Went here for New Year's Eve with my wife and in-laws while staying at our time share in Birch Bay.
They had added a lot of new machines since the last time I was here. Fun and entertaining for sure! They have a poor selection of Video Poker, maybe 8 or 10 machines, all 9/6 DDB that cost 20 quarters for the progressive JP.
Tried a calzone this time, absolutely great.
Being New Year's, the place was packed, most I have ever seen here, but that just added to the enjoyment!
Stopped in here for a quick visit on my way to Bellingham.
This is a nice casino, somewhat in the middle of nowhere. About a 10-15 drive from I-5.
The service at this casino is some of the best that I have ever seen. From the bartenders, to the Security Officers that hold the door for you, the food servers in the pizza place, the dealers (especially on craps) and the customer service reps. Either they must pay really well, or these people really love their job.
The slots were a 'hit and miss' it seemed. Some were paying, not huge amounts, but they were paying. I know that I am more than likely going to lose when I play slots, but these machines seemed to take my money slowly, or slower than some.
The tables are decent, 3-2 blackjack from a 6 deck hand shuffled shoe, which was good to see. Craps was 10x which was great to see, made some good coin there. Limits start at $3 for BJ and Craps.
The pizza at this place is some of the best that I have ever had! My mother in law (who is Italian and makes terrific pizza) was the one to suggest it. Well, her pizza is the best I have ever had and this was a VERY close second. Drinks were cheap, well inexpensive as far as Casino bars go.
I can't speak for the hotel, but it does look nice (that's why 1*). The parking lot was very full for a Sunday night, which is a good sign. Lots of Canadians, like myself at the Reef as it is less than 10 miles from the border.
One of the worst casinos I've been in. Although most in Washington State are poor and the payouts few. Canadians should stay home as the casinos here have much better payouts and payout more often. I went to Silver Reef steady for two months. No payout and spent $3,000 on slots. I stayed in the hotel. What I did notice..payouts are better through the week..but it's locals who win.
Ventured way way up north while camping at Swinomish Casino. Thought we'd see what one of my co-workers was crowing about. Sorry to say..the slots were awful. Didn't hear anyone winning...just lots of groans..including us..Signed up for their players club card and were given vouchers for 2 free buffets. Yay! They were serving brunch..it was really good!! The atmosphere in the casino is reminiscent of Snoqualmie Casino..low ceilings and dark wood. Elegant. It kind of surprises you with the location..this big, beautiful resort in the middle of bullrushes...lol. The Customer service was great, everyone was nice, but just didn't feel the love in the slots :-( And if you were rv'ing it would be nice to have a place to stay with hookups.
After driving more than 100 miles to check out this casino based on the recommendations above, I don't understand what everyone thinks is so damned fantastic.
The slots are OK, though far too many are tired (flickering screens, bad/non-existent sound, etc.) and the payouts just as skimpy as any casino I've been to in Western Washington.
Put in $60, mostly got little tiny paybacks (less than the amount bet) with one exception toward the end when I got a 1,000 credit win. Was down overall so I kept playing; should have cut my losses and gone elsewhere.
