For many years, Roots was the only place to see live jazz in Cancun, but la casa de buena musica ("the house of good music") - Muleiro’s Lounge - is giving Roots a run for its money.

This lounge features live jazz acts — Photo courtesy of Mulerio's Lounge

Muleiro’s is located in downtown Cancun in Plaza Hong Kong, kitty-corner from Walmart. The cover charge ranges from 29 to 49 pesos (an unbelievable $2 to $4 USD). Acts include Funk, Flamenco Jazz, Latin, Classic Deep and Acid Jazz performed by talented musicians from a variety of different countries. The live music generally begins around 10 or 11 p.m.

The decoration and ambiance is cozy and relaxing.

You’ll feel right at home due to the staff’s welcoming attention and service. Muleiro’s Lounge is a restaurant, as well. The offering is somewhat international and includes pastas, salads, cheese and cold cut platters and baguettes.

Mulerio's Lounge is located in downtown Cancun — Photo courtesy of Mulerio's Lounge

Every night of the week from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., they offer pasta al gusto (in other words, just how you like it) for only 59 pesos (about $4.50 USD), 2x1 drink specials and 3x2 Coronas (from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m.). Don’t miss Ladies' Night on Thursdays. Women drink free from 8 p.m. until 11 p.m. when ordering dinner.

To get to Muleiro’s Lounge, just take the R2 or R15 bus downtown and get off at the Walmart stop. Walk back about a block to a gas station that is directly across the street from Plaza Hong Kong.