Bolo
Day 1: 5-Course Progressive Puerto Rican Tasting Series
Opened in the spring of 2023, this Caribbean-inspired eatery near Rittenhouse Square vaulted right onto Resy’s “Hit List,” Condé Nast Traveler’s “Best in Philly” List, and Time Out’s “24 Best Philly Restaurants” List.Moreover, Chef/Owner Yun Fuentes was named a James Beard Award Semi-Finalist for “Best Emerging Chef.” A Puerto Rico native, Chef Flores was the chef de cuisine at Tinto and Village Whiskey and the executive chef at Alma De Cuba. Now, in a home of his own, he is turning out dishes like pan-seared chicken breast served over saffron rice with cheese, corn, and peas) vaca frita (skirt steak, black beans, sweet plantains, tomato escabeche) and salmon a la parrilla (grilled salmon, tamarind glaze, quinoa salad with grilled pineapple) that is a stunning validation of an often neglected cuisine. “The joyful Latinx energy is infectious at this beautiful restaurant…irresistible… No wonder every night at Bolo feels like a celebration,” raves Philadelphia Inquirer. Naturally, we are pumped to visit and chat with Chef Fuentes about Puerto Rican food. Join us!
About the Host:
Yun Fuentes
Chef/Owner
A Puerto Rican native, Chef Yun Fuentes was working as the culinary director for Milkboy when he met Bolo business partners Jamie Lokoff and Tommy Joyner. Prior to Bolo, he honed his craft at Tinto and Village Whiskey, Alma De Cuba, and Patria (under renowned Chef Douglas Rodriguez).
The Lineup
For this event’s dietary restriction accommodation policy, see the Event FAQs below. Some courses have been marked spicy at this event.
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Caribbean Red Snapper Nikkei
key lime ponzu, serrano, scallion, sesame oil, garlic chips
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Cuban Black Bean Dumplings
steamed glass dumplings, salsa macha, recaito dashi
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Boronía de Plátano
day boat scallop pincho, ibérico lardo, marcona almond, date, green beans, sofrito purée
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Vaca Frita
skirt steak, pickled red onion, rice, black beans, tomato escabeche, avocado
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Flan de Queso
candied papaya
Bolo
2025 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Event FAQs
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to [email protected].
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event, the restaurant WILL be providing substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Dairy, Gluten, Fish, Shellfish, Mushrooms, and Nuts. The restaurant WILL NOT be able to accommodate the following restrictions/allergies: Alliums. Please also note, the restaurant will not be able to make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know.
