Lucky Ladies side bet
Lesson description
Mr Blackjack explores this side bet to determine whether luck is with the player or the casino. Learn the basics of the Lucky Ladies bet, including payouts and odds, right here.
What this lesson covers
- What a Lucky Ladies bet is
- How this side bet works
- Payouts for a Lucky Ladies bet
- Whether you should make this bet in blackjack
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FAQs
How does Lucky Ladies work?
As our side bets guide explains, Lucky Ladies means you are betting on your next two cards to total 20 and have at least one Queen.
Can I use card counting in Lucky Ladies side bets?
Yes, in fact we only recommend players experienced in card counting to make this bet. You need to know what cards are likely to come up next in the shoe to stand a chance of winning a Lucky Ladies wager.
What is the payout for a Lucky Ladies side bet?
Payouts for Lucky Ladies vary depending on what hand you have. The lowest hand, an Unsuited 20 has the lowest payout at 4:1, and the best hand, a Queen of Hearts pair and dealer has blackjack, has a 1,000:1 payout.
What’s the house edge for Lucky Ladies side bet?
Lucky Ladies has a house edge of just under 25%, making the blackjack odds of this wager overwhelmingly in favor of the casino.
Are Lucky Lucky and Lucky Ladies the same?
No, these are two different side bets. Lucky Lucky is a wager based on the dealer’s up-card and your first two cards creating a sum total of 19-21, with bonuses awarded for suited hands and hands comprising 6-7-8 or 7-7-7. Lucky Ladies is a side bet where your first two cards make a sum of 20 and include a Queen.
Is Lucky Ladies only available in blackjack?
Yes, Lucky Ladies is only available in blackjack.
Where can I find casinos that offer Lucky Ladies?
Our real money blackjack guide has a list of recommended casinos that offer games of 21 with side bets, along with fair payouts and fast payments.
