A Brief History:

The California Grand Casino has enjoyed a rich and colorful history. It all started back in 1854 when the Woodford Hotel and Saloon opened its doors and offered alcohol, women and gambling.

Located half way between Sacramento and San Francisco, Pacheco was built along side the Pacheco Creek, which served as a major shipping and receiving dock between the Diablo Valley and San Francisco Bay (which came right to the edge of town). Ranchers, farmers and miners would bring their goods and products to Pacheco to be shipped.

In 1863, while the town still was experiencing a boom, the Woodford was sold. Under the new ownership, the name was eventually changed to the Eagle Hotel. With the addition of a stable, the hotel became a stagecoach stop, drawing even more people to the action.

As the call of the Gold Rush Days began to fade, the hotel was sold again and renamed the Pacheco Inn. Finally, in 1979, Wil Wilkinson purchased the property, began improving the structure, changed the name to the California Grand Casino... and the games of chance have continued.

What's Hot Now!:

Although the California Grand Casino is a landmark of America's West, it doesn't mean that the card room is caught in the past. The games are dealt by friendly, well trained personnel who are surrounded by bits and pieces of the Old West.

The casino features some of the hottest tournament action anywhere, like the busy Texas Hold'em games that go on 24 hours a day. The popular Super Bad Beat Jackpots start at $70,000 and have resulted in a combined payout of over $2,500,000.

Also, Hot Action Blackjack® (a game invented by Wil Wilkinson) draws a large crowd of regulars who enjoy traditional card games. Played with multiple decks and jokers, Hot Action Blackjack® is similar to "Nevada-style Blackjack". And each player gets to be the player/dealer. It's great fun to play!

In addition to the games, Wilkinson offers FREE breakfast or lunch for players (no free lunch on Saturday or Sunday), Daily Player's Menu Specials (available 2:30 p.m. to 4 a.m.), tournaments, buffets, annual barbecues and various promotional events to entertain and educate patrons. Plus, the California Grand Casino offers players the Bay Area's best bonus programs (see the "What's Hot" page for details).

Drop in anytime. It's "where friends come to play" and the action is hot --- 24 hours a day!

It's truly "Your best bet in the Bay Area!"