Crystal City Restaurant - Gentlemans Club

422 23rd St S, Arlington, VA 22202, United States
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Crystal City Restaurant - Gentlemans Club
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Review №1

Went early on a Sunday for brunch. Very welcoming staff, food was great and well priced. No dancers due to the hour but that’s ok still very enjoyable as a restaurant. Read an article in the Washington post and had to check the place out. Will definitely be returning!

Jo
Review №2

Truly an excellent food, cigar and service establishment. I am from out of town and was looking for a reasonable and clean place to both buy and smoke a cigar. The steak is on point. I’m from a state that cares about medium rare steak and these folks know how to freaking cook. The beer was fresh and cold. The service was exceptional and the bathrooms were immaculate. Try going to any random food place and look at the damn bathrooms… SERIOUSLY! This place was clean. The customer service was on point and the food was exceptional. 5 stars easily a place i will go again when in town.

Bu
Review №3

I have to say I visit this place all the time but I have never met a doorman/ security like their man Jae. He is the nicest bouncer I have met in my life and his customers service is like no other probably best at the place. Im giving this place 5 stars because of his service. He goes above and beyond to help the customers and would be an asset to any company. Its always a pleasure seeing him

Sa
Review №4

My first strip club experience and I had an AMAZING time. I was absolutely gay panicking all over the place at the gorgeous women lol and I think everyone was entertained by it, my friends and the staff included. I had a wonderful conversation with a few of the dancers when we ran into each other in the bathroom, it was delightful. They were all so nice!👍

Ja
Review №5

Overall a decent place, but the waitress with glasses and tight curly hair was super rude to us repeatedly throughout the night.Everyone else was pleasant, but she would literally stand there asking for a tip even if she was just providing you with change??? (A waitress!). Not friendly ever, and very intrusive. The other waitress was fantastic (we moved seats to be closer to the show). Visited 8/28/23. Should have been a 5 star review, but this is all we talked about after our $300 night there last night. Very disappointed with that bad apple in that otherwise wonderful bunch.

An
Review №6

This place doesn’t know what the heck it’s doing . Lazy rude girls that expect tips for doing the bare minimum. Tried getting a private dance from three different girls , kept getting the run around each time . My friend was forced into buying a drink for one of them . Only decent thing was the burger , but definitely not worth it . Won’t ever go again .

Ho
Review №7

My friend and her boyfriend took me here when I was visiting them in DC. It was my first strip club experience and I had an AMAZING time. I was absolutely gay panicking all over the place at the gorgeous women lol and I think everyone was entertained by it, my friends and the staff included. I had a wonderful conversation with a few of the dancers when we ran into each other in the bathroom, it was delightful. They were all so nice!As long as you come prepared to give these wonderful ladies a lot of money and you arent a jerk, youll have a good time (wearing a cute outfit helps ;) ).

Se
Review №8

A joke - don’t waste your time. Sunday night and plenty of girls but I’ve never been to a club where it’s this hard to get a dance. Was tipping generously all night and none of the girls had time apparently. Finally got someone who did and paid for a private, only for her to come back AFTER I HAD GIVEN THE MONEY to tell me that no private rooms were available for the next three hours..Ive been to clubs in the middle of nowhere southern Appalachians that run better than this. Complete waste of time/money. $10 bud light bottles.

Te
Review №9

A nice Adult onily club lots hot and pretty woman bring money to tip them lots of fun.Food is good music good staff good this a fun place to go. Yes this is a Adult Onily club this is a strip club but lots of fun

ly
Review №10

There were a variety of dancers to watch. The atmosphere was great, never crowded, no fights or intoxicated customers and there was a closed section for smokers. Lap dances were good depending on the dancer you went with. This could actually be a family restaurant if there were no dancers. The owner was always on site and would periodically check on customers. We were in town for 3 days and spent most of our time here. We were able to get a true perspective of CCR. The Food was great as we ate all 3 meals during our time there. The waitresses were awesome, friendly and great to talk with. I highly recommend CCR.

