Casibari Café and Grill is the small local restaurant tucked beside the Casibari rock formations in Paradera — the inland village that’s home to one of Aruba’s most popular geological attractions. After climbing the rocks, this is the natural stop for a cold drink, a plate of local food, and shade under the trees.
About Casibari Café and Grill
The setting is the standout — a casual open-air spot with island-style seating, often filled with hikers, tour groups, and locals stopping in for lunch. The kitchen does Aruban-Caribbean comfort food (stoba stews, pan bati, fried fish) plus international-friendly grill items (burgers, sandwiches, salads). It’s not a destination dining experience — it’s the right stop after the rocks.
Signature Dishes & Menu Highlights
Order the stoba (Aruban beef or goat stew) with pan bati and funchi, the catch-of-the-day, the local-style chicken, or a classic burger if you want familiar. The cold local Balashi beer is the move after the rock climb. The fresh-pressed juices are excellent.
Practical Information
- Address: Casibari 8-B, Paradera, Aruba
- Phone: +297 586 1775
- Google rating: 4.3 from 241 reviews
- Map:View on Google Maps
Hours:
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
What Diners Say
Reviewers describe Casibari Café as ‘a perfect post-climb stop’ with friendly service and reliable food. The ambiance under the trees gets repeat praise. Most visitors come for the rocks first and the meal as a bonus — they leave glad they did both.
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