Must-see restaurants in South Holland

  • De Resident

    Den Haag

    This local institution – here since 1977 – looks like something you might stumble upon in a Parisian back street. The elongated interior's red-leather…

  • Koeien en Kaas

    South Holland

    The clue is in the name: the twin specialities at Koeien en Kaas (Cows and Cheese) are steak (multiple cuts and sauces) and fondue (two kinds) made from…

  • Lilith

    Rotterdam

    The front terrace at this neighbourhood favourite is inevitably crowded in sunny weather, and queuing for tables is not unknown. Breakfast is the busiest…

  • Brasserie ’t Ogenblik

    Den Haag

    Staff zip about this hopping cafe at the nexus of several pedestrianised shopping streets; it also has some streetside tables along close-by Hoogstraat in…

  • Le Nord

    Rotterdam

    In the Provenierswijk neighbourhood behind Centraal Station, this cafe/wine bar/restaurant hybrid offers a menu of French brasserie fare and a tempting…

  • Ter Marsch & Co

    Rotterdam

    In a former butcher shop, Ter Marsch & Co sizzles up a variety of burgers, including a rendang version with sesame, mayo, citrus dressing and coleslaw; a…

  • La Fontanella

    Delft

    The ultimate Italian neighbourhood restaurant, La Fontanella has been at this location since 1974. It imports its ingredients from Italy and offers a well…

  • Sammy & Pebbles Frietboutique

    Rotterdam

    The Rotterdam branch of an Amsterdam-based operation, this place sells crispy fries and croquettes. It's a perfect pitstop after spending a few hours in…

  • Pim's Poffertjes en Pannekoekenhuis

    South Holland

    Kids will love this old-style pancake house close to the Statenplein. Thin, cartwheel-size pancakes are filled with dozens of choices of ingredients both…

  • Urban Bakery

    Rotterdam

    If you like brownies, fudge and cupcakes – and really, who doesn't? – this cafe is for you. Its bakery supplies many of Rotterdam's cafes with sweet…

  • De Visbanken

    Delft

    Fish has been sold on this spot since 1342. Display cases in the old open-air pavilion entice with fresh, marinated, smoked and fried fishy treats.

  • Allard

    Den Haag

    Tucked down a charming alleyway with outdoor tables, Allard may on first entry remind you of a favourite Parisian neighbourhood bistro. Service is…

  • Stads Koffy Huis

    Delft

    The most coveted seats at this cafe are on the terrace, aboard a barge moored on the canal. But even this lovely setting doesn't compensate for the poor…

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