I decided to go to this casino for the new year as I knew I had food credit and came here for the energy drinks and my little $25 dollar in free play. I also wanted to play the roulette game with a spin bonus and wild thing and most likely leave. I do not know why I like playing that game as I never hit anything good on there and getting the bonus. However, I decided this time to try my luck at this casino and see what happens as I saw last time they did have a lot of old school three reel machines that were not volatile. I should try it. The roulette game was out of commission so I played Wild Thing and nothing happened. I then played Triple Double Dollar and even though I did see the machine had a jackpot on there I decided to do the "backup" spins and little did I know I hit my first jackpot there of $2400.00 They do take a long time to get to you that I had to get someone from the cashier cage to come get me. Then, I had to wait another 30 minutes for my handpay to appear. I ended up playing some really old Aristocrat games while I waited and they were a lot of fun as I got a bonus on one and the other a great line hit. I played triple stars with no luck, but double diamond deluxe which gave me $400 dollars. I got my energy drinks with my voucher as the coffee shop is the only one opened. They have an Asian place opening up too which I will try next time. I have not seen a horse race here, but maybe I will go to one, we will see. read more

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Good experience with the horse races. First time seeing the races and it was fun. Witnessed horse race, zebra racing and ostrich racing. Good experience for the family. read more

Louisiana Downs - Casinos Near Me - Bossier City, Louisiana

Tightest slot machines in North America! No security outside in pot hole parking lot. Property is always dark and lighting is poor in most areas. Strange people are always lurking in the parking lot...watching you and/or asking for money or a ride. Be careful if you go there because I heard several reports of people being followed when leaving. DON'T GO ALONE! It was much safer when truck drivers were allowed to park there because the truckers presence is much better protection than the La Downs "security" girls...haha read more

I am a frequent here at Louisiana Downs and for the most part, I have an amazing experience. However, recently that experience has been diminished due to a certain employee, Yolanda. Yolanda finds a way to sour my mood every time I visit. She is the most disrespectful service worker I have ever encountered. It's impossible to get her to come help you out with anything. She always seems like she hates her job and makes sure we know it too! She has seriously made me reconsider coming here. read more

I can't recommend this place. My top complaint was the poor customer service. It was awful. My wife and I were riding our motorcycle back home. It had rained earlier and the only covered/protected area is under the abandoned valet. Absolutely nothing is under the awning and when I asked to park the bike there- they said no. They said there was no room in case of a fire. I could have parked my bike and the entire Bossier City FD under that awning. So they just weren't interested in a simple accommodation which could have easily been done. I went to get a players card. After waiting 5 mins in line, cage cashier just put up a closed sign and walked off. Had two bad experiences in the horse betting area. Gal selling programs was rude. The following day, I asked a ticket writer for a pen. All she had to do was get off her fat ass, turn around and grab one. Instead she told me to get one on the other side. Truthfully, I wanted to beef this place with the GM. The employees suck. That and we couldn't win anything here. Kind of sick that we gave them 600 for this awful experience. It won't happen again. read more

Hello I frequent this establishment regularly. But it's crazy how the new rules are you can only get something to drink unless your gaming.But when your gaming you can't find a bartender. And if you do I'm not on this side. I have been there an elderly people only want a bottle of water and the security guards have to go get them one. Also why doesn't this Casino have a hostess? Half the slot tech or floor employees will not speech they are not friendly! I'm taking my money somewhere else read more

Truck Driver I have been coming here to play while on route and for a year I bet big, 10cent 25 denom to 250 and never win here. Kinda sad how bad the payouts are. Now they chained off semi truck parking and will harass your co driver about truck going in little gate now, couple all these negatives and never win, I would highly suggest trucker to pass and go to Phoenix, they don't harass us and wins are better. read more

Louisiana Downs - Casinos Near Me - Bossier City, Louisiana

***rating slot floor only*** Typical casino. Nothing very special about it. It is very bright and fun to look around in. Of the four casinos I visited over the weekend, probably the most festive. I did win $300. So that was awesome. But I subsequently gave it all away in other establishments so......... oh man. I keep trying to get my mom out into the main lobby and race track floor, but we can't seem to get out of the casino. A server did ask us directly if we needed anything. We didn't. So maybe I should be giving it five stars. read more

Louisiana Downs - Casinos Near Me - Bossier City, Louisiana

Dishonest staff and security i won a jackpot and they let somebody else not only sign for my jackpot they also let them steal my 400 ticket and lie about what cameras show then refused to call police so i could report theft. I would advise going anywhere but there read more

Updating review. Still haven't eaten here again but friends decided to have a covid vaccine celebration and go out for the first time in forever. I'm not necessarily pro or con masks or smoking, but I will say what was expected was confusing. Passed many people smoking, so obviously they couldn't wear a mask... but then one of my friends was told to pull their mask up? She didn't smoke... is the exception of you are smoking or drinking? And why would it matter? I was hoping at the very least they would have moved the machines a little further apart but it looked the same as it has for the past decade. The only thing I saw done differently was sanitizer in various places... but it wasn't touchless so that's just weird to me because you're a casino... you can afford touchless sanitizing stations. Waitresses beyond difficult to find. Solid meh experience. read more

