Police are investigating the incident of criminal damage to Admiral Casino on Portswood Road, Southampton.
The man tried to force entry after being refused due to holding a bottle of alcohol, police say.
Significant damage was caused to the front door and window.
The incident occurred on Portswood Road shortly after 11pm on June 19.
The man is described as black, aged between 18 and 30, with a slender build.
He was wearing a blue Nike tracksuit and silver glasses.
Anyone with information should call 101, referencing 44250270651, or submit details via Hampshire police’s website.