6 of us went to Silks on the 12th of October, (Sunday). The food was good, the waiter, Bill, was excellent. Fraser, a slightly elderly gentleman, who gave us his selection of pics on a self made newspaper for free, was fun, and very informative for any questions about horses and betting, and he was sitting on a table near the betting booths.with all his computers etc on the table with him.. When we first arrived, I sat at the table drinking an average Caesar, (bartender was OK, but not exceptional), making my pics for the 7 races that day,while the other 5 of our entourage went to the casinos, as the races did not start for another hour. My wife an I have a limit of $20 if you go to the slots. My wife came back with $62, so she won $42. Two watched and did not gamble. One lost $40, but his wife won $119. (she always wins, but has a technique my wife and I do not have, and that is why we limit to $20). I listened to Fraser on the 1st bet and won, $9.40 on a 1 dollar box, but then Fraser did not come through, but that was OK, as I only lost $6 after 3 hours of racing, (races every 20 minutes), as I bet $2 per race for the 7 races. We did not have a buffet, and although the food selection looked very good there was too much food, and the price was $30 per person, which is overpriced. The place would rock if White Spot got involved. I should mention too, that the chairs are all new, and very comfy, and each table has a TV, so the 3 guys were able to watch football, (Sunday) between races and pic selections. Our friends ordered off the menu, and it was OK. My wife and I had the fan appreciation turkey sandwich, with cut fries for $5, and it was very good, but we had to go to the serious gamblers section two floors below to order and pick up our boxed meal, and our waiter Bill, was not overly impressed, but he got his comeuppance when we got our invoice, as the 10% discount we would get with our gamblers card, (free-just ask front desk) did not apply to meals ordered outside Silks restaurant. Fraser told us he will take you down to the horses to view them 1st hand and receive some fun info. About Fraser; I did bet on my own expertise on one race (6th and second last), and was a nose away from winning over $200 on a $4 bet. Overall, a great fun experience with good friends, and a fantastic view out the panoramic window.

Fun little race track for horses. The big issue here small fields per race. Often there is less than 6 horses in any given race. Hastings Racecourse is Vancouver's longest continuously used professional sports facility, having opened for business in 1889. It has a rich history, originally known as Exhibition Park Racetrack. Some notable events include being the first track in Canada to use an electric starting gate in 1939 and housing Japanese Canadians before internment during World War 2. Today, Hastings Racecourse features live thoroughbred horse racing in the spring, summer and fall seasons. In addition to the racing, there are nearly 450 slot machines on site as well as several dining options. For dining, Silks Buffet is located on the upper level and is perfect for groups watching the races. It offers delicious buffet-style food on race days in an exciting atmosphere. Carvery buffets are also available for $40. Jerome's Restaurant provides a more casual pub setting with food, drinks and simulcast horse racing screens, so it is often open beyond just race days. Additional hot dog and burger vendors, depending on the day, are scattered around the grounds.  For a very good but inexpensive hot dog try the little takeout stand beside the paddocks.  FYI the fries suck. On the first Monday of August each year, the track hosts BC Cup Day, which features six top-class races. In September, the British Columbia Oaks and Derby races are held here for prestigious 3-year-old thoroughbreds. While Hastings Racecourse has been a Vancouver institution for over 130 years due to its rich history and entertainment offerings, one downside is the quality of the races has declined from its’ golden age in the 1980s. Overall though, it remains a fun place to spend a day at the races, try your luck at the slots, and enjoy the various dining options. Its status as the city's longest continuously used professional sports facility is a testament to its enduring appeal.

I recently visited Hastings Racecourse & Casino and had a great experience. The casino offers a wide variety of games, including slots, table games, and poker, so there's something for everyone. The atmosphere is lively and exciting, with plenty of energy and excitement throughout the casino. One of the highlights of my visit was the horse racing. The racecourse is well-designed and offers excellent views of the track. The races themselves are exciting and fast-paced, and the staff does an excellent job of keeping the crowd engaged and informed throughout the races. The food and beverage options at Hastings Racecourse & Casino are also great. The casino and racecourse are both well-maintained and clean, which is important to me. The staff is also professional and courteous, and I appreciate their dedication to providing a top-notch experience for visitors. Overall, I highly recommend Hastings Racecourse & Casino to anyone looking for a fun and exciting day or night out. Whether you're interested in horse racing, casino gaming, or just good food and drinks, Hastings Racecourse & Casino has something for everyone.

