Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Baltimore, Maryland is a vibrant multicultural city which, in the 1800s, was second only to Ellis Island as the largest port of entry into the United States. The city's influences come from all over the world. Baltimore is filled with attractions such as museums, festivals and restaurants which reflect its rich, multifaceted heritage. For those wanting to dance to a Latin beat, there are several Latino nightclubs in the city.
Latin Palace features beginner and intermediate salsa dancing lessons Wednesday through Saturday from 8 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday from 8 p.m. until 2 a.m. the club's DJ spins meringue, salsa, reggaeton and bachata music. Fridays are "Ladies Latin Night," Saturdays are "Latin Night," and Sunday night is "Hip Hop Sundays." Latin Palace also features live Latin performances. The nightclub's restaurant, Las Palmas, is opened daily from 4 p.m. until 11 p.m. for dinner and serves a tapas menu until midnight. The restaurant features a variety of soups and also includes sandwiches, salads and entrees such as paella, carne guidsada and a variety of enchiladas and other Tex-Mex items. The nightclub and restaurant can accommodate private parties for as many as 1,200 people.
Latin Palace
509 South Broadway
Baltimore, MD 21231
410-522-6700
latinpalace.com
Talara is in Baltimore's Harbor East neighborhood. This "nueva Latino bistro" transforms into a salsa club every Monday night. "Salsa Night" at Talara begins with free lessons from 9 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.; open salsa dancing begins at 9:30 p.m. Talara features Latin American-inspired décor, a full-service restaurant and bar and lively music. The bar features various types of mojitos, cerveza, rums and specialties such as caipirinha, viche colada, pisco sour and sangria. The menu includes a daily ceviche bar, tapas and entrees such as arroz con pollo, crabmeat chili relleno and paella mariscos.
Talara
615 President St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-528-9883
talarabaltimore.com
Every Sunday night, Club One features "Latin Sundays." From 10 p.m. until 2 a.m. Club One transforms into a Latin nightclub located in the heart of Baltimore. Entertainment is provided by DJ Tito and Rey Parker. Club One features $4 beers all night. Latin Sundays is for ladies ages 18 and older and men ages 21 and older; Club One's dress code encourages "club chic" attire such as dresses, capris, jeans, polo shirts, sweaters, slacks and neat sneakers. The club does not allow shorts, flip flops, hoodies, sweatpants, athletic attire, work boots, bandanas, tank tops, black or white T-shirts, visors or oversized clothing. Complimentary parking is available in the metered lot on Saratoga after 6 p.m.
Club One
300 E. Saratoga St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-929-6631
onebaltimore.com