So how does the betting work? In most games you must at least ante something just to get cards dealt. There are three options available for the players after the deal of the cards. To call means to make a bet, which at least matches the previous bet. The Raise option means that you make the highest bet on the table. After you call the other amount it is basically up to you how much you want to bet. Let's take the example from above: somebody on the table raises a dollar, you have to call him with a dollar and then you can raise whatever you want. Some casinos limit the raising amount. Players can’t exceed this raising amount. If you fold you drop out of the current round and lose any chance of winning the pot in the middle. This should be done if you think your hand has no chance of winning anyway. Casino Poker Ante.