The Laundry Room was at the top of the list of cocktail places the wife and I wanted to try on our trip to Las Vegas. On previous trips to town, we'd tried to get reservations for the intimate speakeasy within Commonwealth without success. However, whether it was the day (Sunday) or the hour (around 9:30pm), we were able to get seats at a small table in the cozy room. The cocktail menu was impressive in its comprehensiveness and detail, covering a wide swath of differing spirits and taste profiles. While the extensive list may have made it difficult to make a decision, Dan the seriously talented bartender, made it easy by coming over to our table and discussing the menu with us. He asked questions and made sage recommendations to customize cocktails on the list to precisely fit our particular tastes. It was akin to the chef coming out of the kitchen to go over the menu. Frankly, it was the kind of service touch that made a serious impression. Our classic cocktails were impeccably made, nicely balanced, and exactly what I'd hoped they would be. The wife's Boulevardier with a slight twist was genius.
The Laundry Room is a must for anyone who loves a well-made drink. Is it a bit pretentious? Sure, but that probably helps it to maintain its exacting standards and keep the customer experience unique and memorable. It has vaulted to the top of the list of my favorite cocktail places in Las Vegas.