Denver salsa time!

Just in time for Cinco de Mayo, Metromix heats up the dancefloor

April 7, 2010

Denver salsa time!

Looking for a way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, besides (or, let's face it, in addition to) tequila? Kick up your heels with us as we take you on a tour of Denver's hottest dance floors for salsa dancing. Whether you've got the moves down or you're looking to practice, these spots give you the chance to show off your stuff. 

Que Bueno Mexican Grill

Que Bueno Mexican Grill

10633 Westminster Blvd. #600 - Westminster
303-464-1171

The highlight of the Westminster salsa scene (yes, there is one), Que Bueno does classy Mexican food during the day and dirty dancing at night. Salsa Sundays runs from 4-8 p.m., with free lessons at 6 p.m. Plus, ladies get in for free on Fridays.

D Note

D Note

7519 Grandview Ave. - Denver
303-463-6683

The industrial-themed D Note stays open late, hosts live music and serves up some superior pizza. Look for salsa dancing every Sunday from 8-11:30pm, with a free lesson at the start of the session.

Opal Restaurant

Opal Restaurant

100 E. 9th Ave. - Denver
303-861-7999

Opal is at least as famous for its sushi and steak as for its dancing, but fans of merengue and salsa have plenty to look forward to. Friday night features Latin dancing with free salsa lessons from 9:30 to 10 p.m.

La Rumba

pick La Rumba

99 W. 9th Ave. - Denver
303-572-8006

Denver’s original salsa club, La Rumba is the place to go to shake it down to Latin music. La Rumba draws huge crowds every week that are always in the mood to rumba, cha cha, salsa or meringue. On Thursday, check out 9:30 p.m. lessons with Rafael Ayure. Salsa parties are held every Saturday from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m.; and every Thursday is Salsa Ladies Night.

The Church

The Church

1160 Lincoln St. - Denver
303-832-3528

The Church worships world dance music on Saturdays, featuring three floors of salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, Latin house and more. You can even grab some late-night sushi to keep your blood sugar up throughout a hard night of dancing. Just be sure to remember your wallet, because the religious theme in no way extends to charitable prices.

Mercury Cafe

Mercury Cafe

2199 California St. - Denver
303-294-9281

Not only a green restaurant and kickin' bar, the Merc is also the place for dancing, poetry and music downtown. Wednesday is the official salsa night, but this is a spot where you can boogie down almost any time.

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