The show may be over, but the night rarely ends on cue. Whether you’re rolling back from a concert at The Theater or 24 Oxford, slipping out of a late downtown crawl, or realizing your stomach has opinions at 12:47am, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has you covered. The After Show Bites lineup is built for those in-between moments, when you want something satisfying without committing to a whole production. Four spots across the property stay open late or around the clock, making it easy to grab a bite, regroup, and keep things moving without leaving the building. From cocktails and small plates to tacos and pizza that does exactly what pizza should do at midnight, this is your unofficial afterparty food guide.
The Bar at Commons Club
If your night calls for a soft landing rather than a full sprint, The Bar at Commons Club is the move. This is the kind of place where you can settle in, take a breath, and pretend you planned the night this way all along. The cocktail menu leans classic with personality, balancing familiar builds with just enough flair to keep things interesting. A Negroni or French 75 feels right here, but the signature cocktails are worth a look too, especially if you want something polished without being precious.
Food-wise, this is ideal for sharing or grazing rather than committing to a full meal. Think small plates that pair naturally with a second drink, or a first one that turns into a second. It’s social, comfortable, and designed for lingering just long enough to reset before whatever comes next. Late-night doesn’t always have to mean chaotic, and this spot proves it.
Open until 2am
Desert Star Bar
Desert Star Bar exists for the moments when time stops meaning anything. Located right on the casino floor, it’s always on, always ready, and always exactly where you need it to be when hunger or thirst strikes at a strange hour. This is classic Vegas convenience in the best way. Pull up, order a drink, grab a bite, and get back to whatever version of the night you’re currently living.
The menu keeps things simple and dependable, which is exactly the point. Craft beer, creative cocktails, and bar-friendly food make this an easy win whether you’re coming off a show or taking a breather between games. No pressure, no pretense, just something solid when you need it most. Sometimes the best late-night option is the one that never closes.
Open 24/7
Lucia Mexican Grill
Lucia is where late-night cravings meet actual flavor. This is not a watered-down menu or a consolation prize for missing dinner. It’s full-bodied Mexican cuisine that happens to be available when most kitchens have already called it a night. If tacos are your love language, you’re in good hands here. Queso birria tacos bring the kind of rich, savory payoff that feels earned after a long evening, while fire-grilled arrachera delivers something heartier for serious hunger.
Pair it all with a handcrafted margarita or mezcal-forward cocktail and you’ve got a late-night meal that feels intentional, not improvised. Lucia hits that sweet spot where comfort food and quality overlap, making it easy to stay a little longer than planned.
Kitchen open until 12am, bar open until 12:30am
Pizza Forte
Pizza Forte is the reliable friend who always answers the phone. Open all day and night, this fast-casual spot handles late-night hunger without overcomplicating things. New York and Roman-style slices are built for grabbing and going, but there’s enough variety here to satisfy just about any mood. A classic slice does the job, but the homemade Italian meatball subs, mozzarella sticks, and chicken wings are strong supporting players when you want something more filling.
This is the kind of food that tastes best when the night has gone long and expectations are low, in the best possible way. It’s familiar, fast, and exactly what you want when you want it.
Open 24/7
Earlybirds Don’t Know What They’re Missing
The best nights rarely stick to a schedule, and neither should your food options. After Show Bites at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas keeps things easy, whether you’re wrapping up an event, extending the evening, or just listening to your stomach instead of the clock. Pick your spot, grab a bite, and let the night keep doing its thing.
