Binion's: Casino Tour, Steaks at the Top, & Ghosts in the Hotel!

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Binion's: Casino Tour, Steaks at the Top, & Ghosts in the Hotel!

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What could be more representative of the early days of Las Vegas gaming than Binion's Horseshoe, and Benny Binion himself? In today's adventure, we are going to visit the current version of Binion's - the Gambling Hall & Hotel as it's known - and talk a bit of history as well. We will tour the casino, peek at the restaurants, talk ghosts at the Hotel Apache, do lunch at Whiskey Licker Up and dinner at the fabulous Top of Binion's Steakhouse - all in 22 minutes! Ohh those 24th floor views, and that aged-40-days Angus beef...It is not to be missed, so join us for all the fun Riiight Now.
The Top of Binion's Steakhouse segment begins at 10:25
To find out more about Binion's Gambling Hall & Hotel (including Hotel Apache and Top of Binion's Steakhouse):
www.binions.com
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PHOTO CREDITS:
The photo of Benny Binion being interviewed by CBS is courtesy of Wikipedia.
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Benny Binion at the 1979 World Series of Poker. This image is part of the University of Nevada at Las Vegas Special Collections on the World Series of Poker [1]. Permission was given by David Schwartz, coordinator of the Gaming Studies Research Center, to use any materials from this site in accordance with the GFDL.
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The photo of Benny Binion and his daughter with the million dollar display is courtesy of Wikipedia.
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This image is part of University of Nevada at Las Vegas Special Collections on the World Series of Poker. Permission was given by David G. Schwartz, director of the Center for Gaming Research, to use any materials from this site in accordance with the GFDL.
gaming.unlv.edu/WSOP/Binionpho..., GFDL,
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Several photos were taken from the following books:
Blood Aces
By Doug J. Swanson
Copyright 2014
- Photo of Benny Binion in the cowboy hat
- Photo of World Series of Poker table
- Photo of Benny Binion and the Statue on Horseback
Fabulous Las Vegas in the 50s: Glitz, Glamour, & Games
By Fred E. Basten and Charles Phoenix
Copyright 1999
- Color photo of The Mint and Fremont Street, circa 1958
Las Vegas Then and Now
By Su Kim Chung
Copyright 2002
- B&W photo of Golden Nugget, Hotel Apache, Eldorado Club, circa 1950s
- Color photo of Golden Nugget & Binion’s, 50 years later
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Credit for the opening segment goes to Trent Rentsch - thank you Trent! Contact him at trentrentsch@gmail.com.
The drone shot of the Lake at Lorenzi Park is by Count Chris, courtesy of pixabay.com.
Songs from the KZfaq Audio Library featured in this video:
- Love or Lust
- Tiptoe_Out_the_Back
- Touching Moment
Songs and clips from the Epidemic Sound Audio Library:
ES_Endless Pt. 1 - Peter Sandberg
ES_Bill Me - Ritchie Everett
ES_Mall Crowd - SFX Producer
ES_Light Dance - Ennio Mano
ES_The One - Ritchie Everett
ES_Spring Blossoms - Ennio Mano
ES_At the Bar Again - Franz Gordon
ES_Restaurant Crowd 2 - SFX Producer
ES_Western Story - Marc Torch
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Cinematography: Dale McKenzie, Paula McKenzie
Editing, Voiceover, Post-Production: Dale McKenzie, Final Cut Pro X
Script, Research: Paula McKenzie
Cameras & Gear: iPhone 11 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro Max in 4K video; Lumix G9 in 4K video for the intro/outro; sound by Rode Wireless GO

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@monicasanders810 2 жыл бұрын

If anyone is interested in watching the Ghost Adventures episode when they investigated Binion’s it’s season 21 episode 5. I watched it again last night.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this, Monica - we pinned it so others can see it. :)

@xx_theartfuldodger_xx1105 2 жыл бұрын

Binion's Cafe is not only the best breakfast downtown, I would argue the best in Vegas for the price. Underrated hidden gem for sure.