A fairly nice casino that looks bigger from the outside than on the inside (although the horse themed stuff is a good touch). But I think that's because the ponies are what bring in their main crowd. One other thing this place has that other casinos don't is a colony of ferrel cats that hang out on one of the lawns read more

Louisiana Downs - Casinos Near Me - Bossier City, Louisiana

Harrah's is undefeated! This is why I'm here! I love Harrah's and plan to visit them all before my time comes to an end. I may not have won big but I won enough to keep me playing. I was able to enter there promotions for a 100.00 every 30 min. I plan to come back next month to visit the other 3 casinos I didn't check out and actually shop! read more

#TheRollingRomantics are here today at Harrah's Louisiana Downs and meet the two nicest staff worker: Ms Keysha Slot Hostess and Mr Alex Head of Security. The reason we would like to recognize these two Staff because it is not often you find pleasant worker that are willing to help you with a problem and do it with a smile. We are here from California but my Mama Bruce lives in Texarkana, TX and I wanted her to come visit us while we are in Shreveport, LA / Bossier City and they help me give her directions to be able to come visit US. Without any hesitation the both assisted Us and now I'm going to play and wait patiently for Mom to get here. Hopefully we will igm have a good meal here at Fuddruckers and win a little change. Now this is Great Customer Service with a smile..Keep up the good work.. Now I must not forget about Ms Shannon (Beautiful Smile, great personality) when I came in she greeted me with GOOD MORNING; so many don't even acknowledge U. LoVe it Harrah's Okay they have Two of the Best Bartenders and Raven and Jeremy very prompt and listens well. Okay Mom has arrived and a very Handsome Young Man ( great personality) Mr Gerald (Executive Host) held our machines until I went to the parking lot to meet Mama Mary Bruce. Angela Johnson ( Slot Attendant ) watched and waited for Mama Bruce to return from getting a Players Card and I most say the STAFF MEMBERS I NAMED AT HARRAH'S are TOP NOTCH CUSTOMER SERVICE... read more

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1. Tight slots!! 2. Slots are tight!! 3. Machines are tight!! 4. So I was here maybe 20 mins, went through $100 so quick. Like no machine here give you a payoff over 10 ever on penny machines, you can bet high but it will take 50 spins before machines payoff and that's not much.... also place looks really cheap and dirty machines as people dump their cigarettes ashes on the slots. A few machines are down or broken. I've been here twice and i think I'm done going here since I don't have the urge to return here. Stay away from this place I'm telling you, you will not win. read more

This location is clean, staff is friendly, and there's drink stations throughout to order your drinks. It was a bit of a disappointment for us, as there are absolutely no table games or a poker room. It is strictly slots here. We like poker and Blackjack, so we didn't stay long. Harrah's New Orleans is still the best Harrah's location, imo. It even beats out Vegas. Good luck! read more

I visited here for Christmas in the sky! This place was beautiful decoration and the organize customer service was great! The parking was organized valet was very prompt. read more

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Very nice hotel that overlooks part of the horse track. Rooms modern , huge, and super friendly staff! The horsetrack is nice overall. The casino...not so great. Its slots only and average age of guests is at least 100 with it obviously being a rule that you must chain smoke as well!! A fuddruckers is located inside casino and it was dandy! This is an excellent hotel to stay at when going to the horse track! read more

I've been coming to Louisiana Downs since the early 80s long before the casinos moved into Shreveport/Bossier City and before Harrah's took over the operation. It seems to me there has been a steady downhill slide. While I do understand casino gambling has drawn many patrons away from the track, that is no excuse for the failing service. In fact, it would seem Harrah's would attempt to improve service to perhaps lure back more guests. Other tracks in the South are still flourishing in spite of the casinos. Take Oaklawn in Hot Springs, AR or Lone Star Park in Irving for example. Always crowded. So some points I want to make in hopes that management will take note: 1. Why can I not find the 2014 racing calendar on line to know which days are scheduled for live racing and what time the races will start on those days? Go take a look at the Oaklawn website. 2. Why does no one answer the phone when I call the numbers listed on the web page in an effort to reserve a box seat? 3. Why on earth would you decide to use Open Table to reserve box seats at the track? When location is important, I want a chance to either speak to someone in order to get as close to my preferred location as possible or I at least want a diagram from which to choose. AND, having chosen Open Table, it isn't obvious where to click in order to initiate an Open Table reservation. Finally, the Open Table reservation does not give the opportunity to request or decline a TV in the box. Frankly, I'll be so very surprised if upon arrival this Sunday I actually have a box reserved in my name. 4. Hire food service staff who want to be there. The staff are the most uninterested, sluggard type folks I've ever seen in a "service" establishment. I'm here to have fun and begrudging service doesn't contribute to that end. I love La Downs and hope the management will step things up a notch to try and revive interest in this track. read more

The horse races are fun! I went for the first time this year and I didn't have any idea what I was doing. The employees are helpful and help guide me. Granted, I didn't win. But I didn't lose much either. There are a lot of people there and a lot of them weren't practicing the best hygiene. read more

