Battata Beach Bar – Cura Cabay’s Casual Waterfront Hangout

Atmosphere & Story

Steps from the calm waters of Cura Cabay Beach in San Nicolas, Battata Beach Bar keeps the vibe relaxed and unpretentious. Picnic tables sit on the sand, string lights glow at dusk, and locals drop by after work for cold Balashi beer and sunset views. The menu celebrates Aruba’s comfort food traditions blended with global flavors, all crafted by a team that treats guests like island family.

Shareables & Starters

• Mixed Salad – Crisp lettuce, cucumber, tomato, olives, and house dressing.
• Mini Satay Skewers – Tender chicken with peanut sauce.
• Calamari Rings – Golden-fried and herb tossed.
• Bitterballen – Six beef ragout bites with crunchy breading.
• Nachos – Cheddar or tomato salsa over crisp tortilla chips.
• Chicken Wings – Six-piece basket with hot sauce and blue cheese.
• Fish Soup – Comforting bowl made from fresh catch and vegetables.
• Caesar Salad – Romaine, Parmesan, croutons, classic dressing (add chicken or shrimp).
• Side Salad – Garden greens with your choice of dressing.

Pastas & Beach Plates

• Penne Pasta con Pollo – Grilled chicken tossed in house tomato sauce with olives, onions, basil, and Parmesan.
• Spicy Shrimp Linguine – Garlic-sautéed shrimp in creamy, spiced sauce over pasta.

Mains from the Grill & Sea

• Rib Eye Steak – Flame-grilled to order with red wine reduction, rice or fries.
• BBQ Ribs – Slow-roasted, lightly spiced, served with rice or fries.
• Chicken Satay Platter – Three peanut-sauced skewers with rice or fries.
• Grouper Fillet – Lightly spiced and grilled; served with creole sauce, rice, pan bati, and fried plantains.
• Catch of the Day – Local fisherman’s haul with creole sauce, rice or fries, pan bati, and fried plantains.
• Grilled Shrimp – Served with garlic sauce, rice or fries, pan bati, and fried plantains.
• Grilled Salmon – Finished with teriyaki, rice, pan bati, and fried plantains.

Snacks, Sandwiches & Quesadillas

• Fries, Fries Oorlog, Fries Special – Belgian-style with your favorite sauces.
• Extra Sauce – Add house-made mayo, garlic, or spicy dips.
• Hamburger – 6 oz. beef patty with mayo, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles.
• Battata Burger – Beef burger with bacon, cheddar, and all the fixings.
• Grouper Sandwich – Toasted bun, lettuce, garlic sauce, tomato, pickles, grilled grouper.
• Loaded Battata – Fries piled with chili con carne, garlic sauce, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
• Quesadilla Cheese – 10-inch tortilla with melted cheese, served with sour cream, guacamole, salsa (add chicken or shrimp).

Drinks & Desserts

Frozen cocktails, Balashi and Chill beer buckets, freshly blended juices, and ice cream cones keep the beach day energy alive. Seasonal dessert specials rotate—ask your server for rum cake, flan, or the sweet treat of the day.

Good to Know

• Location – Cura Cabay Beach 3, San Nicolas.
• Hours – Lunch through sunset dinners; evening service extends on weekends.
• Dress Code – Beach casual—swimsuits with a cover-up welcome.
• Reservations – Walk-ins friendly; call ahead for large groups or private events.
• Perfect For – Travelers exploring Aruba’s south coast, families seeking budget-friendly beach bites, and locals craving comfort food with ocean views.

Why Visit

Battata Beach Bar pairs relaxed seaside ambiance with hearty plates that showcase Aruba’s culinary roots. Grab a picnic table in the sand, order a frosty cocktail, and savor flavors as vibrant as the Cura Cabay sunset.