We had a great time for my birthday What I loved? It's shady and cool and beautiful and so casual. Just a nice time out. You can place bets on the machine or with an actual person for the real experience It was my first time there so I had no idea where to go. The front gate security gave me directions but when I was turned around inside, I spent a few minutes looking for someone who could actually help us to our seats. Once there though, drop dead gorgeous. They also let me bring in small gift bags which I appreciated. All in all. Will be back, but if it's your first time there, definitely get there early to find your seats. The suites were worth it in my opinion. read more

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Yes, I want to go to the Weiner races! I have never been to this race course and I had no idea what to expect. It was crazy busy when we arrived and the lines of cars to get into the parking lot were long. So we parked a block away in the residential area and walked in. It cost $3 to enter. But, all the proceeds went to the Seal Beach Animal Shelter. We quickly purchased our tickets, but it was insane to see that multiple lines of people were then forced to use one single person escalator to get inside. By the time we got inside, floor level standing room only was available. We were happy to find some chairs and took a seat. To get the crowd going, Weinersnitzel t-shirts, stuffed animals, and hats were thrown into the crowd. The weiner races alternated with horse races. The dogs were beyond adorable and it was fun to watch even though it was tough to see at times. I didn't stay for all 15 heats which ended at 9:30 pm. The lines for food and alcohol were super long. Next time, I'll prepare better. I would bring food, drinks, and chairs for ground level seating. Wear a hat and bring sunscreen. A sign posted said no food or drinks. There was no one checking and I walked in with my Yeti without being stopped. Overall, I found the event to be adorable. However, the. Venue itself was a bit outdated with no organization. read more

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Been coming here all summer for the night races on Sat & Sun that start at 7:15pm and around 10pm. $3 cash admission gets you inside to watch the races. As you enter you can purchase a program.You can purchase snack foods and drinks inside. Free parking is a plus. I especially love that it's family friendly. I also really enjoy the Paddock -- the area where racehorses are brought out and walked around before the race. This is usually the best place to see the horses up close and watch them get ready. You can do this on the first floor toward the far left. read more

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We were really disappointed. We went to Bogarts and it was full of the regulars who were very nice. The bar and food service were very disappointing. The first beer we were served was flat. When I pointed it out to the bartender he acted like he didn't know. Then he didn't dump it out but rather put it in a cooler. I ordered a French Dip it took 40 minutes to arrive and it wasn't even warm. Not sure where it had been sitting. The bar tender asked if I wasted to reorder and I did. The second time took 45 minutes and it wasn't even warm worse than the first one. My husband and I love to go to the track but I don't know if this track is ready to be closed or what. I will never go back there! read more

Such a fun experience, especially if it's your first time at the races. The energy is exciting, and it's really cool watching the horses up close. The atmosphere is lively without feeling too overwhelming. Definitely a great spot for a different kind of night out. read more

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Im not a gambler. I go to see the magnificent quarter horses and thoroughbreds. The track is beautiful with swaying palms and lake. The track does a lot to support the community with events like the wiener dog races and Halloween carnival with proceeds going to local charities. Like Bob Baffert said Los Alamitos has the best food in Vessels and Burgarts read more

Fun race track in Los Alamitos , Ca. On the older side, not very modern but is a throwback to places like Hollywood Park in some ways...tv sets are on the older side...beer selection isn't great and probably wouldn't eat here outside of the Vessels club which seems to be the upscale place in the track....decent horse races in the day when the thoroughbreds are here, the quarter horses at night are okay as well but a totally different type of racing....have been here a few times now and wouldn't hesitate to return again in future if the opportunity presented itself....not for everyone but for those interested in racing it is highly recommended.... read more

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This is my new favorite place! My family has been coming here for decades, and I was last to join the bandwagon. The atmosphere, ambiance, and entire experience was fantastic. We brought my grandpa, who is an avid horse better, to watch the final races the Saturday of Easter weekend. The weather was glorious and we had a fantastic time. Drinks were reasonably priced. Next time I'd love to check out the fine dining restaurant and the sports bar. Can't wait to go back!! read more

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Review is for their wedding venue. Having grown up here it was fun to revisit the old stomping grounds in celebrating my cousin's wedding. The last time I was here was in 1984! But I digress. The venue was clean, retro and actually kinda cool. It was neat to be able to have drinks on the veranda overlooking the grandstands and onto track while having drinks in between the wedding ceremony and the banquet. The reception area, the old bar room, was great with high ceilings, classic deco accents and large crystal chandeliers. Loved the vibe. The food catered was tasty. Filet mignon was a bit overdone, but the salmon was good. Acoustics were very loud throughout the dinner service due to the hard walls. Nostalgia aside, 5 star for a wedding venue. Catering was 3 stars for overcooked filet mignon and 5 stars for the bar keeps because they were on fire. read more

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And away they go!! . This is a great place to get a few bets and drinks in. Parking is free and entrance is cheap. read more

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Fun place. Went with my son. Employees were helpful. We will be back on our next visit.

