Paradise Island, The Bahamas (DECEMBER 19, 2024) – A burst of flavor, culture, and creativity has arrived at Paradise Island with the grand opening of Carnivale Bahamas, a Latin fusion eatery that invites guests to “Live a Colorful Life.” The vibrant grand opening showcased a fusion of world-class dining, colorful artistry, and an atmosphere that promises to become a hub for locals and visitors alike.
The Hottest New Restaurant in The Bahamas is Here – Carnivale Opens at Hurricane Hole!🌴🍽️
Carnival Bahamas is strategically located at the Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina, providing an inviting space for patrons to indulge in exquisite cuisine, with breathtaking marina views, exceptional service, and an ambiance unlike any other. The new restaurant, an extension of the highly successful Carnivale Chicago, combines the best of Latin and Bahamian cultures for an unforgettable experience.
Sam Randazzo, General Manager of Carnivale Chicago, shared his excitement about the venture. “Carnival Bahamas brings together good food, good drinks, and a unique energy fueled by vibrant arts and colors. The team has worked hard to create an experience that’s immediately felt the moment you walk in.”
The event featured notable partners and stakeholders, including Sterling Global Advisors, who spearheaded the vision for the Hurricane Hole development. Khaalis Rolle, President of Sterling Global Advisors, highlighted the project’s significance: “When we acquired this property in 2018, our vision was to create a downtown for Paradise Island—a space where people can live, work, and play. Carnivale Bahamas is the centerpiece of this development, bringing culinary delights that enhance the island’s offering.”
This milestone complements the final phase of Paradise Landing’s redevelopment, focusing on establishing a thriving commercial hub featuring retail, office spaces, and restaurants, including Carnivale. Designed to redefine the local landscape, Paradise Landing embodies the vision of a “New Downtown Paradise Island,” offering an unparalleled array of conveniences.
Helming the Carnivale Bahamas culinary team will be a Top Chef Brazil alum, whose talent and creativity are sure to elevate the menu and deliver a dining experience like no other.
Adding a cultural touch, the venue pays homage to Bahamian icon Sir Sidney Poitier, with a stunning mural celebrating his legacy. Many of the artworks, created by local artist Angelika Wallace-Whitfield, incorporate vibrant colors and elements inspired by Bahamian flora. “I wanted to bring a uniquely Bahamian feel to the space while maintaining the playful and colorful branding that defines Carnivale,” said Wallace-Whitfield.
Bill Marovitz, owner of Carnivale Bahamas, expressed his vision for the restaurant: “We want every guest to experience fun, from the moment they walk in, to the moment they leave. With stunning views, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere, Carnivale Bahamas is about creating memorable moments.”
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper lauded the investment. “This $12 million project underscores the confidence investors have in The Bahamas. It has already created hundreds of jobs and promises to attract boaters, locals, and tourists seeking a fresh and dynamic experience outside traditional resort offerings.”
With its unique fusion of Caribbean flavors, artistic flair, and community focus, Carnivale Bahamas is poised to become the premier dining and entertainment destination on Paradise Island.
Sterling Global Financial Limited is a global alternative asset manager focused on real estate, infrastructure, and financial services. Sterling Group has more than 50 years of experience providing clients around the world with a range of services, such as private banking, wealth management, trust services, and real estate development and lending. The Group is also a proud winner of several prestigious awards for its real estate investment funds.
About Carnivale:
Since opening in 2005, Carnivale has established itself as one of the premier dining destinations in Chicago’s West Loop. Enjoy Latin fusion cuisine, exotic cocktails, and one-of-a-kind desserts inspired by the cuisine & culture of Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, South America, and Central America, as well as our passion for travel, art, and design. With a lush interior and original artwork, the Carnivale experience makes every meal a celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Carnivale Bahamas is a Latin fusion restaurant and entertainment venue that opened at Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina on Paradise Island in December 2024. The restaurant represents a $12 million investment and spans 15,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space with seating for over 350 guests. It is the first international sister location of Carnivale Chicago, which has operated in that city's West Loop neighborhood since 2005. The venue was conceived as the centerpiece dining and entertainment anchor of the Paradise Landing redevelopment, designed to serve marina guests, island residents, and visitors from the broader Nassau area.
