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La Balandra Bar & Restaurant

4.9 (200)
$31 to $50
International
Kaya Gobernador N.Debrot No. 71, Kralendijk, Bonaire 00000

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La Balandra Bar & Restaurant

4.9
$31 to $50
International
Bonaire

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Romantic
Located seaside at Harbour Village Beach Club, La Balandra Bar & Restaurant gives guests the feeling of sailing on the Caribbean Sea.

La Balandra delights guests with breathtaking views and fresh, imaginative cuisine using 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. Dining is available on the beach with advanced reservation, subject to availability, please contact the hotel if interested. An additional set-up charge applies, depending upon party size.

For guests staying outside of the resort, please plan to arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to your reservation. Please make a reservation by phone for parties larger than 6. Harbour Village is a private beach club. Dining at the restaurant does not include the use of our beach or facilities. Thank you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    International, Caribbean, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:30 Lunch Daily 12:00–14:30 Dinner Daily 18:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Janet Hoediono
  • Private party facilities
    Private, torch-lit dining on the beach is available.
  • Area
    Bonaire
  • Cross Street
    Please use the entrance of Harbour Village Beach Club for free parking.
  • Parking Details
    Available, free in the resort parking lot
  • Public transport
    Google map directions are incorrect. Ignore the map that tries to take you across the marina channel and use Harbour Village Beach Club's main entrance for free parking.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at La Balandra Bar & Restaurant.

4.9

4.9
(200)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Balandra Bar & Restaurant offers a "beautiful location" with a setting reminiscent of an old sailing ship, right on the water. Guests praise the "amazing food," "great staff," and "romantic atmosphere," with special mention of gluten-free options. Enjoy a "wonderful service" and "gorgeous views," perfect for a memorable dining experience.
200 Reviews
  1. Bonnie Gold

    San Antonio8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner at La Balandra. Our server, Marcos, was entertaining and helpful. The setting was outstanding. The restaurant is a replica of an old sailing ship, and it sits on the water. We got the sea breeze and were able to watch the fish swimming around the boat and the pelicans swooping in for their dinner. One of person in our party is gluten-free and the restaurant has a special gluten-free menu. The food was delicious. The shrimp done just right so it was not rubbery. The chef came out to visit the table to ensure we were satisfied with our meal. The restaurant was not crowded so the noise level was low and we were able to easily talk (when we weren't watching the fish or interacting with Marcos). We would definitely make a return visit. Caution - do not use Google maps for directions. Google takes you to the resort next door. The restaurant is at Harbor Village, not Eden. There is a guard at the entry to the resort on which the restaurant is located. The guard had to lead us from the front gate to the restaurant and we had fun finding our way and getting back out to the car.

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  2. Maurice

    Caribbean Netherlands1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful location, great staff, and delicious food. The price is a bit higher than average, but it is well worth it. Definitely worth a visit if you are in Bonaire.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Maastricht1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Wat a great experience, a diner at the beach like in a dream.

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  4. Lynn Gold

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have loved our stay at Harbour Village Bonaire. La Balandra Bar & Restaurant is an excellent and integral part of this resort and our fantastic stay. The staff of La Balandra could not be nicer and more accommodating. Our breakfast, lunch, drinks and dinner have been amazing. And, there are so many choices you can try something new each visit. Thank you. BRAVO!!!

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  5. Brian Gold

    Portland / Oregon13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and view is spectacular but as in many places in Bonaire, you should not expect super fast and efficient service. Prepare to be on island time.

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  6. Georgia Gold

    Charlotte28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at LaBalandra, Dahlila our waitress was very courteous, knowledgeable. and very attentive. We would love to return to Harbour Village and LaBalandra. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was romantic.

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  7. wendy Gold

    San Diego125 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We always came for the curry shrimp. We were so sad that the recipe changed and it wasn’t nearly as good. Please bring back old recipe!
    La Balandra Bar & RestaurantResponded on 26 July 2026
    We appreciate your feedback on the curry shrimp. We will share it with the Chef and hope you'll return to try some of our other amazing specials.

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  8. Laura

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's was amazing, the ambiance, the food, the service. A wondefull place to be and the food was very very good! I'll come back again.
    La Balandra Bar & RestaurantResponded on 26 July 2026
    We are so pleased that your enjoyed dining with us. Thank you for your review and we look forward to hosting you again.

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  9. Amy Gold

    Coastal North Carolina24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous view, comfortable setting. Fish special was delicious. Friendly staff and great service. Love the hurricane cocktail.
    La Balandra Bar & RestaurantResponded on 20 July 2026
    We appreciate your review and are so happy you enjoyed it. We hope to welcome you back soon.

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  10. Donnell Gold

    Los Angeles23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the goat cheese ravioli and my husband had the lobster risotto - both were delicious. We finished with a shared chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream. A perfect birthday celebration with gorgeous views.
    La Balandra Bar & RestaurantResponded on 20 July 2026
    Thank you for choosing to spend your birthday with us! We're so glad you enjoyed it and hope you'll dine with us again soon.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    International, Caribbean, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:30 Lunch Daily 12:00–14:30 Dinner Daily 18:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Janet Hoediono
  • Private party facilities
    Private, torch-lit dining on the beach is available.
  • Area
    Bonaire
  • Cross Street
    Please use the entrance of Harbour Village Beach Club for free parking.
  • Parking Details
    Available, free in the resort parking lot
  • Public transport
    Google map directions are incorrect. Ignore the map that tries to take you across the marina channel and use Harbour Village Beach Club's main entrance for free parking.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, La Balandra is well suited to a special evening, with guests celebrating anniversaries and many reviewers praising its sunset setting and waterfront ambience.

Sunday evenings are a lovely pick, one guest specifically enjoyed a Sunday evening meal watching the sunset at La Balandra.

Yes, the menu includes explicitly vegetarian options (for example, the Omelette can be ordered vegetarian, and the Healthy Morning section lists items like Yogurt Bowl and Fresh Fruit Plate), and staff have accommodated gluten-free needs for guests (for instance, offering plantains instead of bread).

For the signature experience, visit La Balandra for dinner around sunset, guests love the sunset views and the tarpon and sea-life that appear as lights come on (dinner runs daily 6:00–9:30 pm).

Yes, families dine comfortably at La Balandra: guests report family dinners and say bringing a young child (almost 2) was "no problem, " with friendly, accommodating staff and a relaxed seaside setting.

La Balandra is seaside with over-the-water “aquarium seats” toward the bow, beach dining available by reservation, and a welcoming bar area where many guests sit to enjoy drinks and the view.

Yes, La Balandra offers unique experiences: over-the-water “aquarium seats” toward the bow and beach dining available by advanced reservation (an additional set-up charge applies); the kitchen also features daily specials.

Guests often describe portions as generous, several reviews praise the food's quality and specifically call the portions generous at La Balandra.

Resort casual is the guide, light, comfortable clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

Yes, you can request beach dining by contacting the hotel; beach dining requires an advanced reservation and may incur an additional set‑up charge, and parties larger than six should make reservations by phone.

La Balandra feels like seaside dining afloat, breathtaking water views, gardened approach, and over‑water seating where guests watch sunsets and illuminated tarpon; reviewers describe it as serene, pretty, and perfect for sunset.

Yes, La Balandra offers over-the-water “aquarium seats” toward the bow and also offers beach dining by advanced reservation (an additional set‑up charge applies).

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La Balandra Bar & Restaurant

4.9
$31 to $50
International
Bonaire

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
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