Tom Colicchio's Craftsteak Happy Hour. The Strip

Tom Colicchio's Craftsteak is a serious steakhouse tucked inside MGM Grand on the south Strip, with the usual valet and self-park options at the resort. The room is dark wood and warm light, far quieter in the late afternoon than it ever is at peak dinner. The kitchen's whole reason for being is the beef, so this is a place to taste careful steak work and a classic cocktail program, the kind of Old Fashioneds and Manhattans you'd expect from bartenders who do this all day. The bar is a smart way to scout the place before committing to a full reservation, letting you settle in with a drink and a bite without sitting down for the whole dinner production. Good for a couple who wants a taste of high-end steak, or for anyone curious about Craftsteak before booking a real table. It draws a mix of resort guests and locals who know the MGM dining lineup. If the room wins you over, come back hungry and order a proper dinner. Happy hour deals here can change often, so if you're hoping for bar specials, call ahead and confirm current pricing and times before you go.