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.
Restaurant Services & Facilities
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Additional Info
Chef de Cuisine Jonnie Statie’s creativity shines through in flavorful dishes such as Lobster Risotto, Pan Seared Scallops, and Shrimp & Squid Tagliatelle. For a truly memorable experience, allow us to cook your fresh catch and serve it in the restaurant, in-room or at a private table on the beach.
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To showcase Bonaire’s culinary wealth, the Bonaire Culinair team organizes a 15-day culinary event from September 23rd 2021 until October 7th 2021. During these 15 days the participating restaurants and food trucks will create a special menu at a set price. A 3-course dinner menu for $33, a 2-course lunch menu for $22, or a Food Truck special for $11.
Bonaire Culinair Event Offer
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> Reserve for free and pay at the restaurant
> This deal cannot be combined with any other offers
> The price of the deal is in US$ 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 – 9:00pm
- TuesdayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- WednesdayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- ThursdayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- FridayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- SaturdayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- SundayB: 7:00am – 10:30pm | L: 12:00noon – 2:30pm | D: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
B: Breakfast | L: Lunch | D: Dinner
Reviews
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....
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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Carolyn Schokker
17:34 04 Sep 21
Had a amazing dinner with the family for my B-day on Thursday September 2nd 2021, service was great and food was excellent. I had a seafood pasta and it was one of the best i ever had!!!
Wouter Smolders
12:47 31 Aug 21
Great place and great food. Would love to comeback sometime.
Matt Garratt
04:03 07 Aug 21
Outside seating and atmosphere was good. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The food and drinks were also very nice. My dessert came in an oversized glass which, although clearly a gimmick, was a little cheesy, hence the 4 out of 5. Everything else was very good though. Would recommend.
Ron R
14:05 28 Jul 21
Best restaurant we've been to on Bonaire in terms of food and service. Crispy bread with pulled pork was delicious. Pork was cooked perfectly, mozzarella, mustard, cilantro- came together great. We ordered the beef fajitas as our entree. Beef might've been slightly salty, but it was fork tender and really amazing. Outdoor venue so wear bug spray.
Holger Ort
02:24 28 Jul 21
Great food, friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere. I had the veggie tapas which were amazing. The fish and the kids fish menu was delicious too. Free ice cream with every kids menu!
Tom Baartman
03:12 26 Jul 21
great hospitality, nice food and good rum and sigars: do I need to say more?
Kris Mattingly
01:22 21 Jul 21
I like the attentive staff. The food was excellent!
Alex KaSi
04:56 04 Jul 21
Good cocktails but a pretty boring ambiente compared to other locals in that region . Some great music would definitely upgrade that local
Ingrid Townsend
17:47 10 Jun 21
Best atmosphere in Bonaire ! Great food & drinks . Michael at the bar knows well all drinks , also a great convesation , great staff !!! They make you feel welcomed & at home !!! Highly recommend !!!
Mila Dorothea
07:44 14 Feb 21
Very lovely place to be in playa
Heagil E.B. Jiménez
15:13 21 Jan 21
Fast service, good food!
Eddy Trenidad
01:07 04 Jan 21
Rib Eye was amazing with the blue cheese on top and mushroom sauce 🔥🔥🔥 perfect wine tomgo along with 🍷Great service and fast.Most definitely recommended 👌🏽
Kathy Robinson
23:31 23 Dec 20
One of the best meals ever. Have never tasted Black Bean Soup as good as this. A MUST try!*Edit-We ate here 3 X during our 2 week stay.
Jonortet 86
20:00 08 Oct 20
Average food. You can tell a lot of things come out of a can. Service and atmosphere are good.
Olivia Barbier
23:45 08 Feb 20
Good looking people, good looking staff... great tasting food. What more could you ask for? Top five places to eat on Bonaire. Very good Japanese salad on the dinner menu. Fast service.
Gandy Mauricio
12:15 08 Jun 21
Great service and good food! The piña colada with Amaretto was scrumptious. Dining with a special view.This restaurant is not called MOOD anymore. But my review remains the same, because of my recent visit.
Ian Kaplan
13:26 07 Sep 21
Breeze 'n Bites is on the bottom floor of the Den Laman condos. There is a great view of the Caribbean Sea. The food is good, as is the friendly service. We often go to Breeze 'n Bites for "burger night" on Thursday. Be sure to make a reservation since burger night can be popular.
Bas de Jong
01:07 08 Aug 21
Lovely food
Adely Jansen
18:24 18 Dec 20
Great food!
Yhanni Arepas
11:51 16 Oct 20
Excellent service
Roses M
12:03 11 Jul 20
Delicious Arepita with cheese, good coffee and also a glas of fresh home made juice.
Rosanne Boyan
12:44 10 Jul 20
Enjoyed juicy and perfectly seasoned $9 burgers at BURGER NIGHT yesterday. The servers were attentive and the portions plentiful.
Jonha Dumont
16:21 09 Mar 20
Very nice view for happy hour
Jeff Freisinger
01:07 17 Jan 20
Awesome food. Great view, on the ocean. Great service.
Raquel Spanner
11:55 16 Aug 21
Parking is very limited. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Ideal location, central. Clean
Cherie Ayala
01:45 24 Jul 21
Wonderful staff for resort and dive shop. Great location for walking into town. House reef has a variety of marine life including sea turtles and octopuses! Renovation for studios are fantastic with full kitchen dining and lounge area in and outside. Ocean side rooms are literally on the ocean. Great prices!
J.T. Emers
16:43 18 Jul 21
Love their breakfast. Best on the island and they make you feel like family!!! Masha danki pa boso servisio. Be good, Jt😎
Gandy Mauricio
13:42 12 Jun 21
Great service, nice accomodation.
Michael Celestijn
16:23 27 Mar 21
Good reception.Good food and very quiet.Good relaxing.
Timothy Schaeffer
19:34 12 Mar 21
Great food, great service, great happy hour and one of the best places to be for happy hour.
Gisela Manuela
00:16 24 Jan 21
Best place to relax and chill drink a cocktail at the beach bar
Frans Soree
19:58 17 Dec 20
Verry calm and relaxed, just reopened after a 8 month closure due to Covid.
Carmel & Crusita de Palm-Leoneta
02:00 27 Nov 20
One of my favorite places for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I like the sea side places. Very friendly servive
Jesse Smith
14:19 19 Apr 20
Came down on my first vacation in years for my first ocean dive. The staff and dive masters were absolutely amazing! I will say its fantastic diving at this resort plenty of sea life. Also stayed in one of the new remodeled rooms that are great. Definitely plan on coming back for another dive trip.
Mark Sidwell
19:38 18 Jan 20
I love this resort. The food is good. The dive operation is amazing. There is amazing access for people with disabilities. The downside is that the increased cruise ship traffic has taken a big toll on the house reef. There is a lot of algae and way less soft corals on Calabas reef than there was 7 years ago. Diving away from the main resorts is still great. Other than that it was amazing.