MTG Player visits Must Try Din Tai Fung | Las Vegas Strip!

Hello Magic Enthusiasts! If you intend to come to Magic Con this upcoming summer I have a must try for you!

Din Tai Fung is a world-renowned Taiwanese restaurant chain famous for its meticulously crafted xiao long bao (soup dumplings), noodles, and other authentic dishes like steamed buns, fried rice, and appetizers such as cucumber salad.

In Las Vegas, it's located inside the ARIA Resort & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, offering a modern, upscale dining experience with high-quality ingredients and precise preparation.

Phone: (702) 590-8650

I highly encourage you to get there 30 minutes prior to opening as you could likely dine at that very time of opening or spend less time in line (again it was really very short time in line and we were able to come back after a set reservation time an hour and a half later.)

MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026 is a Magic: The Gathering convention scheduled for May 1–3, 2026.

Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall (Las Vegas, Nevada, USA).
Show Floor Hours:
Friday, May 1: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 2: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 3: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Play Hall Hours (for extended gaming events):
Friday and Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:59 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

This event features play events, panels, artists, special guests, merchandise, and a Pro Tour. It's themed around Strixhaven University from the Magic lore. Badges are available for purchase on the official site (mcvegas.mtgfestivals.com), with various tiers including promo cards and perks.

For the latest updates, check the official MagicCon site or magic.gg, as schedules can evolve.

Busing
Residential/Local Route Passes (Cheaper Option)
These are intended for locals but are frequently used by visitors. In practice, they work on all routes, including the Deuce and SDX, and enforcement is rare (many reports say no one checks for Nevada ID on short-term passes).

2-Hour Pass: $3 (reduced fare: $1.50)
24-Hour Pass: $5 (reduced fare: $2.50)
7-Day Pass: $20 (great value for longer stays)

Pro Tip: The easiest and most reliable way to get the cheaper residential passes is through the rideRTC app (free on iOS/Android). Buy the "Residential" option – it's a digital QR code you scan on the bus. Many visitors do this to save money, and it works seamlessly on the Strip buses too.
You can also buy passes:

Onboard buses (cash, exact change)
At Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) along the Strip or at terminals
At select vendors (e.g., some convenience stores)