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Yaamava’ Resort & Casino Wins 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice

Award for Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas. Both Tribal Owned and

Operated Properties Win Big With the Reader’s Choice Awards

HIGHLAND, CA. (September 8, 2023) — Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel has been named the winner in two catego-
ries in the 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. First for the Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas, ranked No. 1 among fans
nationwide and Yaamava’s fine dining restaurant, The Pines Modern Steakhouse, was also voted the ‘Best Casino Restaurant’ this year.
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino Wins 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Award

Yaamava’ Resort & Casino is owned and operated by the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. San Manuel Gaming & Hospitality
Authority’s Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, was also among the USA Today rankings. Palms’ A.Y.C.E Buffet was ranked fifth
place for the Best Casino Restaurant in the United States, bringing in an additional win for the Tribe.

“We are honored to be recognized as the best casino by USA Today’s readers across the nation.” said Kenji Hall, General Manager at
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel. “The Tribe and our team members work hard to ensure our guests have a memorable, best-in-
class experience across the property. This prestigious achievement speaks volumes to both their dedication and hard work to ensure our
valued guests encounter an unforgettable experience.”

Yaamava’ Resort & Casino is the No. 1 entertainment destination in Southern California offering casino gaming, live performances
from iconic artists, Forbes Travel Guide and AAA Diamond award-winning luxury resort accommodations, dining and world-class spa.
With over 7,000 slots – the most in the West with multiple world-premieres each year, Yaamava' is California’s best destination for the
most elite gaming and entertainment experiences.

Guests at Yaamava’ can indulge in exquisite dining and hand-crafted cocktails at The Pines Modern Steakhouse, which serves certi-
fied 100% Japanese Kobe Beef steaks, fresh pastas made from scratch, and a world-class cache of rare and cult wines and spirits from
the resort’s exclusive Collection 86. The Pines is one of over 20 venues to wine and dine throughout the resort, spanning from 5-star to
fast casual.

Guests visiting Palms Casino Resort partake in a culinary trip around the world at the A.Y.C.E. Buffet. The 250-seat venue features
seven unique food stations – World Pan, Revival, The Greenery, The Roastery, The Hearth, Smoke & Fire, Sweet & Light – each filled
with culinary delights.

Yaamava’s and Palms’ nominations were chosen by a panel of experts, including a combination of editors from USA TODAY, editors
from 10Best.com, relevant expert contributors, and sources for both these media and other Gannett properties before being voted on by
the public online.

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