Love Rumba from the atmosphere, food and waitstaff they are all amazing! Keep doing what you do!

We had made brunch reservations and were here to celebrate a birthday in our group. We were seated right away on our large 7 people table and were attended by a server as soon as we were seated. This place has an amazing view, so I can see this place be an excellent setup on a sunny day. We ordered a couple of appetizers and entrees, and I ordered the veggie burger which was a house made quinoa, lentil, black bean burger. The first few bites went in easy, but as the burger got colder, I was struggling with every bite. The burger lacked flavor and the sauces weren't really helping elevating the taste either. Food was on the expensive side. Service however was excellent and they have a very friendly and welcoming staff. The place got really busy around 2 and there weren't many open tables. read more

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Good experience but not quite 5-stars I was hoping for. Caribbean Mahi delicious- firm square of fish on bed of caramelized plantains in pool of coconut cream (that I'd kill to have recipe for) finished with avocado decoration. Tropical flavors is something my everyday life is missing & not so easy to come by in the restaurant landscape. Tried West Indies Breakfast Taco- pretty sure this is their sweet spot. Smokey rib meat, lime crema refreshing, soft taco nice firm texture. Shrimp Haiti had great peppery heat, but dish's other elements did not stand up well to spice. Appetizer Coconut Shrimp, c'mon 3 shrimp? Husband & I each had 1.5 shrimp of which I mainly got a bite of tail shell. We agreed mayonnaise-like horseradish dipping sauce did not seem like right compliment- a bit bold for tropical flavor & thick consistency meant spooning on top or losing shrimp & its jacket. Took Key Lime Pie & Tres Leche cake home. Hours later both were still very good. Seated on outdoor deck with beautiful view, but also somewhat forgotten about. A little more forgivable when indoors, not when sweating thirstily in sun. Tall chairs difficult to mount & ledge we ate off felt a little unkept. Agree with other reviewer, placemats. Didn't think inside was too appealing- place could use a little sprucing up. read more

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Beautiful view, very good food, always breezy on the deck. Kind waiter, amazing key lime pie. read more

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If we lived closer, this would be our local favorite...it is just the perfect, happy place with excellent food and drinks all around. We have only been there off season, so I can imagine arriving in the summer and having a different experience. The service is doting, the setting is as if you were on a far away island, the Caribbean inspired menu is unique and the drinks just shine. We are eager to return for their Rum Punch Brunch. Tacos, Caribbean wings, duck empanadas, roasted sweet potatoes with pistachios and plantains are some of the items that we have enjoyed... Absolutely worth the hour or so drive from Nassau County. read more

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What an amazing experience! The food was delicious. We ordered their shrimp curry with risotto, chicken curry with risotto, duck empanadas, wings, and coconut shrimp with mojitos - everything was outstanding. The service was impeccable. For dessert I ordered their chocolate bread pudding which was alright, but the food and appetizers were too good. We sat outside so had an awesome view. We will definitely return! We had to park our car in a spot further away and then take their rumba bus to the restaurant which was a fun experience. Over all 10/10 read more

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Rumba never fails to disappoint me !! I sat right near the window and I was able to see the water outside. My server was great and attentive. She gave us recommendations on things we should try. I had the sweet heat margarita it was delicious probably one of the best margaritas I have had in a very long time. Everytime I come here I always order the same meal because it is AMAZING. I ordered the Grenada chicken. The chicken has the perfect amount of jerk seasoning on it. The chicken is spicy but the creamy coconut risotto balances it out perfectly. There is a sweet chili glaze that goes over top that gives the dish a nice kick. It is also served with a tomato confit which is my favorite. Definitely recommend this dish it is packed full of flavor and is so nicely balanced. My aunt got the salmon and she said it was delicious and had no complaints! Overall 5 star experience!! Con: parking is not the best here - there is only a small parking lot behind the restaurant. I came when there was no valet so I had to wait until someone pulled out of a spot which took about 10-15 minutes . read more

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Cute place w great drinks n tacos. There was over an hour wait so we ordered takeout n took the food n drink by the water. It was much better ambiance as if life styles of rich n famous. Shrimp tacos $5 each are delicious perfectly fried w diced Mango. The Margarita compliments the taco nicely. You can come by sea or by land. There parking n there's a dock slip for your jet ski or boat. The bathroom has great artwork for sale. Although I dont know if I want to buy artwork that's been hanging in the bathroom! Go visit this place, relax, have a drink. But don't drink n drive! read more

