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Rumba

Bar Night club Club Dance club

One of the Most Reviewed Dance clubs in London


Address

36 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7EP, United Kingdom

Website

barrumbalondon.com

Contact

+44 20 7287 6933

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.50 (1.5K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 7:30 PM to 3 AM
  • Thursday: 7:30 PM to 3 AM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 7:30 PM to 3 AM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 7:30 PM to 3 AM
  • Sunday: 7:30 PM to 3 AM
  • Monday: 7:30 PM to 3 AM
  • Tuesday: 7:30 PM to 3 AM

Featured Reviews


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  • 1/5 Klaudine 1 year ago on Google
    Reading all the reviews now about this bar, I am totally convinced that this is the WORST CLUB in London! Seems like what happened to us also happened to a lot of other people - same issue and same staff. Beware of this guy in pictures if you decide to go on this club. I would suggest to turn around in case you initially planned to enjoy your night in this club - believe me you will only ruin your night. This guy right here is extremely the rudest person I’ve ever encountered. He thinks so highly of himself, so if you ever see this guy prepare yourself because he will be offensive to customers in the worst way possible. Especially to us women! Don’t ever accept this guy to get away with this kind of treatment. My friends and I decided to go to this club to celebrate a birthday. The security guards have checked my ID (licence), asked for bank card and even asked for passport. All of these were provided and I was already allowed to get in but all of a sudden this senseless guy came into the picture and stopped me from getting in simply because he thinks “I don’t look my age at all” - I’m 29 btw - and started accusing me of providing fake ID. When I reacted, the guards pushed me towards outside. Eventually this guy on pictures were saying to me “I’m gonna bang you up!” Totally insane night and unbelievable attitude from this guy. We have done nothing wrong but the staff started being aggressive and that’s where all the trouble worsen. Take note, we were not even drunk when we came to Bar Rumba - like what they always use as an excuse on other people’s complaints on the reviews. They didn’t even refunded my friends for not letting them in. Another review complaining about the same guy with pictures of him too. CLEARLY THIS GUY HAS MENTAL ISSUES! Avoid this club!!! Even reviews are poor.
    42 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Oliver R. 2 years ago on Google
    The racism here is out of this world. They kept turning black people back and letting white people in despite the fact that the black people were calm and respectful to them and came to party and buy drinks. Should just say “Rumba White People’s Bar, Blacks Not Allowed.” Take us back to 1964. Seriously avoid this place if you care about respect and your fellow human beings. Nobody should be discriminated against because of the color of their skin.
    24 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Oliwia 1 year ago on Google
    I’m fully convinced this is the worst club in London, if you’re in a bigger group of people and wanna have a good night please avoid this club, you’re simply not gonna get it, the security and the manager (white guy with a beard) will get rude and swear at u for no reason. Absolutely awful and disgusting staff. We didn’t get in because one of our friends "was too drunk" even though we didn’t drink anything before getting in. We were on the guest list as it was one of my friends birthday but they didn’t seem to care at all. I wish i could give this club 0 starts, seems like what happened to us, happened to many other people. Once again AVOID THIS CLUB it will ruin ur night and that’s all.
    24 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Adithi R. 8 months ago on Google
    Please don't visit if you're a person of color. They are clearly racist and it's so sad to see. The black female security guard asked us, two Asian women, if we had a booking, we said no but we're happy to pay because our sisters were inside and we wanted to make sure we could reach them. She said absolutely not all bookings are closed. Right after us, there were a group of white men and women who she winked to saying you guys don't have a booking but I will let you in just wait here. You can look at multiple reviews where only white people have had a positive experience. No place for racists in this city guys, you should shut shop if you can't be inclusive. I will make sure I tell my huge group of Asian diaspora who live here as well as white friends to never visit. You guys have lost potential business because of your internalized racism which is so sad to see. As we stood waiting another guy who works at the club offered to let us in if we paid cash. Goes to show how shady these guys are. Thankfully our sisters came out anyway coz the club was boring but was a good learning for us. Plus we were spared the humiliation of giving our money to a racist establishment.
    23 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Samantha S. 2 years ago on Google
    We all had a lovely night at the comedy event, then we all had a great time after in a little booth.. but THEN we were told at midnight that we needed to move from our booth cos it was "booked". No sorry, no "my bad this area is booked".. baring in mind there was no sign on any tables and we had spent alot of money in the venue at this point, and now we just had to move..
    22 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chi Man C. 1 year ago on Google • 217 reviews
    Small dance area however the vibe is good with crowd of people who really want to have a great night out. Entrance price is a bit high for 15 pounds anyway its central London. DJ plays good dance music. Stereos are fantastic.

