Here are the best restaurants in Aruba for you to choose from, as recommended by locals and experienced by me. TBH, Aruba restaurants are so good, you can’t really go wrong!
You can expect a whole range of international cuisine when travelling around Aruba in the Caribbean. The restaurants in Aruba are top quality and cater for a range of diets, including vegan and gluten free. I had some excellent meals in Aruba and was thrilled with the foodie experiences here, as well as what was on my plate / in my bowl.
I mean, just look at the picture of Zeerovers Restaurant below!
My favourite meals of my trip to Aruba include the sushi at Sensi, the poke bowl on the beach at Eduardo’s, and the prawns at most visitors’ favourite Aruba restaurant, Zeerovers. The breakfast at Craft on the main Palm Beach strip was pretty sweet too.
From Aruba classics to the latest additions, these 8 best restaurants in Key West will keep your mouths busy, and stomachs full!
Best restaurants in Aruba
Here are the greatest places to eat in Aruba to get the energy to explore all the amazing things to do on the island.
1. Zeerovers
Of all the Aruba restaurants on the list, Zeerovers is the absolute must experience.
It’s one of the best Aruba restaurants on the water and you just get so much excellent quality food for the price. I had a massive bucket of prawns, with loads of fries on the side too. I was determined to finish it but still couldn’t quite manage the epic portions.
One of the reasons why Zeerovers is one of the most popular Aruba restaurants on the beach is that you’re just expected to get ‘stuck in’. There are no airs and graces here, you just use your fingers (knives and forks available!) and enjoy the experience of satisfying your hunger in a beautiful location.
You can eat under the roof and enjoy the breeze flowing through as you stuff your face with prawns and fries, or you can book early and sit out on one of the picnic benches on the pier, and watch the days catch come in.
2. Garden Fresh
Garden Fresh is one of the best places in Aruba to grab a nutritious breakfast or lunch. Why don’t they make salads like this in England?
So. Good.
“Create your own lunch bowl, vegetable salad, fruit salad, fresh juice, smoothie, panini or wrap with the selected choices of fruits and vegetables you desire or what your diet requires. This ‘Create Your Own’ system has been helpful for many people with a specific meal plan. Our signature juices, smoothies, salads, panini or wraps are the perfect choice for a quick, easy yet healthy lunch or dinner.”
– GARDEN FRESH
They serve some fab smoothies and iced coffees here too, and you can sit and enjoy on the forecourt, or go inside for that wonderful air conditioning. They also do delivery if you prefer.
I ordered two drinks, had to be done.
3. Barefoot Aruba
Looking for somewhere a little extra for your Aruba dining experience?
Barefoot Aruba is a beautiful restaurant, set on the beach – and best of all, flipflops are welcome!
Dine here and you can eat by candlelight with the breeze in your hair, sand under your feet and some wonderful food and drink on the table. The Caribbean Sea is just in front of you as you sit under the palapa and enjoy the unique experience.
The menu here is amazing – you NEED to try those prawns!
Barefoot is one of the best Aruba restaurants on the beach, but make sure you book in advance. It’s a popular place!
4. Craft Coffee Bar
If you’re looking for the top restaurants in Aruba for breakfast, then Craft Coffee Bar is where you need to be. They serve cocktails and food throughout the day, but I visited for breakfast and can’t recommend it enough.
This healthy breakfast bowl was everything I needed and wanted. And that presentation – love it.
As well as healthy breakfast bowls, they also serve tacos, skillet eggs, pancakes and waffles too.
Located on the main strip, this is a great spot for people watching!
5. Local Store
For a super relaxed dining experience in Aruba, go to Local Store burger bar. The chicken wings here are amazing – so much choice as well!
This is one of those Aruba restaurants you need to arrive ravenous at, so you can really make the most of all the choice on the menu.
Local Store is a great option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and has an excellent range of beers to try too. Like the rest of the island, there’s a super chilled vibe here, and you can get takeaway and curbside pick up too.
You’ll definitely want to go back!
