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December 2023 by David B.
I spent a few Thanksgiving days at the Fairgrounds decades ago as a college student and the experience back then was phenomenal. We spent $175 a seat for Thanksgiving day this year. We were promised an exceptional dining experience. I was somewhat skeptical. We were a party of eight and we reserved an eight top table. Primary seating arrangement were tables for six and tables for eight (broken out into a six top and a two top). Upon arriving, we were seated in a narrow corner at the end of a row of other tables. We did not have a table for eight but had a table for six and a table for two with a narrow passage between the two tables which required that you turn sideways to pass through. The area was cramped and hot and a good part of our time was spent with our server's rear end between the two tables and inevitably in someone's face. The buffet started ok. The salads were unimpressive. The gumbo wasn't great. The spinach dish (I have forgotten which one it was) was so runny, it was like soup. The mirliton dressing was mushy. The prime rib and turkey started off great with an abundance of moist white turkey meat and perfectly cooked prime rib. The buffet quality declined as time passed. They apparently ran out of white turkey meat and substituted dark meat on the bone. As that dark meat ran out, they began filling the tray with small pieces of dark meat swimming in gravy. It was embarrassing. The prime rib remained fairly good. The service at the table was fairly good. All fairgrounds employees / representatives encountered were cheerful and happy. Being with family and friends was wonderful, which is what saved the experience.Several people seated near us thought the buffet quality was poor. Unless things change, we won't be back. I could have had the same dining experience at a Piccadilly Cafeteria if they still exist. Additionally, we had to work to find out how to make a reservation for Thanksgiving Day. Process wasn't simple. Was poorly advertised. Very disappointed in the experience. A caterer that cares a little more and a management team better regulating / watching the caterer could return this to an incredibly good experience.
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November 2023 by DQ M.
I really like this casino. Pros:- The food is really good. But the price kinda high.- Staff is nice.- The bathrooms are very clean.- Security, there are plenty of security and staff riding or walking indoors and outdoors. For safety issues.Cons:- 12am the casino closes, if you are playing a bonus; staff will tell you to stop. How, if the game is still playing. I have been there a couple of occasions; I suggest you go early or go to Harrah casino since they are open 24hrs.I think if the casino is close, customers who are still playing should be allowed to continue playing until they are finished...- I think new machines are needed. There are a lot of broken machines.- This part is the worst. I hate that customers try to hold two different machines. I hope the casino can fix that problem.. Overall, this casino is a nice outing.
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March 2023 by Mew W.
We are in the horse business and our horses run during the meet. It's a clean nice facility. Many places to get food. Enclosure for bad weather. That may be present in the winter. Nice small paddock. Enjoy our visits to fairgrounds.
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February 2023 by Daniel D.
I love the fairgrounds. There seems to be a lot of complaints based on service for the exotic races, the busiest race day at the fairgrounds that brings out lots of families with children as well as the locals. This year was no different. While there were terribly long lines at the main bars, mostly due to the literal bus loads of frat boys and sorority girls being dropped off, there were plenty of other bars to get service from. They include the tent as well as the bars in the club house and grandstands. Folks who complain about the service on the busiest day of the year are folks who A.) never come to the fairgrounds except on busy race days or JazzFest B.) aren't into horse racing.
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January 2023 by Joseph O.
Exotic animal day was a total disaster!! Horrible racist service and even worse consumable products available... YOU NEED TO FIRED YOUR FBD.... If need help drop me a line!
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January 2023 by Matthew S.
Is sh*tshiw was a business this is it!!!! 1 1/2 hour wait for food, 1 hr wait for drinks on exotic animal racing day. Didn't see a single exotic animal. Where can we get a refund.
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January 2023 by Kingsley H.
Employees and Bartenders are extremely slow and not efficient. It will take 1 hour to get one drink from the bar. Custodians will take 5 minutes to sweep one leaf. They will always have customers so just be prepared for long delays.
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November 2022 by Reggie B.
This is my first visit to the Fair Grounds Race Course. We surprised my father in law by taking him for an outing here to see his favorite jockey, Shawn Parker, perform in a few races. Needless to say, he was ALL smiles when he realized where we'd taken him....I told him we needed to make a Wal-mart run!!! (I ask for forgiveness!!)Even though the track was sloppy from the heavy rain today, we saw some exciting racing. We sat comfortably in the glass enclosed Grandstand area where general seating was plentiful.My review is not 5-star because the restaurant was closed and the snack stations closed an hour before the last race. I am hopeful that we'll be able to sample the food the next time we visit. If you're seeking a different type outing, check out the Fair Grounds Race Course.
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August 2022 by QueenDivaChanel 5.
My , My and My . Hubby and I came to the 2020 Exotic Animal Race . Camels , Zebra , and Ostrich's racing . What a experience that was Beautiful. My Husband and I sat in the Clubhouse Dining Area with a amazing window view . We had a great time . It was so fun !!!!The Clubhouse Dining Food was good . The Manager Gregory was great . His Server Mariah was kind . Our Server Wendy (Her Assistant) , Food Runner, and a few other Servers was very kind. Thank You Wendy . You wasted
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May 2022 by Rhondi S.
JazzFest 2022, public transportation on the 91 bus to and from the Fair Grounds was coordinated and great. Don't take Uber or Lyft because they drop you off 10 blocks away. Stages, sound systems and screens are great from any stage. Blues, Jazz tents are hot but they have misting systems...but still hot! Crowd control was really lacking this year, because the crowds just stopped on the main road to the main Festival stage and there was just Mo crowd control to be found. Other years, they're many staff, security and crowd control personnel to keep the crowds in control. Local vendors from arts, crafts, clothing are here as are local food vendors from crawfish, Po boys, crab cakes, gumbo and other Cajun delicacies...but where is the sweet potato pie lady?
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February 2021 by Ella A.
Small casino with slots and racing. For now, the two sides are completely separated. I felt safer here COVID-wise than I do any time at Harrah's - they take your temperature at the door, and there are plexiglass dividers between many of the slots (and of course, every other slot is turned off). The staff was extremely friendly and talkative. I was told that the racetrack is only allowing a very small amount of people at a time, so people line up early in order to be able to attend. They have the typical casino deal of giving you slot credits for a return trip if you lose money on your first visit. I would definitely go back.
