Passion Fruit Prime — Richmond, VA
Events & Experiences
Every Night, Something Extraordinary.
From weekly Jazz Nights and Steel Pan Brunch to intimate Rum Dinners and Liberian Heritage Celebrations — Passion Fruit Prime is Richmond's most vibrant culinary event destination.
Event Calendar
What's On at Passion Fruit Prime
Our events calendar runs year-round — weekly recurring experiences, monthly specialty dinners, and seasonal celebrations. Every event is designed to be unforgettable.
Jazz Night
Steel Pan Brunch
Rum Dinner
Chef Counter
Wine Dinner
Liberian Heritage Dinner
Thanksgiving Celebration
Christmas Eve Dinner
New Year's Eve Gala
Weekly & Monthly
Recurring Experiences
Our signature recurring events — designed to become the rituals your week is built around.
Jazz Nights
Every Friday · 7pm – 11pm
Live jazz every Friday evening — featuring Richmond's finest jazz musicians alongside visiting artists from New York, New Orleans, and the Caribbean. Our Jazz Nights set the tone for the weekend: sophisticated, soulful, and deeply alive. Guests enjoy our full dinner menu and Rum Vault selections throughout the performance.
No cover — reservation recommended
What to Expect
- Full dinner service during performance
- Rum Vault & cocktail bar open
- Featured artist spotlight each week
- Occasional special guest performers
Steel Pan Brunch
Every Saturday & Sunday · 11am – 3pm
Live steel pan music every Saturday and Sunday — the sound of the Caribbean filling our dining room as guests enjoy bottomless cocktails and our full brunch menu. The most joyful morning in Richmond. Three bottomless tiers available: Rum Punch, Cocktails, or Champagne.
From $65/person
What to Expect
- Live steel pan performance
- Three bottomless tiers available
- Full Caribbean brunch menu
- Private brunch events available
Rum Dinners
Second Thursday of each month · 7pm – 10pm
A six-course dinner where every dish is paired with a curated rum expression from the Rum Vault — guided by our resident rum sommelier. Each Rum Dinner explores a different theme: a specific Caribbean island, a distillery deep-dive, a vintage vertical, or a rum-and-food pairing philosophy. Limited to 24 guests.
From $145/person
What to Expect
- Six-course tasting menu
- Six rum pairings (one per course)
- Sommelier narration throughout
- Limited to 24 guests — book early
Chef Counter Events
Every Saturday · 6pm & 8:30pm seatings
Our signature 8-seat Chef Counter experience — watch Dr. Beatrice Salandy and her team craft each course in real time, with live commentary on the cultural stories behind every dish. The most intimate dining experience in Richmond. Two seatings available each Saturday. Book well in advance.
From $185/person
What to Expect
- 8-seat counter — fully immersive
- Live chef commentary throughout
- Custom tasting menu (6–8 courses)
- Two seatings: 6pm & 8:30pm
Special Events
Seasonal & Signature
Our special events are the moments that define the year — deeply cultural, meticulously crafted, and always sold out.
Liberian Heritage Dinners
Four times a year, we host a special Liberian Heritage Dinner — a deep dive into the culinary traditions of Liberia and West Africa, presented by Dr. Beatrice Salandy with guest speakers, cultural programming, and a menu that honors the full richness of Liberian food culture. These evenings are part dinner, part education, part celebration.
- Liberian-focused tasting menu
- Cultural presentation by Dr. Salandy
- Guest speakers from the Liberian community
- Traditional music and storytelling
Holiday Events
Our holiday events are among the most sought-after reservations in Richmond — special menus, live entertainment, and the full Passion Fruit Prime experience elevated for the occasion. Each holiday event is designed around the season, the culture, and the joy of gathering.
- Special holiday tasting menus
- Live entertainment
- Custom cocktail programs
- Private event options available
Wine Dinners
A curated wine dinner featuring a five-course menu paired with selections from our wine cellar — guided by our sommelier. Each Wine Dinner focuses on a specific region, producer, or varietal, exploring how wine interacts with Caribbean and Liberian cuisine in unexpected and delightful ways.
- Five-course tasting menu
- Five wine pairings
- Sommelier-guided tasting notes
- Limited to 20 guests
Corporate Events
Private corporate events at Passion Fruit Prime — from intimate executive dinners to full restaurant buyouts. We handle every detail: custom menus, AV setup, branded cocktails, and a dedicated events coordinator. The most impressive corporate dining experience in Richmond.
- Full restaurant buyout available
- Custom menus & branded cocktails
- AV & presentation setup
- Dedicated events coordinator
Private Events
Host Your Event at Passion Fruit Prime
Our private dining rooms and full restaurant buyout are available for corporate events, celebrations, fundraisers, and any occasion that deserves the Passion Fruit Prime experience. Our events team handles every detail — from custom menus to entertainment to décor.
Up to 120 guests
Capacity
3 available
Private Rooms
Every event
Custom Menus
Rum Vault access
Full Bar
Reserve Your Experience
Our most popular events sell out weeks in advance. Reserve early to secure your table — especially for Chef Counter Saturdays, Rum Dinners, and Holiday Events.