Aruba Restaurants
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1. Agave Mexican Cuisine
$$ | |Named after the plant tequila is derived from, this welcome addition to Aruba’s culinary scene is dedicated to showcasing authentic Mesoamerican flavors inspired by diverse regions like Oaxaca. Familiar-sounding dishes like tacos, tostadas, enchiladas, and fajitas come full of surprises like braised octopus, beef tongue, chorizo, and cotija cheese, and they also do a mean vegan taco. Signature cocktails are also creative with surprisingly authentic Mexican twists. The stand-alone bar and the restaurant are open to the public and resort guests, but reservations are recommended for dining.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd 230, Noord, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-586--3600Known For
- Creative Mesoamerican-inspired specialties
- Delicious desserts like salted caramel churros and tres leches cake with a twist
- Mixologists creating personal signature concoctions for guests
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Wed., Fri., and Sun. No lunch -
2. Azia Restaurant Lounge
$$$$ | |Secreted away just off the main Palm Beach strip, seek out the hidden Buddha to find the twinkling lights that lead to an absolutely enchanting upscale Asian-fusion emporium with stunning decor and Aruba’s longest bar. Enjoy an eclectic selection of dim sum, sushi, and creative meat and seafood dishes that can be paired with sake, Japanese beer, and whiskey or a killer handcrafted cocktail from their expert mixologists. Vegan menu options are available, and they deliver, too.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 348, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-586–0088Known For
- Great for groups as it seats 350 and has excellent shareables
- Semiprivate room for up to 12 people is unique to the island
- Excellent sushi
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3. Barefoot
$$$$ | |One of Aruba's most popular toes-in-the-sand spots (even their indoor dining has sand on the floor), it's all about creative international fusion cuisine, comprehensive upscale wine choices, and superb signature cocktails in an ultimate barefoot-luxury setting. The sunset views are always spectacular.
L. G. Smith Blvd. 1, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-588–9824Known For
- Romantic toes-in-the-sand dining
- Creative fusions like lobster-cappuccino bisque
- Great service and consistent quality fare
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Rate Includes: No lunch, Reservations essential -
4. Bistro De Suikertuin
$$ | |This charming bistro dining spot is the quintessential meeting place for those seeking great signature cocktails, creative tapas, quality coffee, and healthy lunch options. They also offer a full dinner menu, with dishes that range from chicken cordon bleu to beef tenderloin with Dutch potatoes. Suikertuin means “sugar garden” in Dutch, and this spot is so named for the yellow sugar birds that frequent the courtyard behind the historic colonial heritage house.
Wilhelminastraat 64, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-582–6322Known For
- Elegant royal high tea and high wine services
- Aruban and Indonesian dishes like keshi yena and nasi goreng
- Lovely shaded courtyard with big tables for group socializing
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
5. Bohemian
$$$$ | |Secreted away near the Barceló resort you’ll find a hip, laid-back tropical oasis of tiki-style huts and “bohemian” escapes with a focus on French and world cuisine, sometimes with a local Caribbean twist. It’s well worth seeking out for the cool vibe and eclectic choice of fare, ranging from raclette or ginger-and-honey duck to braised lamb or paella, with some creative vegetarian and vegan options thrown in. Weekdays are typically a soul-soothing experience with soft live music and low-key events, but Friday and Saturday nights are all about electro-lounge dance parties. Service is first-rate and fun.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 83, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-280-8448Known For
- Fresh mussels flown in from Holland when available
- House-made foie gras and excellent charcuterie and cheese plates
- First-rate trendy bar and craft cocktails
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Rate Includes: No lunch -
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6. Brutto Aruba
$$$$ | |Seeking to capture the quintessential hip experience, Brutto is trendy on steroids—think cocktails served in biodegradable plastic baggies with rubber duckies floating in them or grilled octopus millefeuille. But even though it's billed as Asian-modern fusion, they will appeal to the less adventurous with mains like glazed short ribs or Fish, Chips and More Chips. You can also order some pasta from their sister restaurant, Trattoria Lucca, next door. But it’s the open-kitchen sushi bar, live DJ, and cool vibe here that draws most people; they stay open till midnight. Later, hop into their glam dance club, The Office, under the same roof.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 374, Noord, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-280--2463Known For
- A la carte Boozy Brunch all-day Saturday and Sunday
- Excellent sushi and raw bar
- Interesting shareables and killer craft cocktails
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Rate Includes: No lunch Mon.--Sat. -
7. Casa Nonna
$$$$ | |The cheery Ritz-Carlton breakfast spot known as Solanio takes on a whole new identity in the evenings as it transforms into Casa Nonna (meaning "grandmother's house"), dedicated to serving up authentic Italian cuisine. Service is exquisite (they even have a cocktail cart), and you can taste the care put into the handmade pastas and sauces. Don't miss the Mediterranean sea bass or grilled octopus for that real Italian coastal flavor, too. Snag a table outside to catch spectacular sunsets and soft live music by the firepit.
