The Sayers Club Las Vegas

I really dig The Sayers Club!
It’s something different — not a mega clubs with big named DJ’s. They purchased many of the contracts for concerts after Bunkhouse closed, and I attended a small show there awhile back. This wasn’t my first time at Sayers and probably won’t be my last.
It’s intimate, with a large bar at the back. It can get very crowded, which makes it tough to get a drink, but that pretty much describes every bar/​club/​lounge I’ve ever been to in Vegas.
Overall, it’s a unique venue and if it strikes my fancy, I’ll be back soon!

This was our first stop on a party bus tour. I really like the setting and the variety of music. First trip to the bar was for a glass of chapagne and a vodka/​soda. We were using 2 for 1 coupons, bartender says I will need to charge you for higher priced item. Of course, that is standard. He charged me $ 15. Went up for next set of drinks, ordered SAME two drinks, second bartender tells me it will be $ 28 for the glass of champagne. I questioned him, it was just $ 15 about 10 minutes ago. He was rude, asked first bartender who tells me no, he charged me $ 15. Um, no he didn’t. Funny thing also is first time around when I was charged $ 15, bartender put it as $ 13 in cash register. Pocketing money? Perhaps. Worst part was the rudeness of the 2^nd bartender! He was a rude jerk.

Chic little venue that offers live music, comedians, and random dj sets! I’m personally tired of all the untz untz and the pretty disco lights so this place is definitely more my speed. I really appreciate the fact that they have live music since it’s now a rare thing to find in Las Vegas… Which is somewhat of a shame considering our cities past had some of the worlds greatest running wild and painting our streets red… Literally! SO! Thank you for giving me a place to chill, drink, groove, and occasionally shake shake shake =). Bummed to read some of the other reviews as well as see how it’s been rated… Go back to the clubs! Sayers Club has always been known to be a live music venue!

Zero stars, place is bad. Went there with my mom on Friday late night (August 28^th) and it was nearly empty (not surprised why now looking at their overall reviews). Ordered 2 drinks at the bar. They do not have a drink menu so you need to tell them what you want. I think that is a huge loss as it would be nice if they had at least some club signature cocktail menu. We ordered vodka with orange juice and gin matrini. We paid 38 $ and to have drinks served in plastic cups. It was explained that these are ‘Vegas regulations’. I am willing to understand that but what is unforgivable is that drinks were bad. My martini was not cold enough and tasted bad and when I complained to bartender he gave me an attitude and moved on. C’mon how difficult is to make gin martini? My mom’s vodka/​orange juice was watered down… Maybe that is the reason that they do not have a cocktail menu as the guy who served us may not be qualified to serve anything else but shots. When I made sour face and proceeded to take a photo of drink suddenly manager came over and offered new drink. Well manager was nice and obviously tried hard to make things better but they need to change bartenders or at least train them properly. The one who served us was a young guy Christiano Ronaldo look alike who definitely needs fist of all attitude adjustment (or maybe changing jobs to field where he fits better) or at least a bar tending course. If your customer does not like a drink and tells you right away about it it should not escalate to the point that your manager needs to intervene. I must say it was a huge disappointment as I often go to SLS in LA for drinks & desserts and they have amazing cocktails. SLS and Sayers Club in Vegas unfortunately does not meet the same standard. I would never recommend this place. Plenty of other better clubs in Vegas.

Great sound. Great small venue to see your favorite band. Down side? Bad attitude bartenders. I asked for a glass of water, and was given one. When I went back to buy a vodka/​Tonic and a refill on my water, the bartender refused to give me the water and said «only bottled water». I voiced my confusion and asked please but no glass of water. My drink was $ 9 dollars. I went back to get my second vodka/​tonic. Same drink but now it was $ 7 bucks? Why? Bar needs to get its shit together. Other than that, the venue is great!

