Published by chinatownvegas.com
📅 July 7, 2025

Welcome to This Week in Chinatown!

Chinatown Fam! Spring Mountain Road is buzzing with flavor, culture, and community pride this Monday morning, July 7, 2025. Our Monday 9 AM publishing schedule brings you a full week’s guide to Chinatown Vegas (July 7–13, 2025), capturing Friday and Saturday’s buzz without splitting the weekend.

This week, we spotlight Ichiza’s izakaya legacy, groove to C.J. Shaman’s album release, introduce a Chinatown Advisory Council, and celebrate Chinatown’s vibrant future. Plus, don’t miss sizzling deals at 99 Ranch Market and 168 Market! Oh, and is a Chinatown Food Festival in the works?

Sizzle with spice, groove with the beat, and savor the flavors of issue 7-7! MONDAY, JULY 7!

🎵 Live Performance Vibes: Music and Dance

Live Performance Vibes: Music and Dance Take the Stage

The Sand Dollar Lounge
Located at 3355 Spring Mountain Rd, The Sand Dollar Lounge is Chinatown’s go-to for craft pizzas, cocktails, and live music every night with no cover charge. This week, Spring Mountain Road rocks with a can’t-miss event:

• Tuesday, July 8: [C.J. Shaman Album Release Party with The John Schreffler Band, 10:00 PM] – C.J. Shaman drops his single “El Diablo De Ocho” and album El Diablo, joined by Shooter Jennings and Duff McKagan’s backing band, featuring John Schreffler (guitar/pedal steel), Aubrey Richmond (fiddle), and Jamie Douglass (drums). Expect a powerhouse night of music and video premieres!

The Sand Dollar keeps the vibes going with live music seven nights a week. For the full calendar, visit thesanddollarlv.com/lounge.

Bonus Theatrical Highlight: Las Vegas Little Theatre
Located at 3920 Schiff Dr, Las Vegas Little Theatre brings Broadway to Chinatown with “The Pajama Game,” a Tony-winning classic featuring hits like “Steam Heat” and “Hernando’s Hideaway.” Sparks fly at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory with love, labor disputes, and dazzling dances.

• Friday, July 11: 7:00 PM
• Saturday, July 12: 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
• Sunday, July 13: 2:00 PM

Tickets: $35 ($20 for students). Call 702-362-7996 or visit lvlt.org.

Grab a drink at The Sand Dollar or a theater seat for “The Pajama Game.” Share your night with #ChinatownVegas! 🎵

Chinatown Karaoke Revealed: 8 Amazing Must-Visit Spots

🌟 Chinatown Spotlight

Shining a light on the vibrant heart of Chinatown. Stay tuned for this week’s business spotlight!

Ichiza: The OG Izakaya of Chinatown
Since the early 2000s, Ichiza, located on the second floor of the Plaza at 4355 Spring Mountain Rd, has been Las Vegas’ original Japanese izakaya, serving authentic comfort food with a handwritten wall menu and Tokyo-inspired vibe. Their traditional Japanese breakfast—grilled fish, steamed rice, miso soup, and pickled vegetables—sets them apart as a soul-warming gem.

Recently featured in Vegas Revealed’s “5 Must-Try Chinatown Spots,” Ichiza remains a cornerstone of Spring Mountain Road’s culinary legacy, drawing locals and tourists for late-night eats and nostalgic flavors.

Also Featured: ShangHai Taste, Fish With You, GYU+, and the Wreck Room!

Visit: Ichiza, Las Vegas’ first Izakaya -4355 Spring Mountain Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89102

🛍️ Shop Local & Save Big!

Sizzling Summer Deals: July 7–13, 2025!
Stock up on fresh produce, BBQ essentials, and tropical treats at 99 Ranch Market and 168 Market! These incredible savings, perfect for summer gatherings, are available all week at Chinatown’s top markets. Don’t miss out—shop local and savor the flavors!

99 Ranch Market – July 7–13, 2025
Located at 4155 Spring Mountain Rd, 99 Ranch Market brings unbeatable deals. Check 99ranch.com for full circulars.

• Beef Tomahawk (28-Day Dry Aged): $18.99/lb – Elevate your BBQ with premium cuts.
• 99 Ranch Mornin’ Lychee (20lb): $18.99/ea – Sweet, juicy, and perfect for summer.
• Yuki/Love Small Fruit Mochi (Green Tea/Red Bean): 2 for $3.00 – A delightful dessert.

168 Market – July 7–13, 2025
Located at 3455 S Durango Dr, 168 Market offers premium quality at low prices. Visit 168market.com for more.

• Philippine Dried Mango (M): $4.99/ea – A tropical snack favorite.
• Yuki/Love Small Fruit Mochi (Strawberry/Mango): 2 for $2.29 – Sweet and chewy treats.
• CJ Korean BBQ Sauce (Selected Varieties): $3.49/ea – Authentic flavors for grilling.

Shop this week at 99 Ranch Market and 168 Market, and share your haul with #ChinatownVegas! 🛍️

🔜 Coming Soon

A vibrant gateway to what’s next — Chinatown Vegas prepares to unveil its newest additions.

Chinatown’s Scene Heats Up
Spring Mountain Road is buzzing with new eats, nightlife, and a bold vision for our district. Get ready for these game-changing additions!

