New Lucky Duck Casino lucky with opening new business in area
If you drive down Cleveland Avenue on a Thursday night, you will see that the new Lucky Duck Casino is packed from the show of cars in the parking lot.
Owner Fran Cernuska said the move of the business from Cape Coral to North Fort Myers has been lucky for her and her family members that participate in the business.
“We were in Cape Coral for over two years and wanted to expand, so we looked for different locations. We like this one in North Fort Myers.”
She said her son John and daughter-in-law Michelle Cernuska are key to the family business.
Thursdays are particularly popular, she said, and business has been growing.
The Lucky Duck had a Grand Opening on Saturday, Aug. 7, with giveaways including a 32″ Flat Screen TV. “We had a great time, a great turnout. We even had a dance contest and couples who danced got free play.”
Some of the features of the casino include match play, a money blowing machine where guests can grab cash and Lucky Square. Lucky Square is a board where winners get a square and a chance to win again, said Cernuska. “There are 100 squares and when they are filled with winners we will have a drawing.”
There are Vegas-style games and points are redeemed for gift certificates. “We have gift certificates for many restaurants, Wal-Mart and Pulix and pre-paid Visa Cards.”
The Lucky Duck also features a light continental breakfast, lunch, dinner and beverages at no charge. “Customers like that.”
She said she likes her new customer base. “The people in North Fort Myers are are the nicest people. They are very polite, courteous, laid back and grateful.” She said a lot of her old customers from the Cape are also now frequenting the business. “We get to know our customers,” Cernuska said. “A lot of them say they feel this a home away from home.”
They do the Lucky Duck Money Blowing Machine on Fridays, and spin The Lucky Duck Money Wheel on Sundays for free play.
To learn more detail about the specials, visit the casino or call 217-0126.
Hours are Sunday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The Lucky Duck Casino is located at 14731 N. Cleveland Ave. in North Fort Myers.