That friendlier status is thanks to fewer pros playing there. But make no mistake, it’s still a popular place to play poker, and the games are arguably softer than “The Bike” or Commerce. This poker room doesn’t get the high-stakes recognition of some other spots on this list. It’s now a Los Angeles staple located at 1000 W Redondo Beach Boulevard in Gardena. The late Larry Flynt, founder of the Hustler adult magazine, also opened the Hustler Casino. You’ll find a good mix of pros, recreational players, high-stakes grinders, $1/$3 fish, and just about everything in between. Players travel far and wide to play at the legendary Bicycle Casino, and hundreds of locals visit the card room on a regular basis. This Los Angeles casino hosts the popular “Live at the Bike” cash game show, live-streaming Monday-Friday on a weekly basis. With 185 card tables spread out the spacious casino floor, it’s also the largest card room ever.

“ The Bike,” located at 888 Bicycle Casino Drive in Bell Gardens, is one of the most famous poker rooms in the world.

In no particular order, here are the best card rooms in L.A. boasts some of the juiciest games you’ll find anywhere, at any stakes. Southern California might not get the same international recognition for being a poker hotspot as Las Vegas about four hours to the east.

There are six Los Angeles poker rooms, including three of the largest in the world.