THE JOURNEY - To Culinary Excellence

Name: THE JOURNEY - To Culinary Excellence
Address: 330 L.G. Smith Blvd, next to the old Windmill, Oranjestad, Palm Beach, Aruba, 00000
Telephone: 565 0535
Price range: más de $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (105)

más de $50

Internacional

330 L.G. Smith Blvd, next to the old Windmill, Oranjestad, 00000 Palm Beach

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2 personas

7 jul 2025

7:00 p.m.

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Acerca de este restaurante

Bueno para ocasiones especiales
Innovador
Ideal para grupos

Next to the 'Old Mill' in Aruba you'll find a unique new restaurant, 'The Journey'. Michelin star trained chef Patrick van der Donk (Amuse Sunset restaurant) has made a very intimate chef's table concept.

Credit card information will be required in order to hold reservation as well confirmation by phone.

Not your usual bar seating set-up! Here you are able to dine at you own separate tables and still have a view of the chef creating your 5 1/2 course meal for a max of 20 guests per evening.
Price $130 per dinner and $80 for the optional wine paring, small bar available.
The evening starts at our cozy lounge with delicious hors d'oeuvres and bubbles, inside at a small and stylish set-up the chef will prepare every dish in front of his guests taking time to invite his guests over for a chat, he might even ask to help plating his dishes which gives a truly extraordinary dining experience. The menu changes frequently, classic dishes with a twist prepared with the best ingredients.

Información adicional

Ambiente
Cena fina
Precios
más de $50
Cocinas
Internacional, Americana contemporánea, Francesa
Horarios
Lun–Vie 19:00–19:15
Número de teléfono
565 0535
Página web
http://www.thejourneychefstablearuba.com/
Opciones de pago
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
De vestir
Chef ejecutivo
Patrick van der Donk
Servicio de comidas
The Journey has its own catering company, Amuse Catering, with many years of experience. We have served many, from a big group of loyal locals to big events for the government, the Royal Dutch family and many other stars coming to the Island. Weddings events on the beach we also cater, set-up and organize.
Instalaciones para eventos privados
The Journey is a unique spot for small events. Small Weddings parties, birthday parties or business events.

Ubicación
330 L.G. Smith Blvd, next to the old Windmill, Oranjestad, 00000 Palm Beach
Zona
Aruba
Intersección en calle
opposite of Riu hotel
Parking details
Estacionamiento privado
Adicional
Acceso para silla ruedas, Cervezas, Mesa del chef, Opciones libres de gluten, Vegana, Vinos, Zona exterior para fumadores

Experiencias

Chef's Table
USD 130.00 por persona
Varias fechas disponibles
The stand-alone tables which seats only 20 patrons the five-course chef’s choice pre-fixed menu will take your taste buds on a world tour. Once you arrive at your destination, the exciting expedition begins with a toast of bubbles and an amuse bouche on the terrace. You can opt to pair your courses with the sommelier’s expertly curated choice of fine wines by the glass or order a bottle from the impressive wine list. With the open kitchen, you will witness the chef work on his eye-pleasing creations. By the end of the evening, you will have made many new friends as you have all enjoyed such an excellent shared experience of culinary bliss. Bon Voyage!

Lo que dicen 105 personas

Reseñas de THE JOURNEY - To Culinary Excellence de comensales del restaurante. Basadas en valoraciones recientes.

