Anniversary getaway at the RItz

From the outside, Ritz Cabaret may not look like much, but you'll be pleasantly surprised once you step inside. The ambiance is typical of a gentlemen's club, yet my wife and I felt comfortable and at ease throughout our visit. The club is well-lit and exceptionally clean, with music at an enjoyable volume. The stage and seating are ideally positioned, ensuring a great view from anywhere in the room.

The crowd was a relaxed and diverse mix, mostly male clientele as expected, with some groups that included women of various ages and ethnic backgrounds. The dancers ranged in attractiveness from 6s to 9s, featuring a mix of Black, Caucasian, and Hispanic performers. The entrance fee is a reasonable $15 per person. While the security staff did attempt to upsell VIP and bottle service, we declined. We enjoyed a few cocktails, priced between $10 and $15 each. All the dancers put on good shows, with two being particularly skilled on the pole. A pleasant surprise was that the dancers get fully nude by the third song, despite the club serving alcohol—a rarity in most places.

After a few drinks, my wife decided she wanted a lap dance. She chose a dancer named Willow, and we headed to the private VIP area. The VIP section is small, dark, but comfortable, with a fee of $300 for 15 minutes and $600 for 30 minutes. Be aware that using a card incurs a steep convenience fee. As we were celebrating our anniversary, we opted for the 30-minute session. While I had hoped for a bit more in VIP, Willow was professional and managed to give my wife a highly satisfying experience. We both thoroughly enjoyed Willow's performance, rating it 9.5 out of 10. The only way it could have been better is if she had been willing to break the house rules.