Casta's Rum Bar
✨ Vibe
A vibrant and tropical hidden gem that transports guests to Havana with its speakeasy-style entrance, lush "indoor" courtyard, and a high-energy atmosphere fueled by pulsating Latin rhythms.
🍸 Best For
Social dancing, late-night cocktails, celebratory group outings, authentic Cuban street food, and lively happy hours.
🔥 Highlights
- Wednesday Salsa Nights: Experience the ultimate midweek escape with free Cuban-inspired salsa lessons for all skill levels led by expert instructors, perfectly paired with all-day happy hour deals.
- Authentic Cuban Fare: Savor highly-praised classics like their signature Cuban sandwich, savory beef and chicken empanadas, and a curated cigar menu for a truly immersive island experience.
- Rum & Mojito Oasis: Explore an extensive library of premium rums and expertly crafted mojitos that have earned the bar a reputation as a top destination for Latin spirits in the city.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Visit during daily happy hour from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for excellent value on signature drinks and appetizers.
- While the venue features a spacious dining room and patio, reservations are recommended for weekend nights and special themed events like their "Año Nuevo en Havana" celebrations.
🔄 Weekly Events
🥂 Bottomless Brunch
Enjoy a vibrant Cuban-inspired bottomless brunch.
🎸 Casta’s Live! Saturdays
Live music and entertainment to keep the fiesta going.
🇨🇺 Havana Nights Fridays
Experience the vibe of Havana with Cuban cuisine and cocktails.
🍹 Margarita + Mojito Mondays
Kick off the week with specialty margaritas and mojitos.
🎵 Noche de Perreo Thursdays
Reggaetón on blast and high energy dance party.
🌮 Taco Tuesday + Salsa Lessons
Enjoy tacos and stay for the salsa dancing lessons.
🏈 Watch Party Sundays
Join us for game day watch parties.
💃 Wednesday Salsa Nights
Join us for a dedicated night of Salsa rhythm.
Happy Hour
Late night drink specials for the night owls.
📰 In the News
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Recent Reviews from Google
While staying at the Ritz (across the street) and hanging out in the area for a Saturday night, bar hoping and dining, we came here on the way back to the hotel. We sat in their section of tables...
Came by Casta's Rum Bar to celebrate a friend and a colleague's birthday and for a little happy hour fun. Casta's feels like a hidden gem - The food and drinks are really good, making it a great spot...
Castas Restaurant, I have to say it's a place with a very cool atmosphere to have a glass of wine and enjoy a good meal. I have to be very honest, it's super delicious. The shrimp taste amazing. If...
The drinks were delicious but the atmosphere so much more. First you walk into almost a basement speak easy. It’s filled with lively latin music. A dance teacher was teaching a group dance and the...
This place is a well hidden gem for those not familiar with the area. The place gets packed, mostly with GW students, but luckily some of us non-students know the secret. Casta's has incredible...
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