JoAnn Snack, Aruba, video

JoAnn Snack is a favorite stop on my lunch tour. I’ve been popping in here for snacks for more than 10 years. It’s only a few minutes drive from Aruba’s airport and full of friendly faces. Let’s head over there in this video:

The pork chop with salsa criollo is great. There are other things on the menu, all at reasonable prices. Given the easy location, you can find this place on your way roaming about the island or going back and forth to Baby Beach or just because you want to give it a try. Spanish skills are helpful, but the menu is in English, too, so don’t worry about it. They’re also happy to serve take out meals as well, in case you just want to tote the food back to your place. Bon dia.

Published in: on February 10, 2012 at 10:37 am  Leave a Comment  
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DAYSTAR Cafe, Aruba

The Daystar Cafe opened about 4 months ago. It’s located in Savaneta, Aruba, just behind the General Store that you see on the east side of the main highway leading to San Nicolaas. You’ll recognize the sign.

Just drive in along the short, dirt road behind the big General Store building and you’ll find plenty of parking at the Daystar.

Inside you’ll find friendly faces, fresh food, and free WIFI. Take a look.

And here’s another view of the comfortable seating where you can kick back and put you’re feet up after a day of cruising the countryside.

So how about the food. Well, below you’ll see an image of some breakfast plates that just came from the kitchen.

Hungry yet? I am. There are salads and sandwiches, fresh fruit and juices, everything you need to refresh and recharge. Maybe you’re on your way to Baby Beach or on the way back from a snorkle trek. Either way, this place has sit down and take out food and drinks. Give it a try.

Bon dia.

Published in: on March 4, 2011 at 3:02 pm  Leave a Comment  
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JoAnn Bar/Rest, update

JoAnn Bar and Restuarant, as it is now known, is located in Mahuma, Aruba. I’ve been enjoying meals here for years. Here’s the sign out front so you won’t miss the place.

It used to be called “JoAnn Snack” but has recently been upgraded with that new sign, fresh paint, and an outdoor patio. Here’s the way in.

My favorite thing to order is the pork chop with salsa criollo. The platter came and I promptly launched into it then remembered to take a photo for this blog.

There had been a small salad on the plate. I mowed it down prior to snapping the photo. Sorry about that. Anyway, the criollo is tangy sweet and great with the chop. The chicken is also very good and served with the sauce on the side as you can see in the next image.

Service is good, but a little slow. However, if you’re in Aruba, chances are you’re relaxing and not in any big hurry. Prices are very reasonable, especially compared to places near the hotels.  Plus there are plenty of friendly faces here, people to chat with and swap stories.

Bon dia.

Published in: on December 10, 2010 at 9:47 am  Leave a Comment  
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Canton Overseas, Aruba

Canton Overseas is a little bar/restaurant I stumbled into last week while running errands on the east side of Oranjestaad. I like small, local joints for snacks or an ice-cold Coca-Cola. Passing by this place, I saw a pleasant looking Chinese woman working an outdoor grill with real charcoal under the metal. I thought to myself, hey, this is worth a try. In I go to find a buffet line with roast chicken, ribs, fried rice, and a bunch of other items. Naturally, I ordered up a couple of plates. Check it out.

Simple fare to be sure. That’s roast chicken and a some pieces of spicy chicken, too. The nice thing was, you could buy each piece and mix and match. Can’t beat that for variety and value. Two platters as shown, with tap water followed by a Coca-Cola cost all of 21 florins, about 12-13 US dollars. Great price. I’ve been back a few times with good results. The young man working behind the bar has also taught me some Chinese words which will come in handy sooner or later.

Bon dia.

Published in: on November 26, 2010 at 3:18 pm  Leave a Comment  
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