There's the blackjack tables, a big bar in the middle, and plenty o' slots all around. Then, of course, there's the lounge. Nestled in the corner just off from the restaurant, it reeks of Old Vegas style. Small enough to be cozy, large enough to bring in a good mix of people. The friendly bartenders and waitstaff give the feeling that you're visiting one of your friends at their workplace.
Drinks are a huge highlight of the place.
The mixed drinks are fantastic, too. The gin and tonics are the best I've sampled in the city. But the true star of Ellis Island isn't the decor or the drinks. And so the patrons settled in with their drinks and books to let the talent show begin. The place got crowded quickly.