Aruba breakfast culture leans Dutch and Caribbean — pancakes, pastechi, and beachfront brunch. Here are the 4 breakfast spots worth your morning.
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The 4 best breakfast restaurants in Aruba
1. Willem’s Dutch Pancakes — Aruba pancake icon
Authentic Dutch pannenkoeken — thinner than American pancakes, larger than crêpes, served with sweet or savory toppings. Aruba’s pancake institution.
2. MooMba Beach Bar — beachfront breakfast
Casual beachfront breakfast on Palm Beach. Toes in the sand, ocean view, full breakfast menu. Great way to start a beach day.
3. Barefoot — Oranjestad waterfront brunch
Brunch with tables in the sand at the Oranjestad waterfront. Polished menu in a casual setting.
4. PureOcean — Divi Aruba beachfront
Beachfront breakfast at the Divi Aruba on Druif Beach. Strong buffet plus à la carte options.
What to try for breakfast in Aruba
- Pannenkoeken — Dutch pancakes (thinner than American, larger than crêpes)
- Pastechi — fried turnover stuffed with cheese, beef, or chicken; the classic Aruban breakfast snack
- Tropical fruit plates — fresh papaya, mango, and pineapple show up on most beachfront breakfast menus
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See our complete restaurants guide, our local Caribbean guide, or browse best hotels in Aruba for properties with great breakfast included.
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