Restaurants
Aruba is famous for its excellent restaurants offering indoor and outdoor dining experiences from all parts of the world. The following restaurants are recommended.
Amici
Amici is the perfect spot to enjoy a cappuccino, a light bite, live music, and a parade of passers-by. Sit comfortably under an umbrella in the brick courtyard right across from the Playa Linda Beach Resort. Shop at kiosks just steps away. Homemade ice cream and pastries, delicious soups and sandwiches, special coffees and beverages are all on the menu at this charming bistro, open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. http://www.aruba.com/ThingstoDo/Restaurants/Amici.aspxRead more »
Aqua Grill
Aqua Grill debuted on the Caribbean restaurant scene on the island of Aruba in 2002, boasting a menu of fresh seafood flown in daily from around the world, as well fresh catches harvested from local fisherman right off the island's shores. Set in a contemporary décor combining the traditions of a New England fish house with the ease and character of the Caribbean, it didn't take long for Aqua Grill to enjoy a loyal local and tourist following on the island. The award-winning chef's philosophy of combining both classic seafood dishes with contemporary cuisine and presentations quickly put Aqua Grill on......Read more »
Driftwood
Since 1986 Driftwood is specialized in fresh seafood from the Caribbean Sea and has become the favorite spot for Aruban-style seafood dishes. Fresh fish is caught daily by the owner himself and perfectly prepared by our talented local chef. We are located in the heart of characteristic downtown and offer you a unique dining experience. Enjoy the freshest fish, biggest shrimp, or the most succulent Caribbean lobster amid the rustic ambience of the natural driftwood dining room. Our menu includes a large variety of typically Aruban delicacies including our three star fish soup and our mouth-watering filet of fish served with......Read more »
El Gaucho
El Gaucho is located in an old townhouse at 80 Wilhelminastreet, it's the first Argentine restaurant to open it's doors in Aruba on February 17, 1977. El Gaucho Restaurant serves a variety of tempting dishes, featuring quality Argentine steaks, tender and juicy, charcoal-grilled to perfection, such as the famous Gaucho steak, 16 oz sirloin, Pincho Torro Caliente (the biggest shishkebab ever served) T-bone steak, vealchop and more. While many restaurants are currently serving Churrasco steak, we must say that our version is the original and still the very best. http://www.elgaucho-aruba.comRead more »
Flying Fishbone
We would like to take the opportunity to introduce our Restaurant to you - The Flying Fishbone… Located in Savaneta, Aruba’s first capitol in the early 17th century and a true Fishermen’s hometown, our restaurant accommodates you with our famous on-the-beach dining area in a unique surrounding hard to find in Aruba. The proud owners Daniel Kameier & Frenk Graat opened the Flying Fishbone Restaurant in early 1997 and gave to Aruba what it was still missing: A restaurant where all tables are right on the beach and literally ocean front situated. The ambience of our dining area is charming and......Read more »
Hadicurari
Hadicurari restaurant at the Fisherman's Pier. Come and enjoy your romantic dinner on the beach while watching the beautiful sunset. www.hadicurari.comRead more »
Hostaria da Vittorio
Master Chef/Owner Vittorio Muscariello is already well-known for having worked for more than eleven years as Executive Chef in the best authentic and original Italian restaurants on Aruba (Valentino's - 1988-1994 and La Trattoria El Faro Blanco 1994-1999). He presents unique and incomparable originality and quality in his authentic Italian specialties such as Risotto alla Pescatore, Linguine dello Scoglio, Branzino al Sole, Sogliola alla Mugnaia, Ossobucco di Vitello, and Nodino di Vitello alla Parmigiana, attentively served at this new, rustically-elegant restaurant. The crispy brick-oven pizzas are perfect for a light bite. Seating is available in the comfortable dining rooms......Read more »
Iguana Joe’s
For eight years running, Iguana Joe's has been Aruba's most popular and critically acclaimed Caribbean restaurant. The extensive menu features fresh mahi-mahi, coconut shrimp, chicken enchiladas, island jerk fire-roasted chicken and world renowned Argentine grass-fed filet mignon. Joe's bar is the home of the legendary, deliciously smooth and refreshing Pink Iguana. But be wary of Joe's potent potions that contain up to four shots of liquor and are served in half-liter carafes! http://www.iguanajoesaruba.com/Read more »
La Trattoria El Faro Blanco
THE BEST OF ITALY IN ARUBA … AND AT THE VERY BEST LOCATION Italian Food has, arguably, never been experienced at it’s best until you visit La Trattoria el Faro Blanco Restaurant. The BEST of a real Italian restaurant in Aruba, Trattoria perfectly situated atop the hill of Hudishibana at the foot of Aruba’s famous landmark The California Lighthouse. Open everyday from 9.00 AM. Renowned for our unsurpassed culinary masterpieces, years of experience in Authentic Italian Cuisine, a reputation of excellence, breathtaking views and the utmost in Warm Aruban Service magically surrounded by the best Nature, Culture and History have to offer makes......Read more »
Madame Janette
Welcome to Madame Janette The kitchen staff prides itself on preparing most of the dishes a la minute and it features a specials menu. Steaks, grilled meats from the rotisserie, salmon and Chilean sea bass as well as local fish like mahi mahi and grouper, fresh pasta and a wide choice of appetizers are some of the choices you'll find at Madame Janette's. Proud Member of Les Amis d' Escoffier and awarded with two Gold Medals and Restaurant of the Year 2005! Madame Janette... The Place For People Who Like To Eat! http://www.madamejanette.infoRead more »