About Us

Omar Figueroa splits his time between running businesses in Puerto Rico and Central Florida. He co-founded Black Coffee/Café Negro Bistro at 761 N. Orange Ave. with Univision personality and longtime friend, Jose Figueroa. While they are not related, Jose said they may as well be. “I began working with Omar’s father about 10 years ago as spokesperson for his rental car business in Puerto Rico,” he said. “We have so many common interests, including a strong connection to family.”

Among their shared passions is coffee and the restaurant industry. The idea for a business began brewing soon after Jose moved to Florida in 2022. “I’ve been in the entertainment business for more than 20 years, so publicity and marketing are my strengths. Omar has been a business owner for many years, so we combined our experience to share something we love.” The timing of their venture also coincided with the availability of a prime location.

The former Winter Park Fish Company suffered a two-year construction-related closing followed by a change in management that closed the business in July of 2024. Jose and Omar acquired the property soon after it went on the market and started a four-month renovation that retained much of the former dining area and rearranged the kitchen to the specifications of head chef, Jafed Luciano. While the owners are fans of traditional Puerto Rican dishes, Jose said the menu is meant to have a wider appeal with a blend of traditional breakfast and brunch options and an inventive beverage selection by mixologist, Daniel Enrique.