Casino Pauma

Driving by here to head to the big casino… what a mistake!
As we moved throughout the valley, we realized that this little casino was «The Best!»
The staff… Polite and Courteous!
Rewards area… short line and quick!
Buffet area… clean, not loud and well stocked!
And now… the slot and gaming tables.
For it only being a small size casino, if you get separated from your other half. no worries you’ll find them in minutes as the slots are very lose here!
So, go in and see Israel at the rewards desk and he, and all the other staff will make you right at home!
We WILL come back here!!!

I have been going to this casino for over 3 years. Used to be amazing it was homey, good payouts and fair drawings. If you are considering going and chancing your money don’t. In the last 6 months they have tightened up the machines when you do get a bonus it pays you nothing. The casino is building a hotel and they are in grab mode of your money. The drawings that they have are rigged they only names they call are of their highest betting clients. You have no chance of ever getting called in the drawings even with 300 to 400 tickets a week which by the way cost me probably $ 2,000 –2,500 to get. I have tried this for three weeks with the same amount of tickets or more and never got called once. But the same names every week and every end of the month drawing are called, over and over, how is that possible out of 50 000 or more tickets in the bin? They need a class action lawsuit because I know they are cheating people. The staff is super friendly to you if you are one of the max bettor, if you’re not they don’t even acknowledge you at all. By the way I am one of their optimum plus members which is the highest card you can get in the casino, little good it does, don’t go there don’t lose money.

cute casino. it’s smaller than some of the other casinos in the area but the view outside was amazing. i watched the sunset from outside and it was so relaxing. i played slots and blackjack there and did ok. plenty of parking.

Was supposed to be a place where you feel at home according to the video on their page, but unfortunately they don’t follow through with their message. I was asked to remove my hoddie by one of the casino floor attendants. Made me feel very uncomfortable and as if I were some type of criminal. Did not feel at all like part of a family after the incident and only because my ears were cold. Very disappointed!

I’ll pass on Casino Pauma food… keep going till I get to Choice Buffet at Pala Casino an Resort, they have perfect service, atmosphere, menu, food and they welcome your whole family.

the jewish have purchased the native’s soul for a few promises and lies. this band of indians/​natives do not know the name or location of the bus company that trsnsports guest from los angeles to the casino day and night. the bus driver stole my gym bag which was underneath the bus. i had a container of baking soda which someone mistakened for valuable narcotics. i called the casino and they gave me two names addresses and phone#s of bus companies that are – literally non existant’-no physical address or registration with the secretary of state!$ the counsel is corrupt$$ — -you won’t even win ten dollars – no hotel within 30miles and the waitresses attitudes are like black women’ – .ucked up!

The best small 18+ casino in socal hands down. The staff, gaming, food, etc are all top notch. The security team is the best of its kind and this casino has SERIOUSLY gone above and beyond to provide the absolute best casino experience for us. Come and play here, its a casino thats not to be missed.

I live in downtown San Diego. So it’s a drive all the way out to this place. The whole casino is in some big circus tent and looks like it could fold up and be gone any day!
You would a think a small boutique casino would be a lot more giving to want people to come back, but unfortunately this one is not. Every time I come with my friend their machines are on power Vaccum mode!
Then what makes it worse when you’re sitting there losing you can’t even get a free bottle of water! They want to charge you for it and thats after you ask 3 – 4 people for a server! Then they only give 5% discount on food? Are you kidding me! When everyone else gives 20% they only do 5%! Then they won’t even apply that towards your food credit like other casinos do!
So over all it’s a very disappointing place to come too and if you decide to be adventuress and drive out to this place. Be prepared for a lot of disappointments!

