True Food Kitchen Happy Hour. The Strip

True Food Kitchen is the rare Vegas spot where the happy hour menu leans vegetables and whole grains without tasting like a penalty. Built around Andrew Weil's anti-inflammatory approach, the kitchen turns out food that is genuinely good, and the bright, plant-filled room feels like a California cafe that wandered into a casino. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 3 to 6pm.

Beer and wine both drop to $5, and all cocktails come $3 off. The drinks use fresh juice and herbs rather than neon mixers, so the discounted cocktail is worth the few extra dollars over the $5 beer. On the food side, dumplings, sliders, and buffalo tenders are each $2 off, and every pizza is $3 off. A couple of those plates with a $5 wine makes for a light, cheap reset.

This suits anyone a few days into a trip who wants something that won't leave them feeling worse. Locals, hotel guests looking for a lighter option, and the wellness crowd all turn up. The energy stays calm, which is either a relief or a letdown depending on your mood.

You'll find it in the Forum Shops at Caesars. There is no weekend happy hour, so this is strictly a weekday plan. Go early in the window if you want a relaxed table before the after-work crowd arrives.