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June 3rd, 2019 at 10:02:33 PM permalink
Omg, what's going on at the Vue Bar? I hope they're not going to ruin that. That would be a real drag.
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June 3rd, 2019 at 10:14:20 PM permalink
VP in Vegas is pretty much REKT. What's going on there now? I can stop in and check it out for you if needed.
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June 3rd, 2019 at 10:23:18 PM permalink
Quote: MaxPen

VP in Vegas is pretty much REKT. What's going on there now? I can stop in and check it out for you if needed.



The Vue is a classic play, a must visit on every trip. I still miss Key Largo and the Western. Nothing but bad news coming out of that town. Sure, I'd like to know what the deal is, but don't go to too much trouble. Thank you for the offer.
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June 4th, 2019 at 4:19:41 AM permalink
As I have read on Twitter: "Bar is being torn out in its entirety. The new bar will look very similar, but will be brand spankin’ new. No changes to pay tables. In two weeks you’ll get back everything you love about Vue Bar - with a couple bonuses :) "
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June 4th, 2019 at 7:14:24 AM permalink
Quote: IndyJeffrey

As I have read on Twitter: "Bar is being torn out in its entirety. The new bar will look very similar, but will be brand spankin’ new. No changes to pay tables. In two weeks you’ll get back everything you love about Vue Bar - with a couple bonuses :) "




Thank you, that's good news. You made my morning. I wish I could click the thankyou button twice for you, but it only works once.

thank you
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June 4th, 2019 at 3:47:26 PM permalink
I know its in The D and portrays itself as an upscale people-viewing bar (whatever that means), but what is so special about it?
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June 4th, 2019 at 3:56:55 PM permalink
Frequently +EV video poker. There aren't many bars offering that anywhere.
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June 5th, 2019 at 4:05:16 AM permalink
Quote: sabre

Frequently +EV video poker. There aren't many bars offering that anywhere.

perhaps not in casinos

I would guess there are at least 25 bars in LV that you can AP.
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
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June 5th, 2019 at 8:19:42 AM permalink
Quote: AxelWolf

perhaps not in casinos

I would guess there are at least 25 bars in LV that you can AP.



True, but I was thinking more from a tourist perspective.
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June 5th, 2019 at 9:06:40 AM permalink
Quote: AxelWolf



I would guess there are at least 25 bars in LV that you can AP.

I would imagine so, perhaps as legacy machines or ignorant bartenders or perhaps even as a marketing ploy. And of course a large tip can lead to bartenders turning a blind eye to a few things that might be considered as part of 'an advantage'.

However, of those 25 bars how many are near touristy areas where a spouse would be content?
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June 5th, 2019 at 9:10:19 AM permalink
Quote: FleaStiff



However, of those 25 bars how many are near touristy areas where a spouse would be content?



Virtually none I would guess.
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June 5th, 2019 at 12:39:02 PM permalink
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Virtually none I would guess.

That would be my take too, so while this might be a boon to full-time residents of Las Vegas, it essentially precludes vacationers from taking advantage of the situation because even if the husband is willing to explore seedy bars in the boondocks, the wife and kids will want a more 'touristy' experience.
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June 5th, 2019 at 1:35:45 PM permalink
Quote: FleaStiff

That would be my take too, so while this might be a boon to full-time residents of Las Vegas, it essentially precludes vacationers from taking advantage of the situation because even if the husband is willing to explore seedy bars in the boondocks, the wife and kids will want a more 'touristy' experience.



The “tourists” you speak of are the reason there are few good plays left on the strip. It’s their choice to get F’d in the name of playing in Vegas.

That said, most of these places are not seedy and really are no different than local bars in any town USA.

I UBER to multiple off strip bars every trip and have never felt unwelcome and also make acquaintances with many locals. Good values out there if you look.

That said, I get why some keep the wife happy by staying on the strip. It’s a well deserved vacation to many.
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June 6th, 2019 at 5:27:29 PM permalink
Quote: FleaStiff

That would be my take too, so while this might be a boon to full-time residents of Las Vegas, it essentially precludes vacationers from taking advantage of the situation because even if the husband is willing to explore seedy bars in the boondocks, the wife and kids will want a more 'touristy' experience.

I don't know what you are talking about, seedy bar's in the boondocks. Many of las Vegas bar's have better atmospheres and food that would put other places top restaurants and bars to shame.
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June 7th, 2019 at 5:45:40 AM permalink
Quote: Boz

The “tourists” you speak of are the reason there are few good plays left on the strip. It’s their choice to get F’d in the name of playing in Vegas.

That said, most of these places are not seedy and really are no different than local bars in any town USA.

I UBER to multiple off strip bars every trip and have never felt unwelcome and also make acquaintances with many locals. Good values out there if you look.

That said, I get why some keep the wife happy by staying on the strip. It’s a well deserved vacation to many.



I played pay table in planet hollywood that I don't even know what they were. I could have been playing 5/2 bonus and wouldn't have known or cared. When I am there to tourist then I am there to be a tourist. I walk off the elevator and hit the first machine that talks to me which is also the one where I can see a cocktail waitress. As long as my $100 lasts me a few beers I am happy. And on the occasion I will hit a royal and be super happy like last summer.
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June 7th, 2019 at 9:02:55 AM permalink
Quote: GWAE

I walk off the elevator and hit the first machine that talks to me which is also the one where I can see a cocktail waitress. As long as my $100 lasts me a few beers I am happy.

That is what the casinos count on. The "buzz", the "it's a vacation" attitude, the sharpie who dumbs down a bit because he is there with the wife and kids.
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