GN vs. The D; which do you prefer and why?
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August 21st, 2018 at 7:00:49 PM
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Which do you prefer and why?
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August 21st, 2018 at 7:31:01 PM
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GN - The pool is great!
August 21st, 2018 at 8:07:58 PM
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I prefer each of the downtown casinos, but for diffferent reasons.
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August 21st, 2018 at 8:19:35 PM
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Quote: DJTeddyBearI prefer each of the downtown casinos, but for diffferent reasons.
What reasons?
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August 21st, 2018 at 10:36:02 PM
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For me, the D can be extremely fun when you're in the "right mood" to listen to loud music and watch and people watch while gambling. However, I prefer the Nugget because it's better lit, the crowd seems to be less "fratboyish." I also like that the Golden Nugget is a bit bigger. I feel a bit cramped at the D.
August 21st, 2018 at 11:22:56 PM
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If I don't like you: The D, low floor
otherwise GN
otherwise GN
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August 21st, 2018 at 11:54:26 PM
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My favorite hotel to stay at in that area is Downtown Grand. If I had to choose between those 2 GN wins.
August 22nd, 2018 at 12:04:51 AM
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Quote: LovecompsWhich do you prefer and why?
The D: cons - really loud music in the casino.
- I always feel like they are on the verge of going out of business.
pros - cool retro coin dropper games on the second floor including Sigma Derby.
- The dealers are friendlier than the GN.
GN: cons - Strip quality, but Strip prices Downtown.
- high minimums, even when things are slow.
pros - pool has a shark tank with a slide.
- they actually have a giant golden nugget on display.
- best poker room downtown. However, they are almost the only poker room downtown, as the other option in Binions is just a sad couple of tables.
So... I guess it depends on who is footing the bill. If Im paying out of pocket, I would choose the D since it is cheaper.
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August 22nd, 2018 at 1:07:00 AM
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GN. Just a better and more high end property in every way possible.
August 22nd, 2018 at 6:53:43 AM
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Is this still true? I saw the "Hand of Faith" nugget last year in Biloxi of all places (at the GN there, of course). I thought it was a replica, but GN's own website confirms it is in Biloxi. Is there just a replica now at the GN downtown?Quote: Ayecarumbapros
- they actually have a giant golden nugget on display.
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August 22nd, 2018 at 7:14:12 AM
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The D. GN has rude front desk attendants and dealers. Food at the buffet is old and made me sick. Room was not cleaned properly. Comps were stingy compared to others.
The D has looser machines, better casual food, cleaner and newer rooms, and extremely polite and helpful staff in almost all cases (one surly pit boss, but I went over his head and got my bonus paid). Best comp return for the play I've found downtown.
Low room at the D a definite minus. Casino way too loud, plus FSE noise is incredible in those rooms. Above that level, not bad.
The D has looser machines, better casual food, cleaner and newer rooms, and extremely polite and helpful staff in almost all cases (one surly pit boss, but I went over his head and got my bonus paid). Best comp return for the play I've found downtown.
Low room at the D a definite minus. Casino way too loud, plus FSE noise is incredible in those rooms. Above that level, not bad.
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August 22nd, 2018 at 7:45:42 AM
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Quote: Ayecarumba
pros - cool retro coin dropper games on the second floor including Sigma Derby.
I thought I read somewhere that they revamped and this is no longer the case and Sigma Derby is gone. Can anybody confirm or deny?
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August 22nd, 2018 at 7:46:44 AM
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Golden Nugget:Quote: DJTeddyBearI prefer each of the downtown casinos, but for diffferent reasons.
Upscale. Or at least upscale for downtown.
Poker.
Shark tank.
The D:
High energy vibe.
Sigma Derby.
Golden Gate:
Old timey look & feel.
Downtown Grand:
Quiet.
California:
25¢ chips on craps - used to buy 4/10 for as low as $5.
Four Queens:
It seems like every $5 chip is different.
Main Street Station:
Great / cheap buffet.
Fremont:
I like it, but can't rememeber why.
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Binions:
I haven't played there since the WoV poker game, I think in April, 2016.
Plaza:
I don't play there enough to have an opinion.
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August 22nd, 2018 at 8:23:05 AM
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The D has a 24 hour party pit (dancers) and 10x odds on craps. Their elevator situation is ABSURD though. Consistent five minute wait.
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August 22nd, 2018 at 9:37:41 AM
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Quote: JoemanIs this still true? I saw the "Hand of Faith" nugget last year in Biloxi of all places (at the GN there, of course). I thought it was a replica, but GN's own website confirms it is in Biloxi. Is there just a replica now at the GN downtown?
When I was there not to long ago, the Vegas casino had it. I can't think of why they'd go through the time, trouble, and risk of moving the thing.
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August 22nd, 2018 at 10:50:54 AM
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Quote: JoemanIs this still true? I saw the "Hand of Faith" nugget last year in Biloxi of all places (at the GN there, of course). I thought it was a replica, but GN's own website confirms it is in Biloxi. Is there just a replica now at the GN downtown?
Say it aint so Joe! I havent looked for the nugget display in several months.
Sigma was at the D a year ago. I would be sad if it is gone.
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August 22nd, 2018 at 12:22:18 PM
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I saw it (or so I thought) when I was in Vegas in 2016. It was Mrs. Joeman's first trip to Vegas, and I thought she might appreciate seeing it, so we made a specific trip to the GN to see it. But this Vital Vegas article says that it has been in Biloxi since 2014!!Quote: AyecarumbaSay it aint so Joe! I havent looked for the nugget display in several months.
Was it a replica then? Is it a replica now? I just don't know what to believe any more! :P
Agreed! Is that the last one left? I played on one at the Montbleu (they actually had 2!) in Tahoe a few years back, but I hear those are gone now.Quote:Sigma was at the D a year ago. I would be sad if it is gone.
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August 22nd, 2018 at 12:25:35 PM
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If I want "the strip", I stay on the strip. GN is nice, but I just don't like it as a downtown place to play.
If I am going downtown, I want the other places...
If I am going downtown, I want the other places...
August 22nd, 2018 at 1:21:46 PM
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Quote: JoemanI saw it (or so I thought) when I was in Vegas in 2016. It was Mrs. Joeman's first trip to Vegas, and I thought she might appreciate seeing it, so we made a specific trip to the GN to see it. But this Vital Vegas article says that it has been in Biloxi since 2014!!
Was it a replica then? Is it a replica now? I just don't know what to believe any more! :P.
Ahhck! It is a fake! The GN Las Vegas website confirms the original is in Mississippi.
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August 23rd, 2018 at 10:56:32 PM
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Quote: VCUSkyhawkI thought I read somewhere that they revamped and this is no longer the case and Sigma Derby is gone. Can anybody confirm or deny?
Good news fake race fans! Sigma is still upstairs at the D. Ominously, it is currently under repairs. Please light a candle and think good thoughts for the quick return of the little fake horses.
If you see little bottles of glue in the gift shop, things did not go well for the ponies...
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