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| Big Easy Casino | |
|---|---|
| Location | Hallandale Beach, Florida, U.S. |
| Address | 831 N. Federal Highway |
| Opening date | December 1, 1934 |
| Theme | New Orleans |
| Total gaming space | 70,0000+ square feet |
| Notable restaurants | Louie's Lounge Cafe Orleans The French Quarter The Mezz Grill |
| Owner | Jeffrey Soffer |
| Previous names |
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| Renovated in | 2015 2006 1974 1940 |
| Website | thebigeasycasino.com |
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The Big Easy Casino, formerly known as Mardi Gras Casino and Hollywood Greyhound Track, is a casino and formerly a greyhound racing facility located in Hallandale Beach, in the U.S. state of Florida. The casino features over 900 slot machines, virtual table games, free to enter poker tournaments, and nightly entertainment.[1]
History[edit]
What is now the Big Easy Casino opened as the Hollywood Kennel Club on December 1, 1934, three years after Florida legalized parimutuel betting.[2] A grandstand was added in 1940. In 1974, the facility was reopened as Hollywood Greyhound Track.[3]
A November 2004 statewide referendum allowed Broward County voters to decide whether to allow slot machines at parimutuel facilities located in the county.[4] Broward County voters subsequently approved the use of slots at Hollywood Greyhound and other parimutuels.
An extensive renovation project in 2006 added approximately 1,100 slot machines and a poker room to the dog track, which was renamed Mardi Gras Casino.[5] Two years later, an additional 200 slot machines were added and, in 2009, the Big Easy Poker Room was relocated and expanded. Also included in the renovated facility were a flea market, several restaurants/bars, and a gift shop.[6]
In 2015, the casino made further improvements, which included widening the aisles and opening up Louie's Lounge to the entire casino floor.[7]
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In 2017, the facility was closed for two months because of damage from Hurricane Irma.[8]
In 2018, Jeffrey Soffer, owner of the Fontainebleau Hotel, purchased the Mardi Gras Casino from Hartman & Tyner, and renamed it as the Big Easy Casino.[9][10][11]
Casino[edit]
The casino offers over 70,000 square feet of gaming space, including over 900 slot machines,[12] virtual roulette and blackjack,[13] as well as The Dog Pound, Mardi Gras’ smoker-friendly slot area; simulcast and greyhound racing.
The Big Easy Poker Room, offers over 30 tables of Texas Hold 'em, 7 Card Stud, Omaha and Omaha Hi/Lo. The casino offers low and high limit tables in an effort to accommodate beginner and experienced players.
There are also nightly, free to enter poker tournaments[14] that can be entered and tracked through the Bravo Poker Mobile App.
Krewe Club[edit]
The Krewe Club is the casino's membership program. Anyone over 21 can become a Krewe Club member, and will receive $25 bonus play when signing up. The Krewe Club is a tiered membership program that includes purple, gold, black, and platinum levels. As club members play in the casino, they earn points that enable them to move up from purple, to gold, to black, and eventually to the invitation only platinum card. Each level gives the card-holder more exclusive benefits, ranging from free valet service to complementary tickets to on-site concerts and events.
Greyhound Racing[edit]
Despite improvements and enhancements over the years, the dog track itself remained relatively the same over the course of its use. Track specifics included:
- Track Length: 1,372 Feet
- Track Width: 22 Feet
- Length of Stretch: 300 Feet
- Composition: Sand and Marl
- Timing: Hundredth of a Second
- Courses: 550 Yards, 660 Yards and 770 Yards
The last day of racing was held on May 5, 2018. The casino, which is a supporter of the Adopt-A-Greyhound program, still offers simulcast greyhound racing, harness and thoroughbred racing from tracks across the United States and Canada.
Notable Races[edit]
The track is home to four stakes races:
- Mardi Gras Futurity.
- $75,000 Mardi Gras World Classic.
- $10,000 Joe Ryan Jr. Memorial.
