Village Pub and Poker

My third time here. First time just to stop by for a quick breakfast. Second time last Friday for a well deserved cocktail and the bartender Sally was mucho accommodating plus I won money… bonus. Today I decided to stop in for lunch and met Shauntel. What a super amazing bartender! I use to be a bartender for years and it’s hard to come by a good one. I was greeted with a very warm hello and smile, then told her I’d be right back because I needed to get my coat out of my car and without hesitation she said «no, here wear my sweater!». If your in the industry or have ever been… you know a GREAT bartender. I’ve been here for the past three hours and her smile, energy and mojo hasn’t changed at all to every patron here! I found my new home away from home. This could be a really good or bad thing. Lol. But don’t miss coming here and being treated like royalty.

This Village Pub has gotten so much better now that Michelle is a server. She is on the ball, friendly and gets your good out fast.
Great steak and egg breakfast for $ 6 99 on weekends.

The worst choice this business has made was to make you come in to order for pickup. The whole point of ordering to go is to be able to come when the food is ready. I’m not sure if this is because the waitress is lazy, or there is poor management. We used to enjoy his restaurant as an alternative to fast food, now it has made itself pointless because it’s good is little else.

Love the BBQ Riibs. One of the best in town. They don’t like to go orders thou. They charge a to 4.00 Togo fee. Tacky. Sorry that I can’t eat in all the time. Really bad thou. The usual location got rid of the restaurant and NW have to drive 10 minutes to get makes it not much worth trip.

We were invited by one of our neighbors, thought, sure… will give it a shot. Village Pub is affiliated with Ellis Island… translation…you can get a pint of El Weiss (Hefe brewed at Ellis Island Brewery) without driving down to Koval. Service was prompt and friendly. Had the Fish & Chips, huge portions. Easy to get to, corner of Eastern and Wigwam, and easy parking. We noticed they have a decent Happy Hour 1 – 3 & 11 – 3 M-​F where you can get EIB Drafts for $ 2.50, plus app promos. I like the EIB beers but dislike having to go down to Ellis Island. Winner all around.

I’ve been coming here for years. the chicken pot pie the best. if you like fish and chips they are really great too. Their happy hour specials are great for someone on a budget. Most of the wait staff know what they’re doing. And if Jamie is in the bar go say hi she makes a really good drink.

Food is mediocre. Service super slow… The wait staff just stands around while patrons are staring at them trying to get their attention. The only reason i keep coming… Cuz they have descent prices.
Will i come back… Sure for take out only…

We were in Vegas visiting family and we met a few of them at the Village Pub for dinner on our last night. We had a group of six and were seated at a large round table right in the middle of the restaurant side because we had kids with us. They have a full bar and a selection of Ellis Island beers (I guess they own this location along with their other casino). Our drink order did take longer than what I was expecting since there were so few diners that night, but the beers were tasty so that was easily overlooked. We tried their Light Beer and their Stout beer and they were both delicious and we ordered more of them later on. We placed our order and everything came out quickly and correctly from the kitchen for all six of us.
I ordered the Bleu Burger which came with bleu cheese, bacon and sauteed mushrooms on a ciabatta roll (YUM). The sweet potato tots are delicious and are more dessert like than sweet potato fry like. They were tossed in a cinnamon sugar mix. I didn’t try the gravy, but everyone else that had it said it was delicious and they would order it again. The wait staff was courteous and attentive without checking on us too much. If you’re looking for good bar food away from the craziness of the strip, this is a good place to check out!

Very clean but definitely geared towards an older senior type crowd. Nobody talks to eachother and seems very sterile … bartenders are nice and food is good.

Omg! All I have to say is Chicken Fried Steak! Best I have ever had! Ever! It is actually made with a yummy pork tenderloin as opposed to the usual grisly chewy yucky piece of pounded out meat. Served with garlic mash and veggies. Atmosphere is nice too as it is not clubby, lots of great televisions and super nice staff. Our bartender Roly was really fun and friendly as well. He also suggested our amazing apple cobbler dessert. Yum!!! Also kinda cool that they are the same owners as Ellis Island. That means same fantastic beer and even root beer!

I was very dissapoint this was a very good spot for me and my friend and outta the last 2 times I’ve been there the food was terrible and I had instant a stomach ach.

I now see why these older people spend all their money gambling at this establishment because the food is solid and the service is five stars. My sisters and I came here a few times for brunch and a little gambling, the bartenders we’re all friendly and kind throughout our experience. They even comped our food without being asked because of the money we spent gambling. I would definitely come back here and hope that Shantel or Sally would be our bartender. Way to go Village Pub!

