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Aruba Beach Cafe

Aruba Beach Cafe

Seafood Restaurant, Caribbean Restaurant, and American Restaurant$$$$
Lauderdale by the sea
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  • Stars
    Ranked #3 for seafood restaurants in Lauderdale by the sea
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    Jennifer O.
    "Must have: Bimini Bread and Key Lime Martinis!"(14 Tips)
    Kathy C.
    "Back wrapped scallops, Mahi Mahi tacos & seafood quesadilla"(3 Tips)
    Camila R.
    "The seafood Louie salad is so good!"(3 Tips)
    Gus S.
    "The live solo band and beach view is awesome"(3 Tips)
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  • New Times Broward Palm Beach
    Aruba Beach Cafe is quintessential South Florida livin'. It hasn't really changed much since it opened in 1983. Both tourists & locals frequent this classically Floridian upbeat eatery.
  • Foxxy B.heart icon on user image
    Foxxy BNovember 27, 2017
    Typical big American feel. Oysters are massive, mussels are absolutely drowning in butter & garlic, & the rub on anything “blackened” is very strong. Drinks could be classed up a bit. Location is top!
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    LIPSapp.comJuly 1, 2016
    Almost always good. Watch the ocean and chill while having great food and drink. Go early on Sunday if you plan on brunch as it ends at 11AM
  • Fort Lauderdale M.
    The Bimini bread is served w/ honey butter. W/ rotating drink specials, the happy hour packs the ocean-view bar. - See more at: http://flmag.com/restaurant-guide/aruba-beach-cafe#sthash.KoQTSTbW.dpuf
  • S C.heart icon on user image
    S ClarkJuly 8, 2016
    Everything is awesome and that includes our server tonight, Chuck was friendly, answered every menu question, and even talked me into the best apple, caramel pie I've ever had ! GreatFood GreatServer
  • Paula S.
    Paula SantosMarch 23, 2013
    This place is awesome. Directly on the beach, they usually have live music and the food is pretty good. My sons also love it (they are 13 and 16).
  • Miami.com
    Miami.comAugust 1, 2014
    Order some of the signature Bimini bread for the table. (The full loaf is huge; a half order is plenty for parties of four or fewer.) The conch fritters are good for sharing, too. Read more
  • Holly H.heart icon on user image
    Looks like just another beach strip restaurant, but fresh, quality food! Outdoor seating is best because the music inside is overwhelming and doesn't work if you want to have a conversation.
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KassMarch 30, 2017
    Great Mali mahi Cesar salad. Great view of the ocean but there are many drunks. These two were so drunk and yelling non sense. Be careful who you sit next to there. The waiter said they were drinkin
  • Miami.com
    Miami.comAugust 1, 2014
    The atmosphere is upbeat, with live music daily and dancing after 9 or 10 p.m. Looking for a bargain? Come for happy hour (4-7 p.m.) on Friday and enjoy a complimentary pig roast. Read more
  • Michael B.heart icon on user image
    Michael BelluardoJuly 8, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome food. Get the mahi mahi sandwich blackened with the vegetables as a side and ditch the bun. Great lunch
  • Malcom B.heart icon on user image
    Malcom BenitesNovember 30, 2014
    Come on Sundays and enjoy the steel drum band and excellent drinks. Everyone needs to come here once and try the Bikini Bread.
  • Omi B.heart icon on user image
    Omi B.September 15, 2016
    Always a good experience especially when the weather is nice. Take a walk on the pier after your meal/drinks and enjoy. 8/10
  • Patty S.heart icon on user image
    Patty SmithAugust 26, 2018
    Go for happy at the inside bar, cheap eats, good drinks, Brinley bartenders and live 🎼
  • Bonny P.heart icon on user image
    Bonny PoohMay 10, 2013
    Great view food has gone progressively downhill. Burned crab cake with more cake than crab! Jamaican wings are good and bread, play it safe have wings and a drink and enjoy the view.
  • New Times Broward Palm Beach
    Complimentary Pig Roast and fresh sliced cold cuts w/purchase of 2 cocktails. Is Aruba Beach Cafe your fave getaway? cast your vote in our 2012 Best Restaurant Poll. Text BRO21 to 61721 by May 14 Read more
  • Amy M.heart icon on user image
    Amy McGrawJanuary 1, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Cold Coronas and a dozen oysters....great end to a hot day on the beach, BUT then treat yourself to the Seafood Louie alas and if ur lucky enough 2 have Shannon as ur server then it will be PERFECT!
  • Kelly P.heart icon on user image
    Kelly PolandoJanuary 26, 2014
    Kinda noisy. But so far lobster bisque is divine and so are the conch fritters. And its on the beach...so life doesn't get much better.
  • Emaad
    EmaadAugust 1, 2016
    If you wanna try an American style burger here would be a nice option. By the way, frozen margarita looks so fancy but it was not as hard as what I expected.
  • Andra Z.heart icon on user image
    Andra ZapartanSeptember 1, 2016
    They have the most amazing key lime pie! Loooooved it!
