There are eleven authentic Fat Tuesday stores in Las Vegas, ten of which are situated on the Vegas Strip. The only Fat Tuesday not on the Strip is located at the Neonopolis in Fremont Street, Downtown Las Vegas.
The frozen cocktail franchise has over 40 venues in the United States and abroad, venues well known for their flavorful drinks and party atmosphere. Commonly referred to as a daiquiri bar, the Fat Tuesday stores feature similar flavors in their drinks with tiny variations across the board. Their menu and prices are also relatively the same but may vary depending on the location.
Read on to get to know the Strip venues where you can pop in to try the world-famous 190 Octane Squad – the original drink that dates back to 1984 in New Orleans, where the franchise began. The beauty of Fat Tuesday is that they also have the “Fave Combo” option, where you can make your own Fat Tuesday cocktail with a choice of flavors.
Fat Tuesday Franchise Overview: Menu, Prices, and History
Coming from the French phrase “Mardi Gras,” Fat Tuesday is a cocktail bar established in New Orleans in 1984. The original store was on Bourbon Street, where lots of partying and celebrations used to take place, including the Mardi Gras celebration held a day before Ash Wednesday, when the Christian Lent sessions begin.
Whether the franchise borrowed its name from the famous New Orleans celebrations is a matter of debate. However, it is clear that the Fat Tuesday drinks are more popular than the New Orleans-centered affair.
The idea behind the establishment is to have frozen cocktail venues that are easily accessible and sell the drinks quicker. Its drink menu has not changed much since its early inception, and it is tailored to cater to the 24/7 party people – with go-cups to carry your drinks around town.
Fat Tuesday’s only offerings are frozen drinks that make for a great refreshment in the often sunny and hot Vegas Valley. However, it is essential to note that some of the bar venues do incorporate some form of kitchen or restaurant for visitors’ meal needs. Also, various locations do exclude or include more items than others, depending on availability/demand.
The Fat Tuesday menu has:
- Daiquiri Sizes – Includes various daiquiri drinks of different sizes, from 22-ounce cups to 100-ounce cups ($7 to $38). In most venues, the regular size starts at $7; insulated sports bottles for $10.25, tumblers for $14, and flash mugs for $16. Refills range from $7 to $10, depending on the size.
- Specialty Cocktails – These vary, but popular options include the Fat Mojito made of Bacardi drinks and mixed with mint, lime, and simple syrups.
- Beers, Wine, Non-Alcoholic – You won’t miss the regular bud and bud light beers, alongside popular wines from chardonnay to cabernet sauvignon. There are also regular non-alcoholic drinks like the energy drink red bull and bottled water brands.
- Daiquiri Flavors – 190 Octane is the most popular in this section with a mix of grain alcohol and orange punch. There is also the Eye candy with a mix of Ron Carlos 151 rum and blue raspberry, the Strawberry with Ron Carlos 151 rum and Puréed raspberry, the Hurricane made of the Ron Carlos 151 rum and tropical fruit punch, and there is the regular margarita.
- Daiquiri Combos – This section is where you can get to mix various flavors. There is the 44 Magnum that brings together the Hurricane flavor and 190 Octane, and the strong Superman made of Hurricane and Eye Candy.
If you drink occasionally, you may have noticed that the Fat Tuesday drinks are not the strongest. This is great for the light drinkers who are looking for a party starter without having to worry about their alcohol tolerance.
The 10 Fat Tuesday Las Vegas Strip Locations and Hours
There are currently ten Fat Tuesday locations in Vegas, but new sites are scheduled for 2022 at Grand Canal Shoppes #272, Miracle Mile Shops #505, and Fashion Show Las Vegas
1. Shoppes at Mandalay Place
- Address: 3930 Las Vegas Boulevard South, #119, NV 89119
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 2 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: 702 597 2696
Located at the Shoppes at Mandalay Place, this Fat Tuesday only has a few bar seats and is mostly tailored for to-go clients. It is conveniently located between Mandalay Bay and Luxor, where you can go to watch amazing shows.
In that case, try the refillable bottle they offer since it will keep the drink chilled as you walk around town. Jello Shots sell for $1, and their cups start from the 22-ounce $10 cup to the 100-ounce Yard $38 cup. Refills range from $11 starting with the Party Tumbler ($17) and go up to $28 for the 100-ounce Yard.
