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Travellers' Choice Best of the Best 2024
RATINGS
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
Food and ambience
Gluten free options
“Some of the highlights for me were the mustard soup and the risotto.”
“This followed by a tasty salad of herbs and salmon that was but the lead to a...”
“The next 2 courses of tuna tartare and beet risotto were fabulous.”
“A beautiful bowl of smoked salmon and creme fraiche were presented as Chef Ro...”
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Special Diets
Gluten free options
Meals
Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Free off-street parking, Serves Alcohol, American Express, Accepts Credit Cards
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5.0
1,365 reviews
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tjhayes2018
Avon4 contributions
Feb 2020 • couples
Dining at Fred is like being invited to an intimate dinner party held by a friend who is a world class chef. You start the evening meeting the 5 other couples who will be joining you for dinner and by the end of they feel like old friends. The six courses are broken up by a couple breaks on the patio where you get to know the other guests. The entire evening takes 4 hours and is not inexpensive but it is worth it. Fred and Tom are great hosts and pair the food and wine selections flawlessly. Highly recommend it
Written 22 February 2020
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Greg G
3 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
It's hard to capture how enjoyable an experience Fred is without experiencing it for yourself. From the time Fred and Tom greet you at the entrance and take you up to their terrace for a welcome drink, you know you're in for a treat. The space is unique, warm, and inviting and conducive to conversation and interaction with Fred, Tom, and the other guests. Chef Fred's food is top notch, and Tom's wine pairings are unique and offer something for all stylistic preferences. And his pours are very generous! After a wonderfully paced meal that was the best food we ate during our visit to Aruba, we loved the opportunity to sit on the terrace with Fred and Tom and the other guests and share a final drink. Fred and Tom couldn't have been more welcoming and entertaining. We left feeling like we made new friends.
Overall, I can't recommend Fred enough. Although not cheap, relative to other dining experiences/prices in Aruba, I am not sure there's a better value to be found. Thank you, Fred and Tom!
Written 6 January 2020
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Diane M
5 contributions
Sept 2020 • couples
Our 1st time in Aruba. Fred’s was excellent, the food was spectacular and the service was impeccable
When we go back to Aruba I would definitely go there again. The price is a bit steep but the food fun and service is way beyond the price
If you can get a resv consider yourself very lucky.
Written 20 September 2020
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ElaineV
Stamford1 contribution
Nov 2019 • none
I never write reviews but the meal we had a Fred’s still lingers as one of the best culinary experiences I have ever had so I just had to write.
We ate at Fred Restaurant back in November 2019. Fred is an exceptional restaurant. It is more an experience than a dinner. It is also more like being a guest at the home of friends; friends who are an exceptional chef and an exceptional host and sommelier.
We had five courses and each was more delightful than the previous one. The atmosphere was delightful. We enjoyed the food, the wine, the location and the people with whom we shared the dining experience. We had never met any of them before and all left feeling we shared the meal with good friends.
If there is only one restaurant you visit in Aruba, this is the place to come. I do hope we can repeat the experience when we return to Aruba.
Written 3 February 2020
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millapac
1 contribution
Jan 2020 • couples
We were fortunate enough to get off the waiting list one week prior to our arrival in Aruba. As you enter you see your name a chalk board and move upstairs where they great you with a welcome drink and you socialize with the other dinners. From there you move in side to a cozy u shaped counter where you enjoy the next 5 delicious and divine courses. We hope to make this awesome experience a yearly event!
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Written 14 January 2020
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Kelli C
New York City5 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
By some divine miracle we were able to snag 2 spots at Fred after getting off of the wait list and WOW. I wish I could give our experience 10 stars. The night starts off with a welcome drink on the patio where you get to connect with the other handful of guests that you will be having dinner with. From there you are greeted by Fred & Tom who walk you through the menu of the night (5 course meal with wine optional). After each course you take a break and head outside to digest and chat more. The flow of the night is just perfect. There is no rush and you can simply enjoy every aspect of the experience. Thank you Fred & Tom for an amazing night filled with delicious food, great conversations and lots of wine! The reviews don't lie - this is an absolute must when visiting Aruba, but make sure you email them a year prior! We had an amazing night and made friends that we will keep in touch with for life!
Written 8 January 2020
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Jennifer B
2 contributions
Feb 2020 • couples
This was the best dining experience I have ever had. My husband and I have been in the restaurant industry for over 10 years and we are big foodies and this place did not disappoint. Between Chef Fred and Tom they make the experience amazing!
I don’t want to spoil exactly what happens because we didn’t know going into it and I am glad I didn’t for the first time going to Fred. I guarantee you WILL have great food with multiple courses. You will feel like you are in their kitchen. My husband and I can’t wait to go back.
They do book in advance. If you see that they don’t have any reservations available on line, email them. Tom gets back to you right away. That is how my husband and I got in. They had a cancellation for a night we were in Aruba. I saw a few reviews saying it was a little pricey and I have to disagree with that. I think it was priced perfectly for what you get.
Don’t wait to go!! It’s a must!
Thank you again to Chef Fred and Tom. You both are a wonderful team who delivers an amazing dining experience.
Written 27 February 2020
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Kimberly L.
