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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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Benj L
1/08/2024
Did you know you had family in Aruba? What an amazing experience! It’s hard enough to find a restaurant where you can dine for hours without feeling rushed. But here that’s the whole plan from the beginning! Food was amazing, and portion sizes were not intimidating. My pescatarian diet was cleverly accommodated without departing far from what others were served. Wine kept pouring all evening. Service from our hosts was beyond attentive and friendly, and on a first name basis. But the best part was the family we formed around the table out of total strangers. ❤️
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dkk7176
2/08/2023
You Must Go!!! If you enjoy Chef table restaurants, The Kitchen Table must be on your list. Andres and his team organized an amazing experience for us! We enjoyed persecco on the patio then went upstairs for dinner. We enjoyed eight courses. Andres explains each course as it is served. Be sure to go if you enjoy Chef table restaurants!
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Dennis M
4/11/2024
If you're looking for a creative and delicious dinner adventure, The Kitchen Table should be at the top of your list! The 8 course dinner was soo good and they even accommodated multiple dietary restrictions. The host explained every dish and the chef gave us more detail and background when we wanted to know more. Such an engaging and unique and experience, we're so thankful we could do it - thank you Andres and David!
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kvis82
7/24/2023
Great food and ambiance for a special night out. My husband and I made reservations for our one year anniversary. We started out with champagne outside and afterwards were asked to come in and take place at the kitchen table, together with the other guests for the evening. We were very well taken care of by the host, chef and waiters. Food was sublime; from appetizers (best ceviche!) to main courses (the short ribs could be cut with a butter knife) and desserts (feast for our taste-buds!), and even a treat to take home. We are huge foodies and were impressed with taste and presentation. We had some nice conversations with the other guests, like sitting 'at a kitchen table' which was an added bonus to our special evening. Needless to say, we will definitely be back. 🙂
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briansX7218LK
6/01/2024
If you do not go to The Kitchen Table, your trip to Aruba is not complete! This experience was fabulous from beginning to end. It began on a beautiful patio, where 15 strangers became friends, finding out where people were from and laughing about how small the world is. We then went upstairs to a chef’s kitchen with a lovely laid table. The hospitality was amazing and warm. Each dish was explained and my water glass was never empty. One of the hosts remembered everyone’s name, out of the norm these days. We met people from Holland, Florida, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Wisconsin and New York. The food was spectacular, I don’t like ceviche, but this ceviche was good! One course was duck, I’m not a fan of duck, and even with how wonderfully prepared it was it wasn’t my favorite so I gave it to my husband. There was a beef stew that I really liked, and a scallop dish, prepared perfectly. After a brief “intermission” by the pool with passion fruit sorbet, we returned for some more entrees and dessert. When the dinner ended, people lingered and didn’t want to leave. This was an incredible experience and I wish I was going back tonight!
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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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Paula V
3/27/2024
Great dining experience to wrap up my island holiday 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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isabel d
4/24/2024
This is the second year we have eaten at this incredible establishment. The ambience and cultural decor is so beautiful and colourful. I can't even find the words to describe how amazing the food is and presentation. I enjoyed every course that was served. I felt so privileged and special that they accommodated my food sensitivity to lactose. The most impressive fact was that the staff continued to host just the 4 of us, even though there were several cancellations. The staff were so welcoming and the service was impeccable. This dining experience was so personal and felt like I was eating at my family or friend's home. They are so impressive and I would highly recommend this establishment. I will definitely eat here again the next time I'm in Aruba
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Janae T
2/15/2024
A must-try experience when in Aruba Amazing! Arguably the best dinner experience on the island. Dinner style - The kitchen dinner table style, as opposed to a U-shape, is the differentiator. You get to mingle with folks you’d never meet otherwise. Better than any other set up on the island. Food & wine - the best we had on our trip. Unreal! And the pairings are so thoughtful. Staff - So great. Friendly, asked for your name and got to know our table.
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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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Miriam E
10/15/2023
What an incredible experience If you're looking for a night filled with amazing food and amazing conversation, The Kitchen Table is the place to be. Jan, Andres, Lucia, and Chef David clearly have a passion for what they do. They were welcoming and kind and treated us like we were all long lost family. We enjoyed every single dish and never wanted the food to end. It was such a unique experience to sit with other people and find connections in our lives. This was probably the most memorable experience we had during our entire trip and we look forward to returning!
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Eric P
3/03/2023
Exquisite dining This was one of the finest meals of my life. Every dish was exquisite, even when I normally wouldn’t eat the main ingredient. I have never liked octopus before, but there was absolutely delicious. Combine with immaculate, friendly service, and this is a must stop restaurant.
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FemB_aua
5/07/2023
A delicious experience! Must do on Aruba! The Kitchen Table is one of those (few) places where true passion for hospitality and excellent food come together! The chefs are absolutely amazing, each and every course was not only delicious but also a piece of art. The lovely wine pairing menu tops it all off. All on all, Jan and his frienly team do an awesome job - strongly recommend you enjoy a night out at this beatiful place.
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Reservation
The Kitchen Table will be open with 12 seats only from Tuesday to Saturday.