A longtime local favorite in downtown Santa Cruz, Oceanview Card Room deals friendly, low-key action just steps from Pacific Avenue. The room spreads Texas Hold’em and Omaha, plus player-banked Pure 21.5 blackjack, with three weekly Hold’em tournaments that keep the energy lively. Expect a compact, welcoming space with TVs for the game, a non‑smoking environment, phone‑in lists, USB chargers, and Wi‑Fi—ideal for settling in at a cash table or testing your tournament chops. Call ahead to confirm today’s games and jump on a list before you arrive.