How Do You Play Blackjack at a Casino?

When most people think of casinos, they think of the flashy lights and the endless rows of slot machines. While slots are a staple of any casino worth its salt, they are far from the only game available.

In fact, for many seasoned casino-goers, slots are nothing more than a way to pass the time between table games. Blackjack, poker, and roulette are far more popular games, and take up the majority of floor space in most casinos.

So, how do you play blackjack at a casino? First, find an open seat at a blackjack table that suits your budget. Smaller casinos may only have $5 or $10 tables, while larger ones will have tables with higher limits.

Once you’ve found a seat, buy in by exchanging cash for chips with the dealer.

Once you have your chips, it’s time to start playing. The basic premise of blackjack is to get as close to 21 as possible without going over (busting).

Each player is dealt two cards face up, while the dealer has one card face up and one face down (the hole card). Based on the values of your cards and the dealer’s up card, you will make one of four decisions: hit (take another card), stand (stay with your current hand), double down (double your bet and take one more card), or split (if you have two cards of the same value, you can split them into two separate hands).

After each player has made their decision, the dealer will reveal their hole card and resolve all bets. If your hand is closer to 21 than the dealer’s, you win! It’s that simple.

Now that you know how to play blackjack at a casino, go out and try your luck! Remember to stay within your budget and always gamble responsibly.