Eastside Cannery Casino in Las Vegas is permanently closed. The former Boulder Highway casino hotel closed in March 2020, never reopened, and was imploded on March 5, 2026. Its appeal was an off-Strip combination of gambling, dining, hotel rooms, and a rooftop lounge. Today, it is a subject for casino-history readers, not somewhere to book a stay or plan a gambling stop. Coverage of the March 2026 implosion confirms the building came down.
Eastside Cannery at a glance
| Former address | 5255 Boulder Highway, Las Vegas, NV 89122 |
|---|---|
| Property type | Former commercial casino hotel |
| Operating status | Permanently closed; imploded March 5, 2026 |
| Hours | Not operating |
| Historical casino size | Reported as 64,000 square feet |
| Historical hotel inventory | 306 guestrooms and suites |
| Poker room | No |
| Current retail sportsbook | No; a race and sportsbook operated before closure |
| Minimum casino gambling age | 21; no gambling is available here |
| Hotel, dining, and entertainment | No current visitor offerings |
| Guide updated | October 15, 2026 |
What happened to Eastside Cannery?
Opened in 2008, Eastside Cannery combined a substantial casino with a hotel tower on the Boulder Highway corridor. This was not a Strip resort, although its upper floors offered views toward the Strip. I think its useful distinction was the combination: more of an overnight and evening-out property than a simple stop to play a few machines.
Boyd Gaming acquired Eastside Cannery and the separate Cannery hotel-casino in North Las Vegas in 2016. When Nevada casinos were allowed to reopen in June 2020, Eastside Cannery stayed closed. The Las Vegas Review-Journal’s February 2026 demolition report described its former 64,000-square-foot casino and reported that Boyd still intended to sell the property for residential use.
Boyd attributed the decision not to reopen to insufficient market demand, as reported by FOX5 before the implosion. Residential redevelopment was the reported plan, not an established completed project.
The final farewell was understated for Las Vegas. According to the Las Vegas Sun’s March 5, 2026, account, the remaining tower collapsed at 2 a.m., without fireworks or a drone light show.
Casino games, poker room, and sportsbook
Eastside Cannery’s undated official events brochure lists slots, table games, bingo, and a race and sportsbook. These describe the former casino, not current visitor offerings.
Slots, video poker, and table games
There is no operating gaming floor, so there are no current machines, video poker pay tables, or table minimums to compare. My advice is straightforward: do not make a gambling stop here based on an old machine list or a remembered low-limit table. Choose an operating casino, then check its actual game rules, pay tables, and posted limits.
Poker room and sportsbook status
Eastside Cannery has no poker room or on-property retail sportsbook today. Its former race and sportsbook is documented in the historical brochure, so the current closure should not be confused with a claim that sports betting never existed here. Video poker and poker-themed table games are not dedicated player-versus-player poker rooms.
The former hotel and room categories
The hotel brochure advertised 306 guestrooms and suites, including Deluxe Rooms, Petite Suites, and Premier Jacuzzi Suites. It also listed a pool with a Jacuzzi and cabanas, a fitness room, laundry facilities, and free on-site parking. None is available as a visitor amenity today.
The room categories reveal a meaningful distinction beyond the word “suite.” Petite Suites were corner units with a wet bar and an in-room spa. Premier Jacuzzi Suites added a separate living room and were listed as nonsmoking.
Gamboool original analysis
We assembled the comparison below from published information and our calculations. These are selected examples, rather than measured gambling sessions or a representative survey.
| Detail | Published information |
|---|---|
| Completed demolition rather than temporary closure | March 5, 2026 reporting confirms that the hotel-casino was imploded; the property should not be presented as awaiting reopening. |
| Opening and closure history | Built in 2008, closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, and never reopened. |
| Reopening decision | Boyd cited insufficient market demand as the reason not to reopen. |
| Site: Reported disposition | As of February 9, 2026, Boyd intended to sell the property for residential use; this passage does not confirm a completed sale. |
| And Cannery Casino Hotel: Distinct properties acquired together | Boyd acquired both properties in 2016; the North Las Vegas Cannery is distinct from Eastside Cannery. |
| Demolition: On-site public-access policy | Boyd asked visitors to stay away from the property and provided no on-site public viewing areas for the implosion. |
| Longhorn Casino-Hotel: Historical demolition viewing prices | Reported event prices were $25.00 for a parking space and $250.00 for a room, not ordinary current visitor prices. |
| Longhorn Casino-Hotel: Historical viewing-event promotional benefit | The pre-event report advertised $20.00 in slot play and popcorn for early-morning attendees; slot play should not be treated as a cash parking discount. |
| Historical Deluxe Rooms: Published category specifications | The archived category section lists 450 square feet, a king bed or two queen beds, smoking or nonsmoking options, and Wi-Fi availability. |
| Historical Petite Suites: Published category specifications | The archived brochure lists 600-square-foot corner units with a king bed, an in-room spa, a wet bar, and smoking or nonsmoking options. |
| Historical Premier Jacuzzi Suites: Published category specifications | The archived brochure lists 900-square-foot nonsmoking suites with a king bed, a Jacuzzi tub, a wet bar, and a separate living room. |
| Historical amenities: Former parking, dining, and recreation offering | The brochure advertised free on-site parking alongside restaurants, bars, a fitness room, a pool, and coin-operated laundry; these are former amenities, not current services. |
| Historical weddings: Former package accommodation differences | The wedding package offered a suite with One Six Sky Lounge rental, versus a deluxe room with Capitol, Liberty, or Casablanca rental. |
| Historical lounge: Attributed visitor recollection, not review consensus | One named attendee fondly recalled the rooftop nightclub, Friday martini happy hours, and social connections. This is an individual historical anecdote. |
| Calculation | Result | Takeaway |
|---|---|---|
| Historical Petite Suite versus Deluxe Room floor area | 150 square feet | The archived room-category descriptions quantify the Petite Suite’s extra space, but neither category is a current booking option. |
| Historical Premier Jacuzzi Suite versus Petite Suite floor area | 300 square feet | The larger historical suite offered more floor area and a separate living room; this comparison describes the former hotel, not available accommodations. |
| Longhorn demolition-event room versus parking price | $225.00 | Parking was the cheaper reported viewing option at this completed event. These event prices are not current hotel rates, and the report does not establish an all-in cost. |
Research references: kold.com, fox5vegas.com, reviewjournal.com, static.boydgaming.net.