- $50,000 American Derby.
2010 Stakes Schedule[15]
The $15,000 Mardi Gras FuturityQualifying Rounds BeginJanuary 13 & 16Semi-Final RoundJanuary 20ChampionshipJanuary 23, 2010
Winner: Ls Lafave
Time: 30:60
The $75,000 Mardi Gras World ClassicQualifying Rounds BeginMarch 10 & 13thSemi-Final Rounds BeginMarch 17 & 20thChampionshipMarch 26, 2010
Winner: Oya Tom Terrific
Time: 30:51
The $10,000 Joe Ryan, Jr. MemorialChampionshipApril 2, 2010
Winner: Funnelling Money
Time: 30:16
The $30,000 HollywoodianQualifying Rounds BeginApril 21 & 24thSemi-Final Rounds BeginApril 28 & May 1ChampionshipMay 8, 2010
Winner: Crispins Place
Time: 37:55
Hollywood World Classic History - Past Winners[edit]
| Date | Champion | Time (seconds) |
|---|---|---|
| March 1, 1975 | Can't Decide | 31.57 |
| February 28, 1976 | Bashful Guy | 30.65 |
| March 5, 1977 | Downing | 30.72 |
| March 4, 1978 | Cousin's Elite | 31.01 |
| March 3, 1979 | Enisled | 31.58 |
| March 1, 1980 | Banker Hap | 30.85 |
| March 21, 1981 | MKC Lorine | 31.34 |
| March 12, 1982 | Lantana Glamour | 31.39 |
| March 11, 1983 | For Real | 31.22 |
| March 10, 1984 | My Unicorn | 30.79 |
| March 8, 1985 | Magnificat | 31.05 |
| March 8, 1986 | Cajun Pay Off | 30.62 |
| March 7, 1987 | Prince Proper | 30.48 |
| March 4, 1988 | My Azalian | 30.50 |
| February 25, 1989 | Warm Mission | 30.64 |
| March 3, 1990 | Hello Higsbee | 30.66 |
| March 2, 1991 | Briggs Stratton | 30.77 |
| March 7, 1992 | Briggs Stratton | 31.24 |
| February 20, 1993 | By Tar | 30.73 |
| February 26, 1994 | Great Son | 30.80 |
| February 25, 1995 | Follies Bergiere | 30.90 |
| March 15, 1996 | Dunagree | 30.52 |
| March 14, 1997 | Bomb Threat | 30.22 |
| March 13, 1998 | Wigwam Hoss | 31.16 |
| March 27, 1999 | Kelsos Kingpin | 30.90 |
| March 10, 2000 | System Ax Friend | 31.14 |
| March 9, 2001 | Kiowa Shawnee So | 30.54 |
| March 15, 2002 | Flying Earhardt | 30.26 |
| March 14, 2003 | Ea's Itzaboy | 30.31 |
| March 14, 2004 | Ea's Itzaboy | 30.27 |
| March 15, 2005 | Hallo West Acre | 30.34 |
| April 1, 2006 | Kiowa Cruzechamp | 30.29 |
| March 31, 2007 | Flying Stanley | 30.06 |
| March 29, 2008 | Starz Jenko | 30.30 |
| March 27, 2009 | Yahoo Omar | 30.19 |
| March 26, 2010 | Oya Tom Terrific | 30.51 |
Dining[edit]
Dining options at the facility offer a mix of Cajun and American cuisine, ranging from fast casual to upscale, including:
- The Mezz Grill is a casual bar, offering sandwiches, pizza, and snacks.
- Café Orleans, featuring soups, sandwiches, salads and fresh baked goods.
- Louie's Lounge, the full service premium bar dedicated to the Big Easy Poker Room that has a variety of soups, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and a special late night menu.
