Hakkasan Restaurant

Hakkasan is the Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant attached to the mega-club of the same name, which means it's upscale, expensive, and intimidating as hell—until you discover the happy hour. Sunday through Wednesday, 5-7pm, 10 items for $10 each. That's it. That's the whole pitch. Michelin-level Cantonese food at ten bucks a pop, three nights a week.

The $10 Game

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 5-7pm, you can order from a selection of 10 specific items, each priced at $10. This includes dim sum, small plates, and select cocktails. It's not the full menu, but the items they include are legit: har gau (shrimp dumplings), char siu bao (BBQ pork buns), crispy duck salad, and cocktails that would normally run $18+. The deal is absurd for a restaurant of this caliber.

Michelin Quality on a Budget

Hakkasan earned a Michelin star for a reason—the food is meticulously prepared, beautifully presented, and tastes like someone actually gives a shit. During happy hour, you're getting the same kitchen, the same standards, just a limited menu at a price point that makes it accessible. If you've never had high-end Cantonese food, this is your chance without dropping $300 on dinner.

What to Order

Focus on the dim sum: the har gau are perfectly delicate, the siu mai are juicy and flavorful, and the char siu bao have that sweet-savory BBQ pork filling that's borderline addictive. The crispy duck salad is a solid choice if you want something lighter. If cocktails are on the $10 menu, get one—Hakkasan's bar program is excellent, and these drinks would cost double at dinner.

The Scene

Even during happy hour, Hakkasan maintains the upscale vibe: dark wood, dramatic lighting, sleek modern design. You're not getting the full nightclub energy (that happens later upstairs), but it's still Vegas fancy. Dress code is enforced—no athletic wear, no flip-flops, no tank tops. This is one of the few happy hours where you actually need to look presentable.

Sunday-Wednesday Only

The limited schedule (no Thursday, Friday, or Saturday) is a bummer if you're only in town on weekends, but it also keeps the crowds manageable. Locals know about this deal, so it's not a secret, but it's also not a zoo. Reservations are smart, especially if you want a table instead of bar seating.

The Real Value

This is one of the few times you can experience Michelin-starred dining in Vegas for under $50 per person. Order smart, pace yourself, and you'll walk out feeling like you beat the system. The $10 everything format is stupidly simple and stupidly effective—no complicated menus, no hidden fees, just quality food at a price that makes sense.

If you're in town Sunday through Wednesday and want to feel fancy without the full fine-dining price tag, Hakkasan's happy hour is mandatory.