The tables were old and the place had a smell to it, probably years and years of old cigarette smoke. But there was a historical feel to the place, especially on the wall of fame, where all the WSOP main event winners photos are displayed. All-in-all, despite the history, this is one of those places that should have been imploded years ago.
A mix of players. This was my first trip to Binions and I had not been playing long (only a few months entirely at Foxwoods in CT). Compared to Foxwoods, the competition was easier. One guy raised preflop every hand. Once everyone evaluated him he busted out pretty quick (and this is on a 2/4 table!). Most of the players were having fun, kidding around and such. Played nine hours straight and lost a little. But it was fun.
Most of the dealers were older. One dealer claimed to have been dealing at Binions for almost 40 years (and he looked it!). No mistakes. Some were a little slow, but they were probably working there to supplement their Social Security checks.
Cocktail waitresses? In the nine hours I played (6 pm to 3 am), I think I saw one cocktail waitress, and she must have been on social security herself. I did not order anythig, so I am not quite sure how long the service took.
Was seated quickly at the 2/4 table. Wanted a 4/8, but by the time they finally started a table I was already comfortable where I was and did not wish to change. However, since I played so long they did validate my entire 9 hours of parking instead of only the advertised four hours. Somehow I missed the free lot when I was driving around looking for a place to park.
Validated parking. Otherwise, don't know, didn't ask.
