Las Vegas Mixtape v2: Diving Into the City’s Culinary Gems and Top-Shelf Entertainment

Track #1: Starburst Parlor on West Charleston Blvd

Is the fabulously named Starburst Parlor a new hotel speakeasy or retro-themed downtown bar? Think again. Turns out it’s a keto bakery/coffee shop near Frankie’s Tiki Room on West Charleston Blvd. The place aims to hit your sweet spot with sugar-free and gluten-free options, including pizza.

The proudly “woman-owned” Starburst opened in May 2020, during the early days of the pandemic—and it looks to be a thriving business. The pink-accented spot dazzles with its vintage-groovy furniture, atomic design touches, and an old jukebox filled with singles like “Because” by The Dave Clark Five and “I Miss You So” by Little Anthony & the Imperials.

Stopping in recently, I had the dream-inducing Rocky Road “Two Spoons” ice cream and floated out with their delightful red velvet and German chocolate cupcakes. No doubt my doctor, who has told me to “watch the sugar,” will be pleased.