News reports indicate the economy in the U.S. has a lot of people tightening their belts. Industry and homeowners
las vegas casino hotels alike are having to endure these hard situations. Among the hardest hit it seems is the homeowner. This market has seen home foreclosures hitting all time high rates - a fact that has the common individual reevaluating their investing habits. Case in point: the Las Vegas real estate market has suffered, too, but short-sales and foreclosures are sky rocketing. So what does this mean for investors and cash conscious real estate buyers? Opportunity! About a mile off The Strip to the west on Tropicana Avenue, the Orleans serves
Steak and eggs with toast and hash browns for $3.99 at the Courtyard Café, between midnight and 6 a.m. Service is a little faster than at The Burger Joint above, and the steak is cheaper - but not a Ribeye. If you're not in a steak mood, the Courtyard Café is one of the few remaining places to have a lot of graveyard breakfast choices for fabulous prices between $1.99 and $2.99. The Courtyard Café also has Asian and Pacific food on their menu at very reasonable prices.
SPOTLIGHT: Ellis Island Casino & Brewery
Don't be put off by the outside appearance. This place is almost always busy because it draws both tourists and locals. Also plan to wait for a table, and service can be slow if you want to eat at traditional times. Fortunately, you can get a deal here at any time, 24 hours a day. And like the sign says, this is also a brewery, so you have the opportunity to try one of their several microbrews, or even their own root beer if you prefer. Next to the restaurant you'll find the bar, which is a local's favorite for karaoke. Ellis Island is located behind Bally's on Koval Lane, by Flamingo Road.
For an early traditional breakfast (
Two scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy and bacon or sausage,) Ellis Island only charges $1.95 between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. for the special.
Later in the morning, or at night before crashing, you might consider
New Yorksteak and eggs for $3.45 at Ellis Island. They serve breakfast between 11 p.m. and 11 a.m.
In the 24 Hour Restaurant, [yes, that is what they actually call it,] you can also get a
10-ounce Steak Dinner for $6.99. The steak comes
with green beans, potato, bread, and a Beer. Overall the meal is very tasty and may be the best value meal in town. This special is not always in the menu, but if you ask for it, it is always available.
At the bar they serve
Miller Genuine Draft for $1, and
the show is free. While you're there, the Sundance Grill serves a sirloin steak, golden fried shrimp, soup or salad, and your choice of baked potato, rice, or fries for only $12.99.
Have a Lot of Fun for Less
With these tips it is possible to eat for under $20 a day, and still get as much as you want.
A few things to remember though: Most of the Las Vegas employees get paid next to nothing, and actually live off of their tips. Typical tips start at $1 to $2. If you happen to be a winner, you might tip a little more; you'll be surprised at the increased quality of service when you do. So please remember to appreciate the service, especially when it is excellent.
For further savings and to avoid tipping situations, here are a few suggestions:
Avoid Room Service! Room Service always includes additional charges and requires a tip for your server. Most all of the hotels have a 24 hour Café that will cost you much less. Also refer to the deals mentioned above.
A lot of people were out of work between 2005 and 2008 and there were not enough jobs to go around. Therefore there were less people looking to buy homes. These job shortages have come to an end. There have been more and more building developments of hotels, resorts and casinos. These developments reach staggering amounts of cash to build them. These have opened the way for job seekers and brought much more to the area than just pretty lights and a chance to win big.These resorts and other constructions are not the end of the overhaul of Las Vegas. However there is more being said to open in 2009, 2010 and even later than this. The amount of jobs that are free for residents is steadily growing at a very comfortable pace. The unemployment that started the meltdown of various industries within Las Vegas, including real estate is now going to turn it around and more jobs means more opportunities.
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