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CASINO
Master Critic Review
CASINO
8.3
CASINO is a coastal-Italian restaurant and bar on East Broadway that leans into supper-club vibes, with a dramatic dining room and spaces that can be tailored for private events. The menu mixes raw bar, pastas, and Mediterranean-leaning mains, making it a stylish option for creative-industry parties and intimate celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seafood Tower, Linguine with Clams, Roast Chicken with Pan Jus
Scores:
Value: 6.5
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 9
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: A moody, coastal-leaning dining room built for nights that blur dinner into drinks, with buyout-friendly layouts.
Who should go: Creative groups craving a sceney, dinner-into-drinks private night
When to visit: Later seatings Thursday–Saturday for full downtown energy
What to order: Seafood tower, linguine with clams, whole or half roast chicken
Insider tip: Plan a family-style menu heavy on pastas and raw bar to keep per-person costs controlled while still feeling luxe.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited in Dimes Square; expect to circle during peak hours. No valet. Ride-share or nearby garages on Essex and Ludlow are more reliable.
Dress code: Downtown smart-casual with a fashion edge; elevated pieces, dark denim, and statement outfits fit the room’s sceney energy.
Noise level: Loud—music and crowd buzz create a high-energy backdrop, but you can still hold a conversation at closer range.
Weekend wait: Expect 45–75 minutes without a reservation, especially after 8pm.
Weekday lunch: Lunch is not typically offered; early weeknight dinners have minimal waits with walk-ins possible before 7pm.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Solid vegetarian options across pastas, salads, and a few raw-bar-adjacent starters.
Vegan options: Limited; the kitchen can modify a couple of dishes, but it’s not a vegan-focused menu.
Gluten-free options: Several naturally gluten-free seafood dishes; many pastas can be swapped or adapted with advance notice.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes—if you want a dramatic, nightlife-adjacent vibe. The moody lighting and elevated menu set a memorable tone, but the noise level skews high for quieter, get-to-know-you dates.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Early walk-ins (before 7pm) have the best odds; later in the night, especially Thu–Sat, the bar fills and waits become lengthy. Groups should always reserve ahead.
Is it kid-friendly? Not ideal. The space leans adult, loud, and late-night. Teens are fine for early dinners, but younger children may feel out of place.
Best For
Better for: Stylish private events, sceney group dinners, and creative-industry meetups where atmosphere and cocktails matter as much as the food.
Skip if: You want a quiet meal, budget-friendly pricing, or a kid-friendly environment—choose a more casual neighborhood Italian spot instead.