New Restaurants + Luxury Upgrades at Hard Rock AC in 2026
Summary
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has announced a $50 million capital improvement project planned for 2026. This project includes renovations to over 768 guest rooms and suites in the North Tower, including a complete overhaul of the eight penthouses on the top floor to attract high-paying clientele. The casino walkways and beachfront amenities will also be refreshed. In addition to the renovations, Hard Rock will open two new restaurants this year: Sitar, an East Indian restaurant expected to open in April, and an in-house location of Federal Donuts & Chicken. Further improvements include new carpeting, electric vehicle chargers, exterior renovations to the South Tower, and a $40 million investment in live entertainment for 2026. The Hard Rock opened in 2018 after a $500 million transformation of the former Taj Mahal casino.
(Source:New Jersey 101.5)