  • 1/5 Megan O. 1 year ago on Google
    WARNING Avoid this club if you want to have a good night out. £20 entry. Disrespectful security guard kicked out lots of people in the time I was there just because he could. DJ announced to the club they were stopping serving drinks at 1am! Staff are rude. London has a lot better nightlife than this place so don't waste your hard earned money here.
    21 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 alex s. 2 years ago on Google
    My girlfriends and I went to celebrate 3 of our birthdays. We were having a nice time until one of our party went outside for a cigarette and was told she could not re-enter for 15 minutes. No reason was given and the doorman said that it was not his decision. One of us who was inside was called and she went up to ask what was going on. She was told she was being argumentative and that if she didn't go back downstairs, neither would be allowed in After explaining that we are in our 30s and 40s, and that we'd spent a lot if money in there, and that our friends would worry he eventually let her back in. There were no issues leading up to this moment. Everyone was in good spirits and having a nice time. The bar staff were lovely. But that incident ruined everyone's mood. We'd have left had we not just bought another £300 bottle for our table. We won't be going back and we will not be giving positive reviews and word of mouth. It seems the young manager was on some sort of power trip and was throwing his weight around. There was no need. Even the door people didn't understand why our friend was made to stand outside like a naughty child. Disgusting
    20 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Haley C. 1 year ago on Google
    this bar was HOSTILE. came here for a pub crawl and ended up being so disappointed. never ever come here if you’re a woman , they will belittle you and make you feel like you’ve never had a sip of alcohol. DO NOT RECOMMEND.
    19 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Gixemxk X. 1 year ago on Google
    Could say its one of the worst clubs in London, if you are willing to have fun do not go there! On a busy Saturday night when me and my sisters were having fun just dancing like every other person in there a disrespectful security guard randomly came over to us and told us to leave the club without giving us a reason. When we did go outside another security told us to have fresh air and that she will get us back in, however the same rude guy came and told her that we are banned from going in. They were all so disrespectful and harsh on us, when all we wanted to know was why we was banned from going back in.
    18 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Emma S. 2 years ago on Google
    Here is the manager who decided to comment on my appearance/face when I asked for my money back after 1, not getting it and 2, paying twice. Disgusting and very unprofessional behaviour I do not recommend coming here at all.
    17 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 M M. 4 months ago on Google • 141 reviews
    Security were pretty friendly. Bar waitresses could be a bit more enthusiastic and provide a better customer service... DJ was very good. Surprisingly the toilets were really clean! I wasn't expecting that from a nightclub!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 paula g. 3 months ago on Google • 148 reviews New
    We went because we read they put reggaeton and hip-hop. We asked at the entrance, and they confirmed they play reggaeton. It was just hip-hop. They could have just been honest....

