Clique Hospitality

What Clique Hospitality does

Clique Hospitality is a privately held boutique hospitality and marketing company founded by Andy Masi in Las Vegas in 2001. It creates, develops, and fully operates restaurants, daylife venues, and nightlife venues inside hotel and casino resort properties owned by major U.S. operators including MGM Resorts, Caesars Entertainment, Cosmopolitan Las Vegas, Pendry Hotels, and Station Casinos. The company's portfolio spans more than 20 concepts across Las Vegas, San Diego, Newport Beach, Chicago, Lake Tahoe, and Australia — ranging from upscale restaurants (Caspian's Caviar & Cocktails, Lionfish Coastal Cuisine, SET Steak & Sushi, Bottiglia Cucina Enoteca) and Mexican kitchens (Borracha, Mijo Modern Mexican, Amaya) to speakeasies (The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails, Easy's, Wax Rabbit), a 50,000-square-foot sports dayclub (Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay), cigar lounges, food halls, pizza shops, and an inn/event venue at Rancho Santa Fe. Approximately 1,400 employees staff the venues.

Clique generates revenue primarily through food and beverage sales — including craft cocktails, bottle service, dining, and event hosting — at venues it operates under management agreements with property owners. Its go-to-market is enterprise field sales: hotel and casino developers approach founder Andy Masi before projects are even built, and Clique handles concept, design, menu, staffing, entertainment programming, and full venue operations using its own personnel. Pricing varies by venue, with premium positioning at resort properties (steakhouses, dayclubs, speakeasies) and more accessible price points at neighborhood locations such as Side Piece Pizza. Distribution is direct via on-site venue operations, with marketing driven by earned media in lifestyle and culinary publications, organic social (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn), email newsletters, and website/blog content.

There are no proprietary technology platforms; the company's underlying technology stack consists of third-party tools including BentoBox for website/ordering/reservations, ToastTab and Slice for online ordering, Grubhub for delivery, and Apple Pay/Google Pay at checkout. The defensible capability is not technology but rather creative concept development, in-house talent cultivation (including a Chef Partner who started as a sushi chef), and durable relationships with flagship U.S. resort operators built over more than two decades.

Name

Clique Hospitality

Legal name

Clique Hospitality L L C

Website

https://cliquehospitality.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Clique Hospitality is a privately held Las Vegas-based hospitality operator founded in 2001 that creates, develops, and fully operates more than 20 restaurants, dayclubs, and nightlife venues inside flagship U.S. hotel and casino resort properties owned by MGM, Caesars, Cosmopolitan, Pendry, and Station Casinos.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hospitality Venue Operations

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Caterers (722320)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Hotel & Resort Restaurants (THAFACAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lounge Bars & Hotel Bars (THAFAEAI), Hotel & Resort Banqueting / In-House Catering (THAFAIAD)

Keywords

• Boutique hospitality group
• Restaurant venue operations
• Nightlife and dayclub management
• Hotel food and beverage
• Cocktail lounge concepts

Headquarters

HQ city

Las Vegas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Food and Beverage Sales: Clique generates revenue through full-service restaurant and bar operations, including craft cocktails, bottle service, live entertainment, and event hosting at its managed venues.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Clique Hospitality is a boutique hospitality and marketing company that partners with hotel and casino resort operators to create, develop, and fully operate upscale restaurants, lounges, dayclubs, and nightclubs. The company handles every aspect of venue operations — from concept, design, and menu development through staffing, entertainment programming, and event management — delivering curated food, beverage, and nightlife experiences under its own brand within partner resort properties such as MGM Resorts, Caesars Entertainment, Cosmopolitan Las Vegas, Pendry Hotels, and Station Casinos.

