Posted on: October 21, 2024, 04:54h.
Last updated on: October 21, 2024, 05:04h.
Ellis Island Casino Hotel & Brewery no longer desires to have the reputation of being a low-quality establishment. The first official renderings have been unveiled, depicting the upcoming appearance of the family-operated property after undergoing a $35 million renovation. The new vibe resembles that of Wynn Resorts, departing from its previous image associated with inexpensive BBQ, dive bars, and budget-friendly blackjack and craps.
“It’s no longer the little dump with cheap and good food,” commented Twitter/X user @lizzie3420552 below the first glimpse of the renderings provided by X account Las Vegas Locally this weekend.
“As long as steak and eggs remain at $9, they can make any changes they want lol,” added @picazo_198.
The expansion will extend the casino floor to Koval Lane, incorporating over 250 slot machines, an additional pit area, a new casino center bar, and a new rooftop bar/event space. The current building will see its casino floor, Village Pub & Café, and popular karaoke lounge undergo renovation.
“We are thrilled to kickstart this project,” stated VP of Development Christina Ellis, the daughter of Gary Ellis, in a press release. “The city is progressing, and we are keen to enhance our offerings while staying genuine to what has sustained us as a landmark on Koval Lane for 56 years, providing exceptional value in dining, gaming, and amenities.”
No specific timeline for the renovation has been disclosed.
Lapped by F1
Altogether, this results in 6,415 additional square feet that the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix can restrict access to during each November event.
In an ongoing lawsuit filed in April, Ellis Island’s legal representatives are seeking over $50,000 in damages from F1, Clark County, and the State of Nevada. They argue that the actions taken during the race deliberately impeded customer and employee access to Ellis Island throughout the event and the six-month setup and dismantling periods. (Ellis Island is situated just north of F1’s permanent $500 million paddock complex.)
A jury heard arguments from both sides in September, but a verdict or settlement is unlikely to be reached prior to the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix scheduled for November 21-23, which will bring significant changes to the area.