- Cubanía
If you’re looking to dance salsa, don’t miss this great-atmosphere venue. On Fridays and Saturdays, Cuban salsa bands perform and organize a memorable party. Occasionally, there are events on Thursdays as well.
Don’t know how to dance? During the week, there are classes where you’ll learn the basic steps or improve your techniques. We recommend checking Cubanía’s social media to find out about upcoming events.
🕛 From 8:00 p.m.
🎟️ $100
📍 Calzada Acoxpa 550, Prados Coapa 2nd Section, Tlalpan
- Mon Amour Party
Get ready to show off your best moves with this concept that organizes Latin parties with all kinds of music: reggaeton, salsa, bachata, cumbia and more. You’ll dance amidst vibrant lights, performances and many surprises.
Keep in mind that it’s necessary to attend with a reservation. In addition, the events are held occasionally and in different locations. To check out upcoming ones, you should keep up to date via Instagram.
- El Babalú
Cuban salsa and bachata are some of the rhythms that will make you move your whole body. At El Babalú there is no time to sit down; your feet will be clamoring to be on the dance floor and dance to the sound of live orchestras.
There are also dance classes, such as salsa in line and bachata. We recommend that you attend with a reservation (at 55 7447 3610) so you don’t have to wait for your table. If you want to know the next guest bands, check out their Instagram profile.
🕛 Tuesday to Saturday from 8:30 p.m.
🎟️ Cover from $150, although it can change depending on the type of event
📍 Río Lerma 218, Cuauhtémoc
- Salón Los Ángeles
In the Guerrero neighborhood you will find one of the most acclaimed places to dance in CDMX. Salón Los Ángeles is a cult site for those of us who love to polish up the dance floor. Since 1937 it has told great stories about the art and culture of Mexico City.
The salon has been the protagonist in different films and is home to the Aventurera cabaret. You can check out upcoming events through their Instagram account, it should be noted that here there are orchestras that play salsa, cumbia and rumba, mainly.
🕛 Different dates and times
🎟️ From $100, although it changes depending on the event
📍 Lerdo 206, Guerrero
- Gran Salón
Live music to dance to! This place features great salsa, cumbia and other genre groups that will make you polish up the dance floor. Occasionally, there are well-known groups such as Sonora Dinamita or Adolescent’s Orquesta. You can check the lineup through Facebook.
🕛 Different dates and times
🎟️ General admission from $50
📍 Av. Manuel González 171, Tlatelolco
- La Flor del Son
This will become one of your favorite places to dance Cuban salsa in CDMX. La Flor del Son is a Mexican restaurant that lovers of tropical rhythms have to visit, at least once.
Although you can enjoy buffet and a la carte food, the real joy is in the center of the dance floor. Here Caribbean orchestras perform that have everything you need to move your body. Check the schedule through Instagram.
🕛 Regular hours: Monday to Wednesday 12:00 to 19:00, Thursday to Saturday from 12:00 to 2:30
📍 Puebla 52, Roma Norte
- Club San Luis
Dance enthusiasts waste no time and spend their weekends at Club San Luis. And of course, here you will find the best atmosphere to the rhythm of live salsa. Of course, cocktails and snacks are not missing on the tables. Of course, we recommend that you go with a reservation (through Instagram), as the place is usually packed.
🕛 Monday to Saturday from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.
🎟️ $250, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. women enter for free
📍 San Luis Potosí 26, Roma Sur
- Mambocafé
If you love dancing, you’ve surely visited this place in CDMX (it has become a must-stop for those looking to practice the forbidden). Here the dancing is not only to the rhythm of salsa, but they play other Latin rhythms such as bachata, merengue and cumbia.
All night long you will enjoy DJs, bands, orchestras and groups. Also, themed parties with performances and surprises are held. Keep in mind that it is necessary to attend with a reservation via WhatsApp (55 2708 3463).
🕛 Friday and Saturday from 9:30
🎟️ The cost depends on the program, which you can check via Instagram
📍 Insurgentes Sur 644
- Mama Rumba
One of the must-sees for dancing is Mama Rumba. In this club there is live music, specializing in Cuban salsa. Of course, the party is complemented by drinks and a contagious atmosphere. You will also find dance classes.
Be careful, because there are usually a lot of people, so we recommend that you attend with a reservation via WhatsApp at 55 2303 0038. Or, arrive very early to get a table.
🕛 Wednesday to Saturday from 8:30 p.m.
🎟️ Women $50 and men $100, although these prices may change
📍 Querétaro 230, Roma Norte
- Salón Caribe
Brother of the Gran Salón de la Ciudad de México: Salon Caribe! This place is located in the San Rafael neighborhood and specializes in making you get your best moves. It organizes afternoon parties with live music. It will welcome you with salsa, cumbia, danzón and other tropical genres. Who are you inviting?
🕛 Check out upcoming events on Facebook
🎟️ From $50, although this amount could change by event
📍 Ribera de San Cosme 142, San Rafael
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