Hastings Racecourse & Casino — Attraction in Vancouver

6 of us went to Silks on the 12th of October, (Sunday). The food was good, the waiter, Bill, was excellent. Fraser, a slightly elderly gentleman, who gave us his selection of pics on a self made newspaper for free, was fun, and very informative for any questions about horses and betting, and he was sitting on a table near the betting booths.with all his computers etc on the table with him.. When we first arrived, I sat at the table drinking an average Caesar, (bartender was OK, but not exceptional), making my pics for the 7 races that day,while the other 5 of our entourage went to the casinos, as the races did not start for another hour. My wife an I have a limit of $20 if you go to the slots. My wife came back with $62, so she won $42. Two watched and did not gamble. One lost $40, but his wife won $119. (she always wins, but has a technique my wife and I do not have, and that is why we limit to $20). I listened to Fraser on the 1st bet and won, $9.40 on a 1 dollar box, but then Fraser did not come through, but that was OK, as I only lost $6 after 3 hours of racing, (races every 20 minutes), as I bet $2 per race for the 7 races. We did not have a buffet, and although the food selection looked very good there was too much food, and the price was $30 per person, which is overpriced. The place would rock if White Spot got involved. I should mention too, that the chairs are all new, and very comfy, and each table has a TV, so the 3 guys were able to watch football, (Sunday) between races and pic selections. Our friends ordered off the menu, and it was OK. My wife and I had the fan appreciation turkey sandwich, with cut fries for $5, and it was very good, but we had to go to the serious gamblers section two floors below to order and pick up our boxed meal, and our waiter Bill, was not overly impressed, but he got his comeuppance when we got our invoice, as the 10% discount we would get with our gamblers card, (free-just ask front desk) did not apply to meals ordered outside Silks restaurant. Fraser told us he will take you down to the horses to view them 1st hand and receive some fun info. About Fraser; I did bet on my own expertise on one race (6th and second last), and was a nose away from winning over $200 on a $4 bet. Overall, a great fun experience with good friends, and a fantastic view out the...

Fun little race track for horses. The big issue here small fields per race. Often there is less than 6 horses in any given race.

Hastings Racecourse is Vancouver's longest continuously used professional sports facility, having opened for business in 1889. It has a rich history, originally known as Exhibition Park Racetrack. Some notable events include being the first track in Canada to use an electric starting gate in 1939 and housing Japanese Canadians before internment during World War 2.

Today, Hastings Racecourse features live thoroughbred horse racing in the spring, summer and fall seasons. In addition to the racing, there are nearly 450 slot machines on site as well as several dining options.

For dining, Silks Buffet is located on the upper level and is perfect for groups watching the races. It offers delicious buffet-style food on race days in an exciting atmosphere. Carvery buffets are also available for $40. Jerome's Restaurant provides a more casual pub setting with food, drinks and simulcast horse racing screens, so it is often open beyond just race days. Additional hot dog and burger vendors, depending on the day, are scattered around the grounds.  For a very good but inexpensive hot dog try the little takeout stand beside the paddocks.  FYI the fries suck.

On the first Monday of August each year, the track hosts BC Cup Day, which features six top-class races. In September, the British Columbia Oaks and Derby races are held here for prestigious 3-year-old thoroughbreds.

While Hastings Racecourse has been a Vancouver institution for over 130 years due to its rich history and entertainment offerings, one downside is the quality of the races has declined from its’ golden age in the 1980s. Overall though, it remains a fun place to spend a day at the races, try your luck at the slots, and enjoy the various dining options. Its status as the city's longest continuously used professional sports facility is a testament to its...

I recently visited Hastings Racecourse & Casino and had a great experience. The casino offers a wide variety of games, including slots, table games, and poker, so there's something for everyone. The atmosphere is lively and exciting, with plenty of energy and excitement throughout the casino.

One of the highlights of my visit was the horse racing. The racecourse is well-designed and offers excellent views of the track. The races themselves are exciting and fast-paced, and the staff does an excellent job of keeping the crowd engaged and informed throughout the races.

The food and beverage options at Hastings Racecourse & Casino are also great. The casino and racecourse are both well-maintained and clean, which is important to me. The staff is also professional and courteous, and I appreciate their dedication to providing a top-notch experience for visitors.

Overall, I highly recommend Hastings Racecourse & Casino to anyone looking for a fun and exciting day or night out. Whether you're interested in horse racing, casino gaming, or just good food and drinks, Hastings Racecourse & Casino has something...