I am writing this review as a result of my experience at the Sayers club this past Saturday. I was on a club crawl and the first stop was the Sayers Club. We were given two 2 for 1 drink tickets and encouraged to buy mixed drinks at the bar. I purchased a buy one get one scotch and soda (quite small and weak) for myself and one for my girlfriend. I returned to grab the check 20 minutes later and the bartender brought a check charging me for five drinks at 96 dollars. I explained that this was not the correct check and the other bartender who appeared to be more experienced showed the guy that he has grabbed the wrong tab and said that they would fix it, not a problem. Ten minutes later the first bartender brought me another tab for $ 38 dollars which was still clearly an over charge and the wrong tab but we needed to go or we would lose the club crawl so I paid it and left a tip and decided not to worry about it.
When I got home the next day I saw that I had been charged around 84 dollars by the club, which was bizarre because it didn’t even match either of the bills I had been presented with. I called and left a message asking to be charged the correct amount. No one has bothered to contact me back. I get it, people make mistakes, I was even going to let them overcharge me and not sweat it. But this is absurd and the fact that they are knowingly cheating me and choosing not to do anything about it has prompted me to write my first ever review. If they choose to act honestly I will modify/​remove my review to account for that. However, at this point, this has been my experience. Spend your money at a better club where they won’t repeatedly screw up your bill and then steal your money.

Just thinking about this venue irks me LOL.
First we got two glasses of wine…$ 28. The person next to me got a Jack/​Coke and a beer…$ 14. How is that possible?
Second, has this place considered actually using the A\C? It was SO hot, there was a man with sweaty arms that kept bumping into me (*shudder*), and it was PACKED. Turn up the damn A/​C! Apparently — as I learned from a former employee — there is a wall that lifts and exposes an outdoor patio. Why not do that? That would’ve made the whole experience a lot better.
Also, security (or whoever) needs to do a better job at watching the idiots that decide they want to get stupid-​drunk and start a mosh pit even when the type of music doesn’t call for one. I can’t tell you how many people got hurt. I thought my pink toe was broken, I saw a girl’s nose bleed, and my friend fell and almost took the stage speaker down with her.

It sounded unusual when the Bunkhouse shows were moved to Sayers Club and the experience of attending Savages convinced me to never return. Tickets (sold by Sayers Club, not the Bunkhouse) said 9pm start. Upon arrival, the ticket agent said doors weren’t until 10pm because they had another show in progress. The manager informed us the band would be on by 11pm. At 11:30pm, the band finally took the stage after 100 or so fans stood near the makeshift stage in a freezing «ultra lounge» that was being filled with club goers. I cannot imagine a worse environment to see the post-​punk Savages. The town will never take root as a music city for non-DJ’s if this is the best we have to offer them. The staff were pleasant but the club is not ready to host rock and roll concerts.

The Sayers Club at SLS is more lounge than club. It’s dark inside and the floor is mostly occupied by sofas and tables, which are reserved of course. I didn’t see a dance floor per se, most people casually danced where they stood. The vibe felt pretty low-​key. There isn’t any raging going on here. The Sayers Club was full of people on a Saturday night. Conversation still required some effort because of the music volume though. Speaking of music, it’s all over the place! Case in point — a Micheal Jackson single was followed by an 80’s hairband song, then a tired Lil John song came on. Huh?
It was easy enough to order a drink at the bar and the drinks were free that night because our group had secured drink tickets. From what I understand now, however, only Life Nightclub accepts drink tickets now. Bummer. The hours are limited for a strip venue, so make sure you double check it’s open before venturing out here.
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The place was nice but super smoky! Even when they open the big door you could still smell it.

Great vibe, great music, this place no longer feels like Sarah. But here is why I’m forever never coming in here again, my one rule in life I hold dear in life is access to free water because its required by law. But when I go up to a bar and you refuse to give a simple glass of water and try to force me to pay 8 dollars for a bottle with no refills, you have lost future business, they couldn’t even tell me where I could get some, so I went too the bar right inside the casino and got it for free and then I can’t even bring it back in… Good day.

Ugh… really!!! Well I’m finally out of THAT demographic range, and thankfully, so! I lasted all 7 minutes here with 1 drink that was soooo watered down with some fruity sugar crap. I wouldn’t even trust this place to give me a proper shot of Burbon!