  • 1/5 Dr S. 1 year ago on Google
    The worst club ever. Do not go to this one. They get you pay the money and then don't let you in saying you are too drunk to get in. This is sick. I had my blue water bottle all the time with me because we went to British Museum first and then thought of hitting this club and when they checked my bag they say you can't take this blue bottle in I said its just water, not alcohol, we already paid for the entry but still they didn't let us in. They said you are aggresive and fighting us off. Shouldn't I fight for what's right? Can't believe we paid £5 each for the club and couldn't get in. Money doesn't grow on trees. We work hard for it and for some people it might be nothing but for us it matters. Please dont go to this club. Its a waste of money and there was no crowd anyways from what I received. Aren't you suppose to treat yourself with one or two drinks because the drinks at any place in Soho cost you more than £6. And then they after taking your money say, you can not go in. Why would you take our money then? Its a waste, its very personal but it made me cry on how they treated me. I felt as an outsider. It was so not right from the security to do that. I will never ever in my life forget how I was treated at this club because of my sex (being a female) as well as color, I would never ever go to this one ever again, and ever recommend anyone to go there ever again.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Justyna Karolina B. 2 years ago on Google
    Rude security and owner, came out with a group of friends, we all came in separate but in the space of 30 minutes(within the same hour-so prices should of not changed). We all paid different prices of entry, ranging from £5-20 per person??? There seemed to be a correlation that our white British friends paid less, and my black friends, or myself with an accent paid more. This is completely unacceptable, I have worked myself on club front doors and we have never made prices based on how someone looks. Do better, inequality written all over!!
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Malias Asidah w. 1 year ago on Google
    Friday 3 of March. My friend and I were excited to dance and enjoy the lively atmosphere. We had a great time socializing with other patrons, and the music was just our style. However, our experience was soured by the unexpected behavior of the manager. At one point, the manager approached us and asked us to calm down in a extremely rude way, even though we were simply enjoying ourselves on the dance floor. This was confusing and surprising, especially given the club's advertised motto of "WE LIKE TO PARTY!" on their website. Despite this, we still had a great time dancing and chatting with other patrons. Unfortunately, later in the evening, the manager returned and asked us to leave the club without providing any explanation. We were being yelled at aggressively, and she never approached us in a normal way to explain what we had done wrong. This left us feeling confused and frustrated, as we were simply dancing in our own space and not causing any trouble. To our surprise, the people around us were equally puzzled and thought it was unfair that we were being kicked out, as they couldn't see any reason for it. While we did have fun at Rumba and appreciated the chance to dance and socialize, the inconsistent management and lack of clarity around acceptable behavior on the dance floor left a negative impression. Overall, it was an enjoyable but ultimately disappointing night out. We hope that Rumba can address these issues in the future and create a more welcoming environment for all patrons.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Step P. 7 months ago on Google
    Club itself is really good but the security staff are extremely rude and very unhelpful. Was searched multiple times when other people were allowed to go in and when I questioned this I was threatened by the security team. The management of the club should look into replacing this security team because they are affecting the business as a whole. Whole point of security is to protect the venue…not to damage and destroy its reputation.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Maria 1 year ago on Google
    Scary and rude security We went on a Saturday night at around midnight. Security staff on the outside of the club were terrifying, dramatic and completely unnecessarily rude. They made us all queue up in a single line in complete silence to check our IDs, and was flicking them as if they were fake. We were completely sober but told to take an alcohol test when we got inside. We were made to feel like criminals, they were especially rude to the people I was with as they didn’t fully understand what security said to them and kindly asked them to repeat - my friends native language is not English Entrance is £20 which is average for London when buying on the door I wouldn’t recommend this club to anyone
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 nikki s. 2 years ago on Google
    I only go Thursday nights so it not too busy. The staff working them nights are all nice and make sure you’re safe. The music is great! But I tried to go Saturday once, paid and couldn’t be let in because it was too full, so I emailed and got my refund within a day. I would only recommend on quieter nights to enjoy the most out of your experience! Still full off people though! X
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Elysse W. 2 years ago on Google
    We bought tickets from a promoter and we were really excited to go as he sold the fact that the music was exactly to our tastes. However upon arrival we were greeted by a horrifically rude and possibly racist security guard who made us open our phones to show him we weren’t filming an incident which ensued with another security guard and another party (The racism came from the fact the party of white peoples ahead were treated with the highest of manners) We were disgusted by this invasion of privacy but we complied as we had already purchased our tickets we went inside the club and the people inside were very sparse yet extremely creepy and touchy. As we left we directed people away from the club telling them about our situation i hope they didn’t make the same mistakes as us.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Olivia W. 11 months ago on Google
    Just got assaulted (slapped across the face) by a man from the club right outside and the security told him to run away. I am a female and was hit by a black male (pictured below) about 5’10” and a female security guard (potentially a police officer I’m not positive but she was wearing a yellow vest) (from Burkina Faso) encouraged him to run away so he wouldn’t get caught. I do not recommend this club what so ever. The picture of the man will be attached below as well as a picture of the “security” that told him to run and the security (the two men pictured) at the club supporting it. It was reported to the police and the police did not do anything about it.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Alex P. 2 years ago on Google
    Great venue, but door staff are terrible, rude and aggressive for no real reason. They speak to people like they are inferior to them. After having a polite, calm conversation with one of them they proceeded to man handle my friend for "being too drunk." At which point we left. Nice basement club with low ceilings but ruined by ignorant bouncers.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Leon F. 1 year ago on Google
    Please avoid it, if possible!! Pre-booked tickets for me and 10+ of my friends and we were denied entry after security saw one of our friends drinking on the other side of the street. When we arrived, security told us we were banned from the club for the night because they saw one of us drinking. After a discussion, showcasing that we were all still sober and not understanding why we were denied entry since drinks are also sold inside, the security personnel got aggressive and threatened us. We never received a refund. Avoid at all costs!!!!!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Amr k. 5 months ago on Google • 16 reviews
    Rip off, unprofessional and absolutely not worth another visit. My recent visit to Rumba Nightclub was mostly enjoyable, but there was one incident that stood out. Fatima, one of the security staff, told us that we couldn't enter unless we paid extra and kept it a secret, even though our online booking didn't mention such a requirement. After we agreed to this strange condition, we later discovered that our tickets came with complimentary drinks. When this was brought to the attention of the supervisor, they promptly apologized and refunded our extra payment. However, later in the evening, Fatima accused us of wrongdoing without reason and threatened to deny us re-entry. This not only left us baffled but also ruined the night to some extent. I hope Rumba Nightclub management takes note of such incidents to maintain their reputation.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Scott M. 6 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    This was the first stop with my girlfriend for the pubcrawl. At the beginning it was okay. When we came back (end of the crawl) the atmosphere was totally ruïned by the staff. People were shouted at in the line outside and inside when they were waiting to retrieve their coats. The music-choice was really horrible. Don't go there after midnight.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Elisa T. 4 months ago on Google • 43 reviews
    Had such a night! Went there yesterday with a friend and everything was great… besides for the DJ🥲 I know it’s not nice to go there asking for songs… but the fact that he said no in such a rude way.. like chill bro, you’re just ruining everybody’s mood for no reason why!

