Other restaurants in The Netherlands
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Pata Negra
Tapas and only tapas. The alluringly tiled exterior is matched by a vibrant crowd inside, especially on weekends, downing sangria by the jug and all those small plates (the garlic-fried shrimps and grilled sardines are standouts). Margaritas are made with freshly squeezed lime juice, as they should be. Arrive before 6.30pm or reserve.
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Cloos
One of a gaggle of swank cafes on the vast Plein. Rest your gentrified butt on the comfy wicker chairs and watch the pigeons bedevil the solemn statue of Willem Den Eerste, hero of the Spanish war. No telling what the famous nationalist would have thought about Cloos’ Italian menu.
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Freya
This petite restaurant serves outstanding French and Dutch cuisine, so it’s no surprise that reservations are a must. The hosts are warm and welcoming, and you’re never sure what treats await on the blackboard.
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Annie’s
At the confluence of canals and pedestrian zones, Annie’s has a prime water-level location with dozens of tables on a floating pontoon. This classy cafe is good for a drink or a casual meal.
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De Ballentent
De Ballentent Rotterdam’s best waterfront pub-cafe is also a great spot for a meal. Dine on one of two terraces or inside. Mussels, schnitzels and more line the menu but the real speciality here are bals, huge homemade meatloafy meatballs. The plain ones are tremendous, but go for the house style with a piquant sauce of fresh peppers, mushrooms and more.
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Bisschopsmolen
How cool is this? A working water wheel powers a vintage flour mill that supplies an adjoining bakery. The loaves come in many forms and are joined by other tasty treats (direct from the ovens that are on view out the back). The cafe has sandwiches and other house-made creations. Finally, you can self-tour the mill and see how flour’s been made for eons.
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FEBO
Insert a few coins in the machine and live the legend at this fast-food icon. The bami (Indonesian noodle) rolls are scorching hot, the frikadel (fried meat dumplings) frightening and the kaassoufflé (fried cheese puffs) utterly unsoufflélike. But plucking a treat from the automat windows is a drunken Dutch tradition.
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Van Der Star
Van Der Star The island’s best fish is served at this seafood counter. The seafood soup is a garlicky delight while the many choices of smoked fish are simply sublime. An array of items fresh off the boats in the nearby harbour are available prepared in many ways. Seating is basic – go for a plastic chair on the terrace.
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’t Walletje
’t Walletje Tables front this small bistro on a pedestrian street near the town centre. Lunch has good smoothies, sandwiches and salads. At night three-course specials (€20) are artfully prepared and feature nice accents such as pesto side dishes with seafood and steaks.
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Les Ombrellas
Les Ombrellas Is situated at a confluence of canals in one of the city’s most charming districts, this long-running favourite sets up tables across the shady plaza. The tank with live crabs tells you that this is seafood country and the very long menu abounds with choice.
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Taveerne De Twaalf Balcken
The ‘Tavern of the 12 Beams’ is a locals’ haunt that specialises in lamb dishes and cosy ambience. The front section is dark and subdued – perfect for sipping away on one of the many Trappist beers on offer, while the rear conservatory is light and airy.
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Lambermon’s Grand Café
The ‘grand’ in the name is almost an understatement at this oh-so-chic corner hot-spot in a beautiful former fashion store. Bottles of champagne are on ice for purchase by the glass; the all-male waiting staff even manages a bit of attitude coupled with élan.
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De Brasserie de Engelenbak
Right in the shadow of the 17th-century octagonal Marekerk, this elegant bistro serves a seasonally changing menu of fresh fare that takes its cues from across the continent. Local organic produce features in many of the dishes. Tables outside enjoy views of the hoi polloi.
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Sjieke
This cosy corner spot turns out traditional Dutch fare, including hearty stews, roasts, fresh fish and more, with colour and flair. In summer there’s a mess of tables in the park across the street. Have a red beer and pick out the stars through the trees. Glorious.
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Mangerie De Jonge Koekop
Mangerie De Jonge Koekop - always popular, this bistro has fresh and inventive fare. Dine under the stars at outside tables in summer. Look for the sculpted cow’s head on the front, which is as narrow as the first stalk of spring asparagus.
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Muller
You can enjoy the show here for free by watching the artistry in the kitchen from the windows on the street. But really why settle for half? Menus change regularly and include delights such as lobster, scallops, lamb and much more. One of the region’s best.
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Rôtisserie Kerckeplein
This cosy restaurant has got cooking local lamb down to a fine art, with seven choices in this category alone. You can sit in the loft and wash it all down with a dark Texels Speciaalbier. In high season it serves lunch – enjoy on the small front terrace.
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Garoeda
Since 1949, this elegant restaurant has been serving spicy and fresh Indonesian fare from its airy corner location. Most people opt for one of seven variations of rijsttafel, the panoply of dishes that let you savour foods from across the archipelago.
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Deeg
A charming corner location in the museum quarter is but the first draw at this casual bistro, which has nightly set menus that change regularly. Fresh local produce gets a Mediterranean accent and many items – such as the cheeses – are organic.
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La Cloche
A stalwart of the Pieterskerk district, the years have not dimmed the passion for fine dining at this very inviting Frenchified restaurant. In fact the flowers just seem to get fresher and more numerous. The inside is all elegance: brass and chandeliers.
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La Forca
On a narrow quiet street, this trattoria (run by a charmer named Guiseppe) has tiled tables in a space as compact as the inside of a cannelloni. Perfect Tuscan and other Italian fare (the parmesan-crusted steak is amazing) draws gaggles of locals.
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Stadsbrouwerij De Pelgrim
It’s named for the religious folk who passed through on their way to America, and you can take your own voyage through the various beers brewed in the vintage surrounds. Meals range from casual lunches to more ambitious multicourse dinners.
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Brasserie Het Koetshuis
You can sit on the large terrace and ponder the ramparts or huddle inside at a long table in what was once stables. Cafe classics dominate the long and varied menu. It’s a good place just for a drink through the day and evening.
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Zinc
A cosy, chic French/Mediterranean bistro revered for using only organic produce from small farms, a rarity in the factory-farm-laden Netherlands. The busy little kitchen overlooks the street and outside tables. Famous mashed potatoes.
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La Vieux Jean
Brilliant displays of flowers grace the front window of the fine French bistro, which serves a delicious steak frites (French fries) and other classic fare. It’s as thin as a shaving of truffle and seating is limited.
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