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Mohegan After Dark: Unique Nightlife Experience Features Lucky’s Lounge, The Dubliner and Ultra 88

The nightlife at Mohegan Sun has evolved from gaming, concerts, sports, shopping and dining into Mohegan After Dark, an $8 million, 22,000 square-foot complex that features three individually-themed lounges, bars and nightclub – Lucky’s Lounge, The Dubliner and Ultra 88 Nightclub.  Located along The Shops at Mohegan Sun and owned and operated by The Lyons Group of Boston, Massachusetts, Mohegan After Dark is a one-of-a-kind destination for evening entertainment in Connecticut. The complex accommodates 8-800 people and is open daily.  It is also available for private functions with a full catering menu.  Lucky’s Lounge is the East Coast’s first Las Vegas-style restaurant and lounge; The Dubliner is an authentic Irish pub; and Ultra 88 Nightclub is one of Connecticut’s most exclusive nightclubs with VIP seating & bottle service throughout.

Lucky’s Lounge
Reminiscent of classic 1950’s Las Vegas, Lucky’s Lounge is a throwback to the era of Fedora hats, fountain drinks and The Rat Pack.  Its retro atmosphere makes Lucky’s the East Coast’s first Las Vegas-style restaurant and bar featuring New York style pizza and a variety of delectable martinis and specialty drinks. 

A cozy fireplace and comfortable sofas greet visitors at the door.  The lounge area opens up to the dining room which is dressed with black and silver trim tables accented with red candles and flecks of silver.  The bar is shaped like an artist’s palette with more than 40 seats for drinks and dining.  Families are welcome until 9:00 pm before the restaurant and bar becomes 21 years of age and over.

Lucky’s can accommodate 220 people for lunch and dinner. The full-service menu includes appetizers, pizzas, grinders, salads and desserts.  Red and white 18” pizzas are offered.  Guests can create a pizza or try one of the specialties such as the BBQ Chicken or Margherita pie. 
Lucky’s Lounge is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:30am until 1:00am and Friday and Saturday from 11:30am to 2:00am.   The restaurant also serves pizza by the slice, and take-out service is available 7 days a week.  Every day there is something going on at Lucky’s Lounge including karaoke and dance parties! Call 860.862.LUCK for more information.

The Dubliner
Designed by Anne Browne, a native of Longford, Ireland and owner of Bar None Designs in Ontario, Canada, The Dubliner is an authentic Irish pub. 

At the pub’s entrance, rich colors, decorative metalwork and an impressive hand-carved sign invite guests to experience a bit of Ireland in Uncasville, Connecticut.  The striking black and gold facade with its hand-carved corbels and decorative metal-work offer a welcoming haven for concert-goers, hotel guests, shoppers and conference attendees. Inside, beautiful Irish-made furniture, traditional wood flooring, a cozy fireplace, pictures, hand-painted wall hangings and Celtic imagery remind guests of the pub’s Irish theme.  The nooks and niches throughout the pub also provide an element of privacy and intimacy that is indicative of an authentic Irish Pub. 

One of the more notable design features is the oval-shaped dance floor; the traditional slate flooring mixed with rich velour fabrics is a perfect example of the seamless mix of traditional and contemporary designs.   The area can be curtained off to create a private zone or left open for dancing.  The unusual metalwork that suspends the curtains is adorned with Celtic symbols to give it a mystical feel.

The Dubliner’s emphasis on craftsmanship is portrayed in the impressive 45-foot long mahogany bar, which boasts a 1.25” thick, solid mahogany counter top.  The back bar is beautifully crafted with hand-carved wood corbels adding to the fine detail.  The custom designed stained glass and huge central mirror add to the bar’s unique design.

The pub accommodates 170 people for lunch & dinner feasts of traditional Irish dishes such as Corned Beef & Cabbage, “Shin & Guinness” (classic Irish beef stew) and Bangers and Champ.  Live entertainment on Thursday nights includes acoustic shows, comedy and rock bands, along with $3 draft specials. 

The Dubliner is open Sunday-Thursday 12:00pm to 1:00am and Friday and Saturday from 12:00pm to 2:00am.  Every day there is something going on at The Dubliner including trivia night, dance parties, and live entertainment! Call 860.862.5831 for more information.

Ultra 88 Nightclub
The spectacular design and exciting nightlife atmosphere of the Ultra 88 Nightclub is a first in Connecticut.  Designed by Mark Ottmann Design of Boston, it features a grand archway entrance and a plush red carpet runway surrounded by black marble. The interior features rich mahogany tones and zebra prints encased in red velour drapery.

But the focal point of the nightclub is a 420 square-foot dance floor where VIP seating abounds.  Access to the VIP seating is available with the purchase of a bottle of liquor that comes on a silver platter accompanied by an assortment of mixers served by a personal server. 

The grand VIP suite offers guests the opportunity to either close the plush red velvet drapes for privacy or the opaque drapes to create a sense of mystery.  It includes a bathroom, wet bar, T-1 line for Internet access, LCD video screen and personal server.

For extra space or private parties, Ultra 88 Night Club offers another room that may accommodate up to 100 people.  It features an interactive dance floor and plush seating.

Ultra 88 Nightclub accommodates 460 people, and the entrance fee is $10 on Fridays & $20 on Saturdays.  Nightly entertainment will include a variety of Top 40 and dance music from a state-of the-art sound system.  Hours of operation are: A themed party the last Thursday of every month 9:00pm to 1:00am, Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00pm to 2:00am.

About The Lyons Group
Patrick T. Lyons and Edward J. Sparks founded the Lyons Group in 1981 with a leveraged buy-out of a night club called “Boston Boston,” which had gross revenues of less than two million dollars.  It is currently known as “Avalon”.  Over the past twenty-one years, the organization has experienced extraordinary growth.  What began as one club has now expanded to over 15 night club facilities and four restaurants, employing over 1,500 full and part-time employees.