Love Served Daily: Elements Restaurant Named Caribbean’s Best Fine Dining and Top Date Night Spot in the World

Romance is always on the menu at Elements Restaurant, the signature dining experience of Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort, Aruba’s premier adults-only retreat. TripAdvisor has just named Elements the #1 Fine Dining Restaurant in the Caribbean and the #7 Best Date Night Spot in the World, affirming what guests have long known, love truly is served daily at Bucuti & Tara.

Where Love and Culinary Artistry Meet

Set along the pristine shores of Eagle Beach, Elements is more than a restaurant, it’s an experience where romance, sustainability, and fine dining come together in perfect harmony. Guests dine surrounded by breathtaking ocean views, glowing sunsets, and the soothing sound of waves, creating the ultimate setting for couples to celebrate love and connection.

Recognized among the Top 1% of Restaurants Worldwide, Elements earned Tripadvisor’s highest distinction: the Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Award. With over 8 million listings, this honor is reserved for venues that deliver not just exceptional food, but unforgettable experiences.

“Dining at Elements is a journey of flavors that excites the palate and warms the heart,” says Nicolas Nemalceff, Director of Food & Beverage. “Each dish tells a story, one of local heritage, craftsmanship, and love for our guests.”

Romantic Dining Redefined

Recently reimagined by award-winning design firm FG Stijl, Elements now offers a fresh yet timeless aesthetic inspired by Aruba’s natural beauty. Couples can choose from three enchanting settings:

Romantic Beach Dining in private cabanas beneath the stars
Open-air terrace seating with ocean views
Indoor dining framed by floor-to-ceiling windows

Every detail enhances the romantic fine dining experience, from the glow of candlelight to the gentle rhythm of the sea.

Elements’ newly refreshed menu blends Mediterranean inspiration with Caribbean flair, featuring vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and world cuisine options. Each plate celebrates the island’s local farmers, fishermen, and artisans while staying true to Bucuti & Tara’s fossil fuel-free, sustainable kitchen philosophy.

A Reflection of Bucuti & Tara’s Excellence

These accolades are part of a remarkable year for Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort, which was also named by TripAdvisor in 2025:

#1 Hotel in the Caribbean
#5 Hotel in the World
#2 Hotel to Treat Yourself in the World

The resort’s pristine setting on Eagle Beach, Tripadvisor’s #1 Beach in the Caribbean and #3 Beach in the World, completes the trifecta of romance, relaxation, and natural beauty that keeps guests returning year after year.

Coming Soon: Terra by Jeremy Ford

Building on its culinary legacy, Bucuti & Tara will soon debut Terra by Jeremy Ford, a new fine dining concept led by the Michelin-starred and Green Michelin Star chef behind Miami’s acclaimed Stubborn Seed. Together with local partners Maurice and Karim Neme, Chef Ford will bring a bold, sustainable, and locally inspired approach to Caribbean dining.

This upcoming restaurant will offer a deeply intimate dining experience, blending global techniques with Aruba’s authentic island soul, yet another chapter in Bucuti & Tara’s story of sustainable luxury and heartfelt hospitality.

Gratitude Served with Every Dish

“These Tripadvisor Best of the Best recognitions are affirmations of everything we believe in,” says Rik van der Berg, General Manager. “They reflect the passion of our team, the loyalty of our guests, and the beauty of Aruba.”

Adds Crescenzia Biemans, Managing Director, “To our guests, thank you for entrusting us with your milestone moments and sharing your love stories through your reviews. Your joy is our greatest reward.”

Experience Aruba’s Most Romantic Fine Dining

Whether you’re celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, or unforgettable date night, Elements Restaurant offers the perfect setting for romance on Eagle Beach.
Savor every bite, every view, and every shared smile, because at Bucuti & Tara, love is always the main course.

Learn more or reserve your table: www.elementsaruba.com