Cuba Libre, located in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood, not only features delicious authentic Cuban fare, but also offers the largest selection of rum in the city. Serving up contemporary interpretations of traditional Cuban cuisine, Cuba Libre spans two floors reminiscent of mid-1940s Old Havana.
The restaurant's warm mahogany and oak, cracked tile, painted plaster, exposed concrete and brick, courtyard and exotic tropic foliage creates a lively, inviting atmosphere. Its 30-foot-tall ceiling dotted with paddle fans provides the final authentic Cuban touch. Menu favorites include the "fire and ice ceviche" of sushi-grade tuna, coconut milk and jalapeno and ginger sauce, as well as guava barbecue ribs and "suntanned Chilean salmon," served with honey-mango glaze.
Cuba Libre features more than 75 premium and flavored rums, including its own Cuba Libre Premium Brand. Exotic mojito flavors include passion fruit, cherry and pineapple. The restaurants batidos, or Cuban milkshakes, made with fresh fruit including banana, coconut and mango, can be served with or without rum. Cuba Libre also features weekend salsa dancing and live entertainment.
Group accommodations are available for 20 or more guests. Cuba Libre serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 3 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM and dinner daily from 4 to 11 PM. Late dining is available Friday and Saturday from 11 PM to 2 AM. Lunch entrees range from $13 to $19 and dinner entrees range from $18 to $32. For more information: 215-627-0666
