I've been aching for something different when a friend of mine invited me to Wasted Space at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The place has a great vibe and is thankfully different from the usual Las Vegas nightspots I've been to.
All the staff I met were refreshingly unpretentious and down to earth. It was easy to get in the door--there was no line and none of this bullshit about asking what zip code I live in, what sign I am, or scanning my ID under the blacklight to see if it's real or not. And yes, all of these things have happened at other places around Vegas. The bartenders were friendly and the drinks were good and moderately priced out of the ridiculous range. Even the bathroom attendant was nice..but then again they're usually are the nicest ones in the whole place. The unisex bathroom did trip me out for a bit as I thought I'd erroneously wandered into the men's room. The guys at W.S. are just my type though and it would have been fun to sneak a peek at the goods but alas, there were no stand-up urinals so my fantasy went unfulfilled.
The interior is pretty straightforward and you pretty much get a view of the whole place once you get in. The restrooms and stage are to the left, bars and floor to the right. Don't expect any ornate touches like million-dollar crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling or tables that double as cabanas because you'll be in the wrong place. Then again it is called Wasted Space...get it?
I expected a live band but I was there on Industry Wednesday and the music format was mixed rock/alt.rock spun by a DJ. I befriended a guy who works there and I was very excited to hear that there is live music but just my luck...it's on other nights. Anyway it gave me a reason to come back again.
If you're a fan of rock N roll and you are more the hats and tats type then you'll enjoy Wasted Space.