UG
Review №11

Most attractive women in the washdc area, i went to all strip clubs. $10 per drink, $60 for no contact private dance 10min, kinda boring.avoid Net/Nat waitress. It is basically a restaurant with a stage, very strange club atmosphere.A side comment like dont cheat me to Nut/nat turned into a 3 hour harassment that eventually led to me getting kicked out of my table after a private dance. That is with 3-4 tables reserved no one sitting at them. She is clearly stealing from the club. I ended up at the bar and no dancers could visit. Tried to change to the other waitress, but Nute/nat was running a scam.Doubt I will go back, even some of the dancers complained about the waitress.Never tried the food, but a dancer ordered some so that usually means it is good.

Li
Review №12

Have not been her for 5 years. I visited their website and it said all day special hamburger or cheeseburger special all day. So I stopped by after work and was told the website was a mistake and that the special didnt exist only during happy hour.Told the wench who serves drinks I will be back tomorrow then and walked out. I went uo the street to the sports pub and had a much better time.The sports pub had cuter women, positive environment, a d got my cheeseburger for with no hassle.Better places around than this so called gentlemans club.

Ba
Review №13

Got the prime rib it was excellent. People complaining about girls walking to the table to gather tips don’t know how this place works. Everyone was really friendly. I tipped $5 every time a dancer came around. Which is the way it should be. Don’t be greedy

Ch
Review №14

I like this place. Food and drinks are great and priced well for a strip club. The only thing I dont like are no lap dances and the girls dont get nude. They wear nip covers and thongs. But maybe thats just a local law or something. Overall a great place to grab a meal and see some girls.

Ja
Review №15

I was just walking by and saw this place and thought I need the t shirt!So I went in.They dont sell shirts.I ended up getting the bacon wrapped scallops and they were amazing.I didnt really pay much attention to the dancers. The food was enough to absorbe my brain.

Jo
Review №16

Terrible introduction to the place, but an ok ending so I added a star. If you are black, money talks! The bouncer, older black man, from last Sunday night tried to accuse me of being on drugs (not the two IPAs in from another place) and said that I was a liability. I thought he was joking so I laughed it off initially but he kept trying to make me and my date walk away! Once we got in, I asked an employee, mid-age Asian women, where the bathroom was and with an attitude she asked, Are you just coming in here for the bathroom? Which I replied, We have a table but I just got inside. Food was great, server was VERY fun and so were the dancers...this was after our money starting flowing. I spoke with one of the Managers (Terry) about our experience and he did give insight as to why there may have been those type of attitudes (theft, shiftiness, etc.) but that still doesnt make the treatment that we received suitable for ANY patron. Told him that I would consider returning...but how can we address the discrimination that happened to us within a 10 minute span? Terry does seem to care but, do with this info what you will before visiting...

Ni
Review №17

The service here was very good, food was on point, only beer and wine, and the women friendly. Good vibes.

Iv
Review №18

They charged me $11.25 for a Corona and when I asked the Asian bartender lady she got upset and told me not to come back if I think the prices are to high. Highly rude considering I was about to drop some dollars for the girls on stage. Never again

Ge
Review №19

2022 Update: Standing on stage and talking to one of other staff does not count as dancing or entertainment.The place used to be a lot better. The quality of the entertainers has gone way down. Few actually dance anymore...they just kinda sway to the music and expect to be admired. The food is below average bar-food, but does not suck. The prices are reasonable.

La
Review №20

The dinner sas pretty good, their filet mignon was better than expected. The only thing that was a bother was the girls that kept coming to our table for hand outs. We tipped our waitress generously & a couple dancers but some of their dancers were a bit over weight and/or not so attractive which is fine if you are not expecting more. This place came highly recommend to us but it is not as upscale as you would think. There is no dress code to get in like there is at The Camelot. Unfortunately we wont return.

Ry
Review №21

Poor customer service. Waited over an hour for a dance and no one would give me updates. Finally, the young lady that I wanted a dance from came up to me and said she felt bad. The waitress was rude because she didn’t even apologize and kind of through the money back at me. She didn’t even come check up on me for the wait time and she knew I was waiting for an hour. Management wouldn’t event come talk to me to make me feel about the situation l. Felt bad for the young lady because she was missing out on money. This place could do a lot better with communication. I’m not sure if I would go back or not.

