Mingle Paramaribo
Suriname's most stylish cocktail lounge, hidden inside the International Mall
Why Go
Tucked into the top floor of the International Mall on Ringweg-Zuid, Mingle is where Paramaribo's after-dark crowd swaps flip-flops for smart-casual and settles in for craft cocktails, sushi rolls, and skyline views that most first-time visitors never realize the city has.
The Experience
From the outside, the International Mall doesn't scream 'nightlife destination' ΓÇö which is exactly what makes walking into Mingle feel like a small discovery. The space leans upscale-lounge: moody lighting, considered interior design, and a long bar where mixologists shake through a menu of classic and contemporary cocktails. A wraparound balcony catches the evening breeze and looks out over the southern edge of Paramaribo, and the crowd is a mixed, sociable one ΓÇö couples on date night, groups of friends catching up over tapas, and a steady flow of professionals unwinding after work. Come the weekend, the tempo shifts: live music some nights, a DJ pushing the energy after hours, and last call not until 2 a.m.
What to Try
Start with a signature cocktail ΓÇö the bartenders take the craft seriously, so trust the menu's contemporary side rather than defaulting to a mojito. For food, the sushi and California rolls are the standout crowd-pleasers and pair surprisingly well with the drinks program; if you're hungrier, the filet mignon is the go-to plate. Otherwise, order across the tapas and shared-bite section so the table can graze while the cocktails keep coming.
Insider Tip
Mingle only opens at 6 p.m. and the real energy doesn't build until after 9 ΓÇö arrive early (6ΓÇô7 p.m.) if you want the balcony seats and a quieter conversation, or roll in after 10 on a Friday or Saturday for the full lounge-into-late-night arc. Groups of 8 or more should call ahead to reserve; it's the local move for birthdays and corporate nights out, and walk-ins on weekends can be tight.
The Practical Stuff
Address: Ringweg-Zuid 243, inside the International Mall, Paramaribo. Hours: TueΓÇôThu 6 p.m.ΓÇô12 a.m., FriΓÇôSat 6 p.m.ΓÇô2 a.m., Sun 6 p.m.ΓÇô11 p.m. (closed Monday). Phone: +597 858-9988. Price range: mid-to-upscale by Suriname standards ΓÇö expect to pay a premium for the cocktails and sushi. Dress code is smart-casual; beachwear will feel out of place. Parking is easy thanks to the mall lot, and taxis/ride-hails back into the city center are straightforward.
Pair It With
- 000 Guide — A convenient hotel base if you'd rather not travel far after a late night of cocktails and want to keep the evening close to Ringweg-Zuid.
- 101 Suites Guide — Another nearby stay option ΓÇö book a room here and Mingle becomes your walkable weekend nightcap spot.
- 597SpeedUp Watertubing Guide — Spend the day burning energy on the water, then cool off with a craft cocktail and sushi platter at Mingle come sunset ΓÇö a classic Paramaribo adventure-to-lounge combo.