Craft Coffee & Bar is the all-day Palm Beach terrace café-bar across from the Hilton Resort — opened summer 2016, serving Panther Coffee’s best beans by day and craft cocktails by night. Skillet eggs, Belgian waffles, and açaí bowls power the morning; sunset turns it into a happy-hour social spot, and late-night it stays open until 1 AM (3 AM Friday and Saturday). Perfect for catching up on vacation plans, people-watching the strip, or starting a long night out. If you are curious about the Aruba red light district, there is a guided evening visit with hotel pickup and return, 18 and over, with a 50% deposit online and the rest on the night.
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About Craft Coffee & Bar
Craft was born in summer 2016 out of a desire for a true terrace café-bar concept on vibrant Palm Beach — at the time, the Palm Beach strip was missing a serious specialty-coffee operation. Today Craft is widely considered one of the best coffee shops on the island, serving the best beans from Miami-based roaster Panther Coffee.
The vibe transitions throughout the day: coffee-shop quiet in the morning, lunch terrace at midday, happy-hour social hub at sunset, and lively café-bar with cocktails and live music after dark. Three flat-screen TVs at the bar play sports and music videos, but the overall feel stays cool and relaxed — an “oasis” in the busy High Rise area, as repeat guests put it. Located at J.E. Irausquin Blvd 348A, across from the Hilton, sister to Lola Taqueria next door.
Signature dishes & menu highlights
Coffee program (Panther Coffee, Miami):
- Signature Cappuccino — the most-ordered coffee, repeatedly called a crowd favorite.
- Specialty Lattes — flavored options including seasonal specials.
- Iced Americano — refreshing for the hot Aruba climate.
- Espresso, double espresso, macchiato.
- Cold Brew — slow-steeped, smooth.
- Loose-leaf teas, fresh juices, and smoothies.
Breakfast & brunch (served all day):
- Skillet Eggs — house signature; multiple variations.
- Belgian Waffles — sweet or savory.
- Açaí Bowls — fresh fruit, granola, honey.
- Avocado Toast.
- Breakfast Sandwiches.
Bites & shareables:
- Light bites and pastries throughout the day.
- Tacos and Mexican plates from sister spot Lola Taqueria next door — same kitchen access from your Craft table after sunset.
Cocktails (after sunset):
- Craft signature cocktails — fresh-citrus and herb-forward, made to order.
- Classic cocktails — Old Fashioned, Negroni, Margarita.
- Wine and beer — full bar, craft beer selection.
Hours: Open daily 8 AM to 1 AM, until 3 AM on Friday and Saturday — one of the latest-open spots on the strip.
Practical info
- Address: J.E. Irausquin Blvd 348A, Noord, Aruba
- Phone: +297 586 6999
- Website: craftaruba.com
- Google rating: 4.7★ across 998+ reviews.
- Price level: moderate.
What guests are saying
Reviews consistently praise the quality of the coffee (“damn good coffee”), the terrace atmosphere (especially at night when the ambient lighting transforms the patio), and the day-to-night versatility. Multiple guests note that this is their daily morning stop on Palm Beach vacations. The Lola Taqueria-Craft combo is a frequent guest pairing for cocktails plus tacos.
Honest caveats: can get busy on weekends, especially after 10 PM; flat-screen TVs at the bar can be distracting if you’re after a quieter coffee moment; peak times (9-11 AM, 6-8 PM) may have wait for outdoor seating. Tip: arrive before 9 AM for the breakfast rush, or after 9 PM for the cocktail scene.
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