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Aruba Beach Cafe
Seafood Restaurant, Caribbean Restaurant, and American Restaurant$$$$
Lauderdale by the sea
Ranked #3 for seafood restaurants in Lauderdale by the sea
"Must have: Bimini Bread and Key Lime Martinis!"(14 Tips)
"Back wrapped scallops, Mahi Mahi tacos & seafood quesadilla"(3 Tips)
"The seafood Louie salad is so good!"(3 Tips)
"The live solo band and beach view is awesome"(3 Tips)
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New Times Broward Palm BeachAugust 5, 2014Aruba 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.
Upvoted 3 weeks ago
Foxxy BNovember 27, 2017Typical 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!
Upvoted Jan 15
LIPSapp.comJuly 1, 2016Almost 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 MagazineAugust 7, 2014The 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 ClarkJuly 8, 2016Everything 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 SantosMarch 23, 2013This 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).
Holly Howard SteinhoffMarch 27, 2015Looks 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 KassMarch 30, 2017Great 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
Awesome food. Get the mahi mahi sandwich blackened with the vegetables as a side and ditch the bun. Great lunch
Malcom BenitesNovember 30, 2014Come on Sundays and enjoy the steel drum band and excellent drinks. Everyone needs to come here once and try the Bikini Bread.
Omi B.September 15, 2016Always a good experience especially when the weather is nice. Take a walk on the pier after your meal/drinks and enjoy. 8/10
Patty SmithAugust 26, 2018Go for happy at the inside bar, cheap eats, good drinks, Brinley bartenders and live 🎼
Bonny PoohMay 10, 2013Great 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 BeachApril 6, 2012Complimentary 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
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 PolandoJanuary 26, 2014Kinda 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.
EmaadAugust 1, 2016If 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.
LogoTVDecember 8, 2011A 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 BauerNovember 23, 2016Absolutely the very best salmon dish I have ever had. The sesame crusted salmon is spectacular.
Hannah SmithSeptember 15, 2015Bartender was very attentive during happy hour and my portobello burger was delicious!! Great french fries!
MattApril 4, 2014Amazing place... for meeting new people as well as for getting tasty food and cooool drinks
Don DiamantOctober 27, 2014Great food huge portions this place gets really crowded at night which can also mean the service suffers.
Tanya DavisJanuary 26, 2013Bimini 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 McRorieSeptember 17, 2013Fabulous Food, Great Service! We have been coming to this restaurant for 20+ Years & it never fails ❤❤❤
VisitLauderdaleJune 9, 2015Stop by for happy hour Monday-Friday 5pm-7pm for 50% select cocktails and $4.95 apps at the bar!
TerriJuly 16, 2013Good Food. Friday nights they have a Hawaiian Show. Call for reservations if you want a good seat to watch.
Chris MeadeMarch 8, 2015Order the bread to start off. Enjoy the beach views. Food is good for seafood bar fare
Jeff RyanApril 24, 2015Nice location and atmosphere. Ended up here after 2 hour storm hit the beach. Hummus appetizer was ok, drink prices were decent. Good place to socialize
- New Times Broward Palm BeachMay 10, 2011In addition to a menu of delectable seafood entrees, two bars offer fruity cocktails, serious cocktails, and the company of locals and tourists alike.
- Ritchie NumaNovember 18, 2013Great service, great food, & live music. Sit outside for beautiful views of the beach.
Dori JacobsMarch 21, 2013Beautiful day. At ft. Lauderdal- by the sea. Nachos, salmon , Bimini bread,, Hawaiian Cosmo.
Tabetha WellsNovember 3, 2013This is not a one "$" 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.
Andrea RaskanskySeptember 20, 2021Cute place food takes really long to come out but the live music makes up for it.
Paul SpradleyAugust 15, 2011The bread is OUTSTANDING! The blackened Mahi Mahi sandwich & normal entree is unbelievable!! Highly recommend this place to anyone who ask!
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At Aruba Beach Cafe we have Live Island Music, exotic frozen drinks & oceanfront dining w/your favorite island dishes.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Tue
- 11:00 AM–1:00 AM
- Wed–Sat
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–1:00 AM
(954) 776-0001
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"The Dinner at Dusk menu is great! If you go from 5-6, there is a discounted menu to order from. The prime rib is always good as well as the lobster."
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