Quick facts
At a glance
- Neighborhood
- Downtown
- Phone
- +1-425-635-7708
- Hours
- closed
Why you'll love it
An editor's take
Live Latin music, real Cuban cocktails, and a family-run kitchen — a nightlife room that feels nothing like the rest of the Eastside.
Highlights
What makes it special
- Live Latin music Friday and Saturday nights
- Classic Cuban cocktail program
- Family-run kitchen with Havana staples
- Dance floor after 9pm on weekends
What you'll experience
The visit, in detail
Take a table near the small stage, order a round of mojitos and a shared plate of ropa vieja or lechón, and stay for the salsa band on weekend nights. The dance floor opens after 9pm.
Best time
When to visit
Friday and Saturday after 9pm for the full music and dance-floor experience.
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Practical
Know before you go
Cover applies on live-music nights. Located inside Crossroads Bellevue, with free garage parking.
Details
Hours & contact
Hours
- Sun-Mon
- closed
- Tue-Sat
- 4pm-12am
Contact
- Address
- 11036 8th St NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
- Phone
- +1-425-635-7708
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