Raiders Tavern & Grill

Raiders Tavern & Grill at M Resort is exactly what it sounds like—a full commitment to the Silver and Black in a city that's still figuring out its Raiders fandom. Since the team moved here, Vegas has been trying to establish its NFL identity, and spots like this are ground zero. Plus they're running a $29.99 prime rib special on Mondays, which is the kind of deal that transcends sports loyalty and just makes economic sense.

The Raiders Connection

Let's address the elephant in the room: the Raiders are still relatively new to Vegas, having moved here in 2020. The fanbase is a mix of die-hards who followed from Oakland, locals who adopted them as their team, and people who just like an excuse to wear black and silver. Raiders Tavern leans all the way in—you're surrounded by team memorabilia, game jerseys, probably some highlights playing on loop. During game days (especially Raiders games), this place turns into a legitimate experience. The energy's tribal, the drinks flow fast, and everyone's either celebrating or commiserating together.

That Monday Prime Rib

$29.99 for prime rib is borderline stupid cheap for a quality cut of meat, especially at a resort restaurant. That's M Resort understanding that Mondays need help—nobody's excited about Monday, so give them a reason to show up. Prime rib done right is a beautiful thing: properly seasoned, cooked to your temp, probably served with horseradish and au jus. Pair it with whatever sides come with it, add a drink or two during happy hour, and you've got yourself a Monday that doesn't completely suck. This is the kind of weekly special that becomes a ritual for locals.

The Sports Bar Game

Raiders Tavern has the advantage of being at M Resort, which means it's nicer than your average sports bar but still committed to the sports bar essentials: wall-to-wall TVs, solid beer selection, food that pairs with drinking and yelling at screens. The NFL theme is everywhere, but Raiders specifically dominates. During football season, this is command central. Off-season, it's still a solid spot to catch whatever sports are happening while enjoying better-than-average bar food.

Happy Hour Strategy

Even without specific happy hour pricing listed, sports bars at Off-Strip resorts typically run competitive drink deals—discounted drafts, maybe wells, sometimes specific beer brands getting promoted. The food side probably includes wings, sliders, maybe some loaded fries or nachos. But honestly, if it's Monday, skip the apps and go straight for that $29.99 prime rib. That's your happy hour special right there—substantially better than most happy hour food and priced like they want you to come back every week.

The Crowd Dynamic

Raiders fans are... passionate. That's the polite way to say it. The crowd here includes local Raiders faithful, tourists who happen to be fans, and people who just enjoy the atmosphere even if they don't care about football. M Resort's location in Henderson means you're getting more locals than tourists, which creates a consistent crowd that actually knows football and has opinions about coaching decisions. It's loud, it's energetic, and if you're not into sports, you'll probably hate it.

Why It Works

Themed sports bars can feel gimmicky, but in a city with an NFL team, a Raiders tavern makes sense. It gives fans a home base, gives M Resort a crowd draw, and provides non-fans a reason to show up (that prime rib). The happy hour situation is solid, the atmosphere delivers exactly what it promises, and when the Raiders are winning, this place is electric. When they're losing... well, at least the drinks are flowing and the prime rib's still cheap.