Let me start by saying I DID NOT WIN ANYTHING!! The Casino…read morewas nice clean. Food area decent. Not many visitors. Live DJ playing and plenty of bars. Wish they had hotel.

I checked out the Hollywood casino and harrah's on a work trip in Joliet. pro tip: if there is less…read morethan 100 people in a casino on any given night, leave! There's a reason. Neither casino paid out enough to even keep playing. It was really bad. RUNNNNNN

They had outside restaurants for families but closed at 9. The torta combo is superb i recommend…read morethe plantains as the side. It comes with chimichuri that is so tasty i got the asada with poblano and avocado. I loved the players club workers.

This place is more of a two and a half star place to be honest and my review is solely based off of…read morethe parking garage and being at the casino itself. Parking was easy but it has a really tight turn to make upon entering the parking garage. Getting to the casino is easy since it's on the second floor portion of the building. Security was very friendly and it was very easy to get through without any hassle. The games itself were pretty lackluster but the party that I was with was winning big time (but then again I didn't know how much they truly lost) the bartender was pretty quiet but he was very quick and efficient. This place is still pretty busy late at night. I do feel like the casino itself is a bit outdated unfortunately and it is in need of a remodel. Overall, i thought it was a below average Casino experience.

I had a great time here won a lot! The host was Great checking if I needed anything, they had…read moresnacks which where free Love the cold beer! Great vibes keep on winning!

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There is no or even though there is one listed on their website. Also, the pool is empty of so…read moretechnically they're not lying about the pool even though you swim in it and I guess technically they're not lying about the and bar because it is in the building, however it is closed permanently

The renovations are complete and the hotel was very clean and well managed. The day shift manager…read morewas super friendly and really helpful picking a room that worked with our pet. We had a great nights rest and a nice breakfast in the morning. The hotel is in a convenient location near I-80 as well as several nearby restaurants. The price was very high for what it was - $185 is a little high for what was offered. This may have been driven by the high occupancy rate, not sure.

Scott Bonn, Ph.D. is a criminology professor, TV news commentator, public speaker and author. He is…read morean expert on the behavior and the motivations of criminals. I often hear his name of the Serial Killers podcast I listen to on Spotify and just recently finished reading his book "Why We Love Serial Killers: The Curious Appeal of the World's Most Savage Murderers". When I saw him on the news giving an interview and they mentioned he would be 'in Chicago", I jumped at the chance to get a ticket to see him live. Welp, much to my dismay, he was not going to be in Chicago but Joliet. Well, I bit the bullet, got a ticket, and decided to go anyway. The Rialto is located in what I assume is the downtown area...the reason I say assume is that this is the first time I have been to Joliet. Since I arrived at 7:30 pm, it was dark and not much foot traffic beyond people parking to go to the theater. There was a parking lot about a two blocks from the theater at the cross street and it was free. The theatre was designed by Marshall & Fox, who also designed the Blackstone Theatre (now the Merle Reskin), the Blackstone Hotel and the Drake Hotel. Walking inside, you can definitely tell that these guys did the work as there was a familiarity to the Chicago buildings mentioned. The interior is very ornate and pretty. There were several vendors in the main lobby serving drinks (no bubbles, just still wines), cocktails and beer. You could take the drinks in with you to the theater. There was this huge Duchess chandelier in the rotunda and a lot of cream-colored marble walls in the lobby. The theater itself was so lovely. The seats looks wide enough where you could be comfortable. The reason I say this is that a lot of entertainment venues built back in the day had very narrow and uncomfortable seats. Because I had tickets in the front row of the orchestra pit, they had stand alone seats there, but they were padded and comfortable. I loved seeing the red velvet curtains and looking up to the ceiling, there was this ornate plateau of what appeared to be The Birth of Venus, based on the Italian artist Sandro Botticelli. The presentation itself was nice and insightful. I am fascinated with serial killers from the perspective of the psychology of why they do what they do, and Dr. Scott Bonn did not disappoint. Although a lot of the basics he spoke on I was already aware of, it was great to here about his person insights into his dealings with BKT (Dennis Rader)and Son of Sam. The irony was not lost on me that quite a few of these killers associate with Christianity in terms of being involved in churches. Bonn mentioned that Son of Sam (David Berkowitz )was now Son of Hope and a self-proclaimed minister who was being embraced by quite a few people. Couldn't wrap my mind around that at all. Bonn also spoke about Bryan Christopher Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022. Bonn mentioned that he felt that Kohberger had the potential to become a serial killer had he not been caught. Bonn also mentioned that the number of serial killers has been on the declined over the years, with the numbers as high as over 800 in the 80s. The advances in DNA testing as well as technology/knowledge had stopped potential serial killers in their tracks before they got started. The staff were all very cordial and helpful. Overall experience was a good one as I liked the feel of the theater. There would have to be someone performing here that I absolutely would want to see before coming back here due to the distance but would absolutely do so.