8-7-2020 Sat at a machine-wearing a mask-never saw a cocktail waitress-took off mask to light my cigarette-employee with agressive voice "you need to wear a mask-she quickly left. I started to light my cigarette-Hmmm-guess what? took off mask-how in the hell else can I light a smoke? Same employees came at me like a bat outta hell "Don't make me come back and tell you again-to wear a mask". The tone in her voice was threating-I quickly cashed out and left-Yep-won't ever come back. Customer Service you won't read more

Note: This review only covers the lunch buffet. Maybe hitting a casino buffet at 11:45 is just not a good idea...The folks behind the counter were super nice and friendly, but not enough to overcome the food. It's a buffet...its SYSCO products...its barely warmed over. The variety was pretty decent, with roughly five different 'ethnicities' available to the buffet browser. The pizza was straight outta cardboard. The catfish was decent, but cold. The hot station had beef brisket, but way too tough. A high note was the massive dessert counter, featuring a slice of just about any kind of baked good/ read more

THis casino seems to have very loose slots!!! It was my first time at this Casino!!! As soon as I walked in the door, and played the first slot called Secrets of the Dragon by Aristocrat, I hit the jackpot of 1,984.00!!! I immediately left after that win!!!!! I recommend playing slots at this location only!!! Customer service was also great!! read more

Louisiana Downs - First time at this Casino, I hit a Jackpot of 1,984.00!! Really good luck, and loose slot!! This slot is called Secrets of the Dragon!! - Casinos Near Me - Bossier City, Louisiana

its nice for slots and horse racing but has ZERO table games or poker. Fuddruckers inside. Buffet is decent....lots of sysco products, so dont expect anything exciting or fun...its normal golden corral buffet items. Was hoping a louisiana casino would feature soem authentic cajun food....nope... read more

Super bummed out. We came all the way from Las Vegas for the annual weener dog races and they canceled them. They didn't even announce it we had to go around and ask people. They're very unorganized. They could have just delayed the races, people travel from far away...they need to keep that in mind. We will try again next year, unless it sprinkles again...won't bother. read more

A quick turnaround visit during our GSU Homecoming trip...I lost $40 and it was the best loss ever...lol. The staff there gets a solid 10...they greeted us w massive smiles and professionalism...we never had to look around for anything...service was impeccable...#carryon read more

Very friendly employees!! Very clean casino!! Race track area was very clean! Fuddruckers inside the casino was great! read more

Whoa.... well it's a buffet. I should have known the quality of food would be a little on the "WTF is this" category. You can't compare this with Las Vegas buffets. But if your hungry and willing to eat semi edible food, as much as you want....this is the stomach ache you've been looking for. read more

I don't gamble so I can't comment on that, but the track is great. I love to go watch the horses run. They really need to learn to advertise better. Maybe then they would have bigger crowds and more bets. They have a good fudruckers and bar. Bartender is amazing, she makes her own Bloody Mary mix, I'd definitely try it. read more

This place was awesome! Me and my husband spent our 7 year anniversary here and had a great time! The staff is exceptionally outstanding! We will definitely be going back. read more

Fun time for the whole family!! Great horse racing for family, and gambling for the adults. I suggest if you are at the race track and you would like a few drinks, see Mary she makes the best Bloody Mary y'all ever taste!! read more

Love this place! The casino floor is smaller than some of the others but is very nice and the staff is attentive. Haven't been to the track yet, but it looks like a very nice facility. read more

Came here because it's where the Marvel Comics Movie Logan was filmed during the "Casino" scene lol :)

Well, I have to say, I love me some horse races! I've only had the ginormous footlong hot dog here, so I don't really know about much else besides that the beers are cheap ( for a place like this.. would be better if they were free though) and on every Thursday is dollar day! Nothing like a day at the track with cheap beers to lighten the mood! read more

We were traveling through the area and stayed at a different hotel but my husband was very hungry and saw Harrah's had a buffet. Great idea . . . NOT. When we got there it took a while to pay, and it was the seafood buffet so more $$$ We noticed it wasn't very crowded when we got inside. I always look to see what there is then make a decision on what to get. I started with a small salad and some crab and shrimp. My husband didnt' think the shrimp was cold enough and isn't a crab eater (too much work) so I convinced him to go get something else to eat. Turns out, that was a great idea! When I was done with my salad, shrimp and crab, we both got up to get food, me for my main dish and my husband for seconds and dessert. Well, to my shock, the food was all put away, the buffet was closed. Note: I paid for our dinner at 7:42pm. We also paid for a bottle of wine so it was obvious we weren't in a rush to eat. Apparently, the buffet closes at 8 and they put the food away at 8:15 (believe me, 8:15 it is GONE). I got no food other than the shrimp and crab I spoke to the manager who wanted to make it right by offering us another buffet but we were heading out in the AM We settled on a bottle of (cheap) wine but the manager gave us two If you plan on eating here, check the hours When we left, I looked around and didn't see hours posted. I believe it was up to the cashier to let us know about the closing time (but then they wouldn't have gotten my $56k) Supposedly, the waitress should have told us, but she forgot Obviously, we were pretty dissatisfied! read more