Iconic Las Vegas burger joint closes its doors, blames rising costs for city’s decline
New York Post • • business
Key Points:
- The Heart Attack Grill, a Las Vegas restaurant famous for its high-calorie "Bypass Burgers" and hospital-themed gimmicks, announced it will close its location in Sin City, citing rising costs and corporate greed as reasons for not renewing its lease.
- Founded in 2005 in Arizona and relocated to Las Vegas in 2011, the restaurant was known for its indulgent menu, including fries cooked in lard, unfiltered cigarettes, and provocative promotions like public spankings and free meals for customers over 350 pounds.
- The restaurant criticized Las Vegas for losing its middle-class appeal and becoming too expensive, stating that its core value of "Eat big and laugh loud" no longer fits the city's current culture.
- Despite the closure, Heart Attack Grill plans to seek new locations to continue its "high-calorie mission," aiming to find communities that appreciate its unapologetic indulgence.
- Public reaction to the closure was mixed, with some expressing regret at losing the unique dining experience and others criticizing the restaurant's controversial style.