Spice Up Cinco de Mayo at Mijo
Modern Mexican Restaurant
On Sunday, May 5, southwest Las Vegas’ hip new dining destination, Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant at Durango Casino & Resort, will host a Cinco de Mayo fiesta with lively entertainment and festive cocktails all day.
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mijo’s brunch, which showcases the diverse, tantalizing flavors of coastal Mexico presented through an unconventional lens, will feature energetic beats courtesy of a live DJ. The party will continue throughout the evening with additional live performances. From 6 to 10 p.m., DJ Roger x Pepe will keep the energy high, while fire dancers and a mariachi band perform.
During the celebrations, guests can enjoy Cinco de Mayo drink specials, including a Tres Generaciones Añejo and Generaciones Blanco shot, priced at $14 each; the Moderno, crafted with Tres Generaciones Añejo Tequila, agave, muddled cherries and Cointreau; the Hidalgo Spritz, made with Tres Generaciones Blanco, cucumber puree, pineapple and Cointreau; and the Paraíso, featuring Tres Generaciones Blanco, strawberry puree and Cointreau. Each specialty cocktail is priced at $18.
Favorites from Mijo’s menu of delectable dishes with bold and vibrant flavors include the birria short rib, slow cooked beef served with corn purée, pickled onion and cotija cheese, priced at $48; lobster enchilada featuring butter poached lobster and guajillo chili topped with a lobster cream sauce, priced at $38; and fire roasted shrimp tacos with grilled shrimp, cabbage, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo and fire roasted salsa, priced at $16.
Nestled within the luxurious Durango Casino & Resort, Mijo offers a sophisticated yet welcoming ambiance, making it the perfect setting for intimate gatherings or lively group celebrations. Its outdoor patio, nestled under the desert sky and centered around a serene fountain, provides a picturesque setting for guests to savor their Cinco de Mayo experience while surrounded by lush foliage.
More information about Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant can be found at www.mijomexican.com. Follow Mijo on TikTok and Instagram at @MijoMexican.
About Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant
Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant’s menu showcases the diverse, tantalizing flavors of coastal Mexico presented through an unconventional lens. Mijo’s cuisine is highlighted by sizzling fajitas, prime meats, grilled whole fish, and to-die-for ceviche. Mijo’s unblemished beverage program is its calling card. A bevy of fragrant and flavorful cocktails and hard-to-find spirits complement the cuisine, in addition to tequila lockers that hold hidden gems. Mijo is open from 4 to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 4 to 11 p.m. on Friday; and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 to 10 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. More information is available on the website at www.mijomexican.com or on TikTok and Instagram @MijoMexican.
About Clique Hospitality
Clique Hospitality, founded by hospitality innovator Andy Masi in 2014, has conceptualized nearly two dozen nightlife and dining destinations in San Diego and Las Vegas. The company’s Las Vegas day and nightlife portfolio includes The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails and CliQue Bar & Lounge at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas; Easy’s Cocktail Lounge at ARIA Resort & Casino; Eight Lounge and Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge at Resorts World Las Vegas; and DAYLIGHT Beach Club at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The company’s Las Vegas dining portfolio includes Bottiglia Cucina & Enoteca and Borracha Mexican Cantina located at Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa and Casino in Henderson; Side Piece Pizza at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Summerlin; The Still Drafts, Crafts & Eats at The Mirage; Tailgate Social Sports Bar & Grill at Palace Station Hotel and Casino; and Proper Eats Food Hall at ARIA Resort & Casino. Clique recently unveiled four new, immersive concepts at Durango Casino & Resort in Southwest Las Vegas: Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant, its hidden speakeasy, Wax Rabbit, Bel-Aire Lounge and Bel-Aire Backyard. Clique will soon debut Caspian’s at Caesars Palace, set to open in late 2024. Clique Hospitality’s Southern California day and nightlife destinations include Oxford Social Club and The Pool House at Pendry San Diego. Clique’s Southern California restaurant portfolio includes Joya Kitchen in La Jolla; Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine at Pendry San Diego; Serẽa Coastal Cuisine at Hotel Del Coronado; Temaki Bar: Handroll, Sushi, Sake in Encinitas; SET Steak & Sushi at Pendry Newport Beach; Lilian’s and Bing’s Bar at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe; and The Kitchen and The Clubhouse at Torrey View by Breakthrough in Del Mar. More information about Clique Hospitality and the company’s full portfolio is available on the website at www.cliquehospitality.com.
About Durango Casino & Resort
Inspired by the warm colors of the desert and heritage of Las Vegas, Durango Casino & Resort offers locals and visitors alike an approachable luxury experience. Guests arrive in a serene lobby, flanked by the resort’s indoor/outdoor Bel-Aire Lounge and Backyard alongside nearby elegant meetings and events spaces. Travelers retreat to a modern 200-room luxury hotel featuring an elevated collection of rooms and suites that reflect the property’s sense of place. Signature dining options include Mijo Modern Mexican, Summer House, The George Sportsmen’s Lounge and Nicco’s Prime Meats & Fresh Fish, an original steakhouse concept by Chef Daniel Ye and his impressive culinary team. Eat Your Heart Out, an eclectic and communal hall of foods, offers highly sought-after outposts from culinary-driven cities Los Angeles, New York and Philadelphia alongside beloved local favorites. Durango features an 83,000 square foot casino featuring innovative gaming technology and a one-of-a-kind STN Sportsbook. Durango is the latest casino and resort destination by Station Casinos and is located at the corner of Interstate 215 (I-215) beltway and Durango Drive just a short drive from The Strip and offers convenient, free parking. For more information, please visit www.durangoresort.com or call 702.567.7777. For the latest on social media, follow @DurangoResort.
