Meet Robert Rivani, the larger-than-life commercial real estate titan and president of Black Lion. With his jet-black bushy Mohawk, matching beard, and buff physique, Rivani stands big in every way possible. Recently, he acquired a 13,634-square-foot ground-floor space at the prestigious SLS Brickell Hotel and Residences in Miami. Rivani had a grand vision for this space – he wanted to bring in a top international name to anchor the building and elevate the city’s dining scene. That’s when he turned to Grupo RosaNegra, a renowned restaurant group based in Mexico.
RosaNegra is no stranger to visitors in Mexico’s most popular destinations like Tulum, Cabo, and Cancun. Rivani, a 33-year-old who made a fortune selling vintage sneakers in his teens, has already established a strong presence in the Miami nightlife scene and with the Accor-owned SLS brand. Gekko, a Japanese-inspired restaurant at the SLS LUX Brickell Hotel & Residences, has become a hot spot nearby. Notably, Gekko counts Puerto Rican hip-hop sensation Bad Bunny among its investors.
For Rivani, choosing the right partner for the space at 1300 S. Miami Ave. was crucial. Collaborating with a recognized and beloved brand like RosaNegra was a natural choice. Rivani acknowledges the importance of having a reputable name on the ground floor of a building and believes that RosaNegra is the perfect fit.
Previously, the space housed a José Andrés restaurant, which surprisingly closed, leaving it empty for a while. Rivani recognizes the negative impact of vacant spaces on property prices and aims to bring in someone who will add value to the property. He believes that RosaNegra’s arrival will not only benefit the building and the neighborhood but also the residents of the SLS who can now enjoy a top restaurant right on their doorstep.
RosaNegra’s culinary offerings, which draw inspiration from Mexico, Peru, Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia, are known for their high quality. The Miami location, set to open in spring 2024, is currently in the design and planning phase. The restaurant will feature a unique design inspired by the RosaNegra brand, with an interior space of 1,400 square feet and an outdoor area of 4,634 square feet. Alongside delectable cuisine, RosaNegra will also offer an extensive cocktail menu and live music programming to create a vibrant club atmosphere.
Rivani’s Black Lion portfolio boasts over $200 million in acquisitions across South Florida, including various high-profile restaurant tenants. These include Philippe by Philippe Chow, Catch Miami Beach, Amara at Paraiso, Wynwood Jungle, GAIA, and Delilah. According to Rivani, RosaNegra will complement, rather than compete with, his other restaurant clients in Brickell.
Originally from Los Angeles, Rivani fell in love with South Florida and made it his home during the pandemic. His wife, Krystal, who also works at Black Lion, fully supports the decision to bring RosaNegra to Miami, especially since she is from Mexico herself.
Overall, Rivani’s ambitious vision to transform the ground-floor space at the SLS Brickell Hotel and Residences into a vibrant RosaNegra restaurant demonstrates his dedication to creating exceptional experiences and enhancing the value of properties. With the addition of RosaNegra, Miami’s dining scene is set to reach new heights.
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