I had SUCH a good time here, and I will definitely be back! This is a beautiful, dark lounge, not so typical for Vegas. Luckily, we had a connection that could get us seated on one of the comfy leather couches without buying a bottle (and with drink tickets, to boot!). The standout here was the music, though! We arrived before the band began, and were treated to a DJ spinning old school hip hop, R&B, and pop. But when the band opened with Ginuwine’s «Pony,» I knew I had found my new spot! They played a variety of tunes, from 80s, to R&B, to rock– all high energy, live music. The only downside is that there isn’t a dance floor to speak of, but most people just busted a move right where they stood. Well played, Sayers Club!

THIS PLACE IS FUCKING AWESOME!
Imagine a small whiskey bar, with looooong dark curtains in every corner, shedding out every inch of light… other than the proposed soft, seducing colored lighting — enclosing the sounds of rock, RnB, soul & jazz — beautiful people every which way you turn — from model-​like bartenders to stunning Bottle waitresses. Leather couches to prop yourselves on while you watch and LISTEN to the live band play tunes you could only recognize from your adolescence/​childhood; bottles of crown & goose before you… crazy flashing light sticks from the club next door in your hands (who knows how we got them)…You almost feel like you’re being sucked into a different world… almost as if this place has been soaked in it’s own brand of debauchery…
Something I’d take part of any chance I’d get!
I give MAAAAAJOR props to the artists that performed here the night I was here (12/5)…YOU ARE EXTREMELY TALENTED!
I was honestly disappointed when it came to an end! My God, I’d have stayed there til the sun came up and then some… just to hear those vibratious voices.
I would upload videos… but my phone sucks at recording such unique sounds… so the end product isn’t what I’d thought to be :-/​But having been there… DAMNIT! I’d do it again and again and again and AGAIN! .You cats are AMAZING beyond belief.
And the sound guy!!! Maaaaaaan… You were working it that night! Everything sounded SUPERB. Fucking extravagant. Props to you as well!!!
Best believe I’ll be in for one mo’ gin! Five stars just ain’t enough…

For me, customer service is everything, at Sayers Club it isn’t. If you have questions, issues, work with your patron, and they’ll be loyal to you. Don’t refuse, or say no. Sorry. Tough. Especially when it’s a reasonable request.
I originally intended on attending a Hollywood event by Sayers, but after finishing buying a ticket, I noticed the ticket was for Las Vegas. Your website redirected me to Vegas instead of Hollywood. This is a programming error, I selected Hollywood.
All I asked is for a refund, exchange, or something, so I can go to Hollywood instead of Vegas. I still wanted to be a patron, but instead, I get a flat out no. We don’t do that.
Blanket policies are the worst, it shows you don’t care about your customer and only want the money. So enjoy my $ 90 Sayers SLS, I won’t be attending. I hope it was worth losing a customer for life.
I’ll be sure to tell plenty of other people to avoid you at all costs as well.

The ONLY reason .and I repeat the ONLY reason I stepped foot in this pretentious, Anglo filled, whack club was because my aunt was turning 60 and someone told her they «knew someone» that was performing at an R&B club on the strip and could «get us in». I KNEW this was a mistake when I pulled up and walked in.
The gin and tonic was $ 16.00 — the same amount I just paid for a MEAL at a BUFFET. get the _​_​_​_​_​out of here! There were all of these «VIP» areas filled to the brim with teeny tiny dresses, weak suit jackets, over processed blonde hair and «bros».The VIP booths were $ 550.00 for a love seat sized couch and a bottle with setups. NO thanks. I stood and looked mad.
Then the «R&B» performer comes on stage and he looks like Jason Mraz and kicks his «R&B» set off with Calvin Harris’ «Blame». are you kidding me. what kind of R&B is this?
I was so grossed out. that I apologized to my aunt (who I think was so utterly & totally confused at this point as to what was happening that she was frozen in place) and told her that I was going to play some penny slots and I would meet them when they were ready to go. So i proceeded to leave. find my lucky penny machine and drink FREE DRINKS for the rest of the night.
What a waste of my good jeans.