Great place fun atmosphere safe place security too Friday and Saturday races from about 5:00 to 9:00 pm read more

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took my mom here cause she's always wanted to watch horse racing and had a blast! like a stadium, the food is chill. lots of places to bet and cigarette smells but outside, you can go wherever, nothing is really strict if you want a closer look. not to loud either considering. read more

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Growing up my grandfather always brought me to the track. Fast forward to adulthood some things never change. It is still a couple bucks to get in and $2.00 minimum bets. Plenty of seating both indoor and outdoors. I prefer sitting upstairs at the tables with the little tableside monitors. It gives me room for to set up my snacks, racebook and highlighters. I'm still learning how to bet, but I've been pretty lucky so far They offer daytime and night racing. Even wienerdog racing. Food and drinks are a bit pricey so I bring my own. Outside food is not permitted but they really don't check. Great way to spend the evening for a few hours. read more

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Very cool inside. Love doing my betting in there. Very vintage vibes. Recommend the Vessels Club for a hoity toity time.

Fun experience with kiddos and especially fantastic with the weenier dog races! The sun is intense during evenings so be prepared for the sun and sunburns. The restaurant with a table was nice to relax with tvs to also watch the races however no relief from the sun. read more

It's a fun place. However, unfortunately, they have never been able to control illegal doping and fixing of races. Do a Google query of suspended trainers and jockeys. You will be appalled by the results. Additionally, the gate starter often starts races when the favorite is antsy and moving and the gate crew holds favorites at the start of the race at a high frequency. If you like random gambling go for it. However, this track has never been legitimate. They cannot be trusted. read more

The track itself is nice and well-maintained. Concessions are reasonably good, also. The place is terribly dirty and not maintained. I saw a discarded ticket dated from several days ago. The grandstand seating was dirty when we arrived, so they'd obviously not been cleaned. There was no security check to enter and no security or ushers to be found in the seating areas. The "no smoking" policy is ignored in the posted areas, and no one to enforce it. The employees I encountered were pleasant and helpful. read more

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It's old but has its charm friendly people don't take kids too much smoke. Needs a fresh coat of paint and revival.

not my vibe. lot of smoking, sad people that bet on horses that race and die, staff here are nice though.

It was my first time. Good for anyone whom likes to gamble. Very entertaining to watch these beautiful horses race.

It was my first time at a race track. My family made it sound like this place was going to be dirty and ghetto. Maybe because they are comparing it to other race tracks but I have nothing to compare it to. I had so much fun. Entrance was $3 per person. Seniors $2. Bets are cheap and can be as low as $1. Concession food was decently priced. The place wasn't gross so I don't know what my family was taking about. I want to go back. read more

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I love this place, been going for 50 years. The semi recent addition of drone technology for the night racing is nothing short of fantastic. They really add a new level of perspective for the fans. Whomever the drone operators are, thanks for a job well done. read more

So fun! Almost a step back in time with this place. You can see the horses race. We went the night they had dachshund races. It was the best! If you plan to drink alcohol, be prepared for the long lines. The bartenders are doing their best; be sure to tip them! read more

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What a fun and exciting place !! Had a great night out with my 9yr old son , fun old school spot to grab some food and watch the ponys run !! Chili cheese dog and chili fries were on point , and all of the staff were friendly and helpful .. we are rookies in the horse betting game and the folks there were helpful and patient and even explained what kind of bets i should make .. fun place to take the family for something different for a night out .. highly recommend .. read more

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So much fun! I highly recommend checking out this race track. People are friendly plenty parking. Clerks are helpful, and there is lots of space inside. read more

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Dirty tables because they never clean. Also TV's are small and hard to see. No food to eat until 2.00 p.m. this guy is getting old and will be gone soon. Don't go there. Also when you go up to the vessels the person sits you down where they want you to sit and there's no one even in there. People want to eat and they only have hotdogs and salad. The room next to the clubhouse has tv's that you can't even see there so out dated. If you go to Santa Anita there constantly upgrading things to make it better for the consumer. Also the lady security guard that works outside patrolling is an asshole. The vessels club house should be first come first serve and this is why it's empty all the time. I know lots of friends that don't go there anymore. I brought a soft drink in there and the guy at the front gate told me I couldn't come in. You can bring coolers into Santa Anita with lots of food and drinks with no problem. You guys are just scaring everybody away from this place. I used to go into burkarts but 10.00 is a joke. Good luck who ever is running this place. read more

Winner winner chicken dinner! Never disappointed when we go to Los Alamitos for Kentucky derby Another winning birthday at Los Al read more

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Los Alamitos Race Course is gorgeous. I have been there several times during the summer Disneyland trip. I love to watch the horse racing. Best, Andrew Yu read more

It's sad to hear about all of the recent tragedies on the track, with that aside it is a beautiful park. Went when they had dollar beer and hotdogs, had a very nice time and even won some money. Go for the view, stay for the bets, and leave with a full stomach. The food is nothing to write home about, what do you expect, it's a race track. It was our first time so it was a bit confusing getting all situated, but once we figured out where everything was we had no problem getting back to our box seats and watching the races. The one thing that drops raining a little bit is there's trash all over the place, and we didn't see too many staff putting anything up. Other than that, we had a great time and no horses were injured while we were there! read more

