Aruflamingo Art Cafe
Aruflamingo Art Café turns a lunch stop in San Nicolas into a small-scale cultural experience. The café combines Surinamese- and Indonesian-influenced food, coffee, and a gallery-style setting filled with work by local artists. Its website describes the space as cozy and community-minded, with art displayed throughout the café and pieces available to buy. The food […]
About this place
Aruflamingo Art Café turns a lunch stop in San Nicolas into a small-scale cultural experience. The café combines Surinamese- and Indonesian-influenced food, coffee, and a gallery-style setting filled with work by local artists. Its website describes the space as cozy and community-minded, with art displayed throughout the café and pieces available to buy.
The food menu leans toward satisfying, home-style dishes rather than resort dining. Current offerings include roti curry chicken, roti veggie, chicken saté, chicken in curry or black soy sauce, saoto soup, nasi and bami, plus Sunday-only BBQ combinations. Coffee, frappes, ginger juice, dawet, and quesillo round out the menu, giving visitors options for a full lunch or a lighter café break.
A TASTE OF SURINAME IN THE HEART OF SAN NICOLAS
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BAMI • SATÉ • SAOTO SOUP • WAFFLES
Coffee, comfort food and creativity under one roof.
Nearby
- Aruba Mural Tours
- ArtisA
- Sun Kulture Boutique
- The Hub San Nicolas
- San Nicolas Community Museum
Facilities & Amenities
- Indoor Seating
- Limited Outdoor Seating
- Coffee Service
- Food Service
- Takeaway Service
- Local Art Gallery
- Art Shop
- Art Sessions and Workshops
Local Tips
- Come hungry enough to explore the Surinamese-influenced main dishes rather than stopping only for coffee.
- Sunday is the day to target for the BBQ Mix specials.
- Vegetarians can look for the Roti Veggie on the current menu.
- Leave time to browse the art before or after eating.
- Use Weg Rooi Hundo 10 when navigating to the café.
- Ask about art sessions in advance if creating something is part of your plan.
- Combine the stop with San Nicolas art sightseeing.
- Baby Beach and Rodgers Beach can be paired with the café on the same side of the island.
Good to Know
- Confirm opening hours before making a dedicated drive.
- Keep valuables out of sight when leaving a rental car.
- Follow posted parking and traffic signs.
- Ask staff about ingredients if you have food allergies.
- Supervise children around displayed artwork and sculptures.
- Avoid touching artwork unless invited.
- Carry water and sun protection when combining the café with outdoor San Nicolas sightseeing.
- Watch for traffic when stopping to photograph nearby street art.
Map & Directions
Aruflamingo Art Café, Weg Rooi Hundo, San Nicolas, Aruba
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of food can I expect at Aruflamingo Art Café?
The menu has a strong Surinamese and Indonesian influence, with dishes such as roti curry chicken, chicken saté, saoto soup, nasi, bami, curry dishes, BBQ selections, snacks, desserts, coffee, and specialty frappes.
Is there something suitable for vegetarian visitors?
Yes. Roti Veggie is specifically listed on the current menu, providing a clearly identified meat-free main-dish option.
What makes Sunday different from other days?
The BBQ Mix dishes featuring chicken and pork are marked as Sunday-only menu items. The latest published schedule also gives Sunday longer opening hours than Tuesday through Saturday.
Can I actually purchase the artwork displayed at the café?
Yes. Aruflamingo functions as both a café and an art shop, with work by multiple artists available for purchase. Its shop includes sculptures, paintings, ceramics, souvenirs, jewelry, and other art categories.
Does Aruflamingo offer activities for visitors who want to make art themselves?
Yes. The café promotes art sessions and workshops where visitors can create their own work, and its tourism listing also describes workshops held in collaboration with artists. Contacting the café beforehand is sensible when a workshop is an important part of your plans.
Can I combine Aruflamingo Art Café with a trip to Baby Beach?
Yes. The café describes its San Nicolas location as being only minutes from Baby Beach, Rodgers Beach, the Red Anchor, and the area's art streets, making it practical to combine several stops in one outing.
What should coffee lovers look for on the menu?
The drink selection includes espresso, Americano, café latte, macchiato, cappuccino, hot chocolate, tea, and several frappe flavors including coffee, mocha, caramel, vanilla, red velvet, strawberry, and cookies & cream.
How can I arrange a workshop or ask about a group visit?
The café provides direct contact through phone, WhatsApp, email, and its website contact form. Reaching out ahead of your visit is the practical way to discuss workshop timing or a larger group.