Great music and super friendly and diverse crowd. Everyone is there to dance! Don't come before 10:30 at the earliest, 11:00pm even better. Also, it's cash only. read more

The music is poppin' The bouncers (at least for me this time around) were great guys, easygoing not stiffs. The place is crowded, it adds to the fun. Naturally no club is complete without its random people who don't belong but I really can't complain. I had some guests visiting, took them here, they had fun. I had fun. Good times. I definitely plan on coming back. read more

Some of the best music EVER. The combo of a great DJ and the live conga drums is perfect. A great place to be yourself, move your booty and let loose. Go early and get a spot before it gets packed! I didn't give it 5 stars as the drinks (eg rum-coke) are very low on alcohol and still $9 read more

I've been here twice, on Saturday nights and yes its fun. I had no issues at the door but then again I was there with female friends both times. The music is fun and what makes it better is the live percussion accompaniment. It does get packed in there so maybe you should try another night besides a Sat. if your averse to elbows and spilled drinks. Now for the bad. This happened on my second visit and this was not cool, at all. I asked for a round of Patron shots for my group, tab $80+. What I got was well tequila. Isn't there a law against this? Oh wait...there is! I can honestly say that I won't be going back. Not only did they turn away someone who was giving them good word of mouth but actually took people to their establishment. Now I'm just compelled to write this review so others can learn from my experience. They actually lost other patrons that night, those from my group. I'm sure they don't mind. But sooner or later though you'll start to wonder where your clientele went. The same party goers aren't going to keep your joint running forever and if you rip of your new ones, well, sayonara... read more

I went on a Wednesday night to celebrate a friend's birthday so it was a little slow to start. However, it did get better as the crowd started coming in. The only reason I'm giving this 3 stars is because I went on a weekday night. I'm sure that it's a better spot on the weekend. Pros: Cheap Drinks Cons: Cash Only, no real dancing room. read more

Bembe 81 S 6th St Brooklyn, NY 11211 Pros: Great atmosphere, good drinks, awesome dance music, payed no cover. Cons: Place is tiny, crowded, cash only. My girlfriend and I visited New York for a weekend. We decided to go to bombe on Saturday April 1,2017. We took arrive around 12am. The line wasn't very long we quickly got in. The music was a mixed of Latin/ Reggae and great for dancing shoutout to the DJ that played that night. The place is very small and super crowded but the atmosphere is great. The place is cash only and there is an old ATM right outside. At one point I lost my girlfriend and when I found her she was having a blast playings the bongos! Overall we had a great experience, not your typical club. But if you are like us and just want to dance and have some drinks then bembe is a great spot. read more

I had rsvp for cinco de mayo at a nearby bar but it was so dead that we decided to try another spot. This place was so lit. It did not play a lot of hip hop but more merengue, bachata, and reggae music. We had a blast with everybody was dancing and got packed really quick. Take note this is a cash only bar so bring plenty of cash since drinks will run you $12 on average unless you want to use the sketchy ATM on the corner. read more

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Love this place. I used to go here when I lived in Williamsburg. The music and vibes are great but usually better on a weekday. It get's a bit too crowded on the weekends as this place is tiny. read more

This spot is overrated!! Super small, sweaty people, small bar. Music was cool...kind of Caribbean, Reggae, Salsa mix. People definitely dance here without regard to your personal space. Would not recommend this spot for anyone looking for a chill spot. read more

I have had some pretty amazing moments in this place. From a first kiss to a break-up to a ridiculously fun night with the girls, this place has enough variety and energy to bring you out of your shell and get those hips moving on the dancefloor. There were nights that were definitely over crowded, and the drinks would take forever to get made, but in those nights we'd just change our plans, not a big deal. When there's a good number of people in the place, and the bartenders are good, and the drummers are there, there's few places in the city that can compete. Easily one of the best parties in town. read more

I immediately dug the vibe at Bembe. I arrived around 10:30pm and only stayed an hour, but this place was obviously getting more awesome as the time went on. DJs Nappy G and Don_Cerati were getting this bar/lounge dancing. Clientele had a large age range, and everyone made the vibe both respectful and fun. I only got a beer - Red Stripe - and it was priced reasonably. Currently there's an art display by a Senegalese artist, including 3-D works and tapestries. The incense by the bar also added to the awesome vibe. I'd definitely come here to dance and chill again! read more

Warning: this place gets full as hell! The variety of music is awesome and people aren't afraid to show their moves. Wear comfortable shoes (no heels, girls!) and be prepared to stay hot. read more

