Philadelphia, PA - Hugo’s Frog Bar & Chop House is a member of Chicago-based Gibsons Restaurant Group, which has operated Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse in its hometown for more than two decades. Now with 13 locations, Gibsons is the only restaurant group in the country to have its own USDA Prime Angus beef certification, which Hugo’s will serve at Rivers Casino.
Hugo’s Frog Bar & Chop House is Gibsons’ first and only Philadelphia restaurant. “Attracting an exclusive, world-class restauranteur like Gibsons to Rivers Casino is a great win for our casino and for Philadelphia,” said Wendy Hamilton, Rivers Casino general manager. “The Gibsons brand is famous for its exceptional food and extraordinary service, and we are delighted that Hugo has leaped into Philly’s casino.”
Hugo’s Frog Bar & Chop House will be located in the northwest corner on the first floor of Rivers Casino’s expanded property. The combined seating in the bar and dining rooms will accommodate more than 300 guests. Stylistically, Hugo’s marries a classic steakhouse with contemporary design and seamlessly blends upscale and casual.
“Our customers are like family, and what better place to have an extended family than in the City of Brotherly Love,” said Steve Lombardo, Gibson's principal. “We’re thrilled to bring Gibsons’ core values of hospitality, quality and value to Philadelphia.”
Exclusive to Rivers Casino: Hugo’s Unveils the “Philly Cut”
As part of its extensive menu, Hugo’s will serve USDA Gibsons Prime Angus beef, which is aged for 50 days and cooked in a 1,800-degree infrared broiler. This gives the steak a thin, charred crust to help seal in the natural juices.
The “Philly Cut” is a 12-ounce rib eye cap, topped with smoked provolone, crispy shallots and fried herbs. The Philly Cut will be served only at Hugo’s new Rivers Casino location.
“We’re excited to bring an unmatched level of beef quality to a city that is steeped in steak history, from cheesesteaks to porterhouse,” said Hugo’s Philadelphia General Manager Jeff Cybulski. “We know the city will be sweet on our new Rivers Casino Philly Cut 12-ounce steak, as well as the quality, service, and atmosphere that are central to Hugo’s experience.”
Rivers Casino Multipurpose Event Center Serves Up a Surprise
When the Rivers Casino expansion opens at year-end, event planners will also have a new venue with a surprising new menu.
Gibsons Restaurant Group will be the exclusive caterer for the casino’s new, second-floor multipurpose event space. The 30,000-square-foot addition, with its floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic views of the riverfront and the Ben Franklin Bridge, will feature GRG's entire menu.
The elegant space will be tailor-made for corporate events, wedding receptions, and black-tie galas—with free parking for all attendees.
About USDA Gibsons Prime Angus Beef
USDA Gibsons Prime Angus beef is sourced from a carefully selected list of sustainable farms in the Upper Midwest. Cattle raised in this region are far superior in taste, tenderness, and consistency.
Gibson's beef comes from cattle that are raised, fed, and processed to Gibsons’ strict specifications, setting Gibson's offerings apart from all other commodity prime beef programs.
In addition to Gibsons USDA-certified steaks and chops, Hugo’s menu offers fresh seafood, featuring lobster tails, king crab legs, oysters, and a variety of fish.
Hugo also boasts an extensive wine and cocktail list and impressive signature desserts, all while serving full lunch and dinner menus daily.
