Rumfish y Vino

Rumfish y Vino is known as the “Cheers” of Placencia which is an accurate reflection of the friendly, comfortable atmosphere created by Pamela and John Solomon who opened this stylish bar and gastro pub in November of 2008 mere months after honeymooning in Placencia and falling in love with the place. Timid, they are not. Nor is their eatery. Pamela says their menu has a bit of an identity crisis but that’s the way they like it. Stop in for fish and chips made with fresh-caught, beer-battered barracuda and a spicy, orange-and- jalapeno-infused Margarita. Or enjoy a bottle of Refosco (Pam and John import their own wine) with smoked chicken liver pâté followed by a seafood cassoulet or plantain crusted snook in a Thai chile lime broth. The soundtrack runs the gamut from lilting Bossa Nova to Jack Johnson. It’s a welcoming hang-out that’s ready for the festive foodie crowd but offers a romantic back patio as well.