Palm Beach●●○○#115 of 160 Places to Eat in Noord

North End Pub And Grill

Name: North End Pub And Grill
Address: J.e. Blvd. Palm Beach 384-a, Noord Aruba, AW
Rating: 4.5

★★★★½4.5 out of 5 · 2 reviews

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North End Pub And Grill is a $$ pizza casual restaurant in Palm Beach rated 4.5/5 by 2 TripAdvisor reviewers; walk-ins welcome.

About

North End Pub And Grill sits on Palm Beach Boulevard, a couple blocks inland from the high-rise strip. It's a casual spot that does pizza and pub food, with a price point that won't wreck a family dinner budget. The food, atmosphere, service, and value all landed perfect subratings from the handful of reviewers who've found it, which suggests they're doing something right even if the sample size is small. The kid-friendly setup means you're not dealing with dress codes or hushed corners — just straightforward eating in a neighborhood setting. No reservations required, which fits the casual vibe. It ranks mid-pack among Noord's 160 restaurants, so it's not breaking through as a destination, but those 5.0 marks across the board hint at consistency when you do show up. Worth keeping in mind if you're staying nearby and want pizza without the tourist premiums closer to the beach.

At a glance

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

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North End Pub And Grill