In recent years, it was used primarily for bowling, bingo and special events.īut now Casino Morongo is back in action - filled with 300 slot machines, a refurbished bar area with video poker and a new casual restaurant with classic American fare. Simon Farmer, executive director of marketing for Morongo Casino, Resort and Spa, said that while Casino Morongo is in close proximity to the larger resort, it’s not a part of it. That original casino moved its slot machines and table games out after the much larger Morongo Casino, Resort and Spa was completed in 2004.
While many Southern California Casino owners are looking to the future with elaborate expansions and new amenities, the Morongo Band of Mission Indians is also giving a big nod to its past.Īs a planned expansion is underway to Morongo Casino, Resort and Spa, the tribe has reopened the original Casino Morongo, with both facilities operating across from each other in Cabazon.
