Top 5 Dive Bars for Blues Lovers in Las Vegas: Soulful Sips and Smoky Riffs

For blues aficionados, Vegas dives aren’t just cheap pours—they’re gritty stages where Delta wails meet neon haze. These spots host raw, unfiltered sets from local legends, channeling Muddy Waters in a PBR fog. November 2025’s Big Blues Bender hangover keeps the vibe alive; think $5 drafts and no-cover nights. Low-key, locals-heavy—tip the band, not the valet.

How Many Places Are There?

10+ blues-friendly dives, but these five are the heart-pumpers per Yelp and local guides.

Age Requirements?

21+ standard; some 18+ for music.

Key Venues, Schedules, Times, Costs, and More

Live sets vary—check Facebook. Casual dive attire.


BLUES DIVE BARS


The Sand Dollar Lounge – Plaza Hotel Downtown – Thu–Sun 8 PM–midnight – 21+ – Free, drinks $8–12 – 45-year blues legend

Maxan Jazz Club – Off-Strip near Sahara – Nightly 7 PM–late – 21+ – $10 cover weekends – Intimate smoke-free soul


Fat Cat LV – Off-Strip near Summerlin – Thu–Sat 8 PM–midnight – 21+ – Free – Plush R&B-blues lounge


Dino’s Lounge – Downtown – Nightly 9 PM–3 AM – 21+ – Free, beers $5–8 – Classic smoky dive


Double Down Saloon – Off-Strip Paradise Rd – Nightly 9 PM–2 AM – 21+ – Free, PBR $5–8 – Punk-blues anti-Vegas icon 


Other Hot Spots to Check

•  House of Blues (Mandalay Bay): Bigger blues nights. Varies; $20+; 21+.

•  Big Blues Bender (Westgate): Sept 2025 fest; $200+ passes; all ages.

Tips for Your Blues Dive Crawl

•  Pair With: Supper clubs like Mayfair for jazzy transitions.

•  What to Expect: Standing-room Fri/Sat; respect the room. 2025 trend: Bender after-parties. Post ready: “Top 5 Dive Bars for Blues Lovers: Vegas’s Soul Underbelly.” E-book section: Playlist pairings!

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