Three Card Poker – quick to get into, clear flow

If you like poker but don’t feel like complicated rounds, Three Card Poker is a great fit for you. You play with just three cards and after the deal you simply decide whether you want to keep playing or fold.

The pace is fast, the rules are easy to follow, and you’re not playing against other people at the table, but directly against the dealer. That keeps it nicely focused: you look at your hand, compare it with the dealer’s hand at the end – done.

What you might like about Three Card Poker

• Only three cards per hand: easy to understand and quick to play.
• You play against the dealer: no stress with opponents or table dynamics.
• One clear decision per round: play on or fold.
• Bonus bets as an extra: optionally, you can use additional side bets that are settled separately.
• Dealer qualification: The dealer needs Queen High or better for the round to count as a regular showdown – that makes settlement transparent.

Optional, if you want more variety

Alongside the main game, there are extra options via side bets (e.g. Pair Plus Bonus bet and 6 Card Bonus bet). They’re evaluated independently of the head-to-head against the dealer and add a different kind of thrill to the round – without you having to learn new basic rules.

FAQ

What exactly is Three Card Poker?

Three Card Poker is a casino poker game where you play a three-card hand against the dealer. The goal is to have the better three-card poker hand at the end. The rounds are short because only a few cards are compared per hand.

Who do you play against – other players or the dealer?

You play directly against the dealer. Other people at the table don’t influence your cards or your result. That makes the game especially enjoyable if you’re simply looking for a fast poker variant.

Which poker hands count with three cards?

The familiar poker hand rankings apply in a three-card version, for example a pair, three of a kind, a straight, or a flush. The strength of your hand decides whether you’re ahead compared to the dealer.

What does “Dealer plays with Queen High or better” mean?

The dealer must have at least Queen High or a better hand to qualify. If the dealer doesn’t qualify, the round is settled differently than in a normal head-to-head – but you can clearly see at the table whether the dealer meets the requirement.

Are there side bets and how do they work?

Yes, there are optional side bets like Pair Plus Bonus bet and 6 Card Bonus bet. These are settled separately and are based on how strong certain card combinations are. You can use them, but you don’t have to – the main game works without side bets too.