Metelitsa ('Blizzard')
Novyi Arbat Ulitsa, 21
About
During the Soviet period, this place allegedly attracted a clientele consisting of illegal currency dealers and crime chiefs. A good deal of the so-called 'Golden Youth' of the sixties and seventies hung around here, attracted by the repuatation of the club as a "western"-style establishment. At that time there was of course no casino, since any kind of gambling was a serious crime. Now though, they have a special VIP hall with a Wheel of Fortune, a cherry casino, and full entertainment complex. Further, there are 11 tables for Blackjack, 10 tables for American Roulette, 7 tables for Poker and many slot machines. Admission chips may be used in the restaurant. The Sport Metelitsa section has its own casino with free admission, darts, virtual golf and board games. There's also a restaurant and nightclub offering fine cuisine on the one hand and live music and shows on the other.
