Jan 29, 2025 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Uncategorized
Valentine’s Day dining & retail specials available Friday, February 14th
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 29, 2025) – Love is in the air at Mohegan Sun, and guests are invited to celebrate the special people in their lives with Valentine’s Day dining & retail specials across property. Specials are offered Friday, February 14th unless otherwise specified.
Todd English’s Tuscany is serving up an Italian Beef Wellington, complete with a petite filet, mascarpone mushroom duxelles, prosciutto and puff pastry, with a side of Hasselback potatoes and marsala demi-glace for $65. Lobster Pappardelle made with a 1.25-lb lazy lobster, English peas, fresh pappardelle pasta and sherry thyme cream is also available for $45.
Valentine’s Dinner at novelle from Thursday, February 13th – Sunday, February 16th is Date Night Surf & Turf: an 8 oz. certified Angus beef New York strip served with three grilled shrimp, silky Yukon mashed potatoes, broccolini, onions, mushrooms and a pepper bordelaise. Those looking to celebrate with the ladies can enjoy the Galentine’s Girl Dinner – Caesar salad, garlic Parmesan fries and the choice of either a Strawberry White Chocolate Martini or a Strawberries & Espresso Cocktail – exclusively available on Saturday, February 15th.
Over at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, guests can enjoy Crab Cakes & Sea Scallops over a bed of mixed greens and topped with a remoulade sauce for $38 and Braised Short Ribs served over mushroom risotto for $42. Dessert is a delectable Fried Ice Cream, made with vanilla ice cream coated in corn flakes and deep fried, then topped with strawberry compote, chocolate rings and whipped cream for $12.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House is preparing a lavish evening to remember. Specials include Oysters & Caviar – four local oysters, crème fraiche, passion fruit emulsion, paddlefish caviar and chive oil for $35, Roasted Oysters with charcoal butter, parsnip aioli and ponzu for $23 and Lobster Risotto with Brussels sprouts, red curry and tarragon butter for $65. Drink specials include a Chocolate Covered Cherry Martini ($16) made with Three Olives Cherry Vodka, Licor 43 and crème de cacao, a 375ml bottle of N.V. Taittinger Brut from Champagne, France ($65) and a 375ml bottle of 2022 Chateau d’Esclans ‘Whispering Angel’ Rose from Côtes de Provence, France ($35).
Next door at MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill, guests can enjoy Surf & Turf, complete with filet medallions, a 6 oz. lobster tail, Parmesan polenta, garlic Parmesan Brussels sprouts, and a bourbon peppercorn sauce for $65 and a decadent Passion Fruit Cheesecake with a chocolate crust and passion fruit coulis for $14.
Just downstairs at Sol Toro, Valentine’s Day specials include an Oaxacan Fondue Platter comprised of Mexican queso fondue, roasted meatballs, telera bread, carne asada skewers, baby potatoes and roasted vegetable brochette for $28. Other specials include Blackened Salmon Tacos with a Morita chili glaze, guacamole, pickled onions on red corn tortillas for $20 and a Passion Fruit Cheesecake topped with Hibiscus syrup and dragon fruit jam for $14. Tie the meal together with I Love You Berry Much Margaritas – matching strawberry and/or blueberry margaritas for two, made tableside for $32.
The Shops at Mohegan Sun have got the Valentine’s Day gifts covered! Guests will receive a free set of heart mugs with saucers when they spend $250 at Le Creuset now through Wednesday, February 12th, or a set of Heritage Baking Dishes if they spend $250 from Thursday, February 13th – Friday, February 28th. Lux Bond & Green has also prepared the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift guide. From elegant Roberto Coin gold heart necklaces to dazzling ruby and diamond earrings, timeless Movado watches, and Baccarat crystal champagne flutes, Lux Bond & Green offers the perfect gift for every Valentine on the list.
Those looking to fall in love with Mohegan Sun’s Valentine’s Day entertainment can check out Kelsea Ballerini with Special Guests Ashe & MaRynn Taylor at Mohegan Sun Arena at 7:00pm, The Beat Goes On – Cher Tribute at the Wolf Den at 8:00pm and Lipstick, Lashes & Lies at Comix Roadhouse at 10:00pm.
For more information about Valentine’s Day at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/valentinesday.
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, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, 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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Jan 21, 2025 | Food & Beverage, General News
Guests can dine with their favorite sweethearts at various restaurants across property
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 21, 2025) – Restaurant Week is back at Mohegan Sun, and guests are encouraged to savor the flavors of specialty menus and exclusive dining deals at an array of gourmet restaurants, bistros and casual hot spots!
