La Via Láctea (Calle de Velarde 18, Madrid) – this two-level bar is a popular hangout for Madrid’s college students. The bar’s college feel is reinforced by its décor of vintage posters and customs mini-murals of popular rock bands. The musical format here is classic rock and funk (including some Motown tunes), and some more […]
El Son (Calle de la Victoria 6, Madrid) – since Madrid’s immigrant Latin population (from Ecuadorians to Dominicans, Cubans, Colombians, etc.) has skyrocketed in recent times, it’s expected that the city will have a popular Salsa club like this one. The relaxing atmosphere lets even those with limited Salsa dancing skills to have fun, too. […]
Corral de la Morería (Calle Morería 17, Madrid) – located a walk away from the Royal Palace of Madrid, this is a great place for those who want a taste of Flamenco culture. With doors opening at 7 pm, some have the option of seeing the Flamenco show while having a drink (€ 41.30 + […]
Fabrik (Avenida de la Industria 82, Humanes de Madrid) – located on the outskirts of Madrid, this is a mega nightclub that can hold up to 10,000 patrons (comparing it to famed Manumission nightclub in Ibiza). There are four dancing areas to accommodate differing musical tastes. This one-time aircraft hangar is not an easy place […]
Joy Eslava (Calle Arenal 11, Madrid) – housed within a converted theater, this club has existed in the 1980s, and is still going strong. Since it’s a walk away from popular tourist gathering places like Plaza Mayor, and Puerta del Sol, the crowd is a mix of foreign visitors and locals. The music ranges from […]
Elephant (Paseo de los Tilos 1, Barcelona) – this is one of Barcelona’s happening nightspots (located in that city’s Les Corts district). Housed within a two-level baroque villa with various salas, it has a garden adorned with Far Eastern décor (including bronze elephants), along with a Moroccan-style VIP areas for the celebrity types that sometime […]
El Mojito (Calle Olmo 6, Madrid) – located in the Lavapiés district of Madrid (near Casa de Campo), it obviously attracts Mojito lovers. To add Cuban atmosphere, it books a live Latin band every Thursday night. Since it’s a small place, visitors should come early for a spot at the bar.
Café Jazz Populart (Calle de las Huertas 22, Madrid) – this venue, located on the east side of Madrid, livens this area since it’s one of the city’s most popular jazz clubs. The music played here is diverse – ranging from Salsa, to Reggae, Afro-Brazilian, American Blues, as well as Jazz. The crowd here runs […]
Antigua Casa Guardia (Alameda Principal 18, Málaga) – with an opening year of 1840, this certainly qualifies as the oldest bar in Málaga. Given its history, it’s no surprise that this was once a watering hole of famed artist Pablo Picasso (with photos of his early years on display). The wines served here are poured […]
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