Getting to the club before a given time -that changes from party to party- can bring advantages such as free entrance, drinks promotions on the inside and avoiding the line to get it. that should be looked into for each establishment and/or party individually, since it is not a rule to offer such advantages.

when places have live music it is normal that a fee is charged to pay the musician or band - it is called couvert artístico and the price varies, so it is recommended that one asks how much will it be on entrance

Some clubs, bars and restaurants give the clients a card, or a piece of paper in which consumation will be noted - In case of loss, a high sum is generally charged as a 'fine' - Clients, however, are not legally obliged to pay this fine, considered as abusive by PROCON-RJ, the Consumer's rights organ of Rio de Janeiro.