We came here on a recent fight night and the place was packed. The glitz and glam was over the top and it was quite fascinating to see all the people dressed to the nines to go and see a couple of guys beat the crap out of each other.
Unfortunately that was the only memorable thing about MGM. This place is a staple of the strip and at one point and used to be the place to go. Now with the many upscale casinos that have popped up along the strip, MGM has become somewhat archaic.
To MGM's credit, they tried to remain relevant by changing their business model in the early to mid 90's by becoming "family friendly" and building an amusement park. Unfortunately for them that model didn't work because Vegas isn't a kids town. That is evident by all those street vendors handing out the escort pamphlets as you walk up and down the streets.
From the outside, MGM is still gorgeous. There is something royal about that greenly lit building without the tackiness of many Vegas establishments. The inside however could use a face lift as many of us could with age. It seems as though they are continuously working on the entrance at the corner of Trop / LV Blvd and I would suggest they take some of that budget and move it inwards.
Table prices are high as you'd expect but you can go across the street to one of the lessor known casinos and find more reasonable tables.
I still like MGM. It is like an old shoe that is comfortable. But even with old shoes, you eventually have to upgrade.