GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World

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GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World at Goodwood in Cape Town offers one of the largest casinos in South Africa, and certainly the most expansive on the Western Cape with over 120,000 square feet of gaming space providing 2,500 slots and video poker machines and 79 premium table games. Smoking and non-smoking sections are available and the premium Privé section ensures that players from all walks of life will have a truly superb experience.  The smoker's casino is underground and climate controlled. It utilizes the  largest air conditioning and extraction facility in the world.

Accommodations are available at the grand Hotel on-site or the City Lodge within easy walking distance. Amenities at GrandWest include multiple entertainment venues, thirteen restaurants and bars, a food court with five easy options, a plethora of kids and family entertainment and services, and an ice skating rink.

The main casino and Privé areas are open for gaming 24 hours a day.

GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World is casino fun for all gamblers enjoyment. There are casino table games like blackjack, punto banco, roulette and raise'em poker as well as more than two thousand slot machines available for your gambling entertainment. Guests can stay in any one of the  luxury hotel rooms and be able to relax and have a pleasant vacation.

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Poker at GrandWest Casino

Grand West Poker Pit

No limit cash games have come to GrandWest Casino. The ten table poker pit is located on the main casino floor across from the MVG lounge. Tournaments are played weekly and entry fees can be paid on the day of the competition. Some are freeze-out, some allow rebuys.

The GrandWest Casino Series of Poker (GWSOP) is the big deal here with a final prize pool that usually reaches over a million rand. Satellites are held weekly with the big show downs every 3-4 months. Participation is usually around 200 players in the finals.

Dining & Restaurants

Beijing Orchid

• Serving: Asian, Vegetarian

The finest Chinese cuisine prepared with meticulous attention to detail is available to GrandWest visitors at the Beijing Orchid. The chef uses only the finest and freshest ingredients to produce exotic creations that are nearly as much of a joy to behold with they eyes as they are to savor. Vegetarian diners will experience the same robust spices and flavorings as those who enjoy meats in their dishes.

General

Price range: Upscale

Reservations: +27 21 535 3597

Hours

Sunday	12:00pm / 5:00pm
Monday	3:00pm / 10:00pm
Tuesday	3:00pm / 10:00pm
Wednesday	3:00pm / 10:00pm
Thursday	3:00pm / 10:00pm
Friday	3:00pm / 10:00pm
Saturday	3:00pm / 10:00pm

Squires Grill & Chophouse at GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World

• Serving: Steak, Seafood, Vegetarian, Grilled , South African

Squires Grill and Chophouse serves lean ostrich delicacies, succulent steaks and other mouth watering entrees and is the go-to place for meat lovers at GrandWest. There is also an extensive vegetarian menu and everyone can enjoy luscious desserts. The wine list at Squires is nearly all encompassing so it is never difficult to find just the right pairing for any meal.

General

Price range: Upscale

Part of the Squires chain

Reservations: +27 21 534 9194

Kid-friendly

Hours

Sunday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Monday	12:00pm / 3:00pm
Tuesday	12:00pm / 3:00pm
Wednesday	12:00pm / 3:00pm
Thursday	12:00pm / 3:00pm
Friday	12:00pm / 12:00am
Saturday	12:00pm / 12:00am

Union Castle Club

• Serving: International

Membership has it's privileges as does guest status at Grand Hotel. Platinum card holders and residents may take advantage of the ultimate in meal indulgence in the exclusive Union Castle Club at Grand Hotel.  Open 24 hours a day and serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this is a place to relax and enjoy a meal while relaxing in the luxurious lounge of a sophisticated and distinguished venue.

General

Price range: Upscale

Reservations: +27 21 505 7899

Attire: Smart casual

Hours

Sunday	12:00am / 12:00am
Monday	12:00am / 12:00am
Tuesday	12:00am / 12:00am
Wednesday	12:00am / 12:00am
Thursday	12:00am / 12:00am
Friday	12:00am / 12:00am
Saturday	12:00am / 12:00am

Cape Town Fish Market at GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World

• Serving: Seafood, Cafe/Variety

Cape Town Fish Market and Teppanyaki is South Africa's premier seafood restaurant chain and diners at GrandWest may enjoy the freshest menu in the country. Enjoy a range of South African and Japanese dishes from the standby fish and chips to seafood curry or salmon teriyaki with a host o f other choices in between. If you or someone in your party is not drawn to the exquisite catch of the day there are meat and chicken choices as well as special plates for the kids.

General

Price range: Upscale

Part of the Cape Town Fish Market chain

Reservations: +27 21 535 3110

Kid-friendly

Hours

Sunday	9:00am / 11:00pm
Monday	9:00am / 11:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am / 11:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am / 11:00pm
Thursday	9:00am / 11:00pm
Friday	9:00am / 11:00pm
Saturday	9:00am / 11:00pm

Quarterdeck Restaurant

• Serving: Vegetarian, Buffet

Just off the main casino floor at GrandWest you will find the opulent buffet of the Quarterdeck Restaurant with its unique maritime theme. Known as one of the best buffets in the Cape, you will certainly need to bool your party, especially considering the restricted dining hours. Work your way through tantalizing selections of hot and cold fare, casseroles with a distinctive African flare, stir fries, curries, roasted meats and vegetables.