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I enjoyed Rumba very much. We were fortunate enough to eat outside on a beautiful day. The setting is lovely right on the water. Let's start with the drinks. They were awesome. I had the Passion Fruit Piña Colada it was easily one of the best piña coladas I've ever had. My husband had the Hot& Stormy which is like a Dark & Stormy (Rum & Ginger Beer) wifh jalapeños. He said it was delicious. So they definitely do drinks last well here! We were here for brunch but you can order off the regular menu too, which is nice to have options. We started off with an appetizer of chips and pimento cheese and guac. Delicious. You might think, how could chips and pimento cheese and guac be so delicious? Well The chips were perfect... crisp and perfectly salted, not at all greasy. The pimento cheese was well balanced with a little bit of heat. My only complaint is that I wanted more.We also had the artichoke with remoulade app which was delicious too. The artichokes were steamed drizzled with a bit of oil and a pinch of sea salt. The star was the remoulade. Again, I wanted more both artichoke and remoulade. I then had two different tacos. The first one was the breakfast taco which had eggs and cheese and a nice sauce and a corn tortilla. The second one was not as good. It had some barbecue meat and eggs and an avocado Crema for some crispy topping. It was a bit dry and needed some flavor. This was really the only disappointing food item I had here at Rumbas. Lastly...the desert. We had the Giant Hot fudge Sundae. It was fantastic. Ice cream quality was excellent and the hot fudge was outstanding. Even the nuts were special! Again, just wish there were more. Love the Island vibe of Rumba and we will definitely back. I highly recommend for drinks and snacks. Next time I may try something other than the tacos. And probably the best part of our dining experience was our waitress Tory. She was phenomenal. Friendly, funny, extremely helpful and so attentive. What a superstar. read more

Rumba - Pear Margarita - Caribbean Near Me - Hampton Bays, New York

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The food was delicious! Was a last minute decision to go eat here and between the service and vibe we were glad we came. read more

Rumba - Sunset Crab Cake Salad was so good I couldn't not eat it before taking the pic - Caribbean Near Me - Hampton Bays, New York

Excellent food and attentive service! A fun array of taco selections and unique atmosphere! read more

Rumba - Caribbean Near Me - Hampton Bays, New York

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It's our first time here in Rumba. Parking valet guy is on top of it. You already know it's going to be a good place to get food and drink. Starters are all delicious tuna, shrimp, and then ribs. Then we got salmon for entree. Everything was amazing. Service was really great, super helpful staff. And lastly the environment/ambiance is really nice and super chill. Will 100% Recommend this place. read more

This review is based on my takeout experience. The food was amazing. Picking up was a PIA as there really isn't a good parking space. I ended up double Parking on the street and hoping I wouldn't get hit or a ticket. Shrimp Tacos : 10/10 some of the best I've ever had Ribs: 10/10 fall of the bone amazing. I have been craving this every day since. read more

Rumba - Ribs - Caribbean Near Me - Hampton Bays, New York

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Cuisine: 7 Service: 7 Decor: 7 Value: 7 Overall: 7 This was an enjoyable restaurant on the water in the Hamptons. Good food with a Caribbean flare, and service with a smile. Ribs and wings appetizers were flavorful and good start to the meal. I definitely recommend the Cajun Shrimp & Grits special, as well as the Mahi Mahi entree. However, the Pulled Pork dish was a bit underwhelming. Valet parking available. read more

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Great tacos, ribs, salads and very friendly staff. Very cool vibes and awesome views.

The food was delicious, the drinks were so strong and the service was great! I was visiting the hamptons for a few days and this place was highly recommended. I'm glad I went. read more

Stopped at this gem while visiting Long Island. What a great beachie feel with a casual vibe. We sat outside and had a wonderful meal. I had the Mahi dish that was delicious. Service was great but expect to wait a bit for your food. read more

Rumba - Two happy dinners on the deck. - Caribbean Near Me - Hampton Bays, New York

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Food was delicious, drinks were amazing. Definitely recommend the prickly pear margarita. Very GF accommodating! Super fresh and unique ingredient combos. read more

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Drinks were ok, we had the mai Tai and the rum punch. The food was also just ok - we had the dips (guac was very bland), Brussel sprouts, chicken and rice dish, tuna sandwich, and the ribeye. The rice in the chicken dish was very strange in both texture and flavor, very stodgy. The desserts were both good and if we were to return (we probably won't) we'd likely just stick to that. The service was fine. It was VERY loud and we were seated right next to the glass door which was VERY cold. Maybe a nice place for summer, being right on the water, but they could do with some heavy curtains or heaters for winter. read more

My husband and I LOVE LOVE LOVE Rumba for their food, drinks, and atmosphere but most of all because that was where we had our first date in July 2021!!! Yesterday was my birthday, so I made a reservation for us at 7:30pm. The hostess was very welcoming and the manager sat us immediately. We were excited that we got a table by the window, the same one we sat at for our anniversary last year. Everything was delicious: duck empanadas, ahi tuna salad, piña coladas on the rocks, and the mahi mahi with plantains. We both had to order the same entree because we knew it was so good we wouldn't want to share! We love to celebrate our special occasions there. The manager was so kind and treated us to drinks for our anniversary. Can't wait to go back soon and show all my friends/family how amazing Rumba is. read more

