Palm Beach●●●○#125 of 316 Places to Eat in Oranjestad

Club Margot

Name: Club Margot
Address: J.E. Irausquin Blvd 41 Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive Resort, Oranjestad Aruba, AW
Price range: $$ - $$$
Rating: 4.7

★★★★½4.7 out of 5 · 11 reviews

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Club Margot is a $$$ international upscale restaurant in Palm Beach rated 4.7/5 by 11 TripAdvisor reviewers; walk-ins welcome.

About

Club Margot operates inside the Tamarijn resort on the Palm Beach strip, but it's not your typical all-inclusive buffet. The space pitches itself as upscale international, and the perfect subratings — atmosphere, service, and value all at 5.0 — back that up. Food sits at 4.7, which is still well ahead of most hotel dining rooms on the island. At #125 out of 316 in Oranjestad, it's mid-pack citywide but punches up within its category. The $$ - $$$ range suggests you're paying slightly more than casual, though given the resort setting, that's expected. Eleven reviews is a thin sample, but when every rating lands that high, the kitchen and front-of-house are clearly doing something consistent. If you're staying at Tamarijn or just want a quieter dinner away from the high-traffic strips, it's worth checking. Families are welcome, and no reservation is required, though calling ahead during high season never hurts.

At a glance

Area: Palm Beach
Vibe: upscale
Price: ●●●○
Reservation required: –
Kid friendly: ✓
Cuisine: international
Dietary options: —

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RockaBeach Tours

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