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The New Governors Grill Restaurant opens at Casino Fandango in Carson City

Casino Fandango in Carson City is excited to announce the opening of its newest dining venue, The Governors Grill. Replacing the beloved Palm Court Grill, The Governors Grill offers a fresh and innovative 24/7 dining experience, blending classic comfort with modern culinary twists.

The Governors Grill is designed to cater to guests 24/7 every day, offering more than 100 choices including some of the most popular dishes from Palm Court Grill and introducing more than 20 new options that cover breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Mornings start with favorites like the hearty Breakfast Burrito, the savory Chorizo Skillet, or the sweet and indulgent Nutella Strawberry French Toast. Lunch options include the classic Reuben Sandwich, the refreshing Cobb Salad, and the mouthwatering French Dip sliders. Dinner guests can look forward to savoring dishes such as the tender New York Steak, the Shrimp Scampi, and the classic Fisherman’s Platter.

The design of The Governors Grill creates an inviting and vibrant atmosphere. With a warm color palette, comfortable seating, and stylish accents, the restaurant provides an ideal setting for both casual dining and special occasions. The interior showcases elegant booth seating, fluted resin dividers, and wood-look porcelain tile flooring, all contributing to a sophisticated yet welcoming environment.

"We are incredibly excited to introduce The Governors Grill to our guests," said Matt Wetzell, Casino Fandango’s General Manager. "This new restaurant embodies our commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences with high-quality ingredients and innovative dishes. We look forward to welcoming everyone to enjoy the fantastic food and inviting atmosphere at The Governors Grill."

More menu highlights:
Breakfast
Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs: Angus steak with country gravy, eggs, toast, and hashbrowns.
Pulled Pork Hash: Tender pulled pork, country potatoes, onions, two eggs any style, hollandaise, served with BBQ sauce.

Classic Eggs Benedict: Toasted English muffin, Canadian bacon, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce.

Lunch
Buffalo Chicken Wrap: Hand-breaded fried chicken strips tossed in buffalo sauce, shredded lettuce, avocado, cheddar cheese, in a flour tortilla with a side of ranch dressing.

Italian Melt: Shaved ham, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, pepperoncini on grilled Parmesan bread, served with marinara sauce.

Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich: Buttermilk battered fried chicken breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pepper jack cheese, jalapeño ranch on a brioche bun.

Dinner
Prime Rib of Beef: Slow-roasted prime rib, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, served with au jus.
Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken: Hand-breaded steak or chicken breast smothered with country gravy, served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.

Grilled Salmon: Sautéed filet of Pacific salmon, jasmine rice, seasonal vegetables, and citrus butter sauce.

About Casino Fandango
Casino Fandango is the premier entertainment destination in Carson City, Nevada featuring over 700 slots, the latest table games, a sports book, five restaurants including the award-winning Duke’s Steak House and newly opened The Governors Grill, 7,000 square feet of meeting and event space, a 10-screen Galaxy theater multiplex, and a 100 room Courtyard by Marriott hotel. Casino Fandango’s proximity to a wide variety of vacation destinations, strategic location along US Highway 395, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and player-oriented approach, has allowed it to enjoy popularity with locals and visitors alike.

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