text: Holy schlamoly! This place CHANGED. The first time I came here back in 2004 it was a BREWERY. It was cool, it was fun, it was affordable. The beer was good and made there...\n\nFast forward to my last visit in 2010. It's a lot more...douchy. I'm not sure what made them make such a drastic change. The place used to smell of hops and malt (which smells like burnt wet oatmeal if you haven't had the pleasure). Now, it's just like any sports bar on the strip. Gone are the tanks, the smell of brewing beer, and that brewpub feel.\n\nAnd it is freaking expensive. Unless you make it for Happy Hour - which unfortunately we were too early for. I talked this place up and was sorely disappointed by the changes. I really had no reason to come to the Monte Carlo other than this spot. We had to walk through that hotel/casino that smelled like old lady perfume. I had such a headache after that adventure.\n\nMy advice - avoid this spot if you are looking for a unique place to have a pint. Or, if you have to go, go during happy hour.