Rumba - The dock on the water is the perfect place for a sunset photoshoot! - Caribbean Near Me - Hampton Bays, New York

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Got in on the three tacos for $12 deal. They have a few tacos to choose from. I got 2 shrimp and one chicken. The toppings each one comes with compliments the protein very well. They also had a taco for vegetarians. It was very busy when we went so potentially expect a wait if you are coming during this deal. The classic margarita was perfect. I would come back to try more from their menu read more

Rumba - Classic marg with salt - Caribbean Near Me - Hampton Bays, New York

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We come here every summer but I've seen an overall decline in quality and service. The food is mediocre at best. The tacos are extremely overpriced unless you come on their Taco Thursday. Happy hour is a good deal, but the bartenders must be instructed to water down drinks during these times. I had the worst margarita of my life here this past week. It was all sour mix and no tequila so basically undrinkable. The indoor area is mostly dark and cramped. The outside area is cute but it overlooks the parking lot and then you get a view of the water. This place is overhyped and only gets as crowded as it does because the options out here are limited. read more

Expansive drink menu and nice atmosphere for a summer evening. Does get crowded but the free shuttle to sister restaurant Cowfish means you can go there easily if you prefer. read more

We had previously eaten at their sister restaurant Cow Fish which we loved so decided to try Rumba, which had more of a Caribbean lean. We ordered takeout, so can't comment on the in restaurant experience, though it looked super vibey which is no surprise. We tried a lot of items -- from the seared tuna to the shrimp tacos to the chicken tacos to the salmon entree to the burger -- everything was really good across the board. And given how well all the food held up via takeout, I can only imagine how much better it would've been had we eaten there. These folks clearly put a lot of focus on fresh ingredients and consistent execution and it shines through. Big fan of this restaurant group and can't wait to try their new spots in west Hampton! read more

This is a must go to place in the summer or when it is warm enough to be outside. The food is great, I always have the tacos. The drinks are great! read more

Amazing run punch and I love the Double Dip. So delicious. The Dominican Ribs and coconut shrimp are also great. Friendly service and outside seating. A fave. read more

The garlic Cesar is so heavy I got a stomach ache despite barely getting through half of it. They also do not honor the Yelp check in that's advertised (the 5% off coupon). The valet was nice but the rest of the staff looked pretty miserable/we're not warm to deal with. Friends seemed to think their tacos were ok, thus giving it a few stars but honestly would not go back. read more

It been a while since i reviewed this place 3 years ago but we've been back many times. Today I had had two of their signature tacos coconut chicken and the pulled pork both excellent, My wife had the Caribbean wings l, always a favorite. We used the bus (cant explain it you have to be there) this summer when our grandchildren were in, took the boat from Cowfish they had so much fun. Great food great atmosphere read more

We love Rumba , the tacos are amazing . We love the vibe and the drinks ! Our favorite place !

Been wanting to try Rumba for quite a while but that 2+ hour drive from Brooklyn has been a deterrent. Last weekend, I finally booked a hotel and planned a date night in the Hamptons for my girlfriend and I. I made reservations for Saturday 5pm because the weather was supposed to be sunny and in the 70s, and I wanted to enjoy the beautiful view on the pier, but it ended up storming! Bummer! We still had a great time nonetheless. We arrived and was seated immediately. Even with the bad weather outside, it was pretty packed inside. We were seated where we still had a view of the dock/water even though we couldn't be outside. They had really good music playing and the vibe was just really nice. Our server was Calleen. She was good and attentive and gave some good suggestions. Drinks: I started with the prickly pear margarita and she the mango. Both were very good and had a nice kick. Next I had the rum punch and she the passion fruit pina colada. The Rum punch was weak and tasted like juice, I added an extra shot of rum but the passion fruit pina colada was SOOO good and was really strong (she ordered a second). We finished off with banana rum shots, which were pretty smooth. Food: for starters we had a fish and shrimp tacos, Caribbean wings, and the double dip with guacamole and pimento cheese. Everything was really good! I liked the sriracha coconut sauce on the wings, very different. The guac was good but the pimento cheese was even better! It tasted like crab dip even tho there was no crab! Both tacos were really good as well. Everything was so well seasoned and flavorful. For entrees I had the Dominican wings with roasted sweet potatoes and she had the NOLA shrimp which was 1 of their specials of the day. The ribs were cooked soo good, they slid right off the bone and even the bone was completely tender; like you could completely chew the entire bone (not that I did lol just bit into it). I didn't try the sweet potatoes because I actually don't eat it (not sure why I didn't ask for a substitute lol or I could've just ordered the ribs from the appetizer menu by itself ). The Nola shrimp was served over coconut risotto with cherrie tomatoes. It was sooooo good, I was digging all in her plate. It had a little bit of a spicy kick to it but nothing over powering. I'd suggest they add that to their regular entrees. My girlfriend enjoyed the side of plantains solo since I don't eat it, she said they were good. We had such a great time! Besides the rum punch, everything was a hit! Food, drinks, music, vibes, view, and service! The price was really good too! All together after taxes we were still under $200. Everything was worth it. I will definitely be back soon to try some more items and enjoy the outdoor dining once the weather warms up. read more

