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Opus Ocean & Grill, Oranjestad, Oranjestad

Opus Ocean & Grill

4.7
4.7
733 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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

    US$30.00 per person

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

What 733 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 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."

733 Reviews
  1. Cinque

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 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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  2. Joan

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

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

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  3. Ronald

    New Mexico

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  4. david

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    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 6 days ago
    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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  5. Susan

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    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 6 days ago
    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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  6. Ricardo

    Coastal Georgia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 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 6 days ago
    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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  7. Jeff

    Coastal Georgia

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 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 6 days ago
    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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  8. Mary

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    37 reviews

    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The Vocalist and Christmas Decor was lovely. The food was good, unfortunately our waiter was rushing us wanting our dinner order almost as soon as opening the menu, when we did not order dessert he took everything off our table including our water glasses while still drinking from them. Since no alcohol could be sold because of local voting, we only had water to drink. In my opinion it is not the way we should have been treated.
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded on December 6, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the vocalist and Christmas decor, as well as the food. However, we apologize for the rushed service you experienced. It’s important to us that our guests feel comfortable and well cared for. We will address your concerns with our team to improve. We appreciate your input and hope you'll consider visiting us again. Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  9. Phil

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can't say enough about the staff who made the birthday celebration dinner for my wife soemthing to remember. The staff was very attentive/responsive to my needs and special requests while being at home in the states. Once we arrived at the restruant in Aruba, the servers and host took charge as they worked together to capture special moments for my wife. She loved every minute! The table decoration was surperb. Fizz, our waiter knew the menu and made everything sound delicious. The food was perfect and live music that evening added a special touch. They even sang Happy Birthday and presented us with a dessert. When it was time to leave, the host called us a taxi and even waited with us and shared other some additional knowledge about the island. This was our first time in Aruba and I must say, everyone was warm and welcoming. The theme of "one happy island" rings true!
    Opus Ocean & GrillResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We are thrilled to hear that we could help make your wife's birthday celebration a memorable occasion. It's wonderful to know that our team, especially Fizz, took such great care of you both by being attentive, informative, and responsive to your special requests. We're glad you enjoyed the table decorations, the delicious food, and the live music as well! It’s also lovely to hear that our host made your departure easy and shared insights about the island. We truly embody the spirit of "one happy island," and we’re grateful you felt that during your visit. We hope to welcome you back to Aruba for more special moments in the future! Warm regards, Opus Ocean & Grill Management Team

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was fantastic. Place is very nice, clean, nice decor etc. They had a girl singing all night which was nice. I thought the wine prices were very expensive even for aruba. At BTL I was able to find a great wine at a reasonable price. We didn’t have any wine. The appetizers were amazing. Grilled Octopus and a shrimp dish that they had brandy in it and they light it on fire. Both were amazing. My wife had shrimp and mushroom risotto which she loved. I had surf and turf and disappointingly the lobster tail was over grilled and the meat was undercooked- 2 temps off - however the shrimp was stellar. The manager took that off the bill without telling us and gave us a free lemon sorbet to make up for the mistake. It was pretty loud in there with the tile floors. Lots of energy. Overall a nice experience. One mistake with the food and I wish the wine was more reasonable. I wouldn’t say don’t try it. Stuff happens and I feel this is a very nice place to have dinner.

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Opus Ocean & Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 733 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 p.m.
Booked 17 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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