Going to vegas!

iceberg414 · 02-26-2005, 04:16 PM

I will be going to Vegas for the first time on March 25. This is my second time there, but I was underage the last time (turned 21 last Sept). I was wondering if those that have been there recently can suggest things to do and the best places to do them. Such as best casinos for this, best strip club for that, best resturant on the cheap. Things like that. Oh and any new things that have recently opened up. Thanks a ton. I will be arriving early Friday morning and leaving late Monday night so that is 4 solid days to do shit and March Madness is in full swing.

Maple Leafs · 02-26-2005, 04:26 PM

Last time I was there, the sports book at the Imperial had easily the best longshot odds if you're looking to make a few long-term wagers.

TLK · 02-26-2005, 04:27 PM

http://www.cheapovegas.com
http://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/

I've been there twice in the past year, but probably won't make it back until the ChampCar race in September. My favorite resturant is "Cravings" at The Mirage, but I don't think it's cheap by Vegas standards. The Ellis Island steak dinner, listed on the Advisor site, is excellent for the money. I mostly go to gamble, so I can offer no help with strip clubs and such...

jbmagic · 02-26-2005, 04:27 PM

if you love seafood.

the best seafood buffet on the strip is in the Paris Hotel.

its very good.

Coffee Warlord · 02-26-2005, 05:37 PM

There's one place that everyone should try at least once. (Okay, there's several, but my contribution.)

In the New York New York casino, there's a pub called Nine Fine Irishmen. In house band that plays 6 days a week, that just ROCKS. It's certainly not a cheap bar, but the atmosphere is simply incredible. Everyone must go.

JonInMiddleGA · 02-26-2005, 05:45 PM

Best free thing to kill a little time: Fountains at Bellagio

There's all sorts of sites out there on the subject of Vegas, but one that I always look at before going (even if it isn't updated much) is
www.vegas.com

It takes quite a few clicks from one page to the next to navigate everything, but there's quite a bit of good information (buffets, best late night breakfasts, etc) in there IMO.

gottimd · 02-26-2005, 05:57 PM

Vegas Baby! I am headed there for my bachelor party in March as well. 5th time going. I don't know much, I usually am around the craps tables and if not there, then I'm at the Olympic Garden. I just get hammered and see where the night takes me.

Arles · 02-26-2005, 07:29 PM

I'll be there next weekend. It's a great time of year to head to Vegas.

SunDancer · 02-26-2005, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Arles

I'll be there next weekend. It's a great time of year to head to Vegas.

Cool. Where will you be stayin?

iceberg414 · 02-28-2005, 12:59 PM

I am staying at New York New York so I'll difinately check out the irish pub there. And I know a girl that is going to get us on the VIP list for Club 54 so that'll be cool. Thanks for all the input and the websites. I will be visiting them while at work.

CHEMICAL SOLDIER · 02-28-2005, 01:02 PM

Wow Fellow FOFC'ers within 30 miles of where I live, I feel so elated. While your here make sure you drop by my place in Henderson. Arguably the best hang out in Vegas.

sportsfan13 · 02-28-2005, 01:28 PM

I have to agree that the Nine Fine Irishmen pub always seems to be jumping in New York New York. My ultimate favorite buffet is the one at Mandalay Bay on Sunday nights. It's $21, all you can eat AND all you can drink champagne. It's great if you're a "bubbly" fan, like myself. The Roulette wheel at NYNY was hot for me, so check that out too. And when you get there, ask the cabdrivers where the action is for that night. I've learned from being out there, every bar has their own special night during the week. The cabbies here and see everything....they know exactly where to party!!

korme · 02-28-2005, 02:47 PM

Vegas, baby, Vegas!

bosshogg23 · 02-28-2005, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by sportsfan13

I have to agree that the Nine Fine Irishmen pub always seems to be jumping in New York New York

I agree that this place is great as well!

There is an outdoor bar by Harrahs that is alot of fun. I dont remember what the name is. It is kinda like a big version of Cocktails. The live music isnt that great but the bartenders are entertaining as hell.

JonInMiddleGA · 02-28-2005, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by bosshogg23

There is an outdoor bar by Harrahs that is alot of fun. I dont remember what the name is. It is kinda like a big version of Cocktails.

That's called "Carnaval Court"

http://www.harrahs.com/our_casinos/l...detail_04.html

Coffee Warlord · 02-28-2005, 05:25 PM

Scenes from the Nine Fine Irishmen. Guy on the right is part of the band, who occaisonally dances with the music, and makes sure everyone is having a grand old time.

He also is the only halfway sober person in that photo.

Arles · 02-28-2005, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by SunDancer

Cool. Where will you be stayin?

We'll be at the Monte Carlo. It's a guys only vacation, though. Farrah isn't invited

SunDancer · 02-28-2005, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coffee Warlord

Scenes from the Nine Fine Irishmen. Guy on the right is part of the band, who occaisonally dances with the music, and makes sure everyone is having a grand old time.

He also is the only halfway sober person in that photo.

The guy on the right looks like he's checking out the guy on his left that he's pretty close too.

SunDancer · 02-28-2005, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Arles

We'll be at the Monte Carlo. It's a guys only vacation, though. Farrah isn't invited

Haha...Remember, "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas."

Is it friends that your going with?

Arles · 03-01-2005, 10:23 AM

Yeah, we try and go once a year.

gottimd · 03-01-2005, 10:23 AM

I am surprised that Shorty wasn't cropped into that picture somehow.

sportsfan13 · 03-01-2005, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Arles

We'll be at the Monte Carlo. It's a guys only vacation, though. Farrah isn't invited

Monte Carlo has a great Italian restaurant, I believe it's called the Main Street Cafe. It has excellent food and I recommend it!

sportsfan13 · 03-01-2005, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by bosshogg23

I agree that this place is great as well!

