta is made in-house and worth ordering. Wine specials during happy hour are the play—they have a serious Italian wine program. If you're doing the nightclub, eating here first is smarter than trying to get food at 1am. Bar seating is available for walk-ins; dining room reservations are smart on weekends.