National Cheese Lover’s Day
Monday, Jan. 20, 2025
Pancho’s Mexican Restaurant in Downtown Summerlin takes queso fundido to a whole new level with its artichoke and jalapeños con queso. Not your typical queso, this mouthwatering dish features a special blend of melted cheeses, including cream cheese, with artichoke hearts and sliced jalapeño, served sizzling hot in a ceramic skillet. The unexpected combination of flavors delivers a creamy, tangy and fiery bite that sets it apart from other cheesy dishes, priced at $18.95 for dinner or $13 during the cantina’s happy hour daily from 2 -7 p.m.
Bottiglia Cucina & Enoteca in Henderson boasts a menu bountiful with antipasti, salads, fresh fish and specialty pasta dishes complemented with wines from all around the world. Cheese lovers can choose from a variety of decadent dishes including the prosciutto & burrata served with arugula, cherry tomatoes and garlic oil, priced at $29 or the truffle mac & cheese with pancetta, peas and parmesan breadcrumbs, for $14.
Side Piece Pizza, located at Red Rock Casino in Summerlin, is Clique Hospitality’s go-to fast-casual spot for traditional hand-tossed New York City pizzas. Side Piece invites cheese lovers to celebrate the holiday with the ultimate ode to simplicity: the classic cheese pizza. Whether guests are grabbing a quick slice, priced at $6, a Sicilian-style slice for $7 or indulging in a full pie, available as a 14-inch for $17, a 22-inch for $27 or a thick, crispy Sicilian-style whole pizza for $29, Side Piece delivers big-city flavor in every bite.
Tailgate Social Sports Bar & Grill is a cheese lover’s dream, serving a lineup of delicious, melty dishes. Guests can dig into the warm pretzel bites, served with a rich and creamy cheese fondue, or the Tailgate nachos, piled high with tortilla chips, nacho cheese sauce, pickled jalapeños, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole and a Jack cheese blend. Other classic favorites include the cheese quesadilla and cheese pizza. With cheesy bites for every palate, Tailgate Social offers the ultimate game-day-inspired celebration for cheese enthusiasts.
General Admission, the hip elevated food and sports spot located at UnCommons, is the ultimate destination for cheese lovers. “Our” mozzarella sticks features signature oversized General Admission Breaded Italian mozzarella, deep fried, topped with parmesan cheese and served with a side of San Marzano marinara sauce, priced at $13. The house quesadilla uses a five cheese blend melted inside a warm flour tortill and served with salsa roja, tomatillo salsa verde and lime crema for $13. Guests have the option to elevate their quesadilla by adding the protein of their choice, either chicken for an additional $4, steak for an additional $5 and shrimp for an additional $6. Also on the delectable cheesy menu, guests can find a delicious mac and cheese. This dish features four different cheeses melted over macaroni pasta and topped with truffled bread crumbs for $13 with the option to add bacon for an additional $4.
At Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant, located at the Durango Casino & Resort, the queso fundido exemplifies the restaurant’s dedication to crafting diverse, tantalizing dishes from coastal Mexico presented through an unconventional lens. Roasted poblanos, caramelized onions and earthy mushrooms are enveloped in a rich layer of melted cheese, creating a savory and indulgent experience. Served with warm flour tortillas, this dish delivers a balance of spice and creaminess. Priced at $15, the queso fundido is a standout on a menu that highlights fresh seafood, prime steaks and seasonal vegetables, all enhanced by bold spices and flavorful sauces. Paired with one of Mijo’s beautifully crafted cocktails, this dish offers a true taste of the restaurant’s modern twist on Mexican cuisine.
AMARI Italian Kitchen & Wine Shop invites cheese enthusiasts to celebrate the holiday with its salumi & cheese board. Thoughtfully curated, this dish features the chef’s selection of artisanal cheeses and savory salumi, paired with seasonal mostarda, housemade giardiniera and toasted focaccia, priced at $28. Guests can also indulge in AMARI’s other cheese-centric offerings, including bubbling mozzarella-topped pizzas and ricotta-stuffed ravioli, all crafted with a modern twist on Italian-American classics. Whether guests are enjoying the vibrant dining room, relaxing on the spacious patio or selecting a bottle of wine to-go from the boutique retail shop, AMARI provides the ideal setting for savoring every cheesy bite.
Guests can dive into cheese heaven at Borracha Mexican Cantina to celebrate this cheesy holiday. The queso dip is a flavor-packed fiesta, featuring jalapeño cheese and zesty pico de gallo, served with crunchy corn tortilla chips for $10. For those craving something a bit more daring, the bubbling cheese fundido takes things up a notch with melty Asadero and Jack cheeses, spiced up with house-made chorizo, guacamole, pickled red onion and cherry tomato pico, priced at $15. Borracha’s gooey, cheesy delights will have guests dipping for more all night long.
Celebrate National Cheese Lovers Day in style at Cabo Wabo Cantina, Sammy Hagar’s rockin’ strip-side restaurant and bar located inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Cheese enthusiasts can indulge in the ultimate cheesy delights, including the Fundido de Queso con Chorizo, a sizzling skillet dish featuring Oaxaca, asiago, provolone, and cotija cheeses melted together with Cabo’s homemade pork chorizo, served with warm tortillas and salsa arbol. For those craving even more cheesy goodness, the Cotija-Crusted Cheese Quesadilla is a must-try, featuring a perfectly crisped cotija-crusted tortilla filled with your choice of carne asada, chicken or veggies
Celebrate National Cheese Lovers Day with a sky-high dining experience at Top of the World, located at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower. Satisfy your cheesy cravings with the indulgent lobster mac and cheese, featuring shell pasta, tender lobster meat, truffled lobster béchamel and creamy fontina cheese, priced at $38—all while enjoying breathtaking views 800 feet above the Las Vegas Strip.
La Cave Wine and Food Hideaway offers a sophisticated way to celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day with a charcuterie board, tailored to each guest’s preference. The personalizable boards can be built with choice of three cheeses from La Cave’s array of options, including Saint André, Belgium Fontina, Spanish Manchego, Truffle Tremor, and aged Gouda Holland. These cheeses are then paired with three exquisite selections from the butcher menu, including Soppressata, Salumi Wagyu, Duck Prosciutto, Sweet Coppa, and Prosciutto di Parma. Additionally, each board is served with honey, whole grain mustard, bacon onion marmalade, grilled naan and apples. Priced at $46, the thoughtfully crafted boards are idea to elevate any celebration.
Pizzaoki, the brainchild of Grammy-nominated artist, DJ and producer Steve Aoki, inside Proper Eats Food Hall at Aria Resort & Casino is the ultimate destination for cheese lovers. Turn up your tastebuds with a slice, or pie, of Pursuit of Happiness. This meat-less offering is made with herb infused dough, covered in marinara sauce and topped with ultra premium shredded mozzarella and basil. The cheesy experience will leave guests craving an encore.
Celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day with a slice of cheesy bliss at River Rock Pizza & Pasta, located inside the Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada. Specializing in Italian cuisine, River Rock offers two must-try options for cheese enthusiasts, the classic cheese pizza made with a signature sauce, gooey mozzarella and a golden, crispy crust and the Margherita pizza featuring fresh mozzarella cheese, tomato and basil on a fresh crust. Guests can enjoy their pizza while gazing at spectacular views of the Colorado River. The combination of mouthwatering pizza and picturesque scenery is a match made in cheese-lover’s paradise.