June 20, 2011
Rivers Casino, the highly anticipated new gaming and entertainment
destination, will open on Monday, July 18, 2011.* Located at 3000 S. River Road
in Des Plaines, the property boasts more than 44,000 square feet of gaming with
the most popular slots, table games and unparalleled dining and entertainment
venues.
Rivers Casino is also the first casino in the nation to apply for LEED
certification (Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design) for its green
design, materials and practices.
"We are excited to open the doors to the Rivers Casino. It is a showplace
attraction for the entire region," said Neil Bluhm, chairman of Midwest Gaming
and Entertainment, LLC. We have considered every detail with our customers in
mind."
"Rivers will raise the bar for gaming and entertainment in the Midwest," said
Greg Carlin, Rivers Casino CEO. "We have created a unique and exciting
experience that will appeal to enthusiastic gamers, entertainment seekers,
tourists and conventioneers."
The 147,000 square foot state-of-the-art Rivers Casino features:
Gaming Action on a 44,000 square foot state-of-the-art gaming floor including:
Over 1,050 of the newest slots with the most popular game themes;
48 table games including blackjack, craps, roulette, pai gow poker, baccarat and
many more with the highest table limits in Illinois;
A plush VIP area including an intimate gaming salon and an exclusive lounge.
Dining for every taste bud including:
Hugo's Frog Bar and Chop House featuring Gibson's steaks and the freshest
seafood;
Canopy Buffet - serving fresh prepared cuisine at nine different stations;
FLIPT - casual grill serving freshly made specialty burgers, sandwiches, fries
and shakes;
MianBar - serving authentic Asian cuisine;
Coffee Spot - serving Chicago-based Metropolis Coffee, sandwiches, pastries and
desserts.
Exciting entertainment venues including Lotus, a sophisticated cocktail lounge
at the center of the casino floor, and Cube which has a multi-level outdoor
patio and easily transforms from a state-of-the-art sports bar to a live
performance venue or a lively night club.
"Our team members are the best I have worked with in my 20 plus years in gaming
and our guests will experience a new gold standard of customer service," said
Bill Keena, Rivers Casino General Manager. "The Rivers team is looking forward
to welcoming our guests."
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