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Salsa Bar Cartagena

Bar Salsa bar

Salsa bar, opened 1985, offering colorful murals, a Latin vibe, dance classes & DJs playing music. People often mention music, people, dance, good, salsa, Good, great, atmosphere, drinks, dancing,


Address

Rue du Marché au Charbon Kolenmarkt 70, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Website

www.cartagenasalsabar.be

Contact

+32 475 93 81 53

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.90 (983 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 6 PM to 6 AM
  • Saturday: 6 PM to 6 AM
  • Sunday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Thursday: 6 PM to 2 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: music (18) people (15) dance (13) good (11) salsa (11) Good (10) great (9) atmosphere (9) drinks (8) dancing (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 1/5 Joao G. 2 years ago on Google
    Not a place to go - shameful attitude + no respect for clients -- Saturday 2am you tried to reach with 3 friends to enjoy some latin music and you're stopped by the security guy because "the place is full no more people entering.." . This would be acceptable if you didn't have other groups of people coming way after my group and entering (without any problem) and even saying hi to the security. Additionally once I asked (politely) why other people were entering and us not (when we're sober and not being rude or any sort)..the answer was." You will not enter. Go away. Bye". If you see the reviews indeed there are comments about segregation of people who joined this club.. shame.
    46 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Yann G. 2 years ago on Google
    I just went to Cartagena and stayed five min. Why? Absolutely no control of the corona pass whatsoever, whilst the room is packed with people. This feeling of being in the middle of potentially a covid cluster was awful. The managers can really do better. Go elsewhere meanwhile! Enjoy the weekend and “stay safe”!
    36 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 alexander p. 11 months ago on Google • 485 reviews
    I don't recommend this place, music is good for dancing salsa bachata , delicious drinks... But unfortunately people who go here are not, if you want go there be careful with your stuff, you could also meet animals who will try to touch you wife even if they see she is not alone. At the same the security is outside speaking to young girls so... I think there are other places to go dance and spend good time.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Gustavo Pérez A. 1 year ago on Google
    14 Euros for a Gin and Tonic with Tanqueray (not Gordons) Gin..... too expensive for the type of place
    20 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Anabel Vega Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Not a safe environment. Worst experience I ever had in Club. misogynistic doormen, in this club they force you to take off your jacket giving you no choice even if you pay them and want to keep it. Rude personal, basically the whole pack I won’t be back. Girls entry for free and man need to pay.
    20 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raul E. 1 year ago on Google • 244 reviews
    Superb place in Brussels center to dance salsa and latin music, great crew!

  • 4/5 Ines S. 3 months ago on Google • 187 reviews New
    Latin place to dance open until late in Brussels centre. It was not very crowded and the music was good. There's an entrance fee of 5 euros which includes coat check and a shot. Decent bathroom.

  • 1/5 sanjeev l. 1 year ago on Google
    Don’t go there if you are brown. I am from New York City and we got kicked out for being louder then the DJ. We spent so much money/ I was loving Brussels but now I think that New York City is greater ♥️
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 EDWIN R. 2 years ago on Google • 93 reviews
    Great mix of Spanish music (not only salsa) and good drinks available. Would recommend to anyone looking for a Spanish bar in Brussels. Will definitely be back once Covid restrictions are lifted.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Francesco M. 9 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Incredibly irresponsible staff. Asked for water for a sick friend, first denied me tap water and teen left me waiting 15 minutes for a small bottle. Avoid at all costs.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Andrés Torres S. 5 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    The space is extremelly small, so it's impossible to dance without hitting others. In addition, the owners of the bar (who normally serve the drinks) are rude ane try to rip you off with the drinks
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Shailja S. 5 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    They deny tap water. Charge 4 euros for 100ml water bottle. The glasses are so dirty that both me and my friend got sick. She got stomach flu from it and I got viral infection. We saw, they don't really clean the glasses. It's insane. The drinks that we ordered are more sugar syrup and ice than anything else. Also, the place is very small.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Woodrow B. 2 years ago on Google
    Well, Well, hat can I say, the atmosphere in the basement is somewhat chilling... If you are not a regular or a woman, you will be very badly received. We were three and honestly even if the service was fast, no politeness, no good smile... Not to mention the mojitos 10€ for a small mojitos without flavor and practically without alcohol. We feel the commercial who wants to make money.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel M. 4 months ago on Google • 49 reviews
    Amazing place for latino music & dances afficionados!! Great staff too, especially the bartenders and the bouncers!!

