The Best Restaurant in Oranjestad and Environs, Aruba

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The Dutch Pancakehouse

$$ Fodor's Choice

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 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, Aruba
297-583–7180
Known For
  • Over 50 styles of sweet and savory Dutch-style pancakes
  • A surprising selection of excellent schnitzels
  • Consistently good-quality fare and friendly service
Restaurant Details
No reservations accepted before 4pm.

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