Q: positive

A: The Gainey Ranch is not far from our place (closer than Old Town destinations) so it makes it an attractive spot when we're in the mood for a few drinks. I'm a big fan of hotel bars but there must be a distinction here...this is a resort bar, not a hotel bar. That means that you do get people barefoot, in swimsuits, and children running through there at all hours. (Which is fine but it's a different feel from a hotel bar such as Skybar.) Obviously as of right now I have only been there during the summer but it has been a heavy hotel clientele every time we have gone and not many locals. The rum drinks that they make are fantastic. They use quality rum (10 Cane! Woohoo!) and the Flamingo and Mojito are both excellent- well made and strong. The service at tables can sometimes be slow as there are often a ton of people there and the waitresses are running around trying to get to everyone. The live music is a very nice change, I don't think I would classify it as jazz, perhaps more like smooth jazz. (Think covers of Oye Como Va and Fly Like an Eagle) But they do have an amazing trumpeter who also breaks into tap dancing! Sometimes it does feel like you're at a wedding but it's enjoyable. The food is ok, the Sonoran chips are make your own nachos which I love (but my husband doesn't). It's a great relaxing place to have a few drinks and soak up the company you're with.

Q: negative

A: To review Las Vegas buffets I've broken it down into 4 sections. Appetizers: Nothing here was very fresh. The crab was slimy and overcooked demonstrating lack of freshness. Even the shrimp for the shrimp cocktail was slimy. They may have the variety of items but lacks significantly on quality. Salads: Reminds me of a salad bar at a Sizzlers, and I hate Sizzlers. Main Entree: As with a smorgasbord I tried a little of everything. All the meats were of the lowest quality I have ever tried. They were so chewy that I was unable to eat it and spit most of them into my napkin. Desserts: Large selection but of the items I tasted, they were all very bland. Yes this place seems to focus more on quantity and variety. The Rio may have the largest buffet and variety in Vegas, but they have the worst quality of food I have tasted so far. To experience the difference, try the buffet at the Wynn for comparison and you'll see what I mean. Decor: 2 Stars (very dreary) Service: 3 Stars (decent service) Atmosphere: 2 Stars (not very friendly) Food Quality: 1 Stars (terrible) Quantity of Food: 5 Stars (its all you can eat) Price: 1 Stars (too expensive for the quality) For a Grand Total of 2 Stars.

Q: positive

A: Very Impress with the wine sommelier he went out of his way to show us how fresh the Colorado Lamb was. Great place at a great price. If you like Pizza, Pasta and Lamb this place is worth the visit.

Q: positive

A:
Yummy, yummy authentic mexican food! Their Tortas are awesome, and so are the quesadillas. I love that the quesadillas have veggies inside.