Next time you’re seeking a dose of sophistication on the Strip, you might want to look up. Waldorf Astoria’s newly renovated Peacock Alley and Hard Shake take it to the next level—the 23rd floor, that is.
The non-gaming, non-smoking Hilton property’s multimillion-dollar renovation kicked off in spring 2024, transforming what was formerly known as Waldorf’s tea lounge into a polished and luxurious cocktail bar and lounge. While it still offers afternoon tea service (sandwiches or scones, anyone?), Peacock Alley offers an expanded cocktail menu. Try teatails or cocktails inspired by the golden era of Hollywood glam, with signatures like the Olivier ($22) with Still gin, lemon, rosemary-infused dry vermouth and black olive oil, or the Audrey ($24) with Ketel One Oranje, Kahlua, espresso and dulce de leche.
Afternoon tea easily bleeds into an evening of cocktails given that just a set of double doors separate Peacock Alley from Hard Shake. The lounges share the same food menu featuring tuna “cigars” with sesame “ash” and citrus caviar ($26), succulent honey shrimp with candied walnuts ($38), osetra caviar atop flattened tater tots with chive and crème fraîche ($48), truffled pommes frites ($22) and more. However, where Peacock Alley is white marble, glass artwork and muted blues and greys, Hard Shake is distinct in all obsidian, gold and metal accents. And its drinks set it apart, too.
With a dual focus on tradition and innovation, Hard Shake’s cocktails are crafted meticulously. The Dragons Treasure for two ($50) is presented in a smoking treasure chest lit from within and satisfies with a spirit-forward mix of mezcal, Komos Rosa and ginger liqueur. The Golden Hour ($26) with Veuve Cliquot, almond and mandarin liqueur and lemon bitters is perfect for taking in the sunset over the Strip.
That’s what Peacock Alley and Hard Shake also have in common—floor to ceiling windows with some of the best views in the city.
PEACOCK ALLEY Waldorf Astoria, 702-590-8888. Sunday-Monday 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.- 9 p.m., afternoon tea service Wednesday-Sunday.
HARD SHAKE Waldorf Astoria, 702-590-8888. Tuesday-Thursday 6 p.m.-12 a.m., Friday-Saturday 6 p.m.-2 a.m.
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