Ebro Greyhound Park & Poker Room, now branded Ebro Card Casino & Racebook, is a card-playing destination in Ebro, Florida, inland from Panama City Beach. Its main draw is a smoke-free poker room with cash games and tournaments, alongside casino card games and simulcast race wagering. The trade-off is an older, out-of-the-way setting rather than a polished casino resort. I would put it on the itinerary for someone who specifically wants to play cards, not someone looking for slots and a hotel getaway.
Ebro at a glance
| Address | 6558 Dog Track Road, Ebro, FL 32437 |
|---|---|
| Main attraction | Live poker, casino card games, and simulcast race wagering |
| Published poker-room hours | Daily, 10 a.m. to 4 a.m.; confirm late-night and special schedules |
| Minimum age | 18 to enter and play |
| Advertised table inventory | Approximately 25 across poker and other card games, according to county tourism |
| Poker room | Yes, with cash games and tournaments |
| Casino card games | Three Card Poker, Pai Gow, DJ Wild, and Ultimate Texas Hold’em |
| Retail sportsbook | No |
| Racebook | Simulcast horse and greyhound race wagering |
| Hotel | No on-site hotel |
| Smoking | Smoke-free poker room |
| Phone | 850-234-3943 |
| Official website | Ebro Card Casino & Racebook |
| Guide updated | October 17, 2026 |
What kind of casino is Ebro?
The word casino can set expectations that do not quite fit Ebro. This is a cardroom and racebook, not a miniature Las Vegas resort. The appeal is finding a suitable game, having something to eat, and settling in for a session.
The old Greyhound Park name is still familiar, but do not arrive expecting live dogs on the track. The current race-wagering offering is simulcasting: races held elsewhere and transmitted to Ebro.
Ebro is inland, away from the beachfront hotel and restaurant strips. It works best as a deliberate poker outing rather than an attraction you casually add between nearby stops. For a broader comparison, see our guide to Florida casinos.
Casino floor: poker, casino card games, and racing
I find it more useful to divide Ebro’s gambling into three categories than to lump everything under “poker.” Each involves a different experience.
| Offering | What you are choosing | What to ask first |
|---|---|---|
| Player-versus-player poker | A cash game or tournament against other players | Which games are running, what are the stakes, and is there a wait? |
| Casino card games | A game such as Three Card Poker or Ultimate Texas Hold’em | What are the rules, minimum wagers, and optional side bets? |
| Simulcast racebook | Pari-mutuel wagering on races held elsewhere | Which tracks are available, and when does wagering close? |
The Washington County tourism listing describes a smoke-free room with 25 tables across poker and other card games. That is an advertised inventory, not a promise that 25 tables will be dealing when you arrive, and it is not a count of dedicated poker tables.
Poker room: cash games, tournaments, and costs
Ebro’s official poker section provides cash-game, tournament, and promotion information. County tourism lists Texas hold’em, Omaha, and Omaha Hi Low among the offerings. An advertised game is not necessarily an available seat, however. Call first if a particular format or stake is essential to your trip.
For cash games, ask about the blinds, minimum and maximum buy-ins, waiting list, rake, and any promotional drop. A small blind is not the cost of a complete session, and a low advertised stake does not tell you how much money you need to sit down.
Compare the full tournament entry, not just the headline price
Before traveling for a tournament, confirm the total entry price, fee portion, starting stack, blind levels, late-registration deadline, and re-entry rules. My preference is to judge the whole structure rather than simply choose the cheapest entry.
A historical February 2022 visitor account illustrates why those distinctions matter. Using its reported figures, a $60.00 entry with a 30% fee share allocated an estimated $18.00 to fees, while a $400.00 entry with a 12.5% fee share allocated $50.00. These are historical calculations, not current Ebro prices. The lower percentage still meant a larger dollar fee and a much larger upfront commitment.
The takeaway is not to enter a bigger tournament because its fee percentage looks better. Ask for today’s breakdown, compare the structure, and stay within your budget. Keep food and transportation costs separate from your poker bankroll.
Promotions and rewards
Ebro advertises bonus days, tournaments, and jackpot promotions. Ask whether registration or a player account is required, which games qualify, and what exclusions apply. The operator reserves the right to amend or cancel promotions, so an offer should be a possible extra, not the foundation of your budget.
Eligibility can depend on time spent playing. For example, Ebro’s May 24, 2026, table-game high-hand promotion required players to be seated for at least half of the qualifying hour. That past offer is not a current promotion, but it illustrates why participation rules matter.
Slots, video poker, and casino card games
Ebro has no slot machines and is not a conventional video-poker destination. If your ideal casino evening involves moving between machines and a broad selection of traditional table games, I would choose another property.
The operator advertises Three Card Poker, Pai Gow, DJ Wild, and Ultimate Texas Hold’em. These are separate from player-versus-player poker. Ultimate Texas Hold’em, in particular, should not be confused with joining a hold’em cash game.
