Empire City Review

810 Yonkers Ave , Yonkers , 10704 , USA
Mike J. Davies By Mike J. Davies Senior Editor at Casinos.US Updated: July 15, 2021
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Gambling in Empire City

In the casino, you can find ver 5000 slot games that feature both classic old-school games and top trending ones. As we mentioned, it features a harness racetrack where you can bet. There’s no entrance fee, and you can just enjoy watching for free. Everything is in the enormous 160.000 sq/ft casino!

GAMBLING AGE 18+,21+to bet with cash
SLOTS 5300
TABLE GAMES 0
POKER TABLES 0
MIN BET $0.01
MAX BET $2500
SMOKING Yes/No*
OPENING HOURS 24/7*

Casino Games

Slots
  • 5 Treasures
  • Wheel of Fortune
  • Sphinx 3D
  • Midnight Eclipse
  • Friends
Casino Poker
  • Let It Ride
  • Flop Poker
  • Limit Holdem
  • No Limit Holdem
Poker Cash and Poker Tournaments
  • Crazy 4 Poke
  • Fortune Pai Gow
  • Sharp Shooter
  • Limit Holdem
  • No Limit Holdem
Roulette
  • American Roulette
  • European Roulette
Blackjack
  • Any 2 Card Blackjack
  • Spanish 21
  • Hand-Held Deck
  • Single Deck
  • Double Deck
Dice Games
  • Craps
  • Sic Bo
  • Hazard
  • Chuck-A-Luck
Lottery Games
  • Keno
  • 75 Ball Bingo
  • 90 Ball Bingo
  • Daily Lotto Draws
  • Mini Lottos
Other Games
  • High Card Flush
  • Baccarat
  • Big 6 Wheel
  • Casino War
  • Virtual Racing
  • Video Poker
Sports Betting
  • N/A

Empire City Venues and Services

After you get tired from all the 5000+ slot machines, you can enjoy watching the harness racing! Depends on the date you are in the casino, and there may be no racing. You may also be on the right day for a live concert. If not, you can head to one of the restaurants to have dinner. Do a few drinks sound good after a day of gambling? Of course, it sounds good. Whether you like bars or prefer restaurants, having a few drinks with friends is a perfect end for the evening.

Race Track

Empire City
Racing Type
Harness
Length of Racetrack (miles)
0.5
Race Schedule
January to December
Seating Capacity
500

Dining, Bars, and Entertainment

In the resort, you can find a couple of bars and more than enough restaurants. There are quite some restaurants where you can enjoy a peaceful evening with your family or friends.

Dining

  • Nonno’s Trattoria
  • Lil’ Cocina
  • The Big Kitchen
  • Dan Rooney’s Sports Pub
  • Empire Terrace

Bars & Night Life

  • Alley 810
  • The Red Room

Attractions and Entertainment

  • Live Concerts
  • Show Entertainment

Contacts and About Empire City

Empire City
Address 810 Yonkers Ave , Yonkers , 10704 , USA
Contact (914) 968-4200
Website empirecitycasino.mgmresorts.com
Opened first 3/13/1905
Casino Type Racinos
Size of the casino (sq/ft) 160.000
Owner MGM Growth Properties

How to Get to Empire City

The nearest highway is I-87. Head northeast and get to Central Park Ave. You’re almost there, and the navigation will get you to the resort and their free guest parking.

  • Public Transport Bus 0020, 0021, 0007, 0028
  • Shuttle Service Yes
  • Nearest Highway I-87
  • Parking Slots Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Empire City?

Empire City Resort is 160.000 square feet.

How many slot machines are there in Empire City?

In Empire City, you can find 5300 slot machines.

Is there public transport at Empire City?

Yes, you can find buses 0020, 0021, 0007, and 0028.

What are the table limits for blackjack at Empire City?

The table limits are from $0,01 - $2.500

How old do you have to be to gamble at Empire City?

To gamble at Empire City, you need to be at least 18 years old.

Conclusion

The Empire City is an enormous casino that features 160.000 sq/ft of fun and entertaining activities in Yonkers, NY. The casino has been around since 1905 and is considered a city landmark. Over the years they’ve collected quite a big selection of slot games – over 5000. The harness racetrack is one of the top features that it offers. You can either have fun watching or betting. Both works!

  • Over 110 Years in Business
  • Slot Selection of 5300 Games
  • 160.000 sq/ft of entertainment

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