Battista’s Hole in the Wall, a well-known Italian restaurant located just east of the Strip on Flamingo Road, will close for the entire month for significant renovations. The restaurant is expected to resume taking reservations through Open Table starting June 23.
Owner Randy Markin has emphasized the importance of maintaining the facility, which was built in the 1960s. He quickly discovered that the aging building had several issues including leaks during rainstorms.
“We’d have leaks when it rained,” shared Markin, who has managed the establishment for the past two years. He also owns the adjacent Stage Door Casino and the entire strip mall that houses Battista’s.
To address the problems, Markin decided to undertake a complete re-roofing of the restaurant, install new air conditioning units, and update the kitchen equipment. Despite the renovations, customers can expect the ambiance of Battista’s to remain unchanged, characterized by an extensive collection of approximately four million photos of Las Vegas celebrities adorning its walls.
The restaurant previously operated under the ownership of Caesars Entertainment. Markin stepped in to purchase Battista’s to ensure the longevity of the restaurant and the jobs of its employees when it faced the threat of closure.
“They were just going to close the restaurant,” Markin explained. “I said, ‘You know, we’ve got a lot of people that work there. You’re going to put all these people out of work. I’ll run the restaurant.’ So now our group that owns the shopping center owns the restaurant.”
In a related move, as Battista’s prepares to reopen, Markin has announced the temporary closure of Stage Door through July. “Stage Door is shutting down for the same amount of time and we’re doing the same thing,” he stated.
Markin’s involvement with Stage Door marks a significant milestone next year, as it will be the 50th anniversary of his ownership. He noted the profitability of the establishment, describing it as a “money-making machine.”
“You would be surprised how much liquor we sell at a state store. I mean, it’s just crazy,” Markin remarked. He added that liquor companies have indicated that his establishment is the top independent liquor store in the state.
In another notable event, U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia made a rare appearance prior to a live performance of “Parade” at The Smith Center. He requested that attendees turn off their cell phones to minimize distractions, as the production is set in his home state.
The musical, which has received considerable acclaim, features a powerful story inspired by true events that remain relevant today. Smith Center President Myron Martin expressed his enthusiasm for being instrumental in bringing such a compelling production to the Reynolds Hall stage, which runs through Sunday.
Additionally, the iconic “Crazy Girls — No Ifs, Ands, or Butts” statue is set to be relocated to Circa. The project, which involves the statue’s move that’s stored by tattoo entrepreneur Mario Barth, will include a parade celebrating the relocation on June 25.
In entertainment news, a renowned figure from the sports broadcasting world is expected to perform at The Composers Room later this month, promising an intense, autobiographical stage show.
Finally, for those looking for night-time entertainment, the DV8 Big Band will perform at Fat Cat inside Downtown Grand this Thursday at 10 p.m. They will be joined by the exceptional Swing It Girls as guest vocalists, with only a $5 cover charge to enjoy the night. The energy of the band and the setting is sure to offer a great experience for attendees.
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