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Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Ten Dining Options Spanning Steakhouse, Beachfront Grills and Casual Cafés
Ten distinctive venues set the stage for island-inspired dining, from a steakhouse offering tableside butcher service to an open-air Italian eatery and beachfront grills reached by water taxi. Sip craft cocktails at a lobby bar, sample cultural fare at a weekly Aruban BBQ, or savor a seafood buffet overlooking the marina. Casual bites, late-night cuisine with live music, and a private-island fish shack round out a lineup built for every craving and occasion.
Steakhouse Restaurant
L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House
An upscale steakhouse at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort featuring aged prime steaks, rack of lamb and fresh local seafood, with a tableside Butcher Table Experience and signature craft cocktails. L.G. Smith’s Steak & Chop House suits guests seeking a polished evening out, with collared-shirt dress code and a refined, nightly dinner atmosphere.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
All-Day Caribbean Seafood Restaurant
Aquarius
A contemporary all-day dining restaurant at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort, serving Caribbean seafood, meats and desserts by buffet or à la carte just off the lobby. Aquarius suits guests craving flexible, satisfying meals from breakfast through dinner, with a relaxed, contemporary feel.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.; 11:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; 5:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Caribbean-American Beachfront Grill Restaurant
Papagayo Bar & Grill
A beachfront restaurant at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort serving burgers, grilled fare, fresh salads and wood-fired pizza on the resort’s private island. Papagayo Bar & Grill suits guests craving a casual island lunch, with a relaxed, sandy-toes atmosphere just steps from the water.
- Serves: Lunch & Dinner
- Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Seafood Beach Bar
Mangrove Beach Bar & Fish Shack
A beachfront bar at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offering cocktails on Flamingo Beach, inspired by Aruba’s art and culture. Mangrove Beach Bar & Fish Shack is perfect for sipping a drink between dips in the sea, with a breezy, laid-back island vibe.
- Serves: Cocktails
- Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Italian Restaurant
Fresco
An open-air Italian restaurant at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offering breakfast and dinner beside the pool deck. Fresco is perfect for a relaxed morning meal or an easygoing dinner outdoors, with a casual feel and pool-view setting.
- Serves: Breakfast & Dinner
- Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Coffee House Café
Starbucks
A convenient coffee house at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offering fresh brewed coffee for guests on the go. Starbucks is perfect for a quick, familiar pick-me-up between exploring the resort, with an easy, casual feel.
- Serves: Fresh Brewed Coffee
- Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Cocktail Bar
BLUE
A sleek, modern lobby bar at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offering crafted cocktails in the social heart of the adults-only Marina Hotel. BLUE suits guests who want a stylish spot to gather and unwind, with an energetic yet relaxed atmosphere day into night.
- Serves: Cocktails
- Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Bar
Solé
A welcoming bar at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offering handcrafted cocktails and drinks in a relaxed setting. Solé is a great spot for unwinding with friends or fellow travelers, with an easygoing atmosphere perfect any time of day.
- Serves: Cocktails & Spirits
- Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Late-Night Grill Lounge
The Lounge
A late-night lounge at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort tucked between the steakhouse and the casino, serving grilled fare alongside live music into the early hours. The Lounge suits night owls and casino-goers craving a bite, with an energetic, after-dark atmosphere.
- Serves: Late-Night Grill Fare
- Hours: 11:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m.
Poolside Bar
FLUX
A vibrant poolside bar at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offering fresh juices, frozen cocktails and light bites by day, with a lounge atmosphere after dark. FLUX suits guests looking to unwind at the Marina Hotel’s infinity pool, easygoing by day and easy on the eyes come evening.
- Serves: Frozen Cocktails & Light Fare
- Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DINE & DRINKS FAQs
How many restaurants and bars are there at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort?
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort features a wide dining lineup that includes L.G. Smith’s Steak & Chop House, Aquarius, Papagayo Bar & Grill, Mangrove Beach Bar & Fish Shack, Fresco, an on-site Starbucks, BLUE, Solé, The Lounge, and FLUX. With this many outlets, Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offers something for every guest, whether staying in the adults-only Renaissance Marina Hotel or the family-friendly Renaissance Ocean Suites.
Does Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort have a steakhouse?
Yes, L.G. Smith’s Steak & Chop House at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort is a signature steakhouse known for USDA-inspected, aged-prime steaks, rack of lamb, and fresh local seafood. Guests can enjoy the Butcher Table Experience, where Black Angus beef is sliced tableside, along with signature craft cocktails themed Water, Fire, Smoke, Earth, and Mist. The restaurant is open nightly for dinner from 6pm to 11pm, and reservations can be made by calling the resort directly.
Is there a dress code for dining at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort?
At L.G. Smith’s Steak & Chop House, Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort requests collared shirts and slacks, discouraging athletic wear, printed T-shirts, hats, and visors. Other outlets across Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort, such as Papagayo Bar & Grill, keep things casual, with shirts and shoes recommended for beachfront dining.
Can guests dine on the beach at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort?
Absolutely. Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offers beachfront dining on Renaissance Island, its private island reached by water taxi. Papagayo Bar & Grill serves burgers, grilled fare, salads, and wood-fired pizza in a Caribbean-American style, while Mangrove Beach Bar & Fish Shack at Flamingo Beach offers cocktails inspired by Aruba’s art and culture. Guests can also join Dinner Under the Stars, a four-course beachfront dinner held Wednesday nights at Papagayo, complete with a welcome cocktail and live entertainment.
Does Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort have a Starbucks?
Yes, Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort features an on-site Starbucks coffee house, offering fresh brewed coffee for guests looking for a quick, familiar pick-me-up during their stay.
What late-night dining and drinks are available at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort?
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort keeps the night going with The Lounge Midnight Grill, nestled between L.G. Smith’s Steak & Chop House and the Wind Creek Crystal Casino. It serves live music and late-night cuisine from 11pm to 3am, making it a favorite for guests seeking a bite or a drink after casino play or dinner.
Is there Italian food at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort?
Yes, Fresco is the resort’s open-air Italian restaurant, located next to the Renaissance Ocean Suites pool deck. Fresco is open daily for breakfast and in the evening for dinner, giving guests of Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort a relaxed poolside setting for Italian-inspired dishes.
Does Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort offer vegetarian and vegan dining options?
Yes, Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort provides vegetarian and vegan menu options across its dining outlets, along with a vegetarian breakfast selection, so guests with plant-based preferences have plenty to choose from throughout the resort.
Are the restaurants and bars at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort cashless?
Yes, dining and drinks at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort operate on a cashless payment system across all outlets, including Fresco, which transitioned to cashless transactions. Guests simply charge purchases to their room or use a card for a smooth, contactless experience.
Is room service available at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort, and do all bars welcome children?
Room service at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort is available daily between 6:30 a.m. and 11 p.m. Because the resort is made up of the adults-only Renaissance Marina Hotel and the family-friendly Renaissance Ocean Suites, some venues reflect that split: BLUE, the lobby bar of the Renaissance Marina Hotel, is an adults-only gathering spot, while dining outlets on the Ocean Suites side, such as Fresco, welcome families and guests of all ages.