The craps table is undoubtedly the loudest, most energetic, and most intimidating area on any casino floor.
Once you understand the basic flow of the game, the intimidating layout starts to make perfect sense.
The Pass Line: The Only Bet You Need
Almost everyone at the table plays the Pass Line, as it represents betting with the shooter to win.
If the first roll of the dice is a 7 or an 11, the entire table celebrates and you double your money.
- The Pass Line bet has an incredibly low house edge of just 1.41%, making it one of the best bets in the casino
- You can place 'Odds' behind your Pass Line bet, which is the only wager in the building with a 0% house edge
- Most of the crazy proposition bets in the center of the table are terrible mathematically and should be avoided
Crucial Craps Etiquette
To avoid looking like a foolish tourist and halting the game, you must understand table manners.
Always buy your chips when the dice are in the center of the table, never while the shooter is preparing to throw.
| Behavior | Reasoning | Action to Take |
|---|---|---|
| Throwing the dice | They must hit the back wall to be random | Toss them smoothly, don't lob them high |
| Buying in | The game moves very fast | Wait for a pause in the action to drop cash |
Craps is the most social game in the casino, and joining a hot table is an unforgettable experience.