Bembe keeps it real. Not too hipster - has a great local feel to it. The music is great! Keeps you dancing and moving. Friendly bartenders and bouncers. If you like going to really crowded bars I would go a little later in the night. It tends to be more of a late night crowd - from my experience. read more

Great music (DJ + musicians) + delicious drinks + friendly service (both the doorman and bartenders were so nice) = FUN The caipirinhas are STRONG! I was verrrry tipsy after 2 of them. The bar is cash only so be sure to hit up an ATM before you arrive. I thought the man playing the bongos was excellent and having partially live music definitely added something extra. We arrived Thursday at 11 pm and there weren't many people, so it was easy to get a seat at the bar. We were right next to the incense -- I can't remember the last time I've smelled incense in a bar. By midnight, the place was full with a variety of people. Kudos to the guy salsa-ing by himself because it made my girlfriend and me want to jump on the floor. It was so much fun dancing inside Bembe while it snowed outside! The only con has nothing to do with Bembe, but more with me since I live in Manhattan. If I'm back in Williamsburg, I would suggest coming back to Bembe for dancing, otherwise I'm much more likely to stay in Manhattan. read more

Great place! Great vibes! Great music! Great drinks! Go on Tuesday nights for reggae night. It won't disappoint! I promise!

This place has always had a great vibe and I'm glad to see it hasn't changed much since I first visited in 2004. But I must agree with Nitro, the crowd now is a far cry from what it used to be. I used to be able to alone and have a good time meeting random new people or meeting up with friends but now depending on the night and who's at the door, I need to take off my hat and/or need to have a girl with me to enter...Huh? Unfortunately these factors are what have deterred me from returning as often as I'd like to. read more

I loved this place as soon as I came in. Kind of hidden (look for the blue light and tiny rectangular window). We got there really early on a Saturday night (around 8pm) and it seemed pretty quiet until around 10. Between 10 and 10:30 this place transformed. It got packed and the music started going. Music had a lot of Brazilian flavor with some afro-pop mixed in. Just a great place to have a great time! read more

Cool place to relax have some drinks w friends and W out friends the music was good i meet up w some cool people most of them are not original from new york is so nice to meet people from all over the states and some other Countries i was there in a Friday the place was pack cool place to dance get drunk and to have fun read more

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Paid a $10 cover charge for a place that was extremely small & narrow, no where to move around and dance. Drinks were overpriced. Would not go back there. read more

It was as hot as how I imagine hell would be.. I 'm not exaggerating. I walked in then had to walk back out the heat was that overwhelming. Besides that drinks are strong, the vibes and energy was high. The live drummers were doing it. Love the mix of non popular music. P.s. Watch out for roving men hands read more

So this ridiculousness happened last night. My boyfriend and I had this place bookmarked for a long time so we went and it was fun! Music was on point, the place wasn't phobia-inducing crowded (thank god), and the drinks were good (rum punch anyone?). My only problem was that people were only grooving last night as opposed to full on dancing and it kinda put a damper on the great room energy. We did see a couple of drunk girls do the reggae stomp like it's no one's business but otherwise everyone else was just chillin' on the couches or doing the i'm-too-cool to dance sway. Will probably check it out again in the winter. read more

Has anybody ever been on a Monday night ? I wanna know if its poppin or just a chill spot "Monday" I wanna come party and don't feel like going to the city Labor Day Monday read more

Freakin' love this place. It is cash only- which is a bit of a bitch but we went here on Sunday- which is an open jam night, I believe. It was really awesome. Chill vibe, chill people- perfect ambiance. Definitely be coming back! read more

I expected more. THis is the first result that comes up on yelp for dancing in nyc. At first it was kinda dead. The crowd was very laid back. Also this place is smaller than I expected. It took some time before the place got lively and by then I was ready to go home, but stayed later anyway. I also don't really like dancing to reggae and there was a lot of reggae being played. My husband liked it, and I would go back because of that, but it wasn't as great at I thought it would be. read more

