Pure Lime
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Pure Lime is the Mexican option inside the Tamarijn All Inclusive Resort on Eagle Beach, so you're mostly looking at resort guests in flip-flops who've already paid for the meal. The 3.7 rating lands it at #169 in Oranjestad, which is mid-pack, but the subratings tell a clearer story: the atmosphere scores a 4.7, which tracks for a beachfront setting, and service comes in at 4.5. Food and value both sit at 4.1, which is respectable for an all-inclusive dining room where portion control isn't the concern. The vibe is casual—think tacos and margaritas without the fuss. It's kid-friendly, so families cycle through at dinner. If you're staying at the Tamarijn, it's a solid rotation night. If you're coming from off-property, you'll need to clear it with the resort first, and you're paying out of pocket at the mid-range price tier. Eighteen reviews isn't a huge sample, but the atmosphere rating suggests they've got the space dialed in.
At a glance
- Area
- Eagle Beach
- Vibe
- casual
- Price
- ●●●○
- Reservation required
- –
- Kid friendly
- ✓
- Cuisine
- mexican
- Dietary options
- —
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