While researching more upscale type dining options, I came across the daily evening happy hour (5:00/5:30-7:00 pm) at Comme Ça at Cosmopolitan. Never been there, but the reviews look good, and the view looks great. (Link: http://commecarestaurant.com/las-veg...py-hour-daily/)

This got me thinking... are there any other good happy hours at places with great views of the strip? What are your favorite "happy hours with a view?"

No happy hours but nice views at Mandarin Bar @ Mandarin Oriental.

Second the MO. I also like watching sunset from the cocktail bar at Mix at the top of The Hotel but probably not happy hour bargains there either.

I've dined on the patio at Mix and had drinks in the bar afterward, amazing experience and view! I'll be headed back up to the 64th floor for sure, as I'm staying a few nights at Mandalay. I'll keep MO in mind as well. I am looking for happy hours though, as my lovely lady has a fond appreciation of them.

How about happy hour drinks at Todd English PUB which is located inside Crystals then walk over to the MO? The MO is right next to Crystals since its a part of CityCenter. You can either walk around Aria's valet area or via pedestrian bridge.

Well, that certainly sounds like an idea worth considering. Thanks!

On a side/loosely related note, anybody ever been out to the Chateau terrace at Paris? I'm not really looking to do the nightclub thing on this trip, but I am intrigued by the terrace and night view of the strip. After all, I didn't "discover" the outdoor area at Pure until I was far too deep into the night...

Never been to the Chateau Terrace but you should visit Hyde during the day before it turns into a nightclub. You get some fantastic views of Paris and the Bellagio fountains.

Comme Ca happy hour is well worth trying for the food and drink, however there's no view of the strip from the lounge.

http://www.stratospherehotel.com/Tow...vel-107-Lounge

"Step into the Level 107 Lounge – located in the Stratosphere Tower, named “Best Place to View the City” by the Las Vegas Review-Journal – and experience an exhilarating new vision of Las Vegas nightlife! Your senses will be elevated by the fresh house beats of the hottest up-and-coming DJs while you take in the sights from 107 floors above the Strip. You will revel in newly designed elegance while enjoying 2-for-1 cocktails during early happy hour from 4pm to 7pm with half-off appetizers and late happy hour beginning at 10:30pm. Whether dancing to the hot house music or enjoying the best bottle service value on the Strip – you will see why Level 107 Lounge was named “Best Las Vegas Lounge” by 10best.com, a division of USA Today Travel."