Pai Gow Poker
Seven cards, two hands, many ties.
Pai Gow Poker is played with 53 cards (incl. joker). You receive seven cards and split them into a 5-card and a 2-card hand. Both must beat the dealer's respective hand.
Rules
- Seven cards per player
- Split into 'High' (5) and 'Low' (2)
- 5-card hand must outrank 2-card hand
- Both win = win, one = push, none = loss
- 5% commission on wins
How to play
- Place bet
- Sort the seven cards
- Compare against dealer
Tips & Strategy
- Follow the 'House Way' — the casino's standard sort is usually optimal
- Two pairs: higher pair on top, smaller below
- Single ace usually goes in low hand
Common mistakes
- Wrong split (Low > High = foul, loss)
- Misusing the joker
Odds & Probability
House edge
~2.5%
Push rate
~40%
Commission
5%
The high push rate makes Pai Gow one of the lowest-variance casino games.
FAQ
＋What is 'House Way'?
The casino's prescribed optimal sort. You can usually apply it with one click.