Award-winning Chefs, diverse menus,
superb service, and a variety of atmospheres - from beachside cafes
to luxurious 5-star restaurants.. that's dining in Aruba.
Reservations are strongly recommended.
Iguana Joe's
Caribbean Bar & Grill first floor in Royal Plaza
Mall
Open-air terrace overlooking
the harbor. Perfect for a quick bite to eat, a leisurely lunch,
casual dinner or a light snack. Famous for "Joe's Caribbean
Jerked Chicken Sandwich", stuffed cheese, and delightfully
innovative cocktails including the "Frozen Pink Iguana".
Open daily from 11 am to 1 am.
Le Petit
Cafe Emmastraat #1 at Playa Linda Beach Resort
864046
Cooked at your table on semiramis
stones, meat, fish and seafood dishes need no fats or oils
and are cooked to your choice of doneness. This rediscovered
ancient culinary method from the village of Roncengo in the
province of Trento, Italy, adds an exciting touch to your
dining pleasure. Open daily 11 am to 11 pm, Sunday hours 6
to 11 pm.
23 years in business serving
the finest Argentine meats and the freshest seafood. Try the
juicy 16 oz Gaucho steak, the 18 oz sirloin, the delicious
pincho torro caliente (shish kebab), or the fabulous jumbo
garlic shrimp for the perfect meal. Adjoining cocktail lounge
and piano entertainment nightly. Open Monday through Saturday
for lunch and dinner
China
Buffet Crijnsenstraat #6 (next to McDonalds
Palm Beach) 863433
Quality food, fast service
and the best prices in Aruba. Daily all you can eat soups,
salads, Chinese specialties, and homemade desserts. Sunday
Special with over 70 items including shrimp and other seafood
dishes. Open daily from 11:30 am to 11 pm.
New Wei
Taai Palm Beach #4 Noord 868864 or 868892
Good service and food that
is imaginative, authentic, seasoned with style and served
in a cozy oriental atmosphere. Extensive menu including delicacies
such as Peking Duck for Two. Generous portions, Chinese beer.
Hotel delivery available.
3 Little
Birds Mainstreet #9, 2nd floor of the Aquarius
Mall opposite the Sake House 834222
Named after the reggae hit,
this rooftop eatery recreates a Saint Tropez terrace.
Open balcony dining with canvas awnings and a fabulous harbor
view. Wonderful French cuisine with a Caribbean accent.
No menus, just blackboards covered with Provencale dishes
that change seasonally. Favorites include fresh "foie
gras" and duck. Exceptional international wine list.
Café Santé
at the Seaport Marketplace opposite Renaissance Suites entrance
889290
Casual French-style wine bar
and restaurant. French-style decor will remind you of Paris.
Cozy open air terrace surrounded by flowering shrubs and shaded
by grand parasols. The menu includes tenderloin, shrimp, fresh
salads, soups and sandwiches. Reasonably priced dinner menu
with average main course only $12. Over 60 different wines
served by the glass. Open 7 days per week for breakfast,
lunch and dinner.
Chez Mathilde
Havenstraat #23 834968
Dining in a impeccably preserved 19th century
home. Small, romantic dining rooms, tastefully decorated, with
a relaxing, luxurious atmosphere. Each dish prepared to meet
the highest culinary standards, and the finest wine list on
the island. Open for lunch and dinner. AAA Four Diamond
Award. Proper attire requested.
Excellent value with fresh
food, excellent service and the finest beef anywhere. Delicious
Fresh Catch of the Day, Red Snapper Veronique, and Garlic
Shrimp are just a few of the dishes available. Open daily
from 5:30 to 11 pm.
L'Escale
Restaurant at the Renaissance Hotel
836000 ext 1791
The perfect choice for a special
occasion. Heralded as one of Aruba's best restaurants, L'Escale
features Caribbean cuisine in a romantic setting overlooking
the marina at Seaport Village. The award-winning chefs use
the freshest ingredients and a Caribbean flair. Enjoy the
music of the Hungarian string trio as you dine
- the perfect romantic dining experience. Serving Champagne
Brunch Sundays. Open daily 6 to 11 pm.