  • 1/5 Synthia G. 1 year ago on Google
    I used to love going here and being a regular for 4 years but recently I was for the memories and was denied entry as I was accompanied by too many male friends? Ridiculous behaviour as they let some other girls who were completely inebriated go ahead of us and enter the club whereas myself and my friends who had just stepped out for the night were told we were too drunk to enter?? Really ruined my experience as i was looking forward to going back to a place I have so many good memories at but definitely won’t recommend it to people anymore.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Osmond A. 1 year ago on Google
    Good music just a shame the bar was emptish. Atmosphere wasn’t great for a Saturday night at around 10-11pm. I’m assuming it’s a better atmosphere after 12pm. I left at 11:30 and there was a small queue outside, May have just been one of those days. Used to go there back in the day was a lot better when they did r&b/dance music.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Jake A. 4 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Homophobic bouncer. Took my team out for drinks and one of my female colleagues starting dancing with another girl and both of them having a good time. The bouncer then came over and told my colleague she needed to go out for some air and walked her outside. We told the head doorman and he went and spoke to the bouncer that walked her out (so thank you to him) but it's 2023 this shouldn't of happened in the first place. There were guys doing a lot more explicit things with girls in that club and nothing happened to them. Fire the homophobic bouncer and you will have a decent club
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Romain M. 5 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    bar and very nice atmosphere. on the other hand, security leaves something to be desired. a security guy did not accept that I left my jacket on the stool, and came several times to put my jacket in my arms, telling me that I had to keep it on me. unacceptable, we came there twice in the evening with the "pub crawl" service, we consumed, and we felt harassed by this bouncer. unacceptable. we left without having finished our evening. Shame
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Max B. 1 year ago on Google
    Fatim was amazing, she was very lovely on the door. We would go back just to see her again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Open Mind Open L. 2 years ago on Google
    So your security like to assault members of the public, even run across to push people. This is wrong and they clearly need either firing or more training. Terrible, an official police report was made
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nihal S. 2 years ago on Google
    The bar staff are very nice but the arab bodyguard are very rude, in the middle of the night with no reason he took me outside the club saying I was drank. The club is very nice but the threat of this guy was very terrible experience. I couldn't even take my stuff from the cloakroom.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 samuel s. 2 years ago on Google
    Security very aggressive and rude. Pushing to the point I dropped my phone and wallet out of my hand, Excessive force being used even outside of the line. Head security is okay and easy to communicate with but other security members.... It's a no from me.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Felicia C. 2 years ago on Google
    Have been seeing all this negatives comments and decided to leave a review . The staff is amazing , we visit Rumba at least once in two weeks , often times even often . The security guards have always , ALWAYS , been nice to us - and we usually visit as a group of 3 girls . I have witnessed the security being tough but it was circumstantial to difficult costumers that weren’t making their job any easier . The bar staff always go above and beyond , and the ticket price if bought ahead of time of their website is a reasonable £5 - while majority of the clubs in London have entry starting from £10-15. I can’t recommend the club enough - the music is a mix of everything .
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hugo C. 1 year ago on Google
    Following our night out a few weeks ago for a friend’s birthday, we were impressed by the staff’s attention to the safety of their customers. My friend happened to have drunk too much, and the bouncers made sure he was safe by keeping him under both our and their watch. They really made sure he was safe until we took him home. Excellent place, I would honestly recommend :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sania s. 1 year ago on Google
    We went to Rumba on Thursday and Fatim took very good care of us, she was so sweet and loved her energy! Best security I’ve seen by far. Very friendly service.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 gabyella33 4 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    The guides were super nice! BUT they disappeared at the end and the security people determine whether or not you're too intoxicated to come in to the last bar. I was sticking up for a random guy in my group and the security said my husband was too drunk to come in. Then she decided to not let anybody from the bar crawl come in. It's a rip off because if you can't drink and have fun then why pay for this. She was super rude and the reviews will tell you what you need to know. Just do this on your own.