  • 4/5 Elyas N. 8 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Edit: Went back for a second time and the experience was more pleasant. . A little advice from someone who is always dealing with people. Greet and welcome your customers with a smile. P.s. The dancing instructor seemed to be the only happy one working there... So credits to him.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Antonio A. 1 year ago on Google
    It is comfortable and convenient and Latin dance classes are held every Friday
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ben H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Friendly, colorful and very clean bar !. Very nice boss (Original) Bar convivial, coloré et bien propre!. Patron très sympa
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Luis R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) This place is close to the underworld, the worst in Brussels, the most expensive and bad beer and they charge you for the bath. It is a shame of place. (Original) Este local esta cercano al inframundo, lo peor de Bruselas, la cerveza más cara y mala y aparte te cobran el baño. Es una vergüenza de sitio.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Giovanna D. 4 years ago on Google
    Terribile place. The manager is super racist and some waiter is very rude and overbearing . The only good thing is the security people, they are really nice and friendly . My advice? Don't go in this Salsa Bar , save your time ! I would give it 0 stars if I could.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Claudia N. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A great bar to go dancing in Brussels (Original) Un bar genial para ir a bailar en Bruselas

  • 3/5 kevin david carabali o. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Too many couples is good but the lack (Original) Demasiadas parejas es bueno pero la falta

  • 1/5 BERNARDES NA B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very bad people 100 educatione and animal concierge. (Original) Muito ruim pessoas 100 éducatione e portaria de animal.

  • 5/5 EYA L. 2 years ago on Google
    very nice place if you like latin music !! DJ ANDREX DE COLOMBIA ESTUVO FENOMENAAL !!!!!

  • 2/5 Karl M. 4 years ago on Google
    My Mrs loves this place, unfortunately tonight her phone was stolen at this club and no help was on hand when she found the culprit. Have a great night but be very careful here, not enough is done to secure a SAFE! Good night for their guests.

  • 5/5 Apostolia B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to be for a night out Delicious food and people working there.

  • 5/5 Dany Fernandez F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good embience (Original) Bonne embience

  • 5/5 Orlando H. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place to dance and relax with friends

  • 5/5 Jason D. 5 years ago on Google
    great bar. well priced drinks

  • 4/5 maribel m. 2 years ago on Google
    Good Latin music place. They make you pay to store your jacket.

  • 5/5 Rajesh B. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome music and great selection of drinks. Takes you back to South America. Lost of respect to the bar staff and owner for taking care of me.

  • 4/5 Carol B. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful music,well-priced cocktails and great atmosphere for hanging out!

  • 4/5 Benoît D. 1 year ago on Google
    Tasty cocktails, and even better during the happy hour. The inside can be loud though.

  • 4/5 Lewaa B. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place for latino Dancing lovers, little bit H. Prices... ! 🤗😉

  • 5/5 Ben 9 months ago on Google
    Great place to enjoy latino atmosphere!

  • 4/5 Masha S. 1 year ago on Google
    Mix of salsa music and reggaeton, good vibes, very authentic!

  • 5/5 Dawid A. 10 months ago on Google
    Epic place with great service and music !!

  • 5/5 Sergio V. 7 months ago on Google
    Beer and salsa/bachata dance club

  • 4/5 luigi s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice Spanish bar in the center (Original) Bar sympa espagnole en plein centre

  • 5/5 Lucía Fernanda Andrade V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good cocktails (Original) Muy Buenos cocteles

  • 5/5 Nawal P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Latina atmosphere (Original) Ambiance latina

  • 5/5 Romano G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Best Sandwich in town! Churrasco, a specialty from Chile, to die for. As always, a friendly and professional atmosphere. Thank you Luis and Jose Luis for discovering Chilean gastronomy 😉 (Original) Best Sandwich in town ! Le Churrasco, une spécialité du Chili, à tomber par terre. Comme toujours, une ambiance amicale et professionnelle. Merci Luis et Jose Luis pour la découverte de la gastronomie chilienne 😉

  • 5/5 Dav G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super android for having a drink and dancing (Original) Super android pour prendre un verre et danser

  • 5/5 Erick S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good atmosphere (Original) Buen ambiente

  • 4/5 Queralt Pérez P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good Latin music, perfect for partying and dancing. Very nice and friendly waiters, the only bad thing I would say is that the bar was too full, you could hardly walk on the dance floor. (Original) Buena música latina, perfecta para salir de fiesta y bailar. Los camareros muy simpáticos y amigables, lo único malo que diría es que el bar estaba demasiado lleno, a penas se podía caminar por la pista de baile.

