I've been to Vegas before and have hung out on the Strip, but this time we made our way to Fremont Street and hit up Binion's. I don't think I'll ever go back to the strip again.
I ended up playing 3-6 limit poker with Klaus as the dealer both nights I was in town. I knew the rules of the game, but I had never played at a table in Vegas before. Klaus and all of the players (many of whom were locals) were extremely welcoming. I'm sure the dealers take a couple of chips here and there for the house, but I rarely noticed Klaus doing this. Even better, you don't have to pay to play unless you're small or big blind, so you get a ton of "free" hands, unlike blackjack and other games where you have to put in money before you even get your cards. Players were friendly (none of that wear-my-sunglasses-in-the-house-and-be-silent stereotype) and free mixed drinks were plentiful.
Can't wait to go back, but I'm only buying in if Klaus is my dealer! Gotta keep the luck going.