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You go out to dance because you want to move, not just stand around. You are looking for a space where the music and the floor are actually designed for it.

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Two-floor nightclub offers an intimate space with Chinese lanterns and a Bruce Lee statue visible upstairs. Music ranges from throwback 80's hits to hip-hop, creating a chill, older crowd vibe. Full bars on both floors support a relaxed atmosphere despite modest seating and sound system quirks.

Dancing happens to 80s goth and new wave music here. The vibe encourages moving freely and enjoying the rhythm.

Dancing happens to 80s goth and new wave music here. The spot offers a great vibe for moving to those beats.

People are saying

"I loved dancing here; it was a great spot."

"I loved dancing to 80s goth and new wave music."

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Bring cash as many vendors do not accept credit cards.

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Parking is street-only and extremely limited; consider using Uber.

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DJ Filthy Rich hosts Supadupa Saturdays every 3rd Saturday of the month.

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Cozy Cuban restaurant with live salsa bands and a small dance floor that fills quickly. The atmosphere is lively and energetic, with music and dancing creating a happening vibe. Tight seating clears space for dancing, blending dining and nightclub elements without pretension.

Salsa dancing and lessons happen regularly with terrific music setting the mood. The space turns into a lively party with quickly made drinks and attentive service.

Terrific music sets the scene for salsa dancing with live bands. Free dance classes before dinner teach Salsa steps to newcomers.

People are saying

"The live bands here make for a terrific dance spot."

"The live bands here make the dancing nights terrific."

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Live Salsa music and a DJ are featured on Friday nights.

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Salsa dance lessons with a charismatic teacher occur at 5 PM on Sundays.

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Reservations are required to secure a table for dining.

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Jungle-themed nightclub offers an electrifying atmosphere with high-energy salsa music and stylish decor. The space feels intimate yet lively, attracting a diverse and classy crowd who enjoy dancing and socializing late into the night.

Social nights feature lively salsa dancing with engaging music. The atmosphere feels unique and fun, though the dance floor could use better ventilation.

Social dancing thrives on Tuesday nights with lively salsa music and a spacious dance floor. The vibe blends class and elegance within the Latin dance community, offering food and a fun atmosphere.

People are saying

"The atmosphere here is so lively and exciting."

"The decorations here are really unique and stylish."

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Karaoke happens every Monday night with no cover charge.

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Saturday R & B brunch features live music and a special menu.

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Salsa night is popular on Thursdays, attracting skilled dancers.

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Gothic nightclub combines dark chapel decor with high-energy dance floors and live music. Strict all-black dress code shapes an authentic atmosphere where goth and industrial fans gather. Multiple areas include a BDSM play space, outdoor patio, and dance floor with rotating DJs and gogo dancers.

Dancing happens to a great mix of dark wave, post punk, industrial, and metal. An outdoor stage adds space for performances and dancing.

A gothic city dance experience unfolds here with a great mix of dark wave, post punk, industrial, and metal music. An outdoor area with a stage adds space for performances and dancing.

People are saying

"The upstairs Dance Spot offers professional BDSM play with consent as priority."

"I loved dancing to dark wave, post punk, and industrial music."

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The dress code is strictly enforced, requiring all black attire.

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IDs are checked at the entrance.

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The entrance fee is about $15-$20 depending on the night.

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Spiral staircase leads down to a small Cuban speakeasy with two crowded dance floors and a smoky cigar lounge. Live Cuban music and burlesque shows create a lively, energetic atmosphere packed with people shoulder to shoulder. Salsa and bachata classes add to the vibrant Latin dance scene.

Small space offers Latin music and dancing with salsa classes followed by live musicians and burlesque shows. Locals enjoy salsa dancing in a lively yet relaxed atmosphere midweek.

Latin dancing thrives here with live musicians playing Cuban rhythms that fill the room with energy. Salsa classes lead into open dance sessions and burlesque performances, creating a lively and passionate atmosphere.

People are saying

"This dance spot has live music and electrifying burlesque performances."

"The live music and burlesque shows make for electrifying dancing."

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Valet parking is available for $20, but street parking can be challenging.

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Entry is free with online registration; otherwise, there's a $20 cover charge.

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Free salsa classes are offered every Tuesday at 8:30pm.

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Entrance through a fridge door leads into a space with vintage 70s decor and a quirky Airstream bar. Live bands and DJs play classic rock and 70s hits, creating a lively, authentic house party vibe. Crowds pack the venue tightly, adding to the energetic atmosphere.

Music features a mix of live bands and DJs playing rock classics and 70s hits. The playlist sticks to classic dancing music, keeping the energy high and consistent.

Strong 70s nostalgia fills the room with classic dancing music and an atmosphere that invites movement. Drinks come strong, matching the vibe perfectly.

People are saying

"This dance spot's retro vibe feels like a 70s house party."

"It feels like stepping into a 70s house party with great dancing."

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Entry is free with a valid ID and no cover charge.

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Wednesday nights feature live music and 70's jams with DJ Morty.

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Parking can be tricky, so arrive early.

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Dark, tight lounge with a lively, fun atmosphere and good hip hop music from great DJs. Crowd enjoys cool, sexy vibes without a dance floor, often gathering in VIP sections for private parties. Drink prices stay reasonable, supporting a comfortable, energetic environment.

Music sets a strong vibe for dancing with great beats. However, the floor often has few dancers moving to the rhythm.

Music focuses on hip hop beats with a strong emphasis on dancing. The crowd tends to be small, so not many people are on the floor.

People are saying

"I experienced the best music and dancing in Hollywood."

"The music at this dance spot is great, with awesome DJs."

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Happy hour runs from 10pm to 11pm with great drink specials.

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Thursday nights feature R&B, Hip Hop, Throwbacks, Top 40, and Reggaeton music.

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Sunday nights play Reggae, Dancehall, Afrobeat, and Soca all night.

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Mexican restaurant offers a fun club atmosphere with varied music and space for dancing. Performances by groups like Sonora Dinamita add to the lively energy. The vibe encourages staying late and relieving stress.

Great spot for dancing to good music with friends and family. Offers a lively atmosphere where people pay to enjoy the dance floor.

Good music and a lively crowd create great dancing opportunities. Sometimes the DJ's music gets interrupted, which affects the dance flow.

People are saying

"It's a great dance spot with good music and fun people."

"I went dancing and enjoyed the good music."

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Expect to pay $25 per person for entry.

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The venue can get crowded, especially late at night.

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A DJ is usually present for music on weekends.

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