- The French Quarter, which is the casino's signature restaurant. This restaurant offers high-end cuisine, such as lobster, steak, and crab cakes.[16]
Events and Entertainment[edit]
The property has several entertainment venues that host nightly performances and year-round events, including concerts, stand-up comedy, dance competitions, and MMA fights.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^'Slots, Poker, Greyhound Racing Mardi Gras Casino'. Mardi Gras Casino. Retrieved 2016-06-17.
- ^Saunders, Mike (Apr 1, 1988). 'Greyhound racing a good entertainment bet whether or not you place a bet'. Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel. Retrieved 2012-05-09.
- ^'South Florida casino and gaming guide'. South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Apr 27, 2012. Retrieved 2012-05-09.
- ^Burstein, Jon (Dec 28, 2006). 'Slots will be running at greyhound track today'. South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Retrieved 2012-05-09.
- ^http://www.casinocitytimes.com/news/article/mardi-gras-gaming-centre-opens-soon-163243
- ^'Archived copy'. Archived from the original on 2011-07-11. Retrieved 2010-04-20.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^Mardi Gras Casino (2015-11-12), Check out the renovations at Mardi Gras Casino!, retrieved 2016-06-17
- ^David Raterman (November 29, 2017). 'Damaged by Hurricane Irma, Mardi Gras Casino reopening in Hallandale Beach'. Sun-Sentinel. Deerfield Beach, FL. Retrieved 2018-05-03.
- ^Brian Bandell (April 25, 2018). 'Soffer buys Mardi Gras Casino in Hallandale Beach'. South Florida Business Journal. Retrieved 2018-05-03.
- ^David Raterman (May 2, 2018). 'A new name for Mardi Gras'. Sun-Sentinel. Deerfield Beach, FL. Retrieved 2018-05-03.
- ^Rene Rodriguez; Douglas Hanks; Mary Ellen Klas (January 12, 2018). 'Fontainebleau owner Jeff Soffer buying Mardi Gras casino in Hallandale Beach'. Miami Herald. Retrieved 2018-05-03.
- ^'Florida Slot Machines Mardi Gras Casino'. Mardi Gras Casino. Retrieved 2016-06-17.
- ^'Florida Virtual Table Games Mardi Gras Casino'. Mardi Gras Casino. Retrieved 2016-06-17.
- ^'Florida Poker Tournaments Mardi Gras Casino'. Mardi Gras Casino. Archived from the original on 2016-05-26. Retrieved 2016-06-17.
- ^'Archived copy'. Archived from the original on 2009-01-08. Retrieved 2010-04-22.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^http://www.casinocity.com/us/fl/hallandalebeach/flhollyw/
External links[edit]
Coordinates: 25°59′41.42″N80°8′43.77″W / 25.9948389°N 80.1454917°W
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort has a little something for every type of gambler, with more than 90,000 feet of gaming space, four dining options, and one of the only 16 dog tracks racing greyhounds in the United States along with simulcasts of off-track horse and dog racing.
Overview
| Address: | 1 Greyhound Dr, Cross Lanes, WV 25313 |
| Ownership: | Delaware North |
| Founding date: | 1976 |
| Casino games: | Yes |
| Horse race betting: | Yes |
| Greyhound betting: | Yes |
| Poker: | Yes |
Greyhound and horse racing
The 100-year history of dog racing has seen a decline in recent years as new ways to spend gambling entertainment dollars have become legal.
Even though the widespread availability of lotteries and the growing number of legal casinos has left 40 states without an operating dog track, the racing at Mardi Gras remains strong.
A full schedule of races is available five nights a week with a full slate of wagering options, including quinellas, trifectas, and the boxing of those bets (meaning selected dogs can finish in any order).
Officials at the Cross Lanes track recognize some of the national decline in dog racing is fueled by concern over dog safety and care, so they only employ top dog racing experts who know how to properly care for and meet the medical and nutritional needs of the dogs.
The track also finances an aggressive adoption program, making sure retired dogs are given a good home to live out the rest of their lives.
