Play Blackjack at Genting Casino London Chinatown

Blackjack on Shaftesbury Avenue

Our blackjack floor runs every day. Live gaming starts from 1pm daily, and the casino stays open right through until 5am. You will find us at 93-107 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 5DY, right in the middle of the West End. For most people coming from central London, getting here is very straightforward. If you prefer a real felt table to a phone screen, this is one of the easier live options to reach.

We spread several blackjack tables across the main floor. Regular guests consistently mention 3:2 payouts on blackjack, which is exactly the payout structure you should be looking for. It is a key point for us, especially as the 6:5 format has slowly appeared in a lot of other venues over the years.

Table minimums move around a little depending on when you arrive. During quieter midweek afternoons, you can usually expect lower limits, with £5 or £10 minimums realistic at off-peak times. Once you get into Friday and Saturday evenings the picture changes. Demand picks up, the room is busier, and stakes tend to follow. Our advice, based on long practice, is simple: call ahead on +44 (0) 207 494 3020 and check current limits before you set off.

The bar is open from 2pm - 3am, so there is plenty of time to combine table play with a drink whether you arrive early or later in the evening.

What Else Is on the Floor

Blackjack draws most of the attention, but it is not the only live game on offer.

1. Blackjack - several tables, with 3:2 payouts regularly reported by visitors.
2. American Roulette - standard single zero wheel layout in the live area.
3. Baccarat - classic table variant available for regular play.
4. Squeeze Baccarat - highlighted by us as a signature experience.
5. Electronic Roulette - terminals available for automated roulette sessions.

In total, the floor includes a range of live table games across blackjack, roulette and baccarat. The space itself is compact rather than huge. In practice, that suits focused play very well; you stay close to your game instead of wandering through a big resort-style layout just to find a free seat.

Getting In and Getting to the Table

There is a bit of simple preparation involved before you sit down at a table. We operate a smart-casual dress code, and a couple of specific items will stop you at the door if you forget to swap them out.

Items not permitted on entry:

1. Vests
2. Football shirts
3. Hats

You do not need membership to step inside. Any adult who meets the age requirement can visit and play. For guests who plan to come back regularly, registering for membership usually makes sense, as it comes with some ongoing benefits. At the entrance, our team carries out age checks in line with UK law. You must be 18 or over, with no exceptions.

Leicester Square Underground station is the closest Tube stop and only a short walk from the casino. We do not run our own car park on site. Guests who decide to drive normally use paid parking nearby, such as Q-Park Chinatown, Q-Park Leicester Square or Q-Park Soho. For most people heading into the West End, public transport is simply the more relaxed option.

From the Door to the Table

From arrival to your first hand of blackjack, the sequence is simple and familiar.

1. Travel to Leicester Square station, then walk over to 93-107 Shaftesbury Avenue.
2. Present valid photo ID at the entrance for the age check.
3. Take a moment before you queue to make sure your outfit matches the smart-casual code.
4. Once inside, move through to the main gaming floor; the blackjack area sits in the central live section.
5. Visit the cashier cage to exchange your cash for chips in GBP.
6. Choose a table where the minimum bet lines up with the budget you had in mind.
7. Wait until the current hand finishes, then place your chips in the betting circle to join the game.
8. Before that first hand, ask the dealer to confirm the exact table rules, even if you feel fully comfortable with blackjack already.

One thing our experience has shown: if you are new to live casino play, coming in on a quieter midweek afternoon usually works better than jumping straight into a busy Friday night. The tempo is calmer, there are fewer people at each table, and dealers generally have more time to respond to small questions as you settle in.

All play on site is in GBP. You buy chips at the cage at the start of your session and redeem them there when you decide to finish. It is the standard format for land-based casinos in the UK, and regular players adapt to it very quickly.

The Atmosphere During Play

Over the years, guests have often described our dealers as relaxed, polite and easy to approach. The feel on the floor is closer to a smart club environment than a formal high-stakes room, which suits our position as a West End night-out venue. The bar is open from 2pm - 3am, so table play and bar service sit alongside each other for most of the evening.

The neighbourhood is part of the overall experience. The Palace Theatre and Prince Edward Theatre are only a short walk away, and the surrounding Chinatown and Soho streets provide a full range of places to eat and drink. Quite a few visitors build their blackjack session into a larger plan for the night: dinner first, or maybe a show, then across to the casino. In our view, it fits naturally into that pattern.

Licensing and the Genting Network

Genting Casino London Chinatown is operated by Genting Casinos UK Limited, which sits within the wider Genting Group (Genting Berhad). At Genting Casino London Chinatown, operations follow the framework set by the UK Gambling Commission, the authority that regulates commercial gambling in this jurisdiction. Those licences bring a full set of consumer protection and responsible gambling requirements, which apply to every part of our operation.

The Genting brand runs several properties across the UK, including Birmingham, Coventry and Stratford among others. Genting Casino London Chinatown is one of our central London venues and is separate from Genting Casino Birmingham Chinatown, which is based on Hurst Street. When you are checking details, calling ahead or planning a visit, always make sure you are looking at the London W1D 5DY address to avoid any confusion.

Slots and Electronic Gaming

Alongside the live table area, we maintain a section for slots and electronic machines. Certain games on the floor have jackpots that may reach notable sums, although the exact titles and prize structures change from time to time. The Electronic Roulette terminals give another way to play, useful if you prefer a faster setup or if all live roulette seats are taken on a busy evening.

For guests who come mainly to play blackjack at Genting Casino London Chinatown, the live tables will naturally be your main focus. Even so, the electronic area is there when you want a change of pace or a short break from the felt.

Responsible Gambling

At Genting Casino London Chinatown, operations follow the framework set by the UK Gambling Commission. That includes mandatory responsible gambling measures on site. We encourage every player to set personal limits that feel sensible, and to make use of the support tools offered both in the casino and through national organisations such as GamCare and BeGambleAware.

Entry is limited strictly to adults aged 18 and over, in line with UK gambling law, and this is enforced at the door. If you ever feel unsure about your own gambling or worried about the behaviour of someone close to you, our staff are trained to point you towards the appropriate help. Support is available both on site and through recognised UK helplines and services, and we place real emphasis on making that information easy to reach.