Drive to the wild west of Curaçao past hidden bays and legendary fish restaurants. From Willemstad harbour via local snack bars in Juan Domingo, through the kunuku villages of Daniel and Barber, all the way to the cliffs of Playa Forti — this is the real local route. Plan a full day for this one.
When do you want to start?
Waaigat Bar & Restaurant
"Start your day at the Waaigat waterfront. Have a strong coffee or fresh batido and look out over the historic harbour of Willemstad before setting off."
Que Tapa
"Piscadera Bay — 4 Piscaderaweg, Willemstad."
The Niffo Huts
"The Niffo Huts in Sint Michiel — beach grill with burgers and grilled meats. Note: Sint Michiel is south of Willemstad, a short detour off the main Westpunt route heading west."
Toko Cindy
"Weg Naar Westpunt — fresh coconut water."
El Ventaron Snak
"In the Tera Kora shopping centre you'll find El Ventaron Snak — ideal for a quick pastechi or a plate of Creole food before the last stretch to the west coast."
Bistro e lanternu
"In the middle of the green Fontein area sits this characterful bistro. Take a breather in the cool shade and enjoy fresh bites in a rustic Kunuku setting."
Landhuis Dokterstuin "Restaurant Komedor Krioyo"
"Landhuis Dokterstuin in Barber serves authentic Komedor Krioyo. Stew, fish soup and iguana stew — this is the soul of Curaçaoan cuisine, straight from the source."
4th of july Snack
"Weg Naar Westpunt, Barber — 7WRG+59R."
Jaanchie's Restaurant
"Jaanchie's Restaurant is a legend. For decades the end point of every road trip to Westpunt. Order the fresh fish, the iguana, or simply whatever Jaanchie recommends himself."
Restaurant Playa Forti
"End the day high above the sea at Restaurant Playa Forti. The view over the cliffs at sunset is unforgettable — the perfect close to a long day on the road."
Tropical Fluffy Delights
"Willemstad — 9R2X+JGR."
Bahia Restaurant
"Lagun 208, Lagun."
Shelterrock Paradise
"Flip 17, Jan Donker."
Landhuis Klein Santa Martha hotel
"Soto — 7VJM+7QW."
Marfa's good-hangout @ Williwood
"3 Weg naar St Willibrordus, Sint Willibrordus."
Vipgrillcuracao Food Truck
"Weg Naar Westpunt, Daniel."
Mia Nonna Curacao
"10 NST De Savaan, Willemstad."
"143 Breedestraat, Willemstad."
Costs
Free — you pay per stop