The best bars and cafés Santo Domingo

The narrow façade of La Cafetera opens onto a large, long counter. Stand or sit and sip a few drops of a full-bodied cafecito that has nothing to envy its illustrious Italian counterparts. The fan blades stir up the intoxicating smell of the roasting process. A small pleasure, which will only cost you a handful of pesos, among the old regulars of the place. You can also buy coffee in bulk, have a sweet or savoury snack, play chess or admire the temporary exhibitions of local artists. A timeless atmosphere...

Here you can also wear karaoke. A bar with a marine décor that deserves a look. A rather international atmosphere, an appointment to fashion.

One of the connected addresses of the capital.

An excellent address for espresso lovers. The service starts in the morning with breakfast and continues throughout the day until late at night. Simple but varied restaurant service. You can have a drink on the terrace at any time or laze around on a sofa inside.Happy Hour is every day from 5pm to 8pm, and until midnight on Mondays. The quality of the service is not always up to scratch, however. On weekends, a DJ comes to mix electronic music.

Coolmado is simply the coolest of all colmados: this trendy venue has chosen to take the concept of colmados - traditional grocery stores serving as bars and social venues that you'll find all over the country - and put its own twist on it. The coolmado follows the model, with its relaxed bar atmosphere, but also organizes events and musical evenings that attract a clientele in search of a good atmosphere, meeting people and having fun. We can therefore only recommend that you spend an evening or early evening there during your trip.

The perfect place for breakfast, a gourmet break, brunch or simply a coffee during your stay in the capital. The café offers a variety of crêpes, sweet and savoury tartines, croissants (plain and ham-filled), as well as fresh dishes for lunch (quinoa or pasta salad, but also hamburgers). A fine selection of coffees and cakes is also on offer to boost energy levels. With its bright decor, cosy, relaxed atmosphere and pleasant service, there's nothing lacking at Affogato!

Onno Bar's slogan is apt: Eat, Drink, Party . The food is good, from tacos to tapas, and the wide choice of cocktails will satisfy every taste. You can watch the matches in a crazy atmosphere, and discover new artists at concerts and themed evenings. On weekends, you can dance to the sound of Dembow, Dominican dancehall, and the electric atmosphere encourages socializing. A great experience that we recommend if you're looking for an unforgettable night out in the capital!

The idea of Joann, the owner, was to make an open space different from the others. And he succeeded. In fact, it feels more like East Berlin than the Caribbean. It is all the local bohemian, artists and musicians who meet there every evening. Several rooms in a row with pop art illustrations on all the walls. On weekends, DJs and singers set up on the covered terrace until late at night. Finger food, pizzas, pasta and Dominican dishes served all night long. A very nice address.

Welcome to Parada 77, a bar with a green front and an open terrace outside. Inside, the walls are covered with graffiti. The atmosphere here is rather bohemian and lasts until late at night on weekends, mainly on Saturdays. There is a lot of merengue music playing and people are chatting with friends and new acquaintances. All this with a glass of sangria in hand, a beer or a cocktail. Affordable prices. No dress code required, but it is better to make an effort. Dynamic and smiling service. Great!

There's no better place to have a drink and listen to music at the same time. This lively bar, named after the famous Spanish folk singer and poet Joaquin Sabina, features jazz, South American sounds and, of course, merengue and bachata. Live concerts are also held here, and it's not uncommon for customers to get up and dance to the music. The bartender, Freddy, is very friendly and will be delighted to serve you. A warm, popular atmosphere that makes you want the night to never end.

Take a seat on the rooftop terrace of this bar, which offers a splendid view of the cathedral, and sip the cocktail of your choice. Casa del Ron has a large menu of cocktails made with sugar cane or rum, the house specialty. The excellent mojitos, caipirinhas, sangrias or Dominican rums by the glass are yours. And if rum doesn't tempt you, opt for wine, a cocktail without rum or a coffee. Also good tapas to share or a cheese platter. An excellent address for a tasty start to the evening.

It is in the north of the colonial zone that we find this excellent urban and rather trendy coffee shop. Lovers of freshly ground coffee, the Orfebre Café is your next stop! Indeed, it is with the hands of a goldsmith that we prepare solo coffee, latte and cappuccino, not to mention the many possible variations. Beautiful, bright service room and an expert and pleasant service team. Finally, it is worth noting that some snack dishes can be prepared here. A good stopover to get your strength back on the way to the center!