Method: Published inputs collected 2026-10-15. Illustrative assumptions are labeled, and the full calculation inputs remain in the saved research record. These examples support planning; they do not predict a particular session.
Using the brochure’s room-category figures, the Petite Suite offered 150 square feet more than the Deluxe Room, and the Premier Jacuzzi Suite offered another 300 square feet beyond the Petite Suite. That makes the former suite progression more useful to understand than a generic promise of “spacious rooms.” The brochure gives a different standard-room size elsewhere, so these comparisons use its room-category descriptions, not measurements of the hotel.
There is no current room rate, resort fee, check-in time, or cancellation policy for a stay here. If a booking result appears to offer Eastside Cannery, check the exact property name and address before paying.
Former restaurants, bars, and entertainment
The historical dining lineup included Carve Steak House, Snaps, and the Deli. The brochure described Carve as the steak-and-prime-rib option, Snaps as a casual restaurant serving American comfort food and Asian dishes, and the Deli as the quick sandwich-and-snack choice. None is a current dining destination at this property.
Pin-Ups and Marilyn’s Lounge provided places for drinks and live music, while the One Six Sky Lounge occupied the 16th floor. Meeting and ballroom space gave the property an events role beyond gambling.
What former patrons remembered
March 2026 demolition coverage captured affection for Eastside Cannery through individual retrospective interviews. Attendee Gus Biner described it as one of his favorite casinos. Sue Jaszekowski fondly recalled the rooftop nightclub, Friday martini nights, and people she met there.
Those memories suggest that the social side mattered to at least some former patrons. They are not a broad verdict on room cleanliness, restaurant quality, service, smoking, or value.
Interviewees also differed about the site’s future. Jaszekowski regretted the loss, while others welcomed progress or the prospect of more housing. I would keep those questions separate: a casino can be missed by its regulars without that affection resolving what should replace it.
Location and practical trip planning
The former address is on Boulder Highway, not the Las Vegas Strip. Eastside Cannery and Cannery Casino Hotel in North Las Vegas are different properties. Their reservations, restaurant listings, and promotions are not interchangeable.
Do not arrange a ride here expecting hotel check-in, a meal, casino access, or an airport shuttle. Former parking arrangements are not visitor amenities at a demolished casino.
For a Boulder Highway stay, Sam’s Town is a nearby alternative to consider. For a Strip-focused vacation, I would compare the total cost of an off-Strip hotel with the transportation your itinerary requires, rather than chase the lowest advertised room rate. Room charges, mandatory fees, parking, and rides all belong in that comparison.
Eastside Cannery is not a place to earn rewards points or redeem a current casino offer. For an old mailer or voucher, contact the company identified on the document and check its terms rather than assuming another property will honor it.
For broader trip planning, see our Nevada casino guide.
Who this property suits now
Eastside Cannery now suits readers interested in Las Vegas casino history, not travelers choosing somewhere to gamble or stay. Its former appeal paired a Boulder Highway hotel-and-casino setting with dining and a rooftop lounge that a few former patrons remembered fondly for nightlife and socializing. For an actual visit, choose an operating property, weighing the convenience of this off-Strip area against transportation costs if most of your trip centers on Las Vegas Boulevard.
Frequently asked questions
Is Eastside Cannery Casino open?
No. Eastside Cannery closed in March 2020, never reopened, and was imploded on March 5, 2026.
Can you book a room at Eastside Cannery?
No. The hotel has been demolished. Check similarly named listings carefully, particularly Cannery Casino Hotel in North Las Vegas.
Does Eastside Cannery have a poker room or sportsbook?
No. Neither facility is available today. The property did have a race and sportsbook before closure.
What was the minimum gambling age?
The casino gambling age is 21. Eastside Cannery no longer offers gambling.
Has housing been built on the site?
The reporting cited here describes plans for residential use, not a completed housing development.
Sources and historical context
The official brochure describes the property before closure and is undated. February and March 2026 news reports cover demolition, the completed implosion, and residential plans. Former patron recollections describe individual historical experiences, not present-day visitor conditions.
Poker room and sportsbook
There is no dedicated poker room or on-site sportsbook.