An evening of live poker, warm hospitality, and the quiet thrill of the felt.
The venue transforms after dark into a low-lit card lounge where every detail is considered. Guests arrive for the game and stay for the restaurant, the conversation, and the atmosphere at 18 Lonsdale Street, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia.
Reserve a SeatPoker nights at Poker Foyer Light Ningridge are designed as complete evenings, where the game, the room, and the table service work together.
The card lounge is prepared hours before guests arrive: felt brushed, chairs adjusted, lighting dimmed to the right warmth.
A dedicated host welcomes each player and guides them through the evening's rhythm.
The restaurant and bar remain open throughout, so the night flows naturally between hands, courses, and conversation.
Guests are welcomed at the door, offered a drink from the bar, and given a few minutes to settle before the first hand. The host shows each player to their seat and explains the evening's format. The restaurant menu is available from the start, so players can order before or during play.
The card room settles into its rhythm: the shuffle, the deal, the quiet focus between hands. Play is structured and respectful, with clear house rules and a dedicated dealer or table manager. Breaks are built into the schedule, allowing players to stretch, order food, or step outside.
As the final hands are played, the room softens. Guests linger over a last drink or a late plate from the kitchen. The restaurant remains open until the last table finishes, so no one is rushed. It is common for players to stay and talk long after the cards are put away.
The restaurant at Poker Foyer Light Ningridge is not an afterthought; it is part of the evening's design.
Poker nights run on a regular weekly schedule, with occasional special evenings announced in advance.
A relaxed evening for players of all experience levels.
The venue's flagship evening with the fullest tables and latest kitchen.
A later start for those who prefer a more nocturnal rhythm.
Poker nights at Poker Foyer Light Ningridge are built on a shared understanding of courtesy and focus.
Poker nights at Poker Foyer Light Ningridge welcome players of all experience levels, and the staff are happy to help newcomers feel at ease. It is in-person poker at its most welcoming.
"It's the only place in Canberra where I can play live poker, have a proper dinner, and still be home before midnight. The room feels like it was made for these nights."
— A regular guest
Seats for poker nights are limited to keep the room comfortable. Reserve ahead to guarantee your place.
Call the venue or use the contact form to request a reservation. Walk-ins are welcome when space allows, but reservations are recommended for Friday and Saturday nights.
Call +61 413 695 827 Email [email protected]Find us at 18 Lonsdale Street, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia. The venue is easily reached by car or public transport.
Parking is available nearby. The restaurant opens before poker nights begin, so you can arrive early and dine first.
Contact UsPoker nights here are not just about the cards. They are about the room, the people, the food, and the feeling of being somewhere that takes the game seriously without taking itself too seriously.
Every detail, from the felt to the glassware, is chosen to make the evening feel complete. It is offline poker, in-person poker, live poker — the way it was meant to be played.
