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Bembe

3.9 (533 reviews)
ModerateDance Clubs
Open 9:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)
Updated over 3 months ago

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Bria D.

My friend earned a well-deserved new role at a new company with a promotion. I couldn't think of a better way to celebrate than for us to just dance our faces off! I'd walked by this venue in the past and always liked the music, so I suggested it, and according to him, I chose well. When we walked in, they were playing salsa (?) and I was amazed to see a live percussionist in front of the DJ! It was one of the coolest things I've seen at a club. Everyone was dancing and the atmosphere was just so nice. People from all walks of life were present, so when the music vacillated between salsa, reggae, Afrobeat, dancehall, Amapiano, Reggaeton, and some hip-hop, there was some thing for everyone in there to dance to. The bongos synchronized with the music at him crazy good flair. I ordered pineapple juice and tequila. It wasn't yummy but I think all non-Champagne/Wine alcohol is disgusting, so that's my faultI did not drink it. I had a blast dancing here and will totally be back!

Giovanni R.

Return of a classic! The legendary Bembe is open once again. After 2.5 years of silence.. it rises! This spot was holding down south side williamsburg before the brunch crowd and your friends from LA. A latin spot with some of the best music for salsa/reggaeton. It had a stigma of being extremely small and packed (and lit) but a little renovation has drastically increased the size of the dance floor There are also live musicians with various instruments adding to the sound. Sometimes full bands as well (atleast I hope they bring that back too). There is a cover on weekends, but thankfully they take cards now lmao To more good times team! Congrats

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Stephanie M.

Fantastic music keeps the dancing HOT. Great atmosphere, nice drinks. My ten friends and I were visiting from Indiana for my birthday and arrived as soon as it opened. Haha, got there too early, but we had the place to ourselves for a bit. Nice ambiance before it gets packed, as well.

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Gloria P.

Great ambience, The live music was amazing. The atmosphere was astonishing. The drinks were good & strong. I had a caipirinha. Looking forward to going back soon.

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1 year ago

Def miss the old Bembe .... the new bembe always turns into the same thing versus the themes they use to hold ..

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8 months ago

it's really just not that fun, music sucks, can't vibe, staff is rude, weird crowd, just don't love it at all, huge cover for no reason

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Amazing cocktails and ambiance. Everyone is so friendly. The music is always amazing. Highly recommend when in WB.

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Ask the Community - Bembe

Are they opened now?

Bembe just reopened

Are they open now during covid?

No, they are still closed

Trance music like EDM or dance/house?

Different music on different days

Is there an age restriction?

Is there a cover?

yes $10 each person

Are people over 40 welcomed?

People of all ages are welcomed. It's usually a diverse crowd in terms of ages and of course this might vary on the night, theme, DJ etc

I'm 22 but i'm bringing someone who's 19, can she get in? sooo hard to find a good latin place to dance where i can bring someone under 21 or that's 18+

No she has to 21 or older

What is the age limit?

21. They usually have someone checking ids at the door.

What kind of music do theymplay?

Afrobeat s, dance, salsa

Is there a dress code?

Comfortable and neat. We had on jeans, tank tops and sandal

Is this place good on weekdays?

Yes, we went on a Thursday night and had a great time. Check out there website and it's tells you what's going on.

Can I get in if I'm 20?

It says on the website 21 & over

Is this place ever 18+?

No. 21 and +.

Can someone describe the clubs dresscode?

100% casual

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reasonably priced drinks, the dj played a lot of reggae & spanish, some top hits, a little bit of everything.

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There is 5 star customer service, and then there is Gabriel (owner) @ Rumpus Room... he deserves 10…read morestars!! I can not say enough good things about our experience hosting a joint 25th birthday party here. From the initial inquiry all the way through the next day follow up with a iCloud sharing album of professional pictures he took, everything about hosting my birthday party at Rumpus was 100% perfect. Gabriel and his team went above and beyond to ensure we had a great night- Some highlights: - Free VIP table + bottle - Marquee sign with birthday shout out + sparklers - Balloons (including a big "25") - Custom photobooth logo - Customized drink specials named after us - Music requests to accommodate disco theme - Seamless VIP check-in process (for all 150 of our guests) - Custom drink menu with specials named after us - VIP cut the line bathroom cards - Professional pictures sent real time / full album follow up ...the list goes on! A member of his team was around and attentive all night long to ensure there were 0 issues. I want to host every birthday here for the rest of my life!! Thank you Gabriel and team for such a memorable night! We will be back time and time again for a guaranteed fun night of dancing and good vibes at Rumpus. In short: 10/10 recommend Rumpus Room for the most fun night of dancing, or even better, hosting a special event here!

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