Oct 10, 2024 | Employment, Food & Beverage, General News
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 10, 2024) – The Shed Restaurant, officially opened on Wednesday, October 9th in Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Earth, across from Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana. This new offering is the brainchild of co-founders John Tunney & John Rieger from BALLO Italian Restaurant.
“Over the last few years, we’ve been working really hard to grow our non-gaming business throughout our property with new restaurants and creating immersive dining experiences,” said Jeff Hamilton, president and general manager of Mohegan Sun. “I believe when The Shed opens, people are going to want to come here to visit The Shed, not come to Mohegan Sun and eat there because they happen to be here. As we choose food & beverage operators and as we open new restaurants that is always our goal – to put a great restaurant inside of a great property.”
“We spent time in Long Island at the other Shed Restaurant locations and we got really excited about how they deliver food that is comfortable and casual, but they do it with the same quality we’ve all come to love from BALLO. When we think about great service and tenant operations, BALLO is always top of mind. They’ve really become a staple at Mohegan Sun, and we’re excited to watch The Shed do this as well.”
“It’s a real honor for us to open another restaurant here at Mohegan Sun,” said John Tunney, co-founder of The Shed Restaurant. “We’ve been here with BALLO for about 15 years, and we have the privilege of operating inside of a property that is really second to none. We’d like to thank the Mohegan Tribal Council, Mohegan Sun’s executive team, the engineering team, the retail leasing department, and every other department we have worked with – it has been a harmonious experience. We enjoy the like-mindedness between our businesses and this jewel of a company. We’ve wanted to build a second restaurant for a long time, and we’re happy that day is finally here.”
The Shed Restaurant has created more than 100 new jobs, including a culinary team led by Chef Roberto Baez. Chef Roberto’s menu offers a bright take on American comfort food and features a robust list of specialty brunch, lunch and dinner menu items — from the indulgent to the healthful – with the full menu available all day. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available, and many menu items can be customized to be a vegan dish, making The Shed Restaurant the only restaurant at the property to offer vegan dining. The Shed’s enticing brunch, lunch & dinner menus are only made better by the ultra-friendly team and rustic beach-chic ambiance that incorporates warm textured woods, pops of color and intriguing works of art.
Local contractors involved in the project include electric work by Native Sons Ltd., based in Plainville, CT and interior design and architecture completed by id3a, based in Glastonbury, CT.
The Shed is an 8,785 square-foot space, complete with a 2,150 square-foot dining area, and a 3,150 square-foot scratch kitchen plus walk-in units. The space seats 205 guests, including 11 seats at a full bar. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis with the ability to join a text-based waitlist at the door.
The Shed Restaurant was established in 2017, and the Mohegan Sun location joins sister locations in Huntington, NY, West Sayville, NY, Plainview, NY and Westbury, NY. For more information about The Shed Restaurant and other dining offerings at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/dining.
Photos from yesterday’s ribbon cutting ceremony are available here.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Mar 21, 2024 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis; Late Night shows to Feature Weekend Headliners like Wicked Peach, Mystic Dead, and more!
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 21, 2024) –– The legendary Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun is introducing a new late-night entertainment series! This Spring, performers are playing two exciting, free, live shows at 8:00pm and 10:30pm. Located in Casino of the Earth, the Wolf Den also features full beverage service, a state-of-the-art sound system, and intimate seating.
“These new late night Wolf Den concerts, where great local or touring acts will play two back-to-back concerts, will now be featured on select Friday or Saturday nights,” -said Greg Romeyn, Director of Sports & Entertainment for Mohegan. “When the Wolf Den is rocking, it elevates the energy throughout our Casino of the Earth and these late-night shows will do just that. Adding some 10:30pm shows also provide our guests an extra opportunity to see some talented bands.”
March Entertainment:
Wicked Peach
Saturday, March 23rd | 8:00pm | 10:30pm
Wicked Peach is this area’s ultimate Rock Cover Band and is a staple on the southeastern New England music scene. With Ernie Lewis on Lead Vocals / Guitar, Dan Watson on Lead Guitar / Vocals, Stan Smith on Bass Guitar and Jonathan Souza on Drums, Wicked Peach continues to rock the house night after night!
The Mallet Brothers Band
Friday, March 29th | 8:00pm | 10:30pm
The Mallett Brothers Band is an Independent Rock and Roll / Americana / Country band from Maine. Their busy tour schedule since forming in 2009 has helped them to build a dedicated fanbase across the U.S. and beyond while still calling the state of Maine their home. With a style that ranges from Alt-Country to Americana, Country, Jam and Roots Rock, theirs is a musical melting pot that’s influenced equally by the singer/songwriter tradition as by harder Rock, Classic Country, and Psychedelic sounds.
April Entertainment:
The 60’s Explosion Show
Saturday, April 6th | 8:00pm | 10:30pm
Take the journey with the 60’s Explosion Show! It’s not just the best Pop music of the ages, but a true dance and party experience with all the sound effects. The 60’s Explosion Show will blow you away!
Alter Ego
Friday, April 12th | 8:00pm | 10:30pm
After 20 years, the Alter Ego Party Band is known as a high energy Rock band for any event, covering the best of the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, and various styles of Dance music that will keep you on your feet all night long! Incredible female and male vocalists front an amazingly talented line-up of accomplished musicians who are sure to entertain all ages!