Ask which games are open and have the dealer explain unfamiliar procedures before wagering. Check whether the quoted minimum covers only the main wager or whether additional bets are involved. Optional side bets can make a modest-looking hand considerably more expensive.
Does Ebro have a sportsbook or racebook?
Ebro has no on-property retail sportsbook. It does have a simulcast racebook advertising pari-mutuel wagering on Thoroughbred and greyhound races, including racing from Gulfstream Park, Churchill Downs, and Santa Anita.
A race-wagering facility is not a counter for betting on football or basketball. Confirm the day’s track lineup and wagering hours if the racebook is your main reason for visiting. Poker-room hours do not guarantee identical racebook hours.
Restaurants, bars, and overnight plans
Ebro advertises two liquor bars, appetizers, sandwiches, and lunch and dinner specials. County tourism describes food and beverage service at the tables. That is a useful setup for a card-playing visit, although kitchen hours need not match the last hand of poker.
Food receives recurring praise in the available guest comments for taste, speed, and value. Restaurantji’s guest-review summary highlights chicken wings, grilled cheese, and brownie a la mode. Those are reported favorites, not a firsthand restaurant endorsement or a promise of availability.
There is no on-site hotel, so overnight visitors need separate accommodation and a transportation plan. For a beach vacation with one poker outing, that arrangement can work well. For a group wanting a pool, spa, and non-gambling activities under one roof, Ebro is the wrong format.
Directions, hours, and practical visit advice
Ebro is at 6558 Dog Track Road, on State Road 79 just north of State Road 20. The operator’s About page publishes poker-room hours of 10 a.m. to 4 a.m., seven days a week. Other listings differ on weekend hours, so confirm before planning a late session.
A car is the simplest way to organize the trip from the coast. Check a live route and allow for beach-area traffic rather than relying on a fixed travel-time estimate. If you are not driving, arrange the return journey instead of assuming a late-night ride will be immediately available.
During severe weather, confirm the property is open before setting off. The Florida Gaming Control Commission’s 2024-2025 annual report records an Ebro closure on January 21 and 22, 2025, during the Panhandle snowstorm. Regular hours do not rule out a temporary weather closure.
- Bring identification: Ebro requires visitors to be at least 18 to enter and play.
- Confirm your game: An open room does not guarantee your preferred stakes or format.
- Ask about incidental costs: Check parking arrangements, any admission charge, and ATM fees rather than assuming they are free.
- Check kitchen hours: Especially if dinner depends on a late arrival.
- Discuss access needs: Ask about parking, entrances, and suitable seating.
- Plan a sensible finish: Fatigue after a long session is a reason to leave earlier, not drive harder.
Use the property’s contact information or call 850-234-3943 to settle these details before traveling.
What guests praise, and what draws complaints
Visible February and September 2026 comments on Restaurantji praise welcoming staff, dealer ability, food, and a clean, organized room. Those are useful positives for a place where much of your visit may be spent at one table. They remain subjective accounts, not a service standard every visitor will experience.
The building’s age is a recurring criticism. Comments displayed on Birdeye also describe surroundings that need updating while still finding the venue enjoyable. A clean poker room and a dated building are not contradictory observations.
Service reports are mixed. Recent praise contrasts with an older February 2022 visitor account describing variable wait service and uneven tournament-floor decisions. Restaurantji’s broader summary also flags inconsistent bet-line enforcement and concerns about the house drop. I give the newer comments more weight for present-day atmosphere, but tournament players should still clarify rules and fees before entering.
My reading is that Ebro’s strongest selling point is the card-playing experience, not the surroundings. Neither complaints about losses nor praise for a winning session tells you how favorable the games will be for you.
Who Ebro suits
Ebro suits Panhandle visitors who want a focused, smoke-free poker outing and are comfortable trading polished surroundings for cards, food, and a welcoming atmosphere reported by recent guests. The older building and inland location make it less appealing for a mixed-interest group expecting resort comforts or easy movement between attractions. I would choose it for a planned session, but choose another property if slots, an attached hotel, or a full vacation’s worth of amenities matter more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ebro Greyhound Park still operating?
The property presents itself as operating under the Ebro Card Casino & Racebook name. Confirm the day’s schedule before traveling, particularly for a tournament or late-night visit.
Is there live greyhound racing at Ebro?
No. The current offering is simulcast race wagering, not live greyhound racing at the property.
Does Ebro have a poker room?
Yes. It offers player-versus-player cash games and tournaments. Call for the current lineup, stakes, and waiting-list information.
How old do you have to be to enter and play?
You must be at least 18 to enter and play at Ebro.
Is the poker room smoke-free?
Yes. County tourism describes the poker room as smoke-free. Ask about designated smoking areas if their location affects your visit.
Does Ebro have slots or a hotel?
No. Plan for a cardroom outing rather than a slot-machine visit or an on-site overnight stay.
Does Ebro have a sportsbook?
No. Its simulcast racebook offers race wagering, which is separate from an on-property retail sportsbook.
Poker room and sportsbook
There is no on-site sportsbook.