6. Hostaria Da’ Vittorio
Seeing as these Aruba restaurant reviews are all so enthusiastic – given the food on Aruba is amazing – here’s a 4 star review from me, to keep the balance.
Hostaria Da’ Vittorio was probably my least favourite on this list of the best restaurants in Aruba, but that’s mainly down to the fact I wanted relaxed beachy vibes. Hostaria Da’ Vittorio is set back a bit from the beach, and quite a heavy meal and menu.
I wanted to include it though as I know there are lots of Italian food fans out there, and if you want Italian food on Aruba, then this is the place to experience it!
Pretty good pasta to seafood ratio there, hey?!
If you want somewhere fancy to eat on Aruba, with a formal dining experience too, then this is the Aruba restaurant for you. It’s still not that formal though, this is Aruba after all!
“Our well-known Master Chef Vittorio Muscariello, who had opened the most prestigious Italian Restaurants on the island: Valentino’s & La Trattoria El Faro Blanco, took a step forward to delight his costumers in his own “house”, using the most authentic Italian products, to bring to your palate the truly taste of the Italian dishes. The only authentic Forno al Legna in Aruba, preparing the best Pizza’s and special dishes.”
– Hostaria Da’ Vittorio
7. Yami Yami
Yami Yami was off the strip of the main Aruba restaurants visitors usually go to, but I just needed some sushi in my life. It felt less of a tourist place and more ‘hidden’.
Yami Yami deserves to come out of the shadows though because the food here was FAB, and great value too.
I had sushi, salad and some prawns too. A great sushi fix and just by the supermarket if you want to go and pick up some local snacks to munch on the beach for dessert.
8. The Westdeck
One of the great things about this top restaurant in Aruba is that it’s on the way to the airport and so the perfect spot to sit and watch the planes as they take off.
So, if you’re wondering where to eat in Aruba to top of your trip, and maybe have a few cocktails too, then head to The Westdeck.
As well as it’s great location right by the beach and near the airport, Westdeck also serve some great dishes from their beachfront kitchen. I had local fish and salad, with two cocktails on the side to see me off.
Look out for the specials to finish your Aruba holiday in style.
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9. Passions on the Beach
For another Aruba restaurant on the beach, try Passions on the Beach, which is part of the Amsterdam Manor, where I stayed during my time on Aruba. As the name suggests, the tables, chairs and service are all on the beach, and it’s kind of magical to see.
Also, great seafood to the sound of the dreamy lapping waves – so romantic!
“Enjoy the sun setting over the beautiful Caribbean Sea as the waves crash against the sugar sand beach making music to your ears. As it gets darker, the soft lights of tiki torches illuminate the night adding to the enchantment of your dining experience. At Passions on the Beach, guests experience an unparalleled dining culinary experience as they savor our unique culinary dishes with an Aruba flare, savoring a glass of wine and ending their evening with a delicious dessert that can be customized to celebrate any occasion.
– PASSIONS ON THE BEACH
10. Eduardo’s Beach Shack
Eduardo’s Beach Shack was definitely one of my favourite restaurants in Aruba, the food was amazing.
The beach shack is kind of hidden and unassuming, in between the other beach shacks on Palm Beach, near the Hyatt. You need to seek it out though.
Eduardo’s do all kinds of poke bowls, acai bowls, juices, smoothies and raw treats. The shack has been around for 13 years now, and if you want some pretty food, that tastes amazing and is a good price – then this is the best option for you!
Best restaurants in Aruba
The restaurants in Aruba are one of the many reasons it’s such a popular island, and has such a high return rate for tourists. The seafood, the chilled vibes and the awesome beach bars are just a few of the reasons why your holiday to Aruba is guaranteed to be amazing.
Herb
Tuesday 29th of June 2021
Great reviews, have been to some of them. Would be nice to see some prices.
VickyFlipFlop
Friday 9th of July 2021
Thanks for reading Herb! It's difficult to keep up with prices across the whole site, but I've included a few links above so you can definitely click through. Thanks.