Empire Casino – Plan a complete Leicester Square gaming and entertainment visit

At Empire Casino, we bring together the energy of a Vegas-style gaming destination with the atmosphere of one of London's best-known entertainment districts. Our casino is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, giving guests the freedom to enjoy the experience at the time that suits them best. The main gaming floor features American Roulette, Blackjack, Punto Banco and Three Card Poker alongside a dedicated selection of Slots and Electronic Games. Our Empire Poker Room keeps the action going around the clock with cash games and a varied programme of daily tournaments. Queen, King and Ace Metropolitan Rewards members can also discover the Dragon Lounge, our exclusive higher-stakes area complete with deluxe gaming tables, a private entrance, a lounge, a private bar and dining options. Kings Sports Bar adds another dimension to the experience with live sport, two giant screens and 14 additional screens throughout the venue. For cocktails and an elevated night-out atmosphere, Dovetail Bar combines views across Leicester Square with creative drinks and live DJs. Guests looking for Asian dining can enjoy 7th Cat Chinese Kitchen, where our menu focuses on Chinese comfort dishes including Cantonese-style roast duck and dim sum. Our entertainment calendar is complemented by Poker competitions, Slots and Electronics tournaments, Electro Darts, major sports broadcasts and seasonal events. Metropolitan Rewards members can earn Met Points and Tier Points while unlocking food and drink savings, promotional rewards and tier-based privileges. For guests extending their visit overnight, our central location also places a choice of major hotels within easy reach of Empire Casino.

Empire Casino: Guest Service, Currency, Payments and Collecting Winnings

At Empire Casino, our service is built around direct support from experienced teams across the gaming floor, Poker Room, Guest Services, Customer Relations and Cash Desk. Our dealers are available to guide new guests through the games, while our Poker Room is supported by a specialist team of experienced dealers. Key casino and tournament rules are published in English as well as Arabic and Chinese, helping international guests access important information more easily. We do not publish a fixed list of every language spoken by every shift, so guests requiring a particular language can ask our team about the assistance available during their visit.

Our gaming prices, table limits, tournament entries and promotional values are stated in pounds sterling (£), making GBP the principal currency used for the Empire Casino experience. Financial transactions are handled through our Cash Desk in accordance with our casino procedures and regulatory obligations. Because the payment method available can depend on the transaction and the checks required, our current public information does not present one universal list of cards or payment methods for every Cash Desk transaction. The same applies to ATM and foreign-exchange facilities: these are not advertised in our current public material as a fixed in-house service, and our team can advise guests on the available option at the time of their visit.

When guests exchange chips or collect winnings, certain transactions may require identity verification and customer due-diligence checks. This is particularly relevant when cash-in or cash-out activity reaches levels at which a regulated casino is required to obtain further information. Promotional funds are processed according to the conditions of the specific offer; for example, a Slots or Electronics promotional ticket may need to be fully wagered before any remaining balance is cashed out. Where an offer uses non-negotiable promotional chips, the winning element of a qualifying payout can be issued in cash chips in accordance with the promotion rules.

For ordinary customers, gambling winnings are tax-free under current UK rules regardless of the amount won. Gambling taxation is applied to operators rather than deducted as a tax from the customer's casino prize. This means Empire Casino does not apply a general UK gambling-winnings tax to an ordinary player's prize simply because the amount is large. Identity, source-of-funds or other regulatory checks may still apply to a transaction, but these checks are separate from taxation of the winnings themselves.

Empire Casino Visitor Rules: Dress Code, Entry and Getting Here

At Empire Casino, we welcome guests aged 18 and over and standard admission to our casino is free. We recommend carrying valid photographic identification throughout your visit because customer check-in and random search procedures operate at the venue. Valid ID is required for entry after 9pm, while guests who appear under 25 may also be asked for photographic ID during the day. Our dress code is smart casual, creating a polished atmosphere without making a jacket compulsory. Smart jeans and trainers are welcome as long as they are clean and presentable. Our approach allows guests to enjoy a relaxed night out while maintaining the standards expected across the casino. Visitors are expected to follow the rules of each game and reasonable instructions from our dealers and venue team. Fraud, collusion, prohibited devices and methods intended to create an unfair gaming advantage are not permitted. Respectful conduct helps us maintain an enjoyable environment across the gaming floor, restaurants and bars. Registered assistance animals are accommodated in line with our casino rules. Our Leicester Square location is easy to reach by Underground, on foot or by using nearby 24-hour parking facilities.

