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1. Alfie's in Aruba
Owned by a lively expat Canadian couple, this popular watering hole in the back streets of Downtown has been attracting people from all over the...
Owned by a lively expat Canadian couple, this popular watering hole in the back streets of Downtown has been attracting people from all over the world to sample their hospitality and over 50 types of craft beer. Live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights also attracts the crowds, and their pub food is to die for. Think seven-cheese Mac 'n' Cheese nights, crispy Nashville-style hot fried chicken with a kick, melt-in-your-mouth ribs, and mega-burgers so big you can hardly fit them in your mouth. But they haven't forgotten their homeland; authentic Quebec-style poutine and even vegan poutine are also both available there. Look for the big Canadian flag out front.
Dominicanessenstraat 10, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-569–5815Nightlife Details
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2. BLUE
Located steps away from the cool infinity pool of the Renaissance Marina Hotel, BLUE is one of the hippest social gathering spots on the island....
Located steps away from the cool infinity pool of the Renaissance Marina Hotel, BLUE is one of the hippest social gathering spots on the island. It’s the place where young local professionals gather for happy hour during the week. Later it morphs into a hot, nightly DJ-driven scene bathed in blue and violet lights with a giant video wall and talented barkeeps serving upscale concoctions like their signature BLUE Solo Martini.
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3. Bochincha Container Yard
An impressive new multistory entertainment complex built from old shipping containers sits right behind the Local Market. The carnival-style atmosphere and high-octane music provided by...
An impressive new multistory entertainment complex built from old shipping containers sits right behind the Local Market. The carnival-style atmosphere and high-octane music provided by either live bands or DJs create the backdrop for an eclectic choice of international fare via food truck-style kiosks; there are also multiple bars, a wine shop, a cigar store, and a tattoo and barber shack.
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4. Bugaloe Bar & Grill
This colorful beach bar at the tip of De Palm Pier on busy Palm Beach is hopping night and day with visitors and locals alike....
This colorful beach bar at the tip of De Palm Pier on busy Palm Beach is hopping night and day with visitors and locals alike. Paint-spattered wooden tables and chairs on a plank floor under a massive palapa draw barefoot beachcombers in for frozen cocktails, cold beer, and casual fare where live music is king. The revelry starts as early as happy hour and continues well into the night. Karaoke nights, salsa nights, and even a crazy fish night on Monday mean there’s always something wild and fun going on here. It’s also an optimal spot to catch a magical sunset over the waves.
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5. Bugaloe Bar & Grill
Night and day, this crazy colorful beach bar at the tip of De Palm Pier on busy Palm Beach is packed. Paint-spattered wooden tables and...
Night and day, this crazy colorful beach bar at the tip of De Palm Pier on busy Palm Beach is packed. Paint-spattered wooden tables and chairs on a plank floor under a massive palapa draw barefoot beachcombers in for frozen cocktails, cold beer, and casual fare where live music is king. There are karaoke nights, salsa nights, and daily food specials. It’s also an optimal spot to catch a magical sunset over the waves.
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6. Hoya Lush Cafe
This sophisticated alfresco emporium has totally transformed the courtyard of Plaza Daniel Leo into an exciting gathering spot offering up cool tapas like Argentinian artisanal...
This sophisticated alfresco emporium has totally transformed the courtyard of Plaza Daniel Leo into an exciting gathering spot offering up cool tapas like Argentinian artisanal empanadas and a large selection of killer creative handcrafted cocktails and sangrias; it’s also a champagne and wine bar. There's a cheery tropical vibe by day and a cool outdoor lounge vibe at night but on weekends it goes full-on electric with neon lighting shows and trendy music. Beyond the bar and tables there are also oversized lounging swings if you want to imbibe in style. Daily happy hour is 4--6 pm.
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7. Kukoo Kunuku Party Bus & Day Tours
Bars/PubsAruba’s premier wild and crazy party bus outfit has been operating for almost two decades now, and they’ve added a new twist. Evenings, it’s...