An
Review №22

I havent been here in awhile. Do I really need to explain how GREAT this place is? If youre a man or a woman just get over here. 👙💰😎🍖🍗🥩🍔🍟🍕🌮🍤🍾🍷🍸🍹🍺🍻🥂🥃😋😋😋🥳🥴😵🤣🤣🤣

Be
Review №23

Every 3-4 mins a dancer comes by to collect $1. It’s annoying when I am having dinner.80% of dancers are super low quality.Private dance is expensive. The girls are hustling for extra tips.

m3
Review №24

The food was decent and the girls were really nice and had elaborate dances. There is also a smoking section available. What I dont like is the club only giving the girls 4 minutes on stage and they dont try to transition the song at all. Bring lots of cash, these girls deserve it! Girls go to each table to ask for tips, that is the normal.

Ve
Review №25

The girls were really into dancing and seemed happy. The staff and dancers were both super friendly. The food was actually amazing - I’d definitely come back for the food. Not super intimate with the girls but they’re conversational.

Ja
Review №26

This was my first strip club experience. I was in town for some business, and I wanted to experience it on my own. I thoroughly enjoyed myself here. The girls are sweet and sexy. The wait staff is just okay. I had two different servers and they didnt interact with me much at all. My favorite dancer was by far Rachel. I received an amazing private dance from her. If she is still here next time, Im in town, I will definitely be hitting her up.

A.
Review №27

Love the lightings and setup. The food is great with a large selection. Girls very seductive yet classy. At this location they have a smokers section with a stage in there as well. Last but not least and my favorite, these guys actually have massage therapist which to me seems like The ultimate gentlemans experience

Ra
Review №28

Don’t go here as a dancer! I proved that the bartender was putting my dances in for less time then I actually would do then pocket the rest of the money. When I proved it to management they told me if I don’t keep mouth shut I’ll be fired. The dancers will bully you if you’re making more money than them bc they’re all old. Management is very racist and won’t let you work any nights if you aren’t their specific type. I’ve also heard from numerous customers that the bartenders will also scam you out of thousands of dollars as a customer. They’ll make you come in at a certain time but won’t put you on stage until hours later on certain nights when the line up already repeated 10 times. Like I can go on and on JUST DONT WORK HERE AS A DANCER!!!!!

Ra
Review №29

Simply the best! most diverse, beautiful dancers, good food, great drinks, friendly atmosphere, close to Metro station, great prices, great music and sound. I have been to this place couple of times before but last night was unforgettable.

Sa
Review №30

I went here for my birthday and one of the girls was extremely rude to me, she claimed afterwards it was because she was having a bad day.

T
Review №31

They don’t serve liquor which was a major disappointment. You can order beer and wine though. The food portions are huge. The dancers perform for about 2-3 minutes (very lazily overall) then walk around the restaurant to collect tips. They aren’t fully nude, but they take their tops off; it was a very interesting experience.

Ma
Review №32

The dancer Sheila is really just out of this world. She is a star in the making, she’s a true acrobat and the funniest dancer I’ve ever met. She has a drink named after her! She is usually paired with another blonde, they’re apparently married or best friends. They are really just crucial in the smooth operation and energy of the club.

Do
Review №33

I cant eat around naked people. Other than that its a cool place, one of my wives work here so be nice. Also, I heard they do offer one of the best burgers around this town. Very outside of the typical beef Pattie they have a special called fur burgers. Not really as shaving is part of the dress code.

Lo
Review №34

Yes, its a strip club, BUT, the food is amazing! I got a steak special that was really 3 normal restaurant portions, and everything was great! Steak seasoned perfectly, big shrimp, grilled asparagus.....no room for dessert, and Im a big eater. Server very attentive, weve been back for the food, well, at least I have. Boyfriend says its for the food, wink,wink