BALLO Italian Restaurant | Four Course Meal | $75 per person
First Course (guest’s choice)
- Caesar Salad topped with Focaccia croutons, Parmigiano meatballs and mozzarella
- Meatballs with mozzarella, pecorino, pomodoro and basil
- Caprese – mozzarella, tomatoes and basil, topped with aged balsamic
Second Course (guest’s choice)
- Torchio Black Truffle served with Parmesan cream
- Spaghetti Fennel Sausage with spinach, hot peppers and pomodoro rossa
- Penne Primavera served with brown rice penne, artichoke hearts, cured tomato, broccolini, basil, pecorino, garlic and olive oil
Third course (guest’s choice)
- Pork chop served with hot pepper romesco, fingerling potatoes and watercress
- Chicken Scallopini served with baby spinach, fingerlings, chicken sumo Fresno chili and sage
- Salmon served with Fava bean ragu, potatoes, roasted tomatoes, spinach and gremolata
- Prawns Broiled served with Oreganata butter, spinach, garlic and lemon
Fourth Course
- Dessert tasting of Cannoli, lemon cake and tiramisu
Those who dine with BALLO Italian Restaurant during Restaurant Week will also receive Toasted Focaccia for the table, served with herb butter and olive oil.
Ben & Jerry’s
- Sweetheart Sundae ($9.99) – chocolate or strawberry ice cream, strawberry sauce, whipped cream and heart-shaped sprinkles
- Peppermint Milkshake ($10.25) – mint chocolate chip ice cream, crushed candy canes, whipped cream and topped with crushed candy canes
Bobby’s Burger Palace
- Chicago Burger ($10) – topped with American cheese, Chicago relish and celery salt
- Cherry Blossom Shake ($10)
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
The legendary Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana is offering $15 off any purchase of $50 or more. Guests must mention the Restaurant Week special to receive the discount.
Jasper White’s Summer Shack | Three Course Meal | $62 per person
First Course (guest’s choice)
- Mixed Greens Salad with House Vinaigrette
- Cup of Chowder (either creamy New England clam or spicy Bermuda fish and crab)
- Three Premium Oysters on a half shell with cocktail sauce and mignonette
- Three Cocktail Shrimp with cocktail sauce and remoulade
Second Course (guest’s choice)
- One Pound Pan-Roasted Lobster served with butter, bourbon, white wine, chervil, shallots and corn on the cob
- Baked Stuffed Shrimp filled with lobster and crab stuffing, jasmine rice and lobster sauce
- Grilled New York Strip Steak served with garlic broccoli, mashed potatoes and peppercorn cream sauce
Third Course
This three-course meal is available for dine-in only. No substitutions and the special may not be combined with other discounts.
MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill
- Slide Platter ($23) – Black and Blue, Mini Mike and Maple Bacon sliders served with fries
- The Power Forward ($49) – garlic bread, BBQ chicken spring rolls, onion rings, a pound of chicken wings, and a choice of sauce
Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook
- New Orleans-Style Jambalaya ($20) – served with house-made cornbread
- This special comes with a Voodoo Violet cocktail, made with Woodford Reserve, sour, blackberry and ginger beer
novelle
- Strawberry White Chocolate Martini ($18) – Waypoint Vanila Vodka, Fruitful Mixology Strawberry Liqueur and Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur
- Strawberry & Espresso Cocktail ($18) – Baileys Strawberry & Cream Liqueur and fresh espresso
- Surf & Turf ($48) – 8 oz. certified Angus beef New York strip steak served with silky Yukon mashed potatoes, three grilled shrimp, broccolini, onions, mushrooms and pepper bordelaise. *Special offered Thursday, February 13th – Sunday, February 16th.
