NORTHWEST COAST. A resort restaurant specializing in the cuisines of Japan and China, Blossoms has truly made its mark on the Aruba dining scene. If you're craving sushi, this is the freshest and most attractive selection. In the teppan yaki room you can watch your food prepared at a grill in the center of your table ­ great fun, especially for kids. The Chinese part of the restaurant is a relaxing spot to enjoy traditional dishes such as spring rolls, barbecued spare ribs, crispy orange beef and Peking roast duck.

NORTHWEST COAST. Named for Marco Polo's moniker for the Orient, Café Japengo is sleek and stylish, and a favorite for sushi and innovative pan-Asian cuisine. Fresh seafood is the focus, spotlighted in dishes such as seared ahi on soba noodles and shiitake mushrooms, shrimp tempura, or an unusual catch-of-the-day preparation. Sushi is among the best on the island, earning raves and repeat visits.

GREATER ORANJESTAD. This spot serves elegant Chinese cuisine at affordable prices. The two red and black decorated dining rooms feature lacquered woods and lamps with paper shades. The chef is skilled at most Chinese cooking styles including Hunan, Szechwan, and Shanghai. The house specialty is a seafood combination of fish, scallops, lobster and shrimp served in a Szechwan black bean sauce.