A Beginner's Guide To Playing Casino Craps

The craps table is undoubtedly the loudest, most energetic, and most intimidating area on any casino floor.


You do not need to memorize every single bet on the board to have a fantastic time playing craps.

The Most Important Craps Bet

Almost everyone at the table plays the Pass Line, as it represents betting with the shooter to win.


On the very first roll (the Come Out roll), your Pass Line bet wins instantly if the shooter throws a 7 or 11.

If any other number is rolled (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10), that number becomes the 'Point'Once the point is established, the shooter must roll that exact number again before rolling a 7 to winIf a 7 rolls before the point, the game ends, everyone loses, and the dice pass to the next player
Unwritten Rules of the Craps Table

Craps has a lot of superstition and physical movement, meaning there are several unwritten rules you must obey.


Always buy your chips when the dice are in the center of the table, never while the shooter is preparing to throw.

Rule of EtiquetteWhy It MattersConsequence of Breaking ItHands up when dice rollDice hitting hands alters the rollYou will anger everyone at the tableNever say the word 'Seven'It is considered incredibly bad luckYou will be glared at by superstitious players

Stick to the basics, mind your hands, and enjoy the incredible energy of the craps pit.