A great slice of Americana in upstate NY I stumbled upon this track and museum while visiting…read moreGoshen and found it to be a fun filled stop in my afternoon. While it's an active track z there was no activity the day of my visit. I was able to explore every bit of the facility and truly feel the history of the site of America's oldest horse track! Very well maintained facility with a museum on site. The track is much larger than I thought it would be. I look forward to a future visit where I'll be able to catch a day of racing.

Absolutely Awesome Experience!!!…read more Young or old this place is simply a fun experience to enjoy if you're in the immediate area. If you're a hardcore horse racing enthusiast then no travel distance will keep you from this track, however if you're the average (or below) race track goer and you live in the immediate area you just have to stop in and enjoy one of these race events. Even if this type of thing doesn't interest you, it's actually really fun to attend/watch. It was my first experience going to a race track, never really considered it my "cup of tea" and only visited because my young daughter absolutely loves horses; even taking horse riding lessons. We ventured off to one of these local races and we both loved it. My daughter naturally loved it because of her love for horses and I absolutely enjoyed it and have no real interest in horses or racing but it was SOOO much fun to watch. Crowds go crazy as the horses round the corner toward the finish line and you can't help but get fired up by the contagious crowd cheering! Epic feeling and rush as everyone cheers as horses cross finish line. For a small entrance fee you get to enjoy the races taking any seat you'd like and pretty much all the seats are great; no bad seats (i.e. nose bleeds). Local vendors were present as well for family fun entertainment. Various vendors setup to sell or donate items. This year the local ice cream vendor, Trail Side Treats, was in attendance donating FREE ice cream to attendees which was so awesome of that local vendor to do. Food, drinks and even beer are available for sale at the concession stands. Even if you don't care for this type of event or never even thought you'd be remotely interested, I DARE you to try it because it's really cool. For the cost of entrance skip your morning Starbucks and try this place out. Fun people won't regret trying it while those lame boring folks will simply dislike it just like everything else that keeps their lives boring. Haha! I double dog dare you to visit and try it!

Been there for over 13 years. The farm is conveniently located in East Longmeadow, between…read moreSpringfield, MA, and Somers/Enfield, CT. My horses have the best life there. I wouldn't have stayed all these years if it werent top notch.

I had my horses at Masconette for about a year. Even though it was far from where I lived, it was…read moreso worth it. John took awesome care of them...through a bad winter. I had a couple bad experiences in the past so I was very afraid. My hard keeper thoroughbred came out of that winter season actually fat! (and happy) The property is beautiful and the people are great! Love Julie the pig too...she always brings a smile to my face. Only reason I left is I moved onto a horse property and could finally have my horses right with me again. I was actually sad to leave.

You can tell that this place was once a bustling raceway and casino. Now it's just a depressing…read moreplace hanging on by a thread. The casino is gone, the place needs some love with regard to lawn maintenance. If you don't have the NYRA app you make your bets at an outside shed. Such a shame.

At dinner and decided to order the mozzarella sticks at the Press Box at the Monticello Casino. The…read moreabsolute worst mozzarella sticks I've eaten in all of the United States. They are empty, there is no mozzarella In The Sticks. We said something to the lovely waitress and she spoke to the chef in the back and he re made us a new batch.. and they had tons of mozzarella in them they were perfect.

We drove all the way from Long Island and we are so glad we made the trek. This was such an…read moreauthentic experience. This ranch is like no other.. Joe is incredible and has so much hospitality. He really knows his stuff and is an excellent riding guide. His horses are so well trained and really listen to you. From experienced riders to beginners, he really offers a one of a kind experience. Especially for people who have years of riding experience (like me) and are tired of those mundane boring trail rides than Rough riders is for you!! It is full of adventure and thrill!

Took my wife (and myself) for her 1st horseback ride in her life on Saturday, 4/27/2024. A 'bucket…read morelist' item. We even took our dog, planning on either leaving her in the car for the trail ride part or tied up outside. Joe was amazing and so informative. He took his time with both of us novices. He even noticed our dog was very attentive to us so he allowed her to accompany us on the trail. It was the first time she was 'off leash' for any period of time and she had as much fun as we did. The horses were tame and responsive to every pull. Overall, it could not have been better! I thank Joe for his patience and guidance and look forward to a repeat visit the next time we are anywhere near Jewett. Make this a priority stop for a great time.