Carnivale Bahamas serves Latin fusion cuisine with Bahamian cultural and culinary influences woven throughout the menu. The kitchen is led by a Top Chef Brazil alum, whose background brings South American culinary training into dialogue with fresh local Bahamian ingredients. The menu features locally sourced produce and fresh seafood alongside handcrafted cocktails developed for the island setting. The combination of Latin technique with Bahamian flavor profiles creates a distinct regional voice distinct from both the Chicago original and conventional Bahamian dining.
Carnivale Bahamas is designed as a full entertainment destination beyond a conventional restaurant, featuring live music performances, a vibrant atmosphere inspired by Caribbean carnival culture, private event capabilities, and both indoor and outdoor spaces configured for concerts and group gatherings. The venue can host intimate dinners, large private parties, corporate events, and public nights with entertainment programming. The indoor and outdoor flexibility of the 15,000-square-foot layout accommodates a wide range of event formats. For yacht guests at Hurricane Hole, Carnivale represents the most complete dining and entertainment option within walking distance of any berth.
Carnivale Bahamas is owned by Bill Marovitz, who co-owns the original Carnivale Chicago that opened in 2005 and has built that restaurant into one of Chicago's most recognized dining destinations. The Bahamas location is the first international expansion of the Carnivale concept. The restaurant is physically located within the Paradise Landing development, which is owned and operated by Sterling Global Financial Limited. Khaalis Rolle, President of Sterling Global Advisors, described the Carnivale opening as the centerpiece of the Paradise Landing vision to create a new downtown for Paradise Island.
The interior of Carnivale Bahamas features a significant mural celebrating the legacy of Bahamian icon Sir Sidney Poitier, the Academy Award-winning actor who was born in Nassau and who has the Sir Sidney Poitier Bridge named in his honor. Multiple works within the restaurant were created by local Bahamian artist Angelika Wallace-Whitfield, whose designs incorporate vibrant colors and elements inspired by native Bahamian flora. The artistic program was deliberately conceived to anchor the restaurant in Bahamian cultural identity while maintaining the playful, colorful branding that defines the Carnivale concept globally.
At the time of its December 2024 opening, Carnivale Bahamas was reported to have created approximately 200 jobs for Bahamians, a figure noted by Bahamian Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper in his remarks at the opening. The restaurant's employment impact was cited as evidence of the confidence international investors have in The Bahamas as a destination for new development. The broader Paradise Landing development around Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina has created additional employment through the marina itself, Sawyer's Fresh Market, 700 Wines and Spirits, and other component businesses.
Reservations at Carnivale Bahamas can be arranged through the marina's concierge team for guests docked at Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina, or by contacting the restaurant directly. The marina's concierge service handles dining reservations alongside other activities, transportation, and onshore arrangements for marina guests. Given the restaurant's capacity of over 350 guests and the variety of event spaces available, both walk-in and reservation dining should be assessed based on the occasion and party size. The restaurant is located steps from the marina docks, making it a highly convenient dining option for any vessel docked at Hurricane Hole.
Carnivale Bahamas is designed with a deliberately vivid and energetic atmosphere that sets it apart from the more understated tone of many marina-adjacent dining options. The colorful Bahamian artwork, the Latin musical program, the open indoor-outdoor flow, and the marina waterfront views combine to create a setting that is festive without being formulaic. The general manager of Carnivale Chicago described the concept as delivering food, drinks, and an energy that guests feel immediately on entering. For yacht crews looking for a memorable evening ashore after a passage, Carnivale offers an experience calibrated to celebration rather than convention.
Asian Grill is Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina's dockside bar and grill, serving as the casual, immediate food and beverage option for marina guests. The menu includes bar snacks, grill items, and drinks available dockside with direct views of the marina and the water. For grab-and-go meals, the deli counter at Sawyer's Fresh Market in Paradise Landing offers prepared sandwiches, rotisserie options, and other ready-to-eat items. 700 Wines and Spirits provides wine and spirits with dockside delivery for vessel provisioning. Carnivale Bahamas adds the full-service upscale dining and entertainment tier to this suite of options at Paradise Landing.
Carnivale Chicago is a Latin fusion restaurant and event venue that has operated in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood since 2005. It is known for its celebratory atmosphere, Latin-inspired cuisine, extensive cocktail program, and large-scale event hosting capability. The restaurant's co-owner Bill Marovitz developed the Carnivale Bahamas concept as the first international expansion of the brand, retaining the Latin cultural core while specifically incorporating Bahamian ingredients, artwork, and cultural influences. The opening of Carnivale Bahamas in December 2024 marked the arrival of an internationally established dining brand to Paradise Island for the first time.