  • 4/5 Nicolas 1 year ago on Google
    Under the week it’s not so crowded and only one part of the area is opened. But atmosphere was good, I did like/dislike a couple of songs (like most clubs)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris G. 1 year ago on Google
    Fatim is the most lovely women I’ve ever met. She is very welcoming to all people and truly lovely. She I clever and strong, she can convey an instruction with a look, and gently convey what you need to know without offending you. She will be the boss but not embarrass you. Had a chat to her after we left the bar. Genuinely lovely woman.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Walid A. 1 year ago on Google
    Fatim was an excellent door lady. Very friendly, welcoming experience. What a good night She made sure we got our drinks back x What a good experience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ana K. 2 years ago on Google
    Worst club I been in my life.rude staff. Rude security. Inside tint and stinky. No taste in music. Anywhere you stand you asked to move out the way to let more people in. Lol it's like a big corridor. Not nightclub. Man without girls not allowed. But girls alone are. LOGIC ??? That shouldn't be allowed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 chloe g. 10 months ago on Google
    Fatim is an amazing security guard she deserve to be a head of security because she made me feel safe. The other security guards were not as attentive. She protected me from a predictor who was about to bounce me. She also is on the top of her game, really welcoming. And honestly I love her she stop kind and deserves the world 💗💗💗.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 London R. 2 years ago on Google
    Worst club in London, most of the staff are on some sort of power trip. They're rude and disrespectful. I Had multiple issues with staff and also watched them picking on other people- unprovoked... I thought maybe they were just having a bad night but after reading other reviews it's clear that the staff's bad attitude is a reoccurring theme in this club... Wouldn't recommend to anyone.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 J S. 2 years ago on Google
    Very poor experience. Bar staff were fantastic. But Security terrible. Asked female security staff a question about possibly charging phone - next thing I’m being thrown out for being rude???? Was nothing but polite …… wanted to talk to explain my side: I’m not a rude person. But had me thrown out and then calling me vile language. Do not trust this place. Horrible people. Paid good money to be here for a comedy night.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Florian W. 1 year ago on Google
    It was a great tour with great people and of course, with great team. BUT I would recommend to rename it as it is a club tour and NOT a pub tour. I expected something different. I expected to meet other people and having a great night together. But we have been a big group and went to clubs where it wasn't easy to communicate anymore. So the only people you were talking to were the ones you met at the beginning. No chance to speak to others when you entered the first club... music is loud and is more dancing. Not knowing who is part of the group. Nevertheless it was a great night.

  • 1/5 Jon D. 2 years ago on Google
    We arrived with guest-list entry but we were told our friend was too drunk to enter (she was by far the most sober of all of us) and so we had to get an extortionate Uber home. Do not go here unless you can convince them you’re straight edge because otherwise you’ll be sent away it seems.

  • 5/5 Olivia P. 1 year ago on Google
    I found this club so safe! Coming up from Devon with my sister and we were very nervous about clubbing in London. We purchased tickets before we arrived and this was super easy when we got to the door, all we had to do was provide our IDs and the tickets which you get via email. Once inside I think I counted at least 3 security guards, and there were also people wondering round collecting glasses checking up on guests. The music was a great mix of all genres and we loved that there was a bar area to stand and drink and also a dance area. I would also like to say that the woman who works in the club toilet was amazing, she was very kind and continuously checked up on all who went in to use the toilets! I think I felt safer clubbing here than I would in Devon! Definitely somewhere I’d recommend if you’re apprehensive about clubbing in the big city but also looking for somewhere you can have a great time! Also, before 11pm it’s happy hour which was a bonus!!