Casino Pauma is one of my favorite places to go to! It’s smaller than the other casinos in the area but the slot machines pay out a little more compared to Harrahs or Pala casino.
The staff is pretty friendly, although the girls at the desk need a little bit of customer service training-​they give off the «I don’t wanna be at work» attitude every single time I go up for something. A smile would be nice once in a while or even a friendly greeting rather than a hand gesture that shows the hurry-up-I’m-open-what-do-you-want vibe!!!
There’s plenty of parking but when it’s crowded-​good luck! There’s free valet so that comes in handy. The downside to the parking lot is that’s it’s super dark at night-​it can get a little creepy. A few more lights would be very much appreciated.
The bathrooms are clean which is definitely a plus. There’s always a sweet little lady there cleaning up.
They have no food court but have an inexpensive priced buffet, a café and a quick deli that has mini pizzas that are just amazing! They also have a self serve soda machine and coffee that is just simply divine to say the least. Best cup of joe in town if you ask me!!!
They do have a smoking and non smoking section, a couple bars, and usually a live band on the weekends. I definitely enjoy myself every time!

If you are already in Pala, why not head down to Pauma just a few miles down the road. This is a small casino. It looks like a tent. Look ma, I’m glamping! I don’t play the card games, strictly slots. Loose slots are my favorite. Ha. I don’t stay here for hours. It’s the place you stop to get the bigger and better casino. It’s good for a quickie and a cup of coffee, just don’t expect it to fulfill your gambling appetite.

Enjoying another great night at Pauma.. love the buffet, then slots.. But the best part tonight is the band. J.D. Priest and his band are the best that plays here! Heard them before and it was so cool to see them again. For my money, the best local band in the I.E. & S.D. area.

This place is a real disappointment. I dropped by because I was in the area…
Sign up for the first time and what do you get? ZERO free play! lol
I ordered salads for take-​out from their restaurant.
TAKE A LOOK AT THE PICTURES, AND SEE WHAT A RIP-​OFF THIS PLACE IS. EVEN A SALAD, WHICH IS SUPER CHEAP, THEY RIP YOU OFF.
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LOOK AT THE PICTURES, and you’ll see they charge $ 38 PER POUND FOR TOPPINGS and $ 20 PER POUND for avocado. (Please note: Disclaimer! — I have NOT included the cost of the «salad greens» in the cost analysis, as salad greens are very inexpensive, and it’s the toppings that reflect MOST of the cost. You will also agree, I’m sure, that it’s the toppings that reflect the ATTITUDE of any place, as well).
More background — The salad I got cost $ 5.00. They charged a whopping $ 1.50 for avocado, which, you can see from the pictures, is a TINY BIT. Ridiculous. I’m never going back here.

This was my first casino when I turned 18! This is the place to get away from the large crowds at pala and pechanga during the weekends but I enjoy playing the black jack tables when I’m here. Minimum is $ 3-​$ 5 most of the time so you can play for a while. The staff are friendly and I probably wouldn’t eat at the café next time. Food was just okay. slots are great but wish they had a craps table

It’s a casino much more informal than the Harrah’s or the Paula near it but at the same time it’s still a place to go lose your hard-​earned money be warned three dollar blackjack tables that which is really nice and blackjacks my game!

I am an avid gambler and love this little place. I play only slots and have never eaten here so my review is based on that experience. Our friends introduced us to it as a pit stop to Pechanga and Harrahs. They call it Smokey Joes because it is more noticeably smokey than other casinos but I think it is because of the size. however since the remodel that is a little better. Also the left 3^rd of the casino when you walk in is non-​smoking. Now, you cannot compare this to any other major casino as they just do not have the capability of the fanciness or higher comps. Its like comparing Kohls to Nordstroms. The employees are a little less «enthusiastic» and so are the players. I see it as a regular for a lot of locals vs a touristy desitination so the atmosphere is less party like and just a basic gambling place. I do like the self serve drink station. The selection of slots is very good. We like that they have a lot of older video slots that you dont see a lot like Road Trip or Bucanner. Payback is also fair to good. I have always at least broke even after a few hrs of gambling. I dont break the bank but I have fun with the money lost. Because it is smaller, it can get very crowded especially at night. Time to go is during the day. I enjoy it very much as a pit stop.

