Casino Player October 2022

SAVING YOU MONEY IN VEGAS

Y ou have to make a visit to Emerald Island, located onWater Street in downtown Henderson. It’s the only casino in the Las Vegas area that features “Gameside Delights.” These“delights”are brought to you while you are playing your favorite slot machine.Donuts, Pastries,Hot Fudge Sundaes, Strawberry Shortcake, Chili Cheese Dogs and Root Beer Floats are just a few of the tasty treats that are served free of charge. When you’re ready for dinner, the steak dinner at Ellis Island is $9.99 and served 24/7.You must play $5 through any slot machine using your players card and then printing a voucher at any kiosk. Losing brings the price of the dinner to $14.95, still a great deal. n The 99-cent Shrimp Cocktail at Fremont Casino is served at Lanai Express snack bar all hours of the day except from 7–11 a.m. daily. n CrunCheese Korean Hot Dog is the first Korean-style hot dog in Las Vegas. Located at 4284 Spring Mountain Rd., CrunCheese offers a crispy hot dog for just $1.99. They serve an additional 10 other varieties of hot dogs that are all under $5.Their feature hot dog is the Potato Dog. n Here’s something you don’t see too often or at all. Marilyn’s Café at Tuscany Casino serves a chicken and egg breakfast for $11.95. n Earl Grey Café at Rampart Casino serves a $5.99/two egg omelet from midnight–to 5 a.m.The special includes Breakfast Potatoes andToast.You can also get a Cheese burger and Fries for $5.99.The café also serves daily lunch and dinner specials for just $10.99. n The price of the lunch menu at Ocean One at Fashion Show Mall is now $5.99, an increase of $1. Every item on the lunch menu is just $5.99! Any of their cocktails are 3 for 1. n If you’re looking for cheap Blackjack options, both Downtown Grand and Oyo Las Vegas offer $1 games.

New Italian bistro opens at Rampart Casino S et in the main Promenade connecting Rampart Casino to the JW Marriott Las Vegas, Spiedini Fiamma brings a very coastal vibe to the property,with shades of blue and curves mimicking waves throughout the design. Light colored marble and quartz counters line the bar and tabletops, sand-colored stacked stone and light tiles adorn entryways and accent areas, and lush blue velvet banquettes bring the sophisticated color palette together. Paying homage to“fiamma” in the name, flame-element features throughout, including fire pits on the patio and of course, an open kitchen, add to the overall vibe.Above the open kitchen, a beautiful coastal mural by local artist Anne MarieVadala gives diners a feeling of being in an Italian cafe. Continuing the tradition of beautiful outdoor spaces on property, Spiedini Fiamma is no exception with a wrap around outdoor patio spanning more than 1,400 square feet surrounded by lush greenery,waterfalls and koi ponds. General Manager Michelle Bacigalupi said,“We are really excited to welcome our customers to a completely reimagined space and we are thrilled to welcome back Chef Paula Smagacz who has created a delicious menu that will transport our guests to a neighborhood bistro in Italy with each bite.” Chef Smagacz has created a robust menu of Italian staples that give the feeling of being in an Italian neighborhood cafe.Highlighted small plates include the Saffron Mussels with saffron broth, lemon zest and fresh oregano; the Meatballs with red sauce, ricotta and a grilled crostini; and the Beef Carpac cio with capers, shredded egg, arugula and parmesan. Entrees and House Made Pasta options include Chicken Marsala with mushrooms,Marsala wine, demi and capellini;Veal Parmesan with tomato sauce,mozzarella, basil and Parmesan served with spaghetti; Braised Short Rib with cheese polenta, carrot, rib jus and broccolini; Bucatini Carbonara with prosciutto, peas, egg yolk, Parmesan cream and parsley; Lobster Ravioli with tomato cream sauce; and Risotto Primavera with spinach, portabella, square, zucchini, tomato, peppers and Parmesan. The Seafood Frutti di Mare with clams,mussels, shrimp, calamari and squid ink pasta and the Catch of Day are two highlights of the Seafood section. A pizza oven in the open kitchen will provide piping hot Americano-style pizzas including the Calabrian Pepper & Sausage with mozzarella, oregano, Calabrian peppers and pecorino; and the Prosciutto & Fig with arugula and Parmesan cream sauce. Spiedini Fiamma serves dinner Sunday throughThursday from 5–9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5–10 p.m.,with Happy Hour (beginning Oct. 23) from 4–6 p.m. Sunday throughThursday. Reservations can be made by calling (702) 869-7790 or online at Open Table or at www.TheResortAtSummerlin.com.

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