East
Rutherford, NJ - There
were many aspects of Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment that left those in
attendance for the grand opening of the new $88 Million facility in awe.
Perhaps none more so than “Trotters,” a combination of owners boxes with
elegant dining in the warm ambiance of the atmosphere of a private club.
Filled with fireplaces, plush seating, wood-finish and decorated with the
memories of great stars of the sport, Trotters had those enjoying their evening
in one of the jewels of The Meadowlands buzzing.
Trotters
will be open during every live racing night as well as Kentucky Derby
Day. Those who own a membership to Trotters will always have first
priority for seating. In the event that space is available, New Jersey
licensed owners, trainers and drivers can reserve a spot for any racing night
other than the blackout dates listed below:
Saturday, November 30, 2013 – TVG FFA Championships / Fall Final Four
Saturday, May 3, 2014 – Kentucky Derby Day
Saturday, July 12, 2014 – Meadowlands Pace Night
Saturday, July 26, 2014 – Hambletonian Oaks Elimination Night
Saturday, August 2, 2014 – Hambletonian Day
These
“blackout dates” are members-only and there will be no charge for food for
members on these dates. On all other racing nights, when space is
available, a New Jersey licensed owner, trainer or driver can reserve a spot at
Trotters, including up to 3 guests. The price structure per-person for
non-members in Trotters is as follows for the buffet.
Thursday Night - $19.95
Friday Night - $29.95
Saturday Night - $39.95
Those
that are members of Trotters receive a $5.00 discount on all nights for all in
their party, up to 3 guests.
In
addition, all Trotters customers will be given a free program upon arrival and
owners that are spending their evening in Trotters and have purchased a buffet
when their horse wins will be offered a free buffet for two in Trotters for
their next visit.
This
venue was designed specifically to encourage owners of horses to come to The
Meadowlands to watch their horses race. “I am hopeful that providing our
owners with an opportunity to spend their evening in a venue like Trotters will
give them an incentive to come and watch their horse race,” said Meadowlands
Chairman Jeff Gural. “Trotters provides the perfect atmosphere for owners
to enjoy watching their horse race with family members and friends.”
Non-members
are encouraged to see the hostess of Trotters to inquire about availability
while members can contact Marianne Rotella at (201) 842-5059 to reserve their
priority seating. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are preferred.