L. G. Smith Blvd. 107, Noord, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-527–2222Known For
- Authentic house-made pastas and sauces
- Mediterranean comfort food, sometimes with a fusion twist
- Good selection of gluten-free options
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Thurs. -
8. Casibari Cafe
$$ | |The bizarre rock formations at Casibari, which may make you feel as if you've dropped into Fred and Wilma Flintstone's dining room, make a great backdrop to this casual, offbeat restaurant, where wood-fired barbecue is king. Your generously portioned meal will be fire grilled under the stars, always accompanied by delicious sides that include coleslaw, Caribbean rice, and Casibari beans. Seating is strictly alfresco. After dark, the rocks are playfully illuminated for the nighttime crowd—this is a regular stop for the Kukoo Kunuku party bus dinner tour.
Paradera, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-586–1775Known For
- <PRO>offbeat alfresco atmosphere</PRO>
- <PRO>hearty portions of grilled meats like barbecue ribs</PRO>
- <PRO> authentic Aruban dishes like stew and keshi yena (they even have a vegetarian version)</PRO>
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
9. Cuba's Cookin'
$$$ | |This red-hot landmark establishment in the heart of Renaissance Marketplace specializes in traditional Havana specialties and is the only spot on Aruba where you can enjoy an authentic Cuban sandwich for lunch. There's even a surprisingly good selection of gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan fare on offer. The atmosphere is fun and friendly, and the location is ideal for people-watching along the seaport marina. Their boast of having the best mojitos in town is a fair claim, and they also have a mojito-to-go kiosk if you want to judge for yourself before committing to dining there.
L. G. Smith Blvd. 82, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-588–0627Known For
- Melt-in-your-mouth ropa vieja (Cuba's national skirt steak dish)
- Hot live music and alfresco dancing seven nights a week
- An impressive selection of original Cuban art
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10. Da Vinci Ristorante
$$$$ | |Don’t let the rustic decor fool you: this is not your average Italian resort eatery, though it's an inviting choice for large groups. Da Vinci pulls out all the stops to present a seriously upscale, authentic, and creative menu of Mediterranean favorites. Tucked away in the Holiday Inn, it’s well worth seeking out for killer incarnations of osso buco, homemade pastas, and seafood served Italian-style, plus great vegan options. There's also a fabulous wine room with a surprisingly comprehensive selection of vintages from around the world. It's family-friendly, too, with a kids' menu and big communal tables for groups. Dining at Da Vinci Ristorante is included in the resort's all-inclusive program.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 230, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-586–3600Known For
- Creative Italian fare
- Excellent wine cellar
- Family-friendly yet upscale atmosphere
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
11. Elements
$$$$ | |A stellar spot with stunning seaside views, this strictly adults-only dining spot embodies the resort's global reputation for promoting green living and a healthy lifestyle. The wide-ranging menu of internationally flavored dishes includes many organic, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices that use locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. The popular authentic Aruban and Caribbean lunch and dinner buffet is offered Monday--Saturday.
L. G. Smith Blvd. 55B, Eagle Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-583–1100Known For
- A la carte Sunday brunch
- Authentic Aruban and Caribbean buffet
- Romantic surfside atmosphere with private prix-fixe palapa dining
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Rate Includes: Reservations essential, Credit cards only, no cash -
12. Fireson Brewing Company
$$ | |If you’re seeking something more pubby than clubby, sleuth out this casual and comforting spot tucked away on The Cove Mall's far corner, facing the Holiday Inn parking lot. It’s all about the beer and the bites here, as Fireson offers up their own craft beer and authentic Aruban comfort food like funchi fries with cheese, croquettes, and empanadas (pastechi's close cousin). They also serve homemade Angus burgers, lots of styles of wings, tacos, and quesadillas. This is Aruba’s first microbrewery, so it’s more about the beer than the fare, as good as it is, and these folks are fun, friendly, and really know their brews.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd 230, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-565--8209Known For
- Excellent craft beer
- Comfort-food pub fare
- Shareable plates for four to six people
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No lunch -
13. Flying Fishbone
$$$$ | |Opened in 1977, this was the first restaurant in Aruba to offer feet-in-the-water dining, and its insanely romantic seaside setting is why this legendary landmark is so worth the trek out to Savaneta. An international menu is designed to please all palates, but the real culinary draw is fish straight from the island’s most famous local fisherman’s pier, located a few doors over. The setting is enchanting, with fabulous sunset views giving way to the twinkling lights of tiki torches and lights set in the sea; even the indoor decor is awash with artificial stars. Reserve well in advance for a table in the water.
