Madame Janette Aruba – Iconic Fine Dining Since 1999

Since 1999, Madame Janette has been a must-visit for fine dining in Aruba. Master Chef Karsten leads the team, blending European technique with Caribbean creativity in a cozy, open-air garden setting. Live music, candlelit tables, and award-winning dishes make this romantic restaurant one of the island’s most beloved culinary experiences.

The Madame Janette Experience

Expect attentive service, an expansive wine cellar, more than 220 beers, and a rustic bar pouring signature cocktails. Whether you’re dining under the stars or celebrating in the garden gazebo, the ambiance is as memorable as the food.

Starters & Salads

• Hungarian Goulash Soup – From the big pot, just the way the chefs like it
• Steakhouse Wedge – Crisp greens with yogurt-buttermilk blue cheese dressing and smoked bacon
• Panama Ceviche – Fresh regional white fish marinated in island lime, spiked with Madame Janette peppers
• Black Angus Beef Carpaccio – Toasted sunflower seeds, Parmigiano Reggiano, mache salad, morel and porcini vinaigrette
• Lobster Ravioli – Homemade ravioli with rock lobster, spinach, parmesan, ricotta, sautéed in herb garlic butter
• Bang Bang Shrimp – Sweet and spicy crispy shrimp over romaine with pineapple concassé
• Korean Pulled Pork Spring Rolls – Crunchy slaw with Thai pepper plum dipping sauce
• Caribbean Tuna Tartar – Chopped to order with wasabi, sesame, sake, and plantain chips (ask availability)

Fish & Seafood Specialties

• Shrimp Casserole “Du Chef” – Jumbo shrimp wrapped in prosciutto, baked with vegetables, cream, chili peppers, and Gambozola cheese
• Shrimp “Coco di Rasta” – Coconut almond breading with Thai red curry sauce
• Almond Grouper – Signature dish since 1999, coated in almonds with creamed spinach sauce
• Asian Soy Honey Sea Bass – Wasabi mashed potatoes, wok veggies, soy glaze, ginger beurre blanc

Schnitzels & European Classics

• Vienna-Style Schnitzel – Plate-sized pork tenderloin sautéed in French butter
• Escalope del Commendatore – Breaded schnitzel topped with arugula, onions, balsamico, and parmesan
• Cordon Bleu – Stuffed with ham and Dutch Gouda with golden crust

Signature Steaks & Meats

• Argentine Center Cut Tenderloin – Grilled to perfection with house spices
• Burgerloin – Tenderloin split and filled with sautéed onions, mushrooms, cheese, finished with sauce Béarnaise
• Filet Mignon “Gianni Versace” – Tenderloin topped with spinach, lobster medallions, portobello, and hollandaise
• Steak a la Mafia – Italian herb spice rub, marinara base, melted mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma
• Old Butcher Steak – Chef Karsten’s family recipe with almond mashed potatoes and oxtail glace
• Tournedos a la “Ramon” – Bacon-wrapped beef tournedos with onions and Béarnaise
• Skirt Steak – Green pepper sauce, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms
• Old Butcher Lamb Rack – Overnight-marinated free-range lamb with lamb glace
• Cutting Board Tenderloin Filet – Black Angus tenderloin for one or two, finished tableside with steak butter and arugula salad

Dry-Aged Selection

Madame Janette houses Aruba’s only true dry-aged chamber, with Himalayan salt bricks, UV lighting, and charcoal-filtered air. Availability varies, but highlights include:

• Dry-aged Tenderloin – USDA Prime chain-on tenderloin with morel-truffle cream, homemade spätzle, and French Burgundy truffle
• Dry-aged Sirloin, Bone-In Rib-Eye, Boneless Rib-Eye, and Porterhouse – Served with truffle vinaigrette salads, potatoes of choice, and signature sauces

Burgers, Rolls & Dinners for Two

• Giant Lobster Brioche Roll – Rock lobster, herb vinaigrette, fries, Sriracha aioli
• Short Rib Beef Burger – Cheddar, maple bacon, jalapeños, paprika-garlic aioli
• Dry-Aged Truffle Burger – French Burgundy truffle, bourbon bacon, cheddar, portobello, fries
• Tomahawk for Two – Carved tableside with sauces and potato sides
• Niman Ranch Bone-In Rib-Eye – Prime grass-fed, cooked to perfection, served for sharing
• Filet Steak Brochette – Wood board presentation with chorizo, peppers, onions, bacon, and steak sauces
• MJ’s F’ing Big Burger – Massive shared burger with bourbon BBQ sauce and fries

Plan Your Evening

Reservations: call +297 587 0184 or email madamejanettearuba@gmail.com. Online reservations remain active while the website is being restored. Dress smart-casual and arrive ready for live music, an award-winning wine list, and the timeless Madame Janette experience.