@lindafrias1291 2 жыл бұрын

Howdy do....another great and interesting video...😊

@jamessalgado3851 2 жыл бұрын

i think my friend and i will visit binions steakhouse!!! it looks fantastic and you are right paula the side is INCLUDED!!! that is unheard of now a days!!!! as always fantastic dale and paula!!!!! you two are BY FAR my favorite u tubers!!!! keep up the outstanding hard work and lovely videos!! they warm my heart!!!!

@kathiestonaker3717 2 жыл бұрын

You’re both so well spoken. I’m guessing you both went to college. You’re my favorite vloggers because I can relate to you better than some others. I love my Pompsie and Greta, and Jacob, and Greta etc but your vlogs are my must see on Sundays. You have a very calming presence. Thanks so much 🥰

@erinjohnson8117 2 жыл бұрын

I agree fully!

@gingerriviera3654 2 жыл бұрын

People have the ability to be articulate without having gone to College...:)

@rephaelrechitzky9763 2 жыл бұрын

Paula and Dale, you are the most wonderful people and sites to watch in Vegas. I always learn something new and valuable and not just food, as some others have. You are intelligent, my kind of people. Thank you for sharing.

@alyssadiceflipper5201 2 жыл бұрын

Staying at Apache would make a interesting vlog for sure. Thank you Benny for starting the free drinks for gambling. My Hero!

@JayJoey 2 жыл бұрын

The haunted hotel part has our eyes 👀. Our favorite Sunday morning routine ☺️

@woofolliesmydog8628 2 жыл бұрын

Not to forget that Binions also used to host The World Series of Poker. I really love your videos. Every episode is so expertly filmed and narrated.

@Kelly-tj8xv 2 жыл бұрын

I'm new to Las Vegas, going for the first time when I was 55, and I'm 57 now. That was so cool to hear about the old original carpet being placed down. I'm addicted to 'old' Las Vegas. So sad I missed all the old long gone hotels. I still find the Stardust stars the most gorgeous streetside marquee. I saw it in March at the old boneyard/Neon museum. Wish they sold reproductions in the gift shop that you could plug in. I will be joining the public who've been in the old demolished casinos, because, I'll be able to say I stayed in the historic MIRAGE, after it's gone. I go see Wayne Newton twice a week when I vacation in Vegas, which is every 8 weeks now, as I live in L.A. I'm so happy to still be able to see a classic Vegas entertainer that is still around. My Granny LOVED Vegas, and went a couple times each summer in the early 1980's. She always wanted to bring me, and I always refused. How stupid of me. I regret it terribly.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Kelly - well don't waste time with regrets, just make up for lost time as best you can! Seeing Wayne is a good way to do it, and staying in hotels that are soon to change hands and become something else is another. Collect stuff - napkins, matchbooks, postcards, whatever - because they will mean something to you later! If you are here for more than a couple of days, go to the antique stores in Boulder City, because a couple of them have terrific Old Vegas memorabilia. In fact, even closer is the Gamblers General Store on Main Street - lots of memorabilia from the old days in there as well. 😊

@vickicreasy9089 2 жыл бұрын

Will Rogers Coliseum in Fort Worth, I used to live there. They have stock yard events and rodeo every year. Brought back memories of Fort Worth. Thank you for the history of Binions. Back in the day Fort Worth was the main meat processing place.

@cathyshuler8149 2 жыл бұрын

This has been such fun watching this video about Binion's! It's on my list to have dinner there next time we are there (those steaks looked so good!)... and maybe stay at the hotel. It's so interesting to know that Benny Binion was a Texan! And that the rider/horse statue that was with Billy Bob's in Fort Worth made its way to Las Vegas. Fort Worth is my hometown. ..where the West begins!

@capemayor1 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE your historical videos! Please do an overnight ghost tour stay at The Apache!

