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El Patio Aruba - El Patio Tacos & Tequila, Oranjestad, Oranjestad

El Patio Tacos & Tequila

4.3 (158)
$31 to $50
Mexican
J. E. Irausquin Blvd 47 Alhambra Mall, Oranjestad, Oranjestad 00000

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Experience the essence of Mexico at El Patio, Aruba’s premier destination for bold flavors and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Designed to reflect the charm of a coastal Mexican hacienda, our restaurant offers the perfect setting to enjoy the best of Mexican cuisine and hospitality.

Indulge in our signature authentic tacos, crafted with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. Complement your meal with a drink from our impressive collection—featuring one of the largest tequila and mezcal selections in the Caribbean. Whether you’re a tequila connoisseur or new to mezcal, we’ve got something for everyone.

Relax and unwind in our spacious indoor-outdoor bar and lounge area, or choose to dine indoors, on our breezy patio, or amidst the lush greenery of our garden. At El Patio, there’s a perfect spot for every occasion.

Join us for an unforgettable dining experience where the flavors of Mexico meet the spirit of Aruba.
¡Bienvenidos a El Patio!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    280 4700
  • Website
    http://www.elpatioaruba.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Mike Boland
  • Private party facilities
    Several private areas available for special events.
  • Location
    J. E. Irausquin Blvd 47 Alhambra Mall, Oranjestad, Oranjestad 00000
  • Neighborhood
    Oranjestad
  • Cross street
    Main Sasaki Road towards Hospital and Alhambra Mall
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Arubus stop Alhambra Mall
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 158 people are saying

El Patio Tacos & Tequila reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Aruba

    Neighborhood gem

  • Aruba

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Patio Tacos & Tequila in Aruba offers a vibrant atmosphere with "beautiful decor" and "amazing ambience." Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "authentic Mexican cuisine," highlighting the "Baja Fish Taco" and "Buffalo Chicken Taco" as must-tries. Despite some service hiccups, the "friendly and accommodating staff" ensures a memorable dining experience.

158 Reviews

  1. Tim

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came back a second time!! Wanted to try different tacos. Will be back.

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  2. Richard

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great! Service was friendly and attentive. Enjoyed the food and drinks.

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  3. Michelle

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious & authentic. I would highly recommend.

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  4. Susan

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance was amazing, beautifully decorated patio Our server was great Just enough food without being overstuffed

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  5. Paul

    Baltimore2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, not too expensive and we had a Mariachi band to boot!

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  6. Michael

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks food & service were wonderful . You have to go !

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  7. Jeff and Lori

    Hawaii9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we tried was excellent. Friendly service. Amazing ambience (would be lovely even without the mariachi!). This is an excellent addition to the low-rise area, and the best Mexican we’ve had on the island. Try the birria tacos!

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  8. Alyssa

    Fort Lauderdale1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Plus they had a mariachi band for cinco de mayo.

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  9. Krista VIP

    Baton Rouge17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Super cute place. Menu is limited. Wish they had dipping Queso and fajitas!

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  10. Beth

    Philadelphia21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was a little slow. But it was busy. The staff was great ! The good portion are plenty and the drinks also great We loved the skirt steak tacos and the fish tacos. The chorizo cheese app was amazing !

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FAQs

El Patio Tacos & Tequila offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 280 4700.

El Patio Tacos & Tequila is rated 4.3 stars by 158 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. Aruba
  5. Oranjestad

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for El Patio Tacos & Tequila

J. E. Irausquin Blvd 47 Alhambra Mall, Oranjestad, Oranjestad 00000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Sasaki Road towards Hospital and Alhambra Mall
  • Neighborhood
    Oranjestad
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Arubus stop Alhambra Mall
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mike Boland
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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