A Family’s Legacy: Padrino’s Cuban Restaurant Reimagines Its Hallandale Beach Location
The Hallandale Beach location of Padrino’s Cuban Restaurant, a family-owned boutique chain, has undergone a makeover, blending the old with the new. The third generation of the family, led by Director of Sales and Marketing Laura Padrino Corredoria, spearheaded the project to refresh the decor and menu.
The Design
Corredoria, who has been involved in the design process, aimed to create a unique visual identity for each location. "I have made all of them really different, and that is because I don’t want them to feel like a chain. I always say we’re a collection, not a chain, because we have multiple locations, but we’re also family owned, and we have control over everything, so they’re all slightly different," she explains.
The Hallandale Beach location now features a bright and fun atmosphere with a tropical-themed mural and a half-wall constructed from over 150 cigar-box lids, adding a touch of whimsy to the space.
The Food
The menu has undergone some tweaks, but the core recipes remain unchanged. "It’s super important to us that we prioritize the recipes," Corredoria emphasizes. "They are my grandmother’s recipes. We do not mess with them. They have been the same for 50 years. People like to think of restaurants as chef-led. I say ours are recipe-led. So these are 50-year, time-tested recipes that we would be foolish to mess with at all."
Some new additions include the Cha Cha Chicken Sandwich, which features caramelized onions, mozzarella cheese, and cilantro aioli, and the Tres Leches Cake, which now comes with a selection of toppings.
The Bar
The newly remodeled location also features a contemporary full-service bar, offering handcrafted mojitos and cocktails. The idea is to provide customers with a one-stop-shop for food and drink.
Conclusion
Padrino’s Cuban Restaurant has successfully reimagined its Hallandale Beach location, blending tradition with modernity. The third generation of the family has brought a fresh perspective while maintaining the core values that have made the restaurant a beloved institution.
FAQs
Q: What inspired the remodel of the Hallandale Beach location?
A: The third generation of the family, led by Director of Sales and Marketing Laura Padrino Corredoria, aimed to refresh the decor and menu, while maintaining the core recipes and values.
Q: What changes have been made to the menu?
A: The menu has undergone some tweaks, including the addition of new items like the Cha Cha Chicken Sandwich and the Tres Leches Cake with a selection of toppings.
Q: What inspired the creation of the bar?
A: The idea is to provide customers with a one-stop-shop for food and drink, offering handcrafted mojitos and cocktails.
Q: What sets Padrino’s Cuban Restaurant apart from other restaurants?
A: The restaurant’s commitment to its 50-year-old recipes, family ownership, and attention to detail set it apart from other establishments.
