Foodies Bonaire — Restaurant in Bonaire

We had been a full day in Jibe City, and decided on foodies for dinner. My husband got a reservation ahead of time so we could get a table to view sunset. When we arrived, the hostess had apparently mixed up our names with another couples, and sat us further away from the viewing table we had reserved. No matter, we still saw sunset, but I was already pretty cautious as a result of this, especially considering it was early in the day and not busy.

My husband opted for the three course meal with a rum flight. He enjoyed all six options for the rum flight, but the last two were quite rushed and came at the same time, as he was enjoying dessert. The three course meal was plenty (including a salad, shrimp with vegetables, and a dessert course). The vegetables were steamed so didn’t have much flavor past that, but it was the sauce that stole the show. If anything, just order the shrimp with vegetables and pour the sauce over everything.

I opted for the local fish with vegetables and a cocktail. The passionfruit martini was quite delicious and was a great pairing with my fish dish. The fish was a local snapper that came with a delicious sauce, and steamed vegetables. The steamed vegetables had no flavor, so I poured my sauce all over them as well as my fish. The fish was cooked well, but a little over for what I like; I felt it was a tad dry. You could tell the fish was fresh, and not frozen, as it had a lot of good flavor in the meat.

Prices were a bit higher compared to other restaurants who offered the same choices. Service was good, but considering it was a slow time of the day versus a dinner rush, the server was a bit slower to come back for drinks. I had planned on ordering another drink, but end up, skipping on that since we were so far in our meal by that point.

The views for sunset were nice , but I felt the reservation was irrelevant considering we specifically asked for a spot we didn’t get, and it wasn’t busy at all. Well, we wouldn’t have asked the other couple to move, we felt it was the hostess, who should’ve been responsible for placing diners appropriately. The bartender was really great and as for feedback on the cocktail flight. My husband expressed that he had enjoyed the entire flight, but I had some that he personally liked more than other others.

While in Bonaire, you will hear the foodies commercials quite often on the radio. To some degree, you can expect the food to be good, but it was nothing we found overly exceptional or unique. To me, they could have punched up the flavor and offered more seasonings to the vegetables that accompanied our meal. When I return to Bonaire, I may skip...

Foodies Bonaire turned out to be a hidden gem worth the adventure! Our evening began with a drive that was anything but easy after sunset. While I’m sure it’s a leisurely journey during the day, navigating the unlit, bumpy, and sometimes unpaved roads of Bonaire in the dark added an extra layer of excitement. If you’re heading out after dusk (sunset is around 6:30 p.m.), be prepared for a few potholes and stretches of pitch-black road.

But once we arrived, it was like stumbling into a little oasis. The restaurant is tucked away near Sorobon Beach on Lac Bay, and even though we couldn’t see the view in the dark, I can only imagine how stunning it must be during the day. The cozy, casual vibe of the place was immediately inviting, with large outdoor seating areas and a couple of bars indoors that seemed perfect for a laid-back drink with friends.

We opted for dinner on the covered patio, where a soft breeze added to the relaxing atmosphere. The staff were incredibly attentive, switching seamlessly between Dutch and English to ensure everyone felt welcome. The menu offered a nice variety, with vegetarian, fish, meat, and pasta options, plus a few specials to keep things interesting.

Foodies Bonaire is definitely worth the trip—just consider visiting during daylight if you’re not up for a nighttime driving adventure! Whether you’re there for a meal or just a drink, it’s a great spot to soak up the island’s charm. Easy to make...

We live here on Bonaire and when we go to foodies, we feel like we've gone to another Caribbean island. It's located off Lac Bay, on the Eastern side of the island. It's a beautiful open air restaurant with views of the windsurfers sailing in the bay. There's plenty of parking.

The food is spectacular, particularly the fresh fish. Everything they do, they do it well. This is a lovely way to spend an afternoon overlooking the sea.

Best to make reservations in high season, although we've also had luck just walking in. This is not a quick stop, but a place to enjoy a leisurely lunch. We do our office holiday party here every year.

They are open for lunch and dinner, and sometimes have live music in the evenings. The name of the restaurant is apropos, we are foodies and we love the fresh presentations...