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World's Largest Pint Glass: world record in Las Vegas, Nevada

Feb 13, 2023

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States--Outside of Hennessey’s Tavern in Las Vegas, Nevada, you can find an 85-foot-tall pint glass representing a full pint of “Not Your Dad’s Root Beer,” which sets the world record for being the World's Largest Pint Glass, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY.

"Standing 85 feet tall from the bottom of the pint to the top, the glass and steel structure is meant to be an attraction for a lounge that is to open soon “inside the pint,” said Paul Hennessey, owner of both Hennessey’s Tavern below and the lounge.

“We want this to be iconic. If you’re in Las Vegas, you’ll need to get a picture taken with it,” he said, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

"There’s the regular pint, which is 16 ounces. There’s the British imperial pint, which is 22 ounces. And then there’s the Las Vegas pint, which is much, much bigger. How big, I have no idea.”

"The “World’s Largest Pint” claim describes more than the exterior decoration. Hennessey’s serves a 60-ounce souvenir “Pint”, filled with domestic draft for $30. A premium/import draft fill-up is $35," the Vegas Bright reports.

"Hennessey’s has a great beer list, heavy on the Guinness varietals (which you’d expect in an Irish pub), but also a great whiskey list as well. There’s the option to do one of three liquor-tasting flights (Irish Whiskey, Bourbon or Cazadores Tequila, each priced at $15) if that’s more your speed."

"Located inside the "World's Largest Pint Glass" in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas, Hennessey's Tavern is open all day and throughout the night offering gaming, live entertainment and great food. The Irish pub also provides private banquet rooms accommodating anywhere from 20 to 200+ guests," the Vegas Business reports.

"Since being founded in 1976 by Paul Hennessey, an entrepreneurial former Wall Street stock trader, Hennessey's Tavern, Inc. has grown from a single location in Hermosa Beach, Calif. into a diversified group spread throughout Southern California and Las Vegas that today includes: 10 Hennessey's Tavern and H.T Grill operations, as well as the renowned Lighthouse Cafe jazz club and The Fish Bucket & Mickie Finnz - casual "beachy" concepts, along with a Live Music Venue and Brass the Lounge, downtown Las Vegas," the official website says.

""I saw the need for nice gathering places with relaxing environments," Mr. Hennessey, referring to the Southern California market niche that he has captured and stamped with his own name. "We have consciously shunned trends and gimmicks, and I think that is a large part of why we are still around, while so many of my competitors have come and gone. Our restaurants are about our people. We ensure that our staff are more than just order takers or food deliverers. They offer true Irish Hospitality. Our staff have become our extended family, along with our guests".

Testimonials from Trip Advisor

"We found this restaurant on our first trip to Vegas and were drawn in by their "worlds largest pint". We found the food to be delicious, the drink selection great, and the atmosphere even better. We make a stop here every time we visit. Recommend sitting on the patio and people watching on Fremont street. Servers were more than helpful, and offered us tips about our trip."

"Hennessey's has a great variety of foods to choose from. Love the breakfast options. Fun, inexpensive drinks. Beautiful waitresses! Great atmosphere from the open deck area. Fun place for couples, friends and family to celebrate."

"The menu was varied and we all ordered something different and we all enjoyed our meals. I had the Ahi Poke and thought it was one of the best I have had in Vegas."

"This was our second visit to this tavern and it was even better than the first. Pub club may be the best club sandwich ever. Take the pointless middle piece of bread out and enjoy the stuffings. Couldn’t decide between the onion rings and the chips, so we had both. Ate too much, but totally worth it!"