Keno game icon

Lottery-Style Game

Keno Casinos

Pick numbers, watch the draw, hope for matches. The casino's original lottery game with a house edge between 20% and 35%.

98 US venues offer keno.

House Edge
20% to 35% (varies by paytable)
RTP
65% to 80%
Typical Min Bet
$1
Pace
Slow
Category
Lottery-Style Game
Beginner-friendly

Casino Directory

Where to play Keno in the US

Showing 12 of 98 venues

Keno is a lottery-style casino game where you pick numbers between 1 and 80, the casino draws 20 numbers at random, and you are paid based on how many of your picks match the drawn numbers. You can play from a keno lounge, a restaurant, or a bar top. The game is slow-paced and relaxed, making it a favorite for players who want to stretch a small budget over a long session. The trade-off is the house edge, which typically runs between 20 and 35 percent, making keno one of the most expensive games in the casino. You'll find live tables at most major properties. See our full US casino directory for venue contact details and hours.

Keno is the slowest and most relaxed game in the casino. You fill out a ticket, hand it to the writer, and wait for the draw while you eat, drink, or watch the board. The pace is so slow that you can play for hours on a small budget. The trade-off is the house edge, which is among the highest of any casino game. If you want pure entertainment with minimal time pressure, keno is a fine choice. If you want a fair game with a low house edge, baccarat or blackjack are far better options.

How to play Keno

  1. Mark your spots on a keno ticket. You can pick anywhere from 1 to 20 numbers on a field of 80. Most players pick 3 to 10 spots.

  2. Take your ticket to the keno writer or counter. Pay for your wager. You can play one draw or multiple consecutive draws.

  3. The keno board displays 20 drawn numbers. Compare your spots against the draw.

  4. Your payout depends on how many of your spots matched and the posted paytable. More matches equal higher payouts.

  5. Multi-race tickets let you play the same numbers across multiple draws, which saves time and spreads your cost.

  6. Collect your winnings at the keno counter. Most casinos have a cutoff time between draws.

Keno Rules and Payouts

Keno uses a field of 80 numbers. The casino draws 20 numbers at random per game. You pick 1 to 20 numbers (spots) on your ticket. The payout is based on how many of your spots match the drawn numbers, according to a posted paytable. The payout increases with the number of spots you play and the number you catch. A 1-spot ticket pays about $3 for a $1 bet if you catch the number. A 10-spot ticket can pay tens of thousands of dollars if you catch all 10, but the odds are astronomical.

The house edge ranges from roughly 20 percent on the best paytables to over 35 percent on the worst. The wide range means paytable comparison is the only real strategy available to the player. Video keno and electronic keno use the same draw system but resolve faster because the machine handles the draw and payout automatically. Compared to bingo, keno has a higher house edge but offers more flexibility in how many numbers you play and how many draws you buy.

  • What is the house edge in keno?

    The house edge ranges from 20 to 35 percent depending on the paytable. Keno is one of the highest-edge games in the casino. Play it for entertainment, not for expected return.

Editorial Strategy

Strategy & etiquette for Keno

  • Compare paytables between casinos. Keno paytables vary widely and the same number of catches can pay very differently at different properties.

  • Playing 4 to 8 spots offers the best balance of hit frequency and payout potential. Fewer spots pay small amounts. More spots are harder to catch.

  • Multi-race tickets stretch your budget over many draws and save trips to the keno counter.

  • Keno is one of the highest-edge games in the casino. Play it for the relaxed pace and entertainment, not for expected return.

  • Video keno and electronic keno offer faster play but the same high house edge. The odds do not change with the interface.

  • Never chase losses by increasing your bet. The house edge is too high to overcome with bet sizing.

Where to play in the US

Top land-based casinos to play Keno

Editorial picks for visitors who want a real-floor Keno session. Ranked by directory depth (table counts, amenities, and floor quality). Tap any card for the full property review.

  1. #1Casinos
    Editor's pick
    Tropicana Atlantic City — atlantic city

    Tropicana Atlantic City

    Atlantic City, New Jersey

    2,400 slots · 170 tables · 18 poker tables · 24/7

    Selection100
    Value66
    Experience100

    Games available

    • 3 Card Poker
    • Baccarat
    • Blackjack

    Property

    • Open 24 7
    • Pool
    • Restaurant
    Rate for Keno0 votes

    Your vote is saved to this browser only.

    Read review →
  2. #2Casinos
    Treasure Island — paradise

    Treasure Island

    Paradise, Nevada

    2,500 slots · 185 tables · 8 poker tables · 24/7

    Selection100
    Value71
    Experience100

    Games available

    • 3 Card Poker
    • Baccarat
    • Big 6

    Property

    • Open 24 7
    • Restaurant
    • Self Parking
    Rate for Keno0 votes

    Your vote is saved to this browser only.

    Read review →
  3. #3Casinos
    WinStar World Casino — thackerville

    WinStar World Casino

    Thackerville, Oklahoma

    7,400 slots · 88 tables · 46 poker tables · 24/7

    Selection100
    Value95
    Experience100

    Games available

    • 3 Card Poker
    • Bingo
    • Blackjack

    Property

    • Bar
    • Golf
    • Grill
    Rate for Keno0 votes

    Your vote is saved to this browser only.

    Read review →

Rankings reflect directory data depth (floor counts, game variety, amenity tags) re-verified quarterly. They are not a substitute for current operating status; confirm hours and game spread directly with each casino before visiting.

Keno Strategy

The only strategic lever in keno is paytable selection. Different casinos offer different payouts for the same number of catches. A casino that pays more for 6 out of 8 catches on an 8-spot ticket is offering a better game than one that pays less. The difference can be several percentage points of house edge. Multi-race tickets (playing the same numbers across 5, 10, or 20 consecutive draws) are a convenience feature that saves trips to the counter but does not change the odds.

Spot selection is largely a matter of preference. Playing 4 to 8 spots offers the best balance: you hit often enough to stay engaged and the payouts for a full catch are meaningful. Playing 1 or 2 spots pays small amounts. Playing 10 or more spots is a long shot that rarely pays off. Way tickets (covering multiple groups of spots on the same ticket) are an advanced option for experienced keno players but add complexity without improving the odds.

Common Keno variants

Where to Play Keno

Keno is available at nearly every US casino. Live keno lounges are common at larger properties, with runners who collect tickets from restaurants and bars. Video keno machines are found in slot areas and on bar tops. Electronic keno terminals are grouped in the electronic gaming section.

Before you play, compare paytables. Some casinos post their keno paytables at the counter. Browse our US casino directory to find venues near you.

  • How many spots should I play in keno?

    Playing 4 to 8 spots offers the best balance of hit frequency and payout potential. Fewer spots pay too little to be exciting. More spots are too hard to catch.

Related games

Search