Romantic Restaurants in Aruba

2 Fools And A Bull is a unique restaurant located in Aruba’s restored Old Cunucu House. Two ‘fools’ are two chefs Roger and Roy, who entertain 17 guests around a circular bar with a five-and-half-course meal with optional wine pairing. Everyone eats at the same time, the jokes and banter fly around, guests get up, mingle, comment and have enormous fun. The background is a fabulous original French fire wall and a large blackboard with the menu for the evening. The atmosphere is like being invited to a home of a good friend who just happens to cook for gods. What is for dinner? You will not know until you sit down to eat. But, with two chefs with 40 years of experience between them, it is always a wonderful surprise. The reservation is a must and you might be put on the waiting list, but it is well-worth it.

Route 3 Palm Beach 17, Noord, Aruba, Phone: +297-586-7177

Aruba Marriott’s beachfront restaurant Atardi, previously known as Simply Fish, is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner, with tables right on the beach, surrounded by stately palm trees on one side and ocean in front. It is the place for a romantic date, a glass of champagne while waiting for the sunset and superb dinner by accomplished Atardi chefs. The menu focuses on fresh fish and seafood cooked to perfection and it includes Lobster Tail, Sea Bass, Macadamia Grouper and Salmon but also Short Robs and Filet Mignon. Don’t skip a dessert, it is divine.

L.G. Smith Boulevard # 101 Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, Aruba, Phone: +297-520-6537

Barefoot Restaurant is located right on the beach, across the street from Aruba’s Talk of the Town. The tables are set in the sand under the large palapa, overlooking the Caribbean Sea, or you can sit under the stars if you feel particularly romantic. The dress code says ‘flip flops’, but barefoot is fine too. This great tropical vibe does not prepare guests for the world-class food they will get, with spectacular wine list and mouth-watering desserts. Everything is prepared to perfection, from appetizers that include Two Tuna – tuna carpaccio and tuna tartar with teriyaki sauce and sesame seeds and Romance of the Sea with snapper, grouper and mahi mahi with lemon garlic sauce.

L.G. Smith Boulevard 1, Oranjestad, Aruba, Phone: +297-588-9824

BLT Steak is a sleek, modern bistro in The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba, a contemporary version of American steak house but more relaxed and lively. There is a lovely patio overlooking the beach and the ocean. The menu offers a range of gourmet choices such as Certified Black Angus, USDA Prime steaks, Wagyu beef, fresh seafood, extensive raw bar and daily special. The ingredients are fresh, seasonal and local whenever possible, with occasional Aruba traditional flavors. The best deal, perfect for a date night, is a prix fixe three course meal that is sure to impress. Large cozy bar and the lounge area are popular local gathering spot, offering original cocktails, craft beer from all over the world and respectable wine list.

L.G. Smith Blvd 107, Noord, Aruba, Phone: +297-527-2399

Chalet Suisse is an international chain of upscale restaurants located in specially built chalets, designed to look like typical Swiss mountain homes. Their Aruba location is very elegant, bright and luxuriously appointed, with crystal chandeliers, crisp white tablecloths and relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Chalet Suisse is located across from Eagle Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It is the place where locals and tourists come for a special occasion, romantic dinner or a celebration. The extensive menu ranges from fresh seasonal salads, succulent seafood, the finest meats imported from New York, sinful house-made desserts and a superb wine list with wines from all over the world. One of their specialties is the “Hafner, ” wine specially and exclusively imported for Chalet Swiss from Austria,

J.E. Irausquin Blvd 246, Aruba, Phone: +297-587-5054

Elements Restaurant is an upscale restaurant in Aruba with floor-to-ceiling windows that open to the large deck overlooking the beach and the ocean. Bright, elegant, romantic and adults-only, Elements is a perfect spot for an important date or a special occasion. Elements’ menu is globally-inspired and focuses on natural, organic ingredients and European-size portions, well-balanced for healthier living. The menu features sustainable seafood, natural meats and locally grown produce and includes vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes. Every Monday evening Elements serves a special Aruban Dinner in addition to the regular menu. If you are planning a romantic dinner, Elements has just what you need: a special 6-course meal with a bottle of wine in a private secluded palapa right on the beach, with white curtains, candlelight and the sound of waves.

J.E. Irausquin Blvd 55B, Oranjestad, Aruba, Phone: +297-583-1100

Lively and informal during the day and incredibly romantic at night, Flying Fishbone is an open-air restaurant right on the beach, with toes in the sand, surrounded by swaying palms and soothed by the sound of waves from the Aruba’s Savaneta Bay. The menu focuses on succulent fresh seafood and juicy steak dishes, beautifully plated, combining European cuisine with Caribbean flavors. Everything is cooked to perfection, but the star of the show is the iconic Savaneta’s Seafood History with a mix of fresh seafood caught by the local fishermen. The wine list is extensive and well-curated and the restaurant staff can offer knowledgeable suggestion for dish and wine pairing. Don’t miss the dessert, there are some special treats from all over the world.

Savaneta 344, Savaneta, Aruba, Phone: +297-584-2506

Located on the second floor above Que Pasa? in the Aruba’s downtown Oranjestad, Fred Restaurant is a heaven for foodies. Adult-only, the restaurant is a cozy, opulently decorated space looking more like a luxurious home than a public space. Fred seats a maximum of 16 guests, who are served a 5-course surprise dinner with optional wine pairing. The chef prepares food in front of the guests who can watch the magic and chat with chef and other guests. The menu is a surprise and depends on what is available and in season and what the chef feels for at the moment. What is sure is that everything is prepared to perfection with fresh, high quality ingredients. Reservations are a must.

Wilhelminastraat 18, Oranjestad, Aruba, Phone: +297-565-2324