Worst Casino. The dealers and pit bosses at the table games are lying thieves. DO NOT PLAY at Pauma Casino. They will try to pay you wrong and bullshit that they paid you correctly.
Go take your luck somewhere else.

A group of us gal’s came all the way out here for a show. (Playgirl Revue — yes, really. And no, not my choice).
While trying not to let the poor quality of show taint my review of this casino, I can’t help but wonder if the music continually skipping during the performance was the venue’s fault or the traveling show. I don’t know if they bring their own equipment or if it’s the venue’s but it was no bueno either way.
Casino: There is a «smoking» side of the casino and a «non-​smoking» side. Separated and designated only by a few signs placed throughout the casino. You will come out smelling like an ashtray no matter where you are in this place. And that smell will permeate EVERYTHING.
GOOD: Plenty of change machines and automatic cashiers. Staff was really friendly at the front desk.
The venue: A giant tent filled with folding chairs. Poles obstruct the view from the back rows. It’s not sloped either, so when people in the front stand, you are staring at the back of people, not the stage.
GOOD: Drinks were cheap for watching a show! We got 3 beers for under $ 15 bucks.
I doubt I will ever have a reason to go back here, and I can’t say I am upset about that.

I love this little casino. The casino was recently updated and enlarged, used to be only the part under the tent, now there are more machines and an expanded non-​smoking area… yeah. When we gamble in San Diego, first to Pala, then Pauma when Valley View and Harrah’s gets too crowded.
Last time here, I won the minor jackpot on Buffalo Stampede, $ 424.00, a week later someone won the Major jackpot $ 17K, crap why couldn’t that be me. Oh well, I will have to go back and try my luck next time.
Love this casino since I can get on any machine I want, there are fewer machine hogs playing 2 – 3 machines at a time like at Harrah’s or Pala. This casino does not allow minor children under 18 in the casino. Pauma tends to get busy on weekends, but then all casinos are busy on the weekends… it’s California, go early or during the week if you want solitude while gambling.
The restaurant is reasonably good, a few servers could use more training and brush up on customer service skills. The Buffet is good if you are looking for hot & basic food for a reasonable price. Buffet is $ 12.95 for lunch on weekends, not too shabby compared to $ 24.00+ at the larger casinos.
There is also a small deli/​pizza shop. They sell sandwiches, nachos, hot dogs, mini pizza, pastries, drinks and other snack type foods. Would be nice if the deli switched places with the noodle bar in back… if you go there you will see what I mean. There is a constant line at the deli and only 3 tables to sit at, a dozen or so tables at the noodle bar which opens after 5:00 PM, but no customers at the noodle bar, hmmmmm.

Pricey beers, small «tent style» casino that never freakin’ seems to pay out!!!
Because of it’s small size, it’s cramped inside and there is a limited number of machines. But… Me being the imbecilic glutton for punishment that I am, still continue to grace them with my presence every stinkin’ time we come back from Harrah’s.
One of these days, Pavlov’s casino dog will not answer the dinner bell, lol…

I like to visit casino buffets but I never gamble. That said, Pauma understands their main clientele. The food at the buffet is mechanical soft. That means everything is cooked so that people with dentures won’t have a problem digesting it. All the vegetables taste bland and fall apart as soon as you stab it with your fork. The roast turkey was good. It was moist and came with turkey gravy. My meal consisted mostly of roast turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and veggies. It was an early Thanksgiving feast!
The desserts are overly sweet. I couldn’t eat more than just one piece of cake.
My favorite part of this whole experience was the price. It cost me only $ 7 to stuff my face. You get what you play for and this buffet was less than impressive. If you are looking for an extraordinary buffet experience that includes seafood, prime rib and more sophisticated dishes and don’t mind paying for it, continue driving to Valley View Casino or Pala Casino.