Do not let the name mislead you into thinking that this Gala casino is actually a riverboat. The name Riverboat hails from the location right on the water in Glasgow. It is a very large modern brick structure with plenty of windows to overlook the water out back. Despite it not being a riverboat it is only open from 3pm to 8pm seven days a week. This makes it more like a riverboat experience. This Gala casino is the same in terms of an ID required for those who look under 25 or want to play above the table limits. Smart casual dress with no trainers or sportswear allowed is the dress code. There is a private car park onsite which is also different from other Gala locations in Scotland since many of the others require you to pay for the public parking before the hour of 6pm. It makes going to this casino in terms of parking more affordable. The location on the water also adds a little something to this casino that others lack. Cash games are possible here, but there are no tourneys. Before you can “board” the boat you do have to go through reception. The casino offers a restaurant, cash games, and plenty of different table games to keep you entertained.
Riverboat Casino Glasgow offers six American roulette, one brag, four blackjack, and two 3 card stud tables. Gaming is not complete without the 28 electronic roulette tables. The cash games are offered every day the casino is open, but they are not a part of a tournament option. When playing the cash games you will need to pay a minimum of 40 pounds with 1 to 2 pound blinds. The other tables require a minimum of 20p to 2 pounds and a maximum of 50 to 200 pounds. These limits are relatively small compared to all other Gala casinos, but then again you are in a “riverboat” atmosphere which means small and intimate gaming that is affordable to all.
The luxury brick building may seem large, but the actual gaming area is intimate. It lends to the riverboat atmosphere that is the Riverboat Casino from Gala. The smart casual dress code and social areas add to the ambiance of this casino as do the noises of excitement when players win.
Dining is possible at the Gala run restaurant. This restaurant offers European cuisine with pasta, steak, surf and turf, and a variety of different desserts. The restaurant offers an ambiance that fits the smart casual dress code.
The Riverboat Casino is unlike most of the other Gala casinos so it is worth a visit if you are on holiday in Glasgow or want to change up where you play. It may not have a lot of tables, but there are still plenty to choose from in terms of games and fun. The casino is not open very long throughout each day, although this may not matter to you.