13 Ways to Bid Adieu to the Twinkie in Las Vegas

by Susan Stapleton Nov 16, 2012, 6:00am PST

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by Susan Stapleton Nov 16, 2012, 6:00am PST

Hostess Brands announced today that it was shutting down operations after a Bakers Union strike all but crippled the maker of Twinkies. No more "Sugar, enriched flour, partially hydrogenated vegetable oil, polysorbate 60 and yellow dye No.5. Everything a growing boy needs," as Sgt. Al Powell says in Die Hard.

In Vegas, the Twinkie makes an excellent dessert, whether fried or added to a milkshake. Some places have even created their own version of the Twinkie, while others add it to a cocktail. Whatever the method, Hostess says the final Twinkies will be shipped out soon, and despite what seems to be a never-ending stale date, there will be no more unless some heroic company comes forward to purchase the 85-year-old bakery. In the meantime, here are 13 ways to say goodbye to the Twinkie before Twinkie the Kid rides off into the sunset.

Big Hurt's Snack Shack

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The fried Twinkies here are battered and topped with whipped cream and chocolate sauce.

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3475 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109

Wildburger

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Wildburger features deep-fried Twinkies on the dessert menu. Fear not, the Ding Dongs are homemade.

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2800 S. Rancho Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89108

702-648-3801

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Mermaid's Casino

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Mermaid’s is like the king of deep-fried Twinkies, using a separate fryer for the delicacies to keep the flavor intact. Bonus: they’re only 99 cents.

32 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89136

702-382-5777

BLT Burger

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Sup on the Twinkie Boy Shake, made with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream and half a Twinkie on top.

3400 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109

702-792-7888

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Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill

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The Southern-fried Twinkies here feature sweet cream and strawberry sauce.

3475 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89115

702-693-6111

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Montesano's Eateria Pizzeria Italian Deli

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Fortunately, the Italian Twinkie at Montesano’s is homemade with sweet crème cake with a sweet mascarpone crème filling.

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9905 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas, NV

702-870-3287

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The Bagel Cafe

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Fans of Twinkies can head to the Bagel Cafe for homemade versions of the Hostess treat.

301 N. Buffalo Dr., Las Vegas, NV

702-255-3444

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Rock & Rita's

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Head over to the party bus at Rock & Rita’s for deep-fried Twinkies dusted with powdered sugar and served with homemade strawberry sauce.

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2880 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109

702-691-5991

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Sugar Factory American Brasserie

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The Twinkie goblet is made with vanilla syrup, fresh orange juice, Licor 43, orange vodka, whipped cream vodka, whipped cream dollop and, of course, a whole Twinkie on top.

3655 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109

702-331-5551

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