  • 5/5 Erina T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice place, although a little small. The music sticks to the name of the bar, very good atmosphere and the owner is very pleasant (Original) Joli lieu, quoiqu'on peu petit. La musique colle au nom du bar, très bonne ambiance et le patron est très agréable

  • 2/5 Isabel Quevedo p. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Well too many people can't even walk. The owner says it's not a nightclub, it's a bar, it's cheeky ... so why does DJ play? And why let that get so crowded just for selling? A shame and the dj a shame too. They don't represent beautiful Colombia at all (Original) Bueno demasiada gente no se puede ni caminar el dueño dice que no es una discoteca es un bar, es descarado.. entonces por que pone dj? Y por que deja que eso se llene tanto solo por vender? Una verguenza y el dj una verguenza tambien. No representan a la hermosa colombia para nada

  • 4/5 Lai B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very friendly Latin bar! Very good atmosphere, I recommend to those who like to dance (Original) Bar latino très sympathique ! Très bonne ambiance, je recommande à ceux qui aiment danser

  • 2/5 Francisco R. 4 years ago on Google
    The club is too short to dance comfortably, and they don't have a proper DJ, so same songs repeats over and over again

  • 5/5 Farideh P. 4 years ago on Google
    It was cozy and there were dancers from all over the world but not only for latin dances.

  • 3/5 Erkan �. 4 years ago on Google
    Not bad. Good price, nice music.

  • 4/5 Karen Melissa Serna R. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing salsa class! Even if you are an experienced dancer, there is always something new to learn. Good vibes

  • 4/5 Andrea S. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the few places in Brussels to dance real Latin music. Only cash... a bit unconvenient.

  • 4/5 Ali K. 5 years ago on Google
    Unfortunately no table service, But the bar is great füll of people dancing (or trying to learn) salsa. Staff are really friendly.

  • 5/5 Alejandro Hernández J. 4 years ago on Google
    Is super COOL make a video in mi channel of YouTube watch now channel zona de descarga TV Instagram @zonadedescargatvvzla

  • 3/5 Arnaud H. 3 years ago on Google
    Probably the place to try out salsa for the first time. No table-service, drinks are quite expensive, and when you're lucky, there's enough people on the dance-floor.

  • 5/5 Charline B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Latin bar perfect for those who like to dance, very nice with a little lack of space to sit 5min between 2 dances 😏 (Original) Bar latino parfait pour ceux qui aiment danser, très sympa avec un petit peu de manque de place pour s'asseoir 5min entre 2 danses 😏

  • 4/5 Nelson A. 4 years ago on Google
    Super

  • 5/5 Romain S. 4 years ago on Google
    🙌

  • 4/5 Gary F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cozy (Original) Gezellig

  • 3/5 Luis A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good atmosphere to dance but their cocktailes are expensive and not well prepared. (Original) Buen ambiente para bailar pero sus cocktailes son caros y no están bien preparados.

  • 4/5 Jorge G. 4 years ago on Google
    Cozy and great music

  • 5/5 gerver julio gallegos t. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Turn (Original) Giro

  • 5/5 Nolaska V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I loved this bar is located in the best area of ​​bars in Belgium. And I recommend you have a service with friendly people and music too perky. (Original) Este bar me encantó, se encuentra en la mejor zona de bares de Bélgica. Lo recomiendo ya que tiene un servicio con gente amable y música demasiado alegre.

  • 2/5 Chef Robert A. 4 years ago on Google
    Good...

  • 5/5 Gabriel V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Highly recommend (Original) Foarte tare recomand

  • 4/5 Max M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Para bailar! Perfect for dancing salsa cumbia very friendly service but a bit of a stir as always but it is downtown and it is late right? (Original) Para bailar ! Parfait pour danser salsa cumbia service très aimable mais quelques relous comme toujours mais c'est le centre ville et il est tard non ?

  • 4/5 nathalie s. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) To do absolutely (Original) A faire absolument

  • 4/5 Asya T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) If you do not know full dances in a place where the Spaniards go, go with your spanish friends. (Original) Ispanyollarin gittiği bir yer full danslari bilmiyorsaniz ispanyol arkadaşlarinizla gidin çok eğlenceli danslari da çok güzel içkiler hizmet filan gayet güzel

  • 2/5 Rami I. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Disappointed! (Original) Décu!

  • 1/5 Daniel E. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small place. They force you to PAY PER BATH, if you enter bad luck several times. They force you to take off your jacket or coat and charge you. Drinks are bad. Now they pass more reggaeton than sauce. (Original) Lugar PEQUEÑO. Te obligan a PAGAR POR BAÑO, si entras varias veces mala suerte. Te obligan a quitarte la chaqueta o abrigo y te cobran. Los tragos son malos. Ahora pasan mas reguetón que salsa.

  • 5/5 Thierno 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice place. (Original) Très chouette comme endroit.

  • 5/5 erick a. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good rhythm (Original) Buen ritmo

  • 1/5 Dzhaner S. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    The most homophobic bar İ’ve ever seen. İf you wear a croptop or wear heels as a guy they will treat you like garbage. İf you’re in that Street i recommend you to go to Rock Cafe instead. At least people dont oversexualize you 0 star shame on you !
    3 people found this review helpful 👍


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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
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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