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Justanotherkari

2/20/2023
The Kitchen Table is phenomenal, homey while also being an incredibly sophisticated culinary experience. T I highly recommend this experience if you are going to Aruba. It was a meal to remember in an atmosphere that was welcoming and lovely. You start by meeting the host downstairs with a glass of champagne, you are instructed to mingle with the other guests and become “family”. As a shy person this almost always terrifies me but in this environment it felt natural. There were 12 of us total and it was a varied group of people re backgrounds and prior experience on the island. You are ushered upstairs to begin the meal, the first course is a snack of a chicken empanada and ceviche. Delicious. The ceviche was so fresh and the lime juice it was cured in added just the right amount of citrus to offset the fish. The empanada was crisp with the appropriate amount of filling. A scallop dish followed, this was also cold and refreshing. I dislike onion and there was a generous amount of red onion on the top of this dish, I still ate most of it and enjoyed it. The scallops were sliced perfectly. The octopus appetizer was next, one of my favorites. It was over a potato purée with black olive and Russian dressing sauces. Everyone cleaned their plates on this one. The octopus was tender and my only complaint was it was an appetizer and not an entree. I could have eaten more of this one. Then came the beef soup. This was less visually stunning but it was absolutely delicious. The broth was so flavorful. Intermission began. We were escorted out to the rooftop pool and given a glass of Prosecco and lemon sorbet as a palate cleanser. mingling occurred. One of the guests seemed to be hitting on the host. The rest of us were talking about the food. We went back in for the entrees. First up was Mahi Mahi over tomato risotto. This was my personal favorite of the entrees. The fish was cooked so well and the risotto was incredible. The last entree was veal tenderloin stroganoff. This course was a big hit with the crowd as well. The veal was very tender and the stroganoff was not heavy at all. The sauce was filled with fresh mushrooms, again the knife work on the mushrooms was impeccable. Finally it was time for dessert, we had a mojito passion fruit popsicle to start, this one was astounding because a popsicle shouldn’t be that interesting but it was. Underneath was a cookie crumble and the accompaniments kept the popsicle from being too sweet. It was impressive because I think it was the one I was the least excited about and it was my favorite. Lastly we had a chocolate mousse with mango sorbet and it was as good as it sounded. It was light and the sweetness was offset by the sorbet. It was my birthday and one of the other guests told them so they made my plate special. The last thing we received was a take home box of two macarons. Also perfect and delicious. The Kitchen Table is a 5/5 for ambiance, hospitality and the food.
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Angelo G

7/03/2024
A tasting experience that punches above its weight class! We made the reservation well in advance and upon arrival was just a little surprised by initial lack of “curb appeal” and yet behind the walls was a simply excellent surprise. While the Maitre’d assembled the guests whom he introduced to each other as “family” outside on the patio with a glass of sparkling wine, we had the chance to meet our dinner partners. A total of 12 were lead inside and upstairs to a beautiful and rustic kitchen and dining room. The ambiance is comfortable, and impeccable. The table attractively set for what turned out to be an excellence experience. They offered 2, 3 and 6 glass pairings. They were full pours, and we are grateful we selected three nicely paired selections of unique wines. We are told the menu changes every few months, but based upon our experience we would look forward to visiting for the next iteration. We started with a tasty bite that included ceviche that was perfect. (Be aware this is a REAL TASTING MENU with six+ courses - not an app and entire). The Scallop app was amazing and well plated in a shell within a bowl that highlighted the tasty portion. A beef based soup was plated with many intricate pieces and nicely presented. (They do a nice job with mini vegetables and herbs throughout.) Snapper and tenderloin presented beautifully and with extremely balanced and tasty sauces. (Note - they timed a midway break with a sorbet and outside stroll that I am going to request at all my tasting menu experiences - to give my self a chance to pause (and sober up a little). The two desserts were creative and very nice to look at. We preferred the gelato pop, to the mouse and chocalate dish - I would have liked to see the final dessert a little more integrated. Overall service was ouststanding and there was no issue walking over to the kitchen and simply watching the chefs plate our meals. One of my pet leaves is mishandling plates and silver - they never missed a beat. The team made the experience like we were at a close friends home and meeting all of their new friends. We look forward to our next trip to Aruba to see what they have created.
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J1856WGchristinam

