Dealers made up the largest segment of the workforce. At that time, the casino had one sit-down restaurant plus a buffet/cafe area.
It's something that has evolved since the Oneida Nation-owned complex opened in 1993.
It's also easily the most diverse gathering of dining choices under one roof - or several adjoining roofs - in Central New York. That's a lucky number for a resort whose basis is casino gambling. The resort has seven fine-dining restaurants (including an exclusive private club), five casual dining areas (including a multi-station buffet area), an area that resembles a mall food court and some cafe and snack options.Īll in all, Turning Stone hosts about 21 distinct dining options. Verona, NY - Stand almost anywhere within the sprawling Turning Stone Resort and Casino in Verona and look at the overhead signs directing you around, to gaming areas, hotel rooms, gift shops, etc.Īlmost every sign, in every direction, also says 'restaurants.' John Berry / The Post-Standard Turning Stone Resort and Casino's Executive Chef Michel DiGiorgio, left, and Vice President of Food and Beverages Scott Kidd show a tasting plate from the resort's Wildflowers Restaurant while standing in the Season's Harvest Buffet.
