Latin music
The music can range from reggaeton and Brazilian samba to international pop, giving dancers a varied soundtrack.
Little Havana
Jumeirah Beach Residence
Little Havana is a Latin American nightclub and bar in Jumeirah Beach Residence, built around dancing, DJs and occasional live music. Reviews highlight nights with salsa, bachata, merengue, reggaeton and Brazilian performances, while the compact, cozy setting and entrance bundles with drink vouchers may appeal to casual partygoers.
Reputation Score
3.6
★★★★☆
411 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Live shows
Some nights feature live entertainment, including a Saturday samba band that reviewers particularly enjoyed.
Cozy setting
One reviewer found the venue small but cozy, with a respectful and safe-feeling atmosphere on that visit.
Dance floor
A large central dance floor has helped create relaxed, informal nights where guests can dance without a polished or formal club feel.
What to Eat at Little Havana How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Little Havana, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Little Havana, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 2
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All you can eat sushi Net +1
“all you can eat sushi was lovely! staffs are very friendly, the restaurant gives a vibe you are in tropical place! the night we went, live music by Russians so that was fun to watch!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“all you can eat sushi was lovely! staffs are very friendly, the restaurant gives a vibe you are in tropical place! the night we went, live music by Russians so that was fun to watch!”December 2020
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Beers Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Had the most amazing night. Affordable beers, live music (nit the best but good enough to dance the night away), a large central dance floor, no table reservations, and just relaxed pure fun.”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“Had the most amazing night. Affordable beers, live music (nit the best but good enough to dance the night away), a large central dance floor, no table reservations, and just relaxed pure fun.”May 2023
What to Avoid (4)
Food 2
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Bullfrog Net −1
“I ended up getting a bullfrog eventually and it was terrible, you could tell he was not making them with love, as he just did not have the time to even think about that.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I ended up getting a bullfrog eventually and it was terrible, you could tell he was not making them with love, as he just did not have the time to even think about that.”September 2021
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Calamari Net −2
“Wings were rubbery, calamari was somewhat still uncooked and the sliders were .. well, I’ve seen cookies bigger than the sliders.”
Positive 0Negative 2
Critical review excerpts
“Wings were rubbery, calamari was somewhat still uncooked and the sliders were .. well, I’ve seen cookies bigger than the sliders.”December 2022
“Beer is bland, they doesnt put prosceco in aperol spritz and the calamari tasteful and small portion.”June 2024
Drinks 2
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Aperol spritz Net −1
“Beer is bland, they doesnt put prosceco in aperol spritz and the calamari tasteful and small portion.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Beer is bland, they doesnt put prosceco in aperol spritz and the calamari tasteful and small portion.”June 2024
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Red wine Net −1
“Unfortunately, the drinks have never really impressed me. What I find particularly unusual is that red wine is consistently served cold.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Unfortunately, the drinks have never really impressed me. What I find particularly unusual is that red wine is consistently served cold.”June 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm fees. Confirm the entrance amount and voucher terms at the door, since reviews describe different male and female charges and disputed inclusions.
Plan seating. Ask where you can sit before ordering or entering; reviews say tables may be reserved and bar-side standing may not be allowed.
Guard valuables. Keep your phone and drinks with you; reviewers reported stolen phones and a disputed drink incident where security was not helpful.
Check parking. If driving, verify the club’s opening time and parking validation first; one visitor paid 100 AED after arriving before the stated opening time.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Mamsha St
Marsa Dubai - Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Safety concerns
Reviews report serious incidents involving alleged assault, theft and unhelpful security, so personal safety and belongings warrant extra caution.
Inconsistent nights
The atmosphere varies sharply: some visits had energetic dancing, while others were nearly empty with no DJ or entertainment.
Seating rules
Several reviews describe reserved tables, paid seating or restrictions on standing near the bar, which can make an entrance fee feel limiting.
Drink quality
Drink feedback is uneven, including complaints about cold red wine, weak cocktails and an allegation that water was served instead of alcohol.
Service issues
Guests report rude treatment from some entrance, security and floor staff, along with disputed charges and poor complaint handling.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
100AED
male entrance fee with two drink vouchers
“Entrance fee for men this time was 100AED with two voucher for drinks”Google review · September 2022
150AED
male entrance
“Visited this place just before midnight on Fri 30 Jan 2026 and paid the entrance fee of 150AED (male) & 100 AED (female) which, despite the difference in price both included 2x ‘free’ (!) drink”Google review · February 2026
100 AED
female entrance
“Visited this place just before midnight on Fri 30 Jan 2026 and paid the entrance fee of 150AED (male) & 100 AED (female) which, despite the difference in price both included 2x ‘free’ (!) drink”Google review · February 2026
100aed
entrance with drink vouchers
“It was 100aed entrance with a 2/3 vouchers”Google review · February 2023
100 AED
entrance with two drinks
“last night went to hangout with my friends, they charged my friends 100 AED to enter which included 2 drinks and on my arrival they wanted to cheat me into paying 120 for 1 drink and I paid it”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Little Havana is a Latin American bar and nightclub in Jumeirah Beach Residence where the main draw is dancing rather than a quiet meal. Reviews mention salsa, bachata, merengue and reggaeton, plus Brazilian samba and occasional live bands. When the room is busy, the central dance floor and upbeat music can make for a relaxed, informal night with friends.
The experience is highly dependent on the night. Some guests describe friendly staff, affordable drinks and a cozy venue; others found the club nearly empty, without a DJ or advertised entertainment. Saturday samba performances and live Brazilian shows are recurring highlights in older reviews, but it is worth confirming the evening’s programme before paying at the entrance.
Entrance bundles have included drink vouchers, with reported examples of 100 AED for men or 100 AED including two drinks, though charges and inclusions appear to vary. There are practical drawbacks. Multiple reviews complain that tables are reserved or require extra payment, and some guests say they could not stand near the bar.
Drink and food quality is inconsistent, with complaints ranging from cold red wine to small or poorly prepared dishes. More seriously, reviews describe alleged theft, assault, discrimination and rude security responses. Keep valuables close, clarify seating and fees at the door, and consider another venue if personal safety or dependable service is a priority.
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