New room in AC

[Evan]

Dude, that stamp rules!

I finally got a Borgata card so maybe if I just keep that on the table from now on it'll be more convincing that I'm 21 and I'll stop getting IDed. My other idea is to just find a some place that makes rubber stamps to make one with the Borgata logo and I'll stamp myself before I go. (If anyone knows of a place where I can get a custom rubber stamp PM me because I would seriously like to be able to do that)

[GreywolfNYC]

I believe the Taj has 68 tables.

[RollaJ]

If anyone would know, it would be the dealers as they will most likely be made offers to switch to the new room, just as The Borgata raped and pilliaged all the dealers from the Taj and Trop when opening

[Swampy]

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I told him that I've been to the Showboat recently, and not only was there not a poker room, to the best of my knowledge, but there are also no table games any more (isn't it slots-only?).


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Nope. They're still running tables at Showboat, but they might as well not be -- 8-deck blackjack, craps, roulette, and all the stupid "poker" variants. They must be trying to play catch-up -- I can't figure they'll put a good room together, at least not right away.

[PhatCasino]

yep saw some construction at showboat... a good plus is the harrahs system @ AC is very very good.. your talking free rooms very easily.. its insane
showboat isn't that bad, yes it does have an old crowd, kind of nausating compared to the borg, but if they put this PR in, it will get a different crowd.

[MaxSquat]

the slots only casino....i think that is Sands....i could be wrong though only went there once to check out the poker room....only 4 tables running....hell couldnt even see the tables with all of that smoke....

[Nagoo81]

Yeah, the Borg will have 100 more tables upstairs...I guess its a shame the "poker boom" happened after the Borg was built...they could have planned for a larger room downstairs. I do not personally like the loud slot machines and other distractions that are related with the pit.

Taj is my main place, but as soon as the new tables are at the Borg, everyone will flock there. [img]/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

[afish]

Here's the press release:

House of Blues® and Showboat Atlantic City Team Up for Largest East Coast Venture

Hollywood, Calif. (Jan. 06, 2005) — House of Blues® Atlantic City, a subsidiary of HOB Entertainment, Inc. the owner of the definitive live music brand, and Showboat Atlantic City, a subsidiary of Harrah's Operating Company, Inc. one of the world's leading gaming companies, today announced they have joined forces to open the 10th House of Blues® location at Showboat, The Mardi Gras Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

"I'm very glad to welcome House of Blues to Atlantic City. Thanks to funding from the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, this development will be an important step in our commitment to turn Atlantic City into a world-class resort," Acting New Jersey Governor Richard J. Codey said.

As part of Harrah’s and Showboat's commitment to Atlantic City's ongoing revitalization, which includes an investment of more than a half billon dollars during the past three years, this new multi-million-dollar project will include a House of Blues® casino and branded poker room, a Southern-inspired restaurant, a multi-level music hall, nightclub, beach bar and outdoor lounge, as well as a private membership club, the Foundation Room. Scheduled to open by the Fourth of July Weekend, it is House of Blues' largest club venue to date.

"House of Blues is very excited about this relationship with Showboat and share in the commitment to Atlantic City," said Greg Trojan, chief executive officer, House of Blues Entertainment, Inc. He adds, "Together we will provide an unparalleled entertainment experience for artists and guests."

"Harrah’s has always been a leader in acquiring or collaborating with the world's best brands. Our business relationship with the House of Blues will break new ground in Atlantic City and will offer visitors a truly unique gaming and entertainment experience," said Dave Jonas, senior vice president of Atlantic City operations for Harrah's and Showboat.

The multi-level Music Hall will feature national and local live entertainment, dance floor, and seated boxes for private viewing enjoyment. House of Blues clubs across the nation have hosted international touring artists and legends such as Prince, James Brown, John Mayer, Aerosmith, Joss Stone, Norah Jones and many others. The approximate capacity of the music hall will be 2,200.

The House of Blues restaurant will offer artistic adaptation of traditional Southern-inspired cuisine including House of Blues signature dishes such as Creole Seafood Jambalaya, pan-seared Voodoo Shrimp with Rosemary Cornbread and White Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding as well as regional fare. Small private rooms will be available for group events. The famed House of Blues Sunday Gospel Brunch, a sumptuous buffet paired with inspiring live gospel performances, will be offered each week.

The House of Blues Beach Bar and Lounge will be located on the white sands of the Atlantic shore in front of the Showboat. The entertainment destination will include a full bar, stage area for live music, lounges, cabanas and umbrellas.

The House of Blues will introduce the first private membership club of its kind in Atlantic City, the Foundation Room, which will offer members and their guests luxurious upscale dining and world-class hospitality amidst Indonesian-inspired décor while benefiting the International House of Blues Foundation (IHOBF). IHOBF is dedicated to promoting cultural understanding and creative expression through music and art. IHOBF will conduct its Blues Schoolhouse program for local children. For more information, www.ihobf.org.

The House of Blues Casino will reflect the rich textures and colors found in the company’s signature Foundation Room. In addition to the casino, the 45-table House of Blues Poker Room will offer the best poker experience in Atlantic City. Throughout the year, the room will play host to several World Series of Poker events, including the newly formed circuit tournament.

The Company recently opened its eighth House of Blues® Club location in Cleveland, Ohio in November 2004 and will open a club in San Diego, California in Spring 2005. As part of the Company's growth strategy, it intends to open at least three club locations in 2005.

For more information on the club, please visit www.hob.com/atlanticcity.

[Mike Gallo]

You heard correct.

A friend of mine ( a pro that could not make it [img]/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img])already inquired about a position as a dealer there.

Showboat and Harrahs have an affiliation in AC. Once the WSOP becomes a big deal here, the casinos will shuttle players to and fro.

[Mike Gallo]

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50 tables cannot possibly be right.

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Why not?