You almost "expect Papa Hemingway" to appear at Stephen Starr and Douglas Rodriguez's "upscale", "special-occasion" Nuevo Latino, still "trendy" after a decade-plus in Rittenhouse; brace yourself for "invasive noise levels" generated by "high rollers" who "come for the mojitos" in the "dim" lounge but stay for the "bold flavors" "from land and sea" (e.g. "amazing" ceviche) and "world-class"...
Alma de Cuba Restaurant Review:
Alma de Cuba, one of the original Stephen Starr eateries, has stood the test of time. It’s still a sexy spot for drinks and dinner and the menu is solid, thanks to consulting chef Douglas Rodriguez and the Rockwell Group's design, which imagines Cuba today with a nod to the past. The design team used a basic off-white palette, dramatically lit with a red glow and a series of evocative Cuban...
Three stylish -- but not necessarily Cuban-looking -- floors form this flashy restaurant, known for its marvelously fresh and refreshing mojitos, glorious black bean soup, and slow-roasted pork shank. The decor encompasses glass walls shimmering with tobacco leaf images; an all-white downstairs lounge with mod seating; black-and-white photos projected onto the walls; loud, Buena Vista-style...
Upscale tribute to old-time Cuban soul food.:
In Short
Three low-lit floors offer white, suede-soft seats, a glowing, red glass bar and vintage-looking wall projections of cigar-smoking musicians. The menu features island comfort...