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Rivers Philadelphia Poker Room

Rivers Philadelphia Poker Room
United States
1001 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
(877) 477-3715
https://www.riverscasino.com/philadelphia/casino/poker-room

Rivers Philadelphia Poker Room Features

  • Cash games
  • Tournaments
  • Promotions
  • 28 Tables

Rivers Philadelphia Poker Room Details

There are plenty of great places to play live poker in Pennsylvania, and the Rivers Casino Philadelphia is one of them. Formerly known as the Sugar House Casino, it is home to the Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room.

With 28 tables offering cash games around the clock and regular tournaments on the schedule, there is always a game to be found in the Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room. The tables use autoshufflers and players can get tableside drinks and food orders making this a classic stop for Philly-based poker players.

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Rivers Casino Philadelphia poker room entrance.

Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room Contact Information

General Manager 
Eric Althaus 
Phone 
(877) 477-3715 
Social Media 
Instagram: @riverscasinophiladelphiaTwitter: @riverspokerphl

Read more about Eric Althaus's role at Rivers Casino Philadelphia here!

Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room Cash Games

GameStakes
No Limit Hold'em$1/$2
No Limit Hold'em$1/$3
No Limit Hold'em$2/$5

With 28 tables in the poker room, there is plenty of room for players to find a game. The majority of the action is low-stakes no limit hold'em��mostly $1/$2, with a few higher-stakes games starting up as traffic increases in the evening.

You can almost always find a $1/$2 no limit hold'em table running, no matter the time of day or day of the week. During the evening, there are a few $1/$3 no limit hold'em tables are added to the mix. And at high-traffic times like weekend evenings, the stakes sometimes get up to $2/$5.

However, mixed game and Omaha players will be disappointed as the tables are usually hold'em only.

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Rivers Casino Philadelphia

Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room Tournaments

With 28 tables, each equipped with autoshufflers, the Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room is an ideal tournament location. The room hosts regular weekly tournaments as well as occasional special events like the Ultra Rush series

Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room runs one or two regular poker tournaments almost every day. The flagship events are the $200 no limit hold'em event on Monday evenings, the $140 no limit hold'em event on Wednesday evenings, and a $200 no limit hold'em event on Saturday afternoons. In addition to this are smaller regular weekly events that range from $55 to $80 buy-ins.

There is also a regular "Young At Heart" charitable tournament in which players who donate money or canned goods can get additional starting chips. So you can enjoy some poker and do a good deed at the same time.

What Is It Like To Play In The Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room?

The Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room is a large, well-lit room set aside just for poker games. The room is carpeted in a Hick's Hexagon-style that echoes Overlook Hotel while wall-mounted TVs display tournament information and high-profile sporting events.

The room is fully enclosed, cutting out much of the hubbub from the casino floor, and its a decent size at 28 tables. The staff are professional and friendly and you get order cocktails and food directly to your table.

The poker room at the Rivers Casino Philadelphia runs twice daily high-hands promotions for a few hundred dollars as well as an occasional massive $10,000 high-hand giveaway on special days.

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Rivers Casino Philadelphia poker room.

When Did Rivers Casino Philadelphia Open?

The Sugar House Casino opened on the site on September 23, 2010 after earning its gaming license from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board in 2006.

After operating as the Sugar House for almost a decade, the Sugar House's owners Rush Street Gaming rebranded the Sugar House to the Rivers Casino Philadelphia. This was done to the branding of other Rush Street Gaming properties. The casino opened under the new name for the first time on October 29, 2019.

The Rivers Casino Philadelphia

The Rivers Casino Philadelphia has everything you'd expect from a modern casino.

The casino offers all the classic table games you would expect like slots, blackjack, craps, and roulette. Plus there are three types of baccarat and a selection of against-the-dealer poker variations.

Players who are less interested in table games will also be able to find a bank of slot machines to keep their interest. Meanwhile, sports bettors are serviced by the 5,700-square-foot viewing area with a wall of HD video monitors and 33 self-service betting kiosks as well as and 6 betting windows.

Dining at Rivers Casino Philadelphia

There are several dining options at the Rivers Casino Philadelphia.

If you're looking for a quick snack, Rita's Italian Ice, Coffee Spot, and Dunkin are available.

For a more substantial bite, Rivers Casino Philadelphia has several restaurants and bars offering everything from riverfront dinners to the more casual atmosphere of a sports bar.

Mian offers Asian food, Martorano's Prime offers Italian, while Flipt and Jack's Bar & Grill offer American classics. So, there's something to everyone's taste.

Rivers Casino Philadelphia Shopping

There are no retail outlets in Rivers Casino Philadelphia.

However, its location in the heart of Philadelphia puts the Rivers Casino near to several shopping districts.

Rivers Casino Philadelphia Poker Room FAQ

When did Rivers Casino Philadelphia open for the first time?

The Rivers Casino Philadelphia opened as the Sugar House Casino in 2010, changing its name and branding to Rivers Casino Philadelphia on October 29, 2019.

Who owns Rivers Casino Philadelphia?

Rivers Casino Philadelphia is owned by Rush Street Gaming.

Can you play poker at Rivers Casino Philadelphia?

Yes. The Rivers Casino Philadelphia has a 28-table poker room.

Does the Rivers Casino Philadelphia host poker festivals and series?

Yes. As well as several weekly poker tournaments, the Rivers Casino Philadelphia also hosts poker festivals and series throughout the year.

Does the Rivers Casino Philadelphia have a hotel?

Yes. The Riversuites at The Battery Philadelphia is located just up the river from the Rivers Casino Philadelphia.

Cash Games

With 28 tables, there is always cash game action to be found in the Rivers Philadelphia Poker Room.

Unfortunately for mixed game enthusiasts, No-Limit Hold'em is the only cash game correctly running in the Rivers Philadelphia Poker Room. $1/$2 No-Limit Hold'em games run around the clock, while $1/$3 games run in the evening and $2/$5 tables run during busy hours.