Laughlin - April 2016 Restaurant Inspections

Laughlin, Nevada

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Update:  On April 28, 2016 the two locations at the Golden Nugget referenced in this article received a re-inspection and both places were given A grades with 0 demerits.   Mama's Pizzeria also received a re-inspection and has received an A grade with 0 demerits. 
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Southern Nevada Health District - April 2016 Inspections in Laughlin, NV

In inspections reported from April 1st - April 8th three Laughlin establishments fell below an A grade.  Two of these were at the Golden Nugget Laughlin and the third one was Mama's Pizzeria located in the Town Center on Needles Hwy in Laughlin.

***Be sure to read the information at the end of this article about how the inspection process reporting works.

All Laughlin area establishments inspected from April 1st-April 8th 2016

Golden Nugget Laughlin

At the Golden Nugget the establishment listed as the Golden Nugget Snack Bar* received a B grade with 19 demerits during a routine inspection on April 5, 2016.  

Violations resulting in the 19 demerits included the following: 

The most recent inspection before this latest one was an A grade in April of 2015 with 0 demerits. 

*The SNHD files often reflect old names for establishments.  The Golden Nugget Snack Bar is obviously now the Deli located just off of the Casino floor.



The second B grade inspection at the Golden Nugget Laughlin came at the Reef Bar.  On 4-5-16 they received a B grade with 3 demerits.   The violations must of been deemed serious enough to drop the grade from an A to a B.

A look at previous inspections for the Reef Bar shows all A grade inspections.



Mama's Pizzeria

Mama's Pizzeria also received a B grade, with 20 demerits on 4-8-16.  

The list of violations are as follows:

The last inspection, prior to this one, at Mama's Pizzeria was on August 12, 2015 and resulted in an A grade.   The list of previous inspections are as follows:

When reinspections are posted on the Southern Nevada Health District website we will share them and update this article.   If any of the establishments contact us and want to comment, we will share those as well.   

The SNHD also has an APP where you can check recent inspections.  This is not as robust as the website but is a nice, quick way to check the latest inspection results for an establishment you may planning to dine at.  Remember though, inspection results are not posted in real time.  You can look for the most recent Grade on the certificate posted at the restaurant (as required). 

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*** About the SNHD inspection process:  An "A" grade is the top grade an establishment can receive.  Generally if any grade less than an A is received the restaurant can and does have a re-inspection shortly thereafter after correcting any violations.  Keep in mind there is a lag time between when the inspections are performed and

when they appear on the Southern Nevada Health District Website.  A restaurant may have been inspected or re-inspected (in the case of a low grade) since the data was posted.  When a re-inspection is done the list of violations/demerits from the prior low grade is no longer view-able.

*All content in this blog post are presented for informational purposes only and uses data taken from the Southern Nevada Health District website.   We received no compensation from the properties or restaurants in this blog post and are not in any way affiliated with them.  

Review: Saltgrass Steakhouse at the Golden Nugget Laughlin

Laughlin, NV

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Saltgrass Steakhouse at Golden Nugget Laughlin

April 2016

Golden Nugget Laughlin - Saltgrass Steakhouse Sign on the Laughlin Riverwalk

Golden Nugget Laughlin 

  

We saw the three new drinks on the menu that had been featured on an episode of Billion Dollar Buyer. So, we figured we might as well try them. They are made with a premium cocktail syrup from Liber & Co.  The one on the right is the Pomegranate Mojito and on the left is a Ginger Peach Lemonade. These were very good, although also a premium price.  

Dinner

Based on a recommendation, we decided to try the Prime Rib at the Saltgrass Steakhouse.  The menu offers 9, 12, 16, or 20 oz. sizes.   Pictured below is the 12 oz. cut ($27.99), which seemed much bigger than that.   The Prime Rib was cooked perfectly and served Medium as ordered.  Great seasoning, taste, and melt in your mouth good.  It quite possibly might be one of the best Prime Ribs we have had in Laughlin.  The only one other even comes close, that being the one served on the Celebration Dinner River Cruise.  Of course, we haven't tried it everywhere yet.  But based on how good it was, the Prime Rib at the Saltgrass might be hard to beat.  

Prime Rib at Saltgrass Steakhouse 

Maudeen's Filet Oscar ($36.99) was also excellent.  (Not pictured) This is a 6 oz. Filet Mignon topped with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat.    This entree is served with fried asparagus, which was something we had not heard of. They were good, but we would of preferred regular steamed or grilled asparagus. 

Before this visit we had always enjoyed the Saltgrass but this dinner was by far the best one we have had there.  Both the Prime Rib and the Filet Mignon are highly recommended.   

All steaks are served with the choice of a side and a dinner salad. You may upgrade to a signature side or asparagus for an additional charge.  

The Saltgrass also has an Early Bird Dining Menu.  Sunday through Thursday 4-6PM (subject to change but accurate as of this post). 

We have had the Sirloin Steak and Shrimp special ($14.99).  It is good and well worth the price. There is an upcharge for a Baked Potato instead of the mashed and additional charge for a dinner salad. 

The Saltgrass in Laughlin also has a Happy Hour with Bar Food and Drink specials available in the (very small) bar area only.  

See the entire Saltgrass dinner menu here.   Opens as a .pdf file 

Service was virtually impecable, fast, friendly, helpful.  The restaurant was busy (and fairly loud as it always is) but overall we recommend it.  The prices range from the more inexpensive dinners and Happy Hours to the higher end steaks.  There is something for everyone, which explains why it is so popular.   

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The Saltgrass does accept comp points from the Golden Nugget players card, and if you have a Landry's Select Card you can earn points toward future discounts.   

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