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Opus Ocean & Grill, Oranjestad, Oranjestad

Opus Ocean & Grill

4.6
4.6
741 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
An intimate local family ran restaurant in the heart of Oranjestad, fresh world-class seafood, prime steaks,
and unparalleled service in a vibrant, up-scale setting.

Opus experience wouldn't be possible without our local farmers and fisherman’s. Produce delivered daily keeps our menu fresh and connected to the land and ocean. A taste of Aruba infused with a Mediterranean culture in every bite. Depending what ingredients the ocean provides us, our chefs will create flavors inspired by our culture. Fresh fish brought directly to the restaurant where it is served whole or filleted and served within 24 hours. Wide variety of local fish for our guest to choose

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Mediterranean, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    280 0120
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Cesar Velasquez
  • Catering
    We can provide catering for weddings or corporate events mail us at book@opusaruba.com for more info.
  • Area
    Oranjestad
  • Cross Street
    On the back of royal plaza
  • Parking details
    Public Parking Space on the side on the roads
  • Public transit
    We have the main buss station on the other side of the street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 3 Course local menu

    USD 30.00 per person

    18 Mar 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    A local 3 course menu for lunch
    3 Course local menu photo

What 741 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Seafood

  • Aruba

    Best Service

  • Aruba

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Opus Ocean & Grill delivers "wonderful experiences" with "outstanding service" and "amazing food." This cozy, family-owned gem in Aruba is praised for its "freshest seafood on the island" and "exceptional staff," creating a welcoming atmosphere. Despite occasional high prices, many diners find the "ambiance beautiful" and the meals "cooked to perfection."

741 Reviews
  1. Abby

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    One dinner was excellent. Really enjoyed the blackened cod. One which my husband had was the grouper special was good but not great. I ordered the better choice Many entrées and sides were not available. They were on the menu but not available. 

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  2. Prarit

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent experience! Service from multiple staff, waiters, and servers was amazing. Vegetarian options were the best on the island!
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your excellent experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that you found our service amazing and enjoyed our vegetarian options. We strive to provide diverse and delicious choices for all our guests, and it’s great to know we could meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful dining experience! Warm regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  3. Todd

    VIP

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Opus offers very friendly service and some of seafood is very good (my seabass was nicely cooked). The problem is that the price point is considerably more expensive than other restaurants nearby, but the food quality overall does not exceed that of other restaurants. The side vegetables were "standard" and unexceptional, while some of the seafood (notably the scallops) was overcooked.

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  4. Gregg

    Denver

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Unfortunately, the food was overcooked and overpriced - what a shame
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. I'm sorry to hear that your meal did not meet your expectations due to being overcooked and perceived as overpriced. We strive to provide high-quality dishes at fair prices, and I apologize for any disappointment this may have caused. Your feedback is valuable to us, and I will be sure to share it with our kitchen team to ensure we improve on these aspects. We appreciate your honest comments and hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Thank you again for your input. Best regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  5. Jenifer

    Caribbean

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had the best waiter and the food was delicious. However, the portions were fairly small.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words about your recent dining experience! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the service and found the food delicious. We appreciate your feedback regarding the portion sizes, as it helps us improve. We'll take your comments into consideration as we strive to enhance our offerings. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  6. laura

    Connecticut

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Octopus overcooked. Overall, overpriced. Noise level high.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the octopus was overcooked and that you found the prices and noise level unsatisfactory. We take your comments seriously and will address these issues with our kitchen and team to improve the dining experience. We appreciate your input and hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to serve you better in the future. Warm regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  7. Andrea

    VIP

    Houston

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Congratulations your search for restaurants in Aruba guided you to one of the hidden gems. Book it and u wont b disappointed. Downtown, small but PROFESSIONAL STAFF. Meaning they dress, act, and fulfill their roles commiserate with what you’re expecting for the price. Food was amazing.  Honestly I rarely get dessert but after enjoying an amazing appetizer & main, I just had to and it didn’t disappoint.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you found us to be one of the hidden gems in Aruba. It's great to know that our professional staff met your expectations and that you enjoyed both your appetizer and main course. We're especially glad to hear that you indulged in dessert and were pleased with your choice! We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another amazing dining experience soon! Warm regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  8. Alla

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The starters were flavorful and so were seafood linguini. The service is friendly and different attendants bring water, bread, etc. BUT we had to wait for 1/2 h for our food order to be taken by our main waiter and then 45 mins between we were done with the starters and the main dishes arrived. The main course, grilled fish was fresh but the preparation was pretty blunt. Overall, not a good experience for the $$$$.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the starters and seafood linguini, as well as the friendly service. However, we sincerely apologize for the delays you experienced in taking your order and the wait between courses. This is not the standard we strive for, and we'll address these concerns with our team to improve the flow of service. We also regret that the preparation of the grilled fish did not meet your expectations. Your comments are invaluable as we work to enhance our guests' dining experiences. We hope you might consider giving us another opportunity to provide the quality and value you deserve. Warm regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  9. Cinque

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ohhhhhh! This place is a culinary unicorn—a true vibe and experience. The main puppeteer and the true master of this incredible experience was Fizz. He was fantastic—the man of the hour. But the food! Here, me—it was out of this world ridiculous. We had the Caribbean seafood delight with squid ink pasta and an aioli sauce. Talk about a mind-blowing experience—delicious. I will be chasing those flavors for a lifetime! To top it off, we had chocolate lava cake for dessert. It was by far the best we've ever had. I love this place and can't wait to return. Five out of five stars - service, food, ambiance. Epic!!
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for such an enthusiastic and heartwarming review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a mind-blowing experience and that Fizz played a key role in making your visit memorable. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the Caribbean seafood delight and the chocolate lava cake so much—your praise truly warms our hearts. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another epic dining adventure that matches the excitement of this visit! Warm regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  10. Joan

    Atlantic City

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely ambience. Delicious food. Great service!!!!!

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Opus Ocean & Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 741 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Opus Ocean & Grill

Havenstraat 36, Lok 6, Oranjestad, Oranjestad 00000

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    On the back of royal plaza
  • Area
    Oranjestad
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Mediterranean, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking Space on the side on the roads
  • Public transit
    We have the main buss station on the other side of the street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Cesar Velasquez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    280 0120
  • Catering
    We can provide catering for weddings or corporate events mail us at book@opusaruba.com for more info.
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