@wildfoodietours 2 жыл бұрын

I stayed at Hotel Apache inside Binion's for the first time recently and it was amazing. Love the old school Victorian architecture and the multiple passages leading to the room. Can't wait to stay there again. And the rooftop pool is iconic in Vegas and such a fun time with a great view of the mountains. Thank you for sharing Dale and Paula.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for giving us this little insight into the Hotel Apache! Ohh my goodness, now I really want to book an overnight stay - I LOVE all things Victorian.

@maxsipmeier5366 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Paula und Dan wieder ein phantastisches Video vielen Dank dafür liebe Grüße von Elisabeth und Max Straubing Germany

@davidrockey6695 2 жыл бұрын

My wife and I got married in Vegas in 2018. Gone back every year since for our anniversary, well except for 2020. We stayed in the Golden Nugget but ate breakfast at the Binion's Cafe every morning! We stayed in the Binions Hotel last Summer for a night. It wasn't the most luxurious. But, it definitely had an old Vegas feel. Glad we did it!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Now you make me want to go try the Hotel Apache…just for a night! 👻 We are so glad you married here and choose to celebrate your anniversary here too ❤️

@JKStayinVegas 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Trust us, The Apache isn’t the only part that’s haunted - so is Binions itself. We found that out for ourselves, accidentally, before they ever reopened The Apache. Up until the pandemic, our friends would come here every Thanksgiving and we would go ghost hunting in the hotel. The hotel wasn’t open, but we still stumbled upon it. Oooh the stories we have. 😳🙃😁

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Oooh I had NO idea!! You experienced the ghosts, even without being in the hotel?

@JKStayinVegas 2 жыл бұрын

@@paulamckenzie Well, technically, we were IN Binion’s when Jeff and I went looking for the pool only to discover it was closed - permanently… and so our Ghost Hunting Adventure inside Binion’s began. Toooo much to write. This was in 2012 and continued. I’ll just call you. 💜💜

@Imvps100 2 жыл бұрын

Love u guys

@busterbud 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for historic look back, as well as the restaurant review. I remember Binion's being known for allowing a bet of any size, because every once in a while, there would be story that would get national exposure of someone who bet some astronomical amount on one hand of blackjack, a roll of the dice, or a single spin of the roulette wheel. Keep the great content coming!

@kathleenmanley9733 2 жыл бұрын

To anyone who may be visiting Vegas for the first time, Binge watch this channel! Too many people do not realize that Vegas has lots of history. Thanks for this one! Your friendly showgirl.

@josephmalloytravels7516 2 жыл бұрын

My wifes second favorite casino , the first being the plaza. Once i get her in there i can't get her out. we never stayed downtown because i love the over the top glitz of the strip. But i do enjoy visiting downtown for a night. Thank you for sharing 🥂🥂♥️

@citibear57 2 жыл бұрын

Please do more videos of historic Las Vegas. Downtown Las Vegas was a must-see even when the new resorts were being built along the strip. I have often meant to ask you if you could do a video of the autographed photos in your office. Dale has an awesome collection! Getting back to old downtown, on my first trip to Las Vegas was in 1982, we went down to Fremont Street (pre-canopy) and the neon signs were amazing! There seemed to be a bit of a commotion down the block from where we were. When we got there everyone was buzzing about seeing Elizabeth Taylor. Darn! I missed seeing a Hollywood legend by a few minutes. It truly was a special place in its day.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

OMG!!! Liz Taylor was my mother's absolute favorite, she used to collect Photoplay magazines with her on the cover! I can only imagine the excitement on Fremont if she was there. as for more historic and more downtown...stay tuned this Sunday, we got more for ya. 😉

@donnaroni 2 жыл бұрын

A new subscriber here and just wanted to say how much I love your quality content!! Super informative and helpful! The music, editing, and narrating are fantastic. You and Paula are adorable haha! I have yet to visit downtown vintage Vegas, but I’m looking forward to checking it out thanks to this video! Thanks again for sharing your experiences and insights!! Keep up the great work!! And cheers to Paula and her liquid dessert lol!! Whisky is an excellent choice! 🤣🥃

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Donna, and welcome to our lovely little KZfaq community! We are so glad you found our channel, and even more glad that you like our content. Stay tuned, more on the way. 😊

@alinelson2 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paula and Dale! I loved going to Binion's Steak House! I haven't been to Las Vegas in a while, but I remember how good that place was! Do you remember the breakfast place downstairs in the back of the casino? They had eggs and a HUGE ham steak for 2.99!!! Binions is a big blast from the past!! Thanks so much for sharing! Hugs!!

