A Taste of Buena Park and Las Vegas

Joslyn Rakes, Reporter

October 21, 2024

Places in Buena Park and Las Vegas.

Whether you’re just passing by or searching for a meal or a snack, there’s always something delicious just around the corner. Here are some highly recommended spots to satisfy your cravings on your travels between California and Las Vegas.

Gudetama Cafe: In Buena Park, California, lies the Gudetama Cafe. This cafe offers customers unique egg related dishes as well as adorable and humorous decor. The cafe’s enjoyable atmosphere makes it a must-visit.

Xiao Long Dumplings: Nevada is home to many hidden gems, especially in Chinatown. One standout is Xiao Long Dumplings. If you’re in the mood for delicious Asian cuisine, this place should be at the top of your list.

Gong Cha Boba: Just around the corner from Xiao Long Dumplings in Chinatown, Nevada, is Gong Cha, a sweet boba tea spot with interesting seasonal flavors. It’s a perfect stop for a refreshing drink.

Greenhouse Smoothie Bar and Eatery: In Rhodes Ranch, Nevada, you’ll find the Greenhouse Smoothie Bar and Eatery, a cozy cafe with a comfy vibe. This eatery is ideal for brunch and hanging out with friends.

Nielsen’s Frozen Custard: Located within the Durango Casino & Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, is Nielsen’s Frozen Custard. Nielsens offers customers delicious frozen treats. They offer overloaded cups of frozen custard as well as pints to go. Making it a fantastic spot for dessert lovers.

Matiki Island BBQ: Tucked into Spring Valley, Nevada, is Matiki Island BBQ. Matiki Island BBQ serves their customers some tropical flavors, along with island vibes. I especially recommend this place as they serve Dole Whip along with Hawaiian Sun.

Cafe 86: Another place to stop by is Cafe 86 located in Spring Valley, Nevada. This cafe expresses flavors originating from the Philippines. More specifically, they bring focus on a common yam used in the Philippines known as ube.

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Joslyn Rakes

Joslyn Rakes, a freshman majoring in Multimedia and Communications at Las Vegas Academy of the Arts, is eager to create fun and inspiring articles. She aims to spark creativity and motivation among her fellow students through her writing.