Product overview

Clique Hospitality is a boutique hospitality and marketing company founded by Andy Masi in 2001, operating a portfolio of restaurants, lounges, dayclubs, and nightlife venues across Las Vegas, San Diego, Newport Beach, Chicago, and Australia. The company's venues include upscale steakhouses and seafood restaurants (Caspian's, Lionfish, SET Steak & Sushi, Hearthstone), Mexican restaurants (Borracha, Mijo, Amaya), Italian dining (Bottiglia), speakeasies (The Barbershop, Easy's, Wax Rabbit), cigar lounges (Eight Lounge), sports bars (Tailgate Beach Club), dayclubs (Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay), and cocktail lounges (Clique Bar & Lounge, Gatsby's, Rouge Room, Bel-Aire Lounge). The company also operates food halls (Proper Eats), pizza shops (Side Piece Pizza), and event venues (The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe). Venues are operated in partnership with major hospitality groups including MGM Resorts International, Caesars Entertainment, Cosmopolitan Las Vegas, Pendry Hotels, Station Casinos, and Green Valley Ranch. The company employs approximately 1,400 people across its venues.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Clique Bar & Lounge A luxurious lounge at The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas offering craft cocktails, curated bites, and an upscale vibe for VIP gatherings and afterparties.
• Easy's Cocktail Lounge A moody, sophisticated speakeasy at Aria featuring upscale cocktails and exclusive nightlife experiences with a refined atmosphere.
• The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails A hidden speakeasy accessible by knocking on a concealed door behind a working barbershop at The Cosmopolitan, combining grooming services with craft cocktails.
• Eight Lounge A premium cigar and cocktail lounge at Resorts World with plush indoor and outdoor seating and one of the largest walk-in humidors in Las Vegas.
• Gatsby's Cocktail Lounge A cocktail lounge at Resorts World offering classic Vegas glamour with modern energy in an intimate setting.
• Wax Rabbit An intimate speakeasy-style cocktail bar at Durango Resort where guests enter through a tequila locker, featuring an all-vinyl DJ booth playing 70s and 80s music.
• Rouge Room A classic-Vegas-glamour cocktail lounge at Red Rock Casino suitable for private buyouts or pre-event gatherings.
• Bel-Aire Lounge A lounge at Durango Resort decorated in muted, warm colors with brass and gold accents, featuring hand-crafted cocktails, small plates, live music, and DJ nights.
• Bel-Aire Backyard An outdoor oasis at Durango Resort featuring chic cabanas, lush greenery, and a resort-style pool area with party brunch experiences.
• Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay A 50,000-square-foot sports and pop culture dayclub at Mandalay Bay with three heated pools, 125+ feet of LED screens, 25 luxury cabanas, and capacity for 2,000 guests.
• Caspian's Caviar & Cocktails A refined seafood and steakhouse experience at Caesars Palace with a masculine, modern atmosphere for closing deals or celebrating.
• Hearthstone Kitchen & Cellar An upscale yet approachable American dining venue at Summerlin offering seasonal cuisine, craft cocktails, and brunch specials including bottomless mimosas.
• Bottiglia Cucina Enoteca A rustic Italian restaurant at Green Valley Ranch Resort featuring fresh pasta, seasonal ingredients, handcrafted cocktails, and reverse happy hour specials.
• Borracha Mexican Cantina A Mexican cantina at Green Valley Ranch specializing in Northern Mexican and Baja Peninsula cuisine with over 80 varieties of tequila and creative margaritas.
• Mijo Modern Mexican An upscale modern Mexican dining venue at Durango Resort with terra cotta brick decor, flora on walls, an agave room, and artisanal tequila and mescal selections.
• Proper Eats Food Hall A modern food hall at Aria featuring multiple fast-casual dining concepts under one roof, replacing the former buffet.
• Amaya Modern Mexican A modern Mexican kitchen at Durango Casino & Resort offering vibrant, colorful dining with bold flavors in an upscale yet lively atmosphere.
• Side Piece Pizza A New York-style pizza parlor at Summerlin (Red Rock Casino) known for inventive toppings, late-night service, and delivery options; also expanded to Crown Perth in Australia.
• Tessie's Cocktails & Chords A live music lounge at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe featuring nightly performances by touring-caliber musicians, craft cocktails, and rare spirits in a vintage ski lodge setting.
• Lionfish Coastal Cuisine Modern coastal dining in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter offering fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and sophisticated atmosphere for rehearsal dinners and corporate events.
• Serea Coastal Cuisine Ocean-to-table dining at Hotel del Coronado with sweeping beachfront views, refined seaside celebrations, and brunch experiences.
• SET Steak & Sushi A modern luxury steak and sushi restaurant at Pendry Newport Beach with sleek interiors, coastal elegance, and a garden-lit patio for power dinners and networking.
• Joya Kitchen A dining venue in La Jolla, San Diego operated by Clique Hospitality.
• Alta Cafe A cafe venue in San Diego offering coffee and casual dining options.
• Temaki Bar & Sushi A sushi bar in Encinitas, San Diego offering handcrafted temaki and Japanese cuisine.
• The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe A romantic inn with garden-filled grounds and timeless architecture in Rancho Santa Fe, ideal for intimate showers and milestone celebrations.
• Venteux Brasserie, Cafe & Oyster Bar A French brasserie, cafe, and oyster bar at Pendry Hotel in downtown Chicago offering classic French cuisine and European café ambiance.
• Oxford Social Club An underground, high-energy lounge at Pendry San Diego built for late-night celebrations, company buyouts, and exclusive events.
• The Pool House A rooftop venue at Pendry San Diego with skyline views and sun-drenched atmosphere, ideal for daytime celebrations and cocktail receptions.
• Private Events and Venue Buyouts Full venue buyout services across Clique properties for birthdays, corporate events, holiday parties, product launches, and milestone celebrations, with custom menus and cocktails.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay accommodates up to 2,000 guests and spans 50,000 square feet