@markhayden4386 2 жыл бұрын

Many years ago my father and I would order the graveyard special. It was a complete NY strip steak dinner for a ridiculous low price.

@chrisd2076 2 жыл бұрын

"I feel cleansed already." LOL!!

@easyedawg9160 2 жыл бұрын

I'll be taking my mom to Top of the Binion's for her 85th Birthday next month. Thank you for the history and review. Thumbs up.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, please tell us how the 85th birthday celebration goes - we hope it's wonderful! Tell your Mom happy b'day from us at LVIO.

@unclerudy9797 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Folks ! Another Great Vlog ! Amazing History and and Amazing Meal at Binions ! Glad you enjoyed ! Stay Well ! Rudy and Kat.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks to our NYC friends for always being out there watching. All the best to the two of you! 🥰

@TrentongoldGold Жыл бұрын

We'd rather stay at Binion's and eat there than any new hotel in LV. So classic and brings back all the old memorys. Benny Binion CLASS ACT!!! Great presentation you two. Thank you so much

@DaleMcKenzie Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@bobm7499 2 жыл бұрын

First time Penny and I went to Vegas Binion's was one of our favorite spots. She loved the history and ate practically every meal at Binion's Cafe, which was in the basement at that time. Good food. Good gamble indeed. I'll never forget the Million Dollar display. One hundred uncirculated $10,000 bills! I remember thinking that each one of those bills was probably worth one million dollars! We visited when the World Series of Poker was still held there. It covered 2 floors. Players bet with chips and $100 bills and there were stacks and stacks of each at every table. Jackpots downstairs were $20,000 plus and easily 5x that upstairs where the televised part was. What an experience!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Oh Bob, how I wish we had been there during the WSOP as you describe it! We went to the Rio when it was going on - Dale's cousin was an entrant and we walked through with him. But I know it was nothing like the excitement you describe!

@lisamoore107 2 жыл бұрын

Love Binions. Years ago at the cafe they had the best bowl of beans and cornbread, so simple but so delicious! I have the picture of me and my hubby on my dresser in front of the million dollars. Great place full of nostalgia.

@edwardcarranza3697 Ай бұрын

The Binion cafe is one of the best for Breakfast!!!

@Christine_1075 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Sunday Dale & Paula

@jenv2770 2 жыл бұрын

Binion was ahead of his time! Trend setter! Thanks Mr. Binion ! Thanks guys for taking us on this trip! 🥩 🍹 🤠

@patgorrell1026 2 жыл бұрын

We were always downtown . Dad liked the dollar slot machine.. It paid well ! ..Paula you look like a million bucks .You too Dale .

@cindycialkowski382 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dale and Paula for another great one. Have a good week, stay cool!

@davidberryman9688 2 жыл бұрын

That was a nice trip back in time. Binions spells Old Las Vegas. I gambled in there a few times with not much luck but that's the way it goes. Too bad you guys couldn't have had a night view from where you were sitting, I bet that would have made your experience even more enjoyable. Thanks for a wonderful production, looking forward to the next one.

@lancestaab2372 2 жыл бұрын

Great look back at one of the founding fathers of Vegas

@timothyrill3825 2 жыл бұрын

That was a wonderful look at the history on Binions! Back in the 90's we traveled to Vegas to visit a great friend. He took us to Binions at 10:00 P.M to have steak from Binions ranch. It was a large New York strip and only $6.95. Some people were grumbling because that was the new price, it was $3.95 before. A wonderful meal and great steak!

