The only differences between regular Baccarat and Mini-Baccarat are in attitude, not in the game itself. The formal atmosphere and dress code, huge wagers, and slow pace have been replaced. Mini-Baccarat has a less formal atmosphere dress is casual, the betting minimums are much lower (often less than $10), and the pace has been accelerated.

The increase in the speed of the game is made possible because of some minor changes in how the game is played. The table is smaller than a regular Baccarat table, about one half of the regular table's size. The player's no longer touch the cards this eliminates the delay when the players first look at their cards before playing. Also the entire game is controlled by a single casino player who handles the cards and banking duties.