This is a review for the pub restaurant. Worst service I"ve had anywhere ever! We sat for 20 min waiting for someone to even come to table. Only one waitress working. She saw us, said nothing, left the room, came back. Still sat there waiting. A few patrons arrived ar a table beside us she knew and she yakked wirh them for 5 min while moving stools and bumping my friend with a stool. Finally a man working at the bar I think noticing we had waited so long felt sorry for us and took order. Kitchen had 5 order tickets hanging there for ages. Food took so long to come, we thought of just paying for drink and leaving. Food finally arrived, but had to wolf down quick and barely caught first race. Could hear waitress yelling at staff in kitchen for problems with ketchup. Worst restaurant exoerience ever!! Track viewing area, order for drinks very slow too, even though not busy, and need a few more cashiers. View is beautiful, many of the TVs at tables grainy picture reception and bad need of replacement. Otherwise, enjoy coming to rhe track.

Beautiful views. This is one of my favourite places in Vancouver. Too bad GCC is neglecting to maintain it properly, especially the backstretch area. The barns are falling apart, and the kitchen & recreation building have been condemned with no attempts to fix the issues. They just keep taking things away, slowly killing the industry & the livelihoods of many people that rely on horseracing to survive. The fact that they don't even fix their beautiful neon sign out in front of the building shows how much they actually care about Vancouver's longest-running sport venue, a heritage site, having opened in 1889! This place has incredible potential, but they only seem to be very successful at maintaining mediocrity.

First time ever to the hastings racecourse, and I must say, I had a fantastic time! I really didn't know what to expect and I don't gamble much at all, but when those horses came out for viewing with their handlers, it was game over. What a great environment. Kids, dog dressed up folk with big hats. Opening day was a great experience. I recommend this track. Sunday race day! I would rather spend my money here on Sunday than give 10% of my hard working dollars to some fake pastor who needs a bathroom update in his monster home. I loved it at hastings racecourse

Hastings Racecourse is a horse track in Vancouver, BC that features thoroughbred racing and is open Mon-Wed 4pm-8pm and the odd Fri nights.It's a great place for entertainment and its free. Most people in Vancouver think it's been closed for awhile and I want to let people know that's not the case. Hastings Racecourse is a great place to spend the afternoon with friends and/or family. Betting is easy with a number of auto-teller type betting machines or there are a few humans inside if you like the old fashioned way. Food and drinks are reasonable.

Brutal Place. $15 for parking.$12 For a grilled cheese sandwich and that was if you wanted to stand in line for 30 mins.Same ordeal for getting a overpriced beer.Tellers who had no clue as to what certain bets consisted of and had to call a supervisor! On top of that my wife came later with our two grandchildren who horror of horrors had arrived with ice creams not purchased inside from one of the vendors and were refused entry until they had consumed them1 Third world horse racing along with third world facilities

This is for casino only not the race track. It’s not 24/7 like most other casinos. It’s not very big, and it’s got a kinda weird vibe to it. I guess because it’s so much smaller and older then most other ones I’ve been to. Despite this, there is a few machines that we like that aren’t available anywhere else I’ve seen. Also last time I was there my husband won 689$ UPDATE : Huge shout out to security who located my missing cash out ticket I thought was gone forever ! Great work - awesome staff. Thank you

Too bad I couldn't give this DUMP 0 stars cause I would! Place is in major need of an upgrade to the entire facility, they don't and/or can't afford to update the joint! Won't spend any money to fix the place up. And their marketing is very poor! No advertising, radio ads, etc. It's a shame cause the place has good entertainment potential and could become quite popular once again like it used to be! They should either sell the place to private or new ownership and/or just SHUT IT DOWN!

