Frommer's Las Vegas 2004

THE CASINOS 233
Lady Luck A complete remodeling didn’t do too much to change this old gal,
who is still a bit more smoky and crowded than we prefer, but that doesn’t mean
she’s not good for a few go-rounds. Plus, its liberal game rules are attractive to
gamblers. You can play “fast-action hold ’em” here—a combination of 21, poker,
and pai gow poker. 206 N. 3rd St. (at Ogden Ave.). & 702/477-3000.
Main Street Station Finds This is the best of the Downtown casinos, at least
in terms of comfort and a pleasant environment. Even the Golden Nugget, nice
as it is, has more noise and distractions. The decor here is, again, classic
Vegas/old-timey (Victorian-era) San Francisco, but with extra touches (check out
the old-fashioned fans above the truly beautiful bar) that make it work much
better than other attempts at the same decor. Strangely, it seems just about
smoke-free, perhaps thanks in part to a very high ceiling. The claustrophobia level
is zero. 200 N. Main St. (between Fremont St. and I-95). & 800/713-8933 or 702/387-1896.