I cannot believe I am the duke of this place…
We went to eat here arriving at 8:30 on Thursday evening and the restaurant was CLOSED??? Are you kidding me, it is never closed before 9:30 or 10pm.
I asked the waiter why it was closed and he said they were not taking any more tables only on weekends it stays open late, BS, it closed at 10pm.
I asked the Bartender and she told me they normally stop taking tables at 8:45ish during the week… I replied we were there at 8:30 and refused service… Well it may be time to find a new favorite place as this place does not seem to want any business in the non smoking part after 8:30 or whenever the servers decide they are done.
EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED…

My 100^th review on Unilocal and what do you know, bang, 5 stars.
Love this little local joint. Breakfast steak and eggs, $ 6.99
More importantly, the steak was great. Would definitely go back. Can’t wait!

We go here every Saturday and sit in the bar area for brunch. The bartender Shauntel is the best ever. She knows us, our order, makes our drinks and puts the order in each time expertly. We actually like the entire staff there as well. I get the same thing every time, the Loaded Skillet with eggs over medium and sour dough toast. She also makes us a mean bloody mary, which are only $ 2.50. This is one of the only places I know in Vegas where you can smoke while you are waiting and eat a great breakfast to boot.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE
It takes a Village to bring good food and fun times with decent prices to the people. Throughout the Las Vegas Valley, when it comes to good food and fun times at decent prices, and a down to earth bar to enjoy an Ellis Island beer, the Village Pub has the people covered.
Ever since I moved to the Las Vegas area in 2004, I have been a fan of the Village Pub. It was in the last year that I really spent time in a Village Pub at the Desert Shores location before and after walking along the ethereal shores of Lake Jacqueline. I predict a review for this location in the near future. The thing is that Desert Shores is around twenty miles from my place. The Eastern Avenue at Wigwam Lane Village Pub is convenient to my work and home. During the past three late Saturday afternoons I spent time here after work. Each of the three times spent here, I intentionally ordered a different entrée. This review is a report of my three experiences here in the month of January, 2015.
January 17:
As soon as I walked inside, I set eyes on a chalkboard menu displaying the outstanding daily specials. Recently on a Friday in the Desert Shores Village, I ordered the $ 8.99 fried shrimp special and truly relished every bite. Once I looked at the regular menu, there was no need for the Saturday $ 13.99 rib special.
Once you walk inside this Village, you feel like you are dining in England. This is a divided Village with a smoky bar separated from a smoke free restaurant. The interior of the restaurant is dark red with walls adorned with paintings and tvs. In its unique way minus windows it is a Village in a world of its own.
I ordered the Greek Penne Pasta ($ 9.99). It included soup or salad. I ordered the cup of the cream of broccoli soup. On all three soups, cream of broccoli was the soup. The Greek Penne Pasta with the chicken and penne pasta was decent. But the coffee needs improvement.
January 24:
The speed of service is not their strong point. Their were some long gaps in service. Especially from finishing the meal to the check. But in the Village, people are not rushed.
I ordered the Chicken Francise ($ 10 .99). Instead of the soup I ordered the house salad. The Chicken Francise was a good choice. On the plate was a sufficient portion of a chicken cutlet sautéed in lemon, white wine, butter, and garlic, over rice pilaf and veggies. It was both delicious and filling making my taste buds feel like a Baron of the Village. I was looking forward to my next experience here.
After the diner, I hung out in the bar. I enjoyed an Ellis Island lite draft while playing Keno. What I don’t like about the bar is that they discourage you from paying when you get the beer. This isn’t the most persistent service which results in a wait from when you want to hit the road to when you can pay. Overall Jamie is a good bartender.
January 31:
Today I opted for the fish & chips ($ 9.99 and soup or salad $ 1.99 extra). I had overheard the servers telling the customers that the fish & chips are their favorite. The menu boasts that it is simply the best for over forty years. Their three large fish & chips are Icelandic cod dipped in a beer batter sauce made from Ellis Island beer. As I delved into their fish and chips I enjoyed the taste of the Icelandic cod dipped in tarts sauce between bites of steak fries and sips of Coke. But it wasn’t the best. How could it be? When I chow down on fish & chips, cole slaw is the food companion of choice. I strongly think that Cole slaw would of improved the fish & chips dinner. In my opinion hitherto now, Miller’s Ale House serves the best fish & chips.
After the dinner, I hung out in the bar. It was a similar experience to the 17^th.
The Village is in my future:
There are dinner entrees that I am looking forward to enjoying at a Village Pub in the future. They include the pasta mariana with meatballs, chicken parmesan, and a burger. What I anticipate happening is that I will be enjoying them in a different Village Pub regardless that I am a fan of this location. Preferably this location will be along the ethereal shores of Lake Jacqueline and or another Village that I will become acquainted with.

