Nikita's is a dive. The building's...

Nikita's is a dive. The building's little more than a small, one-level box with a limited bar and very small stage area. The bar selection is limited. And the girls are an assortment of local talent, not much to look at but friendly and fun.

Until a few months ago, the place had pool tables in the back, with private closets for lap dances and 30 VIP dances. Those pool tables have been replaced with a coach area for the lap dances. And therein lies the problem. Under the old system, you could get a couple of dances and a lot of privacy for $40, and most girls made sure you got your money's worth. Under the new system, the $40 dances are in the very public coach area, under the watchful eye of a bouncer. The dances are pretty restrictive. That would be fine, if the girls were skilled dancers or fantastic-looking. They aren't.

The bottom line is, if you visit, see a girl you like, and are willing to pay $200 for the VIP room, you'll leave satisfied. However, if you mostly visit clubs for hot dances without extras, to see beautiful women, or to admire excellent stage work, Nikita's is a waste of money. You'll be far happier elsewhere.