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Philadelphia - Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

Philadelphia - Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar is a Cuban and Caribbean restaurant located at S 2nd Street. The menus are inspired by Founding Chef Guillermo Pernot's culinary travels in Cuba, creating award-winning Nuevo Cuban cuisine served in vibrant patterns and colors reminiscent of Old Havana. Dine, drink, and dance the night away with happy hour on weekdays and DJ dance parties every weekend!
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09/14/2026

Award winning mojitos. $29.75 pitchers. Every Monday from open to close. Available at the bar and the tables. 👍😘🍹

09/10/2026

💃 THURSDAY NIGHTS ARE HOT IN HAVANA!

Introducing Salsa Libre Thursdays at Cuba Libre in Old City — your new weekly excuse to eat, drink and dance your way through Havana.

🔥 FREE salsa lessons starting at 9:30 PM
🎟️ NO COVER
🍹 Drink specials starting at $5
🌙 Late-night bites for $10
🎶 DJ & Dancing after the lesson

No partner? No problem. Never danced salsa? Even better.

Come for dinner. Stay for the lesson. Dance into the night.

Every Thursday at Cuba Libre in Old City 🔔

08/21/2026

Summer’s not over until the rum runs out. 🥃🌴

We’re down to the FINAL TWO WEEKS of Rum Month at Cuba Libre Philadelphia—which feels like a pretty good reason to squeeze a little more Havana into your summer.

Come for the Cuban vibes. Stay for the rum. Pretend September isn’t coming.

☀️ Soak up the last days of summer
🥃 Enjoy $10 rum flights during Rum Month
🌴 Escape to Havana without leaving Old City

Summer goes fast. Rum Month goes even faster.

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08/16/2026

Doing the historic Philly tour? 🇺🇸🔔 Add a little Havana to the itinerary. 🇨🇺

After the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and all those cobblestone streets, make your next stop Cuba Libre for brunch. Tropical cocktails, Cuban-inspired favorites and an Old Havana escape right in the heart of Old City.

Come for the history. Stay for the mojitos. 🍹

08/13/2026

🥊 PHILLY, MEET A UFC CHAMP. 🥊

This Friday, UFC flyweight star Brandon Moreno is coming to Cuba Libre in Old City for a special Meet & Greet.🔥🇲🇽

📅 Friday, August 14
⏰ 4:30–5:30 PM
📍 Cuba Libre Philadelphia | 10 S. 2nd Street

Come meet Brandon, grab a photo, then stick around and start your Friday night with us. 🍹💃

Tag your fight crew and we’ll see you in Old City!

Brandon Moreno

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08/03/2026

Celebrate Rum Month in August! 🍹️ Explore our featured Rum Flights, starting at $10, and discover why Cuba Libre is Philly's rum destination.

07/27/2026

Some meals fill you up. This one brings people together. 🔥🐖🇨🇺

Gather around the table for the Great Cuban Freedom Feast—our $30 all-you-can-eat pork feast featuring slow-roasted citrus-marinated pork served with white rice, black beans, jardín salad, and grilled bread.

Want to make it even better?
➕ Add crispy pork chicharrón for $5
🍹 Add a Cuba Libre cocktail for $5

The best part? 10% of proceeds support Cuba Decide, so every meal helps make a difference.

Great food is even better when it’s shared—and when it gives back. Join us this Monday and experience one of Cuba Libre’s most meaningful traditions.

Reserve your table today.

07/21/2026

You made us Philly’s favorite mojito… five years running. 💚

Now we’re asking for your support once again.

Whether you’ve celebrated birthdays, started date nights, toasted with friends, or simply escaped to Havana for a few hours—we’d be honored to earn your vote.

✨ Vote once a day through August 31.
📍 Find Cuba Libre under Best Mojito and Happy Hour.

Let’s keep this tradition going together. 🍃🍹

07/13/2026

The Fourth of July may be over, but the America250 celebration is just getting started. 🇺🇸🇨🇺

Keep the celebration going with our $50 EAT250 Prix Fixe Tasting Menu, available now through Labor Day at Cuba Libre Philadelphia.

Enjoy three courses of Cuban-inspired favorites like Cubano Pork Belly, Ropa Vieja or Lechón Asado, then finish with Tres Leches Cake or Cuban Flan—plus your choice of a Classic Mojito, beer, wine, sangria, or zero-proof cocktail.

It’s the perfect excuse to plan another night out in Old City before summer ends.

Reserve your table today.

07/09/2026

From the bottom of our hearts, we want send a huge THANK YOU to everyone who dined with us in June and helped us raise funds for CORE - a national nonprofit providing financial assistance to food & beverage service workers with children during times of crises, including medical emergencies, natural disasters, or the loss of a loved one.

Because of your generosity, we raised more than $19,000 for CORE! These funds will help so many restaurant families in need, and we're so grateful for your support!

07/06/2026

We’ve spent five years earning the title.

Now it’s your turn to taste why.

Celebrate National Mojito Day with our award-winning Classic Mojito for just $1.

📍Old City
🕛 Noon–4PM
📅 Saturday, July 11

And don’t forget that every Monday we have our mojitos on special. Pitchers are just $29.75 and available all day at the tables and the bar. 🍹

Address

10 S. 2nd Street
Pasadena, TX
19106

If you are coming from the north of Philadelphia, take I-95 South until Exit 20. Continue on Delaware Avenue and turn left onto Spruce Street. Turn right onto S 2nd Street, and the restaurant will be on your left.

For those using public transport, take the Market-Frankford Line to 2nd Street Station or Route 57 bus to Front St & Lombard St Stop. From there, walk two blocks east towards S 2nd Street.

If driving, there are several paid parking options nearby, including a lot at 200 Lombard St or street parking along S 2nd Street and surrounding roads. Just remember to check for any posted parking restrictions before leaving your car.

Opening Hours

Monday	4pm - 9pm
Tuesday	4pm - 9pm
Wednesday	4pm - 9pm
Thursday	4pm - 9pm
Friday	4pm - 2am
Saturday	12pm - 2am
Sunday	12pm - 9pm

Website

https://cubalibrerestaurant.com/en/philadelphia

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What people say

If you're looking for a dining destination that offers a unique and unforgettable experience, look no further than Philadelphia's Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar. This award-winning restaurant and bar boasts an impressive menu of Nuevo Cuban cuisine, inspired by the culinary travels of Founding Chef Guillermo Pernot in Cuba.

The ambiance at Cuba Libre is truly one-of-a-kind, with open-air tropical vibes and Latin rhythms that transport you straight to Old Havana. The vibrant patterns and colors throughout the restaurant add to the immersive experience, making you feel like you've traveled to Cuba without ever leaving Philadelphia.

In addition to the delicious food and lively atmosphere, Cuba Libre also offers a Happy Hour Monday through Friday and a DJ dance party every weekend. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends, Cuba Libre has something for everyone.

Overall, if you're searching for an unforgettable dining experience in Philadelphia, look no further than Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar on S 2nd Street.