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Definitely looks like a little shack in the winter from the outside, but it has a great, relaxing atmosphere for friends to hang out on the inside. Their popular rum cocktail is super yummy and they don't hold back on the liquor, and the coconut Mojito didn't disappoint either, although i wish it came in the bigger size like the rum drink. The food was solid as well. We especially liked the wings, and the duck empanadas. The chips for the duo dips aren't really great, but the guacamole and the cheesey dips are great. I'm excited to come back this summer and see the outside as well read more

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5 stars for the desserts.  The hot fudge sundae and key lime pie were absolutely delicious. Expensive but very filling and big enough to share.  The view at the high top seating was great and the waitress was very nice. The entrees and apps though... terrible.   From the non-fresh tasting guac and chips to the $16 organic house salad, which had wilted greens, no candied pecans as stated and hardly any tomatoes or dressing.  The good thing was the salmon, which did not taste at all of the citrus soy it was named, but it was good fresh and perfectly cooked salmon.  This was ordered as part of the salad, making the salad $29.  The expensive entrees were overcooked-- the chicken and the sides.  The coconut risotto was way too liquid-y.   The grilled tomatoes on the side tasted of jalapeno/vinegar and so spicy they were inedible.    The fish tacos - awful breading/batter, oil that tasted and smelled bad.    Should have sent back but the tacos were only $7. Had no choice but to valet park and I the guys working that tight lot are impressive with their parking skills! Overpacked on a Monday in June.. Really expected the food to be better based on reviews.   The drinks (key lime pie martini and margarita!) looked great.   I say go for drinks and the 2 desserts! read more

Exciting atmosphere! Highly recommend! Very crowded but did not have to wait for drinks and drinks were indeed delicious. Had a great time! Also so much fun riding the boat between the two businesses, really added to ab "island" feel. read more

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*** To go order***. I live in Orlando Florida and I am in Hampton Bay New York for a wedding. After a long day of traveling I wanted something tasty. I found this place on Uber eats and it look great! I love duck and I asked for extra horseradish on the side for the duck empanadas in which they provided. I also asked for extra dressing for the Caesar salad in which they provided. To me those are pluses but which is bigger than that is the taste. The taste for both were exceptional. The duck empanadas we're out of this world because I have never had a flaky crust on the outside and tender meat in the inside. Too bad this place is not in Orlando! Five stars all day long. read more

Rumba - Duck empanadas with extra dressing! You really only need one dressing but I love condiments so two works for me - Caribbean Near Me - Hampton Bays, New York

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Delicious food, tasty drinks, upbeat service, can't beat the waterside view. August is the fight against the bees but the staff had remediation in place. Highly recommend for drinks and music. read more

Solid overall. Nice selection of rum. Food is decent. Right on the water although tough to get a boat in there as it gets very shallow. Nothing wows us here but it's overall good. read more

Kept hearing our friends rave about this spot so we had to check it out & it did not disappoint! We made a reservation & were seated inside next to a window. Started with duck empanadas & coconut shrimp which were incredible. The duck empanadas were definitely a standout- great portion size & so delicious. We also both had Rum punches which were excellent. For entrees I had the shrimp taco & rastaman taco. These had to be some of the best tacos I've had! We had to try the key lime pie & it was the perfect end to our meal Highly recommend for a great date night spot! Only critique would be to specify when you make a reservation if it's for an outside or inside table. We were hoping to sit outside but were told it would be a 45 min wait even with our reservation read more

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The food was outstanding, creative and complex combinations. Servers were attentive. We were a party of 10 and we were seated in a refurbished decorated bus, with one large table. My mojito was the best I ever had. Looking forward to going back. read more

Took an impromptu trip to escape the city and ended up in south Hamptons. After a long day with the puppy and excursion to the beautiful white sands of cooper beach we built up an appetite. Found Rumba and read the excellent reviews and boy this spot did not disappoint! Reservations were very easy for lunch and we ended up getting drinks as well. The sangria was amazing sweet and strong with fresh fruit on top served in large mason jar! I went with the shrimp/fish tacos and my girlfriend tried the tuna burger both of which were fresh, topped with chipotle mayo type sauce, ended with desert as well with the house special key lime pie (which perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and crunchy moist crust). All in all memorable experience would highly recommend! read more

friendly staff very accommodating to our family. crowded on the,weekends, food was great read more