Did someone die in my room? I had to make a last minute reservation for a hotel the week of the CES show. And if I had $500, I would have taken my benjamins elsewhere. But I didn't so I ended up booking at the once luxurious (in 1973) Imperial palace. When I got there, they only had smoking rooms available. I figured one night, shouldnt be that bad. I mean all of vegas smells like smoke. WRONG. opened the door and totally could not escape the stale smell that came wafting off the floors and walls. I go in, and the room is dark, lampshade is crooked, and a chair is faced looking outside the balcony which overlooks a parking garage. I'm pretty sure someone, at least one person, had OD'd in that room. You could feel the history in that place. Im also sure the linens were hand woven from the lingerie of a thousand dead hookers. That ish was RIPE. Vegas is vegas, and you probably won't sleep all that much there anyhow, but if you have no other options for a hotel other than IP, find them somehow because this hotel was something else.

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I ordered the rabbit, which was cooked really well. I like the couscous that came with it. Very tasty. You have to get thw roast corn side dish. It was my favorite. We also had a lobster taco appetizer, which were mini tacos, but thw flavor was good.

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A Modern Mexican restaurant with an upscale atmosphere - I like it... Three of us had the privilege of dining here last Saturday. The drinks, the service, and the unusual food were all outstanding. The prices are very fair as well... Great location with several other "walking-distance" choices if they are too busy (J Alexander's, Fogo De Chow, El Torito, Flemmings, Quilted Bear). Close to Old Town for nightlife too... Good luck Blanco!

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The best ice tea you can get brewed fresh when you order it. They are super friendly, the food is fresh and made to order, delicious. They also support local artists, schools and businesses. Make it a point to stop by!
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