Iconic Hollywood Japanese Restaurant Coming to Foxwoods Casino

Yamashiro, a historic LA eatery, will open its first Connecticut location at Foxwoods Resort Casino.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut has announced the addition of Yamashiro, an iconic Japanese restaurant that first opened in Los Angeles in 1914. Yamashiro will be the casino's latest dining offering, joining a slate of other new gaming, hotel, and entertainment upgrades as part of Foxwoods' 34th anniversary celebration.

Why it matters

The addition of Yamashiro, a well-known California restaurant brand, is part of Foxwoods' strategy to continually refresh its dining, gaming, and entertainment options to maintain its status as a top casino destination in the Northeast. Bringing in a renowned restaurant like Yamashiro helps Foxwoods attract new visitors and remain competitive in the regional casino market.

The details

Yamashiro, which has also expanded to Miami, will be located in the Fox Tower at Foxwoods and is listed as "coming soon" on the casino's website. The restaurant will "set the standard for Connecticut nightlife," with DJs and music on Friday and Saturday nights. In addition to Yamashiro, Foxwoods announced newly renovated hotel suites in the Fox Tower, an "Innovation Hub" for new gaming, and a remodeled box office.

  • Foxwoods Resort Casino is celebrating its 34th year in operation.
  • Yamashiro opened its original location in Los Angeles in 1914.
  • Yamashiro expanded to Miami last year.
  • Foxwoods unveiled the new additions as part of its 34th anniversary celebration on Sunday.

The players

Foxwoods Resort Casino

A casino resort owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and located in Mashantucket, Connecticut.

Yamashiro

An iconic Japanese restaurant that first opened in Los Angeles in 1914 and has now expanded to Miami and will open its first Connecticut location at Foxwoods.

Jason Guyot

The president of Foxwoods Resort Casino.

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What they’re saying

“For 34 years, Foxwoods has set the standard for innovation and hospitality, and this milestone celebrates both our legacy and our future. Our focus remains on creating exceptional experiences through cutting-edge gaming, world-class dining, and premier entertainment that continue to shape the future of resorting.”

— Jason Guyot, President, Foxwoods Resort Casino (Foxwoods Resort Casino)

What’s next

Foxwoods has not yet announced an opening date for the new Yamashiro location, but it is listed as "coming soon" on the casino's website.

The takeaway

Foxwoods' addition of the iconic Yamashiro restaurant brand demonstrates the casino's commitment to continuously evolving its dining, gaming, and entertainment offerings to maintain its status as a top destination in the Northeast casino market.