Savaneta 344, Savaneta, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-584–2506Known For
- “Savaneta’s Seafood History” featuring the very local catch of the day
- Individual-size baked Alaska, flambéed table-side
- Tables set right in the ocean
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14. Fusion Restaurant Wine and Piano Bar
$$$$ | |What began as a classy laid-back wine and tapas piano bar has evolved into more of a New York–style steak lounge meets BBQ joint thanks to the popularity of the Big Green Egg BBQ trend. Once they began using this ceramic outdoor charcoal grill to offer up big, hearty, juicy cowboy steaks and grilled lobster tails, the aroma and smoke drew an entirely different kind of hungry and hearty crowd. There's still live music but it's usually a great band, and there's a great selection of tapas and wines by the glass if you want to pop in before or after visiting the Alhambra Casino next door.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd, Druif, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-280--9994Known For
- Fusion special for two (22-oz. cowboy steak, 2 lobster tails, and wine)
- Excellent selection of wine
- Creative "pair and share" tapas selections
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch -
15. Hanasaki Fusion
$$$ | |This gorgeously decorated emporium near the Old Windmill is awash in cherry blossoms and soft neon with ultra-modern accents and an exciting inviting feel, but the biggest surprise is the fusion of cuisines all under the same little roof. The menu features a mix of elegantly presented Japanese and Peruvian fare, with excellent sushi renditions as well. It’s unusual but it works. And of course, sushi platters are always great to share with the whole table. Delivery available, and vegan options available on request.
J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 330, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-730-2244Known For
- Stunning decor
- Trendy creative cocktails
- Fresh preparations of ceviche and sushi
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Rate Includes: No lunch. -
16. Huchada Bakery
$$ | |Located about five minutes from Arikok National Park's entrance, this spot has always been a legendary place for authentic Aruban baked goods, especially whole bolos (cakes). They still have about 20 kinds to choose from, including a few 6-inch sizes. Recently, they've upped their game to offer a wide range of hearty international and authentic Aruban breakfast, lunch, and dinner choices, making it also a great place to sample some of the island's traditional stobas (stews) and sopas (soups). The menu is still in Aruban florins though, so while they do take U.S. dollars, your change will most likely be in florin.
Santa Cruz 328, Santa Cruz, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-585--8302Known For
- Local bolos and pastries
- Great homemade soups and stews
- Local specialties
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17. Ike's Bistro
$$$ | |A contemporary poolside dining option at Manchebo Beach Resort, this alfresco oasis features inspired Caribbean-international cuisine, and vegans are especially excited about their entire menu devoted to gourmet plant-based dining. Creative preparations of meat, seafood, and fish—locally sourced whenever possible—are all enhanced with flavors from the on-site herb garden, and the chef often surprises with exotic daily specials. Note that this is a cashless restaurant.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 55, Druif, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-522–3444Known For
- Paella night Thursday with Spanish music and live cooking
- Lobster and shrimp night Monday
- Local Night Saturday with three- and four-course tasting menus
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Rate Includes: Credit cards only, no cash -
18. Infini
$$$$ | |Created in spring 2021 by legendary local chef Urvin Croes, one of the island’s most innovative purveyors of ultramodern cuisine, this new chef’s table experience offers infinite possibilities for the palate. The “Chef’s Impression” experience is an extensive 12-course themed menu based on world flavors and seasonal, locally sourced (whenever possible) ingredients; the plating of each dish is often so exquisite you might hesitate to dig in, but don't. Pair with craft cocktails or wine by the glass for an additional cost.
J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 266, Eagle Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-280--8869Known For
- Chef and team personally talk you through the dining journey
- Wine and craft cocktail pairings for an extra charge
- Vegan or dietary restriction menus available with advance notice
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch, Mandatory -
19. Kamini's Kitchen
$$ | |Housed in a cheery blue-and-green cottage, this charming spot is run by Kamini Kurvink, who combines her Trinidadian heritage with local flavors to create unique Caribbean comfort food. Fish, seafood, and meat dishes are served with a spicy flair thanks to Kamini's secret signature hot sauces.
De Vuyst 41B, San Nicolaas, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-587–1398Known For
- Hearty portions of homemade Caribbean specialties, like goat curry and chicken roti
- A great selection of vegetarian options
- Very warm, welcoming, and friendly staff and owner
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. -
20. King Fred & Princess Diana
$$ | |The historic 200-year-old red windmill called De Olde Molen is a famous Aruba landmark, brought from Holland in 1960 piece by piece and then reconstructed to its original glory. It has housed many different venues for dining and imbibing over the years, but now it splits its time as Diana’s Pancakes, which serves up Dutch-style crepes in a variety of delicious styles during the day, and at night Chef Fred creates an eclectic choice of international dishes. After dinner, you can hop up to Fransje’s Bar on top for a superb panoramic view of Downtown along with craft cocktails and cold beer. There’s also a small souvenir shop.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 330, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-280--7820Known For
- Dutch-style pancakes by day
- Eclectic choice of international dishes by night
- Fabulous alfresco bar on top deck of the windmill
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
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