LAS VEGAS (May 16, 2011) – There’s a new happy hour menu at Blue Martini at Town Square that features a variety of light fare and signature dishes at discount prices. The martini bar is also mixing up new summer cocktails ideal for enjoying on the outdoor patio or inside near the live entertainment.

Blue Martini features one of the hottest happy hours in town, with half off food and drinks seven days a week from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

New menu highlights include Baked Brie en Crouté, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Seared Tuna, Shrimp Martini, Lobster Salad, Maine Lobster Spread, Sliced Beef Tenderloin, Charcuterie Board, Lemon Pepper Chicken and Beef Tenderloin & Portabella Flatbread.

Patrons can pair one of the new dishes with a sumptuous summer cocktail prepared by Blue Martini’s talented mixologists. A roster of new cocktails has been added to the venue’s diverse menu including:

• Sex in Rio – Leblon Cachaca, Raspberry Puree, Simple Syrup, Sweet & Sour
• Clementine – Svedka Clementine Vodka, Watermelon Pucker & OJ
• Blue Agave Martini – Tequila, Blue Curacao, Agave Nectar, Lime Juice & Grapefruit
• Strawberry Bliss – Citrus Vodka, Strawberry Puree, Sour Mix & Cranberry Juice
• Bellini – Finlandia Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Peach Puree, Chandon Sparkling Wine, and a splash of OJ
• Whipped Cream – Pinnacle Whipped Cream Vodka with a Cherry
• Skinny Rita – Tequila, Agave Nectar, Sweet & Sour Lite in an Oversized Snifter – under 250 calories

A cross between a restaurant and ultra lounge, Blue Martini is one of the hottest hangouts in Las Vegas. Highlighted by 42 superior martinis and a menu of casual fare, Blue Martini features four bars, including an outdoor patio bar overlooking Town Square, a stage bar in the heart of it all and a VIP bar, complete with table and bottle service. Guests can listen or dance to the best in live entertainment while enjoying the surrounding environment. Enjoy happy hour seven days a week from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with 1/2 priced food & drinks. Blue Martini is open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 a.m. Call 702.949.2583 for more information or visit http://www.bluemartinilounge.com.