Blackjack Table

The blackjack table is in the shape of a semi-circle, usually with padded edges and space for five up to seven seated players to lean on as they play. Some tables actually seat only five or six players.

The dealer stands in the middle of the flat edge, opposite the players. In front of him you'll see the chip rack, which is a tray of chips differently colored, and each color represent a particular dollar value or denomination. In front of the dealer is also a spot for him to place his cards.

In a semi-circle, the players have their spot to lay down their bets, and in front of every seat is a white square box where the dealer lays the players cards. On the table felt are written some specific rules that let you know how well blackjack pays, what rate for insurance that table has and also you can find out the dealers rules for hitting or standing at that respective table.

Another thing to count for when playing blackjack in a casino is to look for what type of blackjack is played at the table you choose. In most of the casinos is played a multi-deck game, usually called shoe game (normally containing 4,6 or 8 decks of cards), because the cards are dealt from a rectangular wedge-shaped holder called 'shoe'. However, there will be casinos where you will find games of two decks or even single deck, but those places are very rare.

Every player, whether he's playing online or in a casino he should know what is about and how the game works. Off course this includes knowing the number of decks being used, how they're being dealt, house specific rules that you should be aware of (for example whether or not the player can touch the cards) and last but not least important, the specific betting limits for the table.

Most of these questions can usually be answered by simply reading the posted signs (if any), asking the dealer or even taking a few minutes to observe a game for yourself.