At Kandela, a large spreading tree sets the scene for dinner. Settle in beneath its branches, choose something from the grill and give the evening time to unfold over a meal and a cocktail.

About this restaurant

Kandela Bar & Grill brings Latin and Caribbean influences together with European touches. It is a restaurant for a sit-down evening, with the grill playing a central role in the kitchen and the tree giving the dining area its distinctive setting.

Picanha and tenderloin are among the beef dishes highlighted by the restaurant. If you are choosing steak, ask about the cut and accompaniments rather than ordering on the name alone. Seafood is also part of the approach, so a group need not all choose meat.

The cocktail selection gives you a reason to linger before or after dinner. Tell the team whether you prefer something fresh, bitter or sweeter, instead of choosing only by a drink’s name. That makes the bar a useful part of the meal rather than an afterthought.

For a fuller evening out, you could combine dinner with a Curaçao sunset cruise. Check the sailing’s return location and time, then allow for the journey to Kandela. Reservations and current dining information are available through the official restaurant website.

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What we think

We would shortlist Kandela for an evening when the setting matters as much as the choice of food. The tree gives it a memorable identity, while the grill and cocktails make it easy to plan a complete dinner here.