Caribbean Stud
A casino table game based on poker, played against the House instead of other players.
Caribbean Stud Poker is a popular casino card game that combines elements of traditional poker with a house-banked game structure. It is typically played against the dealer rather than against other players. Here are the key features of Caribbean Stud Poker:
Game Structure: Players are dealt five cards, while the dealer receives five cards as well, but only one of the dealer's cards is face up (the "upcard").
Betting: Players must place an initial bet to participate. After receiving their cards, they have the option to either continue playing by making a second bet (usually double the initial bet) or to fold, forfeiting their initial bet.
Dealer's Qualification: The dealer must have at least an Ace-King high to qualify. If the dealer does not qualify, players who have not folded win even money on their original bet, and the second bet is returned.
Payouts: If the dealer qualifies and the player has a better hand, the player wins based on the strength of their hand according to traditional poker hand rankings. Payouts can vary based on the specific hand (e.g., flush, straight, full house) and may include a progressive jackpot side bet in some casinos.
Strategy: While there is an element of luck, players can use basic strategy to decide when to fold or continue based on their hand and the dealer's upcard.
Caribbean Stud Poker is known for its straightforward rules and the excitement of potentially large payouts, especially with the progressive jackpot feature.
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