Calificaciones y reseñas generales

Solo los comensales que han comido en este restaurante pueden realizar reseñas

4.9

4.9 de acuerdo a calificaciones recientes

4.9Comida
4.9Servicio
4.8Ambiente
4.6Valor

Ruido • Moderado

Reconocido por

Caribe
Con la mejor Comida
Caribe
Internacional
Aruba
Mejores en General
Aruba
Con la mejor Comida
Aruba
Mejor Servicio
Aruba
Mejor relación calidad-precio
Aruba
Innovador
Aruba
Ideal para grupos
Aruba
Ideal para disfrutar vinos finos
Aruba
Bueno para ocasiones especiales
Aruba
Internacional

105 reseñas

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Becky
Houston3 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 27 de junio de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
It was an amazing and personalized experience! I would recommend to anyone to try!
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceRespuesta enviada hace 6 días
Dear Becky, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Your recommendation means a great deal, and we’d be honored to welcome you again anytime. Team The Journey
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Christine VIP
Philadelphia County1 reseña
5.0
Comieron en 26 de junio de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Loved it. Amazing food cute ambiance- very special
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceRespuesta enviada hace 6 días
Dear Christine, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re delighted that you enjoyed the food and found the ambiance charming. It's wonderful to know it felt special to you. We’d love to welcome you back again soon. Team The Journey
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J
Jonathan VIP
Houston2 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 25 de junio de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Unbelievable experience. Food - AMAZING , atmosphere -AMAZING, chef interaction - unparalleled!! Our best meal while in Auba by far. Highly recommend- especially the wine pairing!!
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceRespuesta enviada hace 6 días
Dear Jonathan, Thank you so much for your incredible feedback! We’re overjoyed that your experience was such a highlight of your time in Aruba. It’s wonderful to hear that the food, atmosphere, and especially the chef interaction made such a strong impression. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you again! Team The Journey
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Deborah
Nueva York1 reseña
5.0
Comieron en 5 de junio de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
How do you measure perfection? You felt like you were in your friends home whom happens to be an extraordinary cook! Then he also has Jeremy who helps to make your evening one of true perfection!
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceSe respondió el 16 de junio de 2025
Dear Deborah, Thank you for this heartwarming review! Chef Patrick’s culinary mastery, combined with Jeremy’s attentive support, creates a seamless, intimate journey where every detail is tuned to perfection. Hearing that you felt this warmth and precision makes our efforts incredibly rewarding. We look forward to welcoming you back for another evening of true perfection! Kind regards, Team the Journey
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Anne-Marie VIP
San Antonio9 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 3 de junio de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Always a wonderful experience. If you love a culinary treat this is the place for you
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceSe respondió el 16 de junio de 2025
Dear Anne-Marie, Thank you for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking your time to write us a review. We would love to host your again during your next visit. Kind regards, Team the Journey
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Jonathan VIP
Houston13 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 21 de mayo de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
We ended our trip here. What an incredible ending. To be able to eat Michelin star level food while hanging out with the chef was amazing. Each step of the journey is exquisitely planned to make your palate explore new tastes. The champagne and converstaoin then leads to the first few dishes that can be paired with a wine. During the intermission we are giving a drink to cleanse our palate and we end with the main course and dessert. Having a seat up close and watching the chef work and explain his process was priceless. We are grateful to have ended our trip here and we look forward to returning next time we are on the island. And we can't forget that Jeremy did a great job asisting chef.
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceSe respondió el 16 de junio de 2025
Dear Jonathan, Thank you so much for sharing your incredible experience with us. We’re love that you appreciated the personal touch of watching the chef work up close and even learning about his process. Detailed explanations and a warm, conversational atmosphere are what we strive for in every service. Knowing that Jeremy made a great impression on you too truly uplifts our entire team. We can’t wait to welcome you back the next time you're on the island. Your kind words inspire us to keep pushing the boundaries of culinary excellence and exceptional guest experiences. Thank you once again for allowing us to be a memorable part of your journey. Kind regards, Team The Journey
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P
Paul VIP
Sudoeste de la Florida37 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 21 de mayo de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Truly a culinary experience! The wine pairings were amazing and thoughtfully matched with each course. Chef Patrick is a master. It is expensive however it is worth the price!
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceSe respondió el 16 de junio de 2025
Dear Paul, Thank you for leaving such a glowing review! It’s wonderful to hear that the wine pairings resonated with you and that you noticed the thoughtful curation that accompanies each course. Chef Patrick truly dedicates himself to crafting each dish with precision and passion. We appreciate you recognizing the value of the experience—even if it comes at a premium—because we believe in offering an exceptional journey that is worth every moment. We look forward to hosting you again on your next visit. Your feedback inspires us to keep pushing the boundaries of culinary artistry! Kind regards, Team The Journey
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Sharon
San Antonio1 reseña
5.0
Comieron en 15 de mayo de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Loved the experience of each course served . The presentation and story behind each preparation was excellent. Chef even wrote up a preparation for me for the salmon which I brought home and tried last night. Very great experience that I was able to share with my daughter. One suggestion for future consideration, many folks were too reserved to go up front to see what the chef was doing and how he prepared things. A cool idea might be a small camera pointing down to the plating area that broadcasts to a few small screens on the walls. Having a birds birds eye view of the level of preparation would be awesome.
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceSe respondió el 22 de mayo de 2025
Dear Sharon, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed each course and the stories behind the preparations. It’s wonderful that you were able to share this experience with your daughter—those moments make everything we do even more special. We’re also delighted that the chef’s salmon preparation inspired you to try it at home! That’s exactly the kind of connection to food and creativity we hope to spark. Your suggestion about adding a camera for a birds-eye view of the plating area is fantastic. We love hearing innovative ideas that enhance the experience for our guests, and we’ll certainly take it into consideration for future improvements. Thank you again for joining us. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable dining experience!
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Richard
San Antonio23 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 13 de mayo de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 4
A great chef's table; it was all good. It was a small group of only 6 people that were all fun to interact with. One of the better chef's tables in Aruba. We did 5 chef's tables that week.
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceSe respondió el 22 de mayo de 2025
Dear Richard, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're happy to hear that the intimate setting of just six guests created a lively atmosphere and memorable interactions. Your kind words mean a lot, especially knowing you sampled several chef's tables during your week in Aruba. It’s an honor to be recognized among the best, and we’re committed to continuing our tradition of delivering unique culinary adventures. We look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional evening! Kind regards, Team the Journey
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S
Sira VIP
Baltimore/Maryland9 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 12 de mayo de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
All the courses were delicious. I wish there were more courses, not because I was hungry but I didn’t want the experience to end. Would definitely do this again.
THE JOURNEY - To Culinary ExcellenceSe respondió el 22 de mayo de 2025
Dear Sira, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We really appreciate it. We would love to welcome you back in the future for another culinary Journey. Kind regards, Team The Journey
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THE JOURNEY - To Culinary Excellence tiene una calificación promedio de 4.9 estrellas, según 105 comensales de OpenTable.

