Dining at Circus Circus: in‑house restaurants and bars
Circus Circus Hotel, Casino & Theme Park offers a wide range of on‑site dining from casual 24‑hour fare at Big Top Eats to a dinner‑only signature option, THE Steakhouse. You’ll also find a family‑friendly Circus Buffet, a Pizzeria for made‑to‑order pies, coffee and sweets outlets, and several bars serving cocktails and frozen drinks.
In this guide
Signature dining: THE Steakhouse
THE Steakhouse is Circus Circus’s dinner‑only, signature steakhouse on the casino level. It focuses on dry‑aged, mesquite‑grilled steaks, prime rib, lobster tail and seafood, with steaks grilled in the center of the dining room.
Hours are dinner only: Monday–Friday 4:00 PM–9:00 PM, Saturday 4:00 PM–10:00 PM, and Sunday 4:00 PM–9:00 PM. A smart casual dress code is recommended and reservations can be made via OpenTable or the concierge.
- Menu highlights: Filet Mignon, Porterhouse, prime rib, lobster tail, oysters on the half shell
- Typical entree price range: generally above $30 (check current menu for specifics)
- Location: casino level of Circus Circus
| Open nights | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon–Fri | 4:00 PM–9:00 PM |
| Sat | 4:00 PM–10:00 PM |
| Sun | 4:00 PM–9:00 PM |
Family and casual: Circus Buffet and Pizzeria
Circus Buffet is the on‑site all‑you‑can‑eat buffet serving breakfast/brunch and dinner across stations that include seafood, Italian and American comfort foods plus a salad bar. It’s aimed at families and groups looking for variety.
The Pizzeria serves made‑to‑order pizzas, calzones, salads and sandwiches for dine‑in or takeout, with later weekend hours. Both venues are casual and suitable for children.
- Circus Buffet typical hours: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM and 4:30 PM–10:00 PM (some listings show daily service; check concierge for current times)
- Pizzeria hours: typically 11:00 AM–11:00 PM (Fri–Sat until 1:00 AM); in‑room delivery is available during certain hours
- Circus Buffet price note: published listings show buffet breakfast around $20–$30 for adults and $14–$20 for children (confirm current pricing with the hotel)
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Circus Buffet | Breakfast/brunch & dinner |
| Pizzeria | Lunch & dinner; late hours Fri–Sat |
24‑hour and grab‑and‑go options
For late‑night or round‑the‑clock needs, Big Top Eats (listed as a 24‑hour deli‑style eatery) offers sandwiches, soups, salads, burgers and breakfast items. This is the go‑to for after‑hours snacks or early departures.
Several quick‑service and branded outlets are on property for coffee and sweets or fast food, helpful between pool time, the Adventuredome and the casino floor.
- Big Top Eats: open 24 hours daily, deli‑style menu
- Coffee & sweets: Starbucks, Krispy Kreme, Einstein Bros Bagels, Cocolini (gelato)
- Fast food and quick service: Burger King, Popeyes, Pick Up Stix, and Blue Iguana (Mexican express at select times)
| Outlet | Typical offering |
|---|---|
| Big Top Eats | 24‑hour sandwiches, breakfast, burgers |
| Starbucks / Einstein Bros / Krispy Kreme | Coffee, bagels, donuts |
| Pick Up Stix / Popeyes / Burger King | Quick Asian, fried chicken, burgers |
Bars, frozen drinks and sports viewing
If you want drinks or a place to watch sports, Circus Circus has several bar options. West Bar operates 24 hours in the casino and serves cocktails, beer and spirits with TVs for sporting events.
Big Chill is the property’s frozen cocktail bar, serving colorful slush drinks in collectible glasses as well as draft and bottled beer. There are also other specialty bars such as the Flair Bar and Sports Book Bar noted in property listings.
- West Bar: open 24 hours, casino setting with TVs
- Big Chill: frozen cocktails and beer; a second Big Chill location sits near the Adventuredome entrance
- Other on‑site bars: Sports Book Bar, Flair Bar, Pool Bar (seasonal at the Splash Zone)
| Bar | Feature |
|---|---|
| West Bar | 24‑hour casino bar, sports on TV |
| Big Chill | Frozen cocktails; collectible glasses |
| Pool Bar | Seasonal drinks at Splash Zone |
Poolside and family food options
Pool access for registered hotel guests is free and the Splash Zone area includes a seasonal poolside snack service (often noted as Splash Snacks). Towels are provided, and cabanas and inner tubes/rafts can be rented separately.
Poolside offerings are typically casual — snacks, sandwiches and cold drinks — and hours and availability change seasonally. For precise pool‑bar hours and cabana booking, check with the front desk or concierge.
- Poolside snack options: food truck/snack bar service at the Splash Zone
- Cabanas, towels and inner tubes/rafts are available for rent (availability varies)
- Pool and Splash Zone hours are seasonal; lifeguards are on duty and certain slides have height minimums
| Service | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Snack bar / food truck | Casual pool snacks and drinks |
| Cabanas & rentals | Available for booking; seasonal |
| Lifeguards & rules | Height rules for slides; children supervision requirements |
Planning tips: hours, reservations and dietary needs
Hours for many quick‑service outlets vary; the concierge or front desk is the best source for up‑to‑date opening times. THE Steakhouse takes reservations and is dinner‑only, while Circus Buffet and the Pizzeria have published hours that can change.
If you have dietary restrictions, contact the restaurant or the hotel ahead of time. Buffet and deli formats provide options for picky eaters and families, but the property does not publish full allergen or special‑menu policies in the general listings.
- Confirm current hours at check‑in or via concierge — hours listed online can vary by season
- Make reservations for THE Steakhouse to secure preferred dining times
- Ask staff about allergy‑friendly preparation or ingredient lists when ordering
| When to check | Why |
|---|---|
| Before arrival | Reserve THE Steakhouse; confirm buffet hours |
| At check‑in | Get updated hours, in‑room dining options and delivery times |
| During stay | Ask concierge about special events, seasonal menus or closures |
