Vegas Nightlife Guide

How Much to Tip at Vegas Strip Clubs

The complete tipping etiquette guide for Las Vegas gentlemen's clubs and nightclubs — who to tip, how much, and when.

The Basics

Why Tipping Matters in Vegas

Las Vegas runs on tips. From your bartender to your limo driver, nearly everyone in the nightlife industry depends on gratuities as a major part of their income. Tipping well is not just polite — it directly improves your experience.

Generous tippers get faster service, better tables, more attention from entertainers, and genuine VIP treatment. Stingy tippers get the opposite. It is that simple.

This guide covers every person you will interact with during a night out at a Las Vegas gentlemen's club — with specific dollar amounts so you never have to guess.

Who to Tip

Tipping Guide by Role

Here is exactly what to tip each person you will encounter during your visit.

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Dancers / Entertainers

$1–5 per stage song, $5–20 per lap dance

Tip $1–2 per song if you are sitting at the stage. For lap dances, $5–10 on a $20 dance is standard. A generous tip ($20+) means better attention the rest of the night.

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Bartenders

$2–5 per drink

Standard bar tipping etiquette applies. $2 minimum per drink, $5 for complicated cocktails. Tip well on your first round and you will get faster service all night.

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Cocktail Waitresses

$2–5 per drink, 18–20% on bottles

Same as bartenders for individual drinks. For bottle service, 18–20% gratuity on the total is expected. Some venues add auto-gratuity — check your bill.

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VIP Hosts / Bouncers

$20–50

If a host walks you past the line, escorts you to your table, or takes care of special requests, $20–50 is appropriate. This is separate from any cover charge or table minimum.

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Valet / Drivers

$5–10

Standard valet tip is $5. For limo drivers and rideshare, $5–10 depending on distance and service. NoCoverVegas limo rides are free — but tipping the driver $5–10 is appreciated.

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Restroom Attendants

$1–2

Most upscale clubs have restroom attendants offering mints, cologne, and towels. $1–2 is standard if you use their services.

Real Numbers

Sample Tipping Budget

Here is a realistic tipping breakdown for one person on a typical Saturday night at a top-tier gentlemen's club.

Limo driver$5–10

Doorman / host$10–20

Bartender (3 drinks)$6–15

Stage tips (30 min)$10–20

Lap dance tips (2 dances)$10–20

Restroom attendant$1–2

Total Tips$42–87

This is on top of your drink and entertainment spending. Plan for $50–100 in tips per person for a full night out.

Etiquette

Tipping Etiquette Tips

Beyond the dollar amounts — how to tip in a way that gets you the best experience.

Bring Cash in Small Bills

ATMs inside clubs charge $10–15 fees. Bring $1s, $5s, and $20s from your hotel beforehand. Having the right denominations means you never have to fumble for change.

Tip Early and Visibly

Your first tip sets the tone. Tip your bartender well on round one, and you will see noticeably faster service for the rest of the night.

Never Touch Without Permission

Tipping does not buy you the right to break house rules. Each club has different policies on contact during dances — always ask first and respect the entertainer.

Budget Your Tips

A good rule of thumb: plan to tip 20–30% of your total spending. If you budget $400 for the night, set aside $80–120 specifically for tips.

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