Remember when Friday nights meant wandering the aisles of your local video store, debating between action or comedy? That nostalgic ritual has been reimagined as one of the most inventive pop-up bars to land in Las Vegas. And it’s only here until May 17th.
A Speakeasy Hidden in Plain Sight
Back to the Video Store has already sold out runs in New York, LA, Miami, and Chicago. Now Vegas gets its turn. This ’90s and Y2K-themed speakeasy turns the simple act of ordering a drink into a full-blown childhood flashback.
Walk in and you’re back in that neighborhood rental shop you grew up with. Lava lamps cast their hypnotic glow. Retro arcade games line the walls. Iconic movie and TV photo ops wait around every corner. Pure nostalgia overload. And you haven’t even ordered yet.
Your Movie Is Your Drink
Here’s where things get clever. Every film on those shelves represents its own themed cocktail. Want a Jaws-inspired drink with a tiny shark swimming inside? Grab the VHS from the shelf. More of a Toy Story fan? Your cocktail arrives with a miniature toy soldier standing guard.
You browse the aisles, pick your movie, take it to the counter. That’s how you choose what ends up in your glass. It’s interactive, theatrical, and actually fun.
What You Need to Know
- Price: Tickets start at $18, including a welcome drink and 90-minute reservation
- Location: 4930 W Flamingo Road, Las Vegas (inside PKWYTavern)
- Dates: Now through May 17th only
- Weekly events: Bingo on Wednesdays, karaoke on Thursdays, live DJs every Friday and Saturday from 7pm
This isn’t just a bar. It’s a time machine. And like all good things from the ’90s, it won’t stick around. Be kind, rewind, and grab your tickets before they disappear.
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