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Papillon Restaurant, Palm Beach, Aruba

Papillon Restaurant

4.6
4.6
1518 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 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 1,518 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 in Aruba offers an enchanting dining experience with "absolutely amazing food, service, and ambiance." Known for its elegant French-Caribbean fusion cuisine, standout dishes include the "wild boar" and "goat cheese crème brûlée." Enjoy live music and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a "must-visit" for food enthusiasts.

1,518 Reviews
  1. Anna

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pleasant experience. The food is delicious. Service is excellent.

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  2. Kim

    Orlando

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and atmosphere. The Dover Sole is amazing! Made for a great birthday celebration!

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  3. Natalya

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is delicious, wild boar entree was the great addition to the dinner.

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  4. Nick

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always! We have been coming here for the last 6 years. Amazing food and service!

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  5. Sam

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dinner we’ve had all week in Aruba. Was a last-minute restaurant change for Thanksgiving, and we are glad we made the decision. We shared the goat cheese crème brûlée and escargot for appetizers—so yum that I could’ve eaten another serving of both myself, truthfully. My wife and kids had the Dutch steak, and I had the wild boar shank for our main course. Both were flavorful and well-plated. We unfortunately passed on dessert, because we were stuffed. When we return to Aruba, Papillon will definitely be a spot to dine at once again.

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  6. Alexandra

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our amazing waiter Miguel has made this experience even more perfect ! We had a laugh. I personally had a coup de cœur for the lobster bisque, it was amazing. My boyfriend loved the shrimps au gratin. Thank you so much !

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  7. Lisa

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    French onion soup is excellent. All three people on our party ordered steak. The filet was the best of the three, the steak De Vinder was acceptable, but nothing special - the highlight was the truffle fries that were AMAZING (upcharge). The real reason for the three star review was the flank steak - the description indicated that it was sous vide and then either grilled or seared but it did not seem to be sous vide to me, and there was no sign that it had even touched a grill or skillet - completely grey. It was full of connective tissue that was not broken down at all (making me think that it was not sous vide) - I had to ask for a sharper steak knife because the one they initially gave me couldn’t handle the connective tissue. The real issue was that the flank steak was served in a single piece that was folded in thirds - a true crime for a flank steak. If the chef had served the steak in cut thirds and then sliced against the grain, perhaps at a nice bias, and presented neatly over the sauce and topped with the micro greens, it would have been better I was so irritated by having to saw through the pile of improperly cooked mess that was plated that I made our party leave without dessert. Our bill was over $300 for one bottle of wine, two mediocre steaks, and one crime against the culinary arts.

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  8. JAMES

    Cleveland

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The early bird special is what we selected. I chose the quiche with the grouper. And my partner chose the squash soup with the grouper. We were celebrating our anniversary and was delighted that they made a special ice cream plate for the two of us we always go here at least during our visit to Aruba.

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  9. Denise

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    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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  10. Stephanie

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    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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FAQs

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

Papillon Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1518 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 21 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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