As most tourists know, you can find ice cream around every corner in Las Vegas..

But do you really want to pay $5 plus per scoop and leave underwhelmed?

Step off the Strip and visit the historic “roots” of Las Vegas located in Downtown. Once the epicenter of entertainment in the city, it’s now making a comeback with constant renovations, yet maintaining it’s vintage luster. Expect the foot traffic to dramatically increase in the next few years, due to Zappos establishing their headquarters here too!

Las Vegas used to be known for the great food deals which are almost extinct now because of the high demand for upscale and celebrity restaurants. It’s fairly easy to get a steal on room (unless you’re planning to attend when there’s a big convention in town), but you’ll have to look much harder to get good bang for your food buck.

If you’re hungry for one of the best banana splits around, travel over to the California Hotel & Casino (12 Ogden Avenue) and visit Lappert’s Ice Cream on the 2nd floor. Right across from Aloha Specialties, next to Vegas 808, this ice cream stop will knock your socks off guaranteed! Populated by Hawaiian natives, the ice cream here is rich and flavorful. The macadamia nut and chocolate combinations are some of the most unique flavors around. The banana split may be arguably the best sweet deal in Las Vegas! $5.50 for 3 scoops of ice cream, a whole banana, choice of syrup, whipped cream and cherry on top. For those looking to save some extra cash to play slots, you need to stop here!

Inside the California Hotel & Casino
12 Ogden Ave
Las Vegas, NV
702-385-1222

Lappert’s Ice Cream