Best Poker Room
THE ORLEANS
4500 W. Tropicana Ave.
Ever since the Gold Coast folded its hand in deference to its new big brother, The Orleans, this has been one happening poker room. It's known for its variety of games and two tournaments a day, some with only a $20 buy-in. Still, poker players know that one card can make all the difference: Last year's champion, the Bellagio, only went down by one vote.
Our Pick:
TEXAS STATION
2101 Texas Star Lane
We'd never have the guts to play with the big boys at the Bellagio, and we're not naive enough to think even the medium-sized room at Texas Station is always going to offer a friendly little game. But we do know the free buffet every day is no bluff. That's right, free food -- including hot items -- every afternoon and evening makes you think twice about folding.
