Athletes visiting Las Vegas always find their way to Barry’s Downtown Prime and Chef Barry with his staff, took things to another level, serving up not just the finest steaks in town, but also a guest list packed with famous faces. From sports legends to combat sports stars, Barry’s was the place to see and be seen, and lucky guests were treated to unexpected Athlete encounters that had social media buzzing.
7-time Mr. Olympia, Phil Heath, was among the first to make an entrance, turning heads the moment he stepped onto Barry’s Steakhouse red carpet. While posing for photos, he ran into Power Slapper Mikael-Michelle Brown, who seized the opportunity for a funny snapshot, pretending to “slap” the bodybuilding legend. Fans who witnessed the moment couldn’t get enough—it was a picture-perfect Vegas-style mashup of muscle and mayhem. The Red Carpet stayed busy with Phil and Mikael taking photos with every fan that asked.
One of those photos was with Circa executive Richard Wilk, who seems to take care of all the cool people visiting Circa Resort & Casino. Wilk showed Heath and his guests from Italy, Edoardo Panatta, Stadium Swim, and the world-famous Circa Sportsbook. The Panatta family owns PANATTA, a popular Worldwide Fitness Company out of Italy, and Phil Heath is a brand ambassador for the company.
The night didn’t end there for Heath. He was seen up at Legacy Club, Circa’s ultra-exclusive rooftop lounge, where he hung out with Circa’s owner and CEO, Derek Stevens. Heath has been a longtime fan of the property, this marked the first time he had the opportunity to chat with the man behind the Circa brand, making for a fitting Vegas power move.
Former 14-season NBA legend, Mike Bibby brought his squad to Barry’s for a next-level dining experience in the back private room called the chef’s table where he enjoyed a one-of-a-kind meal with his closest friends. Bibby got the full VIP treatment, stepping into the kitchen for a few photos with Chef Barry Dakake himself. Guests in the restaurant always expect to see someone famous and that night was no different once they saw the basketball star walking through the restaurant, which added to the weekend’s electric atmosphere.
With high-profile guests at nearly every turn, Barry’s Steakhouse once again proved why it’s Vegas’ ultimate celebrity hotspot. Whether it was muscles flexing, getting slapped, or just taking photos with fans, this weekend delivered a lineup of stars. Those lucky enough to be at Circa saw firsthand why this restaurant isn’t just serving prime cuts; it’s serving up unforgettable moments.
One thing is clear: when it comes to where the stars dine in Las Vegas, Barry’s is always a cut above the rest. The only question is, who’s walking through those doors next?
