Lucky Chances sits in Colma — the small city just south of San Francisco known primarily as the location of dozens of cemeteries and, of course, Lucky Chances itself. For Peninsula players and San Franciscans, Lucky Chances is the go-to card room, and its consistent action across a wide range of games keeps it among the busiest rooms in the Bay Area.

The Room

Lucky Chances is a substantial operation. The floor handles a diverse player base and offers a notably wider range of game types than most NorCal rooms. Beyond the Texas Hold'em staples, the room maintains active spreads of Omaha Hi/Lo, 7-Card Stud, and a full suite of California and Asian games.

The room caters to a genuinely mixed crowd — local grinders, casual players from the city, and a strong contingent of Asian-American players who come specifically for the Pai Gow and Baccarat tables. That diversity keeps the games interesting.

Games Spread

• No-Limit Texas Hold'em (multiple stakes)
• Limit Texas Hold'em (various limits)
• Omaha Hi/Lo
• 7-Card Stud
• Pai Gow (Double Hand Poker)
• Baccarat
• Three Card Poker
• California-style Blackjack

The Omaha and Stud games make Lucky Chances notable — those variants have become harder to find at Bay Area rooms, but Lucky Chances keeps them in the mix for players who prefer those formats.

Tournaments

Lucky Chances runs regular tournaments throughout the week, with buy-ins typically ranging from $165 to $300 depending on the event. The room also hosts two notable annual series:

Battle of the Bay: Typically in April. A multi-day series with multiple events at various buy-ins. Popular with local players as a mid-stakes festival with genuine prize pools.

Summer Series: Typically in August. Another multi-event series. Full schedules are posted on PokerAtlas and the Lucky Chances website as dates approach.

Location

Hillside Boulevard in Colma, easily reached from the 280 freeway. For San Francisco residents, it's one of the closest card rooms — roughly 10 miles from downtown SF. BART runs nearby, making it accessible without a car.

The Verdict

Lucky Chances is a solid choice for Peninsula and San Francisco players. The game variety (especially Omaha and Stud) sets it apart, and the room's consistent action means you'll rarely be waiting long for a seat. The tournament series are worth circling on the calendar for local players who want competitive multi-day action without traveling far.

Must be 21+.