The Flame or Binions

Just wondering, what would my friends here on the LVA suggest - The Flame at the ElCo or Binions Steak House.

There will be 4 of us dining. I have a coupon for both the, two for the Flame though (One from ACG and one from LVA) Could I use both at once? Anyone tried as of yet?

Thanks,

CM

I've been to both in the past year.

Both places have pluses and minuses over each other IMO:

Flame:
- More diverse menu. Steak, Seafood, Pork, Chicken, pasta, salads.
- Probably a little cheaper than Binions. Flame coupon is better than Binions coupon.
- Lousy view unless you consider slot machines in the casino a view.

Binions:
- Menu mostly limited to steak/seafood. Chicken Fried Lobster is the signature dish. It sounds better than it tastes IMO. Some people love it.
- Fantastic View of the city at night. Ask for a table by the south window.
- I give them 5 star service. I hosted a wedding party there and had to change the reservation about 10 times before it was finalized. They worked with me every step of the way and made it a special night for my sister.

I have had a party of 8 use 7 coupons with no issues at the Flame. I did tip generously though.

I think pjstroh nailed it! I am normally comped to both and always choose Binions.

I enjoy them both and agree with the details of pjstroh except that I do love the chicken fried lobster.
Financially the Flame makes more sense- it is less expensive without any noticable drop in quality, you can double or triple up on coupons without any funny looks, and the selection is much broader for a larger group to choose from.

Awesome guys... Thanks for the info. I still will have a difficult decision a head of me.

CM

I've never been to the Binion's steakhouse, but last year we went to the Flame. Not only was the food very good (lobster mac and cheese....mmmmmmmm) but I really liked the atmosphere. They had a guy in there playing American standards on the piano, taking requests. Very old school Vegas feel.