Case: XS, I still love you dearly, but this review is for one particular VIP host and the way he treated us the last time I went: Joe Leano. Yes, Joe, this one goes out to your pretentious ass.\n\nI went to XS for Tiesto night with three other girls after being promised by two different legit hosts that we would be able to get in on the reduced admission guest list ($20 for girls, $50 for guys). We were in line by 10 pm and did everything as we were told. When we got to the front of the line, however, Joe stopped us and told us there was no such thing as a reduced admission guest list. My friend and I whipped out our cell phones to show him the text messages we'd received literally minutes ago from our promoters, who were both working at Tryst that night. Joe basically told us he thought we were bullshitting (even though we told him he could check the numbers) and said he was only doing his job and we would have to pay $100 to get in (after telling our other friends $75 about 20 minutes earlier). Um... I'm sorry? I understand it's Tiesto night, but it's not even 11 pm, we're four girls on the guest list, and you're telling us to pay $100 to get into your club? We pointed out the absurdity of this and Joe told us in the rudest, most sarcastic tone ever that the only way he would accept proof of the \""reduced admission guest list\"" we claimed existed was if we dragged one of our promoters over from Tryst to walk us in. We asked, very patiently, if we could go over and get a video recording or signature or something as proof. He said no and refused to offer a reason why, instead telling us over and over again to step out of line. \n\nBy this point we were tired of wasting time when he was just being an asshole for the sake of being an asshole so we finally complied, but instead of leaving we went to go talk to Eric, who wrote us a slip within 10 seconds of us showing him our texts. After we got in my friend went to go give Joe a piece of her mind, and he conveniently slammed the door in her face.\n\nFYI, Joe, just because you're having a miserable night doesn't mean you have to ruin ours.
Classification: Discomycetes


Case: It had been a while since I had been to Blu.  My last visit was less than anticipated and frankly I was disappointed.   However...last night I decided to give it another shot...and I am glad I did!  The waitress made awesome suggestions and Richard...the original owner / chef  took the time to talk with us.  Our food was fresh and delicious.  We will definetly be back!.
Classification: hamate


Case: oh em gee... terrible food and terrible setting.\n\nI HATE buffets, but went here because a dear friend of mine talked about it for two days and insisted on going. I am glad that I went because it reconfirmed why I hate buffets. \n\nThere was a HUGE selection, but a huge selection of crap. You had your usual prime rib, seafood, mexican food, sushi, asian fusion etc.- all lacking in quality. I don't remember specific details, because there was so much food, but what I do remember is that they used snow crab legs- - lame!! I am not asking for stone crab, but at least Alaskan king or something more meaty. Way better options in Vegas... tsk tsk
Classification: Discomycetes


Case: I've stayed in both the Wynn and Encore - both have their merits and are top class hotels - it all depends on what you want from your trip to Vegas.\n\nMy most recent visit was at the Encore - I liked that the rooms are more spacious (bedroom with separate sitting area), and overall the hotel is quieter - you don't have to walk all the way through a smoky casino to get to the guest elevators. The pool is also a bit smaller and quieter compared to the Wynn's - I could actually find some shade without having to \""rent\"" it as you do at the Wynn! \n\nThere are fantastic restaurants and clubs throughout the resort, attentive staff, walking distance to Fashion Show Mall, etc.\n\nWhy not 5 Stars? I really feel that a 5-Star resort should not charge you daily resort and Internet usage fees - this should be incorporated into the price of your room when paying $200+ a night.  \n\nMy other comments for improvement: I was staying here for a company retreat. Most people arrived on Thursday morning/early afternoon, and our first event started at 4pm. Given the number of attendees, I felt that as a courtesy to our company the hotel should have ensured our rooms were ready first. The event also included a formal gala, and the staff did not seem equipped to have my gown steamed, nor were the willing to extend themselves to help me out. Thankfully I was able to take it to Nordstrom across the street - they had it done in less than an hour...and for free since I purchased it from them!
Classification: hamate


Case: It's an Arby's, food tastes like every other Arby's. \n\nHowever, the service is consistently good and that's important when you're trying to cram a quick lunch within a half hour break, so they get a few stars from me.\n\nEdit: This outlet didn't honor their nationwide promotion of free curly fries after a Matt Kenseth NASCAR win. The cashier didn't even know who Matt Kenseth is, and made me feel like an idiot trying to collect on a dollar side item. What the crap?
Classification: Discomycetes


Case: I want to start my reviews of Pittsburgh stating that I love it.  Not for the food, not for the ngiht life, but for the fact that I have such fantastic friends living there who make it an amazing, fun, carefree experience to visit them.  They also get really excited about food in Pittsburgh, and after an amazing night out where we slept at 530 AM we woke up and decided to go for brunch at the famous Pamela's.  \nWe walked in to a large diner, with the smell of corned beef, eggs and browned sugar welcoming us.\nAfter perusing the menu and looking around me, I decided on the corned beef and swiss omelette, the onion rings and a blueberry crepe order to share with Georges.  Andrea ordered eggs with bacon and ham (yes both), as Alejandro, and Georges ordered the chorizo patties with eggs.  After adding an extra order of lyonnaise potatoes we decided to start with those.\nThe food was...well disappointing.  Everything was covered in margarine (not butter, not olive oil but margarine), the chorizo was greasy, and the pancakes were beyond disappointing, shooting into the land of mediocrity whose anthem starts with \""you must be kidding, these are famous?\""\nThe only things I liked were the onion rings and the lyonnaise potatoes which were only ok, but compared to the rest were-well, better.\nI will be back to Pittsburgh to see everyone I love very much, but I do not think Pamela and I will meet again.
Classification: Discomycetes


Case: Finally!  A great non-chain restaurant in the University Area!  Great pizzas, awesome brunch including red velvet waffles and breakfast pizza.  Yum!  I'm so happy!
Classification: hamate


Case: This fairly new establishment has sprouted in various locations on the strip.  Aside from the usual gourmet jelly beans, chocolate, and other candies, they also have a mini bar where you can order dessert cocktails.  I believe one of the other locations is actually a full bar/club.  Our son who has a very big sweet tooth saw the candy display and made a run into the store.  $16.98/pound for candy in a duck bag, $3 for Unicorn lollipop.  The cupcakes looked good but there were no prices and were pretty small so we opted out.  Service was cheerful.  Very convenient if you are just out to buy sweets and do not have time to run into the area drugstores.
Classification: hamate
Considreing the above, classify the following: Ate here for lunch with my husband a few weeks ago & had one of the best Lebanese meals since I moved to vegas from L.A! \nThe sangria was surprisingly phenomenal & the stuffed grape leaves were equally delicious with the exception that they didn't come with the traditional yogurt. \nComing back as soon as I can.