Best Friend by Roy Choi

Best Friend inside Park MGM is a vibrant homage to Los Angeles street culture, hidden behind a functioning convenience bodega and slushy bar.

Understanding the concept, culinary execution, and floor layout ensures your reservation matches your group expectations.

Boisterous party atmosphere with 1990s hip-hop and R&B pumping at 88 decibels; energetic, vibrant, and fun.

Checking room decibels ensures business clients or romantic couples are not surprised by club-level audio systems.

Fantastic for lively friend groups, bachelorette outings, pre-concert fuel, and casual late-night cravings.

Matching the venue vibe to your specific group dynamics prevents awkward mismatched evenings.

Kogi Short Rib Tacos ($18 for 3) and Slippery Shrimp ($26) are mandatory orders; skip the standard grilled chicken.

Focusing on house specialties delivers the highest flavor-to-dollar value across competitive casino dining rooms.

$70.00 per person out the door (shared small plates, rice bowl, cocktail, tax, and 20% tip).

Our Out-the-Door calculations factor in appetizer, main course, beverage, Clark County 8.375% sales tax, and customary 20% tip.

Zero concession junk fees added; Park MGM restaurants maintain transparent, honest check pricing.

Certain Strip venues apply 3%–5% surcharges labeled "CNF" or "Venue Fee"; always inspect itemized checks before tipping.

Corkage is $35.00 per bottle; outside cake cutting fee is $25.00 per party.

Calling ahead to register special vintage wines or celebration cakes ensures smooth sommelier service on arrival.

Large parties of 7+ can reserve communal family-style booths with a credit card guarantee; 24-hour cancellation policy.

Late cancellations on weekend prime tables can trigger automatic credit card penalties; notify host stands 48 hours prior.

Reservations release 30 days ahead on SevenRooms; walk-in availability at the front bodega counter is high.

Setting calendar reminders for midnight or 9:00 AM PT release drops is critical for prime weekend slots.

Excellent; the front convenience bodega bar and lounge counter seat walk-ins instantly with full food service.

Bar seats almost always serve the full dining room menu and offer faster pacing for solo diners and couples.

Dishes arrive family-style as they are cooked; dining takes 50–70 minutes, ideal for fast pre-game pacing.

Always inform your server upon seating if you hold tickets for an 8:00 PM theater curtain.

Kitchen operates late: serves until 11:00 PM Sunday–Thursday and 12:00 Midnight Friday–Saturday.

Las Vegas dining hours contract significantly on weekdays; verify kitchen closing times if dining post-concert.

Park MGM main entrance on Park Avenue; walk 2 minutes into the smoke-free casino toward the south side.

Entering via the correct porte-cochere eliminates 10+ minutes of unnecessary casino navigation.

100% step-free through the convenience store doors and into the main dining room; spacious booth seating.

Resort elevators and wide aisle clearances allow seamless access for wheelchairs and strollers.

Direct 6-minute car-free walk out the back doors to T-Mobile Arena; 4 minutes to Dolby Live.

Selecting dining within 8 minutes of your event venue avoids rideshare surge pricing and traffic jams.

Park MGM garage is adjacent ($20/day); MGM Rewards Pearl+ status waives self-parking fees.

Casino loyalty status (MGM Pearl+, Caesars Platinum+) is the most reliable way to obtain free parking.

Casual streetwear welcomed; sneakers, graphic tees, and designer hoodies match the room aesthetic perfectly.

While business casual is standard, clean designer streetwear and tailored jeans are welcomed at most venues.

Kids enjoy the colorful bodega candy and Korean BBQ sliders; volume is high so babies might find it loud.

Confirming high chair availability in advance ensures stress-free family dining.

Extensive vegan options including eggplant schnitzel, spicy cucumbers, and vegan kimchi fried rice.

Chefs are trained to handle severe celiac and nut allergies with dedicated kitchen prep zones.

Features a semi-private "Bodega Backroom" accommodating 8–14 guests under a canopy of illuminated Korean street signs ($1,200 minimum).

Private rooms require food and beverage minimum spends and pre-set multi-course banquet menus.