Parada 77
Parada 77 has become Santo Domingo's most recognized cocktail bar, consistently ranking among the Caribbean's best. The bar team uses Dominican ingredients (cacao, tropical fruits, local rum) in cocktails that show genuine creativity. The setting is intimate: a colonial building with moody lighting and a bar where you can watch the bartenders work. The approach is serious without being stuffy. Most people start ordering from the menu and end up asking the bartender to improvise.
What to Expect
A serious cocktail bar with Caribbean soul. The drinks are exceptional, the setting is intimate, and the bartenders know their craft.
Intimate, craft-focused, and genuinely impressive.
Background jazz and soul.
Smart casual.
Cocktail enthusiasts visiting Santo Domingo.
Cards and cash accepted
Price Range
Cocktails RD$350-600
≈ €5-9 / $6-10
Hours
Mon-Sat from 6 PM to 1 AM
Insider Tip
Trust the bartender. Let them know what you like and they'll build something good. The Dominican rum cocktails are the specialty.
Full Review
Parada 77 occupies a colonial-era building with thick stone walls that keep the air cool despite Santo Domingo's heat. The interior is intimate: a bar where you can watch the team work, small tables, and moody lighting that makes everyone look good. The bottle display behind the bar is organized with intention, with Dominican rums given prominent placement alongside international spirits.
The bartenders here are the main attraction. They work with Dominican ingredients, including local cacao, tropical fruits, and aged rum, to build cocktails that show genuine creativity. Most regulars start with the menu and end up asking for something off-script. The staff enjoy the challenge, and the improvised drinks are often better than the listed ones. Service is attentive without being intrusive.
Parada 77 has earned its reputation as one of the Caribbean's best cocktail bars through consistency rather than hype. It's more focused than Onno's, more serious about craft than the Malecon clubs, and operates on a different level from the tourist-oriented bars elsewhere in the Zona Colonial. The closest comparison might be a top-tier speakeasy, minus the pretension.
Trust the bartender. Tell them what flavors you like and let them build something. The Dominican rum cocktails are the specialty and the best use of your budget. The intimate size means weekend nights fill early; arrive before 8 PM for a bar seat.
The Neighborhood
Parada 77 sits within the Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo's historic center of cobblestone streets and 16th-century architecture. The bar draws from the zone's mix of local professionals, expats, and culturally engaged travelers who are looking beyond the Malecon club scene.
Getting There
Walking distance from anywhere in the Zona Colonial. From the Malecon, a taxi costs RD$150-200. Uber operates in Santo Domingo and drops you at the door.
Where to stay in Santo Domingo
Compare hotels near the nightlife districts. Free cancellation on most properties.
Other Venues in Zona Colonial
Onno's Bar
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Pat'e Palo European Brasserie
Upscale bar and restaurant overlooking Plaza España with a rooftop terrace. Popular for sunset drinks before heading to louder venues nearby.
La Alpargatería
Trendy cocktail bar with exposed brick and creative drinks. Draws young Dominicans and visitors on weeknight outings in a more relaxed setting.
SOS Bar
No-frills drinking spot on Calle Arzobispo Meriño that fills up late with locals, expats, and tourists. Cheap beer and simple mixed drinks.