St. Louis Will Have You Feeling Lucky

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Donna Andrews
St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission
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St. Louis offers a variety of ways to tempt Lady Luck these days. River City Casino is St. Louis’ newest gateway to an unforgettable gaming experience. The $380 million multi-use complex casino, which opened in 2010, is located just 10 miles south of downtown St. Louis in nearby Lemay. Decked out with the look of a Missouri riverboat town, the 90,000-square-foot casino offers more than 2,000 slot machines, 55 table games, an entertainment venue and a variety of dining options.

Borrowing its name from the historic Louisiana Purchase Exposition of 1904, the Great Food Exposition is a buffet of Italian, American, Asian and seafood favorites, while Lewy Nine’s Café features a menu of diner classics sure to satisfy comfort-food cravings for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The 1904 Beerhouse serves more than 100 beers by the bottle and 32 on tap, and a food menu of contemporary bar treats and specialty food items designed to share and pair with beers.

Burger Brothers serves – what else – burgers prepared with a secret recipe using only the highest-quality, freshest ingredients. The casual, dining area also offers quick counter service and late-night dining. Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse sets the standard for fine dining and exceptional service with a menu offering an array of hand-selected USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, a sit-down sushi/raw bar, and a selection of signature salads, vegetables and desserts.

Choose from a wide variety of specialty cocktails at BarCentral, which is located at the heart of the casino floor, or visit Judy’s Velvet Lounge. In addition to specialty drinks, Judy’s serves up live entertainment, special events, DJs, and the chance to see the biggest sporting events on high-definition flat-screen TVs. The menu includes such hearty bar foods as sliders, deep-dish pizza, juicy hot dogs and bratwurst. Peet’s Coffee & Tea offers handcrafted beverages and the freshest, artisan-roasted whole-bean coffees, espresso drinks, teas, and an array of muffins, Danish, croissants and other baked goods.

Located in downtown St. Louis, Lumière Place features nightspots and an intimate theater for live comedy, music and special performances. The $500 million casino complex includes a 75,000-square-foot gaming floor with more than 2,000 slot machines, 40 table games, and two hotels.

In addition to Missouri’s first Four Seasons Hotel, there’s a 10,000-square-foot luxury spa, nightclubs, shops, and six onsite eateries, including: Asia, a contemporary restaurant with authentic Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese fare; House of Savoy, a Tuscan-style restaurant with a menu of hearty pastas and grilled entrees; and gourmet burgers from Burger Bar. Lumière Place is open Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 a.m., and 24 hours Friday – Sunday.

Just across the mighty Mississippi River, the Casino Queen offers unlimited stakes gaming with the romance of a Midwestern riverboat setting. Here you’ll find more than 1,000 slot and video poker machines and popular table games including blackjack, Craps, Caribbean stud, roulette, and three card poker. The casino is open daily 8 a.m. – 6 a.m. There are more than 2,000 free, well-lit parking spaces on the Casino Queen’s lot, and valet parking is also available. The complex also includes a newly expanded hotel and a full-service RV park.

If the gaming action makes you hungry, you’ll find plenty of tasty options onsite. The Market Street Buffet features dishes with American, Asian and Italian influences, while the Prime Steakhouse specializes in steaks and seafood. Sevens is the region’s hottest new sports lounge and nightclub, and gamers on the go can grab a quick bite from the Deli & Chips’ menu that ranges from shrimp cocktail to prime rib sandwiches.

At Harrah’s St. Louis Casino and Hotel, visitors will find 120,000-square feet of gaming action, with more than 2,800 slot and video poker machines, 70-plus table games including blackjack, roulette, craps, and a World Series of Poker® room. The hotel features 455 guest rooms and 47 luxury suites.

Harrah’s offers several dining options including: savory Italian favorites at Charlie Gitto’s From the Hill; the relaxing island atmosphere of Sammy’s Beach Bar & Grill; mouthwatering delicacies at The Range Steakhouse; and the bounty of palate-pleasing fare at the Eat up! Buffet. Nightlife options include VooDoo, a high-energy lounge with flair bartenders and live music by feature performers and the best local musicians. The alluring iBAR offers hot gaming action and the iCANDY dance revue on Friday and Saturday nights.

Ameristar Casino St. Charles on the Missouri River is a 130,000-square foot casino complex with 3,000 slots, 60 table games and a live poker room. The adjoining streetscape is lined with restaurants, entertainment spots, and more.

Entertainment options include the Bottleneck Blues Bar where visitors can enjoy an array of diverse local, regional and national blues, pop, jazz and country performers. Home Nightclub is the casino’s 17,500-square foot, high-energy nightclub and lounge. The club often features celebrity guests and keeps the party rolling with the hottest tunes on their top-of-the-line sound system. The Hi-Vi Video Arcade has a selection of the latest video games, providing entertainment for the whole family.

Bugatti’s Steak & Pasta specializes in steaks, seafood and Italian cuisine, while the King Cat Club represents the perfect place to relax with a martini circa 1950. A 34-foot long video wall greets visitors at the Amerisports Bar & Grill, and the menu includes made-to-order pizzas, burgers, salads and sandwiches.

Reminiscent of an old outdoor street market, the Landmark Buffet offers food stations detailed in ethnic themes. The Falcon Diner serves hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners and the Casino Bar Deli features classic subs, pizza, bratwurst, chili and salads for gamers on the go. Lixx Bar, an oasis of entertainment and specialty cocktails on the casino floor, is a great place to enjoy a bar snack or a premium cigar, while the adjacent Noodle Cart features classic dishes like pork and egg Congee, Pho Tai, spicy beef noodles, steamed dumplings and other Asian favorites. Pearl’s Oyster Bar is a funky, down-home restaurant with lots of seafood, Creole and Cajun cuisine on the menu, along with a variety of Asian-inspired dishes.

Ameristar is open Sunday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 a.m., and 24 hours on Friday and Saturday. Parking is free in the enclosed facility adjacent to the casino, and valet parking is also available.

Updated: February 3, 2011

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