Opened in 1983, the privately-owned Commerce Casino and Resort sits a mere five miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles in the city of Commerce. The Commerce poker room is the largest— based on number of tables—in the world. With 243 tables—and plans for 100 more in the near … [Read more...]
Venetian Poker Room: Boycott and Sheldon Adelson
Since the whole Black Friday debacle, debate over the future of online poker has occupied many poker discussions across the U.S. The Venetian Poker Room has landed right in the middle of the debate as numerous poker pros are boycotting this well known property. Why the … [Read more...]
Mandalay Bay Poker Room: Small but Chock Full of Action
Located at the far south end of the Las Vegas Strip is the MGM-owned Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. Opened in 1999, the Mandalay Bay Poker Room is a nice little room . Adjacent to the sportsbook in its own elevated area stands the Mandalay Bay Poker room. With Roman-style … [Read more...]
Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Poker Room: Is it Out of This World?
For a casual, fun poker room on the Strip that offers numerous promotions and tournaments look no further than the Planet Hollywood Las Vegas poker room. Overview Planet Hollywood Las Vegas sits atop the space formerly occupied by the Aladdin Hotel and Casino on the Vegas … [Read more...]
Bicycle Casino Poker Room Review
The world-famous Bicycle Casino—lovingly nicknamed “the Bike”—is a Los Angeles staple. At first glance, the 100,000-square-foot Bicycle Casino poker room is, indeed, the gold standard when it comes to poker rooms. However, when you read some reviews, people either love the Bike … [Read more...]
Foxwoods Poker Room: What You Need to Know
Located in the Foxwoods Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut, the Foxwoods poker room is the largest poker room on the East Coast and the largest casino-based poker room in the world. Foxwoods hosts World Series of Poker (WSOP) circuit events, WPT tournaments, and the Foxwoods … [Read more...]
The Bellagio Poker Room Review: Extravagance Defined
The Bellagio poker room is one of the largest and most luxurious in Las Vegas. Its history, game options, and the availability of high stakes make the Bellagio one of the most famous poker rooms in the world. Overview Located near the sports book, the Bellagio poker room is one … [Read more...]
The Borgata Poker Room: An Insider’s Guide Every Visitor Should Read
My name is Katie Stone and I play online poker in New Jersey for a living. I started playing poker casually in 2005 and by the end of 2009, I was a full-time online MTT grinder. Since I was born and raised in NJ, the majority of my live poker experience has taken place at … [Read more...]
What is Bravo Poker Live and the Bravo Poker App?
Bravo Poker is a convenient, secure, and free poker information source available on the web and via a mobile app. Created by Genesis Gaming Solutions, Bravo Poker Live acts as a liaison between poker room managers and poker players all over the world. The Bravo Poker App provides … [Read more...]
The 10 Best Poker Players of All Time (Earnings-Wise)
There is a lot of money to be made playing poker. Many of the game's best players have climbed the ladder and made millions on the live and virtual felt. Let's take a look at the top ten best poker players of all time, based on tournament earnings. Honorable mentions First, a … [Read more...]
Red Rock Poker Room Review: A Nice Off-Strip Venue
Las Vegas is chock full of poker rooms, and there really is one for everyone. In the category of off-the-beaten-path rooms is the awesome Red Rock poker room. Red Rock Casino opened in 2006 and sits on a roomy 70 acres near downtown Summerlin just off West Charleston Boulevard … [Read more...]
Aria Poker Room Review: Is It Worth Your Rake?
For a taste of true Las Vegas high-roller poker, the Aria poker room is the place to play! Owned by MGM Resorts International, the Aria opened in 2009 and has since become quite popular with tourists and locals alike. A number of poker pros also favor this opulent, … [Read more...]
CoinPoker: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?
The increased popularity of cryptocurrency has led to its expanded use in many spaces, and online poker is one of them. Among the myriad of cryptocurrency-based online poker sites is CoinPoker. Like other sites that rely on sponsorship by well-known poker pros, CoinPoker is … [Read more...]
Golden Nugget Poker Room Review: A Taste of Old Las Vegas
The Golden Nugget poker room is located in the famed Golden Nugget in the heart of downtown Las Vegas across Fremont Street from the legendary Binion’s Gambling Hall. This room's High Roller Suite is the home of the legendary television show High Stakes Poker for seasons one, … [Read more...]
Mirage Poker Room Review: Are the New Digs Worth the Trip?
Once one of the longest continuously running poker rooms in Las Vegas prior to 25 January 2015, the Mirage poker room closed for nearly four months after a remodel. Despite the update, the Mirage poker room touts itself as where the past meets the present and where history … [Read more...]
Top 5 Pennsylvania Poker Rooms for Cash Games & Tournaments
Pennsylvania poker rooms have become a go-to destination for players of all skill levels in the northeastern United States. The Keystone State represents one of the largest land-based casino markets in North America since it authorized real money gambling over a decade ago. And … [Read more...]
