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Driftwood

Klipstraat 12, Oranjestad, Aruba
(+297) 583-2515
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Ranked #16 of 72 restaurants in Oranjestad
Price range: $1 - $36
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
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Murphy, North Carolina
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16 reviews 16 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

My wife and I found a promotional ad for a three course dinner for $26.95 and decided to try it. It is located a couple of blocks behind the main street in Oranjestad with little parking. If you have a car, it is best to park in the available free parking areas along this street near the harbor if possible,... More

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long island, New York
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37 reviews 37 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
137 helpful votes 137 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Just returned from Aruba and wanted to write a review of the Driftwood. We had been told to ask for the three course special and made sure we did. My husband had the salad and said it was just okay. Garlic bread was tasty and the cornbread was good too. My coconut shrimp appetizer was three pieces and good too.... More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW via mobile

Overall, a good experience. Well decorated interior with a driftwood theme on the walls and little huts over some of the tables. The menu, however, is outdated because we tried to order some items and were told they were no longer served there (conch for one). Didn't have mint for mojitos (also on menu). Garlic butter for garlic shrimp had... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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19 reviews 19 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

I looked them up and found there location. so we went on a hunt.. hard to find place. it is on a back street. with road construction. but it was worth it.. nice place inside .. the manager took it upon himself to help out our waiter. we had a coupon from AGA.. paid for in advance food. but they... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

We had are fish that we caught earlier in the day. Wahoo and tuna. Very good. Nice restaurant and decor. Friendly staff.

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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25 reviews 25 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Nothing exception - atmosphere was noisy, service average and food just so so. Ordered the Calamari for $9 and it was literally 9 rings in a tomato sauce. I personally would not return.

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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013 via mobile

Went to this restaurant based on the reviews. We were not disappointed. Very good, fresh seafood. The coconut shrimp were amazing!!

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Dennis, Massachusetts
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013 via mobile

We got the "secret" 3 course meal menu which was a steal on the island for 27 dollars. We both got salads, filet mignons, and cake for desert and they were all good. The location is a little weird, on a not so nice street set back from the harbor area. Once inside though its a great atmosphere and there... More

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Franksville, WI
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66 reviews 66 reviews
36 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Good seafood! Especially the king crab. My husband had the king crab and it was superb! I had the garlic shrimp, also very good.

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Long Beach, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

I was told by someone that the food there is awesome so I decided to try it out. You have to ask them for the special menu which has salad, the fresh catch and dessert for a great price.The food was amazing!

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