Categories: Entertainment and Attractions

St. Louis Casinos

Author: Beth M. Custer

Lumière Place Casino

The newest casino in St. Louis, Lumière Place (999 N. 2nd St., 877-450-7711) is a luxurious hotspot that caters to a hip, urban crowd. The beautiful and well-dressed populate a 75,000-square-foor gaming floor that boasts 2,000 slot machines and over 45 table games. Seven dining venues will please any mood or taste, with cuisine ranging from gourmet burgers at Burger Bar to kobe beef, chicken, seafood, and signature desserts at SLeeK, a chic restaurant and ultra-lounge. Shoppers will be pleased to find a men's boutique offering contemporary fashions along with many varieties of fine cigars; a women's boutique with fashion-forward designer clothing; and a lingerie shop featuring seductive styles in satin, leather, and lace. A pedestrian tunnel with moving walkways connects the casino to America's Center, the Edward Jones Dome, and the central business district. The complex soon will include a Four Seasons Hotel and the all-suite HoteLumière, which will be connected to the casino via a skywalk. Website: www.lumiereplace.com.

Harrah's Casino

At Harrah's Casino (777 Casino Center Dr., Maryland Heights, 314-770-8100) you'll find over 2,800 slot and video poker machines, a dedicated poker room with 21 tables, and an array of table games like blackjack, roulette, and Texas Hold 'Em. Kick things up a notch at Harrah's Voodoo Cafe and Lounge where you can catch live bands on an elevated stage above the bar, cage dancers, and flair bartenders. For your dining pleasure, there's the new Grill 21, where you can grab a hot sandwich, pizza, or breakfast without ever leaving the casino. Or try one of the eight other restaurants where you'll find everything from a quick Ben and Jerry's ice cream dessert to a full-on buffet with seven distinctive foodscapes at Eat Up! Harrah's offers entertaining Stay and Play packages that cater to various interests, like the Dining St. Louis package, the Shopping St. Louis package, and the Racing St. Louis package, which includes licenses and races at Grand Prix Speedways. Website: www.harrahs.com. 

Ameristar Casino

The Ameristar Casino (S. Fifth St., St. Charles, 636-949-7777) and its new 130,000-square-foot gaming floor is home to state-of-the-art slot and video poker machines, a variety of table games, and a dedicated live poker room. A new luxury, all-suite hotel and full-service spa is scheduled to open December 31, 2007. Fine dining is close at hand with Cajun and Creole cuisine at Pearl's Oyster Bar or perfectly grilled steaks and chops at 47 Port Street. For a more casual ambiance, try the Amerisports Bar & Grill, where fans can watch championship boxing, world-class soccer, and more on the 34-foot video wall while enjoying a drink and a juicy burger. Home Nightclub, scheduled to open New Year's weekend, is Ameristar's newest venue for enjoying luxurious intimacy. With a candlelit foyer and 6-foot fireplace, it exudes warm ambiance. Two 30-foot bars and a Brazilian walnut dance floor add to the elegant environment. Website: www.ameristarcasinos/st.charles.

Casino Queen

Completely renovated in August, 2007, the new Casino Queen (East St. Louis Riverfront, 800-777-0777) boasts 38,000 square feet of casino gaming space. With 1100 slot machines, including new ones like Star Wars and Red Hot Stars, plus 34 table games like Caribbean Stud, Pai Gow, and mini-Baccarat, there's an exciting gaming experience for everyone. Between games, assuage your hunger at one of the five new restaurants and three large bars with an array of cuisines and drink selections. Java Junction is a coffee/ice cream bar where you can grab a specialty drink or dessert just outside the gaming floor, while Deli & Chips offers fresh sandwiches and chips to eat on the go or on the gaming floor. For a formal dining experience, try Prime Steakhouse; for a casual meal go for the Market Street Buffet. Website: www.casinoqueen.com.