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Caesars EntertainmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 July 2026Clique operates Tessie's Cocktails & Chords at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, a new live music lounge featuring touring-caliber musicians, craft cocktails, and rare spirits. The partnership is part of Caesars' $200 million renovation project at the Lake Tahoe property.
• MGM Resorts InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 May 2026Clique Hospitality operates Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, a 50,000 square foot sports and pop culture dayclub. MGM Resorts provides the property and infrastructure while Clique handles venue operations, entertainment programming, and food and beverage services.
• Cosmopolitan Las VegascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClique operates Clique Bar & Lounge and The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails at The Cosmopolitan. The Barbershop features a secret speakeasy accessible behind a working barbershop. Clique Lounge provides a luxurious lounge setting with craft cocktails.
• Pendry HotelscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClique operates multiple venues across Pendry properties including Lionfish and Oxford Social Club in San Diego, Venteux Brasserie in Chicago, SET Steak & Sushi in Newport Beach, and multiple venues at Pendry Tampa including waterfront restaurants and bars.
• Station CasinoscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClique operates Tailgate Social at Palace Station, Rouge Room at Red Rock Casino, and venues at the new off-Strip Durango Resort including Bel-Aire Lounge, Mijo Modern Mexican, and Wax Rabbit.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Tao Group Hospitality: Tao Group Hospitality operates upscale restaurants, lounges, and nightlife venues in hotels and casinos (including the Venetian and other Strip properties). It is the closest direct peer to Clique given its venue-in-resort operating model and Las Vegas/New York presence.
• Major Food Group: David Grutman's Major Food Group operates restaurants, nightclubs (LIV), and day-to-night concepts (Komodo, Strawberry Moon) inside hotel and resort properties, with a similar trend-driven, celebrity-attended venue model.
• The ONE Group Hospitality: Public operator of STK Steakhouse and other upscale dining/lounge concepts globally. Comparable to Clique in its restaurant-and-bar portfolio model and hotel/resort venue placement.
• Hakkasan Group: Operates upscale restaurants and nightclubs inside MGM Resorts and other hotel properties on the Las Vegas Strip (Hakkasan, OMNIA, Wet Republic). Closely comparable to Clique's bottle-service nightlife and venue-in-resort model.
• Catch Hospitality Group: Operates Catch Steak and other upscale dining destinations in New York, Las Vegas, and other markets, including inside hotel properties. Comparable upscale dining/nightlife operator with multi-market footprint.
• Sunset Hospitality Group: Operates a portfolio of upscale restaurants, lounges, and beach clubs across Dubai, Miami, and other resort markets. Comparable as a multi-concept, design-led hospitality operator serving resort/nightlife demand.
• E11even Hospitality: Miami-based dayclub/nightlife and hotel operator (E11even Miami, E11even Hotel) with a similar emphasis on experience-driven venues that combine dining, bottle service, and live entertainment.
• Bagatelle Group: Operates upscale brunch/nightlife venues with day-into-night concepts (Bagatelle) across New York, Las Vegas, Miami, and international resort markets. Directly comparable to Clique's dayclub/lounge playbook.
• Noble 33: Operates upscale restaurants and lounges (Tao, LAVO, Sushisamba) in major U.S. markets including Las Vegas resort properties. Comparable boutique hospitality operator model to Clique.

Broad incumbents

• Doheny Enterprises (sbe): Larger multi-concept hospitality operator (Katsuya, Cleo, Hyde) with broader restaurant, lounge, and hotel portfolio. Overlaps with Clique in upscale dining and nightlife within hotel/resort properties at a larger portfolio scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/cliquehospitality
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clique-hospitality
• Instagraminstagram.com/cliquehospitality
• Xx.com/We_Are_Clique

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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