General

Price range: Average

Reservations: +27 21 505 7220

Kid-friendly

Buffet

Hours

Sunday	12:00pm / 3:00pm
Monday	6:00pm / 10:00pm
Tuesday	6:00pm / 10:00pm
Wednesday	6:00pm / 10:00pm
Thursday	6:00pm / 10:00pm
Friday	6:00pm / 10:00pm
Saturday	6:00pm / 10:00pm

Silver Dollar Spur at GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World

• Serving: Steak, Seafood, Vegetarian, Grilled

By whatever name, Gold Rush, Golden Gate, or Silver Dollar Spur, or simply the Spur Steak Ranch, South Africans know this family-friendly steakhouse as a great place to get a delicious meal at affordable prices. Vegetarian and seafood meals, grills, steaks, chops, ribs, burgers and chicken are just some of the choices. Silver Dollar Spur is the prime place for a family meal or even a birthday party.

General

Price range: Average

Part of the Gold Rush Spur chain

Reservations: +27 21 535 4596

Kid-friendly

Hours

Sunday	9:00am / 10:00pm
Monday	9:00am / 10:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am / 10:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am / 10:00pm
Thursday	9:00am / 10:00pm
Friday	9:00am / 11:00pm
Saturday	9:00am / 11:00pm

Bukhara

• Serving: Indian

Many agree that the South African palate prefers Indian cuisine for the northern regions and Bukhara at GrandWest offers an immersive experience with authentic decor, ambience including music, and the spicy fare that we all crave. The restarant is exotic and the dining experience will be well remembered for its charm, excellence, and atmospheric realism.

General

Price range: Upscale

Reservations: +27 21 535 4444

Hours

Sunday	12:00pm / 10:00pm
Monday	12:00pm / 10:00pm
Tuesday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Wednesday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Thursday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Friday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Saturday	12:00pm / 11:00pm

Bella Gina

• Serving: Italian, Pizza, Pasta Specialties

When you think of an Italian trattoria you may not imagine the perfection of wood oven pizzas or hand made pastas but Bella Gina delivers a variety of delicious foods in those categories, and more. The precise blending and slow cooking of the sauces using only the freshest and most choice ingredients assure a perfect pie or pasta dish with every sitting.

General

Price range: Average

Reservations: +27 21 534 6748

Hours

Sunday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Monday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Tuesday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Wednesday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Thursday	12:00pm / 11:00pm
Friday	12:00pm / 12:00am
Saturday	12:00pm / 12:00am

The Coffee Shop

• Serving: Coffee, Bread and Pastries, Light Fare

While the venue's name seems to say it all - piping hot cups of premium coffee in a  casual setting - there is a lot more to this GrandWest shop. The aromas of fresh brew will draw you in only to discover there is a wide ranging menu of light fare and tasty sweets to refresh and replenish you, whether you come in bright and early, or need a pick me up later in the day.

General

Price range: Budget

Reservations: +27 21 534 3899

Hours

Sunday	9:00am / 12:00am
Monday	9:00am / 12:00am
Tuesday	9:00am / 12:00am
Wednesday	9:00am / 12:00am
Thursday	9:00am / 12:00am
Friday	9:00am / 12:00am
Saturday	9:00am / 12:00am

Food Court at GrandWest Casino

• Serving: Cafe/Variety

There is no need to sacrifice quality for value and convenience at GrandWest. Simply stop into The Cape Village for a wide selection burgers, fish and chips, falafels, donuts and more and you are on your way. Thinkg KFC? It's in the food court too. How about a Wimpy burger or hearty breakfast, lunch or dinner? Or the all time favorite grab and go, Nando's with South African and Portuguese?

General

Price range: Budget

Alibama Sports Bar

General

Price range: Budget

Reservations: +27 21 505 7455

Hanover Street

General

Price range: Budget

Reservations: +27 21 505 7514

Jackson Hall

General

Price range: Budget

Reservations: +27 21 505 7451

GrandWest Casino Venues & Hotspots

Grand Arena

Of all the live entertainment venues at GrandWest, the Grand Arena rises high above as the most important entertainment venue in the Cape Town area. Local and international artists have graced the stage since it was built with such names as Dave Matthews, Counting Crows, Maroon 5, Kylie Minogue, and even the legendary Tom Jones to name but a few - now that's casino entertainment!

Bars & Nightlife at GrandWest

Alibama Sports Bar ~ The Golden Anchor ~ Hanover Street ~ Jackson Hall

Alibama Sports Bar serves up your favorite drinks and light fare in luxury and offers sports betting. Open until midnight 7 days.

The Golden Anchor is the full service casino bar open 24/7 with every drink under the sun or moon and light meals with entertainment.

Hanover Street is all about having fun with music and dance in alively atmosphere with live acts and DJs. Open until 2am.

Jackson Hall will remind you of a New Orleans cocktail bar with smooth jazz, bottomless leather couches, great food, and top shelf bourbon.

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