From beachfront bites to local favorites
Must-try restaurants in Aruba
Aruba has a lot of amazing places to eat, whether you’re craving a casual lunch by the beach, fresh and healthy bites, or a unique local dining experience.
We picked 6 of our Favorite Restaurants, all at just a short drive from Villa Tibushi and the Aruba Studios.
Moomba Beach Restaurant
For a relaxed meal right on the sand, Moomba Beach is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy the tropical breeze while watching the ocean. Often with live music!
Type: Beachfront casual
Price: €€ (moderate)
Parking: Free parking at the restaurant
Website: https://www.moombabeach.com/
Eduardo's Beach Shack
Start your day with a delicious fruit bowl or a healthy breakfast plate at Eduardo’s. Perfect for fueling up before a day of sun and sea. Our favorite is the açai bowl!
Type: Healthy breakfast & lunch
Price: € (affordable)
Parking: Street parking in Palm Beach (paid)
Website: https://eduardosbeachshack.com/
El Faro Blanco
Just under the lighthouse in Arashi, El Faro Blanco serves up classic Italian dishes with an incredible view over the island. Sunset dinners here are simply magical.
Type: Italian, ocean view
Price: €€ – €€€ (moderate to upscale)
Parking: Free parking at the restaurant
Website: https://faroblancorestaurant.com/
Pelican Nest
Looking for a unique dining experience? The Pelican Nest sits on a pier right above the ocean! Enjoy seafood and cocktails with a stunning view.
Type: Seafood & casual dining
Price: €€ – €€€ (moderate to upscale)
Parking: Street parking in Palm Beach (paid)
Website: https://www.pelicannestaruba.com/
Gasparito
For authentic Aruban cuisine, visit Gasparito, a traditional restaurant housed in an original cunucu house. Try local dishes for a true taste of the island.
Type: Traditional Aruban cuisine
Price: €€ (moderate)
Parking: Street parking (free)
Website: https://www.gasparito.com/
Don Jacinto
Craving Colombian flavors? Don Jacinto in Oranjestad is the spot for the best Colombian dishes on the island.
Type: Colombian cuisine
Price: €€ (moderate)
Parking: Free parking at the restaurant
Website: https://donjacintoaruba.com/
Plenty more restaurants to discover in Aruba
For this blog we have highlighted our favorite spots in Palm Beach, but Aruba is full of incredible restaurants waiting to be discovered. Stay tuned for more tasty tips in our next blogs!
