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Originally Posted by holdtheline
I'll have to second this non-recommendation. NoVa Poker Club is a home business. The game is unraked, but the gentleman who hosts the game is doing so to earn a living. Therefore, if he thinks someone else will make the host more money than you, you will get booted (uninvited) without warning or explanation. He's dishonest and I would not recommend anyone ever go to this game.
Even though I don't recommend this place anymore, I don't agree with the "dishonest" description. The hosts are upfront about what they do, as long as you understand that what they do is not a home game that they host, but a for-profit card club at this point. The way I understand it, some folks were uninvited because they are not what is thought of as "action" players. The hosts want a lot of actions, so there are larger pots. Larger pots usually means larger tips for the host, who is the dealer all the time. He does also play at times, but it's not common, and he continues to deal while he plays. If you are not a player who helps build large pots, you will be either placed on the waiting list in favor of players who will, or you are uninvited from the club.
I heard a discussion at another game that this game is getting a higher profile on the local card scene. The increase in stakes and games (they are running 4 games a week, spreading from 1/2 to 2/5) also increases the chance to bring unwanted attention from folks with badges or ski masks. Neither one would be good.