I have my 3 horses boarded at Stoneview Farms since April 2011. I love this facility. I have…read morepreviously been at 3 other farms who I also liked very much. But Stoneview is definitely the longest time my horses have been boarded. I hope it's like home for them by now. I love the people at Stoneview Farms. It's no drama, no bossing, no rudeness, and no stress. Stoneview Farms is a place where people come to enjoy their time with their horses. I really appreciate that. The schedule is very open but I always check for availability on special days. So far I can visit my horses anytime: 8 pm or 6 am. On holiday days or weekends. This is important since I live 35 miles away and I have a very busy schedule. The barn is kept extremely clean. The horse stalls are 14x14 large. Perfect for really big horses like mine. It has windows that are open in the summer. It never really gets too hot in this barn. I think it is because of the altitude of its location. There is always a nice breeze. The farm also has a large arena, a round pen, a jumping field and a track. The horses are not crowded in their paddocks which means there is plenty of green landscape for our equines to enjoy. The Taddeo family and their employees work tirelessly in improving the previously neglected farm. Every month there is something new, something improved and it makes everyone happy. Its already a gorgeous farm that suits our pocket sizes. Some boarders are serious horse people. They will ride under any weather, and their horses are worked almost daily in their skills. That is always inspiring to me. Some horses there are retired but they look very happy and cared for by their owners. Some horses belong to Eric Taddeo and these are race horses that are worked out almost daily. I really enjoy seeing all this activity. But nobody is preaching and its a very relaxed atmosphere without die hard rules. I do recommend this farm. It's a pity they don't have an indoor or a warm space to hang out in the winter with my children. But I'm certain that eventually it will happen... I love their new instructor Laura Juhlin and she has brought in so much business by teaching horse ridding to children and adults. She is also very easy going and knowledgeable of her horses. Stoneview Farms is the best Warwick secret. They are affordable, kind, home like facility for all sorts of horses and their owners. Thank you guys!

From the owner: We offer boarding for every kind of horse. Whether it is a race horse, pleasure horse or a…read moreprofessionals horse, we offer the best care possible. We have an equisiser on the property that is usable to any boarder!

I grew up going to this place, so it's not totally new for me, though the Rooney family has been…read moreconstantly upgrading the place to meet the competition coming from Queens. It was small, and "quaint" years ago, and has now morphed into a big money factory. The bottom line is that the casino itself is HUGE. TRYING HARD This place tries real hard, but there always seem to be things that make a visit trying. I was not happy with the signs at all. They are confusing, in some cases missing, and sometimes poorly placed. Also, some of the staff seem to be on Mars. Two of them fumbled a simple question like, "Where can I get a racing program?" THE $39.95 PRIX FIXE On this latest visit, we hit the Empire Terrace for the $39.95 prix fixe. It was good, and "as advertised." But, when a fellow diner threw them a curve ball, like a simple side order of mashed taters, they messed it up. A server came out and hesitantly served an ugly glop of powdered potatoes, on a gigantic, lonely plate -- 15 minutes before any other food came out! The Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake was fantastic. THE ENTERTAINMENT Of course, it is a lot of fun betting on the horses, and watching them out the window! (I was not lucky this evening.) The casino itself is colorful and noisy and "typical." The bands in the lounge are invariably talented and fun to watch. The parking situation is just so-so, as ya gotta take a bus because the lot is SO huge! All in all, it is a worthwhile experience, though I couldn't do it often. THE OTHERS Not all gambling is innocent entertainment. You will undoubtedly notice that there are many, MANY people here who have a very "different" experience than a diner at Empire Terrace might. They appear shabbily dressed, and down on their luck. You won't see them in the restaurants, or dancing to the music from the band. I can't comment on their experience, but I noticed they were fleeced, just like the rest of us. But they didn't seem to have the cash to spare. So, that's here, too, remember.

Spend your money elsewhere. The atmosphere at Empire City Casino in Yonkers is not worth it. A…read moreCasino Lieutenant, believed to be affiliated with Yonkers Police, was observed being too harsh with guests and escalating a situation instead of de-escalating it. Guests should not feel intimidated or threatened with removal before an issue is properly resolved, especially in an environment that is supposed to be fun. Even NYPD would likely handle guests with more courtesy and professionalism. The regular staff seemed much nicer and more respectful, which made the Lieutenant's conduct stand out even more. And on top of that, you barely win. Go to Queens instead. Have fun.

I wanted to leave a complimentary review for employee, Pashke Gjoka on the…read more Empire City website but the site doesn't allow it. I just wanted to say that I think that she is a wonderful employee. I can tell when she is working because the bathrooms are immaculate. I had an opportunity to converse with her and found her to be friendly, approachable and very pleasant. I hope that her employers realize what a wonderful employee she is and that they appreciate her dedication and hard work.

Was hard to get a parking spot in the Handicap section. I had to go away and take the bus in…read more No beverages were served like Mohegan or Foxwood and MGM Springfield.