@texadonkey34 2 жыл бұрын

You guys are great. Who knew about Hotel Apache👍. Thanks for telling us about the Plaza, that’s gonna be amazing. Paul’s looks hot in the photo. Benny would hate Texas now. No gambling ever😌. Southpoint breakfast buffet is the best🤠. Cheap & hardy.🌟

@melissajensen3166 2 жыл бұрын

I have eaten at that steak house, before they closed off Fremont ST.! It was for my birthday in January of 91. I think we had the long table next to you guys, lol. My late sister-in-law was friends with Jack Binnion. We had great service and great food. Loved the video.

@marydriskell2106 2 жыл бұрын

I love the restaurant! Great views, service and food. Hopefully our next trip to Vegas we can go again. Thanks Paula and Dale. Love all the historical facts.

@reneebarger5194 Жыл бұрын

Back in the early 1970’s this part of downtown was my jam! I loved Binions $1 blackjack, 24 hr breakfasts, poker tournaments & $1,000,000 cash photos. We still have many pictures with the “cash”, the last with my son in 1996! I worked for Del Web & would drive up from Phoenix with paperwork & proofs for DW properties. My pals & I loved the 4 Queens, Golden Nugget, Horseshoe, the Mint.

@harlont 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, as always. One other tidbit you may know, but maybe some of your followers don't, when you walk into Whiskey Licker Up and you walk up the very first level of stairs you'll see an actual section of the original Mint sign (which, along with Stardust are the prettiest two signs Vegas ever had, in my opinion). Just a litttle FYI. Again - great video. Really enjoyed it. And without any doubt we are hitting that Steakhouse next visit!!

@sallypeterson5642 2 жыл бұрын

Hi you two. My husband and I always go to Hugo's Cellar when we stay at the Golden Nugget but now we'll have to rethink about going to Binions Steakhouse. Thanks for the review. BTW Paula, I love risotto also.

@lisaanderson8235 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a big reader, so I'm all for Dale and Paula's Book Recommendations! 👍👍 I really dig that rotating bar. And not just because of the 🍺🍺 selection.. but that certainly helps!

@williamcochell9889 2 жыл бұрын

Hey guys! Wow that was a fantastic presentation! View from the restaurant spectacular! What a treat! You make my Sunday Mornings brighter.I understand and appreciate all the positives about Benny Binion! Love the casino! Please forgive me but I couldn’t help but also recall one of the most bombastic fascinating and infamous murder mysteries in Las Vegas for decades! Of course I’m referring to the Ted Binion, Sandy Murphy, Ted (forgot his last name) I understand your sticking to the positive.

@michelledickson3960 2 жыл бұрын

The PBR has their fan fest at the SouthPoint every year. I get to see Benny's statue every year. A very nice tribute.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, they sure do! Not to mention all the National Finals Rodeo hoopla in December.

@kcloufarm 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your videos on the "old Vegas " brings back so many memories, thank you for sharing ❤

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

We LOVE sharing Old Vegas with you guys out there - and we think you enjoy the history too!

@leroyfromnm6509 2 жыл бұрын

Love these history updates. How about Steve Wynn (Golden Nugget) and Sam Boyd (California Club). Boyd's Sam Town is our favorite in Las Vegas. Been staying there since it was first built.

@khunopie9159 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my emmm jee you guyses! This place looks great and P and D are TRUE Binion's Minions!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

LOL OK that one cracked me up! 🤣

@auctionjjk 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video! I LOVE Binion's - love to gamble there and the steakhouse is absolutely amazing (it's a must go-to on every trip). Never stayed there - but I heard I really didn't miss much - however, The Apache sounds pretty interesting. Never had an issue with Binion's Steakhouse and the food and service is absolutely 5 stars! I was so happy to hear they reopened. I heard a story about Benny Binion while I was playing blackjack at The Golden Gate (at that time - it was when The Horseshoe was transitioning to other buyers). An older gentleman told me that Benny would sometimes actually deal blackjack for a hand or two. He would show both of his cards when he was dealing - which obviously gave players an amazing advantage. Then he would give free dinners to those playing at this table. Heard he was a class act all the way. I felt really bad when the Binion family had to sell it. It was a great loss to that era of hospitality. Thanks for sharing!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

And thank YOU for sharing this great story about Benny Binion - I love it!!