The machines do not pay. Being a small casino , seems like the daytime feeders are loading the machines for the gamblers at night!!! Last few times I have been over, it is hard to get free spins, and when you do get free spins, it is a low payout. If you win over 300 they handpay you so the staff can get a tip!!! Where at the Villa, I can hit a machine for 1500 and the machine pays cash so you don't need to tip. Hastings Racecourse use to be fun a few years ago, now a cash grab

The Racecourse is a good place to have fun with friends and relatives betting on Horses and Weiner races whether to win or to show. Be prepared to spend $60 on a single outing. When I went today, there is a Waikiki food truck selling $11 "Deluxe" Burgers with tostitos chips. Another spot sold $7.50 Beer and Wine. The rest of the money was spent on betting on races. The minimum bet is $1.00. The day was very nice and I had loads of fun on my first visit to this race course.

Super fun way to spend a day. One piece of advice for the not-so-savvy gambler: play the 1$ superfecta. It rarely wins, but when you do win it pays off bigtime (sometimes 200-1). When you lose, you're only out a dollar. I can't tell you how disappointing it is to bet 5$ on the winning horse only for the adrenaline crash of finding out that you only won 55 cents. Also, they rarely check you for booze or food, so bring a picnic and chill in the grassy area.

While race days and times have been scattered this year, they've done a great job of getting the facility open to the public again. Jerome's bar is open until 7 days a week, kitchen is now open although with a cut down menu for a little while longer. Live racing will still be held until the end of Sept, on Mon and Tues nights, 3:45 until just after 6, with the bar open until at least 8pm, sometimes staying horn a bit later if busy.

My experience at, "The Cup" event was so fantastic! The fashions and hats that participants were showcasing added an entertainment factor for people watching. Betting on the horses for each race was easy and straight forward, there was always a staff member available to assist you with placing you're bets. Collecting the money after winning was so exciting! If you missed this year I recommend going next year.

Don't go! Prepare to loose all your money! The odds of winning are terrible. Spent $60. on penny machine. Within 10 minutes my money was gone. This is a government run agency allowed to steal people's money! Shame on all of the BC casinos and lottery's! Instead give your money to a charity, not the government ripping everyone off thru these facilities and ridiculous high taxes! Stay away!!!

Great way to spend a summer afternoon! Minimum bets are $2, so its easy to make it a cheap afternoon, also. Service in the grandstand boxes is ok, somtimes a little slow, but it's busy, and you can go buy your own drinks if you like, so its not really a complaint. If you don't know how to bet on horses, there are people who can help, and also tons of useful advice in the programs and inside.

Came here for my birthday over the weekend, Belmont Stakes were happening elsewhere, and it seemed a few people had the same idea for their birthday. Everyone had an incredible time, the horses were amazing, the betting was easy, and the drinks were reasonably priced! It was busy but there was more than enough staff on to create a good flow. Most of all, it's so exciting to get dressed up!

This place need a revamp or maybe a complete rebuild if you want to keep racing in the province a new clean mile and turf track will up your horse population at make so owners and breeder want to run there.look at century mile they had a big full felid in there derby and in bc there is only 6 horses with small race sizes like you cant compete with other tracks.make racing bc great again .

If people valued horses, they wouldn't use them as objects for profit and subject them to high risk scenarios where they often endure injuries that they cannot recover from. Once these horses sustain an injury, they are often shipped live to Japan to be slaughtered for meat (see BC SPCA's website for more info). Please join the 21st century and support cruelty-free entertainment.

Too few bartenders serving drinks on busy weekends. Wait 30+ minutes trying to get a mix drink, when their priority is the private party connected to the same bar, with one bartender. Even just the beer line ups were ridiculously long and slow. It is shocking that they don't realize drinks being served faster would increase sales. Hopefully they can improve on that.

Had the buffet, I was a little put off by the tip option for a buffet. To be honest the staff was friendly and very nice. The food was what you’d expect at a racetrack buffet. Overall it’s an entertaining night if you enjoy that kind of thing but do not expect fancy. It’s a blast from the past of the 70’s. I’d go again but definitely manage your expectations!!

I was at this venue for a Paint Night event. It was located in the bar/restaurant. The staff was friendly and the event was great. We arrived early to eat and to grab a beverage. The service was prompt but the value and quality of the food wasn’t there. It was pricy and a bit disappointing. I definitely wouldn’t make a point of stopping there to eat.

Used to go there but not anymore. I find that the security staff are under the impression that they are Secret Service officials. Lol... Had a conversation with security manager awhile ago and he appeared very rigid, like he was of high ranking! Lol. Besides that the slot machines are fun, lady staff are pretty, and all in all its a pleasant place.

