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La Balandra

Fred Rasio
03:46 04 Jul 24
Beautiful location and friendly service. Kids will have fun watching the amazing fish all around. The food was very good overall but some dishes much better than others. Ask your waiter for recommendations.
Wil Riggins
22:39 06 Jun 24
Google map directions were not very accurate, so we called the restaurant to ask for directions. The resort desk clerk answered the call, but chose to offer no useful information. We finally figured it out and made our way to the resorts security attendant, who was very nice, polite and helpful - the polar opposite of the phone call. We were about 30 minutes late for our reservation but had no problem being seated. The highlight of our experience was a pelican that was resting just outside the restaurant area. Very entertaining. The food was tasty although a bit high priced. The wait staff and bartender did a great job.
Barak Carr
23:45 05 May 24
The location cannot be beat. The bar is exquisite and the service just right.Food was well prepared and was a highlight of our trip
Света Соловьева
23:35 03 Apr 24
wonderful, attentive staff. very courteous and polite. The view is great, so is the food. I will definitely come to this place again! with an unforgettable view
Hungry Florida Girl
17:45 04 Jan 24
Consistently good food and attentive service; dinner was better than lunch. Fish of the day is always fresh & tasty (we ordered it several times over the course of two weeks.) That, with the service they provide and ambiance makes this a special place.
Joanne Mierzejewski
19:15 10 Dec 23
We went here for lunch, but weren't staying at Harbor Village. We didn't realize this was in the resort itself, so would recommend calling ahead to make sure you can go in. They seem to be hesitant about outsiders coming in, which is respectful to their guests. Stunning views, near the restaurant.
Theresa H
21:12 08 Oct 23
We only came for drinks (virgin) at the bar and were so delighted with Mark, the bartender. He was so friendly and nice and we had a great time chatting with him. He made us some delicious drinks that were perfect for the exceptionally hot day.
Stefan Scheele
16:38 19 Aug 23
Excellent restaurant with amazing atmosphere, service, and fresh produces.The catch of the day is always a great choice as they get fresh seafood every morning from local fishermen.Highly recommended for a nice family or romantic dinner.
Ellen Walker Malherbe
00:28 16 Aug 23
The Balandra restaurant was delicious for breakfast, lunch and dinner! We ate here three times a day every day as a family and never got tired of it!We especially liked the fact that the restaurant offered specials that changed every day for lunch and dinner. They were delicious and the fish were all very fresh! Our two children also enjoyed the fact that they could choose amazing dishes and eat fresh fish just like the adults by ordering off of the children’s menu, which offered them a lot of great choices but in smaller portions. The setting was also beautiful - incredible sunsets and fish were swimming just next to your table! We hope to come back soon for more delicious meals and fresh fish!
Laurie Bahna
03:32 02 Apr 23
When in Bonaire, make a reservation to eat here . Beautiful pier setting, delicious food. Best villas in Bonaire. Harbour Village.
Robert Fishman
14:17 18 Dec 22
Best kept secret on the island. Tucked away on the water in Harbour Village Resort, this restaurant has the perfect ambiance for outdoor dining. The staff is amazing. The menu is excellent. The wine list is surprisingly good. The food is perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. The ingredients are fresh and delicious. Everything was great from start to finish. Check out the tarpons swimming by all night attracted by the underwater lights.
Michele Moscaritolo
22:01 20 Oct 22
We had an amazing time. Fine wine and superb dishes. Unique atmosphere in Bonaire. Highly recommended. Outstanding ovation to Paul and his team that make the experience unforgettable
John Turner
16:15 22 Aug 22
Located inside of a large resort property, this restaurant has a cute pirate ship theme and a lovely setting. Getting inside and figuring out where to go was a little complicated–we had to walk around several ways before finding someone working there who could direct us to where the restaurant was. The property is highly secured, which is great, but more direction and organization is needed for patrons visiting the restaurant who are not staying on the property. The food was good, but compared to other places on the island it wasn’t my favorite. 7/10.
Joe Huguelet
18:09 08 Jan 20
Kind of average. Food is ok but not a great value. We will try other places next time.
Rene Groot
19:35 15 Aug 19
This restaurant is situated in Harbor Village. It is an amazing location with a wonderful view. The menu is rich enough and the quality of the food is outstanding. The prices are somewhat high. The restaurant is a kind of hidden for the society and it took us an effort to find it. But for the fine taster a must do when you are in Bonaire. René & Menekşe.
Amanda McAteer
02:53 23 Mar 19
The whole experience was really good, food and service fantastic....
Jason Amato
21:26 17 Sep 18
Expensive, meager portions and so so quality. Got the v catch of the day, tuna. Served sliced to hide the small amount of fish, a few veggies came with it, but no dric or starch of any kind. Tuna tasted old. Cost $30. Others in our party were similarly unimpressed.Breakfast here is will done, although resort priced, which moved it from 2 to 3 stars for me.
xrtoombs1
21:23 05 Jul 18
Good food on a fake boat. Nice views of the water and huge tarpon swimming around after dark. I recommend the lobster risotto.
Josh Timmons
00:05 15 Jun 18
Great food, great view, great service. Getting a table on the beach was amazing
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Casual DiningCaribbeanSea Food

Designed in the style of an antique Spanish ship, La Balandra offers a unique setting unmatched on Bonaire.  With a breezy covered dining deck on a jetty extending over the water, La Balandra Bar and Restaurant delights guests with fresh cuisine, breathtaking views of the resort’s private white sand beach, and a charming nautical decor.

Sea-Side Dining

Executive Chef Rodrigo Sanchez brings Balandra’s menu to life with fresh, in-season ingredients delivered right to the restaurant’s dock.

Dinner guests have the opportunity to experience over-the-water “aquarium seats” towards the bow of the ship, where LCD lights penetrate through the water to reveal sea creatures swimming by.

Restaurant Services & Facilities

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Additional Info

Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the seaside La Balandra Restaurant. A private, torch-lit dinner on the beach may be arranged through prior reservation, an additional $25 set- up fee applies. Other dining site options may be available according to occupancy and at management discretion.

Smoking is not permitted in the bar, on the main restaurant dining deck or at the beach dining tables at La Balandra Restaurant. Smoking is permitted only in the designated restaurant lounge area. A violation of the smoking policy will result in being asked to leave the restaurant. Pending food orders will be charged and sent to the guest room, or outside guests will be given their food orders for takeout and will be asked to leave the hotel premises.

Contact Info

Location

To showcase Bonaire’s culinary wealth, a 15-day culinary event is organized that takes place on the entire island, starting on May 23rd up to and including June 6th. Several culinary hotspots on Bonaire have created a special menu for a discounted price. The event is the perfect opportunity to discover a wide variety of restaurants Bonaire has to offer. Enjoy!

Bonaire Culinair Event Offer

3-Course Dinner Menu $39.50

Appetizers

Vietnamese Style Spring Roll
Cucumber, Carrot, Avocado and Cabbage, Wrapped in Rice Paper Tortilla, served with Peanut Sauce
or
Goat Cheese Ravioli
Homemade Ravioli with Goat Cheese, Truffle Sauce and Parmesan Cheese

Main Course

Seafood Risotto
Creamy Arborio Rice with a Variety of Vegetables, Cream and Parmesan
or
Pasta Vongole
Linguini with Clams, Capers, Onions and White Wine Sauce
or
Braised Oyster Blade Beef
4 Hours Slow Cooked Beef with Hearty Mushrooms Sauce and Daily Fresh Vegetables

Dessert

Coconut Flan
or
Margarita Panna Cotta

Deals

> This deal cannot be combined with any other offers
> The price of the deal is in US$ and per person
> Reserve for free and pay at the restaurant

> This deal cannot be combined with any other offers
> The price of the deal is in US$ and per person
> Reserve for free and pay at the restaurant

> This deal cannot be combined with any other offers
> The price of the deal is in US$ and per person
> Reserve for free and pay at the restaurant

Opening Hours

This restaurant is open for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • MondayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • TuesdayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • WednesdayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • ThursdayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • FridayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • SaturdayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • SundayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 10:00pm

