Aruba Restaurants
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1. Da Vinci Ristorante
$$$$ | |Don’t let the rustic decor fool you: this is not your average Italian resort eatery, though it's an inviting choice for large groups. Da Vinci pulls out all the stops to present a seriously upscale, authentic, and creative menu of Mediterranean favorites. Tucked away in the Holiday Inn, it’s well worth seeking out for killer incarnations of osso buco, homemade pastas, and seafood served Italian-style, plus great vegan options. There's also a fabulous wine room with a surprisingly comprehensive selection of vintages from around the world. It's family-friendly, too, with a kids' menu and big communal tables for groups. Dining at Da Vinci Ristorante is included in the resort's all-inclusive program.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 230, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-586–3600Known For
- Creative Italian fare
- Excellent wine cellar
- Family-friendly yet upscale atmosphere
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
2. The Dutch Pancakehouse
$$ | |Dutch pancakes are unlike North American-style flapjacks since they can be both savory and sweet, offering opportunities for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and this legendary spot in the Renaissance Marketplace is considered the absolute best place to try them. More like thin crepes, they can be covered in (or stuffed with) a multitude of ingredients, which might include meats, vegetables, and cheeses. The menu includes dozens of varieties of both sweet and savory styles, as well as puffy little silver-dollar-size poffertjes. You'll enjoy them in the indoor-outdoor café, but if you eat outside, keep an eye on your syrup bottles, as the little resident sugar birds are always trying to get into them for a sweet treat.
L. G. Smith Blvd. 9, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-583--7180Known For
- Over 50 styles of sweet and savory Dutch-style pancakes
- A surprising selection of excellent schnitzels
- Consistently good-quality fare and friendly service
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3. Twist of Flavors
$$$ | |There's always something cool happening at this bright and lively indoor-outdoor spot. The international kaleidoscopic menu includes everything from Dutch pancakes and Asian specialties to gourmet burgers and Caribbean seafood---surprisingly, they do it all very well. The many rotating special nights and monthly Bubbles & Bites evenings are very popular, and live steel pan music on their Caribbean Night Tuesdays are also a draw.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 47, Eagle Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-280–2518Known For
- Thursday Grouper Nights
- Friday (build-your-own) Burger Nights
- Saturday prix fixe food and wine pairing specials
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4. Asi es mi Peru
$$$ | |Owner Roxanna Salinas has created an authentic Peruvian-style dining spot to share a taste of her home with locals and visitors alike. Authentic specialties are artfully served in a warm and colorful enclave, and a portion of proceeds from the wares sold at the on-site Peruvian craft market go to a local Aruban cancer foundation. Upstairs is a unique stand-alone chef's table experience, a long table communal affair of eight courses called The Kitchen Table; it's the island's only family-friendly chef's table experience. Peruvian beer and pisco sours (the national Peruvian cocktail) accompany the offerings, and not to be missed is the sweet caramel-and-liquor-laden national dessert, suspiro a la limena.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 64, Eagle Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-588--3958Known For
- Peruvian-style ceviche made table-side
- Vegetarian and vegan menu available
- Chef's table experience upstairs
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
5. Campeones Cantina and Tequila Bar
$$$ | |The legendary Champions Sports Bar has been totally reimagined into a replica of a colorful Mexican village square with a bar that features 100 different kinds of tequila, premium mescal, and killer margaritas. Endless complimentary nachos, salsa, and fixings are available out of the trunk of a vintage Volkswagen, and the menu, though limited, offers up creative versions of many well-known authentic Mexican specialties. You can still catch NFL games on TV.
L.G. Smith Blvd 99, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-520--6943Known For
- Giant burrito to share and freshly prepared Mexican street food
- A hot sauce wall with over 30 varieties
- Lively DJ-driven or live mariachi music
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Rate Includes: No lunch -
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6. Driftwood
$$$ | |Opened in 1986, this rustic nautical-themed restaurant is owned and operated by the Merryweather family. It's justifiably famous for serving up the freshest catch of the day caught by the owners themselves. Typically they recommend the fresh fish be served Aruban-style for the best local experience (that means panfried and topped with a spicy creole sauce). Not to be missed is the fish soup that's been a family secret recipe since the very beginning. You can join them on their deep-sea fishing adventures through their sister company Driftwood Charters and have them cook up your own catch for dinner that night.
Klipstraat 12, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-583–2515Known For
- Family-recipe hearty fish soup
- Boat-to-table fresh fish and other seafood
- Friendly service and warm atmosphere
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
7. El Gaucho Argentine Grill
$$$$ | |Aruba's original go-to for carnivores since 1977, El Gaucho is famous for meat served in mammoth portions. Though to be honest, it's not all about meat; seafood platters are something to consider as well. The kids will enjoy the separate children's playroom and menu.
Wilhelminastraat 80, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-582–3677Known For
- 16-ounce Gaucho steak
- Largest shish kebab on the island
- Strolling musicians who create a fun and boisterous atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
8. Hostaria Da' Vittorio
$$$ | |At one of Aruba's most legendary Italian eateries, part of the fun is watching chef Vittorio Muscariello prepare authentic Italian regional specialties in his open kitchen. The staff helps you choose wines from the extensive list and recommends portions of hot and cold antipasti, risottos, and pastas. Those on a tight budget should stick to the pizza offerings. As you leave, pick up some limoncello (lemon liqueur) or olive oil at the gourmet shop.
L. G. Smith Blvd. 380, Palm Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-586–3838Known For
- Authentic brick-oven pizza
- Beautiful courtyard dining space
- Good for large groups
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9. Marina Pirata
$$$ | |Locals and regular visitors in the know flock to this off-the-radar boathouse-style restaurant for fresh fish and seafood, as well as the melt-in-your-mouth filet. Spectacular sunset views are a given, and kids love seeing the abundant fish swimming all around the illuminated pier at night with underwater lights.
Spaans Lagoenweg 4, Savaneta, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-585–7150Known For
- Fresh local lobster served different ways
- Great place for group celebrations
- Many squid dishes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No lunch -
10. O'Niel Caribbean Kitchen
$$ | |Right smack in the middle of the San Nicolas Art Walk, O'Niel's is a warm and welcoming eatery that's an ideal spot to get your Jamaican jerk on. Real-deal Jamaican dishes like ackee with saltfish and oxtail with beans are menu favorites, but there are also local Aruban specialties like goat stew and fresh local seafood; vegetarian and vegan dishes are also available. Special events with live music or karaoke are popular.
Bernard van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 15, San Nicolaas, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-584–8700Known For
- Coconut-infused dishes like shrimp or chicken with rum and sweet chili sauce
- Real-deal Jamaican specialties like ackee with saltfish
- Local favorite gathering spot
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
11. Pizza Bob's Restaurant and Pub
$$ | |Grab a slice, a whole pizza to go, or a cold beer and snack at this friendly alfresco hideaway beside the Alhambra Mall. There are also pasta dishes, salads, wraps, and BBQ options on the menu, as well as daily specials, and they deliver. There's live music every Friday night.
J. E. Irausquin Blvd. 57, Eagle Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-588--9040Known For
- Great fried calamari
- Create-your-own pizza specials
- Aruban-style pumpkin soup
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12. Surfside Beach Bar
$$ | |Enjoy cool and creative cocktails and beach-shack eats in the afternoon on a pristine stretch of white sand and aqua sea, just minutes from Downtown Oranjestad. The fun and friendly vibe includes beach service, lounge and umbrella rentals, and happy hour drink specials. It’s also a great spot to watch sunsets over the sea and to see the planes pop up out of the blue en route to the nearby airport.
Surfside Beach, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-280–6584Known For
- Sunday barbecue noon–7 pm
- Casual fare like burgers, spicy shrimp, fish-and-chips, and create-your-own pizzas
- Hearty Dutch-style breakfasts Friday–Sunday
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13. The Pastechi House
$ | |Look for the big smiling pastechi sign and a line of locals waiting to grab Aruba’s favorite fast food (think empanada). Order one for yourself and wash it down with a cold batido (fruit shake). They also have little crab cakes to go as well.
Caya G. F. Betico Croes 42, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, ArubaKnown For
- Largest selection of pastechi types
- Vegan options also available
- Popular local pit stop
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Cash only -
14. The West Deck
$$ | |Opened by the same people who own Pinchos, this fun and friendly wood-decked grill joint offers casual fare like barbecue ribs and grilled shrimp by the dozen, as well as Caribbean bites like jerk wings, fried funchi (like a thick polenta) with Dutch cheese, and West Indian samosas. There are some surprisingly snazzy main dishes, and the signature "Beer-Ritas" (a full bottle of beer served upside down in a big margarita) are legendary. Located at the base of the new Linear Park, it’s the perfect place for sunset views over the ocean as the cruise ships come and go.
L. G. Smith Blvd. at Governor's Bay Beach, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-587–2667Known For
- A great pit stop along Linear Park
- Eclectic selection of Caribbean fare
- Superb sunset views on Surfside Beach
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15. Zeerovers
$ | |With a name that means "pirates" in Dutch, this alfresco restaurant sits right on the Savaneta pier, where the local fishermen bring in their daily catch. The menu is basic: the day's fish and other seafood, fried almost as soon as it's lifted out of the boat and served with sides of local staples like fried plantains. You can chase it all down with a cold local beer or homemade popsicles made from exotic local fruit. The restaurant is very popular with locals, so expect it to be busy, especially on weekends.
Savaneta 270A, Savaneta, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-584–8401Known For
- Freshest fish on the island
- Lively local hangout
- Picturesque sea view and sunsets
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
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