5 Hidden FOOD Gems in Las Vegas 🇺🇸

Las Vegas, Nevada - In this week's @GarethEats episode, we go eat some of the best hidden gems off the Las Vegas Strip. I get a chance to meet up with two local friends who know the best places to eat in Vegas, away from all the casino crowds and celebrity restaurants.

From traditional Hawaiian Poke and Japanese Katsu to delicious donuts and amazing arepas - this Vegas food vlog was so much fun to film!

If you're ever in Las Vegas on vacation, be sure to check out these great restaurants off the strip if you're on a budget or want cheap eats!

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[GarethEats]

Thanks for watching ❤Choose another Vegas episode below... 👇

[AMOFOURx]

I’m so glad you mentioned the cleanliness of the Arepas place, it’s always perfectly clean and food is delicious…

[eastbayarearesident]

Native Hawaiians also go to Vegas for the service and construction jobs. They settled in, brought in other family members and now have a large community in Las Vegas.

[loganlasvegas]

Food looked good. But you should include prices so we can assess value. You can find good food everywhere, but the gems offer High satisfaction at a reasonable cost.

[JamieBell-fehj]

I went to Viva Las Arepas today and it was Amazing! We drove in from Palm Desert and this was our first stop. Not to be missed. Thank you!!

[phoenixfirespices]

Pinkbox donuts
Wicked donuts
85 degree Bakery
LV Scoops (halo halo & ice cream macaron)
El gordos( El pastor con Pina
And cabeza )
Zabas (like Chipotle but better)
Egg works
Windycity
Sweet Poke (on Ann)
Sushi Bomb (ask for Kenan)
Shanghai Taste
Weera Thai
Kim Long Pho
District One
Kubuto Omekase
Monta Ramen
Goong (get sets DO NOT GET AYCE)

[Matthew-ohms]

Nothing in life better than watching Gareth eating! We bookmarked a couple of these places and are anxious to try them. Keep on trucking Gareth!❤

[AdminAccount-miqs]

I have been a loyal follower of your travel channel for as long as I can remember, eagerly waiting for each new episode to transport me to breathtaking places I could only dream of visiting. But when you made the bold decision to launch your food channel, everything changed. What started as casual viewing quickly transformed into something far more profound. It didn’t just inspire me—it completely altered the way I see the world.

Your deep passion for food, the culture behind each dish, and the stories you share from kitchens around the globe have opened my eyes to the beauty of something I used to take for granted. Every episode stirs something in me, igniting a curiosity I didn’t know existed. It has made me see food not just as nourishment, but as an art form, a connection to the soul of a place, a story waiting to be told.

The way you uncover hidden culinary treasures, showcasing local chefs and unique flavors, has become more than entertainment for me—it’s become a part of my daily life. I’ve begun experimenting in my own kitchen, trying recipes I’d never dared before, tasting ingredients I’d once overlooked. And through this journey, I’ve found a passion for cooking and food that I never knew I had.

What you’ve created is more than just a food channel—it’s a source of inspiration that has fundamentally changed how I live, how I cook, and even how I connect with others. You’ve helped me see the world through a new lens, one filled with flavor, culture, and adventure, and for that, I can’t thank you enough.

[conniedeem]

Viva Las Arepas actually started across the street in a little food cart in front of Dino's Bar. They were an immediate success. I am a true born native of Las Vegas and very proud of my home town. We have a beautiful melting pot here and access to any type of cuisine you desire. Plus, we don't have leave on a trip/vacation to experience it. Viva Las Vegas!

[mojojim]

"Something that I'm very excited about." FOOD!
I'm always excited about your food videos, too.

[emilywynstra]

Those arepas looked delectable and I loved how you were able to connect with some Venezuelan vacationers and make them feel comfortable!! Great video Gareth 🤍

[brandonmoore]

Another fantastic food adventure! I need to try an arepa ASAP. The ones you guys had look incredible. Also, I love how polite you are when you don't like the food 😂 Haha, it cracks me up. I'd never thought of Las Vegas as a food city before this but it looks like I need to rethink that! 🤪

[mindysmom]

Gareth, your honesty about the mochi donuts is definitely appreciated! I don’t care for mochi donuts or boba tea, myself. I do, however LOVE Korean style donuts. If you’re ever back in Southern California, please visit ‘The Source’ in Buena Park. It’s a 3-story outdoor mall. Ferry Donuts on the first floor has super delicious donuts! The crème brûlée donut is amazing! Then….visit the 3rd floor food court. There, you can find milk cream donuts, strawberry cream donuts, and banana cream donuts, along with several other types of donuts. ALL are super delicious!

I’ll be heading to LV in August. Thanks for sharing the Poke and the Katsu place.

[rjshron]

That arepas restaurant is by far my most favorite spot in vegas!!!

[uhiztxh]

I’m getting ready to move to Vegas!!! Can’t wait!

[mvtghcc]

I live in Vegas and didn’t know of these places. Thank you!

[ultraultra]

Boy, you know I'm stoked about the recent uptick in content! I love this channel! Making me crave doughnuts in the worst possible way!

[jasonmaass]

Love the video.Definitely hitting Viva Las Arepas next time. I’d suggest trying Carson Kitchen next time you visit Vegas.

[GreenWitch]

Some of that food looked amazing! Im hungry now 😋

[Dabbster-ttyu]

4:06 that girl with the black top, blue shorts and huge tatas 🫠🤤🤤