Make the plan with your dance partner! Here we bring you the infallible guide of places to dance in CDMX. Your body will move to the rhythm of live music and different genres pulsating on the dance floor.
1. Cubanía
If you’re looking to dance salsa, be sure to visit this lounge with a great atmosphere. On Fridays and Saturdays, Cuban salsa orchestras perform and organize a memorable party; occasionally, on Thursdays there are also events.
Don’t know how to dance? On weekdays there are classes where you can learn the basic steps or improve your technique. We recommend you check Cubanía’ s social networks for upcoming events.
🕛 From 20:00
🎟️ $100
📍 Calzada Acoxpa 550, Prados Coapa 2nd Section, Tlalpan
Mon Amour Party
Get ready to get your best moves out with this concept that organizes Latin parties with all kinds of music: reggaeton, salsa, bachata, cumbia and more. You will dance amidst vibrant lights, performance and many surprises.
Please note that reservations are required. In addition, events are held occasionally and in different locations. To check the next ones, you should keep up to date through Instagram.
3. El Babalú
Cuban salsa and bachata are some of the rhythms that will make you move your whole body. At El Babalú, there’s no time to sit down; your feet will be clamoring to get on the dance floor and dance to the sounds of the live orchestras.
There are also dance classes, such as line salsa and bachata. We recommend you make reservations (55 7447 3610) so you don’t have to wait for your table. If you want to know the upcoming guest bands, check out their Instagram profile.
🕛 Tuesday to Saturday from 8:30 pm.
🎟️ Cover from $150, although it may change depending on the type of event.
📍 Río Lerma 218, Cuauhtémoc
4. 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 place for those of us who love to shine on the dance floor. Since 1937 it has told great stories about the art and culture of Mexico City.
The salon has starred in several films and has been the home of the Aventurera cabaret. You can check upcoming events through their Instagram account, it is worth noting that here there are orchestras playing salsa, cumbia and rumba, mainly.
🕛 Different dates and times.
🎟️ From $100, although it changes depending on the event.
📍 Lerdo 206, Guerrero
5. Gran Salón
Live music to dance to! This place features great groups of salsa, cumbia and other genres that will make you shine on 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
6. 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. Caribbean orchestras perform here and have everything you need to move your body. Check out the schedule via Instagram.
🕛 Regular schedule: Monday to Wednesday 12:00 to 19:00, Thursday to Saturday 12:00 to 2:30.
📍 Puebla 52, Roma Norte
7. 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 music. Of course, cocktails and snacks are not missing on the tables. Of course, we recommend you make a reservation (through Instagram), because the place is usually crowded.
🕛 Monday to Saturday from 8pm to 4am.
🎟️ $250, from 8:00 to 22:00 women get in for free.
📍 San Luis Potosí 26, Roma Sur
8. Mambocafé
If you love to dance, you’ve surely visited this place in CDMX (it has become an obligatory stop for those looking to practice the forbidden). Here the dancing is not only to the rhythm of salsa, but they also play other Latin rhythms such as bachata, merengue and cumbia.
All night long you will enjoy DJs, bands, orchestras and groups. There are also theme parties with performances and surprises. Please note that it is necessary to attend with a reservation via WhatsApp (55 2708 3463).
🕛 Fridays and Saturdays from 9:30 am.
🎟️ The cost depends on the program, which you can check via Instagram
📍 Insurgentes Sur 644
9. Mama Rumba
One of the not-to-be-missed places to dance is Mama Rumba. This club features live music, specializing in Cuban salsa. Of course, the party is complemented with drinks and a contagious atmosphere. You will also find dance classes.
Be careful, as there are usually a lot of people, so we recommend you to make a reservation by 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
10. Caribbean Room
Brother of the Great Salon of Mexico City: Salon Caribe! This place is located in the San Rafael neighborhood and specializes in making you get your best moves. It organizes evenings with live music. It will welcome you with salsa, cumbia, danzón and other tropical genres. Who are you inviting?
🕛 Check the next events through Facebook
🎟️ From $50, although this amount could change per event.
📍 Ribera de San Cosme 142, San Rafael