A short note on what this guide is, what it isn’t, and how we decide which card rooms make the list.
There are no scores, no star ratings and no sponsored ribbons here, only a plain opinion from people who like a seat at a good table.
Is there a dedicated card room with a proper atmosphere, tidy tables and dealers who keep the game moving?
How far is it from the last hand to a mattress, and is that walk sensible at the hour you’ll be making it?
Is poker a regular, visible part of the programme, and can a newcomer find a seat without feeling lost?
Do staff treat you properly, make the rules clear and respect the player who calls it a night?
Deck & Domino began with a simple annoyance: it’s easy to find a casino listing and hard to find an honest word on whether the poker is any good, or where you sleep when it’s over. So we keep to six venues and say what we think of each.
We are not connected to any venue, we take no money for placement, and we have no affiliate links. Details do change, so please confirm schedules, hours, dress and rooms with the venue directly, and contact us at [email protected] if something looks out of date. Gambling is for adults aged 18 and over.
Spotted something out of date, or a house we’ve missed? Write to us at [email protected].