Turtle Creek Casino And Hotel FAQs. Is there a buffet in Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel? Yes, guests can enjoy buffet-style eating at the newly renovated Seasons. They offer a breakfast buffet from 7 A.M. And a dinner buffet from 4 P.M. Is Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel open all day? Yes, the Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel is. Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel offers the perfect northern Michigan getaway with a 56,000-square-foot casino floor, contemporary accommodations, and endless dining options, from a high-end steakhouse to a casual buffet. Explore Traverse City by day, and then play the night away at northern Michigan’s most popular casino.

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Jan. 15, 2016

A SURE BET

The calm, elegant interior, cozy fireplace and unobtrusive wait staff at Bourbon’s 72 stand in sharp contrast to the 56,000 square feet of bright lights, chiming bells and bustling activity just outside its doors. Located inside Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel in Williamsburg, the restaurant has been in operation since 2008, but many northern Michigan residents don’t have it on their radars unless they’re gamers. For anyone who appreciates high-quality, classic steakhouse cuisine, it’s a missed opportunity. Bourbon’s 72’s hand-cut steaks and chops, as well as premium seafood, are just the beginning of the creatively presented and mouthwatering food coming out of the kitchen.

Presiding over that kitchen since the restaurant opened in 2008 is chef de cuisine Del Edwards. His core staff of five is backed by a 30-member main kitchen brigade that makes all of the stocks and soups, as well as facilitating the casino’s Seasons Buffet café and serving meals for up to 300 people every day in the employee restaurant.

BACK TO THE FUTURE

Food and beverage director Richard Hamper oversees restaurant and bar operations for both Turtle Creek and the Leelanau Sands Casino north of Suttons Bay. A trained chef, Hamper has experience in everything from back of the house to front of the house — and now, administration. He’s excited about the new phase Bourbon’s 72 will enter in 2016.

“We have a major renovation coming up this spring,” he said. “This is a good space, but it has already become outdated and needs more than just a facelift. We’ll be basically gutting it and redoing everything from A to Z. In addition to reconfiguring the dining room, we’ll be extending the back area for an open kitchen presentation and a chef ’s counter with seating for six to eight. And we will finally expand to the outside with a three-season dining area — something I’ve wanted to do since I arrived here.”

The project is slated to begin in March and be completed by June.

A new bar at the front of the restaurant will also be part of the remodel.

“It will have a Cruvinet wine dispensing system, allowing us to offer some higher-end wines by the glass,” said Hamper. “We will also have a more substantial and sophisticated wine list featuring local, domestic and imported bottles, and the proper temperature- and humiditycontrolled storage units to store them in.”

More good news for wine lovers: “Typically, restaurants have a 100 percent markup on their wines,” said Hamper, “but none of the bottles on our wine list are marked up more than 50 percent. By being a part of the casino, we have the opportunity to be more affordable.”

However, wine was not the inspiration for this restaurant. Its name came from its location on M-72 and its original concept as a steakhouse featuring various bourbons, not only to be served as beverages, but also to be incorporated into the menu as sauces, marinades, desserts and more.

“We have done that all along, of course, but for a while, the restaurant kind of lost its identity,” said Hamper. “We’re bringing it back now. Once we reopen with the new bar, we will have a huge emphasis on quality, topshelf bourbons.”

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

As for the menu, Hamper said that, aside from seasonal changes, “we’re going to stay with the classic steakhouse model, with some contemporary twists, because that has worked very well for us. We have a diverse clientele here — many markets to satisfy. We have highend players who enjoy fine dining and we have other players who come in and just want a quick, simple steak, so among other choices, you’ll find both a lower-priced sirloin and a top-end prime-aged ribeye on our menu. Chef Del and I focus on two seasonal main menus per year, plus each month, we run either a prix fixe menu of several courses or perhaps options of three different entrées to choose from, and we make those options very affordable.”

Topping the list of Bourbon’s 72 signature items, according to Hamper, is Chef Del’s prime rib, available in half-pound or onepound portions.

“He starts with whole primal ribs, which are then herb-rubbed, kosher-salted, marinated for several days and very slowly roasted,” said Hamper. Following close behind on the list are the Maryland lump crab cakes, the baby back ribs and the wedge salad. For desserts, Bourbon’s follows the classic steakhouse example, with selections like key lime pie, cheesecake, Black Forest cake and a signature Bourbon’s turtle sundae (after Turtle Creek), all made in house. Vegetables and freshwater fish are locally sourced, but, said Hamper, “because of the volume we do and the need for specific cuts and consistency, we focus on a line of meat out of Chicago, called Stockyards. We also have two unique lobster tails: one from the North Atlantic that has sweetness and a soft texture and another from either the Caribbean or Pacific with a firmer texture and a more pronounced lobster flavor. They are all one-and-aquarter-pound-plus tails and easily a foot long.

I’m not sure there is anyone in this area serving lobster tails this size...We sell out every night.”

Hamper’s philosophy seems to permeate the entire restaurant.

“Dinner should be an event. We want our guests to relax, take their time and enjoy their food.”

Sounds like one more reason Bourbon’s 72 is a sure bet.

