VIP Experience: Pizza & Wings for $653 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas
If you happen to be in a VIP box at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, make sure to take a stroll to the closest concession stand. You’ll find that a full pepperoni pizza there costs $40, not a whopping $300 like in the VIP box.
While enjoying the UNLV Rebels’ victory over the San Diego State Aztecs with a score of 41-20 on Saturday night, a friend of professional sports bettor Bill “Krackman” Krackomberger found out the hard way how expensive food can be when ordered to a VIP box.
The receipt for the food, served by Krystal H., included a breakdown of the costs:
– $300 for a pepperoni pizza pie (equivalent to $50 per slice when taxes and fees are included)
– $190 for chicken tenders
– $112 for an “administrative charge”
– $50.48 for sales tax
And all of this was before a tip!
The 23% administrative charge specified on the receipt “is not a tip or gratuity and is not distributed to service employees,” as stated.
This eye-popping bill sparked outrage on Twitter, with comments flooding in about the exorbitant prices. Many users expressed their disbelief and disappointment at the cost of food in the VIP boxes at Allegiant Stadium.
Some users pointed out the irony of having to pay such high prices in a luxury setting, while others criticized the stadium’s pricing strategy. The debate on social media highlighted the disconnect between the cost of food and the overall experience for guests.
Ultimately, the incident at Allegiant Stadium serves as a reminder of the ongoing issue of overpriced concessions at sports venues. While the allure of VIP treatment may be enticing, the reality of the costs involved can leave a bitter taste in the mouths of consumers.
As discussions continue about the affordability and value of food and beverages at stadiums, it remains to be seen how venues will respond to the feedback from patrons. In the meantime, fans may want to think twice before indulging in the VIP experience at Allegiant Stadium, unless they’re prepared to foot the bill for a $653 pizza and wings combo.
