As local hosts at Your Aruba Home, we share the places, practical details, and island experiences we genuinely recommend to our guests.
Breakfast worth leaving bed for
Start with Linda's Dutch Pancakes for an authentic Dutch-style breakfast, or visit Huchada for Aruban pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and savory snacks.
Moko Snack Corner
A favorite for pastechi, croquettes, and sandwiches. Bring cash and remember that Sunday morning is usually their day off.
Mi Boca Dushi
Fresh dragon fruit from Cunucu di Jimmy, empanadas, arepas, grilled meats, soups, and a small dine-in area.
Casual lunches and island flavor
Los Cafeteros
A warm Colombian lunch spot with weekday specials. Arrive in time for lunch before popular dishes sell out.
Glenn's Place Aruba
One of our favorite affordable lunches for Aruban stews, soups, and deeply flavored local dishes.
Aruba Nautical Club
A relaxed weekend lunch or early dinner with fresh Aruban seafood.
Zeerovers
A classic stop for fresh seafood during a day of beach hopping.
Dinner and sunset
Marina Pirata
Seafood and dinner with a view of the water.
Lima Bistro
Peruvian flavors paired with locally grown herbs.
Yemanja
Wood-fired cooking with bold Caribbean influences.
Barefoot
An elegant, romantic sunset dinner on the beach.
Divi Sushi Bar & Lounge
Sushi, cocktails, and a polished setting at The Ritz-Carlton.
Casa Tua at Arawak Garden
Easygoing Italian food and pizza.
Smokey Joe's Island Grill
A lively choice when baby back ribs are calling.
Late-night and takeaway
Aruba's food trucks are part of island life. When you want a late-night bite, ask what is popular nearby and sample a different cuisine from one of the trucks around the island.