Flying Fishbone
Savaneta 344 located 1/2 mile past Brisas del Mar
842506
Intimate seaside restaurant
with exotic warmth, from the wicker chairs to the tropical
plants to the flickering candles. Located in Saveneta, Aruba's
oldest fishing village - Flying Fishbone's fresh seafood is
the main attraction. Aso serving a wide variety of innovative,
healthy specialties including delicious veal and lamb.
Open 6 to 10 pm daily.
Délifrance
Aruba Boulangerie et Café LG Smith Blvd next
to Certified Mall 886106
Authentic flavors of a classic
French bakery with sandwiches, baguettes, Ciabatta-bread,
Italian rolls, and sweets, desserts and Croissants.
Enjoy the lovely French Café and "boulangerie" inside
or sit on a French Terrace with a beautiful sea view.
Outstanding quality and excellent service. Also available
for "take out".
Chalet Suisse
on Eagle Beach, next to La Cabana 875054
Steak and Chop House, built
in 1988 with authentic Swiss-style architecture -- long established
as a culinary "hot spot". Generous portions,
reasonably priced including US prime meats selected from the
owner's own butcher shop in New York, plus the freshest seafood.
Early bird menu available April 1 - November 30. Open 6 to
10:30 pm except Sunday
The Mill
Restaurant across from the Wyndham Hotel
866300 or 862060
Dine inside an original Dutch
Windmill - disassembled and brought to Aruba in 1974!
The Mill prides itself on delicious food and warm hospitality
with the accent on quality and service. Locally caught seafood,
the finest beef, veal and chicken dishes and the famous Dutch
Pea Soup. Moderate prices. Open daily from 5:30 pm.
Twinklebones
Restaurant Noord 124 869806
A place to have a wonderful
meal and attend a party by the most talented waiters and Chef
in Aruba. Famous for their succulent prime rib and fresh
seafood dishes, its singing Chef Chico and all the singing
and dancing waiters, Twinklebones will turn your evening into
a night to remember. Open Monday through Saturday 6 to 11
pm.
Le Dôme
Restaurant JE Irausquin #224 871517
One of Aruba's most popular
restaurants for both locals and tourists alike. Designed with
three different dining areas: "l'Orangerie", with
a Mediterranean atmosphere, "La Galerie", with the
flowery outdoor sea view terrace, or "The Old World",
decorated with exquisite antiques. Belgian and French
cuisine. Sunday Brunch every Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm. Open
daily noon to midnight, except Mondays.
Que
Pasa? Restaurant, Art Gallery & Bar Wilhelminastraat
2 near the Renaissance Hotel 834888
Special local spot with dishes
from all over the world such as Sashimi, Jamaican Stew, Caribbean
Lobster Tail and succulent 12 oz Tenderloin Steaks.
Fresh seafood daily specials. Cozy atmosphere
Family style Italian specialties
in a cozy, casual atmosphere. Popular menu items include
Veal Parmigiana, Angel Hair Scampi and Linguini Pescatore
and the popular homemade soups and breadsticks. Dinner prices
starting at $10.50. Open every day from 5:30 pm to 1 am.
Paparazzi
Ristorante Italiano
Seaport Marketplace (835966) and Palm Beach (863659)
European-style terrace and
indoor restaurant is a must-see in Aruba. Enjoy your favorite
Italian dishes, prepared with the freshest products in a colorful
Italian setting. Peek in the kitchen and watch the Chef prepare
your meal! Seafood, veal, pastas, pizzas, lasagnas, soups,
salads and homemade desserts.
La Trattoria
El Faro Blanco at the California Lighthouse
860786 or 860787
A warm and gracious atmosphere,
La Trattoria El Faro Blanco is renowned for their unsurpassed
culinary masterpieces and authentic Italian Cuisine.
Seen from the outdoor terrace, the sunsets over Aruba create
are pure gold, while the interior is tastefully decorated
with an enchanting touch. Open for lunch and dinner
Monday through Saturday. A variety of pizzas served
between 3-6 pm.
Sake House
Mainstreet #9, 2nd Floor opposite 3 Little Birds
830405
Incorporates new ingredients
(such as exotic fruits) into classic Japanese cuisine.
