I would run, not walk, from any casino that charges a fee to enter. I have never heard of that.
Kridey is correct. they want you to win. they make garbage money and live on tips. if they make a payout mistake (which of course happens) it is more likely to be to YOUR benefit than the houses. If you turn 500 into 0 they get 0 if you turn it into 800 maybe you throw a quarter or a couple red birds on your way out (if you don't tip while you are playing). bottom line, dealers are rooting for you to win, not lose.