Hmm I’d love to give this place a higher rating, but one of their «company policies» holds me back. On Christmas, after spending the day with family a few friends and I decided to hit up our local bar for some after Christmas libations… and after a few hours we found ourselves very hungry. I guess eating non-​stop for the last few days had our tummies trained. Unfortunately, the kitchen was closed for xmas so the bartender recommended Village Pub and this was the closest location. I downloaded the menu and called to confirm takeout. I spoke to Jamie on the phone and she informed me that she could not take my order over the phone. I would have to come down in person before she could take the order. This was really frustrating as we were only a few blocks down the street and it would have been nice to place the order, so that when I arrived it would be ready. I had already volunteered to go pick it up. Completely inconvenient to wait until I arrive to be able to place the order and then sit at the bar while the food is made. I was appreciative that they were serving food on Christmas, but this company policy will limit my return in the future, regardless of how good the food.
Another complaint that I had… I ordered the Prime Rib Special at$ 15.99, but was informed that there would be a $ 2.00 up charge for takeout. I don’t really understand the logic behind a $ 2.00 up charge on the special, especially because it was more expensive that either of the other entrees ordered (Steak and Shrimp $ 12.99 or Chicken Parmesan $ 12.49) I was also charged $.50 for cheese on my baked potato. I just feel like this is all in poor taste.
Once I arrived at the bar, Jamie was very friendly. She made me a $ 4 Vodka/​Water while I waited for the food. Obviously, I don’t hold her accountable since she informed me this was all company policy… I mean you can’t really argue with that.
As far as the food, it was ok. We were hungry and it definitely did the job. I did appreciate that Jamie or the kitchen staff made sure to include creamy horseradish for my prime rib and extra sour cream for my baked potato. There was also lemon that we assumed was for the fish. That was a very nice touch.
Staff and Food = 4 stars, Company Policy = 2 stars. Overall = 3 stars.

Has a dark, shabby feel of someplace that had their heyday in the ‘50s.
Very super slow service. The place wasn’t even that full of people. But the server was slow AND forgetful. We (and other customers) had to ask for things more than once. A meal that should have only taken 45 minutes to an hour took two hours, due to the slow service.
We were seated right away, because you’re allowed to seat yourself.
We got menus in about 5 minutes.
It was another 20 minutes or so before our order was taken.
Then, the real waiting began. You know the jokes, «They’re waiting for the chicken to hatch.» Etc.
The chicken pot pie was LOADED with peas. It had WAY too many peas. Otherwise, it was good, but definitely not worth the wait.
My dining partner had a steak. He said it tasted okay, but he ordered it medium and it was clearly well done. He said it also was chewy like shoe leather.
We ordered a scoop of ice cream for dessert. How long does it take to get a scoop of ice cream? Apparently, it takes a really, really long time. The employees were chatting it up when they could have been scooping the dang ice cream.
Also, said ice cream, when it finally came, it had to be the cheapest brand they could find. It was just not right. Couldn’t eat it.

I’m going to start this off by saying that normally, I love this place. I live walking distance from here and frequent them at least once a week. This particular review is for one specific visit that just turned me off so much, I’m going to take a break from being a patron.
During Football season my friends and I like to come here to watch, especially the morning games on Sunday. The game specials are great! And we spend a few hours there for a great price. Not to mention the morning bartender is wonderful and we can’t wait to come back.
This past Sunday my team was playing the 5:30pm game, so the regular staff we’re used to wasn’t there, but we’ve had this bartender before and we put our orders in which came out in a timely manner. The issues started when the rest of our party arrived and things started picking up in the game.
The extra 3 people at my table put in there orders within 5 minutes of arriving; drinks came out quick, all was hunky dory. Then a few minutes later one of the teams scored a touchdown and a party across the bar cheered loudly for a moment and laughed because the rest of the bar was quiet. We laughed as well because we were cheering for the opposite team, then this was when things got weird?
The bartender (who is mentioned in another review concerning the same game) seriously scolded the cheering party for being «too loud» and said this wasn’t a «PTs or Kopper Keg». Excuse me? You’re a bar that has the game on THREE SCREENS one of which is a HUGE PROJECTION SCREEN. No one had complained, and in fact aside from my party and their party, there were a total of 3 other people in the bar, who also said out loud «None of us complained».
Needless to say this bartender acting this way was a total buzzkill, and not to mention my friends had waited almost 30 minutes for an order of chili cheese fries and 25 wings. Seriously?
We left and went to PTs since the bartender suggested it, and I like to be loud and actually be able to CHEER A FOOTBALL GAME without being scolded like a child. I will not be coming back when she’s at the bar, you can guarantee that.

Good food and good prices. We go here when we want comfort food. They serve generous portions. I usually can only eat half of my meal and take home leftovers. The breakfast is really good. I love their breakfast potatoes! The chicken pot pie is delicious! I have never had a bad meal here. They have daily specials that are a great deal!