Not sure why we haven't stayed at Encore before but stayed here this past weekend on a trip out to sin city. The hotel was nice and clean and though the hotel has been open for a few years I did not see much wear and tear. It's nice to be able to stay at a hotel that actually maintains their rooms. The total experience was much more pleasant that my normal go to hotel of choice (Palazzo). Encore's rooms were 100x better than what Aria offers and though I haven't stayed at Cosmo yet, I'd say Encore may be my new choice when stopping by Vegas. What's also nice is that your room key also serves as your player's card so that I don't have to carry too many cards with me when gambling. I haven't gambled at Wynn in a few years so naturally I've lost all my comps. It was also nice to see a few craps tables with lower limits here along at Wynn. Strolling back from dinner, you'll also see quite a view of the talent featured at their clubs ;-) which just an added bonus. Will probably be back for another stay in the near future.

positive

I used to stop by this cookie-cutter bagel shop about twice a week to grab a coffee and a bagel on my way to work. I mean, it was convenient, up the street from where I lived. I stopped because my idea about customer service is not to give customers grief, and not to mock customers who are looking for an efficient (hell, that's why you are a cookie-cutter shop, right?) way to grab something because they need to be somewhere. So, after about 6 months of not stopping in there, I decide to give it a try this morning. What a mistake that was! Two people behind the counter, no line, one customer waiting for a bagel to be made. One of the counter staff was on the telephone, the other was making this other customer's bagel order. I assume I'll be helped next by the staff after this other customer's bagel order is finished -- no dice. Instead he grabs what apparently was a large telephone order being taken by the other staff person and begins making those orders, and this other staff person for some reason needs to enter this order into their computer. I wait another 5-10 minutes, meanwhile a line is forming behind me, and still nothing. Avoid this place!

negative

Unlimited wine, champagne, and beer! Need I say more?... Food - 9/10 Tasted great and freshly prepared. Service - 10/10 Waiters/Waitresses were very attentive and polite. Variety - 7/10 Was lacking in this department in comparison to some other casino buffets I've visited. Price - ~$30/per person Very good price considering the free unlimited alcohol, great food, and excellent service. Had a good experience overall and would definitely recommend visiting this buffet. *September 2013

positive

This is my favorite hang out. I'm not one of those people that likes going out to eat alone, but this place is a second home. this is also my dinner 1-2 twice a week and I would go more if I could. The food is so inexpensive and good quality and quantity. The staff is fantastic and gets to know you really well. My only complaint is that I can get stuck in a cycle of ordering the same items. Sushi Bento Box, BBQ Salomon, and Atlantic Rolls are my favorites. But that is only because the food is so good. As it has been said in past reviews, go really early for dinner or late, it's normally packed and you do have to wait. However lunch is great, never packed, even on weekends. And remember to tip your waitress!
positive