Lucky 7 Casino in Smith River, CA
This is definitely one of my favorite casinos if not my favorite. We have been going here on and off (if we are working our volunteer jobs in Oregon) for 6 years now. I liked this casino from day one and always head there if we are in the area. Now I will not tell you I win all the time, I do not, but I have won a few times and always had lots of fun.
When we first started going, it was a small casino with a small number of machines. They have since remodeled the whole building and it is a real treat. Not only have they added a lot of neat machines (over 300) and re-decorated all areas, but they have also added a beautiful and delicious restaurant. On Sundays they have a BBQ with buffet that is to die for. I especially like the ribs. It includes your meat of choice, buffet with soup, salad and dessert (Priced between $10.99 and $16.99). Can’t beat that! The portions are large; we have had leftovers for the next day every time. Also, their prime rib is tender and delicious, as is their burgers. Even the grill cheese was great. They have quite an extensive soup and salad bar with all the fixing too. Never had anything there I did not like.
They are in the progress of building a new hotel with over 50 rooms of which some will be suites and have ocean views. They have overnight, courtesy RV parking (actually, up to three nights) available with a Players Club Card. They also have separate RV parking for short visits. The overnight parking is behind the fuel mart, and has easy pull through access. It is “dry camping,” but it is free and abundant. They have two pieces of land that, after the hotel is built, are designated for a full RV park with hook-ups. Very exciting news! Don’t have a date of completion yet so check with the casino if you are heading that way.
They have really great promotions that are fun and the prizes are great. Biggest on the weekends but check their website to verify.
The real asset of this casino is the people who work there. They honestly make you feel like they are glad you have come to visit and we have always been greeted with a smile. Even the waitresses and cleaning staff seem to enjoy their job. I have never had a dirty machine there and they are very visible in making sure they are clean. Be sure to say “thank you” to the cleaning staff, they deserve it. The security staff, especially Carlos, is friendly and always answers questions with a smile. I always feel very safe when I am there, something I cannot say about a lot of casinos.
I saved the best for last. The Player’s Club staff is the main asset of this casino and I hope management sees that. Susan and the gang never make you feel that any questions is too small, they always make you feel welcome and don’t fuss when you have forgotten your card for the fourth time. I have enjoyed meeting them and will see them again soon I hope.
I very highly recommend this casino. Please stop by, tell Susan, that Brenda said “hi” and enjoy, you will not regret it. Can’t guarantee you will win your fortune but you will have fun. Let me know how you liked it.
The Mill Casino in North Bend OR
The Mill Casino used to be a favorite of ours but lately that has changed a bit. We still enjoy without reservation the restaurants, especially the buffet, and the RV Park is still a great value, but personnel and gaming seem to be really uptight.
They have a seafood buffet on Friday and Saturday that is incredible and worth a trip to the casino. The price is very reasonable for all you get. Get there before 5:30pm and it is even cheaper. The menu includes incredible crab legs and Prime Rib plus all the fixing. I’ve never seen so many different types of seafood on one buffet before. Also, they have a restaurant that serves an incredible prime rib with early bird specials and senior prices. The chef is a very special guy and a delight to meet. Ask to meet him. Say “Hello” from me, his biggest Prime Rib fan.
The slot machines have become so tight that everyone I have talked to comments on it. One gentleman who was playing next to me said he has been coming there for years and he has never seen them so tight. That is too bad since it will eventually start hurting them. He commented he was thinking of driving all the way to Florence and the casino there. Huh, casino in Florence, going to have to check that out. (Smile! :) ) I actually suggested he try Lucky 7 in Smith River CA and he was very interested. He was not the only person I heard about the machines from.
The people definitely give you the impression they would rather be somewhere else. Not a happy group. Even the player’s club personnel and management give the impression they could care less you are there. In my book, that is bad. Security seems great and they are pretty strict so that is good. At least they smile.
It is a very clean casino and the cleaning staff works very hard to keep it that way. They are the friendliest people there. Something I appreciate and I always try to say “Thank You” to them. Something you should do also.
Great RV park, highly recommend it. Beautiful spacious sights and beautiful landscaping with an incredible view. Maybe you will see some Harbor Seals.
I don’t recommend or not recommend this casino. Have to go and see for yourself. Maybe you will have a lucky day.
Hope these two reviews help you enjoy your casino experience. Keith and I leave here in a couple of weeks so will have new reviews soon. Enjoy!