President Casino

Located aboard the Admiral, the President Casino (Laclede's Landing, 314-622-1111) offers two levels of video poker, slots, keno, and table games on the B-Deck and C-Deck. If you take your poker seriously, you're in luck. The A-Deck is a private, quiet room dedicated to poker only, with free finger food and a beverage area just for poker players. Rev up before the action starts with a stop at the Boardwalk Buffet, where you can dine on everything from salads to decadent desserts. If something lighter will fill the bill, grab a sandwich at the River's Edge Deli. Live concerts bump up the excitement here every Saturday night at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., so go all-in and enjoy the nightlife at this casino located on the St. Louis Riverfront. Website: www.presidentcasino.com.

Argosy Casino

In Alton, Illinois, just minutes away from downtown St. Louis, the Argosy Casino (219 Piasa St., 800-711-GAME) is known for the popular live entertainment acts it brings to the area. With names like Chuck Berry, the Little River Band, and The Spinners, plus the world-famous Chippendales, there's an exciting show for everyone. The gaming action here is updated frequently with new slots and video games; if cards or dice are your thing, try table games like Three Card Poker, Blackjack, or Roulette. When you're ready for a break, the Arogsy's restaurants offer a wide range of dining experiences. Enjoy a fine view of the Mississippi River and the Clark Bridge while you dig into prime beef, fresh seafood, or pasta dishes at Outfitters Grill. If your appetite is extra-large, try the Captain's Table Buffet, with over 100 items and a dessert bar. When you're in a hurry, pick up a sandwich, salad, or pizza at La Cantina. Website: www.argosy.com.

 

Check out places of interest near St. Louis Casinos:

Harrah's Casino: The Range Steakhouse
777 Casino Centre Drive, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

The Range Steakhouse at Harrah's Casino offers several decadent appetizers, steaks, chops, seafood, and pasta. Entree prices range from $17 to $32. Open Sun.-Thurs. 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 5 p.m.-11 p.m.

Harrah's Casino: Voodoo® Cafe & Lounge
777 Casino Centre Drive, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

This exciting entertainment venue inside Harrah's Casino is open for lunch and dinner daily daily from 11am - 9pm then transforms to a nightclub featuring live bands, DJs, ticketed concerts, flair bartenders, and go-go dancers from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. on select nights. For complete entertainment listings wisit www.harrahs.com

Lumiere Place Casino: Asia
999 N. 2nd St., St. Louis, MO 63102

An authentic Asian restaurant featuring several styles of Asian cuisine including Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and Thai.

 

The Lumiere Place Casino: SLeeK
999 N. 2nd Street, St. Louis, MO 63102

The new steakhouse at Lumière Place Casino, on Laclede's Landing, offers a hip addition to nightlife in St. Louis.

Ameristar Casino
1260 South Main, St. Charles, MO 63301

The latest and most popular slots, a variety of table games, and a live poker room, all in a Victorian-era atmosphere. Live entertainment every night in the Casino Cabaret and Bottleneck Blues Bar. Eight dining and entertainment venues including the Landmark Buffet, 47 Port Street Grill, Falcon Diner, Pearl's Oyster Bar, and Amerisports Bar & Grill. Free admission, continuous boarding Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-5 a.m., 24 hours Fri.-Sun. and holidays.

Harrah's Casino: The Range Steakhouse
777 Casino Centre Drive, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

The Range Steakhouse at Harrah's Casino offers several decadent appetizers, steaks, chops, seafood, and pasta. Entree prices range from $17 to $32. Open Sun.-Thurs. 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 5 p.m.-11 p.m.

Harrah's Casino: Voodoo® Cafe & Lounge
777 Casino Centre Drive, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

This exciting entertainment venue inside Harrah's Casino is open for lunch and dinner daily daily from 11am - 9pm then transforms to a nightclub featuring live bands, DJs, ticketed concerts, flair bartenders, and go-go dancers from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. on select nights. For complete entertainment listings wisit www.harrahs.com

Harrah's St. Louis Casino & Hotel
777 Casino Center Dr., Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Find over 2,600 slot and video poker machines, plus a dedicated poker room and an array of table games. VooDoo Cafe & Lounge features live acts on Fri. and Sat. Club Aroma offers fine coffees. Unique restaurants offer cuisines including Italian at Charlie Gitto's, Eastern at Lucky Noodle Bar, Seafood at Moby's, and Steak at Range.  Or - you can always hit the Town Square Buffet. Free admission, open Sun- Thurs. 8 a.m. - 5 a.m., 24 hours Fri. - Sat.

