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| - I had often passed by the Railroad Pass Casino on trips between North Las Vegas and Laughlin, and noted terrific hamburger deals advertised on the casino's electronic marquee. So, on one such trip, on a lark I decided to stop here and try this place out. At the bar I was able to score a nearly extinct 99-cent Shrimp Cocktail, which consisted of several small shrimps stuffed in a glass and covered by mild bright red Cocktail Sauce. Though small, the shrimps were somewhat plump, cold, and tasty. At that price point I had to hold myself back from ordering another.
Then it was on to the Iron Rail Cafe. While there were no burger deals this night, a far better offer beckoned. Since it was the beginning of the casino's 85th birthday weekend, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, and cooked vegetables were being offered for 85 cents. Yes, just 85 cents! I added an Iceberg Side Salad for about triple what I paid for my main. I also got to eat Diane's cup of Split Pea Soup, which was wonderfully hot and enhanced by bits of ham and carrots. The salad was fairly simple but filling, with Iceberg Lettuce, 2 Cherry Tomatoes, and a solid creamy French Dressing. Saltines accompanied the salad.
When my entree arrived, it was good peppery and tomatoey Meatloaf and whipped potatoes partially covered by good Brown Gravy; yet only 2 slices of meat were served. I could have had a second 85-cent round of Meatloaf if I wished. Accompanying carrot pieces were not cooked through, and Diane's French Fries were soft and had quite likely been frozen.
But it was a good, ultra inexpensive, serviceable meal! And quite soon I plan to try De Simone's Steakhouse, that I also sniffed out and inspected across the aisle, for much finer fare.
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