ROHNERT PARK, CA – Graton Resort & Casino will debut the next phase of its $1 billion expansion on May 4, introducing new dining, entertainment and gaming experiences. The new offerings will include a collection of original food and beverage concepts led by award-winning chef Roy Ellamar and VP of Culinary Operations Jennifer Murphy-Ellamar, highlighted by the resort’s first rooftop restaurant, a sports bar, and an artisanal doughnut and dessert shop. Also debuting is a new 144,000 sq. ft., fully non-smoking gaming floor.
The expansion positions Graton as a culinary destination for Northern California, blending chef-driven dining with an extensive wine program that celebrates the surrounding region. Later this year, the resort will debut additional food and beverage concepts and a new nightlife experience, followed by the opening of a new hotel tower with 200 guest rooms and an adults-only pool in 2027.
“Graton’s expansion marks a defining milestone for the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria and our entire community,” said Greg Sarris, Tribal Chairman. “We’re bringing new ideas and experiences to the region that showcase the incredible culinary talent, local ingredients and sense of place that define Sonoma County. This growth creates hundreds of local jobs and reinforces our long-term commitment to building a world-class destination that gives back to the region that has supported us.”
The May 4 opening will introduce three new venues that mark a significant evolution of the resort’s food and beverage portfolio: AYA, Playbook Sports Bar, and SoCo Dough Co…