The Lumiere Place Casino: SLeeK
999 N. 2nd Street, St. Louis, MO 63102

The new steakhouse at Lumière Place Casino, on Laclede's Landing, offers a hip addition to nightlife in St. Louis.

Ameristar Casino
1260 South Main, St. Charles, MO 63301

The latest and most popular slots, a variety of table games, and a live poker room, all in a Victorian-era atmosphere. Live entertainment every night in the Casino Cabaret and Bottleneck Blues Bar. Eight dining and entertainment venues including the Landmark Buffet, 47 Port Street Grill, Falcon Diner, Pearl's Oyster Bar, and Amerisports Bar & Grill. Free admission, continuous boarding Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-5 a.m., 24 hours Fri.-Sun. and holidays.

Casino Queen Hotel
200 S. Front St., St. Louis, MO 62201

Amenities:
Complimentary breakfast
Fitness center or spa
Business center
Children's activities
Pet friendly
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Internet access

Harrah's St. Louis Casino & Hotel
777 Casino Center Dr., Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Find over 2,600 slot and video poker machines, plus a dedicated poker room and an array of table games. VooDoo Cafe & Lounge features live acts on Fri. and Sat. Club Aroma offers fine coffees. Unique restaurants offer cuisines including Italian at Charlie Gitto's, Eastern at Lucky Noodle Bar, Seafood at Moby's, and Steak at Range.  Or - you can always hit the Town Square Buffet. Free admission, open Sun- Thurs. 8 a.m. - 5 a.m., 24 hours Fri. - Sat.

Lumiere Place Casino
999 N. 2nd Street, St. Louis, MO 63102

New casino and luxury resort located on Laclede's Landing reflects a hip, urban ambiance.

President Casino St. Louis Riverfront
1000 N. Leonor K. Sullivan, St. Louis, MO 63102

It's impossible to miss. The creamy white riverboat literally has patriotism painted all over it, the stars and stripes exterior a floating tribute to the American flag. The riverboat housing the casino, The Admiral, is a historic site all its own, built in 1907.

The outside may be from a more genteel era, but inside the President Casino (314-622-1111, St. Louis Riverfront) is pure Vegas. A rainbow of neon greets the eyes, while a synthetic orchestra of clangs and dings erupts from all sides. Pump your arm for some exercise on a slot machine, or take on a computer in video poker. Figures hunch over table games of poker, a cloud of smoke hovering above them as thick as tension. Laughter erupts as soon as the cards slap the green velvet table, though, and squeals of excitement from surrounding tables remind that luck lingers where there's relaxation and fun. Indulge your taste buds without spending too much prize money at The President's Buffet. Menu items include deli sandwiches, hot dogs and ice cream. Weekends offer a special seafood menu.

Casino Queen Hotel
200 S. Front St., St. Louis, MO 62201

Amenities:
Complimentary breakfast
Fitness center or spa
Business center
Children's activities
Pet friendly
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Internet access

Harrah's St. Louis Casino & Hotel
777 Casino Center Dr., Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Find over 2,600 slot and video poker machines, plus a dedicated poker room and an array of table games. VooDoo Cafe & Lounge features live acts on Fri. and Sat. Club Aroma offers fine coffees. Unique restaurants offer cuisines including Italian at Charlie Gitto's, Eastern at Lucky Noodle Bar, Seafood at Moby's, and Steak at Range.  Or - you can always hit the Town Square Buffet. Free admission, open Sun- Thurs. 8 a.m. - 5 a.m., 24 hours Fri. - Sat.

HoteLumiere
901 N. First St., St. Louis, MO 63102

HoteLumiere is a luxurious hotel connected to a casino at Lumiere Place. Suites are equipped with iPod docking stations, flat panel TVs and beds that will have you soundly sleeping.