The Power lunch. It’s the meal more serious than breakfast and less social than supper yet it’s where impressions are made, deals are sealed, and what you schedule to start a working relationship. Or end one.

This special kind of lunch requires a special kind of environment. You know what we’re talking about. Place people go to be seen (or not). The ones where the moment you enter, your eyes consciously and unconsciously scan the space to see who’s there… and most every time there’s a bona fide Who’s Who diner a few feet away.

That, is when you know you’re in a power restaurant.

We asked VLM’s Publisher Tyler Morgan, and its Director of Operations Charlotte Evans – two Vegas professionals who have had their fare share of power-lunch fare-to tag team spouting off about three places that fit the proverbial PL bill. Turns out, the perfect power-lunch spot can be anything from cheerful and casual to hushed and broody. Which is good, since the most important attribute of a PL restaurant is having a vibe for all needs.

Vintner Grill

10100 W Charleston Blvd.

Las Vegas, NV 89135

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“As a power-lunch destination, Vintner Grill is decidedly cheerful. I can never recall actually seeing anyone in a bad mood there. Ever. The layout is open and flowing with a lot of natural sunlight and fresh air. The decor is stylish… and so are the diners: At Vintner Grill, most people ditch the business drab for casual chic.” |  Charlotte Evans

Fan favorites: Cheese and charcuterie plates; varied wine list; unique bread basket; lamb Bolognese

Triple George Grill

201 No. 3rd Street

Las Vegas, NV 89101

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“Triple George has a vintage Vegas feel, with its private booths set up for added privacy for business lunches. It also has a very classic, New York City-style menu, with burgers, steaks, salads, fish, and cheesecake. Vibe-wise, you walk in the place and see a lot of men in suits and ties. (And did I mention Triple George has an incredible bacon cheeseburger?)”  |  Tyler Morgan

“I think the hostesses at Triple George are accustomed to maked very quick eye contact with every person who enters the restaurant. As soon as diners walk in, their eyes dart across the room to see whom else is there. It’s almost as if they’re scanning the space to decide where people will be best seated… ascertaining a lay of the land to ensure a good co-mingling of patrons (or, to keep certain folks far apart… guess we’ll never know!). In my experience, the conversations at Triple George can be lively or hushed, and they always seem to have an air of importance. often, customers will circle the bar taking the long route on the way to the restroom. All the better to see and be see…”  |  Charlotte Evans

Fan favorites: Steak; crab cake; buttermilk fried chicken with bacon gravy. And the cheeseburger. Because Tyler says it’s huge and delicious

DW Bistro

6115 S. Ft. Apache Rd., Ste. 112

Las Vegas, NV 89148

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“On the surface, DW Bistro is a more casual establishment than what one thinks of as a power-lunch restaurant, but it’s extremely popular in the southwest part of town. Something that stands out is that the menu is on the creative side: it’s a mix of Mexican and Jamaican. The vibe is relaxed but amid its crisp white decor there’s an air of elegance that makes it a perfect spot to exude professionalism.  |  Tyler Morgan

Fan favorites: Seared ahi tuna salad; jerk chicken; pesto torte; and, unlimited mimosas… for the power lunch that gets rescheduled to a power brunch.