The poker room at the Riviera has Texas holdem $2/4, $3/6, $4/8 with a rake of 10 percent/$4 maximum. They also offer $2/5 no limit holdem with $100 minimum buy-in and no maximum. But there is a rake of 10 percent /$4 maximum. There are no tournaments and no Omaha or stud games.

With six tables the waiting time on weekends can be up to 15 minutes. The atmosphere here is friendly and peppy. This room is a part of the sports book, so it is easy to step out if you require a smoke. The dealers are quick to put players at ease and carry on a friendly banter throughout the game. There is a mixture of locals and tourists at the poker tables. If you are lucky you can find yourself at a table full of novices and make yourself some money.

The management is friendly, helpful and accessible. The waitresses are excellent and fast. They also offer food coupons worth $5 and casino rates for their already reasonably priced rooms.

This page was last updated on December 1, 2005.