There is no designated smoking spaces and if there is no one abides by them, so everywhere I went it stunk like smoke. It was so disgustin... Also way to expensive to eat there.. cheapest hot dog I could find was $9.00 are you kidding me? Which was about the cheapest thing on the menu.. Gotta take out a loan to eat there.. way to expensive!!!

Very small racecourse. Food is generally limited to food trucks & basic fast food. Betting on site quite limited but available. Most seating is either ticketed or reserved for members. Nice grass hill if you want to bring a picnic rug but note it's not close to the finish line. Can get quite close to the horses in the stables & viewing area

Vancouver's oldest horse racing track. It was first opened in 1889. Great Canadian Casino is right next to the track. There is no table games at this casino...only slots. The track is a great place to watch horses even if you're not betting. Local horse racing starts from mid-April to mid-October. They also host Hong Kong simulcast racing.

We have been here for father days for the last three years. Get the buffet and have a beer. Relax while the horses run wild. Our family comes with us and makes the day amazing. When the sun is out it is great to watch the races from below and have a beer. We have found that our kids love to see the horses before they race.

Lots of fun to take the kids to see the races. You don't have to gamble but it's easy and fun if you like to do so with convenient machines. Only critique - I wish there was more food selection like ice cream and and snacks as well as more variety than the standard kiosk of burgers and hot dogs. Food selection is limited.

In town visiting. Stopped at Hastings Park to walk my dogs. No events were going on so parking was abundant. Beautiful park with duck ponds and a nice big circular path around the outside perimeter to walk the dogs on leash. Also, there is access to the nearby New Brighton Park if you want to go down to the waterfront.

I was sad when I saw the condition of the barns!!! You would like to think that after all the money Hastings Downs has made over the years that they would refurbish the place! I enjoyed the food and the gorgeous view of the mountains and the handsome horses but otherwise this Christian woman will not visiting often!

Fun night. Free parking and entry. Casino on site. Programs $3. Went on a Monday, restaurants closed. Friendly staff, nice crowd, lots of regulars it looked like. Lounge drinks good, typical pub food. Prices ok. 7 race card, picked up a few bucks. Haven't been fired years, forgot what fun it is, will go back soon.

Another day watching the Kentucky Derby at Hastings. VERY FRUSTRATING trying to get a drink as there seem to be very few vendors and ridiculously long lineups. Such a beautiful venue....could be SO much better organized. Hopefully will get better as it really is a fun thing to do on a beautiful Saturday afternoon.

Always an entertaining day at the races - a few dollars on a horse is so exciting. Friendly staff and lots of food and beverage available. Very child-friendly and a great family activity, as well as a popular stag/stagette/ adult birthday party location - both types of groups co-exist very nicely.

Do not come here for comedy night if they still are running it, didn’t laugh once, but I left after 2 beers because I couldn’t handle how bad it was. Atrocious that some people think they can get on stage and make jokes when they’re not funny. Otherwise? It’s a casino, you get what you pay for.

We came out for the inaugural Corgi race at Hastings park. The organizers did a fantastic job. Food trucks, ice cream, beer sales, and souvenirs. Free WiFi kept the kid entertained during the down times. Fantastic afternoon. We look forward to coming back to see the Corgi's race again.

Even if gambling is not your thing, you can still count on a great day spent here. Whether it's enjoying a beer or mike's hard lemonade in the sun or just simply taking in the beautiful landscape of the Northshore mountains - its the perfect way to spend a day.. even with the family!

This was my first time watching horse races. It was very fun and better than I thought. The races were exciting because you have no idea which one is going win. It is a good choice for family to do this activity together. Food and drinks were also good. Recommended …

Some great reviews here. If only it could be parlayed into the kind of attendance we used to see -- five days of racing/week with 10 - 12k fans on a Saturday. Then I might be inspired enough to get back into the breeding/ownership game. Yep...the track used to be really something.

Neat experience watching horse races. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it's a casual place and they have staff wandering around to answer questions and explain how to place bets. We went for fathers day buffet upstairs. This also meant we had seats and a view of the entire track.