S.
Review №35

First of all... I dont if it was because the time of day (4pm on a sunday) but we had impeccable 5 star service. I freaking timed it. They came around to check on us every 2.7 minutes. Like seriously. They were so nice it was scary. Scary like that movie Get Out! Black folks get real nervous when white folks are too nice... I went to the back and made it out alive. Ill update this and let you know if I died.The food was a great value. Great prices and solid quality. It hit that perfect equilibrium. Not a fan of the wings becuase they are breaded (light/medium) and I dont like any bread on my wings. The crab cakes were solid. Not the best crabcakes in the history of the world, but they were tasty and had a good price point. The prime rib was perfect. The filet was good too. Youll enjoy the food. Tons of drink and food specials.The girls... Not a lot of diversity. Definitely not a club were you going to see the girls shaking booty and dancing all around, so if you are looking for a high energy strip joint, this is not the place. We were there for the early sunday line up, but you can definitely find a few good looking girls. Funny though, I have never seen so many blondes in the dmv. The music left something to be desired. I dont know about getting a lap dance to Demi Lavato. Just saying. They come around for tips, so you dont have to get up to tip after stuffing your face. Win. Win. Win.

pa
Review №36

Good, large portions of the food. The drinks are relatively cheap for such a place. The ladies are pleasant and you get some real gems in there. The owner introduced himself and he is very cool.

Em
Review №37

This place is so much fun! The dancers are amazing, very nice, and good looking! Waitresses very helpful! though they dont serve liquor, I recommend the bottle of wine. This place is just a down right great time!

Ja
Review №38

The night was great food was good. I will say whoever was the manger of duty was the worst and I will express my concerns to the BBB. I was robbed for money as I tried to play music by a drunk female in the bar. If it wasn’t for security/bouncer I would have not gotten my money back. The manager on duty witness the whole situation and didn’t not even try to step in or say I’m sorry here is a drink on us he just looked at me like I was the problem and told a waitress that I need to put my money away. I would give this place zero stars but I can’t and I give it 2 just because of the bouncer that handled the situation like a professional.

Ga
Review №39

Good food with good entertainment. Can get cramped and the drink prices seem a tad steep but overall it was nice. The girls seemed to enjoy themselves and it was nice not being badgered over dances and tips.

R'
Review №40

This place is racist and if you are African American don’t go here. The guy terry he very unprofessional. The girls here look like they are on drugs. I witness terry turned down 2 African American women. Over the phone they stated to come in for a audition and then get there to say oh we’re fully booked with staffed. Again I repeated if you are African American don’t go trying to apply here.

ed
Review №41

Not the kind of place to go alone. Let me inform everyone who looks up this place that there are no lap dances here. This is basically the more skin shown version of hooters. If you go alone youll more likely be ignored by the dancers even if you give them cash. I was stupid enough to get 40 dollars out in cash in the hopes that one of the girls would want to do a lap dance then come to find out by the bartender that there were no lap dances. they have whats called private rooms but there far from private its just a another bar on the other side of the restaurant filled with other guys watching the same girls dancing which doesnt make any sense and plus you have to pay money to basically go to the other side of the bar see the Same girls doing the same thing. So totally a stupid set up. But the staff and bartenders are nice and that I will say and very attentive and honest.

Sa
Review №42

Fantastic food, classy atmosphere, sexy women. Enclosed smokers section with seperate stage. Owner is wonderful, women are friendly and talkative. Its not your average strip club in the best of ways!

Ja
Review №43

A number of complaints. To start, most of the dancers just stand there and sway to the music, which comes from a juke box, leading to awkward silent dances and poor performances. Second, the private dance is basically jut charging you to sit in a small smoke filled room and watch the exact same thing they just did on stage. Wait staff was friendly, but rarely came to check on us.

Te
Review №44

You sit there in a cramped seat, back to back with a stranger. Then on stage, bored rythmless strippers sway side to side for 3 minutes then walk around with buckets for tips. Its hard to talk to your party when bored girls with buckets bother you constantly with a fake smile every 3 minutes. My friends love this place. For me its a money suck and incredibly boring and unnecessarily expensive.

Ya
Review №45

We were in town for few days and we looked up for Gentlemen club in dc area and we found this place and we went there. It was one of the most terrible customer service I ever seen . At door the security guy was nice he asked us for id and if we need smoking or non smoking area . I told him smoking and he sat us .it went south from there we had to wait 15 minutes sitting there for a server to show up and finally she showed up and she was rude yelling at us and asking us to show our id again , mind you we ( everyone asked at door for id before we get in .I WOULDNT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE .

