I plan on going to Gallagher's 2000 in NYC tonight

"And, in general, are VIP rooms just a waste of time?"

It depends on the dancer in question, the strip club in question, and what your expectations are of the experience. If you are looking for the maximum in privacy for a possible "extra", then VIP may be your only choice. Just be sure to always negotiate upfront, in advance, for what you want.

Well I hope I am not too late but yes VIP rooms are the lucrative profit centers for clubs and customers get ripped off. Especially NYC... I remember reading from the Hot Lap Dance Club bust that a threesome was offered for $5,000. What a rip off.