  • 5/5 Robert P. 2 years ago on Google
    I literally love this place!!! So happy they are open again! My mates and I always come here! Amazing drinks, door staff, bar staff and the VIBE is everything!!! Cannot recommend enough! Yayayayayaya 2021 is looking up! XxX

  • 5/5 Caliandra Maria Macedo de Lima G. 1 year ago on Google
    I went on Wednesday there, I got a really great time with friends. We came early so I could enjoy the good prices of the happy hour, Cocktail jugs and bottle of Prosecco with half price ❤️ Gina was very polite and friendly, spoke with us in Spanish what was so helpful. Just loved Rumba 🥰

  • 5/5 Nishani K. 1 year ago on Google
    This club has all the good vibes! Really good mix of music! Security Fatim is an absolute legend! She is super friendly and has a genuinely good banter. Even offered me a nice cup of tea because I was really down. Thank you :) Xx

  • 5/5 Sei L. 8 months ago on Google
    Great place to your first time in London. Go after 10pm please, just go before this if you want to be in a empty place.

  • 5/5 Nikolas M. 2 years ago on Google
    I celebrated my birthday last week here and everyone loved it.. We had lots of fun and even they had provided us with great deals.

  • 1/5 Steph P. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely disgraceful. Stood in the line for one hour only to get to the front and be turned away because we weren't on the guest list. Do not go here.

  • 5/5 Lara A. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing night at Rumba, the staff and security was so lovely and welcoming! Some clubs can be a bit hostile with people after they’ve had a drink but not this one all members were lovely and even let us stay after to finish our drinks! Intend to return ASAP! Thank you!

  • 5/5 Maya L. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing so funny!!! Such a good evening to go out with friends and enjoy some time with friends - will definitely be coming g again.

  • 4/5 Alexis C. 2 years ago on Google
    My friends and I had a great time. Security was strict, as expected. Great music and atmosphere. However, only one bar was serving cocktails therefore the queue for the main bar was long. Mostly did shots in the second bar near the DJ. I would come back for the good music.

  • 5/5 Peter L. 2 years ago on Google
    The staff including the door staff were great and we had a great night in here.

  • 5/5 Jane M. 2 years ago on Google
    Had an amazing night full of singing and dancing! The acts were great and normality was such a lovely thing to see!

  • 5/5 Anna W. 2 years ago on Google
    So much fun great night out would highly recommend! Couldn’t say any more great things! I loved all of the acts

  • 5/5 Ashley J. 2 years ago on Google
    Best cocktail bar in London. Amazing drinks, vibe and staff! Quality and friendly service. Hopefully will comeback very soon!

  • 5/5 Caleb B. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic night out... lots of really funny acts, good atmosphere and great value for money. Highly recommend

  • 5/5 Charlie F. 2 years ago on Google
    What a night. Best cocktail bar in London by far. The drinks were amazing and so was the service.

  • 5/5 Isabella P. 2 years ago on Google
    Had such a good night here. Haven’t laughed at stand-up comedy for such a long time so was very pleasantly surprised!

  • 5/5 Kauthar E. 2 years ago on Google
    Great club, very friendly security and bar staff. Took good care of me and my friend on our night out. Good drinks, I will come back again.

  • 5/5 Elliot P. 2 years ago on Google
    It was very funny and the atmosphere was great. The drinks were good value too. Will definitely go again.

  • 5/5 Ellis S. 2 years ago on Google
    Had the most amazing night !! The staff were amazing and the acts were incredible such a good laugh and a good atmosphere , very helpful in regards to booking my best friends hen do! Can't fault them! Will definitely be going back ! Thankyou for an amazing night and for all the help and laughs

  • 1/5 kiran s. 2 years ago on Google
    Appalling customer service, I ordered a drink which came to £11 I strictly remember giving the bartender £20 and he didn’t give me no change back. I asked for my money and claimed I gave him £10. He owed me £9, I spoke to the manager who said will look at cctv for evidence the next day. I raised my concerns how I felt in an email and the response was rude, arrogant and unprofessional and still haven’t received my money back. It has more upset me the way I have been treated and the way they have spoken to me. I will most definitely not be coming back.

