Firefly

Overall, great service and tapas. Not the healthiest as most of the foods are fried or sitting in oil. However, all very tasty. It’s a great location for a date night.

I LOVE FIREFLY! It’s a nice and relaxing place to munch with friends or go on a romantic date.
I love the ahi plate and of course the sangrias! I will definitely be returning… Bringing all my friends

Even though they had a bad health grade at the Paradise location and the Eastern location closed, I still dined there today because I haven’t eaten here in a while, I was craving some dates and I bought a groupon. We walked in and it wasn’t busy at all. We got choice seats in the bar so we could watch soccer. A bit disappointing was the bar menu wasn’t updated as every single beer that my husband wanted was no longer available and the server said sorry the menu is wrong.
Stuffed dates are a must! I love their dates compared to Toros Tapas. The dates in the red wine reduction is so good!
Pulpo asado– still delicious according to my husband!
Boquerones– Spanish white anchovies with roasted peppers avocado– my husband said its not as good as it used to be.
Veggie empanada– if you like mushrooms, spinach and cream cheese then you will enjoy this. I would order it again
Smoked salmon toasts– If you like smoked salmon then you will enjoy this dish. It was good and tasty!
And we can’t forget dessert!
Banana nutella sandwiches and chocolate tres leches are winners! Still my favorite at Firefly!
This is a nice restaurant, good food and I hope it starts to be a happening place again!

Oh Fireflys, despite of the heat this place has been getting I’ve always loved this place. But, now the quality of the food has deteriorated as well as their customer base. Now I know the whole salmonella thing happened to the paradise location. You would think Fireflys would learn from it but than I hear the Eastern location closed down. The eastern location was the fanciest one! The building structure was ridiculous (the good kind). Than that leaves the Sahara location. People might thing I’m crazy to eat here again but I do enjoy their food until now.
Friday nights are always usually super busy. We came in and it was pretty dead. Ordered the usuals that we usually get–
spicy beef salad (my fav)– still taste amazing. Warm salads are always my fav. Add ginger in it for the kick & it’s delicious.
Empanadas– really dry. The salad that comes with it had a sour dressing with it that didn’t taste too familiar.
Ceviche– oh how this dish had change. Less less less. I remember they would bring a bowl with hella chips. Now it’s 6 chips with palm full of ceviche. One of the worse ceviches I ever had.
Albondigas– the meatballs are smaller now. Tasted pretty good still but something was missing. I don’t know what it is.
Cocktails & sangria — pretty much the same no changes there.
I used to be in love with this restaurant but I guess all good things must come to an end. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Oh and if anyone’s wondering. I didn’t get sick.

Nice looking restaurant, interesting food choices at very reasonable prices, good service and away from all the casino’s smoke and bustle.
We went at about 10pm on a sunday and it was perfect for a romantic dinner experience. we sat in the patio, which has just the right amount of light and the music level is good for having a conversation.
However, if you are looking for a different experience, you can sit inside or at the bar where the music is louder.

Open late, great ambiance and even better staff. Manny G was a great server, very attentive and very helpful. Suggested a variety of delicious tapas. Overall he was an excellent server & Alexis was great too!
I recommend the the tuna tartare.

I know Firefly has a bad wrap ever since one of their other locations closed for food poisoning. But this location is so amazing I can’t seem to keep away! Besides, I keep telling myself it has got to be one of the cleanest places to eat now, right? … Don’t answer that. I’m happy in my ignorance!
For starters, they have an AMZING patio with shades, misters, soft seating and even a fireplace! It’s great for all seasons. The service here isn’t anything to rave about, but I can’t complain either. I’ve been here multiple times and may occasionally wait for bread, but only when it is in the oven.
I’m a big fan of Tapas because I love small bites ad love to try different things. Only once have I ventured off the Tapas menu for a lunch special (soup and sandwich I think) and I didn’t really care for it.
My favorite menu items are: the Bacon wrapped dates (order one order for every person, trust me!), the Manchego Mac and Cheese, the Tuna Tar Tar (salivating thinking about it — ask for extra chips), and absolutely hands down, the Filet Mignon — it’s only $ 10 and well worth it!!!
They don’t ave apply hour on food here but do have specials on their pitchers of Mojitos and Sangria. All in all it’s reasonably priced. Ignore the poor reviews and come check them out!

If I could give 0 stars, I would. I used to visit the Paradise location until it closed due to salmonella. I figured this Westside location would be fine. My coworker and I went last night for dinner. The service was absolutely terrible considering they were about a quarter full, but we dealt with it.
Soon after we got home we were both experiencing terrible abdominal pains, followed by throwing up every bite we ate. This went on for a few hours. Double food poisoning? Disgusting.
They need to revamp their entire business. Kitchen, staff, service. Firefly is headed down a bad road.