Friendly people. I've heard from girls that they do get bumped-and-ground on like nobody's business, but they also tell me they keep going back. I think that's a whole other conversation. If you go with a friend or two, you'll have a fun crowded time, so you better like each other. If you go with a date and you're willing to dance (you have to dance - don't come otherwise), you'll be intimately sharing the lack-of-space, so be prepared to get to know each other. I've chatted with a number of people here over the blaring music, folks are friendly - a self-selecting crowd of people uninhibited enough to dance to salsa, samba, and merengue. And spare that bartender some work. Mojitos take a lot of effort! They're excellent, but now and then order an easier drink than that. I did go in once, though, and could literally see vapor in the air, from all the sweat. Gross, sure -- but it was summer, and the other nights I didn't notice anything like that, I was having so much fun. This given night, I left, it was so crowded, I wouldn't have been able to deal. Show up at 10:30 or so when the night is starting, that's when the live percussionists start playing along with the actual music. Before that it's pretty un-crowded and might be more awkward. Way after that it's going to be packed. read more

Went here for my first time on Sunday night (open until 4 am!) I stayed in Brooklyn with friends for a couple nights, and not knowing what spots to hit up, a waitress recommended Bembe. We were very happy we chose to come here. On Sunday nights there is a dj. He played a wide range of music from reggae to spanish music, all very danceable music. The bartenders were super friendly, and the drinks were average price. I ordered a mango & guava margarita and the coco loco, which was (fresh!) coconut juice, rum, and a huge chunk of fresh coconut flesh, both were tasty. Bembe is small, it was hard to dance at times. Can be hard to find seats and move around. I was too buzzed to be annoyed though. Great atmosphere, and I absolutely loved that the crowd was diverse, it was a nice change from the pretentious bars we had tried to hit up Saturday night. Laid back, tropical drinks, great atmosphere, good service, great music (on sunday at least) Lots of parking all around. Will be back if I'm ever in New York again. read more

You wanna have good time don't hesitate that's your place literally going every weekend to dance all night. Drinks very good crowded mostly but is all good you can fit there read more

I was injured by a patron at Bembe and I incurred $1400 (ambulance and emergency room) in medical bills. Unfortunately, at the time I did not have insurance. I reached out to Bembe several times and heard nothing back from them for months. It was only when I said I would seek legal counsel if I didn't hear back from them that they finally responded. Esdras was the person I was speaking with. I sent him pictures of my injuries that have left permanent scars and explained to him what occurred. It was a Saturday night which was over capacity as usual and there was only one security guard inside near the back by the bathrooms and I believe another outside carding people. I was attacked by a woman who was visibly intoxicated according to the Lieutenant who came to the scene. It was impossible for the Bembe security guard to see what was happening because it was so crowded. The situation went on for a while and escalated and no one intervened because I imagine it's very difficult for only one security guard to see an altercation in a dark, loud and overcrowded place. By the time he figured out what was happening I was badly hurt. Esdras agreed to pay for my medical expenses (i have the email) but with the condition that I sign a waiver stating that I would not seek any further legal action against them. I said I needed to speak to a lawyer first. I emailed Esdras back and told them I would sign it and I never heard from them again. It seems that once I explained to Esdras that the $1400 was a financial burden for me and I was having a hard time paying it, he figured I couldn't do much as far as suing them and then dismissed me. I tried to hire a lawyer to represent me but unfortunately the retainer was more than the medical bills so I ultimately had to give up. I've been going to Bembe for over 15 years. It's my favorite place to go dancing and bring all my friend's and family there. I was very surprised and honestly hurt at how Bembe handled this situation. They were dismissive and obviously only became concerned when they thought they were being sued once they figured that wasn't happening they dismissed me. I would still very much liked to be reimbursed for my injuries that I have to deal with on a daily basis. A club owner is responsible for the safety of their patrons and are responsible for controlling the conduct of persons on the premises by make sure they have enough staff, making sure they aren't over capacity and making sure they are not serving alcohol to visibly intoxicated patrons. read more

I stopped by for a friend's birthday tonight and left after 30 minutes. The space is small and very packed on a chilly night like tonight. Small space does not make for a good dance floor with such amazing music. So 2 stars for the music and 1 star for the super cool bartender, Ben, who commended me on not being shy about ordering non-alcoholic beverages (I'm allergic to most alcohol). read more

Only been here once and liked it. My sisters are always there and have yet to have a complaint. If your looking for good drink and a place to shake your booty this is for you oh and if you like Spanish music. read more

Loved loved this place! For the amount of time there, I had such a blast. A fun mix of music, from bachata, salsa and Caribbean. It's a smaller venue and remember--bring cash for drinks! The bathrooms could be a bit cleaner--they had a wet floor and were kind of cold (chilly in the bathroom). The crowd was pretty mixed and the DJ seemed really fun. Some instruments were near and people were adding to the rhythm of the music. Super fun place! read more

