Havana Club

I spent an evening at the Havana Club in Munich this past summer while I studied abroad. You get swallowed into the bar almost immediately, which is expected for a lounge called "Havana Club." It's very unlike any of the other bars in Munich, as it has a tropical feel to it. It was dimly lit with jazzy lounge music playing softly in the background. The walls were decorated with framed portraits of Ernest Hemingway and photos of beaches in Havana, Cuba. There were a few guests at the bar and surrounding tables, ranging from college to middle aged. The dress code could be considered cocktail attire, as the women wore mostly dresses, and the men dress shirts. I ordered an Ernest Hemingway cocktail to better immerse myself, which was a little over-priced (as is everything in Munich), but strong and delicious. The service was quick and attentive, with the bartender taking the time to explain drinks in broken English to my less-fluent friends. We easily spent a few hours (and a few Euros) at the Havana Club, and even returned with more friends for our last night in Munich. Overall, it's a perfect place to meet with friends for some tasty drinks at a small bar with a "weekend getaway" feel to it.