12/13/2023
Wonderful food, people, and perfect ambiance! This was a great experience. The food and staff were spot on, amazing! Each course with its wine pairing was well thought out. My husband was skeptical because of the ‘sit down dinner theme w/strangers’ but I was so pleased to see him enjoy the experience and the people. If your a food enthusiast and want something unique, this is what your looking for!
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Catherine M

2/16/2024
10/10 Recommend for a unique chef’s table experience We had a wonderful time- it was such a lovely experience throughout the night. The staff was engaging and the chefs were fantastic. The food was delicious- the Peruvian inspired dishes were unique and exciting to try. We made wonderful friends with our entire table .HIGHLY recommend for a special night out in Aruba!
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KJC93

11/15/2023
Absolutely worth experiencing We booked this chef curated specialty Peruvian multi course family table style dinner after accidentally discovering the sister restaurant below. Our host Andres was most hospitable and introduced us to the two chefs who masterfully crafted each and every course, much to the delight of our fellow interesting and diverse table families. We look forward to repeat next time we are In Aruba.
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paulav505

3/27/2024
I went to The Kitchen Table on my last night on the island and it was a great way to wrap up my vacation. The staff did a wonderful job creating a friendly and inviting environment and their service was great. I went alone but didn't feel out of place at all. The 8-course dinner was creative and unique - a fusion of Peruvian cuisine with other influences. Every dish was explained in a fun, interesting way that wasn't pretentious or that took itself too seriously. The food was delicious and the optional wine pairing very good as well. Overall, a great dining experience to wrap up my vacation and would definitely return.
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Fredericowy

3/04/2023
A Must-Do in Aruba!!! What a wonderful evening with our newly found family! The chef creations were fantastic, the wine well paired, and the ambiance was lovely. Each course was beautifully plated and the flavors were amazing. The aspect that was most unexpected was our hosts’ ability to create a family out of a group of complete strangers which made the evening unforgettable. What an experience!
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Frank

10/14/2024
Excellent Dining Experience We (a Dutch couple) and friends enjoyed a fantastic eveningfilling dinnerexperience when my wife went there last week. Every dish was a feast to the eyes and the tastes were exquisite. The restaurantmanager very professionally and proudly announced and explained the ingrediënts and preparation of every separate dish at the table. We highly recommend new guests to try their dishes in combination with the wine pairing possibility! Great gourmet stuff! Frank & Ilone
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Scott F

3/06/2024
Beyond expectations Wow! Culinary highlight of our trip. The menu changes monthly, but retains a pre-ordained structure; Prosecco upon arrival; seating followed by 4 appetizers - each with its own complexity; sorbet interlude; two entrees; a popsicle based interlude; desert. The sorbet interlude calls for getting up from the table and mingling outside by the pool. The staff is beyond attentive. The menu - creative but not off putting. The company - for tonight, exceptional and a bit eclectic. We’ll be back.
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indiechen

4/09/2023
incredible from start to end Incredible a must do! The vibe is like you’re melting old friends or family for a long awaited catch up even though you’ve never met any of these people before, the hosts really require you to talk to new people which is great! The food is delicious and most of all not overly pretentious! It’s real food not gimmicks- we had the most fabulous evening and we have spent the entire rest of our holiday disappointed with other restaurants as we ate at the kitchen table on our first night. It’s absolutely wonderful and we would definitely go back!
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adddddd1222

3/06/2024
A novel way to spend a dining evening with others. This is an all-night dining experience. OK, it about 4 hours but it's only you and a total of 16 people for the entire dinner. You start out with a glass of champagne in a little outdoor area where everyone meets & exchanges personal info .We then all went upstairs to a dining room with one large table & everyone takes their seats opposite your partner & the meal begins. Each course is carefully explained and served. There is a wine pairing if you want it. My wife and I chose a single glass. The food was varied and amazingly delicious! All the other diners become friends for the evening, and it becomes a friendly party. Loved the food and the friendly atmosphere. Price includes taxes and gratuities.
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Gregg P

5/30/2024
The Kitchen Table shouldn't be missed Awesome first time they were very accommodating to my food allergies. 4 course appetizer then 2 main dishes followed by 2 deserts and a surprise to go! My wife was very hesitant but she was overwhelmed by how good the food was and the new friends we made there that night. I highly recommend we will be back!
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Reservation
The Kitchen Table will be open with 12 seats only from Tuesday to Saturday.