There is an outdoor bar by Harrahs that is alot of fun. I dont remember what the name is. It is kinda like a big version of Cocktails. The live music isnt that great but the bartenders are entertaining as hell.

Wow. I almost forgot about that bar. That was an amazing good time. It's always hopping, whether it's 6pm or 6am!!! Definately go there!!!

DanGarion · 03-01-2005, 11:36 AM

Cheetahs Gentlemans Club!

I'd provide you with a link but it would be considered p0rn.

02-26-2005, 04:26 PM	#2
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	Last time I was there, the sports book at the Imperial had easily the best longshot odds if you're looking to make a few long-term wagers. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

02-26-2005, 05:45 PM	#6
JonInMiddleGA Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Behind Enemy Lines in Athens, GA	Best free thing to kill a little time: Fountains at Bellagio There's all sorts of sites out there on the subject of Vegas, but one that I always look at before going (even if it isn't updated much) is www.vegas.com It takes quite a few clicks from one page to the next to navigate everything, but there's quite a bit of good information (buffets, best late night breakfasts, etc) in there IMO. __________________ "I lit another cigarette. Unless I specifically inform you to the contrary, I am always lighting another cigarette." - from a novel by Martin Amis Last edited by JonInMiddleGA : 02-26-2005 at 05:50 PM.

02-26-2005, 05:57 PM	#7
gottimd Dearly Missed (9/25/77-12/23/08) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: DC Suburbs	Vegas Baby! I am headed there for my bachelor party in March as well. 5th time going. I don't know much, I usually am around the craps tables and if not there, then I'm at the Olympic Garden. I just get hammered and see where the night takes me. __________________ NAFL New Orleans Saints GM/Co-Commish MP Career Record: 114-85 NAFL Super Bowl XI Champs In memory of Gavin Anthony: 7/22/08-7/26/08

02-26-2005, 07:29 PM	#8
Arles Grey Dog Software Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Phoenix, AZ by way of Belleville, IL	I'll be there next weekend. It's a great time of year to head to Vegas. __________________ Developer of Bowl Bound College Football http://www.greydogsoftware.com

02-28-2005, 12:59 PM	#10
iceberg414 Mascot Join Date: Oct 2002	I am staying at New York New York so I'll difinately check out the irish pub there. And I know a girl that is going to get us on the VIP list for Club 54 so that'll be cool. Thanks for all the input and the websites. I will be visiting them while at work. __________________ iceberg slur...splurged on a chain

02-26-2005, 04:27 PM	#3
TLK Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Allen Park, MI	http://www.cheapovegas.com http://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/ I've been there twice in the past year, but probably won't make it back until the ChampCar race in September. My favorite resturant is "Cravings" at The Mirage, but I don't think it's cheap by Vegas standards. The Ellis Island steak dinner, listed on the Advisor site, is excellent for the money. I mostly go to gamble, so I can offer no help with strip clubs and such...

02-26-2005, 04:27 PM	#4
jbmagic Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2004	if you love seafood. the best seafood buffet on the strip is in the Paris Hotel. its very good.

02-26-2005, 05:37 PM	#5
Coffee Warlord Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Colorado Springs	There's one place that everyone should try at least once. (Okay, there's several, but my contribution.) In the New York New York casino, there's a pub called Nine Fine Irishmen. In house band that plays 6 days a week, that just ROCKS. It's certainly not a cheap bar, but the atmosphere is simply incredible. Everyone must go.

02-28-2005, 01:02 PM	#11
CHEMICAL SOLDIER College Starter Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Henderson, Nevada	Wow Fellow FOFC'ers within 30 miles of where I live, I feel so elated. While your here make sure you drop by my place in Henderson. Arguably the best hang out in Vegas. __________________ Toujour Pret

02-28-2005, 01:28 PM	#12
sportsfan13 H.S. Freshman Team Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Cleveland	I have to agree that the Nine Fine Irishmen pub always seems to be jumping in New York New York. My ultimate favorite buffet is the one at Mandalay Bay on Sunday nights. It's $21, all you can eat AND all you can drink champagne. It's great if you're a "bubbly" fan, like myself. The Roulette wheel at NYNY was hot for me, so check that out too. And when you get there, ask the cabdrivers where the action is for that night. I've learned from being out there, every bar has their own special night during the week. The cabbies here and see everything....they know exactly where to party!!

02-28-2005, 02:47 PM	#13
korme Go Reds Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bloodbuzz Ohio	Vegas, baby, Vegas!

02-28-2005, 05:25 PM	#16
Coffee Warlord Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Colorado Springs	Scenes from the Nine Fine Irishmen. Guy on the right is part of the band, who occaisonally dances with the music, and makes sure everyone is having a grand old time. He also is the only halfway sober person in that photo.

03-01-2005, 10:23 AM	#20
Arles Grey Dog Software Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Phoenix, AZ by way of Belleville, IL	Yeah, we try and go once a year. __________________ Developer of Bowl Bound College Football http://www.greydogsoftware.com

03-01-2005, 11:36 AM	#24
DanGarion Coordinator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: PNW	Cheetahs Gentlemans Club! I'd provide you with a link but it would be considered p0rn. __________________ Los Angeles Dodgers Check out the FOFC Groups on Facebook! and Reddit! DON'T REPORT ME BRO!

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