Aruba’s premier wild and crazy party bus outfit has been operating for almost two decades now, and they’ve added a new twist. Evenings, it’s all about shaking your maracas and bar-hopping through the town via their famous “Pub Krawl” tour or doing a dinner and bar-hop night that stops at the cool Casibari Grill in the outback for great BBQ, and then motors on for a wild tour to local party spots. But during the day, the bus morphs into one big happy family-friendly vehicle that offers a trip to the Casibari rock formations and Baby Beach in San Nicolas, or an “Animal Lover’s” outing that goes to the Aruba Donkey Sanctuary, Phillips Animal Garden, and the Butterfly Farm. Either way, their guides are fabulous entertainers night and day. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. No tours on Sunday. Private charters also available. Book direct by phone for a discount, or book a night tour at the same time as a day tour and receive $10 off.
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8. Lobby Bar and Restaurant
Catering to an older, cosmopolitan crowd, this spot has more of a chic supper club lounge vibe than a dining room, and later in the...
Catering to an older, cosmopolitan crowd, this spot has more of a chic supper club lounge vibe than a dining room, and later in the evening, it morphs into an upscale nightclub. There's an excellent wine list and a choice of indoor or outdoor seating. Live music or a DJ set the scene depending on the night and the hour.
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9. MooMba Beach Bar
As the central party spot on the busiest part of Palm Beach, this open-air bar is famous for its Sunday-night blowouts with big crowds of...
As the central party spot on the busiest part of Palm Beach, this open-air bar is famous for its Sunday-night blowouts with big crowds of locals gathering to dance in the sand to live bands or DJs. The barkeeps are mixology masters, and happy hours are very popular. There are early and late drink specials every night except Sunday. The attached restaurant is also a wonderful surf-side spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and there are tables in the sand for romantic dinners before partying.
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10. purebeach
A very lively happy-hour spot with its cool swim-up pool bar, purebeach is the place to be especially on Sundays for live music and dancing....
A very lively happy-hour spot with its cool swim-up pool bar, purebeach is the place to be especially on Sundays for live music and dancing. They also offer some special musical events throughout the week. But day or night, they are known for killer Caribbean cocktails and creative international fare with weekly specials. There's also an oversized adult-only seafront whirlpool right beside it for romantic nights under the tropical stars with music.
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11. Sopranos Piano Bar
With a theme loosely based on the famous HBO TV series, Sopranos has a fun atmosphere with live piano music nightly that encourages the crowd...
With a theme loosely based on the famous HBO TV series, Sopranos has a fun atmosphere with live piano music nightly that encourages the crowd to join in a sing-along. Top-notch barkeeps shake up a big list of creative cocktails, and the top-shelf spirit list is impressive. It's loud and rowdy most nights, but nostalgic and low-key when there are no crowds. A DJ sometimes spins late into the night on weekends.
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12. The West Deck Island Grill Beach Bar
You’ll find this casual wooden deck beach bar along Linear Park facing Governor’s Bay. Enjoy one of their special upside-down margaritas or incredible craft cocktails...
You’ll find this casual wooden deck beach bar along Linear Park facing Governor’s Bay. Enjoy one of their special upside-down margaritas or incredible craft cocktails while you catch a stellar sunset and watch the cruise ships go by. After dark, the music takes it up a notch—sometimes live—and the atmosphere is fun and friendly. It’s as popular with locals as it is with visitors. Great Caribbean tapas and grilled specialties are also on tap.
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13. 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar and Grill
Though this massive circular alfresco bar in the middle of Renaissance Marketplace might resemble Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, it’s not part of the franchise though it...
Though this massive circular alfresco bar in the middle of Renaissance Marketplace might resemble Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, it’s not part of the franchise though it certainly evokes the same vibe with two daily happy hours. Think large frozen tropical cocktails, island music, and typical beach bar fare like wings, tacos, and burgers. Surprisingly, it’s also a great spot to try some locally inspired fare like snack platters of pastechi and Dutch krokets, and individual portions of keshi yena which is considered Aruba’s national dish.
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14. 7 West HotShotz
Named after its address this is predominantly an eatery for lunch and casual dinner in the early evening until the lights dim later on to...
Named after its address this is predominantly an eatery for lunch and casual dinner in the early evening until the lights dim later on to reveal a seriously cool neon glow-in-the-dark interior that attracts a local crowd of thirsty folks seeking signature cocktails amid hot music in downtown Oranjestad. Shooter specials, theme nights, hot DJs, and cool cocktails keep the party going, as do late-night happy hours.