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Inicio
Estados Unidos
Caribe
Aruba
Aruba

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2 personas

7 jul 2025

7:00 p.m.

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330 L.G. Smith Blvd, next to the old Windmill, Oranjestad, 00000 Palm Beach

Información adicional

Intersección en calle
opposite of Riu hotel
Zona
Aruba
Horarios
Lun–Vie 19:00–19:15
Precios
más de $50
Cocinas
Internacional, Americana contemporánea, Francesa
Ambiente
Cena fina
Dress code
De vestir
Parking details
Estacionamiento privado
Opciones de pago
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Chef ejecutivo
Patrick van der Donk
Adicional
Acceso para silla ruedas, Cervezas, Mesa del chef, Opciones libres de gluten, Vegana, Vinos, Zona exterior para fumadores

Página web
http://www.thejourneychefstablearuba.com/
Número de teléfono
565 0535
Servicio de comidas
The Journey has its own catering company, Amuse Catering, with many years of experience. We have served many, from a big group of loyal locals to big events for the government, the Royal Dutch family and many other stars coming to the Island. Weddings events on the beach we also cater, set-up and organize.
Instalaciones para eventos privados
The Journey is a unique spot for small events. Small Weddings parties, birthday parties or business events.

THE JOURNEY - To Culinary Excellence

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Chef's tasting MenuUSD 130.00

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