Entry Requirements at Empire Casino

• • Guests must be aged 18 or over.
• • Carry valid photographic ID throughout your visit.
• • Challenge 25 applies when a guest appears to be under 25.
• • Valid ID is required when entering after 9pm.
• • Standard entry to Empire Casino is free.
• • Metropolitan Rewards membership is optional rather than a requirement for ordinary casino admission.

Empire Casino Dress Code

• • Smart casual is our standard dress style.
• • A jacket is not required.
• • Smart, presentable jeans are welcome.
• • Clean and presentable trainers are also welcome.
• • Choosing neat clothing helps preserve the relaxed premium atmosphere of our venue.

Casino Conduct

• • Follow the published rules for the game you choose to play.
• • Follow reasonable instructions from dealers, security and Casino Management.
• • Fraud, collusion and prohibited methods designed to secure an unfair advantage are not permitted.
• • Guests may be asked to complete identity or customer due-diligence checks where required.
• • Respectful behaviour helps us maintain an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Travel and Parking

• • Leicester Square Underground station is approximately a two-minute walk from Empire Casino and serves the Northern and Piccadilly lines.
• • Piccadilly Circus provides another convenient Underground option via Coventry Street.
• • Q-Park Leicester Square operates 24 hours a day close to the casino.
• • Q-Park Chinatown is another nearby 24-hour parking option.
• • Eligible Metropolitan Rewards members can access preferential parking arrangements at Q-Park Leicester Square.

Empire Casino Metropolitan Rewards: Membership Tiers, Points and Benefits

At Empire Casino, Metropolitan Rewards connects gaming, dining and drinks through one flexible recognition programme. Membership is free and voluntary, and eligible guests can register with valid identification at Reception or Customer Services or use the available online registration route. Members must be aged 18 or over and successfully complete the required identity verification. The programme uses two separate balances: Met Points for redeemable rewards and Tier Points for progression through membership status. Eligible tracked gaming activity can generate points across Slots, Electronics, cash Poker and qualifying table play, while spending in participating bars and restaurants can also generate Met Points. Members receive 7 Met Points for every £1 spent on qualifying food and drink, while 400 Met Points are equivalent to £1 for permitted redemptions. Gaming redemptions on Slots, Electronics and live tables start from 2,000 Met Points per transaction. Members also enjoy at least 10% off qualifying food and beverage purchases across participating Metropolitan Casino venues. New members visiting Empire Casino can receive a complimentary drink and a £5 Free Bet, equivalent to 2,000 instant Met Points, subject to the applicable conditions. Tier progression runs from Jack through Queen and King to Ace, with Queen of Spades, King of Hearts and King of Spades adding further recognition between the principal tiers. Higher levels unlock enhanced birthday benefits, event access, hospitality privileges and additional experiences.

Joining Metropolitan Rewards

• • Minimum age: 18.
• • Membership: free and voluntary.
• • Verification: identity must be verified to our satisfaction.
• • In-venue registration: join at Reception or Customer Services with valid ID.
• • Account details: the registration process requires personal details including name and address.
• • Membership is personal and non-transferable.
• • New-member visit benefit: complimentary drink plus a £5 Free Bet, equivalent to 2,000 instant Met Points, subject to terms.

Met Points and Tier Points

• • Earn 7 Met Points for every £1 spent on qualifying food and beverages.
• • 400 Met Points are equivalent to £1 for eligible reward redemption.
• • The minimum gaming redemption is 2,000 Met Points for Slots, Electronics and live tables.
• • Met Points can be earned through qualifying tracked gaming and selected promotional activity.
• • Tier Points are generated through eligible tracked play and determine membership status.
• • At least 10% food and drink discount is available to Metropolitan Rewards members at participating venues.

