What is the "Old Town Club Cover Charge Bait-and-Switch" scam in Scottsdale?

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Promoters along Scottsdale Road and in Old Town's Entertainment District approach groups outside venues like Maya Day + Nightclub, Riot House, and Bottled Blonde, promising free or discounted entry on a guest list. Once inside, the cover charge is applied anyway, or a mandatory drink minimum of $100+ per person is revealed. Bouncers enforce these charges aggressively, and credit card holds are placed at entry. Never hand over your card before knowing the full terms. Ask explicitly: "Is there a cover charge AND a drink minimum?" Get both numbers in writing from the promoter before entering. Avoid promoters who approach you on the street—walk directly to the venue's official box office.

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