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“Another wonderful meal.”

Barefoot Restaurant
Ranked #29 of 285 Restaurants in Oranjestad
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: $20 - $40
Cuisines: Caribbean, Seafood, International
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Good for: Local cuisine, Special occasions, Romantic, Business meetings
Dining options: Dinner, Breakfast, Late Night, Delivery, Reservations
Description: Aruba is all about the fabulous beaches during the day, and the many great restaurants at night. It is only logical that these two unique things of Aruba are combined into one! Luc & Gerco found the perfect spot to synergize great food, and a beautiful setting to create an experience almost unique on our island. When listening to the ocean caressing the shore, while wiggling your toes through the pearly white sand, why not let yourself be pampered by a gourmet dinner? Chef Gerco & Maitre d' Luc had a shared dream of opening up a restaurant here, but wanted something in line with what they enjoy on Aruba: the nearly perfect climate, the possibility to always be outside, the tropical feel... When opening their restaurant, they had these ideas in their heads, and it worked like a charm! Tables under a large palapa on a wooden deck with a view of the ocean, or outside under the Aruban nights sky, on the pristine beach... An original menu was created by Gerco and team, with some of the old school favorites as well as locally influenced dishes. With the help of the local wine suppliers, Luc made an extensive wine list, with wines from all over the world, and is always ready to pair a wine with your dinner. The experienced service team is friendly yet professional, ready to wow you from the moment you walk in, to make a fabulous evening into a great memory on Aruba!
Reviewed April 17, 2023

This has been our go to restaurant for the last night on the island for the last 10 years. Schedule at Sunset the views are amazing. The Flirtini is delicious. I had the Beef Carpaccio which was a very nice size and enough to share with Hubbie. It had a small sampling in the middle of the plate that tasted like a tiny Ceaseur salad and it was sprinkled with pine nute. He had the Ceasar Salad and said it was the best on the island. (We've eaten many places). I had the Grouper with mango and it was very tasty and a good size. Hubbie had shrinp something or other. He was to busy eatting to let me know how he liked it but the plate was clean so theres that. The service is very attentive.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Thank 213DonnaJ
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Reviewed April 16, 2023

Amazing food, great sunset views, perfect place for dinner, service was outstanding, the location and transportation was easy.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed April 16, 2023

We love cuisine here and the service and the setting on the beach at surfside. We've come on both our trips to Aruba. The food is second-to-none and the staff, especially the manager, are knowledgeable and attentive. The only disappointment on our last visit was the beach bar immediately next door was playing loud music with a heavy beat, so it's not the best choice if you want a quiet dinner.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Thank Robert S
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Reviewed April 7, 2023

An amazing setting sitting at a table on the beach watching a beautiful sunset with drinks and a fabulous meal. The service was excellent. Mojitos were so refreshing. The appetizer of beef capaccio was exquisite. My meal was grouper with mango cream cheese in mango sauce which was cooked perfect. His meal was grouper with a crust which was deserved as delicious. The key lime pie was so tasty. What a perfect evening at this restaurant. We will visit again next year while in Aruba. Reservations must be made in advance for the beach tables.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed April 7, 2023

Beautiful sunset views, excellent service, and the most delicious food on the island!! Barefoot Restaurant is not to be missed, you will not be disappointed. Make a reservation for 7:00 so you can see the sunset from beginning to end!

Date of visit: March 2023
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Thank Leslie H
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