Matthew's beachside restaurant

Best restaurant I’ve tried here so far. The service was amazing and the food was fresh and delicious. if you’re looking for dessert and love chocolate their chocolate cake with the melted middle is amazing. Definitely visiting again! Great restaurant.

We had this place recommended to us, so we tried it out. I'm not sure what was off, but nothing was really hitting the spot for any of us. It was all just fine. I liked the coffee. They did swap out the eggs for me since I didn't like the original ones they brought out, which I appreciated. While I went to the restroom, the birds helped themselves to my eggs and pecked holes in the jelly packet. Overall, it's a pretty view with good coffee and plenty of birds. We also had an extra $5 added on to the bill. It seemed to be because we were visiting from another resort, but I'm not sure.

Amazing Valentine's date night. Food was delicious. Tuna Tataki is to die for. Seared grouper and octopus were also amazing.

If you find yourself in Oranjestad, Aruba, Matthew's Beachside Restaurant is a must-visit. The food here is not just good—it's downright delicious, and the presentation is beautiful, making each dish as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the taste buds. The service is excellent, with staff who are attentive and genuinely friendly, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. But the real star of the show? The view. It's first-class all the way, with the stunning beachfront setting adding that extra bit of magic to your dining experience. Sure, it's a bit on the pricey side, but trust me, it’s well worth it. Whether you're celebrating something special or just want to treat yourself, Matthew's offers a dining experience that's truly top-notch.

*edit* We've been several times. It is out favourite restaurant in the area. We really liked this restaurant. Perfect views, it is literally oceanside. A simple menu but tasty dishes. More gluten-free options than most places in the area. We had the beef teriyaki bowl - it was excellent, and the pizza (not GF). The pizza left a little to be desired, the crust fell apart and was undercooked. But the sauce, cheese and chicken were very good. The staff is friendly and efficient.

New favorite restaurant in Aruba. Got the tuna appetizer & filet mignon. Sat directly on next to the beach for dinner. Absolutely fantastic service and reasonable prices. 11/10 will be back!

I absolutely loved the food here. Menu had more variety than most places. Did not have to wait for a table and it wasn't packed. Recommended from a friend who has time share, so I think not as many ppl know about it. Sunset view was spectacular!

Great place. We ended up eating here twice on our trip. Food was fantastic. The portion sizes were a little small, except my daughter's pizza. Italian night was great. The lobstertail pasta was delicious just could have used a little more. Happy hour drinks were well worth it. The view and atmosphere was great too. They also offer a kids menu. Highly recommend checking it out.