King Fred & Princess Diana

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   Vanessa

   Cleveland

   12 reviews

   3.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   The restaurant is very reasonably priced and service is excellent. Mustard soup which everyone raves about was mild and creamy but I felt the flavor was nondescript and definitely didn’t taste any pungent taste of mustard. French onion special soup was very good. We ordered chicken cordon blue and chick parm. Chicken was tender in both and Gouda cheese mouse inside cordon was tasty but not enough of it. We felt both dishes were bland and lacked flavor but some people do not want garlic and spices in their food . Pasta under parm and mashed potatoes with cordon were tasteless.maybe I expected more or this is the menu geared for basic tastes.my mistake was not listening to server and getting mushroom sauce instead of truffle for cordon blue possibly . When I make at home I make a tarragon mushroom sauce , but again this menu I feel is geared to mild taste buds.
   

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   Katherine

   Fargo

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Every time we visit Aruba, a stop at King Fred’s is a tradition we wouldn't dream of skipping. Nestled inside the iconic red windmill. Our absolute favorite dish is the Beef Wellington, a masterpiece that requires ordering at least a day in advance and serves a minimum of 4 people. When it's just the two of us, we happily take leftovers to-go. Pairing the Beef Wellington with their famous Mustard Soup is a culinary experience that is simply unparalleled, this combo is hands-down my favorite meal on the island! The drinks are great too, mojitos rank as my personal favorite. Chef Fred is a true artist in the kitchen, crafting dishes with evident care and the freshest ingredients. The service team is equally exceptional, we have had Lucia many times—her warm and cheerful presence always adds to the dining experience. We also love heading upstairs to Drinks with Frans for a post-dinner drink, soaking in the unique experience at the top of the windmill and visiting with Frans. We even tried a special liquor from Holland. This is a must-visit spot for anyone coming to Aruba. We always leave with full hearts and even fuller stomachs!
   

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   judith

   New York City

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 13, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Our first time here. Small venue; personnel warm & friendly. Each enjoyed their dinner selection.
   

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   Mary Ann

   New York City

   31 reviews

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   5.0

   31 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Staff is very friendly and attentive. Food is excellent. We had the herb crusted grouper. Absolutely delicious. We always start with their brioche bread and special butter. Also amazing. Would definitely recommend.
   

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   Mindy

   Kansas City

   12 reviews

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   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had dinner with Fred twice during our stay. His mustard soup is hearty and delicious. Tuna Tataki and Stuffed Ravioli appetizers were excellent. Best entree is the Drunk Chicken. One also had the Chicken Parmesan and loved it. Dessert is always the chocolate martini. Best one in Aruba and we have tried lots. Prices are extremely reasonable. Enjoy.
   

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   George

   Greater Boston

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on November 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   All chicken All $22.00 Mustard soup a must as well as the apple .pie desert. An old windmill building
   

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   Victor

   Atlantic City

   17 reviews

   3.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on November 8, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Trying this for the first time. Food was ok, mine was very salty for me but my husband didn’t think it was. We were extremely confused and bewildered as to why this restaurant charges 15 cents for water to each customer! Tap water not bottled. We been coming to Aruba for 36 years and always eat out. We have never come across this.
   

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   Kerim

   San Francisco

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on October 27, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   The mustard soup that my wife ordered was delicious. I had the chicken Parmesan, which was excellent, very juicy and without the usual breading ended up quite tasty.  Prices were all very reasonable. My only zonk for a particular visits was the one of the dishes our party ordered was delayed and came out about 15 minutes after all of the other food were delivered, leaving one of our dinner party hanging. Desired that one snafu, our overall experience was positive and we will definitely add this restaurant to the repertoire for next visit. 
   

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   Karen

   New York City

   17 reviews

   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on October 23, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything we hoped it would be. Mustard Soup and Drunk Chicken was worth the hype. Chicken Cordon Blu was also a winner!
   

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    Colleen

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

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    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This was our second visit to king Fred’s this vacation. So delicious, great for families or couples!
    

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