Gelato-go Lauderdale by the Sea

Best oceanfront restuarant, on the beach, walk out to the beach. Great food and value. Fabulous cocktails, perfect to enjoy when taking a break from beach.

This place is amazing because of the ocean view. Great place for lunch and early evening dinner. I have really good seafood and great environment.

Very fun place. It was a Wednesday night and there was live music the place was packed right on the ocean and the people were nice. Three different cars and a great happy hour. The happy hour prices were excellent and the food was worth it. The portions were large but at happy hour prices that's okay. It all tasted great.

The food was good. Staff was nice enough. I felt the food was overpriced for what it was but maybe that was due to it being on the beach. We wanted to sit outside so we could vape and enjoy the view for my birthday. We've never had a problem at other restaurants sitting outside for this, but here we were told promptly that it was not allowed. It didn't really make sense as you could smell cigarette smoke everywhere from people smoking as they walked by. They also don't do anything for birthdays, so keep that in mind. I think it's a good place to stop and have lunch when exploring this area or running in to get something after being out on the beach. It also seems to be a good spot to hang out and have a few beers later in the day.

Epitome of a beach bar restaurant. You can walk right off the beach and into the restaurant. Three inside bars serving great cocktails and live music most nights. Eclectic crowd with locals and visitors alike. On the beach yet still part of vibrant town area with additional places to go to eat, drink, and be merry. Aruba's is a "must go" when in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.

Visiting from out of town and we always make sure to eat at Aruba when in Ft. Lauderdale. Great menu choices. Service is always good. Music at night. Had a delicious seafood dinner tonight over pasta. Always crowded which indicates how nice it is. Beautiful location too on the beach.

Went here on a Friday night with my boyfriend for special night out and it was perfect. Live music made it slightly challenging for conversation but the food, excellent service, and beach view more than made up for it. Can't wait to return and experience more in the area.

So many happy older people there dancing the night away. Was a pleasure to be around. We actually went to eat and didn't expect live entertainment and such hip old ppl. It's a mood booster and this was 10:30 on at night. It's truly amazing ❤️

Had a date night there recently, it was a little to dark and my date was very cold, and so was I. But our server was so sweet....She mentioned she moved here from NY. What a super nice person she was to us... She even brought to our table a coffee cup of hot water so my date could warm her hands around. So thoughtful... She's a keeper that sweet.. Lil J Lo we called her...

My wife and I stopped in for lunch on a windy rainy Dec 19, 2019. The food was delicious. Our server, Robert U was the best server we've had in recent memory. He was courteous and extremely attentive. I really can't say enough about him. Not sure we will be back in FL by the Sea any time soon but I would definitely return and would heartily recommend it.

Aruba Beach Cafe was an amazing pick. The service was wonderful and the food was delicious. My family enjoyed everything we ordered and had no complaints about lunch at Aruba Beach Cafe. The staff was kind and they changed an order after it had been sent in without complaint. The restaurant was right in the beach and the sight was beautiful. There was live music being played that set a calm and relaxing mood. I gave this restaurant 5 stars, and if I could, I’d give it more.

Great last minute find. We were seated immediately for lunch right by the windows with a view to the beach, despite the restaurant being very full. Out waiter was attentive, the food was brought out per its readiness (there was a little bit of a wait). The meals were fresh and very tasty seagood, creative blends of ingredients. I do recommend to give it a try. Cost wise, it’s probably $$$ / 5.

We ate lunch here shortly after our arrival at Lauderdale by the Sea. It was fantastic. Our waitress was friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient (They were super busy). We had the cocktail special of the day, a rum punch. Some of us had more than one. They were very good. A variety was ordered by the six in our party, everything from burgers to salads to seafood, and everyone was beyond pleased with the food. The Bimini bread was recommended and is apparently what they are known for...definitely get one for the table. The honey butter is a perfect compliment to the fresh loaf.

I've had several excellent meals at Aruba. Their grouper specials seem to never disappoint. And you can't beat the setting, directly adjacent to the beach. Definitely a favorite local hangout.

This is the best place in the whole town, we stop here because the reviews and better that what we read. They have a great food and great view to the place, for sure we will stop here again in the future. Get the valet parking, it is the best to get parked on the street and you will save time......this place is AMAZING