A Guide To Casino Tipping Etiquette

Navigating the incredibly complex, unwritten rules of social etiquette on a bustling casino floor can be highly stressful for a first-time visitor.


Failing to tip a hard-working dealer after a massive winning streak is considered an incredibly severe, highly offensive breach of casino etiquette.

The Etiquette of Tipping Dealers

There is absolutely no strict mathematical percentage required (like 20% at a restaurant), but a general rule is tipping $5 for every hour of standard play.


In blackjack, you simply place a chip just outside your betting circle, slightly closer to the dealer; if your hand wins, the dealer's tip also doubles.

Tipping is never legally required, but it guarantees significantly better, friendlier servicePlacing a bet for the dealer is much more exciting and appreciated than a flat cash handoutDealers pool their tips in many casinos, so your tip supports the entire shift of workers
Tipping for "Free" Casino Drinks

One of the greatest perks of playing in a physical Las Vegas casino is the steady, endless flow of complimentary alcoholic beverages.


Conversely, if you hand her a $5 chip for your very first beer, she will ensure your glass is never empty for the remainder of your entire session.

Slot Attendants and Jackpot Payouts

If you are incredibly lucky and hit a massive slot machine jackpot exceeding $1,200, the machine will lock up and require a "hand pay."


For example, if you win a $5,000 jackpot, peeling off a crisp $50 bill and handing it to the attendant is considered perfect, generous etiquette.

SituationStaff MemberAppropriate GratuitySlot Hand Pay ($5,000)Slot Attendant$20 to $50 (roughly 1%)Valet ParkingValet Driver$5 when picking up the car

Tipping is the ultimate grease that keeps the massive, chaotic gears of the physical casino machine running smoothly and pleasantly.