Resorts World New York City is preparing to break ground on an expansion that will reshape the gaming landscape in Queens. For years, the property has ranked among the busiest racinos in the country, yet it has lacked the table games that define a full casino experience. That gap is set to close, and the ripple effects will be felt far beyond the casino floor.
From Racino to Full Casino
The current model leans on slots and video lottery terminals. Those machines keep the building buzzing, but they also send table game players to Atlantic City, Pennsylvania, or Connecticut. Construction on the expansion aims to reverse that habit by adding live dealers, poker rooms, and traditional pits. For city residents, it means a genuine casino night without the need for a highway trip…