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 The Chitimacha Tribe's largest commercial development is the highly successful Cypress Bayou Casino. In 1985, the Tribe developed a 30,000 square-foot facility for bingo.
450 slot machines were integrated into the bingo operation in
December of 1993. Bingo was discontinued in June of 1994, and the
space was converted to accommodate 36 table games by mid-September. An expansion of approximately 85,000 square-feet opened in May
of 1995. This expansion incorporated another 400 slot machines, as well as a lounge and two
restaurants. One of these restaurants, Mr. Lester's
Steakhouse, has established a reputation as one of the best
steak houses in the country. The Casino brought back high-stakes
bingo into the Pavilion in 2005. Then, in 2006, the Chitimacha Tribe
unveiled Shorty's, a new expansion to Cypress Bayou Casino.
Entertainment includes Off Track Betting, Live Action Poker, Rox
Nightclub, and live concerts hand selected through the House of
Blues. There are two fine dining establishments: Mr. Lester's
Steakhouse and Rik Rak, an Asian fusion restaurant. Cafe Bayou is a
big draw for the Casino, and with the opening of Shorty's, they have
revamped their menu adding several top-scale choices to their
already delectable menu, and a buffet for the morning. For the
late-night crowd, there is Eddie's Grill, which is styled like a
late 1950's diner, and features a wide selection of breakfast and
dinner choices 24 hours a day. Fresh is the bakery for Cypress Bayou
Casino, and it features different varieties of coffee and pastry.
Eat's is famous for their crawfish pies and red beans and rice,
while Dog's and Buddie's offer hot dogs or hamburgers for one dollar
with a drink. There are two gift shops, one in Cypress Bayou Casino
and one in Shorty's, that each feature a wide range of gifts and
clothing. There are three bars: Rox Nightclub, Bocat's, and
Mickey's. Rox Nightclub opens at 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and
features live music every weekend. Bocat's is open nightly, with an
oyster bar and live music from Thursday to Sunday. Mickey's is open
24 hours, with live music playing from Thursday-Sunday nights, and
poker machines filling in the bar. Come and enjoy Cypress Bayou
Casino and Shorty's this weekend, you won't regret it!!!
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