At Sea

Boasting stunning views of the sea — and of sunsets — At Sea, near the cruise port, is a prime choice for those who visit restaurants for a culinary experience: finely composed dishes, excellent ingredients from European cheese to Caribbean fish, and wines from all around the world. The à la carte menu includes items such as caviar, ceviche, duck and bouillabaisse, and for the more daring, there are surprise menus with varying content.

• Web:

  www.atseabonaire.com

• Address:

  25 Kaya C.E.B. Hellmund, Kralendijk

• Phone:

  +599 701 0134

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat 6pm–10pm, Sun & Mon closed

Chill and Grill

Few things are more idyllic than when your catamaran is rocking on the turquoise Caribbean Sea, you're getting ready for a refreshing swim or snorkel, while the staff are all at your service preparing some delectable grilled food. With Epic Tours, the menu will likely include some seafood, steak, salads, desserts, and accompanying drinks.

• Web:

  www.epictoursbonaire.com/tours/chill-grill-catamaran-sunset-sail

• E-mail:

  info@epictoursbonaire.com

• Address:

  Nautico Marina, Kaya J.N.E Craane 24, Kralendijk

• Phone:

  +599 777 11 33

Ocean Oasis Beach Club

A vibrant beachfront venue offering an idyllic backdrop for everything — from snorkelling to cocktail-sipping in chic cabanas. Breakfast options are varied and range from savoury to sweet, and for the rest of the day there's a rich offering from salads to local fish to brisket, with other specialities such as yucca fries or bitterballen, plus an extensive wine selection.

• Web:

  www.oceanoasisbonaire.com

• E-mail:

  info@oceanoasisbonaire.com

• Address:

  260 EEG Boulevard, Kralendijk

• Phone:

  +599 701 4440

• Opening hours:

  Daily 9am–10pm

Posada Para Mira

Leaving Rincón to the west you will find one of the city's hidden jewels, Posada Para Mira. Here, you can sample a variety of local cuisine: soups and stews made of goat, cod and iguana, served with plantain and funchi as some of the garnish options. Posada also offers a range of refreshing drinks, not to mention — hence the name — the view unfolding in front of your table.

• Web:

  www.posadaparamira.com

• E-mail:

  posadaparamira@live.nl

• Address:

  Kaya Para Mira, Rincón

• Phone:

  +599 717 2199

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sun 11am–6pm, Tue & Thu closed

Yhanni's Arepas

Yhanni's Arepas is a low-key, toes-in-sand restaurant with cheap and diverse Venezuelan food, plus sunbeds to further increase your comfort. The menu offers a wide selection of options, from classic ham and cheese arepas to more exotic varieties. In addition to that, there are also varying offers of burritos, soups and seafood.

• Address:

  Budget Marine, Kaya Neerlandia, Kralendijk

• Phone:

  +599 788 0035

• Opening hours:

  Mon, Tue & Thu noon–7pm, Wed noon–9pm, Fri noon–10pm, Sat & Sun noon–6pm