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Not sure if anyone is responding to Yelp right now, but I just want to say that I've been on a mission to get the recipe for the mac & cheese that you serve at the regular concession stands. IT'S OUTSTANDING. Nothing fancy, just good, down home, simple, comforting mac & cheese with a bunch of flavor. I've been trying to Google it for years and I'm back on a mac & cheese kick right now. If anyone could respond to this, I'd be ecstatic!! Thank you!! read more

Awesome it is race trackers right over my back wall. 12 horses of died there in the last week . If you read the reports it's due to insect bites. There's also many horses quarantined.. I've been paying for pest control for many years since his home has been built. Due to the flying fest I know it's killing the horses. What do you think it's due to these people these new homes. Neighbors are getting sick. Things are not good.. read more

This place can be a hell of a lot of fun. You don't have to be a big gam or anything like that you can place two dollar beds and have fun all night long. read more

I was at the church literally next-door for a classical music recital. We did plan to go for a belated birthday dinner afterwards . My mom and her fiancé had been out of town for both of our birthdays . I was allowed to pick which restaurant so of course I picked the race track. I mean it was just the right thing to do with the gas prices being so high. From church to the race track. Let me tell you something about Christians we are not perfect. That's why we go to church. If you ever read any of my reviews you know that I'm a horse girl . It's just amazing how strong these animals are . It crazy all they eat is hay grass and supplements . I have so much respect for the horse . In my 20s I used to go to the racetrack all the time. My friend was definitely a regular . It really is a lovely way to spend the day outdoors . Watching some of my favorite four-legged friends show their skills . It's a very social event always running into a lot of old Hollywood people. I remember seeing Bob Hope a lot. Here's my tip on going to the race track pay fee to eat at the club. Then be a good little networker and befriend a regular. This is where my gift gab comes into play . For me personally this is a great place for me to come because I am a senior companion . I can get potential work here . I had a wonderful evening here at Los Alamitos race course meeting new friends eating a delicious Belated birthday meal and watching the ponies ( When I say ponies I mean race horses ) Definitely a five-star experience . read more

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I booked a reservation for the Vessels Club for Weiner Nationals. Rueben was a great help! My guests thoroughly enjoyed themselves. I think the "getting in the gate process" and the "getting in to the Vessels Club" process could have been a bit easier / better but all-in-all it all worked. Everyone said the food on the buffet was excellent. There wasn't much for me to eat that was gluten-free/dairy-free, only fruit, grilled vegetables, and a piece of beef. Our server Erin was a rockstar. She was amazing! Kudos to the whole team! read more

A dirty place full of weird uncles & divorced dads, wannabe cowboys, smoking southeast asians in Members Only jackets, unsupervised Tasmanian-Devil like kids, and Hispanics who will stare at your girl. Basically, the crowd is "People Who Fish Off of Piers." That said, I love it! It's great for GROUPS because it's super cheap to get in, with plenty of free parking and plenty of seating for all. Unlike a movie, there's no specific time you need to get there, and groups can just meet there. You have the choice of being inside or out, so you're never too hot or too cold, and you can walk around, viewing from the stands or up close on the rails. Don't miss the old school heavy-duty air hockey table in the arcade, the makeshift tv studio, the pre-race stables, and the winner's circle. And, of course, there's ALCOHOL. It's also great for FIRST DATES because it's a unique experience. (Plus, girls like horsies). Just don't let her see the horse's penises. Did I mention alcohol? The Mexican food is good, though I always wonder if I'm eating the horses who broke their legs. Hey, this #5 tastes like #4. Where's the alcohol? TIPS: Look east near the horizon for the Disneyland fireworks summer nights at 9:30. I mean, they'll be the size of your thumbnail, but they're still fireworks. And, every early June they have WIENER DOG races. Seriously. I couldn't get a seat last time I tried to go. It's ruff. As far as actually betting, if you don't know what you're doing, you can bet just $1 a race, every 20 minutes, with no risk. Newbies should just bet on ONE horse to SHOW- you won't win much, but the bet is easy, the odds are best, and it's easier to root for just one horse. If you place your bet with a human, just say "Los Alamitos, Race 4, $1 on Horse 6 to show". So go to the horse races. You will have fun, fo' (win place or) sho! (For some reason my reviews aren't linked to my many photos) read more

Great day at the track. Good food and service. Our yearly tradition of birthday at the track.

First time here and let me tell you i Had a blast of a time . Had a yelp coupon to enter The Burgrat Club and it was very nice facility with 60 tvs and bar and full menu a la carte ,cold AC . I was able to park for free and enter the race track through Burgrat for free. Win win win My first bet was a superfecta box $2.40 bet that came in for the win $48.50 I knew it was going to be a great day read more

Los Alimitos is the best racetrack in the OC. I have been coming here a long time to get my gamble on my horse. Very good casual atmosphere. People come from all over the world to exploration. Food is good and great people work here. Id love to see more races in the future. read more

Let's go people where talking horses I love watching the ponies as some may say. And this track is perfect live racing through the weekend. You can simulcast almost all the big track around the country and even pick up a couple from different countries. If you like going to the track you need to make it this one. read more