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FIRST LOOK: El Santo brings the Latino experience to Hindley Street

The doors to El Santo Latino Bar flung open this weekend, adding a little bit of spice to Hindley St.

Introducing a little bit of spice to Hindley St, the doors to El Santo Latino Bar flung open this weekend offering an exciting fusion of music, drinks, and dance.

The vibrant new establishment promises to bring Latin flavours and culture to Hindley St, next door to the Mayfair Hotel. As the newest addition to Adelaide’s bar scene, El Santo Latino will join other Latin American culture hot spots across Adelaide, like Casa Bla Bla and the Tivoli Hotel.

We spoke to owner Valeria earlier in the year when renovations were about to begin, she said she felt it was so important to “give South Australians the Latino experience”.

With the bar holding its grand opening over the weekend, we’ve been able to score a sneak peek at the new space and some exciting info regarding the newest addition to Hindley Street’s pumping bar scene.

Valeria, in collaboration with family friends, has designed a classy and elegant space, with new flooring, freshly painted white walls, LED lighting, and all new decor.

Valeria says she wants El Santo to represent her family’s roots in South America, bringing the gift of Latin American culture to Australia in a safe and comfortable setting.

The team have meticulously crafted a menu to transport you to the streets of Cartagena, Colombia, or the beaches of Rio in Brazil, with a curated selection of spirits from the finest Pisco to rum, tequila, and aguardiente.

A classic menu of Brazilian drinks and popular latin cocktails such as martinis and margaritas will also be on offer, with Valeria planning to introduce new drinks based on her clients’ tastes.

The grand opening featured beats by top Latin DJs Hugo Salcedo, Keko & Amigos, live percussion, and the electrifying Hora Loca! Also featuring bands and Brazilian samba dancers. During “la hora loca” – Spanish for “the crazy hour”, essentially meaning ‘a party-within-the-party’ – Valeria says the venue was packed with happy, dancing customers on opening night, with many more exciting nights to come!

Other upcoming events at this exciting new latin bar include Salsoteca, free Salsa & Bachata dancing lessons and afterparties every Thursday night. They’ll also be hosting “Dia de los muertes”, a Halloween fiesta with delicious drinks, amazing Latin music, and a lively atmosphere that will keep you dancing all night.

Image credit: El Santo Latino Bar

With all these exciting events coming up at El Santo Latino Bar, make sure you don’t miss the fiesta on Hindley Street!

El Santo Latino Bar:
When: Thursday 6 pm–2 am, Friday & Saturday 8 pm–3 am

Where: 9 Hindley St, Adelaide

For more information, click here.

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