In normal times, the casino and hotel could see thousands of people drinking, playing, eating, and carousing at once.īut it will open with far fewer than that initially, allowing no more than five people per 1,000 square feet in order to comply with Philadelphia’s pandemic restrictions. There are upscale options, as well as burger and taco restaurants operated by Guy Fieri. Hungry patrons can choose from a dozen eateries and bars. Televisions the size of movie theater screens play live sports. The casino’s vast floor is stocked with more than 2,100 slot machines, 121 table games, and a dedicated poker room. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY) Built for thousands, casino pivots to solo experience Live! Hotel and Casino on Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia’s Stadium District.
“While almost all other businesses are struggling just to keep their doors open we’re opening and creating new jobs,” he said. Norton said he’s confident the facility’s temperature guns, plastic separators, air filters, and other safety measures will keep patrons safe. WHYY thanks our sponsors - become a WHYY sponsor
