Bolo, Philadelphia’s premier Puerto Rican Dining Room & Rum Bar nestled in Rittenhouse Square, boasts an expansive menu of traditional and imaginative takes on Hispano-Caribbean cuisine. Chef Yun Josué Fuentes, bi-level, ultra-colorful restaurant and Rum Bar transports guests through food, beverage, design, and atmosphere to the islands of Cuba, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, home to Chef Yun Josué Fuentes (2 time James Beard award semifinalist) and grandfather Juan “Bolo” Fuentes, of whom Bolo is inspired by and named after. In addition Bolo boasts a full rum-focused bar program with a variety of classic and signature cocktails, craft beer, wine and more. Bolo is open Monday through Thursday from 5pm-10pm, Friday and Saturday from 5pm-12am, and Sunday from 4pm-9pm, with daily Happy Hour in the Rum Bar from 5pm-7pm. Bolo is located at 2025 Sansom Street. For more information, visit www.bolophl.com or Instagram:@bolo_phl For parties larger than 8 please contact events@bolophl.com
Ocho Supper Club is an intimate dining experience rooted in Afro-Caribbean traditions, where each seasonal tasting menu reimagines ingredients from across the diaspora. Using locally sourced products and modern technique, we elevate traditional flavors into something both familiar and unexpected. Led by Chef RJ Smith, Ocho has been featured in The Philadelphia Inquirer, Eater, and The Today Show for its thoughtful perspective on culture and cuisine.Set in the iconic Rittenhouse Hotel, Ocho offers a warm, communal atmosphere that blends storytelling, tradition, and hospitality. Ocho’s experience unfolds in a park-facing dining room, where each dinner is crafted to celebrate connection, creativity, and the richness of the Caribbean experience.
Negril Gardens Restaurant stands out as an elevated, fine-dining destination that transforms traditional Caribbean flavors into a sophisticated culinary experience.What Makes It Special:• Refined Caribbean Cuisine: The menu blends classic Caribbean spices with modern flair, featuring signature jerk flavors and elevated preparations.• Sophisticated Late-Night Vibe: The restaurant maintains a stylish, upscale atmosphere and is a rare Center City gem open daily until 2:00 AM, making it ideal for late-night fine dining.• The Garden Bar: A major highlight is its specialized bar program, where mixologists craft vibrant cocktails using rare rums and botanical infusions inspired by island sunsets.