Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar brings Puerto Rican cooking to Sheridan Park, working from recipes and techniques rooted in the island's culinary traditions rather than following trends. The kitchen, led by Chef Eric, builds its menu around dishes like mofongo, arroz con gandules made with house-crafted sofrito, and twice-fried tostones served with house-made accompaniments. Desserts follow the same line, including cheesecake rolls finished with guava or seasonal fruit.
The bar plays a supporting role to the food, built around a Caribbean-rooted, rum-forward drink program that gives the restaurant its name. The restaurant sources from local purveyors and has become known in the neighborhood as a hidden gem — tucked into a strip mall storefront but drawing a loyal following for its cooking, cocktails, and welcoming, culturally grounded atmosphere.
The bar plays a supporting role to the food, built around a Caribbean-rooted, rum-forward drink program that gives the restaurant its name. The restaurant sources from local purveyors and has become known in the neighborhood as a hidden gem — tucked into a strip mall storefront but drawing a loyal following for its cooking, cocktails, and welcoming, culturally grounded atmosphere.