B: Breakfast | L: Lunch | D: Dinner

Reviews

Fred Rasio
03:46 04 Jul 24
Beautiful location and friendly service. Kids will have fun watching the amazing fish all around. The food was very good overall but some dishes much better than others. Ask your waiter for recommendations.
Wil Riggins
22:39 06 Jun 24
Google map directions were not very accurate, so we called the restaurant to ask for directions. The resort desk clerk answered the call, but chose to offer no useful information. We finally figured it out and made our way to the resorts security attendant, who was very nice, polite and helpful - the polar opposite of the phone call. We were about 30 minutes late for our reservation but had no problem being seated. The highlight of our experience was a pelican that was resting just outside the restaurant area. Very entertaining. The food was tasty although a bit high priced. The wait staff and bartender did a great job.
Barak Carr
23:45 05 May 24
The location cannot be beat. The bar is exquisite and the service just right.Food was well prepared and was a highlight of our trip
Света Соловьева
23:35 03 Apr 24
wonderful, attentive staff. very courteous and polite. The view is great, so is the food. I will definitely come to this place again! with an unforgettable view
Hungry Florida Girl
17:45 04 Jan 24
Consistently good food and attentive service; dinner was better than lunch. Fish of the day is always fresh & tasty (we ordered it several times over the course of two weeks.) That, with the service they provide and ambiance makes this a special place.
Joanne Mierzejewski
19:15 10 Dec 23
We went here for lunch, but weren't staying at Harbor Village. We didn't realize this was in the resort itself, so would recommend calling ahead to make sure you can go in. They seem to be hesitant about outsiders coming in, which is respectful to their guests. Stunning views, near the restaurant.
Theresa H
21:12 08 Oct 23
We only came for drinks (virgin) at the bar and were so delighted with Mark, the bartender. He was so friendly and nice and we had a great time chatting with him. He made us some delicious drinks that were perfect for the exceptionally hot day.
Stefan Scheele
16:38 19 Aug 23
Excellent restaurant with amazing atmosphere, service, and fresh produces.The catch of the day is always a great choice as they get fresh seafood every morning from local fishermen.Highly recommended for a nice family or romantic dinner.
Ellen Walker Malherbe
00:28 16 Aug 23
The Balandra restaurant was delicious for breakfast, lunch and dinner! We ate here three times a day every day as a family and never got tired of it!We especially liked the fact that the restaurant offered specials that changed every day for lunch and dinner. They were delicious and the fish were all very fresh! Our two children also enjoyed the fact that they could choose amazing dishes and eat fresh fish just like the adults by ordering off of the children’s menu, which offered them a lot of great choices but in smaller portions. The setting was also beautiful - incredible sunsets and fish were swimming just next to your table! We hope to come back soon for more delicious meals and fresh fish!
Laurie Bahna
03:32 02 Apr 23
When in Bonaire, make a reservation to eat here . Beautiful pier setting, delicious food. Best villas in Bonaire. Harbour Village.
Robert Fishman
14:17 18 Dec 22
Best kept secret on the island. Tucked away on the water in Harbour Village Resort, this restaurant has the perfect ambiance for outdoor dining. The staff is amazing. The menu is excellent. The wine list is surprisingly good. The food is perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. The ingredients are fresh and delicious. Everything was great from start to finish. Check out the tarpons swimming by all night attracted by the underwater lights.
Michele Moscaritolo
22:01 20 Oct 22
We had an amazing time. Fine wine and superb dishes. Unique atmosphere in Bonaire. Highly recommended. Outstanding ovation to Paul and his team that make the experience unforgettable
John Turner
16:15 22 Aug 22
Located inside of a large resort property, this restaurant has a cute pirate ship theme and a lovely setting. Getting inside and figuring out where to go was a little complicated–we had to walk around several ways before finding someone working there who could direct us to where the restaurant was. The property is highly secured, which is great, but more direction and organization is needed for patrons visiting the restaurant who are not staying on the property. The food was good, but compared to other places on the island it wasn’t my favorite. 7/10.
Joe Huguelet
18:09 08 Jan 20
Kind of average. Food is ok but not a great value. We will try other places next time.
Rene Groot
19:35 15 Aug 19
This restaurant is situated in Harbor Village. It is an amazing location with a wonderful view. The menu is rich enough and the quality of the food is outstanding. The prices are somewhat high. The restaurant is a kind of hidden for the society and it took us an effort to find it. But for the fine taster a must do when you are in Bonaire. René & Menekşe.
Amanda McAteer
02:53 23 Mar 19
The whole experience was really good, food and service fantastic....
Jason Amato
21:26 17 Sep 18
Expensive, meager portions and so so quality. Got the v catch of the day, tuna. Served sliced to hide the small amount of fish, a few veggies came with it, but no dric or starch of any kind. Tuna tasted old. Cost $30. Others in our party were similarly unimpressed.Breakfast here is will done, although resort priced, which moved it from 2 to 3 stars for me.
xrtoombs1
21:23 05 Jul 18
Good food on a fake boat. Nice views of the water and huge tarpon swimming around after dark. I recommend the lobster risotto.
Josh Timmons
00:05 15 Jun 18
Great food, great view, great service. Getting a table on the beach was amazing
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Signature Dish

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Lobster Risotto

Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Creamy Arborio Rice with a Variety of Vegetables, Cream and Parmesan

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