Sol Toro
- Slider Plate ($20) – Beef barbacoa, Mexicali Chicken, cochinita and birria sliders. Served with potato rolo and Chihuahua cheese
- Enchilada Combo ($24) – Chicken, beef barbacoa and steak. Served with salsa verde, salsa roja, Monterrey cheese sauce, cilantro and pico de gallo
- Ginger Tequila Punch ($20) – Shareable cocktail for two! Includes honey, ginger, tequila and fresh juices
Sushi Koya | Two Course Meal | $30 Per Person
First Course (guest’s selection)
- Dinosaur Eggs – Spicy tuna wrapped in avocado
- Sushi Appetizer – Five pieces of raw fish (Chef’s choice) with rice
- Kani Salad – Kani, cucumber, tobiko, tempura crunch and spicy mayo
Second Course (guest’s choice)
- Dancing Eel – Spicy lobster topped with eel, avocado and kabayaki sauce
- Black Samurai – Spicy tuna and avocado topped with black pepper tuna, scallion, tobiko, kabayaki sauce
- Mermaid – Kano, shrimp and avocado topped with seared spicy salmon, tobiko, spicy mayo
- Koya Roll – Shrimp tempura and cucumber topped with spicy tuna, kabayaki sauce, tobiko
- Volcano Roll – Spicy tuna, cucumber, avocado and tempura crunch with kabayaki sauce, spicy mayo
- Salmon Lover – Spicy salmon and mango with spicy mayo sauce and crunch
No substitutions. May not be combined with other discounts. Dine-in only.
TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge
- Dry-Aged Steak ($120) – 45-day dry-aged New York strip steak, soy butter, Thai chimichurri, gochujang wok potatoes *Available 5:00pm – close; Monday February 10th – Wednesday, February 12th
The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House
- Irish Trio ($36) – House-made shepherd’s pie, corned beef and cabbage, banger sausage, soda bread
- Corned Beef & Cabbage Springs Rolls ($16) – Corned beef, cabbage, carrots, Swiss cheese, Thousand Island dressing
- Irish Flight ($16)
Todd English’s Tuscany | Three Course Meal | $60 Per Person
- First Course – Endive & Radicchio Salad topped with poached pears, walnuts, Gorgonzola cheese and a blood orange vinaigrette
- Second Course – Cherry Balsamic Duck Ragu, served with fresh pappardelle pasta and crispy duck skin cracklings
- Third Course – Red Velvet Panna Cotta, served with Baileys Irish Cream chocolate sauce and fresh berries
For more information about Restaurant Week at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/restaurant-week.
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, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, 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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Jul 22, 2024 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Tickets on-sale now
WHAT: Guests can enjoy an unforgettable night at novelle on Friday, August 9th as a special edition of Toast with the Host featuring Mezcalum is set to take place.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, August 9th
8:00pm – 10:00pm
novelle
IN DETAIL: Guests can indulge in an evening that promises to delight their senses as a special edition of Toast with the Host, featuring the dynamic trio behind Mezcalum Mezcal: Erin Lichy, Abe Lichy and Chris Roth as they take over novelle. Each guest will receive a complimentary Mezcalum cocktail upon arrival, crafted to highlight the unique qualities of this exquisite spirit.
Guests can join novelle for a night of elegance, charm and delightful mezcal cocktails that will leave them with incredible memories. Throughout the event, guests will get a chance to engage with Erin, Abe and Chris, and hear fascinating stories from their diverse professional backgrounds. Raise a glass and toast to an extraordinary evening at Mohegan Sun!
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend this event. Tickets are on-sale now and can be purchased via ticketmaster.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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Dec 21, 2023 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 21, 2023)– Mohegan Sun has officially been named “Best Casino with Live Entertainment” in the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice awards. Nominees for this contest are editorially driven with contributions from a panel of travel experts. The final list is determined by Newsweek editors, and then a public vote occurred during the month of December.
“We are honored to be named ‘Best Casino with Live Entertainment’ by Newsweek,” said Tom Cantone, President of Sports & Entertainment for Mohegan. “This is another acknowledgement and recognition of the men and women who work nonstop every day to be the best in the country. They are the reason Mohegan’s entertainment brand is consistently named #1 and is celebrated by guests and artists worldwide.”
Mohegan Sun’s award-winning, 10,000 seat Arena is a leader in the entertainment business, hosting headlining performers like Billy Joel, Fleetwood Mac, Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Beyoncé, Thomas Rhett, Ariana Grande, and countless others. Exciting acts scheduled for Mohegan Sun Arena in 2024 include Dancing With The Stars, 311, Tom Segura, Nelly, Jo Koy, Bert Kreischer, NF, and Avenged Sevenfold. Matt Rife also stops at Mohegan Sun Arena in February 2024 with a record-breaking and unprecedented five-show run.
Major sporting events, including championship boxing, MMA, professional wrestling, college and professional basketball have also found a home at Mohegan Sun. Additionally, Mohegan Sun Arena is home to WNBA powerhouse, the Connecticut Sun, who just announced their 2024 season schedule.