Along with the dogs, which are the live show, is a simulcast of horse and dog races from around the country. There are currently 24 different horse tracks and nine dog tracks that simulcast their races and on which you can place bets.
In accompaniment to the five days a week of in-person dog racing, there are seven full days of televised action, including the best dog racing, harness racing, and thoroughbred racing from coast-to-coast.
Other gaming options
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As is the case with most dog tracks across the country, a full gaming facility comes as a package deal. The casino offers 900 slot machines and a full complement of table games like blackjack, roulette, craps, three-card poker, and criss cross poker, all spread out over 90,000 feet of gaming space.
They also host poker tournaments six nights a week at the casino, which features bounty tournaments, accumulator tournaments, turbo tournaments, and no-Limit hold ’em tournaments.
If entering a tournament isn’t for you, tables for hold ’em, pot-limit Omaha, Omaha hi-lo, and seven-card stud can also be found in their poker room.
Other resort amenities
Dining and drink options are plentiful inside the casino and resort. There is the French Quarter Restaurant and Bar, featuring steaks, seafood, cocktails, wine, and champagne.
The Grill at First Turn overlooks the race track, giving you the ability to eat, drink, bet, and win, all from the same seat at the table.
For lighter fare, quick bites can be found at Cafe Orleans and Crescent City.
The casino comes with six different bars scattered around the gaming area. There is also their featured bar and lounge – Louie’s. There, you will find live music on Friday and Saturday nights, a dance floor, and a full-service bar featuring specialty cocktails and a collection of craft beers.
To round out the Cross Lanes venue is its 150-room resort with its own full-service drinking establishment – the Jackson Square Bar.
Promotions and rewards
Like most other casinos in the region, Mardi Gras publishes a monthly calendar of upcoming promotions. They feature the $400,000 Cookin’ Up Casino Cash Giveaway, which is a once a week (but four times a day) drawing to give away a total of $400,000 a month.
There is Senior Tuesday, where guests 50 years old and over receive free valet parking and extra points on the Wheel Spin kiosk game.
Jump the Hump is naturally a Wednesday promotion where Players Club members receive 3x the entries for the Cookin’ Up Casino Cash Giveaway that week.
On Sundays, guests who earn 50 points or more will earn free plays on their favorite football-related slot machine, in a promo called Touchdown Playback.
Signing up to join the Players Club isn’t just free – it actually pays you. Immediately upon registration with a valid ID, new members are given $10 in Casino Cash. Provide a valid email address to receive a second $10 payment to your account.
Using your card at slot machines and rated table or poker games adds more points to your account, which can then be redeemed for food and drink, merchandise, and room nights at the resort.
Accumulate enough points, and you’ll begin to receive invitations to exclusive parties and events, receive personalized concierge service, and become eligible for members-only hotel rates.
The casino’s past and future
After more than 25 years of owning and operating the Mardi Gras Casino & Resort, Hartman & Tyner officially sold the casino in March 2018 following the death of one of its principle partners.
In a statement released by Hartman & Tyner regarding the sale, they said of the new ownership group, Delaware North, “We are proud of our history in West Virginia and have every confidence that Delaware North will use its experience and resources to continue Mardi Gras as a premier gaming resort destination.”
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What that change in ownership will ultimately mean is still a work in progress. Delaware North does have resources at its disposal, and it appears to be using them to expand operations.
The 900 slot machines are getting a facelift, and older machines are replaced with newer models. Now that sports gaming is legal in West Virginia, the new ownership group is looking at adding a sportsbook to the offerings.
The more than 100-year-old Delaware North operates resorts and sports and entertainment venues in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand, and it’s the owner and operator of Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack in Wheeling, West Virginia.
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With an annual revenue of $3.2 billion and more than 55,000 employees worldwide, it’s clear operations will be trending up in the coming years.
As Kanawha County Commission President Kent Carper said of Delaware North, “I think their ownership is the best possible outcome for the casino, its employees, and the county.”