Bits & Cheeses — Restaurant in Oranjestad (city)

My wife and I visited Bits and Cheeses on recommendation from our Airbnb hostess. We enjoyed it so much we went a second time. We tried the four cheese plate, both salad offerings and the pasta blu. The food and wine were amazing as well as the quiet, intimate atmosphere. In addition the prices were more affordable than most restaurants in Aruba, and even in the U.S. Both nights we visited were not too busy and we had the opportunity to talk with the chef and his wife, which was as enjoyable as the food. Definitely the best restaurant we ate at during our 2 week stay in Aruba! We highly recommend it especially if you like...

We traveled to this cute little hidden treasure in the heart of downtown Oranjestraat and were warmly greeted by Brian, the owner. We wished we had found this place earlier in our trip because it was wonderful. We split The Green Goat Salad which was fresh and delicious. My husband had The Rustic Raclette and I had The Focaccia Alexander. The breads were the best we’ve eaten on the island. Portions are generous and reasonably priced. The decor in the restaurant is tasteful and chic. Brian even incorporated his great-grandmother’s Singer sewing machine into the ladies room decor. Run,...

What an unexpected surprise! We've stumbled upon this place by an accident and ended up coming in 4 times in the evening and 3 times in the morning over the course of two weeks. If you like wine and cheese, do stop by and you would never regret it!

Cheese and charcuterie boards are awesome, and Brian is happy to introduce you to some unusual tasting combinations. Pasta dishes are to die for; breakfast sandwiches and paninis are excellent too.

Every visit, it felt like we ended up in a small and cozy European place in the...