Caya house aruba menu overview
At CAYA House Aruba, located on the vibrant J.E. Irausquin Boulevard in Noord, you'll embark on a culinary journey that masterfully blends Latin-Caribbean flavors with contemporary finesse. The menu showcases an innovative selection of dishes crafted from fresh, local ingredients, designed to delight food lovers seeking a unique and flavorful dining experience.
Starters
Begin your meal with a variety of enticing starters that perfectly combine bold spices and fresh textures. The Yucas Bravas feature crisp fried yuccas paired with a spicy Spanish brava sauce, topped with peppery rocca, rich Parmigiano-Reggiano, and chives for a flavorful bite. For a fusion touch, try the Japanese Empanaditas — delicate crispy rice dough filled with tender beef rib, aromatic five spices, and served with a zesty Chinese cinnamon-lemon sauce alongside creamy avocado.
- The Gringa: a crispy tortilla topped with fresh fish, octopus, shrimp, and lobster, enriched with chipotle chili, brown pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, and a lime emulsion sauce.
- Caya’s Mixed Salad: organic island-grown lettuce with cherry tomatoes, baby radishes, sweet lychees, Cantonese pecans, and a Dijon mustard-honey vinaigrette.
- Gyozas Hechas en Casa: home-made pork belly-stuffed gyozas with vibrant coriander-jalapeño foam, chili oil, and crispy thin-fried sweet potato.
- Burrata Infusion: a luxurious blend of burrata, caviar, balsamic vinegar, caramelized seeds, pecans, and pickled tomatoes for a decadent start.
- Caya’s Ceviche: a refreshing medley of octopus and tuna in leche de tigre with Peruvian rocoto peppers, crispy corn, and sweet potato purée.
- Octopus Morado: grilled octopus served with vibrant chicha morada, Peruvian Botija olive mayonnaise, and silky cauliflower purée.
Mains
The main courses at CAYA House Aruba reflect a masterful blend of local and international influences, perfect for those craving hearty, flavor-packed dishes. The Caya House Burger is a standout with its buttery home-made sweet potato bun cradling a juicy blend of meats, mozzarella, fried plantain churros, local lettuces, and house-made sauces.
- Eggplant Japo: baked eggplant glazed with nori seaweed, paired with sourdough pita and tzatziki sauce for a flavorful vegetarian option.
- Balashi Chicken: half-roasted chicken enhanced with ají panca pepper and local Balashi beer, served alongside rustic tortilla-salted potatoes and a fresh mixed salad.
- Cloudy Scallops: succulent scallops served with cauliflower, ají amarillo mayonnaise, layered with red chili and green cilantro oils, complemented by delicate rice clouds.
- Duck al Mole: a rich duck magret breast served with Mexican mole manchamantel, wild seasonal mushrooms, and roasted baby potatoes for an indulgent main.
- Mahi-mahi in Ají Amarillo: Norwegian salmon delicately prepared with ají amarillo, yellow chili butter, clams, green cilantro oil, and a vibrant red beet risotto couscous.
- 10-oz. Tenderloin: cooked to your liking, accompanied by creamy tzatziki sauce and honey-caramelized baby carrots for a perfectly balanced plate.
- Naked Lobster: a luxurious lobster tail served with yellow chili butter, creamy yucca purée, crispy potato, and fresh broccolini for a decadent finish.
Desserts
Conclude your dining experience with the indulgent Salty Caramel Crunch dessert, a masterful creation combining chocolate sponge cake, luscious dulce de leche, hazelnut-cream foam, crunchy chocolate bits, and salted caramel chocolate that perfectly balances sweetness and texture.