It's been a few years but I love Bembé there was just a very real vibe about the place. I was nervous when I noticed that they were closed on Yelp but I realize it was because it was daytime. Yay! read more

We need more tribal house clubs! When people went out just to dance and release... not just stand around.. try to pick up someone, hold up the wall or fist pumP!! lol Bring it!!! Drove a lonnnnnng way to hear them DRUMS!!! Great time here! read more

Wow, this place was FAAAAAABULOUS! There was so much energy inside this place. I was dancing the minute I stepped in. You just can't help it, you WANT to dance! The salsa, samba, you name it. I walked out sweaty, hungry and tired from the incredible night of dancing. I was able to snag a seat late in the evening (or early in the morning depending on your point of view), in the downstairs area. Great for people watching. The drinks were tasty...mmm...the mojitos...... The actual club itself is as diverse as the city. The interior is made of recycled items from throughout the city. Bonus points for being green. read more

Bembe is like a wonderful dancing dream with a DJ and percussion. But a Saturday summer night dream with no AC and an elbow and swaying bodies gauntlet to get to the bar. Everyone is beautiful and dancing to music I can't get where I am. No parking on the dance floor, people! Get moving or get outside. I wish it were bigger than a bar and that the downstairs was open. Its hot and sweaty and in the tightly packed space, you can feel other hot sweaty people. Yeah, couldn't take that for long. Even from beautiful people. read more

I went here for all of about 15 minutes. We were part of a birthday pack of about 10 people and we could hardly get through the door. The downstairs was under renovations, yes, but then do not stuff more people in an establishment than you can fit. Music seemed good but with no where to turn and no bar space to order drinks, we hit the road. WHACK ATTACK, Bembe. Especially since I've heard so many good things about you. Perhaps one day, I will give you another whirl and we can promote you to your big boy stars of FOUR. If you want to over achieve, we can go for FIVE. But until you show me something more, you can keep your TWO. read more

YES! YES! YES! YES! 5 fucking *s every tiime I've ever EVER been to Bembe! Yay for: * a hammock! * Caiparinia's made consistantly perfectly each and every time * My wallet, discovered, intact, and preserved 'till the next day * Neo-Brazillian fusion with: a dj spinning traditional music and someone performing under over and around it ("someone" may vary from singers, percussionists, guitarists, etc.) * People actually DANCE TILL DAWN here..literally spilling into the streets! Also, they occasionally have this crazy special which involves sucking on a lime dipped in cocoa and coffee..Highly recommended. PS: if you didn't get it already, Bembe MEANS rhythm! read more

First time at Bembe. Unfortunately, the waves of Moses didn't part once I walked into the place. Cons: -TOO small of a space for the number of people inside. There was barely any room to dance -Cover charge didn't make sense for such a small place, but it was the weekend, so i GUESS I understand -Too HOT. Granted it was chilly outside, but heat should be regulated better. Pros: -Coat check -Moderate drink prices; by moderate I mean "average" or "normal"... 7 bucks for a beer. -GREAT music. Had some variety, but mostly... African-Techno.. Dance type of music? Hard to explain. Very enjoyable. For the latinos out there, they played Suavemente by Elvis Crespo. MAJOR cool points in my latin-book. Probably will never return. read more

I use to love this place...really folks you are all freaking artist...everyone who walked in had paint on his/her jeans and shoes...looks like they drove in from LI and threw paint on themselves...get over yourselves. Drinks and music are still good...Sunday's use to be the best night what a shame. read more

This pace is the best of the worse. The people there are not the best dancers in NY for sure. I mean, not like Gonzalez & Gonzalez or Latin Quater type dancers but they sure have fun. You can definably have a great time even if you have two left feet. The Bartenders are "OK". I mean, they're cute but if you're a little tipsy and not paying attention to your drink tab you will get charged a little more for the same drinks every now and again. I don't know if it's because there's two bartenders and they're not connected or on the same level or if they were trying to get over on me but whatever. Dj's normally cool and the people come there to have fun and don't really care who's watching. Everyone is pretty approachable within the crowd so you shouldn't have a problem getting a dance partner for a song or two. I'd go there on Wed or Thurs because the people that are there are there to have a good time and it's not over crowded. It's a nice group but not to much. Way to crowded over the weekends for sure. I mean, the place is not that big... Casual dress, free entrance, beautiful people. All around good place but watch the bartenders and your tab. S'all I'm say'n... read more