Date & Time: Friday November 14, 2014 @ Midnight
Location: SLS Casino Level
Scene: Groups of Guys in Fitted Shirts & Girls in Sparkly Bebe MiniDresses w/​Stilettos
Music: Live DJ
Décor: Luxurious Lounge, Ornate Chandeliers, Dark Wood, Leather Banquettes, Impressive Stage
Imbibe: Grey Goose Table Service

I rarely do night life, let alone make an effort on a day I’m coming back into town after vacation. I played tourist today and came straight from arriving to Sayers because Miguel Migs, Marques Wyatt, Mark Farina with live vocals of Lisa S were spinning and a few friends wanted to go.
It’s a small indoor space with a majority being couches for bottle service and a stamp sized «dancefloor» in front of the stage. It does have a nice long patio overlooking the street.
The bar seems to be better than the average night club selection and their cocktail menu looks decent. I did not try a cocktail because I’m currently on a alcohol free cleanse of sorts.
The sound quality inside was definitely good. I am a fan that they are bringing in acts that I don’t see headlining other clubs and lounges often.
It is what it is. If someone interesting is coming to play, I would probably be blowing through, otherwise it’s not a place I would crave and seek out to hang.

I think some of the other reviewers don’t really get this place and probably aren’t the target demographic. I’m from LA and have been to the Hollywood location numerous times over the years.
This isn’t a club. It’s not a place to go dancing. It’s not even really a place to pick up girls/​guys, although that might happen if you play your cards right.
It’s a place designed to experience music in an intimate, upscale setting with friends over drinks. Target demographic is mid-20’s professional — late 30’s professional. (Girls closer to 21 are, obviously, always appreciated). It’s a place where the clientele wouldn’t need to be told that sofas are reserved for bottle service.
This venue has all the familiar elements of the LA location: plush leather sofas and a somewhat industrial feel. But, in typical Vegas fashion, it’s a bit bigger.
I had a great time this weekend, but I knew what I was expecting when I arrived. Since my wife and I were guests of the SLS, we got in free and didn’t wait in line.
What’s ultimately going to make or break this place are the musical acts they can lure here. I’ve seen Prince perform at the LA location. Nothing like seeing an artist on the level of Prince in a setting with less than 150 people.
I’ll keep my eye on this place to see how it progresses.

Visited the Sayers Club and the other establishments inside SLS opening week. It was a Monday night.
We parked at 9:30 in the garage, after the valet said they were «full» with their hands out. Valet was almost empty, and this new crew of newbies (admittedly not any of the few veterans of the industry I understand they did hire) was obviously hustling the property for $ 20 tips to park. I’m not adverse to having a $ 20 option on a crowded night, but you drive past the valet lot on the way into the garage — empty. This kind of thing tends to happen when the typical clientele is not tipping, and the valets want to park less and get paid more.
We arrived at Sayers Club at 9:40 p.m. They had already done last call!
We walked through the bar and to the outside area. It looks nicer from the street. The design is disjointed and partially blocked off by other event space. We got the canned speech about the ‘battle of the bands’ they plan to have as nightly entertainment. Sounds like high school approach to what is billed as a sophisticated venue — no thanks. And what’s with closing at 9:30 on ‘school nights’? They told me they will only be open later Thurs, Fri, Sat. What a joke.
SUGGESTIONS:
I’ve been here 45 years. I worked at the Sahara 35 years ago. I have friends who worked there when it closed, and work there now. The PR says SLS is after locals. Ok, let’s get local then.
1. No ‘school nights’ hours. Stay open until at least midnight, better 2am
2. Put a dress code in the club. No slobs. Grown men have no business wearing shorts into a restaurant or bar. Get serious.
3. No ‘battle of the bands’ BS, no ‘dueling piano’s’ hustle. Get sophisticated lounge singers and musicians which you will find at La Casa Cigar Lounge, The Barrymore, Zebra Lounge and others. Not background music, but not loud either — sophisticated. Grownups like to have conversations while we have a serious drink. If you want serious bucks spent, don’t cater to the mating rituals of the twenty-​somethings.
4. Iron out that patio deal. Get rid of the gates or whatever that is and get some good seating out there, with no piped music unless there is no live music inside, and if you do pipe it in, make it sophisticated sound.
The slogan of SLS is «Be Legendary». Sayers Club is the high end bar at the SLS, and is far from legendary.
But it could be. Opening week is tough, and there are always bugs to work out. I hope they step up. I’d be back if they do.