Thirsty & Hungry

Bonaire


This quaint little restaurant opened in 2018 along the road to Washington-Slagbaai National Park, and is a fabulously homey spot for local specialties such as fresh lemon juice, salt fish and iguana soup. For less adventurous patrons, there are also hot dogs and hamburgers. The owners are kind and hospitable, and live on the restaurant property.


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1. Washington-Slagbaai National Park

0.32 MILES

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3. Mangazina di Rei

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4. Echo Parrot Sanctuary

2.21 MILES

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5. Gotomeer

2.81 MILES

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6. Bonaire National Marine Park

5.05 MILES

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7. Bonaire Botanical Garden

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8. Aletta's Goat Farm

5.56 MILES

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