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| - This place was an old favorite...until recently. This steakhouse used to be a good spot on Fremont. But as with most things on Fremont, it has seen better days.
I'm struggling with my choice of stars: on one hand the restaurant deserves 3, maybe 4 stars (on a good day). But the casino experience drags this down to a 2 star review. I decided in the middle with a 3 star rating... you can decide. This experience is based on a Saturday night visit with a 630 dinner reservation.
Casino: 1/5 stars. We entered the casino through the rear entrance (not under the canopy). This doorway used to be the valet, which the casino has since shut down. This area used to also be bustling with poker activity. Overall ambience: there were hardly any people, very little table games going, and the smell of smoke was distinct. Just past the former valet doorway were racks of tee shirts for sale. It was odd and out of place, and gave the feeling of a swap meet. Truly not a high end experience. When we left, we went out the main doors that exit to the canopy area. There was a table set up with someone selling cigars for $7-$20. Another cheap feel for a formerly decent joint.
To get to the steakhouse, there is a dedicated elevator which takes you to straight to the restaurant. This was out of order, apparently permanently. So we took the guest elevator. Not a deal breaker, but another sign that this place is going downhill fast.
Steakhouse: the prices were approx $50 for a steak with a side. The beers were surprisingly cheap ($6 for bottles coors light). The view is awesome. And likely what you are paying for.
Food: I ordered the ribeye with baked potato. The potato was loaded & delicious. The steak was okay, not superb, but not bad either. For the price point you can get a better quality steak elsewhere. For an app, I order the escargot- which was great. This would be the only reason I come back.
Service: the service was good. I went with a group of younger people and they weren't judgmental considering. I respect that, as you never know who your patrons are. The staff was attentive and brought complimentary desert to our guest of honor.
Bottom line: There's better steakhouses for the price point, but the food is okay nonetheless, particularly if you're already downtown. The casino is in pretty poor shape, so if you're looking for that experience with your steak, look elsewhere.
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