Mr
Review №46

I went for a glass of late night wine... the bouncer was sweet and very protective. Awesome waitress that won’t ignore you. And lovely girls for viewing I live next door. Nice place to come to.

Jo
Review №47

I came in the daytime on Wednesday. Food is excellent but the servers seem to be more preoccupied with talking to each other than serving customers.

K
Review №48

Security guy was rude and nastyGirls almost made me goto sleepWasn’t really a strip or gentleman club

rc
Review №49

I live next to this place. I moved back recently and its awesome. The same food for fast food prices and Jose Andres menus. This does come with adult entertainment so no children.

Ph
Review №50

A couple of guys an l had books a reservation at cc’s for his birthday when we got ther they didn’t know anything about it even though it was confirmed earlier that day so we had to wait for seats the waitress was very rude and nasty with us also the table that they sat us at was for six people and we were four guys. she the waitress came by and told us that she needed to seat to more people at the table with us that they didn’t have room we told her we wasn’t pleased about it that there were other tables available but they were for social distanceing and tables that had reserved on them what good are the COVID guidelines if your combining people together so she got the manager an he was just as unpleasant to deal with he kept saying that they don’t do reservations but it’s on your app finally I asked to get seated to a empty table and thy did that waitress was sweet and good the dancers were very good ask if I or my friends would go there again or recommend it NEVER

Jo
Review №51

So I was told the food was good and it was, the women were beautiful and the place was clean and smelled good instead of a mix of perfumes that fill the air .Jenn was Nice waitress, I would go back.

Ke
Review №52

This place has really elevated over the past 4-5 months. Not sure if ownership or management changed but the girls and the service are light years better then they once were. Love this place now!

Ne
Review №53

60 dollars for a 10 minute lap dance? Are ya kidding me ? Also 10 dollars for a bottled Heineken? Nickle and dime sweet folks during these rough times much ey ?

ca
Review №54

Had the Ahi Tuna appetizer. Knocked it out if the ballpark. Came back for the eantre. So fresh.

Ke
Review №55

As unbelievable as this might sound its actually the food that keeps bringing me back this place the food is relatively inexpensive as compared to most restaurants in DC but it is of one of the highest qualities that Ive had and its a great deal and the view is wonderful LOL

Br
Review №56

Food was great and so was the atmosphere. They have some talented dancers and a welcoming staff.

En
Review №57

Difficult seating & the entire bar was reserved..the bartender was dismissive & directed me to a hostess just to ask about available seats.

St
Review №58

Great food, beautiful girls, and a welcoming atmosphere! Will definitely be back to see Genavieve!

Jo
Review №59

My cuz Pike & son Roberto said; to give it FIVE stars without question!!! Best Prime Rib on the planet! Theyll be back there withCuzin Johnny!!!

Er
Review №60

Fantastic dinner and the staff is very friendly and attentive. The owner introduced himself and made us feel very welcome!

Sh
Review №61

Great food.. nice people very laid back... went during restaurant only no dancers during lunch.

An
Review №62

Fun place to hang out at. A good amount of lovely ladies are there. I enjoyed my first time!! Looking forward to the next one!!!!

Ar
Review №63

The bartender can be a little rude. And it looks like the owner of the club always staring at someone. Looks kind of creepy. Didn’t feel welcome

Ma
Review №64

Hubby and I loved the food and the service was great....the girls could have danced longer....

Ae
Review №65

Racist establishment the hiring manager terry is very unprofessional and rude. Don’t go here looking to have a good time. If you’re African American he’ll turn you away

Sp
Review №66

Unhinged owner; do not patronize this establishment.

An
Review №67

Low end place. Did not know it was a strip club until I got there. All liquors are win based. Also just found out they lost their alcohol license. All the women are older.

Ti
Review №68

All the girls were really sweet, except for this one beyotch. Try to POLITELY tell people that there are no phones allowed next time

Br
Review №69

Girlfriend worked there when I was in the marine corps at 8th and I. Always had a great time. Cool to see its still in business.

cg
Review №70

Awesome place, especially enjoyed the cigar lounge. Keep an eye out for a gal named Paris

Vi
Review №71

I absolutely love this place! The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is great and the food is delicious.

li
Review №72

Best French Onion Soup I’ve had in a long time. Great atmosphere and friendly service!!!

