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jenndrez · 05-21-2008, 04:53 PM

Hello,

Any italian dining choices on the island? (aside from standard pizza, etc).
Looking for recommendations on medium to upscale establishments.

Thanks in advance!

KATH2ME · 05-21-2008, 04:58 PM

THIS SITE WAS SENT TO ME, I'M SURE YOU'LL ALSO FIND IT VERY HELPFUL
http://www.restaurantsaruba.com/ital...e_type=italian

HAVE A GREAT TIME

jenndrez · 05-21-2008, 05:08 PM

Hi Kathy,

Thanks for the link - this is exactly what I was looking for! :-)

I'll post my feedback on which restaurant I end up at when I return.

How many times have you been to Aruba?

cindyo · 05-21-2008, 05:14 PM

OMG....Casa Tua is the place to be !!! Went twice the last trip, I would have gone there everynite if it wasn't for my families other choices. A MUST VISIT ! 2 locations, downtown and high rise area.

KATH2ME · 05-21-2008, 05:16 PM

My First Trip Won't Be Until Nov. , But Have Been Researching ( Alot ) , As You, The People On This Forum Are So So Helpful, You'll Find Some Of Them Have Been To Aruba Many Many Times, They Love It And They're Full Of Any Info You Might Need, Just Ask And You'll Get Responses.
They're Great :d ( Gee, Feel Like A Bowl Of Cereal )

Liz - Aruba Lover · 05-21-2008, 05:16 PM

Casa Tua is above Rumba's behind Renaissance mall. Just opened while Cindyo and I were there in April.

Oxblood · 05-22-2008, 01:19 AM

The best italian food ive ever had was at the restuarant by the California Lighthouse, called La Trattoria El Faro Blanco. Amazing views, it's all outdoor, and they have amazing food. I usually get the 4 cheese ravioli which has a bleu cheese sauce, and for dessert they have a delicious homemade cannoli.

http://www.aruba-latrattoria.com/

rob o · 05-22-2008, 06:33 AM

Wide range of Italian options.... For those on a budget, Casa Tua (there are two locations: highrise and downtown) and La Terraza, second floor across from the former Carlos and Charlies. They used to offer a 20% discount to timeshare owners too!

cindyo · 05-22-2008, 07:21 AM

Stop by the lighthouse for the scenery while visiting the area, the pizza and food is extremely expensive. You are paying for the view.

CPhT Nancy · 05-22-2008, 08:29 AM

We ate at Casa Tua downtown last night. It was very good. We sat out on the balcony facing the Renaissance and the almost full moon came up near the clock/bell tower. The house cab sav at $22/bottle from Chile was incredibly good for an inexpensive wine. But a first, we were approached by a panhandler walking back to the Ren. He was friendly, but pushy - gave him a buck and he thanked us.

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jenndrez Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 8	Italian Restaurants? Hello, Any italian dining choices on the island? (aside from standard pizza, etc). Looking for recommendations on medium to upscale establishments. Thanks in advance! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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KATH2ME Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Radisson, Gilligans Posts: 818	THIS SITE WAS SENT TO ME, I'M SURE YOU'LL ALSO FIND IT VERY HELPFUL http://www.restaurantsaruba.com/ital...e_type=italian HAVE A GREAT TIME Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Kathy

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jenndrez Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 8	Hi Kathy, Thanks for the link - this is exactly what I was looking for! :-) I'll post my feedback on which restaurant I end up at when I return. How many times have you been to Aruba? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,691 Images: 138	OMG....Casa Tua is the place to be !!! Went twice the last trip, I would have gone there everynite if it wasn't for my families other choices. A MUST VISIT ! 2 locations, downtown and high rise area. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Cindyo Family Poolside at the Rennaissance suites April 2010 Family with Bully, arubalisa & family Next Aruba trip in

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KATH2ME Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Radisson, Gilligans Posts: 818	My First Trip Won't Be Until Nov. , But Have Been Researching ( Alot ) , As You, The People On This Forum Are So So Helpful, You'll Find Some Of Them Have Been To Aruba Many Many Times, They Love It And They're Full Of Any Info You Might Need, Just Ask And You'll Get Responses. They're Great :d ( Gee, Feel Like A Bowl Of Cereal ) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Kathy

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Liz - Aruba Lover Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,351	Casa Tua is above Rumba's behind Renaissance mall. Just opened while Cindyo and I were there in April. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ http://dinearuba.com

05-22-2008, 01:19 AM	#7 (permalink)
Oxblood Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: All of the island! Posts: 17	The best italian food ive ever had was at the restuarant by the California Lighthouse, called La Trattoria El Faro Blanco. Amazing views, it's all outdoor, and they have amazing food. I usually get the 4 cheese ravioli which has a bleu cheese sauce, and for dessert they have a delicious homemade cannoli. http://www.aruba-latrattoria.com/ Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

05-22-2008, 06:33 AM	#8 (permalink)
rob o Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,856	Wide range of Italian options.... For those on a budget, Casa Tua (there are two locations: highrise and downtown) and La Terraza, second floor across from the former Carlos and Charlies. They used to offer a 20% discount to timeshare owners too! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ rob o....with cindyo and our daughters WE ARE IN ARUBA NOW Next trip after that

05-22-2008, 07:21 AM	#9 (permalink)
cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,691 Images: 138	Stop by the lighthouse for the scenery while visiting the area, the pizza and food is extremely expensive. You are paying for the view. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Cindyo Family Poolside at the Rennaissance suites April 2010 Family with Bully, arubalisa & family Next Aruba trip in

05-22-2008, 08:29 AM	#10 (permalink)
CPhT Nancy Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Rennaissance private island Posts: 49	We ate at Casa Tua downtown last night. It was very good. We sat out on the balcony facing the Renaissance and the almost full moon came up near the clock/bell tower. The house cab sav at $22/bottle from Chile was incredibly good for an inexpensive wine. But a first, we were approached by a panhandler walking back to the Ren. He was friendly, but pushy - gave him a buck and he thanked us. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Next Aruba trip in