Weststraat 7, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-588–9983 -
15. Apotek Speakeasy
It’s been a well-kept secret that Aruba has a prohibition-style speakeasy, but now that they’re no longer operating as a pop-up, it’s much easier for...
It’s been a well-kept secret that Aruba has a prohibition-style speakeasy, but now that they’re no longer operating as a pop-up, it’s much easier for discerning drinkers to find them. Themed like an old-fashioned apothecary---promising to hand-craft potent libations to cure whatever ails you---their dedicated barkeeps are more chemists and mixologists than drink slingers, and really put on a show while using carefully curated ingredients to create complicated libations that impress. The place is tiny, so reservations are a must, but well worth the extra effort if you’re a true cocktail connoisseur.
Klipstraat 2, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-561--1563Nightlife Details
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16. Coco Loco Beach Bar and Restaurant
Just past Costa Linda Resort traveling toward the high-rise area, keep your eyes peeled for this colorful stand-alone beach shack that pops up out of...
Just past Costa Linda Resort traveling toward the high-rise area, keep your eyes peeled for this colorful stand-alone beach shack that pops up out of nowhere on Eagle Beach; if you see a life-sized Captain Morgan outside, you’ll know you’re in the right spot! It’s the quintessential colorful Caribbean-style beach bar by day, offering up snacks and tropical drinks, even shaved ice and fresh coconut water, but as the sun begins to set it often comes to life as a hot party spot luring folks to come dance barefoot in the sand to DJ-driven or live music. Beach lounges and umbrellas are available during the day if you want to take advantage of that prime Eagle Beach real estate while you indulge.
J.E. Irausquin Blvd. # 67A, Eagle Beach, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-280--8081 -
17. Craft & Lola
These odd combination sister spots are hard to miss on the Palm Beach strip with their colorful outdoor decor. They may share a wide swath...
These odd combination sister spots are hard to miss on the Palm Beach strip with their colorful outdoor decor. They may share a wide swath on the sidewalk, but they specialize in two very different things. Craft is best known as a quality coffee bar and breakfast spot; in fact, they serve breakfasts until 4 pm, but they also serve burgers for lunch and have a great bar with specialty cocktails and craft beers. Lola is all about Mexican fare and margaritas at lunch, but it turns into a full-on fiesta place late night. It’s a strange fusion of offerings but it works, and both spots are typically hopping, so make reservations, especially for dinner at Lola.
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18. Garufa Cocktail Lounge
After closing a few years back, and hosting a few temporary pop-up bars, this legendary little cigar lounge reopened in 2019. Look for the mustard...
After closing a few years back, and hosting a few temporary pop-up bars, this legendary little cigar lounge reopened in 2019. Look for the mustard and white colonial building with the Juliette balcony to find a friendly gang of locals and visitors enjoying top-shelf spirits, creative signature cocktails, tapas, and quality cigars. A powerful smoke-extractor system helps keep the air clear and late night happy hour runs from 9 to 11 pm.
Wilhelminastraat 63, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-582–7205 -
19. Iguana Joe's Caribbean Bar & Grill
The colorful and creative reptilian-themed decor makes this a favorite hangout for cruise visitors who want to enjoy the view of the port from the...
The colorful and creative reptilian-themed decor makes this a favorite hangout for cruise visitors who want to enjoy the view of the port from the second-floor balcony while enjoying sangria and massive frozen cocktails. Dinner is served, and the food deserves recognition (especially the jerk chicken and coconut shrimp), but the bar is the real draw as people come to people-watch and sample the potent drink list, especially their signature Pink Iguana.
L. G. Smith Blvd. 94, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba, Aruba297-583–9373Nightlife Details
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20. Local Store
Contrary to its name, it's not a store but a bar, and a very local one at that. Live local bands, lots of resident partiers,...
Contrary to its name, it's not a store but a bar, and a very local one at that. Live local bands, lots of resident partiers, and a laid-back, down-to-earth atmosphere make this the place to kick back and have fun, especially on weekends. Good prices on drinks, huge selection of craft beers, and local Aruban snacks like funchi fries (made from seasoned cornmeal or polenta with a crispy outside and a creamy inside), and over a dozen kinds of artisanal chicken wings attract the tourists, too. And they are also open for breakfast and lunch.
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