This is an ok casino. No table games though. Only slot machines,this casino has slot of different games, some slots u haven't seen in a very long time. Which makes for a fun and very exciting experience.i recommend this establishment to everyone who enjoys going to the casino.

I love this place. Friday night's horse races are super fun and so are the weekend day time ones. The casino is my favourite one it's not too big and not too small it's really nice. I'd highly recommend going here. I don't gamble I go with my bf and I still have lots of fun.

I always enjoy going here, whether I win or lose. I got $50 in free play for their 88's machine. I went with my husband and it wound up we both won a few $. I used to go here all the time to watch the races, then go play a little. The races are always exciting.

Horses go around in an elongated circle. And you can bet cash on which you think might place. Great spot to spend a sunny summer Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Beer gardens on some weekends and special events. Slots downstairs for addition gambling action.

One of the most worthy places to spend time if you are interested in horses and racing. There's no need to gamble, but having a drink and taking in some excitement adds an old timey air and dimension to life that no other places can match in Vancouver.

Awesome..!!!…very friendly ppl n atmosphere…which is great for my phobia..!!!…but can’t beat the bar lounge that took great care of us for 3 hrs before the races start n a hoot out for the regulars especially Scooter..!!!…haha …

I saw Yuk Yuks first show after COVID at this place. It was amazing. Also had a chance to walk around a bit after the show. It feels like you time travel to 80s but with cyberpunk vibes. There is also a small bar and casino with slot machines.

Great fun! Enjoyed watching the horse (and dog!) races from the forecourt. Forecourt is paved, so quite wheelchair friendly, as were the accessible washrooms when I finally tracked them down. (Asking staff about them caused some confusion.)

First time here. Came for the Weiner dogs. Stayed for the horses. My grandfather, his brother and father were all trainers here. It's nice to come back to a place that had some significance to my past. Also, wife won 60$ on her first horse!

I love animals and horses are pretty amazing creatures. These are horses are no exception. Went to see the corgi races and my only complaint was their track wasn't very long. Maybe a 100 feet. They were cute and exciting place.

Always have a fun time watching the horses, making small bets, eating some food, there is even a little casino inside that we checked out before we left. I have never had a bad time spending the day watching live horse races.

This is a great place to have some fun. You can bet on the horses while enjoying a drink and great food. It has all the amenities. There are lots of restrooms and clean. They have a bar and casino. It has pay parking.

Fun place to watch horses race. Very casual atmosphere. Good layout and lots of regulars. The place could use some updating but nice charm as it’s been like this for decades. Good place for fun for a minimal price.

Under-appreciated weekend activity. Discovered horse racing this weekend and had a lot of fun. Great outing with coworkers or family. Bring some cash and make bets on the races to really get the adrenaline going!

We always have beef dip in the casino. The guy that serves us should get a big raise. He's the friendliest server/manager we have ever come over. He is top 10 for sure. Keep him at all costs. You won't regret it.

I parked on the racecourse for PNE. Its a long walk through the racecourse full of sand and mud. It's pretty costly to park there. I guess there's no choice since there isn't enough space for parking in the area.

A fun activity with no entrance fee. Watching the horses on a sunny Sunday is one of my favorite ways to relax. I just wish they had a wider selection of drinks at a better price and more than 8 lanes for races.

At least three horses have died at Hastings Racecourse just in the past few weeks. I would urge anyone considering going to this place to do deeper research into the realities of the horseracing industry.

Enjoyed the most amazing afternoon at Hastings Park this weekend with my daughter. Absolutely terrific staff, fabulous Thanksgiving buffet. Didn't win much money-wise but the experience was priceless!

Always love going here! Place is always clean and the food at silks is always delicious and fair price! The staff are friendly and willing to help you with anything you need! Would highly recommend!

Fun, family event. Good food and entertainment. Food trucks add to the festivities. Parking is $15 on site if you don't mind paying. Uber or ride share if you want to partake in the beer garden.

Had a great time not sure if I won or lost money or broke even. Didn't care I was there with friends we all had a great time. Didn't bet heavily but I know are friends made a little bit of money

We love going to the track but this was a very different event: The Cup. There were amazing fashions, tons of people, and a great atmosphere! Well done getting people out to enjoy the sport.

Good times for all. Kid friendly and they love watching the horses race. If you have and extra adult you can give the parents a break and they can go into the casino for a bit of adult time.