Metropolitan Rewards Tiers

• • Jack — 0 to 17,999 Tier Points: entry tier with a £5 birthday gaming gift and core member benefits.
• • Queen — 18,000 to 35,999 Tier Points: £25 birthday reward and enhanced tier recognition.
• • Queen of Spades — 36,000 to 53,999 Tier Points: £50 birthday gift, £200 birthday party allowance and an additional £50 Free Play benefit under the published 2026 tier terms.
• • King — 54,000 to 71,999 Tier Points: £75 birthday gift, £300 birthday party allowance and enhanced tier privileges.
• • King of Hearts — 72,000 to 89,999 Tier Points: £100 birthday gift plus additional qualifying hotel and Metropolitan Experience benefits.
• • King of Spades — 90,000 to 107,999 Tier Points: £150 birthday gift, £300 birthday party allowance and qualifying King Metropolitan Experiences worth up to £525 annually.
• • Ace — 108,000+ Tier Points: £200 birthday gift, £400 birthday party allowance and premium hospitality benefits, with conditional Metropolitan Experiences worth up to £1,525 annually.

At Empire Casino, our changing promotions calendar adds another layer of competition and entertainment beyond the permanent Metropolitan Rewards structure. From 5 to 26 August 2026, our table tournament series gives players the opportunity to compete for a share of £5,000 in Free Play. The Metropolitan One Series runs from 4 August to 19 September, adding a wider championship-style competition to our seasonal programme. Slots players can join free-entry weekly tournaments every Monday and Tuesday for a share of £350 in Free Play. Eligible Queen, King and Ace members can also take part in Elite Slots Tournaments on Wednesdays and Thursdays for a share of £1,000 in Free Play. In the Poker Room, the Royal Poker Promotion provides a £500 reward when the published Royal Flush conditions are met. Empire Hand introduces a rake-free reward for qualifying Texas Hold'em cash-game play involving 5/6 suited starting cards. Our Rake Free Pot promotion can also reward players who register for an eligible daily Poker tournament. From June through September, the Monthly Slots Club recognises the Top 200 Slots players each month with weekly Free Play offers and an invitation to a Slots & Electronics Party. The High Hand Leaderboard continues from 22 May to 31 December, adding a longer-term competitive Poker challenge with a Vegas theme. Seasonal dining, sport, Christmas celebrations and New Year's Eve entertainment complete a programme designed to keep every visit to Empire Casino different.

Current Gaming Promotions and Prize Opportunities

• • Table Tournament Series — compete between 5 and 26 August 2026 for a share of £5,000 in Free Play.
• • Weekly Slots Tournaments — free-entry Monday and Tuesday events offering a share of £350 in Free Play.
• • Elite Slots Tournaments — Wednesday and Thursday competitions for eligible Queen, King and Ace members with a £1,000 Free Play pool.
• • Royal Poker Promotion — £500 reward for a qualifying Royal Flush under the promotion rules.
• • Empire Hand — qualifying 5/6 suited Texas Hold'em cash-game play can unlock a rake-free pass.
• • Poker Rake Free Pot — register for an eligible daily Poker tournament and access the qualifying cash-game promotion.
• • Monthly Slots Club — Top 200 monthly Slots players can receive four weekly Free Play offers, an invitation to the Slots & Electronics Party and selected app-based rewards.
• • Metropolitan One Series — championship-style competition running from 4 August to 19 September.
• • High Hand Leaderboard — a Poker leaderboard running from 22 May through 31 December.
• • Electro Darts — available every day at Kings Sports Bar as an interactive entertainment option.
• • Seasonal celebrations — Christmas parties and New Year's Eve experiences add festive food, drinks and late-night entertainment.

Popular Games at Empire Casino

At Empire Casino, our gaming floor combines traditional table action, live Poker, Slots and modern electronic formats. American Roulette is one of the most recognisable choices in the casino, with published play starting from as little as £2. Blackjack remains a favourite for guests who enjoy straightforward rules combined with decisions on every hand. Punto Banco, also known as Baccarat, is another major part of our table offering and can be played from as little as £5. We provide an extensive selection of Punto Banco and Three Card Poker tables. Three Card Poker delivers a fast format in which the player's three-card hand competes directly against the Dealer. The Empire Poker Room is home to live cash action including No Limit Texas Hold'em and Pot Limit Omaha. Daily tournaments introduce additional formats such as Progressive Bounty and Omaha competitions. Our dedicated Slots & Electronics experience gives guests an alternative to dealer-led tables with a broad choice of machine-based gaming. Eligible Metropolitan Rewards members can step into the Dragon Lounge for higher-stakes American Roulette, Blackjack, Punto Banco, Three Card Poker and Electronic Roulette. Newer guests can also discover our Learn to Play experiences for games such as Blackjack and Roulette. Together, these options make Empire Casino a destination where guests can move easily between classic tables, Poker and electronic entertainment.

