We have personally tested the best restaurants on the island and share our personal favourites. From casual beach dining to fine dining in a historic fort.
Specialty coffee roastery in a historic building in Pietermaai. Fresh, house-roasted coffee, great breakfast and brunch. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. Open 7:00 to 17:00 (Sunday until 15:00).
Approx. 2 min. walk.
Atmospheric boutique restaurant in lively Pietermaai, directly on the waterfront. Known for charcoal oven dishes and fresh seafood. Also excellent for breakfast.
Approx. 6 min. walk.
Atmospheric café and restaurant in Pietermaai, directly on the waterfront. Known for an extensive breakfast and fresh coffee. Also for lunch and dinner. Open daily 7:30 to 23:00.
Approx. 7 min. walk.
Atmospheric restaurant directly on the waterfront in Pietermaai. Open 7:30 to midnight. Great for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Own beach, seaside terrace. Reservations recommended for dinner.
Approx. 7 min. walk.
Italian restaurant on the waterfront in Willemstad. Atmospheric location with harbour views, perfect for a sunset dinner. Open 12:00 to 23:00, Sunday from 15:00. Reservations recommended.
Approx. 2 min. walk.
Traditional Dutch pub in Pietermaai with authentic Dutch dishes. Stamppot, meatballs and other classics. Ideal for drinks or a familiar Dutch meal. Open Monday to Saturday 16:00 to 23:00.
Approx. 2 min. walk.
Cosy Italian family restaurant in Willemstad. Known for excellent pizzas and pastas. Lively atmosphere with outdoor terrace. Open daily for dinner 17:00 to midnight.
Approx. 5 min. walk.
Iconic restaurant in Otrobanda in a restored 1737 mansion on Sint Anna Bay. Balcony with views over the Handelskade and the Queen Emma Bridge (Pontjesbrug). Local dishes such as keshi yena. Open daily 9:00 to midnight.
Approx. 7 min. walk.
Personally tested and recommended. Shared dining concept where dishes are shared at the table. A fun and social way of dining on Curaçao.
Approx. 13 min. walk.
Atmospheric restaurant with contemporary cuisine and excellent service. Personally tested and recommended. Open daily for dinner 17:00 to 22:00.
Approx. 12 min. walk.
Absolute classic on Curaçao. Restaurant in a historic fort from 1797 with spectacular 360-degree views over Willemstad and the harbour. Casual fine dining with a Caribbean twist. Reservations are highly recommended.
Approx. 18 min. walk, car recommended.
The best Caribbean cuisine in the city with a matching view. Open 10:00 to 22:00. Also bookable with a beach daypass.
Approx. 18 min. walk.
Wonderful beach restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. Ideal for lunch with your feet in the sand or an evening enjoying the Caribbean breeze.
Approx. 7 min. by car.
One of the most acclaimed restaurants on the island. Refined dishes crafted with skill and passion. Extensive wine list and intimate atmosphere. The perfect choice for a special evening.
Approx. 13 min. by car.
Authentic Curaçaoan cuisine at Landhuis Dokterstuin. Taste the island as it truly is. Real local dishes in a rustic, relaxed atmosphere.
Approx. 49 min. by car.