Century Salsa Nights

Century Salsa Nights

Ladies, are you looking to be swept off your feet by a suave Latino man? Look no further than Century Ballroom. The venue’s Thursday and Saturday salsa nights typically draw more men than women, so it’s not uncommon to have guys fighting to be your dance partner. Those who want to jump right into the action can hit the floor from 9:30 p.m.-1:15 a.m. Less experienced folks can show up half an hour early to receive a quick lesson or refresher course before teaming up with a skillful and swarthy partner. The hardwood dance floor is one of the largest in Seattle at just less than 2,000 feet—and the place manages to fill up most salsa nights with close to 300 attendees. Chandeliers provide a vintage feel. Wear comfortable shoes unless you’re a pro and can flaunt those 6-inch heels painlessly throughout the night. Oh, and don’t forget deodorant—because you will sweat. CHANTAL ANDERSON

Price: $7-$10

OK, so the swing phenomenon fizzled as a hipster trend. That hasn?t stopped a lot of people from flocking to dance halls, and the shiny, spacious dance floor at Seattle?s magnificent Century Ballroom has been particularly busy. Almost hidden on the second floor of a building near the heart of Capitol Hill, this 300-person capacity room hosts salsa dancing, monthly gospel brunches, all-ages swing nights, and occasional concerts with national acts. The Ballroom, which also sports a restaurant and full bar, got spiffed up with a major renovation a few years back, but the gilded features, cavernous ceiling, and fine-tuned sound make the Century seem like a place from another time.

• Cuisine(s): American, Coffeehouse, Fine Dining, New American, Tea, Traditional

  Hours: Sun,Wed,Fri 6pm-10pm, Thu,Sat 6pm-11pm

• Features: Takeout, Dance Floor, Multi-Level, Coat Check

  Entertainment: Live Entertainment, DJs

• Reservations: Accepted