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Papillon Restaurant, Palm Beach, Aruba

Papillon Restaurant

4.6
4.6
1510 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Welcome to Papillon Restaurant, where Chef Juan Ludeña, with European training and Peruvian roots, blends French and Caribbean flavors using fresh ingredients sourced from local vendors. Located in The Village, just off the Palm Beach strip and steps away from lively bars, shops, and attractions, our cozy, expanded indoor space and spacious outdoor terrace are perfect for any occasion.

With hidden themed details that reflect Papillon’s daring escape—from rustic iron bars to weathered walls—every corner tells a story. Our menu, featuring classic French dishes with bold Caribbean flair, makes for a culinary adventure you won’t forget. Dine in luxury, "Papillon" could only dream of, right here in Aruba!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Caribbean, European
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    699 5400
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Juan Ludeña
  • Neighborhood
    Aruba
  • Cross street
    Across the street from the Hilton
  • Parking details
    Papillon has its own private parking right behind the restaurant. Just let the friendly guard know that you are there for Papillon and he will make sure you get a good parking spot.
  • Public transit
    In front of the Aruba sign
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,510 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Aruba

    Best Food

  • Aruba

    Best Service

  • Aruba

    Great for brunch

  • Aruba

    Great for fine wines

  • Aruba

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Papillon Restaurant offers a delightful fusion of French and Caribbean cuisine, consistently praised for "excellent food and service." Guests rave about its "wonderful ambiance" and attentive staff. Highlights include vibrant vegan options and an extensive wine list. Perfect for special occasions, it's a "hidden gem" in Aruba's dining scene.

1,510 Reviews
  1. Denise

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was great! It’s an old building, but overall a great experience. I would absolutely go back! Thank you to the staff!

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  2. Stephanie

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner and wonderful service! The Duo Tuna was amazing! I highly recommend.

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  3. Matt

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food & service were great and it’s in a really convenient location.

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  4. Kenneth

    Philadelphia

    60 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Still very good spot. We were inside and it was loud, not obnoxious, just the luck of the draw that two two tops that the gentleman had quite loud voices. The food was very good, service tried to be very helpful. Inside seating is air conditioned, but tends to be louder. The lobster bisque was exceptional! Rack of lamb was very good. Goat cheese appetizer was quite nice. Parking was insane. It is normally difficult, but with the street under reconstruction it was a zoo. The locals were definitely not exhibiting “The happy island” spirit. We were cut off at several points, but they did indicate we were #1 😉 We will give it another try next year. I think we rated it 5 last year, 4 this year.

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  5. Jay

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our second visit to Papillon Restaurant. Five star both times. Great food. Great service. We are definitely going back.

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  6. Lou

    New Jersey

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food, great spot, great service. send time there, will be going again!!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent meal and the waiter was great. Highly recommend

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  8. Adriana

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My waiter was new but he made sure I had a great experience! He was well versed on the menu items and his recommendations were perfect!! He was also kind to have sparklers and ice cream to celebrate my birthday! Many thanks to Papillon for making my birthday special!!

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  9. Gaulsandman

    Las Vegas

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience. The service was solid, and the meals were good to very good, just not excellent. My wife enjoyed the grouper and shrimp dinner. Unfortunately, I wasn't as pleased with the skirt steak that I ordered. I thought it wasn't seasoned well, plus it was overly veiny. Nice ambiance ... worth a try but won't go back.

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  10. Paul

    Denver

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food for all 3 of us, pleasant ambience. The grouper with shrimp was perfectly cooked and seasoned. We’ll be back before we leave Aruba next week.

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FAQs

Papillon Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 699 5400.

Papillon Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1510 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Papillon Restaurant

J.E. Irausquin Blvd., 348 A, Palm Beach, Aruba 00000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Across the street from the Hilton
  • Neighborhood
    Aruba
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Caribbean, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Papillon has its own private parking right behind the restaurant. Just let the friendly guard know that you are there for Papillon and he will make sure you get a good parking spot.
  • Public transit
    In front of the Aruba sign
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Juan Ludeña
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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