Binion’s Gambling Hall and Hotel

Binion’s Gambling Hall was once known as Binion’s Horseshoe. It is located in the middle of the Fremont Street Experience. The casino floor has 27 table games and 665 slot and video poker machines, including some electronic table games. The All Access Players Club is used by Binion’s. It is shared with Four Queens, its sister casino.

There are five restaurants at Binion’s. Top of Binion’s Steakhouse is its fine dining option. There are also four casual restaurants: Benny’s Smokin’ BBQ and Brews, Binion’s Cafe, Binion’s Deli, and Whiskey Liquor Up Saloon. Guests must be 21 years or older to dine at Benny’s Smokin’ BBQ. Whiskey Liquor Up Saloon has a rotating bar with views of Fremont Street.

Cowgirl Up Cantina and Whiskey Licker serve drinks outside to guests enjoying the Fremont Street Experience. There are also two video poker bars. Hotel Apache has 81 rooms. It is on the east side of the property. The rooms are remodeled to resemble the 1930s, the era it was constructed. The 26-story Mint hotel tower has been closed since 2009.

Vegas Advantage is supported through memberships, sponsors, and advertisements. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.

---

Casino floor at Binion’s Gambling Hall

There are 27 tables at Binion’s. Most are blackjack. However, other live table games include craps, Let it Ride, pai gow poker, roulette, and Three Card Poker.

The casino also has 665 slot and video poker machines. This includes a selection of electronic table games, some of which are bartop machines. Binion’s offers several 99% video poker options. Vegas Advantage members have access to information about the best video poker games at Binion’s.

There is a William Hill sportsbook location inside Binion’s. Deposits and withdrawals for its app are also available here.

Memories from Binion’s poker room

There is no longer a poker room at Binion’s. It closed in March 2020. Golden Nugget has the only poker room in downtown Las Vegas.

The Binion’s poker room had two locations. It was once in the slot area behind the bar on the Circa side of the building. Its tournament area was in the back where a large empty room sits today.

John played in many Binion’s Classic poker tournaments in that back room. He cashed in three events. The largest was $2775 for second place in a $150 seven card stud hi/lo tournament in 2008. His other cashes were in 2010 and 2011.

The Binion’s poker room made several bad decisions in the 2010s that damaged the room’s reputation. Its traffic died. When the pandemic came, Binion’s had few poker players. The decision to close the room in the face of all its history was likely difficult, but was the only logical one.

Blackjack rules 

There are four Binion’s blackjack games. Double Up Blackjack with a 3/2 payout is the best blackjack at Binion’s. It has a difficult strategy. Make sure to learn it before playing. Blackjack Switch is the other good variant dealt at Binion’s. It is one of only four Las Vegas casinos with Blackjack Switch.

Craps odds

Up to five times craps odds is permitted. However, Binion’s does not give free buys on the 4 and 12. The player must pay the 5% commission upfront, which removes the value of buying these numbers. One of the craps tables is a tub. It has one dealer. Players toss dice against a wall with glass.

All Access Players Club

All Access gives players 0.5% in cash back and 1% in comps to slot players. Video poker returns 0.3125% in cash back and 0.625% in comps on most machines. Some full-pay video poker return half that amount. Both comps and cashback are awarded to players. This generosity is unmatched in Las Vegas.

Entertainment at Binion’s

Binion’s has no entertainment options beyond Fremont Street Experience being just outside its front doors. However, two shows are available at its sister property, Four Queens.

Enjoying food and drink at Binion’s

Binion’s has been a dining stop for many downtown Las Vegas trips. The most common stop being Binion’s Cafe. It has been a lunch stop after survey walks, including a walk down Boulder Highway, and breakfast during overnight trips. The cafe has a classic casino cafe menu that includes a large breakfast selection, burgers, sandwiches, and pasta. However, its prices have skyrocketed in recent years. It is open 7am to 1:30am daily.

A favorite stop with friends experiencing Fremont Street Experience for the first time is Whiskey Liquor Up Saloon. It has a rotating bar with views of Fremont Street. Great for people-watching, a variety of bar food is also available. Additional stationary seating is available, including along the windows. It opens daily at 11:30am.

Other past dining experiences include dinner at Top of Binion’s Steakhouse and Benny’s Smokin’ BBQ and Brews. The steakhouse is open from 5pm to 10pm Thursday through Monday. However, it is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The menu offers a variety of broiled steaks, chops, and seafood. Benny’s Smokin’ BBQ and Brews is open daily from 4pm to 11pm. It offers brisket, ribs, and chicken. All Access players club members receive a discount. Guests must be 21 years or older to dine.

Binion’s Deli is open from noon to 8pm daily. It has burgers, hot dogs, salads, desserts, and breakfast items.

More Vegas Advantage memories

Before Face Up Pai Gow Poker took over, Kristina enjoyed many traditional pai gow poker sessions at Binion’s. One night, she even played all night waiting for an early morning flight. John played many cash games and tournaments during its poker room era.

During our 21st-anniversary casino world record run, Binion’s was stop number five of the 93 casinos visited.

---

Binion’s Gambling Hall FAQ

This page is sourced from a combination of Vegas Advantage visits and information from Binion’s website.

Last Updated on March 8, 2025 by Kristina Mehaffey