- Top Spot for Chicken and Waffles: Hash House A Go Go Linq at The Linq! was ranked as the best casino restaurant in Las Vegas for chicken and waffles.
- Ranking Methodology: The rankings were determined by combining average review ratings from Tripadvisor, Yelp, and Google, with the total number of reviews used as a tie-breaker.
- Key Contenders: Yardbird (The Venetian) and The Crack Shack (Park MGM) secured second and third places, respectively, with several other notable establishments making the top ten.
- Indulgent Vegas Experience: Chicken and waffles in Las Vegas casinos offer a unique blend of sweet and savory comfort food, designed to cater to a glamorous and indulgent dining experience.
On National Chicken and Waffles Day (October 20th), Gambling.com conducted a study to identify the best casino restaurants in Las Vegas for chicken and waffles. The research analyzed combined average ratings from Tripadvisor, Yelp, and Google reviews for establishments located within or near Las Vegas casinos that serve this dish. Only restaurants with over 500 combined reviews were included, with the total number of reviews serving as a tie-breaker for identical average ratings.
The study concluded that Hash House A Go Go Linq at The Linq! is the top spot, achieving an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. It was praised for its blend of culinary creativity, combining classic comfort food with a modern twist.
Yardbird at The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino secured the second position, also with a 4.5 average review rating, but with 30,000 fewer online reviews than Hash House A Go Go Linq. Third place went to The Crack Shack at the Park MGM, which earned an average rating of 4.36.
Rounding out the top five were Delilah’s of Wynn Las Vegas (4.34) and Grand Lux Cafe (4.32). The Front Yard at the Ellis Island Casino & Brewery narrowly missed the top five with a 4.25 rating but remains a fan favorite, known for its two-story indoor/outdoor venue and family recipes.
Other notable establishments in the top ten included Hattie B’s Hot Chicken at The Cosmopolitan (4.15), Chickie’s & Pete’s at Sahara Las Vegas (4.10), Nellie’s Southern Kitchen at the MGM Grand (3.99), and another Hash House A Go Go location at the Rio Las Vegas (3.88). The report highlights that chicken and waffles in Las Vegas casinos offer a unique blend of sweet, savory, and indulgent experiences, catering to both decadent brunches and late-night cravings.