Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant — Restaurant in Budapest

Vibrant Rhythms and Exquisite Flavors: Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant

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Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant is a haven for salsa enthusiasts and food lovers alike, offering an unforgettable experience that combines energetic dance moves, tantalizing flavors, and a lively atmosphere. What sets this establishment apart is its unique feature of outdoor porch salsa dancing during the summer months and a cozy indoor setting for winter enjoyment.

During the summer, the outdoor porch of Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant becomes a vibrant dance floor where locals and visitors come together to sway to the infectious rhythms of salsa music. The warm breeze, the sound of live bands, and the passionate dancers create an electric atmosphere that is simply exhilarating. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner, the open-air setting encourages everyone to join in the festivities and experience the joy of salsa dancing under the starlit Havana sky.

As the winter months roll in, Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant seamlessly transitions its salsa experience indoors. The interior ambiance retains the same lively spirit, with colorful decor, lively music, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The dance floor beckons, inviting guests to put on their dancing shoes and salsa the night away. The intimate setting allows for an up-close and personal experience, where you can feel the energy of the music and connect with fellow dancers in a cozy and inviting space.

Beyond the dance floor, Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant delights the taste buds with its delectable menu. The kitchen serves up a tantalizing array of traditional Cuban dishes, bursting with flavors and made with authentic ingredients. From succulent ropa vieja to flavorful picadillo, each dish is a celebration of Cuban culinary heritage. Pair your meal with a refreshing mojito or a traditional daiquiri, and you have the perfect combination of flavors to enhance your dining experience.

What truly sets Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant apart is its commitment to providing a complete entertainment package. The live bands and talented salsa instructors ensure that the atmosphere remains electric throughout the night. Whether you're looking to learn some new moves, show off your skills on the dance floor, or simply enjoy the infectious music, the entertainment offerings are second to none.

The staff at Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant are friendly, attentive, and passionate about creating an unforgettable experience for their guests. Their warm hospitality adds an extra touch of authenticity to your visit, making you feel like you've been transported to the heart of Havana itself.

In conclusion, Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant is a hidden gem that combines the best of Cuban cuisine, vibrant salsa dancing, and a lively atmosphere. Whether you choose to dance under the stars on the outdoor porch during the summer or enjoy the cozy indoor setting during winter, you're in for a memorable experience. Immerse yourself in the rhythms of salsa, savor the mouthwatering flavors of Cuba, and let Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant transport you to a world of joy, passion, and...

Okay so this was a tough decision between three or four stars, but ended up giving four stars mainly for the atmosphere. This was our third time in Havana and I'm always puzzled. They are marketing themselves as a Cuban restaurant. But actually you can't get Cuban food here other than the Ropa Vieja. No plantain, no black beans, no Cuban bread nor white rice. I really miss proper Cuban food and if you're after that you have to be disappointed. They offer a mix of "Europeanized" versions of different Latin and Southern American food. The taco chips with pulled pork and guacamole was excellent though. It was really good. The Ropa Vieja was okay but overly salted. The chimichanga and the croquettes were tasty but they were lukewarm when brought to the table, and the portions were overly big. The frozen strawberry margarita was really good, but they took my glass away while I was dancing though there was almost half a glass left. You see that happen sometimes in Budapest, they're being overly efficient though there are people still sitting and eating. But the atmosphere they've created is really something else. You can't find this anywhere in town, and it really feels like you're in Havana. The dancers (bless them) come out and do a little dance and then get people on the dancefloor, and then they teach them some easy steps anyone can follow. And people are really going along with that and everyone's having a good time. It's really something wonderful. But one more critique goes to the band. It was a friggin Saturday night and they weren't playing live. They were there on stage but the music was clearly a playback and they were just pretending to be playing. It was really bad and hence there weren't a lot of people on the dancefloor during the band. It was a major disappointment because I remember how much people were enjoying the live music last year when it was really live music. But we still had a nice evening with our friends, and danced our hearts away. And for that I give them four stars. It's all for...

So the place is beautiful, but that's where the good things ended. Of the two staff working the floor at the time of our visit one was so miserable I found it incredibly difficult to stay positive about what was to come. To start my girlfriend and I both ordered mojitos; there was no lime in my mojito at all. Not one slice. We ordered two steaks, both were incredibly salty. I like to have some salt with my steak, but what I received was almost stomach churning. After mentioning this to the staff we were met with a shrug and nothing more. We also ordered grilled vegetables and mashed potatoes. The vegetables were also super salty. The mashed potatoes were actually pretty good, creamy and smooth with a good consistency.

In this places defence, we had been here before and food was actually pretty good. The service at the time was also excellent and we left a good review that time and a good tip. But I cant recommend this place after this experience after having paid close to 20k for the meal and drinks.

I sincerely hope the owners see this and do something about the standards of both the food and service. It is sad to see such a huge difference between visits. There are way better steak places in budapest and I'd advise anyone reading this to go somewhere else until the owners and managers have had some time to...