1 contribution
Oct 2019 • none
From the initial e-mail request for a reservation at Fred all the way until my last glass of wine before we left, our experience was top notch. The food is to die for and a level above all of the other restaurants we experienced on the island during our week stay (and in prior years). Tom was so personable, engaging and thorough during our correspondence in setting up our reservations and detailing my allergies. Every single course (5) prepared by Fred was amazing and unique. I love the structure of the small group as it gives you an opportunity to meet other people who are either visiting or live on the Island. We ended up becoming good friends with two of our dinner companions. The wine offerings were great as well. We stayed at the Ritz during our stay and they recommend several restaurants to us and none compared to Fred. We went to Fred on the first night and felt like our dining experiences paled in comparison. I cannot wait until we return in 2020 for another memorable meal!
Written 15 January 2020
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carolkemp
New Port Richey587 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
Over a period of 6 years & 4 planned trips to Aruba, we finally were able to meet Fred & enjoy Chef Table Dining prepared by Fred & served by Tom. Dinner started at 7 pm & ended at 11:30 pm. Only 12 people seated each evening. 1st time we learned about Fred we could not get in as you need to make reservations 6 months in advance. Fred started out with a different business partner at 2 Fools & A Bull so 2nd trip we were excited to be seated only to find out Fred left to start his own restaurant! Next planned trip was for 2020 & we secured our reservation...then Covid-19 hit & trip was cancelled. Thursday evening 8/19 was a highlight for our trip to Aruba. Happy to have experienced Fred Restaurant as we learned Fred sold the restaurant &it will be another owner in December.
Written 23 August 2021
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Mike
3 contributions
Dec 2020 • couples
If you are going to come to Aruba you should check the availability at Fred’s before you book your flights, because if you can’t get in you should wait until you can to come, that is how special of an experience it is to eat at Fred’s.
Fred and Tom are incredibly well versed with their crafts. Tom is a fantastic host and an even better sommelier. Not only does he make sure all of your allergies are accounted for in the meal for the evening, him and Fred both go back through the history of the reservations to make sure if you have ever dined there before that you will never have the same meal twice. That is just the beginning of the amount of care put into your meal and entire evening at Fred.
There are three things to remember before going to Fred’s
1. Book early
2. Don’t eat lunch the day you’re going to go
3. Don’t go at the beginning of your trip because it might ruin every other restaurant for you.
Written 22 December 2020
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888mags
Boston29 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
Tommie and Fred are still the best duo on the island. We have visited them several times now and am always amazed at the elegant, beautiful, sinfully tasty food Fred creates and the perfect wine pairings that Tommie has for each course. This visit was to celebrate a major anniversary for my parents, and other than us, everyone in our group was new to the restaurant. They made everyone in our group feel like we were at the dinner of our lives, and my parents were happy and flattered by the attention and the love that clearly both Tommie and Fred bring to what they do. I advise anyone who can, to eat at this restaurant - but make your reservations as soon as you book your plane tickets!
Written 2 January 2020
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Bankerwon
377 contributions
Jan 2020 • family
We always look forward to our evening at Fred Restaurant. Wonderful food, wonderful people and wonderful service. Without question, it’s the best restaurant on Aruba and one of the best in the world! We have met so many great guests and renewed friendships with others. The food courses are nicely paced and the breaks between add to the feel of friends getting together for a gourmet meal. The menu changes often but it’s always fantastic. While Fred is preparing each course, Thomas ensures everyone is enjoying their evening. I encourage you to have the wine pairings as Thomas picks outstanding wines for the evening. While reservations are sometimes hard to get, keep trying as it will be an unforgettable experience. We’re still talking about the mustard soup and beef Wellington - wow! Thank you Fred and Thomas for the highlight of our trip to Aruba!
Written 15 February 2020
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mcdedrick
Albany1501 contributions
Mar 2020 • couples
Our recent meal at Fred was very pleasant with good food and company.
I especially like how they do their wine pairing. You have a couple different choices per one or two courses and you pay by the glass rather than a flat charge for the whole meal. The food and wine paired perfectly. The patio is a relaxing place for before dinner and the two breaks you have between courses. Thanks to Tommie and Fred for a memorable evening.
Written 12 March 2020
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SuzieQCPE
Cape May50 contributions
Oct 2019 • couples
Second time there and can’t wait to go back. Price fixed and pricey but worth it. Only seats (I think)14 so make a reservation in advance. Everything is prepared to enlighten your palette. They will accommodate dietary restriction, (I don’t eat seafood) but u must tell them in advance. By far the best restaurant on the island. Only one seating per night.
Written 17 February 2020
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Amy
Austin3 contributions
Nov 2020 • none
We arrived a little early and Fred's wasn't quite open, so we were able to enjoy a beverage at Que Pasa which was the restaurant downstairs. Once Fred's was open we headed upstairs to a beautiful balcony. There were chairs set up, and Tom brought us all Champagne. We were able to talk to the other people that were there to enjoy dinner. There were 10 people total, so it was quite an enjoyable, intimate experience. Tom came to let us know that the first course was about to be served. It was exceptional and the tastes all came together wonderfully with the wine pairing Tom suggested. Tom did an amazing job checking on us to make sure we were enjoying the food and answering any questions we may have had. It was fun to watch Fred prepare the dishes and make them so beautiful (and tasty).
There were two breaks in the meal which was amazing and help you not fill up too fast or feel rushed. This dinner was worth every penny and I would love to come back in the future. If you are looking for a wonderful experience book a reservation soon!
Written 24 November 2020
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