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Opus Ocean & Grill, Oranjestad, Oranjestad

Opus Ocean & Grill

4.6
4.6
736 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 20 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 736 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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."

736 Reviews
  1. Jenifer

    Caribbean

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    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.

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  2. laura

    Connecticut

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Octopus overcooked. Overall, overpriced. Noise level high.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded today
    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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  3. Alla

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    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 today
    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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  4. Cinque

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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!!

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  5. Joan

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

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

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  6. Ronald

    New Mexico

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were on a cruise and decided to dine in town at Opas. What a wonderful venue. White table cloths. Great ambiance. The service was impeccable. The fresh fish was grilled to perfection. Accompanied with Parmesan and Mushroom risotto and grilled vegetables. This restaurant is worth a visit and we strongly recommend.

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  7. david

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. The servers and attendants were wonderful. They even celebrated our 30 yr anniversary.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded on 16 December 2024
    Thank you for choosing to celebrate your 30th anniversary with us! We're thrilled to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your dinner and found our servers and attendants to be wonderful. Recognizing special milestones is our pleasure, and we’re glad we could be a part of your celebration. We look forward to welcoming you back for more special occasions in the future! Warm regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  8. Susan

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant. We had Dover Sole for two and it was delicious. The staff couldn’t have been nicer in fact, they went above and beyond. I needed to use a cane and a staff member waited outside the restaurant for a taxi so I could remain seated until it arrived.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded on 16 December 2024
    Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Dover Sole and found our staff to be exceptionally accommodating. It’s wonderful to know that they went above and beyond to ensure your comfort during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and can’t wait to welcome you back for another lovely dining experience! Best wishes, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  9. Ricardo

    Coastal Georgia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our visit to Opus was spectacular! Bryan, our waiter, made our experience even 10 times better. The food was amazing! The Surf & Turf and Seafood Mix we the absolute best choices! Can’t wait to visit again when we are back on the happy island.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded on 16 December 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your visit to Opus was spectacular and that Bryan made your experience even better. It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed the Surf & Turf and the Seafood Mix—great choices! We can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals when you return to our happy island! Warm regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  10. Jeff

    Coastal Georgia

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was outstanding. They were attentive but not over bearing and fun. They all seemed to enjoy t by rue work and it showed. The food was good but not great. The grilled octopus was tough and lacked flavor. The snapper was moist and tender but the veggies and Potato was bland. The lamb was very good and cooked perfectly. The sea bass was moist but lacked flavor. Desserts were limited but tasty.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded on 16 December 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We’re glad to hear that you found the service outstanding and that our team contributed to a fun atmosphere. We appreciate your feedback on the food and are sorry to hear that some dishes didn’t meet your expectations. Your comments about the grilled octopus and sea bass will be shared with our culinary team for improvement. We're pleased to know that you enjoyed the lamb and found the desserts tasty. We hope you'll consider visiting us again to experience some of our other offerings! Best wishes, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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FAQs

Opus Ocean & Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 736 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 20 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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