2. MGM Grand
- Address: 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, NV 89109
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 1 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: 702 891 9600
Fat Tuesday is located at “The Underground,” easily accessible using the escalators at the lobby entrance. Use the escalators to go down and turn right; you will see the bar in front of you. The venue offers free samples to all visitors regardless of day or night. You won’t miss the famous Hurricane or the Peach Bellini. Feel free to ask for souvenirs that include branded t-shirts and mugs.
3. Harmon Corner
- Address: 3717 Las Vegas Boulevard South, NV 89109
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 2 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: 702 749 6795
You are greeted by the various cup sizes at the bar area the minute you step into the Fat Tuesday at Harmon Corner. The Sports Bottle cup goes for $18 here, and the Color Changing Cup costs $22. The sad part about the venue is that there are no bar seats, so all your drinks will be to-go.
However, this is more fun for those who want to party at the nearby Cosmopolitan or stay at the next-door neighbor, Planet Hollywood. You won’t miss the venue as it is located above Walgreens.
4. Miracle Mile Shops #445
- Address: 3663 S Las Vegas Boulevard #445Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 2 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: 702 735 0121
This is the first Fat Tuesday in Planet Hollywood, but there is the next venue set to open in 2022 at #505. This venue is close to the entrance at the south of the Strip, next to PBR Rock Bar and Grill.
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5. Grand Bazaar Shops
- Address: 3645 S Las Vegas Boulevard #410 Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 2 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: 725 204 6814
The new addition to the Fat Tuesday family is less popular due to its recent residency at the Grand Bazaar. They serve all the regular items, including the popular 190 Octane and the Hurricane, alongside their various combinations.
6. The Forum Shops
- Address: 3500 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Ste L23, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Hours: 11 pm to 6 pm on Sunday, 11 am to 7 pm from Monday to Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 8 pm
- Contacts: 702 369 3265
Unlike most Fat Tuesday Strip locations, the one at Forum Shops does not cater to late-night party people. It closes as early as 7 am and opens late at 11 am daily. Located on the casino level, it is a great venue for those who love o gamble while having a close-by drink area. You will see the bar close to the Atlantis Show.
7. Casino Royale
- Address: 3411 Las Vegas Boulevard, NV 89109
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 2 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 2 am
- Contacts: 702 754 0096
The premier daiquiri bar in Casino Royale serves all the regular items with zero unique bells and whistles. Find the bar next to White Castle. There is no seating area, but you can enjoy the flavorful drinks in the go-cups.
Despite its basic look, it is one of the most popular Fat Tuesdays on the Strip due to its central Strip location. Do not be surprised if you find this bar open at 4 am. There is always a huge crowd on the adjacent street, especially during the weekend, which makes it hard to refuse the late-night party people a few more hours of daiquiri.
8. The Venetian
- Address: 3377 Las Vegas Boulevard, South #2505, NV 89109
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 2 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: 702 906 2134
Another regular Fat Tuesday is on the 2nd Floor of The Venetian at the Grand Canal Shoppes. It has fewer flavors compared to other busy locations, but it provides a few bar seats for those who may want to stay for a while.
9. Resorts World
- Address: 3000 Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 2 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: N/A
Resorts World’s Fat Tuesday also opened recently in late 2021. It is uniquely placed since it is outside rather than the usual floor-level Fat Tuesday venues. Find the bar area with various seating sections next to the taco section.
10. The STRAT
- Address: 2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South, #D-11, NV 89104
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 1 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: 702 366 1596
Make sure to bring back the go-cup or bottle on your next visit to Fat Tuesday at The Strat. They offer discounts when you bring the cups. Also, take the extra shot they offer; it will be worth your while. The Fat Tuesday bar is located on the Retail Level of the Strat, close to McDonald’s and Nunzio’s Pizzeria.
Fat Tuesday Las Vegas Off-Strip
11. Neonopolis Fremont Street
- Address: 450 E Fremont St Space 101, Las Vegas, NV 89101
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10 am to 2 am, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 3 am
- Contacts: 702 272 0052
Fat Tuesday in Downtown Las Vegas is at Neonopolis Entertainment complex – 450 E Fremont Street Space 101, NV 89101. The venue is situated near the Slotzilla zipline and features the usual Fat Tuesday selections in an artistic atmosphere, albeit less crowded than Strip locations.
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