@Kelly-tj8xv 2 жыл бұрын

What a lovely historic wooden staircase!!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Isn't it beautiful? It just beckons you to go up and see what's around the bend.

@simonsouth6184 2 жыл бұрын

So interesting... fantastic vlog as always... im gonna try out the steak house next vist... keep up the great work 👍🇬🇧🙂

@merrylarsen1451 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another walk down memory lane! Great video!

@yvonnedee1122 2 жыл бұрын

The beginnings of LV are super fascinating 😍 its classic! I haven’t explored the properties like I want to so I’m glad y’all can take us there! I’m too chicken to stay downtown b/c of 👻

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Yvonne for the tip, you are so sweet. As for the downtown ghosts...well, they are friendly! After all, they are spending eternity in Glitter Gulch! 😉

@donnabolton1870 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent informative vlog. Every week your videos just keep getting better. I love learning about Vegas history and your videos always include so many historical facts. I look forward to your adventures every Sunday morning. Thanks for all your hard work !

@mistervacation23 2 жыл бұрын

Good job Dale on the menu choice I thought maybe you're going to get the salmon again.

@chrissiemaher3091 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you includid Binions Steakhouse in your vlog, I feel like it's always left out and never looked at by vegas vloggers and it is unbelievable, I had my very small (just 4 of us) Wedding meal here in 2018 and they looked after us so well, it was the most delicious meal I have ever eaten!

@feelingpaulie3943 2 жыл бұрын

I really love you guys! Such informative and genuine reviews, and your wonderment at Las Vegas still carries on after all these years!! xxooxx

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

What a nice thing to say! I hadn't heard that term used to describe us, but you know what? It fits - I think the two of us do have wonderment at the uniqueness of this town and its history, its past, its present.

@feelingpaulie3943 2 жыл бұрын

@@paulamckenzie Thank you for your reply! It does fit indeed! Keep up the good work you guys! xxooxx (love from Australia)

@jamesnorris1272 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, kids! Thank you for the terrific history, updates and tour! BTW, the only difference in that picture of you two from a 'few years' back is that I don't see Dale's HAT! This old man will be out there in November, over the Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day, and Binion's will be the 'barracks!' Take care guys, and Best Wishes!

@zas85 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video! I am craving a delicious steak now! I am still convinced that you need to have your own show on the travel network and/or have a contract with Las Vegas Tourism Office and have your videos available on all incoming flights for those visiting to enjoy! :)

@busterbud 2 жыл бұрын

Zachary, I agree. However, the only problem is that nearly all of the programming now on The Travel Channel focuses on the supernatural. I don't know if you've seen the program listings for Travel Channel, but the shows have titles like "Haunted Hospitals," "UFO Hunters," "Ghost Hunters," "Paranormal Caught on Camera," and "Aliens in Alaska" to name some.

@zas85 2 жыл бұрын

@@busterbud You're right, however, with enough push and support...if we prove an audience and a market for it...it could happen! :)

@FrontiersmanAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Love the history and those Vintage Vegas pictures! Whiskey Licker Up and Down is really good. I've never done too well on the slots in Binion's. I love Binion's Cafe! I do like their burgers. Tina and I ate at the BBQ place. It was ok. I gotta stay at Hotel Apache. Big plans for The Plaza...nice! The Steakhouse looks awesome! Wow! What a view! Yum, I love NY Strip. Both steaks look great! Wow...Macallan 14, nice! Great History of Benny Binion.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

You and Tina have probably dined at more restaurants around Vegas than we have! How the heck do you two manage to get around lol? 😂

@FrontiersmanAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

@@paulamckenzie haha! I seriously doubt that! But the best meal I ever ate in Las Vegas was this awesome place called Paula's Kitchen

@tonybrigner3866 2 жыл бұрын

awesome show dale and paula thank you both

@danb.4967 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, would love to hear about Dale's pictures - I'm sure some great stories there!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, there are! Stay tuned, we will do that soon. 😊

@kent81505 2 жыл бұрын

A great vlog as always! Nice to hear about old Vegas and New. Your vlogs are very educational and wonderful.