Don’t Tell Lisa
Saturday, April 13th | 8:00pm | 10:30pm
Don’t Tell Lisa is a local Dance Party band out of New London County, CT with over four decades of your favorite Dance party hits!
Mystic Dead
Saturday, April 20th | 8:00pm | 10:30pm
In 2018, a group of musicians got together once a month at the Captain Daniel Packer Inne in Mystic, CT. It turned out to be a seriously good time that translated to more shows, more fun, and Mystic Dead was born. The 6-member group takes deep dives into all things Grateful Dead coupled by the freedom to remain true to their own creative individuality.
Guests must be 21+ to enter the Wolf Den. Guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Come early as limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. One person can hold four spots in line, but seats will only be given to those present at the time of seating.
For additional information regarding the Wolf Den, visit the Mohegan Sun website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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May 11, 2023 | Breaking News, Gaming, General News, Jackpots, Uncategorized
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 11, 2023) – Ocala, FL resident Roland L. hit the Straight Flush Caribbean Stud Jackpot for $175,049 on Sunday, May 7th at Mohegan Sun. Two days later, East Haven, CT resident Giuseppe B. hit the Double Diamond Spanish-21 Jackpot for $223,559 on Tuesday, May 9th. Both wins resulted in the guests taking home a combined total of $398,608 cash!
Visiting from Florida on business, Roland was playing at a Caribbean Stud Poker table when he hit the Straight Flush Jackpot. Visiting from East Haven, Giuseppe was playing at a Spanish-21 table when he hit the Double Diamond jackpot. Both of these jackpots were won near the Wolf Den in Casino of the Earth, which is home to more than 2,000 slot machines, over 150 table games, and the Hall of the Lost Tribes, a fully enclosed room with over 600 slots and a Poker Room.
To learn more on all that Mohegan Sun has to offer, visit mohegansun.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Sep 8, 2022 | Community Relations, General News, Sports, Sports Betting
With a location in The Shops at Mohegan Sun and across from the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, Lids at Mohegan Sun will offer sports fans the latest headwear, apparel & sports memorabilia
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 8, 2022) – Lids, the leader and largest licensed sports retailer in North America, is proud to announce its debut of two locations at Mohegan Sun. Guests can grab the latest jersey or hat for their favorite teams in The Shops at Mohegan Sun or conveniently across from the 11,000 square-foot Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook. Both locations will carry highly coveted on-field sports fashion and streetwear.
“Lids has become a premier retailer specializing in hats, jerseys, memorabilia and other fan-favorite sports merchandise and we’re really thrilled to partner with them by way of two locations now open at Mohegan Sun” said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. We are especially excited about the Lids location across from our popular 11,000 square-foot Sportsbook which features the largest video wall on the East Coast, as fans can now easily shop the latest hats, merchandise, and apparel of their favorite teams just before or after catching a game.”
Sports fans will find the latest and greatest from New Era, Nike, 47, Mitchell & Ness, and much more in both outlets. Lids at Mohegan Sun specializes in a range of popular head ware though sports memorabilia, throwback jerseys, and the ability to customize apparel to your favorite team, player, or city will also be available.
Through the power of Mohegan Sun’s Momentum Program, members can also use Momentum Dollars towards their hall-of-fame purchases at both Lids locations. Guests 21+ can sign up for Mohegan Sun’s Momentum Rewards by visiting any Player’s Club booth on property to sign up for a free personalized account. From there, guests can start earning Momentum Dollars + other perks right away. Additional details are available at mohegansun.com/momentum
Store hours at the Lids in Casino of the Sky will be Sunday 10:00am – 8:00pm, Monday – Thursday 10:00am – 9:00pm, and Friday– Saturday 10:00am – 10:00pm. The Casino of the Earth location will be open with similar hours though closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Both locations are currently running a buy one, get one 50% off promo for most merchandise in store.
ABOUT LIDS:
Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico through almost 1,200 retail locations. Indianapolis-based Lids Sports Group carries officially licensed and branded gear aimed at empowering customers to represent their unique and individual style, team, passion and fun. Lids Sports Group operates stores under the Lids, Locker Room by Lids, Fanzz, Yankees Clubhouse Shops, Dodgers Clubhouse, Cardinals Clubhouse, and numerous other nameplates.
Visit Lids on Instagram (@lids), Facebook (@lids), Twitter (@lids), or LinkedIn.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jul 26, 2022 | Breaking News, Gaming, General News, Jackpots, Uncategorized
UNCASVILLE, CT (July 26, 2022) –Southington, CT resident Alvin Ennis hit the Royal Flush Jackpot for $239,023 on Monday, July 25th at Mohegan Sun.
Visiting from Southington, Ennis was playing at a Mississippi Stud table when he hit the Royal Flush Jackpot. Located in Casino of the Earth, which is home to more than 2,000 slot machines, over 150 table games, and the Hall of the Lost Tribes, a fully enclosed room with over 600 slots and a Poker Room.
To learn more about all that Mohegan Sun has to offer, visit our website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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