Bardot Brasserie

Bardot Brasserie is a mid-priced French restaurant located in the restaurant alcove on the second floor of Aria Resort and Casino. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, it offers a popular brunch from 9 AM to 2 PM on days it’s open. However, I visited for their Happy Hour, available 5–7 PM each day they operate. Neighboring upscale spots like Carbone and Jean Georges Steakhouse share this prime alcove location at Aria, which makes Bardot part of a refined culinary lineup.

If you plan to take advantage of this limited Happy Hour, arriving right at 5 PM is key. Within minutes of opening, the bar area can fill up quickly—especially when conventions are in town and Aria’s foot traffic is high. They do accept reservations, so it might be worth booking if you can’t arrive exactly at five. Keep in mind that there are few other Happy Hours at Aria—just Cathedrale and Proper Eats—so Bardot’s attracts quite a crowd.

Their Happy Hour menu is somewhat modest, mostly featuring appetizer-style dishes rather than full entrées. The drink offerings revolve around beer, wine, and cocktails crafted with brandy, vodka, or mezcal. Curiously, there’s no whiskey option, which may disappoint some. Following my usual tradition, I asked for the most popular picks: the Moulin Rouge cocktail and the Heritage Pâté Melt. The cocktail had a pleasant blend of flavors, and the melt was flavorful—though definitely on the smaller side, befitting a Happy Hour snack.

With the bar seating in high demand, the space can feel cramped. While the bartenders are attentive and efficient, the tight quarters prompted me to finish my food and drinks rather quickly before heading elsewhere. Still, if you’re craving a taste of French brasserie fare in a sophisticated, bustling setting, Bardot’s Happy Hour offers a glimpse of its menu at more approachable prices. Just be sure to arrive early, or secure a reservation, to fully enjoy the experience without feeling squeezed.