I think for the locals, its a nice night out. resturants are very nice, atmosphere is very good. I am a Blackjack player so the Video Black Jack was very disappointing, SO MANY SLOTS. This many slots on the floor definitely leads itself to a VEGAS sound and atmosphere.
If you're a card player, stick with the boats, if you play slots then this is the place to go, or if you're a local and just looking for a good meal and to burn a few nickels it's the best place in town.
The permanent Indiana Live casino is currently under construction. For now they have one of those giant, indoor bubble buildings like you find at an indoor golf driving range. The gravel parking lot and construction do not create a very welcoming atmosphere on the outside but once inside its actually a pretty vibrant environment. The players club sends out alot of mailers for free slot play and food coupons. Also, there are multiple point days. I found most of the slots to be just "OK". There is a pretty nice selection but they are not as loose as some of the casino-hotels on the Ohio river.
The only place to eat is a Wolfgang Puck cafeteria that sells really overpriced fast food. A burger, fries and drink wil run you over $10. The food is really good but certainly not a bargain at these prices. Once the permanent casino is in place I'm sure there will be more eateries.
All in all its an OK casino for people local to Indianapolis who want a fun night out. I would not recommend making it a travel destination from another city. I'll go back again when the real casino is in place - for now I'll stick to Hoosier Park in Andersen which offers better food choices and the race track.
A nice temporary casino with new casino to be finish around march attached to race track. Casino atmosphere is very nice and help is very friendly. A nice mix of slots and Video Poker but VP games have very poor pay schedules with the best game being 8/5 bonus poker only at the dollar level and only 7/5 at lower levels.
