Empire Sportsmen’s Association is a long‑running Modesto card room known for classic table action in a compact, smoke‑free setting. Located on McHenry Avenue, the room typically spreads player‑favorites like blackjack, EZ Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Three Card Poker, and a few live poker tables, giving regulars and casual players an easy place to sit in on a game without the bustle of a mega‑casino. The floor is small and straightforward—more neighborhood card room than resort—which makes buy‑ins simple and play quick to join. If you’re after cards in north Modesto, this is one of the area’s most established options.