"The folks need to be OK with big crowds and loud noises for this one. But if they are, then they might like Ball & Chain. The classic Calle Ocho bar is still one of the best places to salsa in Little Havana. Inside, there’s confused tourists and confetti. Out back, there’s a pineapple-shaped stage for live music. And there’s occasionally a line to get in too. But there’s also a lot of dancing everywhere you look. They even host free salsa classes occasionally, in case one of your parents has a New Year’s resolution that involves learning to salsa. " - ryan pfeffer, mariana trabanino