Games to Discover at Empire Casino

• • American Roulette — classic casino action with published stakes starting from £2.
• • Blackjack — build a hand closer to 21 than the Dealer without going over 21.
• • Punto Banco / Baccarat — Player and Bank hands compete to finish closest to nine; play starts from £5.
• • Three Card Poker — a fast three-card contest between the player and Dealer.
• • No Limit Texas Hold'em — one of the core live cash-game formats in the Empire Poker Room.
• • Pot Limit Omaha — a popular Poker alternative with dedicated cash-game availability.
• • Daily Poker Tournaments — structured events including Bounty, Progressive Bounty and Omaha formats.
• • Slots — machine gaming available in our dedicated Slots & Electronics environment.
• • Electronic Games — flexible machine-based alternatives to live dealer action.
• • Electronic Roulette — including availability in the Dragon Lounge.
• • Higher-Stakes Gaming — the Dragon Lounge gives eligible members a dedicated premium environment for selected table games.

Empire Casino Minimum and Maximum Betting Limits

At Empire Casino, betting levels vary by game, individual table, Poker format and tournament structure. Published American Roulette play starts from £2, while Punto Banco starts from £5. In the Empire Poker Room, guests can compare cash-game blinds and clearly stated tournament entry costs to select an appropriate format. A single universal maximum stake is not published for every live table, so the current upper limit is displayed at the relevant table or gaming terminal and follows the rules of that game.

Empire Casino Events, Live Entertainment and Nightlife

At Empire Casino, the experience continues beyond the gaming tables with live sport, DJs, interactive games and a changing programme of competitions. Our 24-hour setting makes it easy to combine gaming with dinner, cocktails and entertainment as part of one night out. Dovetail Bar is a key part of our evening atmosphere, pairing views across Leicester Square with creative drinks and live DJs. Rather than operating a separate standalone nightclub within the current venue line-up, our nightlife is centred on Dovetail's DJ-led bar experience and special evenings. Kings Sports Bar creates a different kind of energy, using two giant screens and 14 additional screens to surround guests with live football, NFL, cricket, tennis, F1 and other major sport.

Competitive gaming is another core part of our regular entertainment calendar. The Empire Poker Room combines round-the-clock cash action with daily tournaments including Omaha and Progressive Bounty formats. Poker promotions such as the £500 Royal Poker Promotion and the High Hand Leaderboard add further competitive goals throughout the year. Slots players can join free-entry Monday and Tuesday tournaments for a share of £350 in Free Play, while qualifying members can take part in Wednesday and Thursday Elite Slots Tournaments for a share of £1,000. Our August 2026 table tournament programme adds a £5,000 Free Play pool, while the Metropolitan One Series continues through 19 September.

Guests looking for an interactive alternative can play Electro Darts every day at Kings Sports Bar, making it easy to combine darts, food, drinks and live sport. Seasonal celebrations add another dimension, with Christmas and New Year's Eve experiences built around festive food, parties and late-night entertainment. These special periods sit alongside our everyday gaming, Poker and bar programme rather than replacing it, so there is always something to combine with a casino visit.

For eligible Queen, King and Ace Metropolitan Rewards members, the Dragon Lounge introduces a more private style of evening. This higher-stakes area combines deluxe gaming tables with its own private entrance, lounge, bar and intimate dining space. Guests can therefore move between the energy of the main casino floor, live Poker, the matchday buzz of Kings Sports Bar, the DJ atmosphere of Dovetail and the more exclusive surroundings of the Dragon Lounge during the same Empire Casino visit.

