Throughly enjoyed myself at The Griffin. First positive was no cover charge in Vegas. I am so brainwashed by that that I almost wanted to pay anyways. Once inside I felt, as nerdy as this sounds, like I was in the Griffindor Common Room. The main room is dark with brick walls and wooden beams, but dominated by two large iron fire pits on the far ends of the room. It was crowded, but not uncomfortable, my group of nearly ten got seats right away. There is a nice selection of beer on tap. Always nice when I can get Dead Guy Ale. Stiff drinks were reasonable at 7 bucks, not the usual 9 bucks you pay in LA.
My friend is a classic juke box hog, but he couldn't this time because it is filled with awesome indie music he knew nothing about. I know I'm getting old, but the crowd was diverse. I wasn't the oldest or youngest in there. There is also a back room with a small dance floor and a DJ blasting Euro House music. Not my style but, after a few pints and a couple Makers I couldn't get enough.
Get away from the overpriced and overhyped Strip and go to The Griffin in Downtown Vegas. Definitely worth the cab fare and definitely going back next time I'm in Vegas.