Too much misinformation in this thread. Rake / time charge is as follows: -
- $1/$2 - 10% capped at $15. No time charge.
- $2/$3 - 10% capped at $8. $5ph time charge (The $6 runs Fri and Sat nights during footy and in theory the extra $1 goes to a raffle to win $500, but likely just a prelude to an increase in time charge at $2/$3).
- $2/$5 - 10% capped at $8. $10ph time charge.
Yes, the rake is brutal and is no doubt a consequence of only a single casino license in Victoria and hence no competition. But, that doesn't mean the rake isn't beatable and whilst various 2+2ers can slag off the quality of play at these tables, there are plenty who are genuinely profitable at these levels.
A little bit of defense for the dealers at Crown - most are decent, friendly and fair. There's a couple of idiots but no bigger a proportion of miserable and crappy dealers than anywhere else I've played, including Venetian, Bellagio and Rio during the WSOP.
Now, drinks service at Crown......... that's totally indefensible.
Last edited by Donk Dunc; 07-24-2011 at 08:39 PM.