Best of Inland Empire 2023: Best Southern California Casino
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1. Yaamava’ Resort & Casino
Yaamava’ (the Serrano word for “spring”) Resort & Casino has undergone a multimillion-dollar renovation in recent years. Formerly known as San Manuel, it now boasts a top-notch entertainment venue in the Yaamava’ Theater, a larger gaming space, more dining venues, and a full-service spa. The 17-floor, 432-room hotel tower utilizes traditional, modern, and natural décor. Private cabanas are available at the pool. Guests who seek some pampering can get it at Serrano Spa, with massage, facial and body treatment options, plus hair and nail services at the salon. The casino floor is filled with 7,000+ slots, 150 table games, five high limit rooms and more. Among the restaurants and cafes are Pines Modern Steakhouse (fine dining), Hong Bao Kitchen (Asian Cuisine) and the popular music-themed Rock & Brews, which hosts top tribute bands such as Electric Sanctuary. The recently opened 909 Food Hall and sports bar offers pizza, barbecue, Thai and American comfort food. More than 150 LED screens project baseball, soccer and football games; 909 also has 32 rotating draft beers on tap. Booked by Live Nation, Yaamava’ Theater presents an A-list slate of entertainers and audio bolstered by acclaimed French manufacturer L’Acoustics. With a nearly 3,000 seating capacity, it is comparable to LA’s Wiltern. Upcoming events include Alice in Chains, Oct. 5; Isley Brothers, Oct. 7; 311, Oct. 8; Ken Jeong, Oct. 27; Kenny Loggins, Oct. 29; Grand Funk Railroad, Jefferson Starship, Nov. 16; Trevor Noah, Dec. 16.
2. Pechanga Resort Casino
45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula
