Grand Café 'Gouverneur de Rouville'

Historic waterfront mansion serving Caribbean classics and global comfort plates.

Caribbean · International · Dutch$$ – $$$4.6(2,332)Curaçao

The Otrobanda hotspot runs from morning coffee through late-night drinks, with an approachable lunch menu and refined dinner lineup. Expect friendly service, daily chef specials, and a crowd mixing locals with cruise passengers who want that postcard-perfect bridge view.

For more than two decades, Grand Café 'Gouverneur de Rouville' has welcomed guests into the former governor’s residence in Otrobanda. The historic building, with thick walls and breezy verandas, frames the best view of the floating bridge and Handelskade skyline.

The kitchen leans into Curaçao heritage—slow-cooked stews, Keshi Yena, island seafood—while weaving in European classics for well-rounded menus from morning to midnight.

It’s a spot where locals celebrate milestones and visitors linger over cocktails, soaking up the rhythm of Anna Bay below.

About Grand Café 'Gouverneur de Rouville'

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💰Price Range
Upscale
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Flexible
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
🍽️Dining Style
Casual

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Why Travelers Love De Gouverneur

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4.6 / 5.0(2,332 reviews)

Reviewers love De Gouverneur’s terrace views, knowledgeable staff, and balance of local and international dishes. Popular plates include the Keshi Yena, stoofpotje stew, and shareable surf-and-turf platter. Occasional waits happen during sunset, but the atmosphere and scenery make it a top pick.

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Where to Find Them

De Rouvilleweg 9F, 2nd floor, Willemstad, Curaçao

+599 9 462 5999
info@de-gouverneur.com
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Opening Hours

Closed Now
Daily10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Daily5:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Daily10:00 am – 12:00 am

Menu Highlights You Shouldn’t Miss

From smoked meats to island-inspired desserts, here’s what diners rave about at this restaurant in Curaçao.

Starters

  • Sautéed mushrooms with goat cheese and herbs
  • Caribbean-style fish cakes with papaya chutney
  • Refreshing house salad with tropical fruit vinaigrette

Signature Mains

  • Traditional Keshi Yena stuffed with chicken, capers, and raisins
  • Beetroot risotto finished with parmesan and citrus oil
  • Chicken-Tenderloin-Shrimp trio served with shared sides

Local Comforts

  • Caribbean stoofpotje beef stew with funchi
  • Daily chef special inspired by island produce and harbor catch
  • Dessert trio highlighting Dutch-Caribbean sweets

Historic Waterfront Stewardship

Keep the Handelskade dazzling—choose reef-safe sunscreen and low-waste beach kits before strolling the waterfront.

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Helpful Tips Before You Go

Best For

Sunset dinners, celebratory date nights, and business lunches with a view.

Good to Know

Request a terrace table for the best harbor panorama. The restaurant accepts major credit cards including AmEx.

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