Delicious food in an exciting atmosphere. A favorite for sushi
lovers. Several different atmospheres: Tatami Rooms (typical
Japanese tables), the elegant Sushi Bar, the main dining room
and the Teppanyaki grill. Open Monday through Saturday for
lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for dinner.
Benihana
Japanese Steakhouse Sasakiweg, next to Hooters
826788
Watch your chef cook your meal
right before your eyes! Popular menu with American favorites
- beef, poultry and seafood - complemented with Sushi. Open
daily for lunch and dinner.
Carlos 'n
Charlie's Restaurant & Bar & Clothesline
Weststraat 3-A close to the Seaport Mall and the Harbor
820355
The one and only! Mexican
specialties including barbecued ribs, chicken and shrimp,
fajitas and their best-selling world-famous beverages served
by the "Yard". Friendly, festive setting. Open daily
from 11 am to 11 pm for lunch and dinner.
Buccaneer
Gasparito #11-C 866172 (no reservations
accepted)
A Pirate's Ship atmosphere
with a 5000 gallon saltwater aquarium and 12 smaller aquariums
to make it a complete underwater setting. Two bars cut out
of old ships and sea treasure decor. International dishes
prepared by the Chef/Owner with a European touch. Main
courses from $12. Open from 5:30 pm daily except Sundays.
Pago Pago
At the Wyndham Beach Resort 864466
An exciting new restaurant
featuring Tropical Fusion Cuisine. Soothing pastel color scheme
with impressionistic art and a magnificent view of the Caribbean.
Menu specialties include Tahitian Baked Shrimp, Roast Duckling
and Yellow Curry Lobster and the popular "Chef Tanoa's
Feast". Innovative and exotic cocktails including the
"Scorpion" house specialty. Open for dinner 6 pm
to 10:30 pm every day except Sunday.
Captain's
Table at La Cabana Beach Resort
879000 ext 201 or 144
Comfortable, spacious seating
surrounded with a photo gallery of Aruban views and wall aquariums
with tropical fish. Try the mouth-watering Cioppino
- a classic Italian seafood stew with lobster, mussels, mahi-mahi
and shrimp, served with garlic bread and pasta. Serves a wide
variety of the freshest fish and USDA choice sirloin, rib-eye,
filet mignon and porterhouse steaks. Children's menu available.
Open daily 5:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Driftwood
Restaurant Klipstraat #12 832515
Absolutely fresh seafood with
a daily "Catch of the Day". Fresh shrimp, juicy
Caribbean lobster, octopus, squid, scallops and more, prepared
by local Chef Alcides Mejia. A touch of Caribbean cuisine
accompanied by pan bati, the famous Aruban corn bread. Entrees
from $15 to $25. Open daily for dinner from 5:30 to 11 pm,
except Tuesdays.
For privately owned resort rentals phone
Aruba Luxury Condos Toll-Free at1-800-886-7822 (to contact the
resorts directly, please see the resort contact info below)
Resort phone numbers: Aruba Renaissance - 011-297-583-6000
Aruba Beach Club - 011-297-582-3000
Aruba Phoenix - 800-376-1072 ( 011-297-586-1170)
Aruba Grand Resort & Casino - 800-345-2782
Caribbean Palm Village - 011-297-586-6273
Casa del Mar - 011-297-582-3000
Costa Linda - 011-297-583-8000
La Cabana - 800-835-7193
(011-297-587-9000)
Playa Linda - 011-297-586-1000
Aruba Marriott - 011-297-586-9000
La Quinta - 011-297-587-5010
Dutch Village/Divi Village - 011-297-583-5000
Paradise Beach Villas 011-297-587-4000
The Aruba
government imposes an "Energy Tax" which is payable at
checkout. The only other costs that may be associated with your rental unit
would be for security deposits, telephone calls, meals, beverages, selected resort activities and
sport rentals, items of personal nature, transportation to and from
resort/airport, faxes, internet hook up, groceries, souvenirs, additional cots
or cribs, etc. for which the resort may charge a nominal fee.
Timeshare Rentals are non-refundable, no cancellation policy!