BUNGALOW 6
Read moreA small dance floor and a lively atmosphere in this bar, which is often packed to the rafters. Bungalow 6 is a trendy spot for Quiténian nightlife aficionados. The club organizes live music evenings and gives the public - tourists and locals alike - the opportunity to get to know a number of talented artists in all musical styles: pop, reggae and Latin sounds. Free salsa classes every Saturday and ladies night (free admission for ladies) every Thursday. If you're feeling hungry, try a burger. A word of advice: don't arrive too late!
EL SESERIBO
Read moreSet in the basement, this trendy box brings together Latin music fans and dancers (beginners or confirmed). All of them will be filled and will be able to wiggle on salsa, Cuban and other ryhtmes. Mojito and free Cuba are to be tasted on site. Very busy and therefore often full, trendy atmosphere and more than 20 years of existence!
LLAKTANA POR ÑUCANCHI
Read moreThis peña is a real institution. The best Ecuadorian and Latino artists have been performing there since 1979. Traditional music groups (from the Andes, in particular) perform there in a friendly and serene atmosphere. A perfect place to meet with friends for a drink. The owners took advantage of the pandemic to create a pleasant little restaurant on the spot and change its name to Llaktana por Ñucanchi. It is a bit out of the way, so it is advisable to take a taxi to get there and back.
NO BAR
Read moreThis venue is a staple of Quito's nightlife and is never empty. It's mainly young people between the ages of 18 and 25 who meet up in this rustic but trendy setting. For lack of space, they go there more for the atmosphere than for the dancing... International and Latino variety music. When it comes to beverages, avoid craft spirits, which aren't worth much even if they are expensive, and go for brands you know. The attention isn't the best in Quito, but the music and atmosphere more than make up for it.
EL GATO SON
Read moreSalsa ambiance and Caribbean music. The opportunity to discover that Ecuadorians have nothing to envy Puerto Ricans in the field of dance.
SALSOTECA LAVOE
Read moreFans of salsa and bachata are in for a treat at this discotheque where the music is good. A meeting place for the best salsa dancers (let's not be shy, the dance floor is for everyone), this discotheque plays Latin music on a loop, and you'll rarely be alone on the dance floor, because people come here to dance! Drinks are rather expensive (US$2.50 a beer and US$7 a shot), but the atmosphere is good and the welcome correct. Salsa classes are included in the entrance fee every Tuesday from 7pm, so don't hesitate!