  • 2/5 Josef H. 2 years ago on Google
    Very crowded, not good if you are after a club with plenty of room and the entry fee is not worth it at all. You literally are stuck in a tiny room with music that could be mixed better. Good if you want to catch Covid Very crowded, not good if you are after a club with plenty of room and the entry fee is not worth it at all. You literally are stuck in a tiny room with music that could be mixed better. Good if you want to catch Covid

  • 5/5 Ellis B. 2 years ago on Google
    Been here a few times, the most recent being for Halloween, and it's always very good. Can usually get in at the door on the night which is rare for London, tunes are a good mix of genres and the bar staff are friendly. Would recommend

  • 5/5 Ellie B. 2 years ago on Google
    Not one to usually leave a review but my friends and I had an incredible night. Staff were amazing, pre-booked with ease and the vibe was great. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a night out in London!

  • 5/5 Robert W. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a couple of nights here - great fun and superb music. Plenty of seating and a great atmosphere

  • 5/5 Mathias A. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice bar staff and overall very good night out. Highly recommend

  • 5/5 Conor P. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing venue! Visited a few times an various nights and has never disappointed. Music is always pumping and the dance floor is packed. Would recommend to anyone looking for a big night!

  • 5/5 Isabel P. 2 years ago on Google
    Really great atmosphere, will come back soon for sure!

  • 5/5 William B. 2 years ago on Google
    We went with our best friends. Best night ever !

  • 1/5 Gaetano L. 2 years ago on Google
    I wanted to spend a nice night with my friend. Bought ticket from the website and everything was going well. But at the entrance the security didn't let us in, even if we had girls with us. Asked for refund that we didn't even received. Very sad and upsetting. We will never come back again

  • 5/5 Arthur M. 2 years ago on Google
    It was a really enjoyable night a few party members couldn't skate but still enjoyed having a go. The staff were very friendly and the place has a good vibe. I would recommend as a different night out

  • 5/5 Hayley M. 2 years ago on Google
    Had an amazing night out at Rumba, staff were super helpful when I lost my purse and helped me find it on the dance floor. Thank you so much - especially the really tall manager

  • 5/5 Kerry G. 2 years ago on Google
    By far one of the greatest nights out in London, friendly staff and awesome DJs!!

  • 1/5 Megan O. 2 years ago on Google
    I wish I'd read these reviews first. All of these mentions of rude and racist security safe were true of our visit. My boyfriend was plucked from the que and asked to varify how much he had to drink. Set the theme for the night. The bar staff were rude and would rather argue with people then serve drinks. £20 to get in £14 for a drink - save yourself the money and time queuing. Would not recommend!

  • 3/5 Bald D. 2 years ago on Google
    I thought my ears would bleed, the transitions between songs was awful the same as music. Some cool techno music mixed with 10 year old Spanish hits 😁 Also the security is quite rude, they take to seriously their job, I felt watched.

  • 1/5 Fouad 5 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    My recent visit to Rumba Nightclub was extremely disappointing, with one incident that truly marred the experience. Fatima, one of the security staff, demanded an extra payment and insisted we keep it a secret, despite our online booking not mentioning such a requirement. After reluctantly complying with this odd condition, we later found out that our tickets included complimentary drinks. When this was brought to the supervisor's attention, they promptly apologized and refunded our extra payment as a form of drinks. To make matters worse, later in the evening, Fatima accused us of wrongdoing without reason and threatened to deny us re-entry. This not only left us baffled but also ruined the night to a great extent. What's even more disheartening is that when denying us access, Fatima also had the audacity to ask for a tip. This entire experience was simply unpleasant. I sincerely hope Rumba Nightclub management takes serious note of such incidents to preserve their hard-earned reputation. I would advice you better to find an alternative place until they fix up this corruption.
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  • 1/5 Jesse M. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Fatima and the other security guy were terrible. Bad judge of character and the sad part is that they let everyone in our group go in that are light skin and not us. We were with the Londo Pup crawl and they toldus we drank too much and that was not the case. Do not recommend.

  • 5/5 Diana L. 7 months ago on Google • 1 review
    The security and hostess are amazing! Very pleasant and accommodating. Took us right away and made us feel so comfortable. Fatim at the front door is the best!

  • 5/5 Rebecca H. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Fatim was the best bouncer I have ever encountered. She was so kind and pleasant. SHE NEEDS A RAISE ASAP!!!! FATIM we LOVE YOU!!!!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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