Wednesday, Great Chill Vibes
I arrived around 6:00 PM on a weekday and walked right in without any wait. The day manager was behind the bar and collected the $5 cover. At that point, only one other patron was present, which wasn’t surprising given the time of day. Lexia, one of the dancers, had been there since 5:00 PM but the day manager mentioned that no one had shown up since the venue opened at 11:30 AM. The quiet atmosphere actually made for a relaxed visit—I had the chance to chat with Lexia and catch a couple of her stage performances before the rest of the dancers began arriving around 6:30. By then, the lineup included Lexia, Violet, Nala, Coco, and Piper.
The venue itself is medium-sized and has a straightforward layout. As you enter, the bar is to the left, the bathrooms are straight ahead, and the main dance room is off to the right. The place has a distinctly local, unpretentious feel that makes it easy to settle in. The bar is well-stocked, with drink prices in line with what you'd expect at a club. There’s a short food menu, but everything is made fresh on the spot—a good sign, especially since both staff and entertainers eat there.
The bathrooms might look a bit rough from the entrance, but once inside, the single-occupant setup is surprisingly clean. The toilet and sink are new good, though the sink’s water pressure is a bit low. There’s also an air-powered hand dryer for convenience.
The stage room features a large stage that takes up most of the space. It’s equipped with two poles—one spinning and one fixed, with the latter positioned closer to the DJ booth. Interestingly, the DJ booth is unmanned, and all music and announcements are automated. TVs around the room display the current dancer, who’s up next, and the full lineup, along with the music video for the song being played. Since Virginia enforces no-nudity laws, dancers perform in pasties. Typically, the performance is two songs per set, followed by a short break where no one is on stage. This gives them time to thank tippers and prepare for the next rotation.
There’s a VIP area on the second floor. Dances there range from $500 to $1400, depending on the level of privacy and time. There’s a more budget-friendly, albeit less private, dance area located on the first floor. To access it, head through a doorway to the left of the bar, which leads to a small check-in desk. From there, another doorway opens into a larger room outfitted with ample seating.
