Katie & Gabe
Our Aruba Recommendations
Terrazza Italiana
La Terraza Italian Rooftop located on Eagle Beach. Beautiful rooftop restaurant with views of the beach, perfect for sunset!! Excellent Italian food and cocktails! Call to make a reservation
Madame Janette’s
Madame Janette’s is a beautiful restaurant with outdoor or indoor seating. Perfect if you are looking for a fancier upscale dining. Usually has live music. Our favorite dishes are “The original Almond Grouper” or Steak for two! End the night with their espresso martini and dessert! **Can reserve a table on OpenTable or website
Papamiento Restaurant
Papamiento Restaurant offers outdoor dining in their garden around a pool. They also have an indoor cigar lounge. Another upscale restaurant that requires a reservation. The menu is mostly seafood dishes and steak. Recommend eating after sunset when the string lights come on! Recommend anything “Grilled and served on the stone” ** Can request reservation on website or call
Royal Aruba Restaurant
Fred Royale is “food experience” It’s an 8 course meal w wine pairings and the chef cooks in front of you. Really unique dishes, we have done it twice and both times it was amazing! **Need to book far in advance
Lola Tacqueria
Lola Tacqueria located in Palm Beach near the high rise hotels. Casual fun vibe with awesome tacos and drinks. Have taco Tuesday deals ($1 tacos all day!)
ATV or UTV tours
Thrilling way to experience the island! Jump into the natural pool and drive around the desert… these tours are typically around 4-6 hours long. Can book at resort during your stay
Alto Vista Winery & Distillery
Alto Vista Winery & Distillery is located on the east side of the island, maybe a 15 minute taxi ride away from the hotels. First and only winery on the island… they do grow their own grapes even in the desert!! Highly recommend doing the Winery/ Distillery Tour with Tastings. You will tour the vineyard and enjoy tasting their run and wines with a charcuterie board. We went around sunset. Experience is less than 2 hours. $43 per person. Can book on their website.
Baby Beach
Baby beach is located at the south end of the island. (You would need to rent a car to get here) The brightest blue water with incredible snorkeling!! Such a fun day trip.
Bohemian Bar & Restaurant
We never ate here, but sat at the bar and watched the bartender make unique cocktails all night! Our favorite was the chocolate martini!