I saw Buddy Guy at Rialto Square Theatre the other week and really liked this venue! I'd always…read morebeen curious about this theater the few times I had driven by it so I was excited to check it out. Upon entering the lobby you can see how elegant and beautiful the building is. My wife and I decided to look up at the theater ceiling before the show just to admire the architecture. The acoustics were great and we heard everything perfectly. I'll definitely be back!

First time coming here. They were hosting a show here so I wanted to try this place out and visit…read moreit. This place has tons of parking and is hard to miss. Friendly staff, it's cash only and prices here are cheap. Even has an elevator too!

Used to go here when a friend was the resident DJ. I think I still have a free drink poker chip. I…read moreslowly noticed that the prices were rising for drinks and etc. Neighborhood vibe with an occasional weirdo. I don't go here anymore because I have other choices 8)

Went past on Sunday June 28th at about noon and the place was closed…read more Looks nice inside but no one was there, even though the lit up signs were on. You would think they would be open on a Sunday, that is a big retail day for most people to get out and chill for a bit. I am not sure I will go back again if they don't care about even opening on time.

From the owner: Enjoy our relaxed gaming atmosphere while you play slots and video poker at Elsie's Place Crest…read moreHill! We offer first-class gaming chairs, a safe and clean environment, and a friendly staff. We have 11 locations throughout the Chicago area. The first Elsie's Place opened in 2014 in Worth, Illinois. The Crest Hill location opened in 2015. Elsie’s Place is part of Lieberman Companies, a 100+ year old family-owned company that currently spans four generations. Our business is deeply rooted in both the gaming and restaurant industries. We take pride in offering a great gaming experience for video poker and gaming enthusiasts.

We are traveling Route 66. This Motel isn't listed on the App or in the EZ-Guide. Our friends who…read morerace at the Joliet Route 66 Speedway and they have stayed here many times. It is very quiet place. Rooms are clean and beds are very comfortable. It is old school hotel from the 1950's. The staff was very friendly too. Wish they still had a pool that would have really made our stay unique. I highly recommend the Manor Motel in Channahon, Illinois just off I-55 and sitting along side Route 66!

Horrible we stayed here the beginning of March it wasn't to to bad. The rooms could use a very deep…read morecleaning. We decided to come back a second time but never again. My boyfriend pointed out a bug on the bed. Yes it was a bed bug!!! We only used one bed I turned the other bed covers down to look at the sheets,low and behold the sheets had other peoples hair on them. NEVER AGAIN!!!!!!! I would steer clear of this run down place.

I will say one thing about this place it's a bed don't expect finding good channels because it's…read moregot a nuance of the film noir places I do come back from time to time as they almost know me by first name when I am in town; when you live south of the area and need access to the train it comes in handy. If you know where all the cheap eats are at and can get to the library. You really don't do much sleeping because there is no real AC but I do recommend it for Sarah Jane Ferridge (Sarah Jezebel Deva) because this place has that tough vibe that's Joliet's early years. You do see a lot on probation or fixed income who live in the place. Some of the guests really do live at the hotel. East side might be rough but you have cool hotels to eat 24 hours and if you sleep late you won't miss a chance to get something to eat. I do have a hard time waking up in time from the train here because they don't have an alarm clock. You are taking a chance true but has a personality.

I can't say that I walked into this one not knowing. When everyone books a room at a casino for a…read morewedding. You always lose by saying that you will stay at a cheap hotel, because you will only spend a few hours sleeping in it. Cheap rooms are always an experience. By hey, when you are two guys trying to save money you take a chance. All I want to do is describe how at he check in we received the remote for the room, and in the room there was an old pair of underwear under the dresser. I kept thinking that the cockroaches from Joe's Apartment were going to come out and drink with us. Sometimes you go places and realize how fortunate you are and how you never want to loose that position. I am fortunate and very very appreciative I will not stay there again. The view was nice but that was about it.

A true new age Woodstock of our time. You meet so many people from all over the country & overseas…read moreto come to celebrate EDC.We were the FIRST EDC CHICAGO group to camp here. The camping experience was awesome. *The mobile showers * Garnier Fructis station ( hair done, free by professional stylist ) * Food Truck (tacos & burgers) * Shuttle bus that ran to walmart 3xs a day) * Fireworks every night @ 10pm * amusement park rides * Craft tent ( made a rave stick & flower head band) * charge tent ( keep cell phones & laptops charged) * water stations to refill bottles and packs & Best of all, there was a warm tent that stayed open 24hrs a day. When the weather got a bit chilly, I ran for shelter to the warm tent. A community grill was on deck & every morning we could cook scrambled eggs, fry sausage & make tea & in the afternoons we would grill burgers & host a bbq before heading to the concert grounds. If someone was too intoxicated to walk back to their tent , EDC volunteers would happily escort us back to our tent via golf cart. There were various music stages to see our favorite EDM artists.The music was epic and I remember being told by a Joilet Police Officer that there were 9,000 911 calls from the Joilet residents from Thursday night to Monday morning of the event. The residents could hear the music from a 20 mile distance & thought that was some type of bombing occurring at the camp site! The scenery was full of fun & laughter. I remember seeing some tent neighbors bring a life size "Connect Four" game to the site. The tent lanes/rows had creative street names such as "Creativity Lane" or FoFo St". I made so many friends here and will be back to EDC Chicago in the years to come!

EDC Road to Vegas!…read more(http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/electric-daisy-carnival-chicago-joliet?select=CwZSgSBMXVnpjwcyKmxmlw#CS5NLUN3SAavuMjeJ1-l6w) Parking: easy breezy. No traffic in and not much on the way out. Security check points (3): not as tough as I told it would be. One time the security girl asked if I had anything in my pockets I said no and she just let me walk by.... I also had on rugged boots that could of a fit a million things in them and nobody checked. Oh and I also had opened chapstick and their website clearly states NO open chapsticks, but I was a bad ass and got it in, haha. I've never been to the Speedway before so I was in for a surprise. As soon as we entered the pit was filled with laser shows (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/electric-daisy-carnival-chicago-joliet?select=CwZSgSBMXVnpjwcyKmxmlw#t4DFOnHGs2X4w0FS0mnxSA), carnival rides, and pretty daisy. We can't control the weather and it was less than ideal esp. Friday night where temps drop to low 40s, but the DJs rocked EDC Chicago! I danced all night, every night, for three nights straight! It's a pretty close call for which night was my favorite: Saturday or Sunday. Saturday night Armin was amazinggggggggggg! His set is so good that I listen to it while working out! As for Sunday it might of been muddy and rainy, but the rain brings all the crazies out! Definitely a memorable one! Plenty of port-o-potties and food stations, also if it was raining you can buy a poncho at the general store and they opened up the garages. Endless supply of free water at the water stations and plenty of beer sellers. Definitely a fun experience and from experienced EDC Las Vegas peeps EDC Chicago is a big tease and I'm quite alright with that because it is the "road to Vegas" and it's definitely building my anticipation! See you in a few weeks EDC Vegas!