@andrewpettola6097 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty amazing history at that casino. I always make at least one trip there during my Vegas visits. Thanks for the update and the tour of the Steakhouse! Yum!!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it - Binion's has a spot in the hearts of many Vegas visitors, that's for sure.

@patgorrell1026 2 жыл бұрын

Yee Haw !! Another great vlog !!!@ ☆☆☆

@deliverancetwo 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous video you guys simply fantastic thank you so much for the history and the book recommendation

@filteredwaters9171 2 жыл бұрын

As always, we loved the video! This one was above average you guys!

@thechampiondog4685 2 жыл бұрын

You guys know the downtown eateries well from the steakhouse at Union Plaza and now this. Good Job

@heartquaked 2 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video! Happy Sunday 💜

@malcolmallen3687 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent vlog... Thanks so much for the entertaining history of downtown Las Vegas. 🌴😎🌴

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you like the history - I think you can tell that we sure do!

@donnawalker147 2 жыл бұрын

Really a neat video and so nostalgic! Loved it and again thank you for sharing it with us❤️

@garypetermeier3865 2 жыл бұрын

Yum! I was going to go there when I was in Vegas in 2019 and our plans changed. Now I really want to go there now! Thanks for showing me that place.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

We absolutely loved the place - please do!

@nancyjones9238 2 жыл бұрын

Love listening to you both. Makes me want to get back there and stay wherever you are. In this case Binion's. Just want to give a thumbs up for SouthPoint. We bowl in Nationals whenever it's there and that's where the tournament and we stay. So have gone past that statue several times. The only restaurants we haven't gotten to, are the Chinese place or the one where you have to make reservations and dress up. Always forget to bring dressy clothes. But there's always next time. The rooms are nice and comfortable also. But I do give the SouthPoint a big thumbs up.👍

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

We do too, Nancy - and we thank you for sharing your personal experiences with others who watch and comment! South Point is a great property, and we live close to it now, we too have enjoyed many of its restaurants and other amenities. We stayed there too, when we were in the middle of our move last year.

@stocksandblonds44 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video and pleasantly surprise Where you were sitting in the steak house. We sat in the same spot you sat at in 1995 when it was Top of the Mint.Blown over with the view at dark.

@mark41245 2 жыл бұрын

Another great vlog! Excellent research, narration & editing. Keep up the great work!

@PhilipGuest 2 жыл бұрын

Great video - will definitely be putting Binion’s Steakhouse on our next trip list. Pro tip: *always* leave room for crème brûlée! 😀

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

LOL well in retrospect, I wish we had! I think the other issue is that it was blasting hot that day - like 113 degrees - and we knew we had to walk back to the car, parked over by the Plaza. If it had been cooler I think we'd have gone for it.

@kathywedster946 2 жыл бұрын

Another great blog! Love the history of old Vegas casinos. Nice ending about the statue at Southpoint. We’re stopping there next week on our annual Vegas vacation. It’s usually to have a hot dog from the hot dog cart but now we’ll have to add the horse statue

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, sure, we hope you stop by and say hi to Benny and all the cool rodeo memorabilia around him. And we have had the hot dogs off the cart too - yum!!

@bettyward8389 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed your video today of minions we love bins we are for the old casinos on Fremont Street keep up the good work Paula and Dale

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

We have another one on Fremont for you this Sunday - see you then!

@sean9448 9 ай бұрын

Well-edited and narrated. A joy to watch.

