If you’re planning a trip to The Bahamas—and especially to the luxurious Baha Mar resort—you’ll want to bring your appetite. Baha Mar has just debuted its newest culinary gem, Leola, an elevated Italian restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Scott Conant. Now open at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, Leola brings soulful Italian cooking, glamorous design, and Conant’s signature warm hospitality to one of the Caribbean’s top dining destinations.
Conant, a two-time James Beard Award winner and familiar face from TV and cookbooks, has long been part of Baha Mar’s culinary family. With Leola, he raises the bar once again, offering a dining experience that blends refined technique with comforting, heartfelt flavors—an approach he describes as “warm, soulful, and rooted in connection.”
A Space Inspired by a 1920s Italian Speakeasy
Step inside Leola and you’re immediately transported. Curated by RH, the 8,800-square-foot restaurant feels like a glamorous escape to old-world Italy: plush velvet seating, gilded accents, ornate chandeliers, and the soft glow of ambient lighting. It’s elegant without being stuffy, polished yet inviting—perfect for date nights, group dinners, or a special vacation splurge.
The restaurant features a 106-seat dining room, a spacious 130-seat outdoor terrace overlooking the resort, two beautiful bars, and even a private dining room for more intimate celebrations.
Soulful Italian Dishes with Modern Flair
Leola’s menu reads like a love letter to classic Italian flavors—elevated through Conant’s refined style and passion for seasonal ingredients. Highlights include:
- Leola Antipasto with imported charcuterie, cheeses, and accompaniments
- 100-Layer Eggplant Parmigiana with bright pomodoro and basil
- Farro & Vegetable Risotto with short rib ragu “Genovese style” and horseradish agliata
- Rigatoni with jumbo lump crab and Calabrian chili bottarga pangrattato
- Pasta al Pomodoro, a Conant signature
- Foie Gras Tortelli in traditional balsamico
- Veal Parmigiano for the table, served with four-cheese fonduta, burrata, and basil salad (feeds 4–6)
Every dish balances rustic, comforting Italian flavors with an elevated culinary touch—making the menu both familiar and exciting.
A Beverage Program Worth Savoring
Wine lovers will appreciate the thoughtful Old World-leaning wine list, including standout Italian Barolo vintages. Cocktail fans will find plenty to explore too, thanks to a robust menu blending timeless classics with modern creations.
Where to Find Leola at Baha Mar
Leola sits on the casino level of the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, joining the resort’s standout culinary lineup that includes Marcus Samuelsson’s Marcus at Baha Mar Fish + Chop House, Daniel Boulud’s Café Boulud, Dario Cecchini’s Carna, and the recently opened Jon Batiste’s Jazz Club.
For travelers looking to combine sun-soaked luxury with world-class dining, Leola adds yet another reason Baha Mar continues to be one of the Caribbean’s most exciting culinary destinations.
For more information on Baha Mar, visit: www.bahamar.com