I was really craving this place when I last visited Las Vegas! Specifically, I was craving the bacon wrapped dates and sangria. I was so disappointed when I heard about the health code issues at the Henderson location, so I was happy to see that this location was good to go.
We ordered a plethora of dishes, all of which were very delicious! However, they are so overpriced that it was hard to make sure the small party I was with got even a taste of each dish. Some of the small dishes had only 2 pieces! For $ 10-​ish dollars, I think that’s a bit ridiculous. I simply couldn’t afford to eat here with more than one or two people, because that adds up quickly.
I love the interior of this restaurant. It is a pleasant place to be! I especially love the patio, although it was closed the last time I was there.
Overall, this would be a good restaurant for a date, but, in my and my wallets opinion, not so great for a party of multiple people because you would need multiple plates of the same item. The bacon covered dates and sangria are must haves.

I LOVE this place! I make a special trip out here every time I come to Vegas. Now as a personal favor to your old pal Lauren B. Please please get some sangria. Now you may ask yourself who is Lauren B. to that I say less talk more sangria ordering. Any flavor is good really, I like the sparkling sangria personally but I like champagne so order based off what you like.
I highly recommend coming for happy hour because it’s 50% off drinks and pitchers of sangria. To me this doesn’t translated into savings it translates to woohoo 50% more drinks. While you’re at it try the bacon wrapped dates and firefly fries. I would avoid the fish sticks they were good but I felt like two small strips of fish was overpriced for $ 9.

It’s Kevin B.‘s birthday and we’re going to Firefly for dinner! I haven’t been to Firefly for YEARS and I’ve never been to this location, only the Paradise one waaaaaaaaaaaay back when.
This location is a lot roomier than the Paradise spot and it is better for accommodating large parties… and we were a LARGE party! We had a bunch of tables put together in the middle of the restaurant and the more people that came, the more tables they added on. I have to say, the staff, especially our server JOSHUA, were all VERY accommodating, nice and friendly, and were super nice about getting us more tables, getting the food out to us, spread out all over the table, clearing the table and getting us drinks and water! Everything was just as tasty as I remember, especially the SHRIMP DIABLO! I could just eat this ALL day and order all the bread in the place to soak up the DELICIOUS sauce! NOM NOM NOM! The main thing I wanted waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaas the Red Sangria! This is THE best! It’s the thing I look forward THE most at this place! When I think Firefly, I think SANGRIA. FREAAAAKIN’ DELICIOUS!!!

I went to Firefly when it was in the Plaza quite a few years ago but haven’t been to one of their locations since. We decided to try the West Sahara location last night and am I glad we did!
We started with three plates – the Firefly fries, steak and mushroom skewers, and marinated and grilled octopus (pulpo asado). All three dishes were excellent. The fries are completely addictive. You cannot stop eating them. The have parmesan cheese and herbs on them and a side of aioli for dipping. I liked them without dipping. Did I mention they’re addictive? I think the FDA will soon start regulating their distribution and sale. :)
We decided to try two more things because this is tapas. I ordered the scallops «escargot» for myself and my wife got the ham and cheese croquetas. Both were winners all the way. The butter/​garlic/​herbs with the scallops fooled one into thinking they were having real escargots. The ham and cheese deep fried croquetas were really tasty and the aioli on them was super.
Finally, we ordered some dessert. My wife got the chocolate and cherry bread pudding with a scoop of ice cream and I ordered the banana-​Nutella sandwiches. The sandwiches had mashed bananas inside and Nutella drizzled on top and there was a small side container of more Nutella. Absolutely delightful!!!
Our server was Joshua and he was top notch! He answered questions we had, recommended some things when we asked, and he always saw to it that we had new glasses of iced tea before we finished the ones we had. It seemed like everyone in the place was very customer oriented and we felt welcomed and appreciated!
I will be back to try some more of their goodies. But, this time I’ll skip the fires. As addictive as they are, they can also be very filling and you just cannot stop eating them. I was waiting for my wife to say, «Put the fries down and put your arms up.»
5 stars for a place with great food and service to match. And, 5 stars to a place where my wife tries a piece of octopus and actually likes it! Miracles do happen!

Security ONLY on Latin night?! WTF!
JUST KIDDING, I know us Latin people are fiesty little mofos, but seriously, HELLA CREEPER at the door!
So basically this is the first time Ive ever been to Firefly and I can really only review this one night, LATIN NIGHT! So I met up with my beloveds, Vanessa, Sweet Angel Anthony, mArio, and John here and was ID’d by this hecka weirdo at the door. He gave me my free drink coupon and I went inside. The interior is large and spanish-​esque and nice and cool. I loved their black and red lamps and their mosiac tiles by the fire place (I think thats what it was, twas dark inside!) The bar area is large and there are plenty of seats as well as high tables around the area. I love the high ceilings and color scheme they used as well.
The bartender WeSSSSSley is super awesome and nice and put up with Vanessa nicely. CAUFEE, CAWFEE, CWAFEE! She was rather loud and he handled her with ease. The drinks are strong and yummy and fresh mint complemented the mojitos nicely.
I would def go here during the day to try it out. One of the things I did really like was the street taco area outside prior to leaving, for 2 $ you can get pollo, adobada, or asada and you can put as much crema on it as you like… I love me some crema! LOL.
Go here on Latin night, the drinks are yummy, music is awesome, people are beautiful and get yourself a street taco to go!

