Carte Blanche Restaurant

The wife and I ate there on 10/20. We got reservations due to cancellations. My wife is a finicky eater and I encouraged her to be open minded. well we both had the five courses with wine pairing(a must). What a great dinner and experience for both of us. great apps,salad and main course . We will be returning,highly recommend. Thank you Glen and Dennis, you guys are a blast

My friend and I had the great pleasure of dining at this restaurant for the 1st time on September 22, 2011. I had read the reviews and couldn't wait to try this unigue dining experience.I made reservations online probably three months in advance of our visit. Although, we opted out of the wine pairing, on return I will definitely go with it as Glen was so articulate and passionate in his presentations. All the diners that had opted into this seemed totally pleased with his choices. Dennis' preparation of the meal and presentation were deserving of the highest marks. WOW is all I can say. It's a great concept and these two very congenial young gentlemen have gotten it right.

We were fortunate enough to share this dining 'experience' with close friends on our recent trip to Aruba. They celebrated their one year anniversary in September, 2011 and I had read the reviews and couldn't wait to see what all the hype was about. I am pleased to report that it's totally worth all the hype and then some! It was our most memorable meal during our stay and we hope to make this a regular stop on all future visits to the island. Glen and Dennis go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable, satisfied and that all your questions are answered. They have a unique chemistry that radiates to their guests and in no time, everyone is at ease and enjoying the evening and all that these two gentlemen have to offer. The food was wonderful, the wine selected for each course was magnificent and the evening was enchanting. If you wish to experience something unique on your next visit, don't hesitate to visit them. But, don't forget to book ahead as space is limited and they are booked solid months ahead.

Carte Blanche was the BEST dining experience I have ever had. Since I was not aware of the format of the restaurant, it was a complete surprise to be seated with only 12 other patrons. This normally would have made me apprehensive, but I soon began to enjoy myself as Chef Dennis and his partner Glen quickly made my wife and I feel at home. The overall experience is like dining with friends in their open concept kitchen. The food was delicious and the presentation of each dish was of a quality only seen in magazines. The wine pairing (which I highly recommend) made the meal that much more enjoyable and Glen’s knowledge of wine heightened each course served. The atmosphere is relaxed and both Dennis and Glen not only cook and serve but also entertain as they work. All food and drink is explained in detail during service and the entire experience lasted nearly 4 hours. There were no children at my seating and although I’m sure the staff can cater to children, I recommend that you leave them home if possible to enjoy the full dining experience. The only drawback is the restroom is located outside the dining area so you must leave the building to walk around the side. I highly recommend you try Carte Blanche when visiting Aruba.

Let's say that you invited 10 - 12 of your most intimate friends to a private dinner party hosted by a gourmet chef and a sommelier with a great sense of humor. Would you expect an amazing evening? You would, and you will get that at Carte Blanche. The appetizers are superb and the entree amazing. All of the wines and the aperitifs are well matched to the food and desserts. Not cheap, but an experience worth paying for! oh, and the friends part... by the end of the evening, you will have made some new friends.

Have been to Aruba 12 times, and always look to find something new. Saw all the previous comments and felt we had to try it. Did not know what to expect without knowing menu, price, etc. Well, it was beyond our expectations. Dennis and Glen greeted and welcomed us as if we were family. What a terrific night with food to match. There is only room for 14, so you get to meet and talk with everyone! Fun! A great way to spend an entire evening. Truly a night of PERFECTION! Thank you so much for opening in Aruba. We will be back next year.

THIS...is a dining experience!!

We ate here in January 2011 and just dined here again May 2011. I didn't think it could get any better but it did!

We opted for the 5 courses and the wine pairings and everything was beyond fantastic! Love watching Dennis prepare the food and love Glen's wine pairings.

Go with an open palate (there is no menu - it's the chef's creations of the night), relax, and enjoy the entire evening of wonderful tasting dishes.

Make reservations well in advance - they only seat 14 people per night.

A little background on us: My wife and I have been to Aruba 8 times over the past 10 years. We have tried all of the top 10 restaurants each year and we always find 1 or 2 that we would repeat. Out of all the restaurants in Aruba this is know our #1 by far and away. My wife and I felt this may be #1 out of all restaurants we have ever eaten at in our life. The food is unbelievable!! Watching Dennis prepare and serve 5 star dining was something which you don't see everyday. Glen was a blast and added a nice personable touch to the evening. His wine pairings were on point!! It was a treat getting to meet people from all over. Yes, dinner was over 4 hours long, and we loved every moment of it. Dennis made my wife tear up with his presentation and attention to detail...food is A+++. This was truly a treat and will be on our our list every year going forward.

Such a lovely experience dining at Carte Blanche. Splendid service and top notch food. An evening with friends is how it is best described. Every course was a new taste sensation. Definitely recommend this restaurant as a not to miss spot.

A dining experience not to be missed! Carte blanch offers the rare opportunity to witness food preparation and discuss methods an choices with The chef Denis. His partner glen as the sommelier the pairs the appropriate wine with each course. It like dining in their own home sitting at the island while they cook in their kitchen. I highly recommend this restaurant for some who appreciates quality and gourmet food, great preparation and outstanding preparation!