  • LogoTV
    LogoTVDecember 8, 2011
    A girl's gotta eat! I love seafood, the ocean, & Aruba gives me everything I need. Dine as you gaze out to the water. Latrice Royal, RuPaul's Drag Race Season 4
  • Peter B.
    Peter BauerNovember 23, 2016
    Absolutely the very best salmon dish I have ever had. The sesame crusted salmon is spectacular.
  • Hannah S.heart icon on user image
    Hannah SmithSeptember 15, 2015
    Bartender was very attentive during happy hour and my portobello burger was delicious!! Great french fries!
  • Matt
    MattApril 4, 2014
    Amazing place... for meeting new people as well as for getting tasty food and cooool drinks
  • Don D.heart icon on user image
    Don DiamantOctober 27, 2014
    Great food huge portions this place gets really crowded at night which can also mean the service suffers.
  • Tanya D.heart icon on user image
    Tanya DavisJanuary 26, 2013
    Bimini bread is so frickin awesome...Seafood Louie salad was fantastic. I was full and had to get every bit of seafood in it, lol!
  • Tracey M.heart icon on user image
    Tracey McRorieSeptember 17, 2013
    Fabulous Food, Great Service! We have been coming to this restaurant for 20+ Years & it never fails ❤❤❤
  • VisitLauderdale
    VisitLauderdaleJune 9, 2015
    Stop by for happy hour Monday-Friday 5pm-7pm for 50% select cocktails and $4.95 apps at the bar!
  • Omi B.heart icon on user image
    Omi B.July 25, 2019
    Blackened Mahi and the view is always wonderful especially on a sunny day....
  • Terri
    TerriJuly 16, 2013
    Good Food. Friday nights they have a Hawaiian Show. Call for reservations if you want a good seat to watch.
  • Chris M.
    Chris MeadeMarch 8, 2015
    Order the bread to start off. Enjoy the beach views. Food is good for seafood bar fare
  • Jenna S.heart icon on user image
    Jenna SladeMarch 22, 2017
    Fun live music! Went for my grandmas 83rd birthday and she had a blast
  • Samantha R.
    Samantha RamettaApril 3, 2013
    The mousse cake is absolutely delicious! Highly recommended dessert.
  • Jeff R.heart icon on user image
    Jeff RyanApril 24, 2015
    Nice location and atmosphere. Ended up here after 2 hour storm hit the beach. Hummus appetizer was ok, drink prices were decent. Good place to socialize
  • Cecil P.heart icon on user image
    Cecil PhillipJune 7, 2019
    The bimi bread is a good choice. I heard the lobster is good too
  • S C.heart icon on user image
    S ClarkJuly 8, 2016
    Lobster and crab bisque Bread and APPLE and caramel Pie 👍🏽
  • Megan B.
    Megan BosDecember 30, 2013
    Amazing lobster salad- good service, try and eat outside on a sunny day
  • New Times Broward Palm Beach
    In addition to a menu of delectable seafood entrees, two bars offer fruity cocktails, serious cocktails, and the company of locals and tourists alike.
  • Stefano R.heart icon on user image
    Stefano RelliSeptember 24, 2015
    The fresh seafood plates are great. The patio seating is delightful.
  • Raphaelheart icon on user image
    RaphaelSeptember 7, 2015
    Key West shrimp plate was delicious
  • Ritchie N.
    Ritchie NumaNovember 18, 2013
    Great service, great food, & live music. Sit outside for beautiful views of the beach.
  • Dori J.
    Dori JacobsMarch 21, 2013
    Beautiful day. At ft. Lauderdal- by the sea. Nachos, salmon , Bimini bread,, Hawaiian Cosmo.
  • Tabetha W.
    Tabetha WellsNovember 3, 2013
    This is not a one "$" place. It's priced appropriately for its location (right on the beach) and it's food quality (quite good). Very busy, but capable service. Bimini bread - believe the hype.
  • Paul S.
    Paul SpradleyAugust 15, 2011
    The bread is OUTSTANDING! The blackened Mahi Mahi sandwich & normal entree is unbelievable!! Highly recommend this place to anyone who ask!
  • Andrea R.heart icon on user image
    Andrea RaskanskySeptember 20, 2021
    Cute place food takes really long to come out but the live music makes up for it.
  • Thomas C.heart icon on user image
    Thomas CarusoMarch 5, 2016
    Seared tuna is awesome and Petron on the rocks with lime. YOW!
  • MAAR P.
    Peel & Eat Shrimp With a Bloody Mary!!! Perfect Match!!
  • Coşku Ç.heart icon on user image
    Coşku ÇobanoğluDecember 24, 2023
    Mostly good, if you are undecided go with seafood trio
  • Anton S.
    Anton SeissDecember 18, 2013
    Great place. Musik, beach and fun. Love the seared tuna salad
  • Tony V.
    Tony VitaleFebruary 17, 2012
    Get a table near the beach, enjoy the breeze, try a Key Lime Margarita and let things go
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