Located in the center of the action in Casino of the Earth, the 300-seat Wolf Den offers free, weekly entertainment for guests 21 years of age and over. Guests can enjoy full beverage service, a state-of-the-art sound system, intimate seating and top performances by entertainers from almost every musical genre with no cover charge and no minimum. The Wolf Den has hosted acts such as Ludacris, Marshall Tucker Band, Big Bad VooDoo Daddy, Run-D.M.C, Salt-N-Pepa, Chubby Checker and more.
Mohegan Sun has received additional, entertainment focused, year-end honors that include a “Best Live Music Venue in Connecticut” award from The New London Day and a “Best Casino Venue” nomination from Pollstar. In its history, Mohegan Sun has won 19 national entertainment-focused awards. The OLG Stage at sister property Fallsview Casino Resort, located in Niagara Falls, ON, was also nominated in the “Casino of the Year – Arena” category at the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards.
Guests can find additional electrifying live entertainment across property, including at novelle, Comix Roadhouse, Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, and The Cabaret Theatre. For the full lineup, 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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Nov 7, 2023 | Food & Beverage, General News, Travel & Leisure
The Shaken or Stirred Hotel Package is a new package available at Mohegan Sun, which includes an overnight stay and a $150 credit for novelle
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 7, 2023) Mohegan Sun is home to two luxurious hotel towers, including the 34-story Sky Tower that overlooks the Thames River and 
southeastern Connecticut countryside. There are currently a variety of sensational hotel packages available for guests, with the latest being the Shaken or Stirred Hotel Package, themed around episode two of Mohegan’s original digital TV series, “Back of House,” airing now.
This package allows travelers to book an overnight stay that comes with a $150.00 dining and drink credit for use at Mohegan Sun’s premium lounge, novelle, where they can enjoy cocktails, delicious bites and gaming.
For more information and how to book the Shaken or Stirred Hotel Package, click HERE.
Launched on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, and airing every Wednesday at 7:30pm EDT through November 15th, Mohegan Sun’s award-winning original online TV series, “Back of House,” is currently in its 7th season. The show peels the curtain back to give viewers a glimpse of how Mohegan Sun’s hardest-working team members sync together to create a symphony of hospitality.
This was evident in episode two, “Shaken or Stirred,” where Mohegan Sun’s Director of Fine Dining, Chris Greaney, organizes a “Spirit Spotlight” cocktail contest. Competitors included mixologists from three Mohegan Sun fine dining attractions, including TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge, Todd English’s Tuscany and novelle – where the competition occurred. The only requirement was for each mixologist to base their drink idea on Patrón Tequila! The winning cocktail, the “Amber Maize,” skillfully prepared by top bartenders in this year’s competition, is now available at novelle. Guests taking advantage of the Shaken or Stirred package can use their dining credit on this winning drink! Visit BackofHouse.TV to watch this fun episode.
Mohegan Sun regularly offers hotel packages for exciting entertainment inside Mohegan Sun Arena and other award-winning venues. The current lineup of entertainment-focused hotel packages include:
- The Tool Friday and Saturday Hotel Entertainment Packages, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to the Tool concert at Mohegan Sun Arena on November 10 or 11, 2023 and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
- The Dave Matthews Band Monday and Tuesday Hotel Entertainment Packages, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to see Dave Matthews Band at Mohegan Sun Arena on November 13 or 14, 2023 and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
- The Deon Cole Hotel Entertainment Package, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to see Deon Cole at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, December 2, 2023 and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
- The Bret Michaels Hotel Package, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to the Bret Michaels concert at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, December 16, 2023 and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
- The Matt Rife Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Entertainment Packages, featuring an overnight stay, two premium tickets to Matt Rife at Mohegan Sun Arena on February 22nd, 23rd, 24th, or 25th and a $25 credit to Arena concessions.
To view all Mohegan Sun hotel packages, including the Family Fun-For-All Hotel Package, visit mohegansun.com/hotel-spa-and-golf/special-packages.html
ABOUT BACK OF HOUSE
“Back of House” swings the doors of hospitality and entertainment wide open. It is a trailblazing all-access pass to the action behind the action at one of the world’s largest integrated casino resort destinations, Mohegan Sun. Enjoy following fun, dedicated resort employees as they navigate obstacles and challenges in their quests to make each guest’s stay a perfect getaway experience. For more information, visit backofhouse.tv where you can also book a room, buy show tickets, gift cards, Mohegan Sun merchandise, and even check out careers with Mohegan Sun.
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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