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.


Once you understand the basic flow of the game, the intimidating layout starts to make perfect sense.

Understanding the Pass Line Bet

If you are a complete beginner, the only place you ever need to put your chips is on the 'Pass Line'.


If the first roll of the dice is a 7 or an 11, the entire table celebrates and you double your money.

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
How to Avoid Angering the Dealers and Players

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.