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Papillon Restaurant, Palm Beach, Aruba

Papillon Restaurant

4.5
4.5
1599 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
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 1,599 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Papillon Restaurant in Aruba is celebrated for its "amazing food" and "excellent service." Diners rave about the French-inspired cuisine, with standout dishes like "wild boar," "beef carpaccio," and the "tuna duo." The ambiance is described as "lovely," with both indoor and outdoor seating options. It's a "must-visit" spot for a delightful dining experience.

1,599 Reviews
  1. Paige

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    I recently visited Papillon Restaurant in Aruba and had a mixed experience. On the positive side, our waitress was incredibly kind and sociable, which made the evening more enjoyable. She made us feel very welcome and helped make our experience memorable. The bread and dipping sauce were also a highlight—absolutely delicious and a perfect way to start the meal. However, the skirt steak I ordered was a bit of a letdown. It was mediocre at best, lacking the tenderness and flavor I was hoping for. Additionally, the overall vibe of the restaurant felt a little off. The ambiance didn’t match the kind of dining experience I expected, and it wasn’t as inviting or relaxing as I had hoped. What really made the experience less satisfying was the price of the bill—it didn’t feel worth it. For the quality of the food and the atmosphere, I expected more, and I left feeling like I could have had a better meal elsewhere for the same price. While I appreciated the service and the bread, I was left disappointed by the main dish, the vibe, and the overall value for the cost.

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  2. Lukasz

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow experience - from appetizers, through main corses all the way to deserts - must try. So glad we found this place. Great service (thank you Julian 👍👍👍). Ambiance is great regardless if it’s a dinner for 2 or a family affair. Look at the menu ahead of time as you will have a hard time deciding on what to pick given everything is on point.( we tried escargots, frog legs, poisson rouge, grouper and shrimp and filet mignon medium for our daughter). Now we are waiting on deserts 😋😋😋

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  3. Wanda

    Greensboro

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite dining places in Aruba. The server was friendly and attentive.

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  4. Allison

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and exceptional food. We never miss dining at Papillon when we are in Aruba.

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  5. Melissa

    VIP

    New York City

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at Papillon! We shared a tuna appetizer and had the grouper special as our main course. Done to perfection and so good! The wait staff was friendly and efficient. We will definitely go to Papillon again!

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  6. Frank

    VIP

    New York City

    142 reviews

    4.0

    142 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Terrific food- vegan crab cakes, grouper with shrimp, eggplant bolognese all top notch. Ambience is a bit rustic and restaurant is kid friendly and bustling, so noise level is high. Ask for a table in the back for more sedate experience. Quality of the food outweighs the negative atmosphere.

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  7. Ed

    VIP

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never a disappointment. We’ll be back on our next trip in September.

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  8. Deb

    VIP

    Caribbean

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    I highly recommend this restaurant but unfortunately we chose an outdoor table on Super Bowl Sunday; the noise from outside of the restaurant was so loud that you couldn’t hear the wonderful musician. The food was fabulous; I selected the special…Osso Bucco…tender, melt in your mouth wonderful. I enjoyed the beet risotto. The Caesar salad was crisp and fresh with a delightful dressing and optional anchovies. 

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  9. ChristineS

    VIP

    St. Louis

    22 reviews

    1.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    This was our fourth time visiting Papillon and will be our last. Service has gone downhill and the food is no longer memorable. Sad to see what we considered one of the best in Aruba fall so hard. After we sat down outside and had no service for awhile, we were kindly moved under a canopy right before a rainstorm. However, once we moved, we weren’t served anything for 40 minutes. We had to flag down a manager/host (we couldn’t tell what her role was), and a server very begrudgingly finally served us with no apologies or explanation.

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  10. Amanda

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. We both got the specials (short rib and grouper with risotto) on recommendation from the waiter. Both were so flavourful and a decent portion size.

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FAQs

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

Papillon Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 1599 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 43 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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