A
Review №73

Download Dancers Resource App to know the real truth about this place . it’s sick .

Jo
Review №74

I was out of town for work, and had heard nothing but great SW things about this place! Then I got turned away at the door on a Monday

Br
Review №75

The ladies treat me like royalty the last time I went was a couple of years ago a dancer by the name of sparkles jumps over and hugs me and started kissing me I plan on going back soon to see if shes still there

Ka
Review №76

Always fun! Very nice staff, great music and pretty girls!

Em
Review №77

Love this place.shout out my friend trust no dirt roads and woods here great food and beautiful ladys..

We
Review №78

Amazing food 🥘👍👍 also some really good entertainment!! Had the prime rib and it was excellent!!

Qu
Review №79

Wouldn’t spend my money here. Terry is a racist and he’s very disrespectful.

Al
Review №80

Good reasonable food.Enjoyable entertainment.Great service and staff

Te
Review №81

Not good customer service

Da
Review №82

Everything on the menu is GREAT!!! Best Prime Rib ever.

Di
Review №83

Great service Jen was wonderful and attentive, great food, beautiful girls

Ka
Review №84

Girls are gorgeous atmosphere is great. Staff is friendly.

Re
Review №85

I went here with a few co-army friends and it is a bit over rated. I didnt care to much for the entertainment.

El
Review №86

I just read that you all were a long time sponsor of Rolling Thunder. Thank you so much!

Ro
Review №87

I was there for Rolling Thunder this year the food is awesome.

Am
Review №88

Are you guys looking for entertainers? If so when do you hold auditions?

Cu
Review №89

Great atmosphere, the owner was nice and very interactive with customers.

Le
Review №90

Small old bar fine for a cheap night out

Cr
Review №91

Best steak youll ever have!

Ca
Review №92

Fun place and great food 2 thumbs up

Ke
Review №93

Pretty ladies and excellent food. Thanks Artie...

Jo
Review №94

Owner is a wonderful person to deal with and nice woman

Ed
Review №95

Food wasnt that great nor was the entertainment for a Friday night.

メA
Review №96

Not a gentleman club it’s just a place to eat

in
Review №97

GREAT ATMOSPHERE I LOVE THE LADIES..THE WHOLE STAFF WAS NICE

Ma
Review №98

Dancers are stuck up and the security guard is obnoxious

Da
Review №99

Best prime rib for the price.

Pr
Review №100

Horrible food, bad service.

Mr
Review №101

Food n service great

mi
Review №102

Food us excellent lol

ja
Review №103

See you this weekend coming down from pa

Mi
Review №104

Best night of my life!

Co
Review №105

Bar tenders are hateful

Ed
Review №106

The most Beautiful Beautiful woman,!!Especially Denise!!!!!!!💘💘💘💘💘💘

Mi
Review №107

I had an Amazing time!

Lo
Review №108

Great food.

Ry
Review №109

Unbelievably rude staff

ed
Review №110

The don and mike show

An
Review №111

All good !!

An
Review №112

Very nice.

Sl
Review №113

Always wanted to visit such a place. I liked the atmosphere, the girls are mostly very nice and pleasant, no discomfort or arrogance was noticed, even though we were from another country. I really liked everything, even though there was more in the check than we ordered, its nothing - people have to earn)

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3.6 Rating
  • Address:422 23rd St S, Arlington, VA 22202, United States
  • Site:http://www.crystalcityrestaurant.com/
  • Phone:+1 703-892-0726
Working hours
  • Monday:10 AM–2 AM
  • Tuesday:10 AM–2 AM
  • Wednesday:10 AM–2 AM
  • Thursday:10 AM–2 AM
  • Friday:10 AM–2 AM
  • Saturday:10 AM–2 AM
  • Sunday:10 AM–2 AM
Service options
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Live performances:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Dancing:Yes
  • Food:Yes
  • Food at bar:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
Payments
  • Credit cards:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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