Glam, glitz, and good cocktails. Really good cocktails. That's what the Vesper Bar at The Cosmopolitan is all about. And smoke. Lots of it. Which always weirds me out coming from a non-smoking state. But whatever.
On the hunt for great cocktails in Vegas I was escorted here by my knowledgable guide (as well as on recommendation from friends and LV Yelpers) and it did not disappoint. The sleek bar is crazy stylish. I love the mirrored and flashy decor and the style of the space. The drinks themselves were expertly made. I opted for a dealer's choice which was good and a hanky panky, which was excellent. The skills of these bartenders are readily present in spades.
The only down-side? Expensive cocktails. $15 for a drink that would be $9 or $10 elsewhere. That's 50% extra - yikes! I get that I'm paying for the fancy surroundings but isn't that what the casino is supposed to pay for? I guess I'm in Vegas so I should just shut up and be thankful for such delicious cocktails, but 4 drinks on a tab that runs up to $55 without anything else is... yikes! Not a spot I'll be able to frequent. Especially when I can go a few blocks west and enjoy drinks on par for regular price.
I won't hesitate to come back here if I'm on the strip and want a good drink, that's for sure. I'll just have to save up for it. And the price is the only reason this is not a full 5-star.