About cafe mambo
The iconic Cafe Mambo sits in the centre of what has become known as the sunset strip in San Antonio. Established in 1994 by Javier Anadon and against all advice, the original small ibicencan and derelict house has become a prevailing force in the dance music industry. With international Djs of the calibre of Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez, Paul Oakenfold and Frankie Knuckles playing regular sets,not to mention appearances by Groove Armada, Faithless, BodyRockers, Danni Minogue (to name a few) Cafe Mambo has firmly established itself as a visionary frontrunner in a highly competitive field.
Beloved by locals and celebrated by tourists, in a few years Cafe Mambo has become a magnet for bona fide musical talent.
The Ibicencan Sunset has been serenaded for centurys but never as seductively as at Cafe Mambo, just take a look at our sunset video
To listen to the strains of such classics as The sound of silence by Simon and Garfunkel (genius) while sipping a mojito and slowly watching the sun dissapear into the med with its Midas touch is bewitching.
With the significance of another night just beginning in Ibiza not lost on the thousands of spectators every summer, the sunset is a legendary start to the night ahead.
You can watch a selection of our sunset videos here.
In 2007 Cafe Mambo was honoured for the second time with the prestigious Dj Award for the best Bar in Ibiza. This was international recognition for the marked contribution Cafe Mambo has made to the island, changing the way people perceive San Antonio within the music industry and generally making a tangible difference to the way bars and restaurants think in Ibiza. The Customer has become a priority and levels of service have risen thanks to the flawlessness of places like Cafe Mambo, Savannah and Villa Mercedes.
Originally a derelict house which just happened to be facing one of the most Famous sunsets in the world, the shrewdness of the Mambo team have ensured that its original personality has not been lost. The bar is decorated with tradional Ibicencan features such as mosaics and marble and the terrace has been designed to compliment the surrounding area. Coupled with state of the art sound technology, free wifi, a contemporary menu and of course THAT view. Mambo is a flourishing example of a fusion of old and new with that injection of pioneer spirit essential to creating a thriving business.
Being on the sharp end of forward thinking in Ibiza has led to Cafe Mambo hosting many of the islands exclusive and renowned parties.
Most famously Radio 1 has used Mambo as the central base for its infamous weekender featuring live broadcasts on Radio 1 including Pete Tongs essential selection and events hosted by Vernon Kay and Tess Daley.
Galaxy FM Radio has also long collaborated with Cafe Mambo with live broadcasts and performances including Roger Sanchez, Axwell, Wally Lopez, Satoshi Tomei and Lisa Lashes to name a few.
This year (2010) sees Mambo soaring to new heights once again..with a list of pre parties that will have you rubbing your eyes in disbelief, the worlds best DJs are still gracing the decks of Mambo 15 years on and the Cafe Mambo name is being spread far and wide. With great new collaborations with Bench clothing, Red Bull and Pioneer to name a few, and many great new things in the pipeline, not least a World Tour being planned for the Winter months it seems that the Cafe Mambo legacy is good for a few more years yet!!!
A day in the life of Cafe Mambo
The day at Café Mambo begins at around 11am. Peaceful and serene with only a hint of the hours to come, the sun shines on the terrace while the sea glitters with promise. People drift lazily down to enjoy a coffee or two and survey the forthcoming day.
The gentle hum of quiet conversation and the buzz of the fresh coffee machine are all you’ll hear until the caffeine kicks in and the echos of the previous night are shaken.
Around Brunch time the first strains of Balearic Chill music begin to coast across the airwaves, and the nearby rocks become a haven for those seeking the sun. People begin a slow meander along the promenade, nothing too exerting, and stop by for a refreshing drink. Freshly squeezed orange juice or a fresh fruit smoothie to shake off the nights excess.
The Lunchtime flow begins as people steadily trickle down to the sea front, seeking a respite from a busy morning or meeting up with friends to grab a bite to eat. From Sandwiches to Salads and Breakfasts to Burgers, light or substantial the contemporary menu will suit everyone.
Afternoons are for freewheeling, languid and relaxed, enjoying the moment, checking in with friends by using the free wifi,or lounging on the sunbeds cocktail in hand all set to a true Balearic soundtrack.
Post Siesta, around 6pm people begin to gravitate once again to the terraces at Café Mambo, like moths to a flame the irresistible allure of the sunset beckons. Accumulating crowds begin to amass on the beach and sunset galleries. The chilled out beats become more up-tempo and as the spectators gather the sunset spectacle begins. Celebrating the demise of the scorching rays for another day the DJ plays homage to the sun, blending chilled out classics with soulful rhythms, and as the sun finally sets the solemnity is eclipsed with raucous applause. An authentic sunset ceremony.
Darkness falls and the decks are surrendered to the DJ elite. The likes of Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and Paul Oakenfold have regularly graced the Mambo line-up and the busy bar and terrace is at full throttle. Ibiza comes to life as the fashionable elite rub shoulders with local colour and the Balearic circus is in full swing.The revellers party on til the early hours of the morning, relishing the funky beats and the close proximity of their favourite DJ´s before moving on to one of the superclubs where they can dance til dawn infused with the Mambo Spirit.
As the die hard party goers melt away into the night and the doors are gently closed. Preparations begin for the forthcoming day, and as dawn draws nearer the now quietly slumbering Café dreams about the imminent sunrise……a new day begins in the life of Café Mambo.