Still the Diamond.

Went mid-week and first surprise was cover charge was $20. That did NOT include a wrist band, which is needed for access to private dance-land and the upstairs club (which was not open). So that was an unpleasant start. Don't know if that is permanent or due to the Stock Show being in town. There are 4 stages, when I arrived only one was in use but there were probably a dozen gals wandering around, but only a half dozen patrons. The place filled quickly between 9 and 10 and all four stages were open and the crowd was good. I think a hockey game had ended judging by the number of guys named Forsberg who showed up. No private dances, but was told the price is $50 per song (with the additional $5 to get the wrist band). Cannot complain about the quality or quantity of dancers. Pretty much all shapes and sizes and a few stopped by and politely asked if I wanted some company or to head upstairs for a dance. Not a lot of artificially enhanced dancers either. Mostly young and very fit, a range of blondes and brunettes, a couple of AA gals, some Hispanic gals and one Asian. Names I recall were Lily, Lady (curvy Hispanic), Sonja (tall, great legs). So a little something for everyone. I would not rate anyone below a 7. Stuck around looking for a while until the cigar smokers overwhelmed the place and headed out. Downtown is safe, there is street and valet parking. But the meters are checked closely (and have increased to $2.00 per hour, so lots of quarters or a card if going the meter route). The quality and quantity makes the place a draw, but the new cover charge is discouraging. Mask rule was not enforced as far as I could tell.