@carriebaker6371 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this video. So glad the steakhouse is all inclusive. The steaks looked wonderful. Thanks guys 😊😊😊😊

@toddhensley880 2 жыл бұрын

Whiskey Licker Up Saloon: Anything with that much BBQ on the menu was made for me.

@elainegottwald2878 2 жыл бұрын

Great video we enjoy going to Binions

@TravelswithTommyandLori 2 жыл бұрын

You gotta do the hotel!!!! We loved Binions when we were there. It was the highlight of our trip there in 2019.

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

LOL not sure we have the nerve, but maybe! We loved being in Binion's to do this vlog...so Old Vegas, it's wonderful.

@monicasanders810 2 жыл бұрын

This was a great vlog and I enjoyed all the history. I ended up looking up Benny Binion after one of your other vlogs and wow was he a character. I had no idea he was originally out of Dallas/Ft worth Texas but moved his “operations” to Vegas. I love when you guys go to a steakhouse and Dale always gets my favorite Filet mignon. Regarding the Apache hotel I actually saw that episode of Ghost Adventures when they did their investigation at the Apache hotel and it was pretty creepy. 👻

@michaeljneal 2 жыл бұрын

Man...you guys sure do some great videos! Thanks for another fascinating look at the city we all know & love!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you - this is such a nice compliment! 😊

@senatorsilver260 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous video, as always. I didn’t know about the hotel…I’m going to check it out next month during my downtown week vacation. I dined at the top of the Mint in 1986 and 1987. Looking forward to visiting the steakhouse next month.

@bodyloverz30 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking my advise, hope you enjoy it! George

@bodyloverz30 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, one person could get the NY Strip and a drink for $75 now, that's a deal in Vegas Steakhouses. All inclusive, still is around, who knew?

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, I write down recommendations from viewers like you, and eventually we get to them. 😊

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

@@bodyloverz30 We agree! It IS amazing to find an all-inclusive steak dinner with that kind of quality, for that price.

@VegasVisual 2 жыл бұрын

Great history and great vlog as usual.

@clfhnt 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like my kind of place!! 'Enjoyed the entire presentation. Thanks for a job well done!!!

@jacobrosen1988 2 жыл бұрын

Great vlog! That Top Of Binions steakhouse looks like a real winner!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

It was wonderful, and I mean it - up there with the Golden Steer for best old Vegas steak experience!

@gmajoanne5692 2 жыл бұрын

Great video you two! Happy Sunday!

@richardmanhire9320 Жыл бұрын

Dale and Paula----thanks for the excellent tour of Binion's. Only problem was you made the dinner meal so enticing I had to leave your video for a bite of lunch. Don't worry, I came back. Again, thanks for the tour, Dick

@keithk3303 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. We just got back from Ohio Amish Country, thank you for the advice. Went to Smuckers and Herschbergers, and stayed at the Carlisle Inn in Sugarcreek. We really enjoyed the trip. We also went to Schmid's Sausage Haus in Columbus which I highly recommend! Thanks again.😃

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

OK now you are making me jealous!! I haven't been since before the pandemic, and I need me some Hershberger's Riiiight Now!

@terrymartinez9405 2 жыл бұрын

We always eat breakfast at the cafe, great prices and service. Was not sure of the barbeque place was open, but mow that we know will get our dinner there on our next LV trip

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

The cafe was very busy the day I swung by - and that means it's gotta be good! 😊

@debbiemata9025 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video today. Thank you so much

@mrpeel3239 2 жыл бұрын

Binion's always reminds me of a Locals' casino, yet located in the heart of Downtown, with a worldwide gambling reputation. Ps the Top of the old Mint looks like Howard Hughes could drop by for a surprise visit!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

We agree on all counts - and OMG you are so right about that steakhouse!

@gingerriviera3654 2 жыл бұрын

Another perfect video, I really love the topic! Thanks for sharing the book Paula. I am looking for it now. Adore you guys. I waited to binge 3 episodes today! So worth it. Happy Summer!

@paulamckenzie 2 жыл бұрын

Aww Ginger, you made my day! We love binge watchers!! 🥰