Fun place to visit on weekends during the racing season. Beautifully bred horses blaze down the track for first place. Not only you can bid, you can also enjoy the amazing food and scenery!

Casino is okay I give it ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Horse racing bets ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I myself am a horse lover. So I spend time watching the horses run the track. Mesmerizing, Gorgeous horses run the track daily. …

Adults only or gather the entire family for a fun night. Great workers and even better ponies. Bzzrs and BBQ are respectable as well. Exxxxpert tip....box the 3 and 6 in race 9! Enjoyyyy!

The buffet was mediocre. Kept running out of food, very, very small selection. Service was almost nonexistent. Got my own coffee refills. Would not recommend. Races were fun, though!

Super cool experience, fantastic atmosphere, very fun! Also, it was FREE to get in. The only complaint I had, and it was a big one. 30 minutes is way too long to wait between races.

Its ok inside but the action is race day when the horse racing is on. Crowds of people when open. You gotta go once with such excitement. Casino inside to empty your $$$.00 too!

3.5 to 4 stars. The history of the race track is enough to get out there on a sunny day during the live season, just to absorb some of the excitement of the crowd. Thx., M...

This food truck charges $15 for a cold, raw hotdog and fries. The bun wasn't toasted, literally no heat was used in the making of it. Spend your money on the horses instead!

Went on BC Day. Not sure if food trucks are now the norm or a 1 time thing but it was great to see the multiple options. Great to see the renewed interest in the track.

i love this casino! lots of old school games! not open 24hrs and with limited food & drink options, especially later in the evening. friendly staff and low key ambience

Four of girls went for the first time and we had an amazing time. It was full moon and hot day, so the evening hour was spectacular. Great way to spend Friday night.

We had a blast watching the corgis race each other. The drinks were pricey but not insane. The overall energy was amazing and we will definitely be back soon! Thanks

We watched 8 races, had a skybox experience. It was both private and tons of fun. Casino was a decent time too. It was worth the day and time spent with friends.

Hard to find parking during events. Staff is super helpful. PNE is open and close by, so good time to send wife and kids while boys can play at the track.

Nice yesterday to come to the track and watch a horse break its neck in the paddock area prior to racing , worst thing I have ever witnessed :(

Best place to remember the things you want to and forget the rest. Get a drink from Sammy at Jerome's but don't mess around. He's a busy man.

Casino is quieter than the others but she'll take your money just the same...betting governments are stoked to get that revenue rolling again

Recieved a Wonderful Welcoming to the Territory on Canadas' Day from Chief Ian Campbell of which the Racetrack and Casino resides on.

The only horse the only horse racing on the west coast of Canada great venue food beer Casino special events like the Dayton cup Rock

We went to the Casino here. All machines...no tables. Great restaurant upstairs where they have a lot of Tvs on with Horse racing...

Lots of fun. We always enjoy the racebook and Jerome's, and the casino downstairs is fun and the machines aren't too tight!

Lost all my money, but had an amazing time losing it. Probably the most beautiful backdrop at a racetrack I've ever seen.

In need of major renovations & upgrades. Bars & food need to be revamped too. Very run down. The casino is decent.

Good little spot for some slots games. I just wish they didn't get rid of the Adonis. That game was my favorite.

Excellent place to relax with friends for free or buy some drinks and bet a couple bucks here and there for fun!

Decent buffet offered on the weekend. Great group activity to hang out at the race course. Will be back again

Great people and live horse racing in historic Vancouver location with great view of North Shore mountains

Was good fun for afternoon , Weiner Dog Races were on and had bunch of food trucks and beer tents on site

Not bad to watch some horse racing. Most races seemed very amateurish though. Food was reasonable enough.

I work here. The scenery back drop is amazing. With the chance of winning. Great place to spend the day.

Great opening day today. Looking forward to next Saturday and the Kentucky Derby …

Great set up. Nice outdoor racing! So fun with family. $15 parking and free entry

And ideal place to spend a fun evening with friends, bet and have some drinks

Amazing horse racing here they treat the animals so good and it's so much fun

Great day at the track. Trackside patio for a retiement party. Great idea.

Best place to spend a weekend! Beautiful view, great people and ponies!!