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Board games (roulette, poker, blackjack) - Panama
Briefly about the main thing
Where to play: the main concentration of tables - Panama City (casino at 4-5 hotels); there are smaller sites in Colón (port area) and David (Chiriquí).
Age/access: entry with 21 +, passport/ID at the entrance and when issuing a player card.
Limits: typical lows of $5-10 per table (higher in the capital in the evening), VIP zones - higher.
Regulation: all casinos operate under Junta de Control de Juegos (JCJ) licenses; standards of responsible play apply.
Where to look for tables
Panama City: flagship casinos under JW Marriott, Hilton, Marriott, Sheraton, Sortis - a wide selection of roulette/blackjack, sometimes poker rooms and VIP lounges.
Colón (Port Colón 2000): compact tables for cruise traffic (schedule depends on liner calls).
David: 2-4 tables in the casino at hotels/malls; emphasis on slots, tables active in the evening.
Roulette: what to expect at the table
Formats:- Most often - American roulette (00); in large halls there are European (0) and electronic stations with a live wheel.
- The minimum bet on external fields is usually $5-10, on direct numbers - from $1-2 (depending on the site). VIP - higher.
- European roulette - lower casino advantage (house edge), look for it whenever possible.
- Chips are colored, set to "No more bets," do not touch the win before counting by the dealer.
- At electronic stations - faster pace, fix limits in advance.
Blackjack: Rules and "fine print"
Basic rule set (common):- 6-8 decks, the dealer takes the card on soft-17 (sometimes it costs - check the rule plate).
- Downbets: double at 9-11 (sometimes for any two cards), split up to 3-4 times; double after split - according to the rules of the table.
- Insurance against the dealer ace is standard, but mathematically disadvantageous.
- Min. the rate is often $5-10, high-limits are in VIP.
- Play according to the basic strategy (pocket cheat sheet in the fishholder of many casinos).
- Avoid side-beta (Perfect Pairs, 21 + 3): fun but high edge.
- Signal decisions with gestures (hit/stand/split/double) - chamber fixation for disputes.
Poker: cash games and tournaments
Formats:- Cash games are most often Texas Hold'em (1/3, 2/5 USD) in the evenings in large metropolitan casinos; official poker rooms operate on schedule.
- Tournaments - periodic weekend events; buy-ins from $50- $300 in mass, less often - batches higher.
- In small towns - sporadic cash tables on peak days.
- The rake is fixed on the table scoreboard (cap); bad-bit jackpots are possible in individual halls.
- Waiting list entry at the pit boss/through the rack; take ID.
- Etiquette: Do not discuss giveaways in the process, do not reveal cards until showdown, observe table stakes.
Tip, comp and service
Dealer Tip: Roulette/Blackjack - $1-2 for winning hand/spin; poker - $1- $3 per bank (according to local practice).
Drinks/breaks: Drinks in the hall are often complementary; pause - put the strap/plate "reserved."
Player Cards: Save points on food/drink/hotel night; present the card to the dealer/pit boss.
Responsible play and safety
Set time and bankroll limits; Reminders are available in hotel applications.
For large winnings, prepare an ID (the cashier has the right to request KYC).
Do not put your phone/wallet on the edge of the table; use the in-room safe and the official taxi at night.
Mini-FAQ
Do tables work 24/7?
In the capital - many yes; in the regions - more often until late at night.
Is there a dress-code?
In general, smart casual; in VIP rooms - neat evening style.
Can I smoke?
As a rule, in the halls - no; there are dedicated areas/terraces.
Can I take pictures?
Removing the table/game process is usually forbidden; check with staff.
Rookie checklist
Choose a game and limit comfortable for your bankroll.
Read the table rule plate (soft-17, doubles, splits, payouts).
Take a player card and follow the promotions (match-play, free bet).
Keep betting discipline and take breaks.
Board games in Panama are primarily a level service of hotel casinos in Panama City and calm, affordable limits in tourist areas. Pace roulette, strategy blackjack, competitive poker - any of the formats are easy to integrate into a traveler's evening plan, following JCJ rules, etiquette and a reasonable bankroll.