Entertainment at Empire Casino

• • Dovetail Bar & Live DJs — cocktails, Leicester Square views and DJ-led evening entertainment.
• • Kings Sports Bar — two giant screens plus 14 additional screens for major live sport.
• • Electro Darts — interactive darts available every day.
• • Empire Poker Room Tournaments — a daily programme featuring multiple Poker formats.
• • 24/7 Poker Cash Games — round-the-clock live Poker action.
• • Weekly Slots Tournaments — Monday and Tuesday competitions for a share of £350 Free Play.
• • Elite Slots Tournaments — Wednesday and Thursday events offering eligible players a share of £1,000 Free Play.
• • Table Tournament Series — August 2026 competition offering a share of £5,000 Free Play.
• • Metropolitan One Series — seasonal competition running through 19 September.
• • Royal Poker Promotion — qualifying Royal Flush reward of £500.
• • High Hand Leaderboard — extended Poker competition running through 31 December.
• • Dragon Lounge — exclusive higher-stakes gaming, private bar, lounge and dining for eligible members.
• • Christmas Events — festive parties, dining and seasonal entertainment.
• • New Year's Eve — a dedicated festive night-out experience.
• • Live Sport — regular football, NFL, cricket, tennis, F1 and other major broadcasts.

Empire Casino Bars, Restaurants, Hotels and Places to Relax

At Empire Casino, food and drink are designed to be part of the complete entertainment experience rather than simply an interval between games. Kings Sports Bar is open 24 hours a day and surrounds guests with live action across two giant screens and 14 additional screens. American sports-bar favourites and drinks can be enjoyed without stepping away from the matchday atmosphere. For a different dining experience, 7th Cat Chinese Kitchen focuses on Chinese and Asian comfort food, with dishes including Cantonese-style roast duck, dim sum and other late-night favourites. Eligible Metropolitan Rewards members can also enjoy the programme's qualifying food and drink savings.

Dovetail Bar brings a more cocktail-led mood to Empire Casino, combining views over Leicester Square with an elevated balcony or terrace-style atmosphere and live DJs. It is a natural choice before or after a gaming session, dinner or late-night visit. The Empire Poker Room has its own dedicated bar and HD sports screens, allowing Poker players to remain close to the tables during longer sessions. Eligible Queen, King and Ace members can also enjoy the Dragon Lounge, where our higher-stakes gaming area includes a private bar, comfortable lounge space and intimate dining.

Empire Casino is centred on gaming, dining and entertainment rather than operating its own guest-room inventory. Our Leicester Square position, however, places several established hotels within easy walking distance. Hotel Indigo is immediately nearby and offers theatrically inspired accommodation, while Radisson Blu provides another central option overlooking the surrounding district. The Londoner offers a five-star alternative with an extensive hotel, dining and wellness environment for guests who want to extend their stay.

This makes it easy to build a complete evening around Empire Casino: Chinese dining at 7th Cat, a major fixture at Kings Sports Bar, cocktails and DJs at Dovetail, live Poker with its dedicated bar or a more private visit to the Dragon Lounge. Because our casino remains open around the clock, guests can move between dining, entertainment and gaming at their own pace. Our central location also makes nearby hotels, theatres and other evening attractions easy to combine with a visit. Metropolitan Rewards brings the experience together further by connecting eligible food, drink and gaming activity with points and member benefits.

Food, Drink and Relaxation at Empire Casino

• • Kings Sports Bar — 24-hour sports bar with two giant screens, 14 additional screens, drinks and game-day food.
• • 7th Cat Chinese Kitchen — Chinese and Asian comfort food including Cantonese-style roast duck and dim sum.
• • Dovetail Bar — cocktails, Leicester Square views, terrace-style atmosphere and live DJs.
• • Empire Poker Room Bar — a dedicated bar and HD sports screens within the Poker Room.
• • Dragon Lounge Private Bar — private drinks service for eligible Queen, King and Ace members.
• • Dragon Lounge Dining Area — intimate dining within our higher-stakes gaming environment.
• • Main Casino Floor — a 24-hour social and gaming environment connecting the main entertainment areas.

Hotels Near Empire Casino

• • Hotel Indigo — a convenient nearby stay with theatrically inspired accommodation.
• • Radisson Blu — an established hotel option close to Leicester Square.
• • The Londoner — a five-star nearby hotel with dining and wellness facilities for an extended city stay.