Last month, owner Laura Sachs signed a five-year lease with the New Hope Lodge Partners, the new owners of the New Hope Lodge, ensuring that New Hope’s only dedicated LGBTQ+ establishment will remain a vibrant part of the community.
New Hope Lodge Partners are also the owners of the Anna & Bel boutique motel in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood. The current New Hope Lodge is undergoing a complete renovation. Plans will incorporate the quiet elegance and creative atmosphere that has made Anna & Bel a popular destination.
Guest rooms are being redesigned and upgraded. During renovations, the Cub Room will remain open.
The Cub Room will be expanding its footprint with the addition of a new greenhouse-style dining room and new restroom facilities. The new kitchen will be relocated adjacent to the current bar area, allowing the chef and culinary team to deliver an enhanced dining experience with greater efficiency and expanded menu offerings.
The improvements are designed to elevate the comfort of guests and the overall quality of service, said Sachs, while preserving the welcoming atmosphere that has made The Cub Room a favorite LGBTQ+ destination in the New Hope area.
Over the past four years, The Cub Room has evolved from a small neighborhood bar into a full-service restaurant and cocktail destination. Today, guests enjoy specialty cocktails, a popular happy hour, and a variety of entertainment offerings, including piano bar evenings, live musicians, and monthly tea dances held at the outdoor bar.
“I am thrilled to have secured a five-year lease that ensures The Cub Room will continue to serve New Hope and the surrounding region for years to come,” said Sachs. “This is not only an opportunity to preserve an important tradition, but also a responsibility that I take very seriously. For me, The Cub Room is more than a restaurant and bar — it’s a community gathering place and a safe haven where people can be themselves. I remain deeply committed to serving the entire New Hope community while continuing to support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community that has helped make this area so special. I look forward to building on that legacy and creating an even more welcoming experience for future generations.”