Chinatown’s Redevelopment Takes Shape!
Big news, Chinatown Fam! On July 1, 2025, Clark County launched a 10+ year plan to transform our district, led by Commissioner Justin Jones.

This isn’t just talk—phase one kicks off by Lunar New Year 2026 with a pedestrian walkway linking Chinatown Plaza and Shanghai Plaza. Phases two and three will deliver wider sidewalks, vibrant murals, lush trees, and safer roads, making Spring Mountain a global destination.

Chinatownvegas.com has championed this vision for over a decade, but community gripes highlight urgent needs: a 35 mph speed limit, no left turns from strip malls, fixed traffic lines, and patched potholes. These fixes are critical to keep our streets safe and welcoming now, not just in the future.

Kudos to Jones for driving this project! Stay tuned for updates in September at www.chinatownvegas.com.

Source/Link: www.chinatownvegas.com

New Flavors and Nightlife on Spring Mountain
Mukgo Nolza (Spring Mountain Rd) opens in 2025 with Asian cuisine and sci-fi karaoke vibes, while Shoo Loong Kan (Chinatown Plaza) nears completion with remodeled hotpot dining. Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori (Spring Mountain Rd) brings California’s legendary skewers, and Sea Harbour Seafood by Chef Tony (5780 Spring Mountain Rd) New glass front installation is complete as the opening nears.

Source/Link: chinatownvegas.com

More Coming Soon

• VT Mania, Pho Saigonese, Jones Station Karaoke: VT Mania teases a mysterious (possibly Vietnamese) spot, Pho Saigonese offers pho in the former Lamoon space with a soft opening soon, and Jones Station Karaoke brings sing-along nights, all on Spring Mountain Rd.
• 168 Market Plaza Rebuild: Post-fire, the Spring Mountain Center near 168 Market reborn with new stores, boosting Chinatown’s retail vibe. Check chinatownvegas.com for updates!

Follow chinatownvegas.com and @ChinatownVegas for the latest and share your excitement with #ChinatownVegas!

🎤 Community Corner

Highlighting the people and places that make our Chinatown special.

Chinatown Advisory Council: Your Voice, Our Future

Chinatown has long faced challenges—from limited parking and traffic congestion to a lack of direct representation. In response, a new grassroots effort is forming: the Chinatown Advisory Council, a dedicated committee created to help address community concerns through action and collaboration.

The council will meet monthly to discuss issues impacting the Chinatown district and work toward real solutions. Twelve founding members—representing a diverse cross-section of business owners, residents, and cultural leaders—have already committed to serve.

Plans are underway to expand the group to 15 total members to allow for broader input and stronger representation.

Why 15?

Diverse Voices: More members mean wider representation across businesses, age groups, and community sectors.

Greater Capacity: The council can take on more initiatives without overburdening individuals.

Stronger Solutions: A broader range of perspectives leads to more creative, practical outcomes.

📩 To get involved, submit agenda ideas, or express interest in joining, visit the Chinatown Advisory Council website or email info@chinatownadvisorycouncil.com

🚦 Chinatown Gripes

This week brings both celebration and urgent concerns for Chinatown. We’re thrilled that July 1st officially marked the start of the Chinatown redevelopment! We applaud Commissioner Jones for his strong support, a huge step forward for our community.

However, immediate action is still needed. While redevelopment projects are ongoing, we demand emergency “patch” repairs for the dangerous potholes now. This is an emergency, impacting daily commutes and posing significant safety hazards.

Furthermore, we must reiterate our long-standing plea to lower the speed limit on Spring Mountain Road to 35 MPH. Recent tragic motorcycle accidents near Spring Mountain and Decatur, echoing past fatalities, highlight the perilous environment created by high speeds in our bustling community. This isn’t a new concern; it’s an ongoing danger.

Given the history of severe accidents and increasing traffic, we urge an expedited process for this crucial safety measure. Lowering the speed limit would be an immediate step towards greater safety and can be implemented sooner.

Finally, we welcome the formation of the “Chinatown Advisory Council.” We hope they champion these immediate safety concerns as top priorities. The safety of our community cannot wait. Lowering the speed limit and repairing potholes are emergency measures long overdue.

Check out our Special Chinatown Redevelopment Issue from 2023

🎉 Explore More Chinatown

Explore More Chinatown — Your Adventure Starts Here!
Dive into Chinatown’s vibrant energy with our exclusive online guides, unlocking hidden gems, authentic flavors, and rich stories on Spring Mountain Road. Discover intimate gaming spots like video poker bars and cozy sportsbooks, master Kung Fu or Taekwondo at premier dojos, or trace Chinatown’s legacy from humble roots to Las Vegas’ cultural heartbeat.

Visit chinatownvegas.com for these guides, share your adventures with #ChinatownVegas, and keep exploring!

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🥳 Let’s Celebrate in Chinatown!

Celebrate the pulse of Chinatown this week with Ichiza’s izakaya legacy, C.J. Shaman’s album release party, and the Chinatown Advisory Council’s formation! Get ready for the Chinatown Redevelopment Project’s next steps. Share your Chinatown adventures with #ChinatownVegas, and let’s make this week legendary—because if it happens in Chinatown, it happens here! 🥟❤️

Stay tuned to chinatownvegas.com and follow @ChinatownVegas on social media. See you in Chinatown!