Bourbon’s 72 is located inside Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel at 7741 M-72 East in Williamsburg.

Open Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 5–9pm, Friday and Saturday from 5–10pm. Reservations are recommended on weekends. The casino is open 24/7, as are the other inhouse dining options: Seasons Buffet and The Deli. For more information, visit turtlecreekcasino.com or call (231) 534-8870. $$-$$$

Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel in Williamsburg, MI, offers a visual playground for visitors through the use of atmospheric lighting and unique architecture. It is one of two casinos owned by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. The other being, Leelanau Sands Casino and Lodge in Peshawbestown, MI about 40 minutes away.

Players will also find plenty of entertainment in their 56,000 sq. ft. casino in the form of over 1,200 slots and several gaming tables. Among the electronic options, players will find video poker, reel slots, and baccarat, while their table games include poker, blackjack, Mississippi stud, Texas hold ’em, roulette, and craps. Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars, from the casual to elegant, provide food and beverage for visitors of all ages.

Turtle Creek Casino Fact Table

Year opened	1996
Phone number	800-922-2946
Address	7741 M-72 East, Williamsburg, MI, 49690
Number of slots	1200
Table games?	Yes
Hotel?	Yes
Minimum gambling age	18

Online Gambling Coming Soon To Turtle Creek Casino?

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Online gambling is coming to Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel in 2021 thanks to legislation passed by the Michigan state government in late 1999. The governor signed a new law allowing sports betting and online gaming in the state for the first time.

Retail sports betting is now available at many casinos in the state as of March 2020. Turtle Creek Casino will start offering its retail sports betting in early fall 2020 through William Hill Sports Book. William Hill also offers online sports betting, so it will also provide online sports betting for both casinos owned by the Grand Traverse Band next year.

It’s not yet known what plans the Grand Traverse Band has for other online gambling options when they become legal in 2021.

History Of Turtle Creek Casino And Hotel

The Turtle Creek Casino first opened in 1996, as the second casino owned by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. The first being the Leelanau Sands Casino opened in 1984 in defiance of Michigan’s restriction against casino gaming. Turtle Creek Casino came about two years after the Grand Traverse Band reached a compact with Michigan finally granting them the legal right to operate casinos on reservation land.

The original casino had no hotel, so visitors were limited to day trips or had to stay at nearby accommodations, such as the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa also owned by the Grand Traverse Band.

In 2008, the tribe invested in a new casino and resort on the same land. The lavish $116 million project was carried out while the original Turtle Creek casino remained open. A very modern building, the new casino features a silver metal exterior that rises slowly out of the ground in front of the six-story hotel. Outdoor lights shine on the building in an ever-changing multi-color night-time display, while a water feature creates a park-like feeling that invites guests to linger before heading into the building.

Inside, the casino offers a massive gaming area with multi-story lounges overlooking the floor. There is also a non-smoking poker room and lounge, as well as, conference areas, 137-room hotel, three bars, and dining. Guests can sit down to an excellent steak in a fine dining restaurant called, Bourbons 72, eat as much as possible in the buffet called, Seasons, or grab a quick bite at The Deli before heading back to the gaming floor.

Get Additional Wins Through The Players Club

Players can also earn points useful for comps, discounts, and free entries into promotions using the Players Club card. This free rewards program allows players to earn points at both Turtle Creek Casino and Leelanau Sands Casino.

The program features a five-tier system that players progress through as they earn more points. Players will get a new card for each tier they reach, so be sure to visit the front desk to pick them up. The tiers and bonuses are as follows:

• Sapphire: The first tier level that everyone starts at when signing up. Sapphire players enjoy complimentary valet service, discounted hotel rooms, and birthday promotions.
• Ruby: The second tier level, Ruby, gives players 2X entries on promotions and additional discounts on gas, hotels, spas, retail, entertainment, and restaurants.
• Emerald: This is the third tier level, which gives players 3X the entries on promotions. Emerald players also have access to a priority services lane, invitation-only events, and 48-hour pre-sale on concert tickets.
• Pinnacle: The fourth tier, Pinnacle, offers a 5X bonus on promotions entries. Players will also have access to a personal host, complimentary hotel upgrades, late checkouts, and 30-minute holds on slot machines.
• Onyx: The last and fifth level, Onyx, allows players to earn 7X entries on promotions. They also have access to complimentary VIP experiences.

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Turtle Creek Casino And Hotel FAQs

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Is there a buffet in Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy buffet-style eating at the newly renovated Seasons. They offer a breakfast buffet from 7 A.M. to 11 A.M. and a dinner buffet from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M.

Is Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel open all day?

Yes, the Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Is Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel no-smoking?

The Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel has a no-smoking section with lounge, poker room, and some slots for players. They also have non-smoking hotel rooms for guests.

What restaurants does Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel offer?

Turtle Creek Casino Buffet Menu And Prices

There are a number of places to dine in the Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel, including Bourbons 72 (steakhouse), Seasons (buffet), The Deli (diner), Coffee Spoon (cafe), and three bars

Is sports betting available at Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel?

Sports betting will be available at Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel by early fall 2020.