My first time at this location.
I’ll start with the pros: The food is still pretty good. I ordered the Patatas Bravas (roasted red potatoes $ 5.5) and the Steak Skewers ($ 9). The steak skewers were the same delicious steak and mushrooms that I remember, served in a flavorful red wine reduction. The potatoes seemed to have a little more of a cheesy sauce to them, than I remember but they were still really good.
I also still like the original, red sangria. Red and fruity deliciousness.
The service was good, they seemed to be attentive. One of the servers did forget to bring me a water, but he apologized, and brought it later.
The cons:
One of the side plates on our table had dried food on it, this was before we were brought any food or drink. The menu also had some dried food on it… not that big a deal, but they should be more attentive to cleanliness.
When I arrived there was only a few of us sitting at the table and I asked if I could be on my own check. The server agreed, I only had one sangria and more people joined our group, the server told me that I had to cash out and go on the group check. All parties of six or more must be on the same check. This doesn’t really make any sense to me, and is quite an inconvenience.
Also, our table was never brought any bread. I didn’t even think to ask for it, and actually forgot about it until I saw the photo of it on here.
Overall the food is good, service is ok… I’m not overly fond of the «rules» but I guess I just need to limit my group to 5 or less.

I came here with a group of Unilocalers. Not a UYE or anything, just a super casual dinner.
We got there right at 4 pm when they opened and Vanessa N. right off the bat says «it’s happy hour from 4 – 6, we need a pitcher of white and red sangria.» I just met her, but I knew I liked her already. By the time everyone showed up, I had already gone through 3 glasses of red sangria.
Anyone who has been to firefly knows that almost everything is yummy. I always order the bacon wrapped stuffed dates. They are sweet and savory all in one. The pork empanadas are flaky and the pork is flavorful and moist. The spicy beef salad was also yummy. Beef was tender and dressing on the salad had a nice heat, nothing too overwhelming. The only bad dish was the tuna tartare. I usually get this dish, but today the tuna was really fishy and old. Lisa G. ordered the same thing and we had to send it back.
Out waiter was a little flustered when it came to the bill since we all wanted separate checks, but we worked it out. I had an awesome time with everyone (Vanessa, Anthony, Loren, Lisa, River, April and Doug). Sorry there’s no initials for last names, but you know who you are. Vanessa and I did have to finish off Loren’s white sangria. My thing is, I’d rather waste food than alcohol. So we were not about to let an entire glass of sangria go to waste.

Just call me the Firefly barfly! Love this place. Been to three locations now (one closed and reopened a few metres away)
Simply put: Best tuna tartare ever!
Refreshing gazpacho and a delightful selection of tapas.
They have a nice happy hour that is ½ off cocktails in the bar area.
I could go on and on, but I have already! (Read my previous reviews)
It’s the fun and tasty Firefly and its just on the Westside!

Love coming here for their Latin Tuesdays. Food is good and even after kitchen closes they have the taco bar open. The music is great and I love dancing here to release some midweek tension! They play salsa, bachata, merengue, regae, and a bit of everything else.
We’ve had several birthdays held here too. Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Will keep coming back!

A friend of mine wanted to meet up at the Sahara location and had to doublecheck she didn’t mean the one that shutdown on Paradise. I love tapas and I love Firefly but I don’t want to sign up for food poisoning.
We ordered the bacon wrapped dates, fries, scallops escargot, empanada and baked tetilla. I had 1 sangria and 2 sparkling white sangrias. As always, food and drinks were amazing. And I didn’t get sick afterwards!
However, out of all the Firefly locations in the Vegas area, this one has the worst service. Our glasses would be left dry for a long time. Nobody was there to check on us or make sure we have enough to drink.
The one in Anthem is much busier than this location yet the service there was sooo much better.

I cannot recall the name of the dish I ordered but its a steak dish with potatoes and Marsala sauce. Anyhow, completely different from the one at their Paradise location. Same menu, prepared completely different.
Service:
Very slow and waitress was not very nice. She snapped at me when I told her dish was prepared completely different from Paradise location. She said it wasn’t possible because they use same recipe. She didn’t ask if I wanted anything else, instead I brushed it off and ate it anyway. Later, she comes back and apologized after confirming with Paradise location they do in fact prepare differently. Again, she did not offer to bring something else.
Conclusion:
Sangria is awesome. I love this place, just not this location. To wrap up my story with cherry on top; we come to find out later the the restaurant gave themselves a $ 20 tip! Of course we disputed this charge and recovered the money but will probably never go back to this location.

First time at this particular location. It’s a great place for small or large parties for drinks and light bites. I’m always a fan of their tapas.
Some of my favorites include the macaroni & cheese, padron peppers, bacon wrapped dates (these weren’t as good as before, hopefully just an off night) and the shrimp diablo.
On this particular location we brought my friend’s 3 year old daughter. Not the greatest location for kids, but we were running out of options and this was a good alternative. The staff was very accommodating and it ended up being a fantastic evening.
Good company helps, so I highly recommend this place for groups.