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Glenn · 01-05-2012, 08:08 AM

Hi Krissys2745,

I agree with tjsbeer, give Papillon a try.

I see that Tueday appears to be "protein day". May I suggest El Gaucho. A six day vacation in Aruba means you'll be using up a lot of protein; what with all that laying on the beach, swimming, shopping, eating , drinking and playing in the casinos. Of course that protein needs to be replaced. To put it bluntly, El Gaucho's 16oz Gaucho steak is the best-tasting source of protein on the planet, period. You can thank me later.

Have a great time.

Glenn

StacyLovesDisney · 01-06-2012, 02:21 PM

I hesitate to mention Yemanja because it is my favorite and I don't want it to get too crowded! But it is wonderful!! I wouldn't miss it.

jdoll · 01-06-2012, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by jaw

Please consider Barefoot as a choice.

The best chef on the island IMHO. While M. Jennette's has several fine dishes it is not the same experience or meal Barefoots offers.

And I would suggest you substitute Passions for Flying Fishbone. It's a better "feet in the sand" dining experience and Streaming Eagle/Flying Fishbone are (I assume they still are anyway) the same ownership.

Best seafood on the island is Wacky Wahoos; again IMHO.

mmattalo · 01-07-2012, 08:10 AM

I would add Amuse Bistro to your list. French inspired food done with an Aruban flare . . . a must experience dinner. Michael

jeffnev · 01-07-2012, 03:15 PM

We loved Amuse Bistro, especially the option of small plate sizes for almost all of their entrees. This gives you a chance to sample so many of their yummy dishes!

devilsangel7681 · 01-07-2012, 11:25 PM

El Gaucho - a local Argentina steak restaurant. You won't be disappointed I promise, I have never eaten better steak and have lived in Texas my whole life!

arubahenry · 01-12-2012, 08:52 AM

Great choices!!
Only one that I might change is Flying Fishbone to Passions. Flying Fishbone is quite a drive and the last couple times has been very crowded.
I recently tried to make reservations for Carte Blanche for the end of February and they are booked with only a few days remaining for March...

We plan on trying Barefoot this year as the reviews have all been very positive.
Bon appetit!

ricky59 · 01-14-2012, 11:35 AM

very few mention azzuro, they have an excellent menu, and great food, and great location overlooking the beach...

EHampite · 01-14-2012, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by StacyLovesDisney

I hesitate to mention Yemanja because it is my favorite and I don't want it to get too crowded! But it is wonderful!! I wouldn't miss it.

I have to agree - Yemanja has climbed to the top of our list and we go several times during our visit. Fabulous food!

arubabob · 02-03-2012, 03:03 PM

I would drop Ruths Chris and go to El Gaucho. I can go to RCs here if I want. El Gauchos is an experience for steak lovers.

01-05-2012, 08:08 AM	#11 (permalink)
Glenn Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Since 1980, and throughout the many changes, we still love going downtown in Oranjestad. Posts: 130	Hi Krissys2745, I agree with tjsbeer, give Papillon a try. I see that Tueday appears to be "protein day". May I suggest El Gaucho. A six day vacation in Aruba means you'll be using up a lot of protein; what with all that laying on the beach, swimming, shopping, eating , drinking and playing in the casinos. Of course that protein needs to be replaced. To put it bluntly, El Gaucho's 16oz Gaucho steak is the best-tasting source of protein on the planet, period. You can thank me later. Have a great time. Glenn Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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StacyLovesDisney Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 5	I hesitate to mention Yemanja because it is my favorite and I don't want it to get too crowded! But it is wonderful!! I wouldn't miss it. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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mmattalo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 232	I would add Amuse Bistro to your list. French inspired food done with an Aruban flare . . . a must experience dinner. Michael Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-07-2012, 03:15 PM	#15 (permalink)
jeffnev Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: palm beach, eagle beach, any happy hour Posts: 547 Images: 4	We loved Amuse Bistro, especially the option of small plate sizes for almost all of their entrees. This gives you a chance to sample so many of their yummy dishes! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Last edited by jeffnev; 01-08-2012 at 04:29 PM.

01-07-2012, 11:25 PM	#16 (permalink)
devilsangel7681 Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Costa Linda, Reniessance, any place where there is a beach and tiki hut I am good 8) Posts: 99	El Gaucho - a local Argentina steak restaurant. You won't be disappointed I promise, I have never eaten better steak and have lived in Texas my whole life! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

01-12-2012, 08:52 AM	#17 (permalink)
arubahenry Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 20	Great choices!! Only one that I might change is Flying Fishbone to Passions. Flying Fishbone is quite a drive and the last couple times has been very crowded. I recently tried to make reservations for Carte Blanche for the end of February and they are booked with only a few days remaining for March... We plan on trying Barefoot this year as the reviews have all been very positive. Bon appetit! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-14-2012, 11:35 AM	#18 (permalink)
ricky59 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 187	very few mention azzuro, they have an excellent menu, and great food, and great location overlooking the beach... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

02-03-2012, 03:03 PM	#20 (permalink)
arubabob Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Eagle Beach, Baby Beach, Arashi Beach Tierra Del Sol golf course Posts: 145	I would drop Ruths Chris and go to El Gaucho. I can go to RCs here if I want. El Gauchos is an experience for steak lovers. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook