With great views of the beach ,this is a fun place with a great vibe. You have a Choice of Sitting inside or out on there patio. God friendly. Live music. Everything we ordered from beginning to the end was delicious! This is a place you will want to keep coming back too! Are waiter Harold was the best !! He Took great care of us in every way.! We will be definitely asking for him every time we go back!

My fiancé and I had a wonderful time! The food was Magnificent and the live music was great! Next time we come back to Fort Lauderdale we will Definitely come back to Aruba restaurant. Everything was excellent the food, drinks, customer service, waiters EVERYTHING! And it’s right on the beach. If we can give them 100 stars we would. We loved it! Thank you Aruba restaurant for the great time!

With the best location in town they still have affordable prices and good food. been here many times and will keep coming back as long as they keep up the great work. Their portions are very good too. I walked out stuffed.

This restaurant managed to provide such a great service even when it was crowded and full house. I was blown away with the service, the food and the great atmosphere. We ordered a couple of cocktails and the Bimini Bread with Aruba Glaze. We shared the crispy calamari and everything was delicious. The peppers served on the plate complemented the calamari dish very nicely. I ordered the seafood quesadilla and it was fantastic, lots of well seasoned pieces of shrimps and very tasty seafood. Our server was phenomenal, she was professional, attentive, friendly and very cordial. We loved the music that was played live and even danced. We really enjoyed our afternoon and overall experience!

Our experiences started out kind of negative but ended up being a great experience. We had quite a time navigating horrendous traffic and parking to get there so we were not in a good frame of mind. We were seated immediately but no one came to the table for several minutes. A manager came through looking for empty tables and we were able get his attention and told him we had not seen a server. He immediately sent a very pleasant server to take care of us. She explained that the server who should have had out table was swamped with some big parties so she took our table. She did an excellent job and I'm sorry I didn't get her name. We did notice then that the place was full of large parties (6, 8, 10+) so it was understandable that things got a little backed up. We complimented her and thanked her for taking good care of us when she brought out check. We left her a good tip. BTW, the food was really good. Only negative is that they were out of the conch fritters.

Aruba Beach Cafe is located right off the beach on a dead-end block. Foot-traffic can be heavy during the day but it's an awesome place to grab dinner and a beer either with friends or family. The Cafe is comprised of three separate bars inside, all of which have tvs for games. Additionally, on the night I visited they also had a live band, which was actually good (cudos for that). The bartenders' pour are true counts, meaning if you ask for a double, you will actually get three ounces of liquor rather than traditional two ounces (coming from a bartender). Additionally, the place is very clean with very customer-oriented friendly staff. The bartender that served me was Angel and she was just tremendous! It also offers valet parking, but you can spring for street-side public meter parking if you'd prefer. Overall, the place is very clean, has plenty of room both indoors and outdoors for dining and an overall great atmosphere! Highly recommend! When my pictures were taken it was nearly closing time so that's why the umbrellas were down and not many patrons, but during the day it is much more lively!

Came here on vacation and it was amazing! Ft. Lauderdale is my favorite vacation spot and the food around this area is so yummy. The fried shrimp was tasty and not over cooked and the flavor was perfect, I don’t like when it has too much salt, it was perfect! The Greek salad with salmon was refreshing and delicious.

Locals and tourists alike love Aruba Beach Cafe! Located directly on the sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean in Lauderdale by the Sea!! The views are fantastic and the food is always consistently good. Entertainment is provided in the bar area and is always lively and energizing. There is plenty of outside seating, as well! Hope you enjoy your day at the beach!

Food was good, there was live music that was nice. The view of the ocean and pier was good. The food was good, the menu a little bit limited. I would not advise if you're looking for a quiet dinner though, is it was busy and decently loud inside

Definitely suggest for a beach side lunch or brunch with great views of the sea and delicious meals. The Calamari was the most tender calamari I have ever had and wings and quesadilla was best of their kinds.

Great food (absolutely delicious), great service, and great views. The wide variety of food (from seafood to burgers to pasta) made it easy for everyone in our party to get something they liked. Our waitress recommended the Pina Colada with a floater of dark rum, which was the best cocktail I've ever had. I highly recommend this place

Omggggg...this place is just like the Caribbean. So everyone goes for the food. We go here for the scenery, the calypso nights and the awesome drinks. We never miss out on this restaurant when we're in Ft lauderdale. This place is such a gem. We danced till midnight, then went out on thr beach and ate pizza!!!!

Amazing views next to the beach! Their seafood quesadilla is packed with fresh seafood - was a bit unimpressed with the coconut fried shrimp. Only comes with 4 average sized shrimps - not worth it for its price point. Their Aruba bread with honey butter is a must try! The butter is whipped and light

We had a great dinner right on the beach Tuesday evening before our flight home. We came during happy hour but did not participate as it is only offered at the bar (We we’re fine with this as we had such a beautiful view of the beach). They have live music inside which is really nice. Our server was really nice and funny - sadly I forgot her name but she did a fantastic job. To start: 1/2 dozen oysters (fresh and big) and the crab cake. You also need to try their house made bread it was so good and the whipped honey butter was to die for. Our table ordered the double lobster tails, baked stuffed shrimp (the stuffing was incredible) and the seafood trio. Drinks were also great. Such a great spot that has something for everyone but their seafood is delicious and fresh. We love to bring people here when we’re in town.

The location is great. It's right on the beach . You will feel like if you were in vacation! When they have music from the Caribbean Islands is even better! Environment GREAT , friendly. You can sit outside, literally almost next to the water and enjoy the beach, or inside with AC with amazing windows. Their menu have different choices but i would recommend obviously the seafood/ fish. Cocktails 🍸… all of them!! It doesn’t matter the time you go, the experience is always incredible! I go often here! It is NOT in the pictures but my favorite plate there is: Florida Seafood Soup Shrimp, calamari, scallops, mussels, fish and fresh spinach in a tomato fennel broth.

As always the atmosphere was fantastic! Sitting with a beautiful Ocean View was great, however the catch of the day yesterday was not so great, I guess they had an off night. The times I've been there in the past were much better food wise. The service was good but again food under whelming and the seating (Oceanside Views) Great!

We were looking for a place to eat on the beach and found ourselves here. It’s nice and has a decent menu. It was very loud with the amount of people there and the live band which made it hard to have a conversation. The food was somewhat bland. I had the seafood quesadilla and it lacked flavour. The fish and chips were good. We had the famous Bimini bread and it was really good. We weren’t a big fan of the whipped honey butter though. The valet guys were super nice and helpful. Parking is scarce around this location.

Great service, the food was great. And the ocean view topped it off . I will definitely go back

Overall good experience. Service was solid, atmosphere was nice as I sat outside as the sun was setting. The food was ok. I ordered oysters and they were not good. Half were fishy others were watery, pretty disappointed with those. I also ordered the blackened fish combo with shrimp and scallops. Large helping and decent.

This place NEVER disappoints. The atmosphere (being right on the beach) is amazing. The food was great, reasonably priced and our server, (Maddie), was top-notch and so friendly. We made a special trip down from West Palm Beach to enjoy this place and it didn't let us down!

I hadn't been here in years but my sister was in town and we decided to take her before she left. Everything was AMAZING. I honestly cannot recall the names of the drinks (my mom got a margarita). The food was so filling. I had the shrimp quesadilla and it was way better than it sounded lol. Also, the turkey club was huge! We definitely had leftovers. Also, everyone who worked there was so incredibly nice. We will definitely start coming again more often. 😁

Great low-key restaurant on the beach with an amazing view, great food, and fast and friendly service. It's our new favorite beach hang out. They have live music, and even though we usually sit outside, there is a great view of the beach from inside too. Love this place!

A great place for having a good meal with friends and family alike. The atmosphere is lively and its on the beach which makes for some great views. The pier is few steps away. I have been here for dinner on weekends and there is live music. Although the place gets very busy the service is quick and the food tastes great. The servers are polite and courteous. They have seats at the bar as well which makes for a good conversation and a bite. They have some good margaritas, can’t go wrong with any selection. Parking can get tricky especially on the weekends so plan accordingly.

Good food. Mahi Mahi was a little on the cool side. Everything else was fine. Be careful with the 2 for 1 bar specials... They are at the bar only. We bought at the bar and then transferred to the table. Mix up ensued and they did NOT honor the special. Surprising. But.... They own the spot for decades, so it's their way or someplace else. View is spectacular. Good live music. Parking for valet is around $10, so know before you go. Overall, a nice place to go and then stroll on the beach or sit and people watch.

Last night's dining experience was truly incredible. The food was delightful, the ambiance was inviting, and we had the pleasure of being attended by the attentive and efficient servers, Thomas and Brendan. Not a single dish disappointed, and I wholeheartedly recommend this establishment.

Located right by the beach with indoor and outdoor patio seating. They offer a happy hour menu with food and drink specials. Live music indoor by the bar area. We waited over an hour for our food and it was cold when delivered. Our waiter never checked on us after we received our food. Good vibe, great views but slow service and cold food.

Diverse crowd. Variety of music. Located Sea side, literally! Dance floor not too big, but enough to have a blast. Live music. Try the Bimini bread. Love the night lights. Our server (Angel) was on point taking care of us. Oh, and the salmon (you won't regret it)! Parking in the late evenings can be a little tight, but there's plenty of parking within a 5 minute walk to the closed street party which runs directly into El Mar and Commercial street, and Aruba is towards the sea.

Always enjoy this place when I visit. The location is perfect, with great food, cocktails, and service. I really enjoy the sashimi, I get it every time. Also, enjoy the spicy pinapple margarita.....🍹

The service was perfect. No complaints there. The bathroom didn't have hands soap but i notified the server after finding some under the sink. The crowd seemed lively and there was a live band. Very crowded. The food was... not hot when it arrived and under seasoned in my opinion. Overall if your looking for a lively evening venue with multiple bar seating options you may enjoy this venue. During the day in sure it's also great views of the water. You can't really see it at night.

Very happening place, Always busy and always serve fresh food. The best location right on the Beach. Live music on the weekend and kids play area right in front of outdoor sitting area. It’s always very busy so little extra help on the weekend would be nice. Had to wait to be attended just so we can get a seat since no one was at the front desk. Seafood quesadilla is a must must try.

Bread and butter was great. Appetizers were great and filling. When my entree came I was filled. Wasn't a fan of the shrimp stuff crab, the mashed potatoes were great along with the steamed vegetables. Service and view was nice.

Very peaceful and great customer services, never get disappointed hands downs seafood quesadillas & scallops wraps 🙌🙌🙌🙌💯❤️✅

Let me start by saying the service was great and so is the bread on the list. Now it ends about there. My husband and I went looking for fresh seafood not one fresh item of seafood which is something neither of us were looking to eat. We staying and ate anyway. Now the bread you get which by the way you have to pay for it is not offered free as it is at most restaurants is amazing and worth the $4/full loaf or $2/half loaf. The fries were not good. The "tropical" vegetables were not seasoned and very bland. The coleslaw was good but needed salt (as did pretty much everything else) and the fish and shrimp it was good but nothing you couldn't get from say Red Lobster. We were both very disappointed. The view was the best thing. We paid $89.84 (plus tip) for a meal not worth $50.

Food was great and service was fast. The view of the beach was amazing! We had shrimp scampi, crab cake sandwich and fish tacos. All were wonderful.

Food looked so good we smashed it b4 I took photo. Service was terrific & food was DELICIOUS. Our server Carlos was AWESOME. Great job!!! I would give them a 5* but I ate at a high end steak restaurant and welll...