Des Plaines Casino to Open in Mid-July

By Chuck Sudo in News on Jun 20, 2011 9:05PM

Pending approval from the Illinois Gaming Board, Des Plaines' long-planned casino complex is set to open July 18. And we have a biscuit can full of nickels to spend on the low wager slot machines.

The Rivers Casino is a "state-of-the-art, 147,000 square foot" complex that has something for everyone. the most important numbers: 1,050 slot machines, 48 table games including pai gow poker and baccarat and a VIP area with a gaming salon and lounge. Gibson's will operate a Hugo's frog Bar from the casino, among seven food and drink options and two entertainment venues are part of the complex.

Midwest Gaming and Entertainment LLC chairman Neil Bluhm said in a statement,

"We are excited to open the doors to the Rivers Casino. It is a showplace attraction for the entire region. We have considered every detail with our customers in mind.”

All that's missing is a vacuum cleaner to suck the loose change out of your pocket on the way home.