Republik Bar — Restaurant in San Salvador

Don’t come here if you’re a white foreigner. My first trip to El Salvador I came here because it was the highest rated nightlife option on TripAdvisor.

I was told they were at capacity, but then stood there and watched as they let at least 10 people in right in front of me. Went for a walk and came back about 20 minutes later and was told the same thing as I approached the door. Again, scores of people were let in almost immediately afterwards.

I was wearing a Canali dress shirt, Ferragamo sneakers, and nice jeans (not ripped). I wasn’t drunk as I hadn’t had anything to drink yet. I’m clean cut. The staff at the front door, with poker faces, gave me the unmistakable look that I wasn’t welcome. I can only conclude it’s because I’m a gringo. I see now, from reading the reviews, others have had the same issue/experience.

Anyway, I got into an Uber and left,...

We went for the ABBA tribute show, and the band itself was great - talented and entertaining. Unfortunately, the sound system was a major problem. The volume was far too high and the levels were poorly adjusted, so my ears hurt for half of the show, making it difficult to enjoy the performance. During the day, the constant opening of the doors also let in bright light that disrupted the atmosphere - curtains or double doors would solve this easily. Upstairs seating could also be improved; replacing the tables near the railing with a long bar-style counter would give everyone a better view of the stage. With a proper sound engineer and a few layout changes, this place could be fantastic. As it is now, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who can still hear well or wants to actually...

My friends and I were turned away because we were white foreigners. We were all dressed in at least 300 dollars in designer clothes that satisfied their dress code. The door guy told us they were at capacity, we looked in the window and they weren't half full. Then 3 El Salvadoran local girls came up and he let them in right in front of us. Between the three of us we were ready to spend 500 to 1000 dollars. Go to rooftop bar, they greeted us with open arms and we bought a bottle of Don Julio anejo. They didn't discriminate so they got our business. They shook our hands and told us to have a good time. Republik gives El Salvador a bad reputation. I've been all over the world and never been turned away because I was a white foreigner. I'm...