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23 X The best restaurants in Leiden where you want to eat
Which city do I recommend for a STAYCATION in the Netherlands? Leiden This city is one of my favorite cities in the Netherlands. With its cozy old center, canals you can also sail on, narrow streets around St. Peter's Church, and hotspots that seem to be popping up everywhere. From trendy restaurants to true classics, you'll find it all in Leiden. To help you get started, here is an overview of the best restaurants in Leiden. Enjoy your meal!
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HELLO long weekend!
With Ascension Day turning today into a little Friday kind of day ;-), this is the moment to gather your friends and do something fun.
And trust me: there is a lot happening in Amsterdam!
From Rollende Keukens taking over Westerpark to Aardbewoners Festival at @artis_amsterdam, Proef Pampus on Forteiland Pampus, CABINET Curated Curiosa & Design Market at the Centrale Markthal, Museum Market on Museumplein, Royal Palace audio tours for all ages, and Pure Markt in the Amsterdamse Bos.
Also fun to check out: you can get SALVO Miso Caramel Tiramisu Lattes at a Bike Thru in Amsterdam-Noord!
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What's your vibe this long weekend? You can find me in ARTIS and at Rollende Keukens!
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LOOKING FORWARD TO SUMMER! Are you also longing for warmer weather and secretly itching to book a weekend getaway on the Dutch coast ☀️? I certainly am! That’s why today I have a tip for 24 LOVELY BEACH HOTELS AND HOMES BY THE BETWEEN.
Save this post, or comment STRANDHOTEL and you will receive the complete list of all the gems directly via DM. Enjoy the weekend!
#beachhotels #housebythesea #netherlands #northhollandzeeland
𝟭𝟲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗼𝘀 🌮
Are you going classic with carne asada & salsa verde, or do you prefer something a little different, like birria for dipping or tempura mushroom with salsa negra!?
In this guide, you'll find my favorite taco hotspots in Amsterdam, including a must-try tip for every spot 🍴
📍 @masmais.taqueria (West)
🌮 Favorite: tuna tostada & sea bass ceviche
Perfect if you love Mexican food with a focus on seafood, great cocktails, and a laid-back cantina vibe. It feels like being in Mexico for a moment, right in Amsterdam West.
📍 @tacos.lasinaloense (Ten Katemarkt & Albert Cuypmarkt)
🌮 Favorite: create your own taco & go all in on salsa
Street-style tacos the way they're meant to be: handmade tortillas, slow-cooked steaks, and choosing your own spice level.
📍 @madre.amsterdam (Jordaan)
🌮 Favorite: birria quesatacos & tempura mushroom tacos
A plant-based Mexican restaurant that proves just how flavorful vegetarian food can be. Comfort food with a twist, and perfect for sharing.
📍 @bacalar.amsterdam (North)
🌮 Favorite: octopus taco
Still one of my favorites in Noord, with a great terrace too. Raw setting, huge on flavor. Weekend lunch here is my favorite! Definitely ask for the specials.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲 you'll find the complete guide with the 16 best taco spots in Amsterdam.
Do you have a taco spot I really need to try?
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟴, 𝟵 & 𝟭𝟬
This weekend is packed with markets, food events and lots of good excuses to spend the entire weekend out and about in Amsterdam.
From the free @oatly Matcha Strawberry Signature Drink and limited edition bag charm launch at @binibakery to Het Hapjesfestijn in Noord and the Creative Lab Summer Pop-Up at Klaproos & Café Soleil.
Plus, there are lots of fun Mother's Day ideas in this new guide, from brunches to the @ladress summer sale and 50% discount tickets for a concert at @concertgebouw.
Also very in the mood for the North Seafood BBQ at @nikotin.restobar
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, matcha, a long lunch or trying a new hotspot?
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Come with me to get breakfast in Taipei 🥢
Straight from the airport to this little place to taste soup dumplings and so much more! That's what I call a soft landing 😉 <3
In Taipei, you go to a Soy Milk Shop for breakfast. Warm soy milk to eat in a bowl, and steam baskets with the tastiest dumplings and baozi. You can really wake me up for this kind of breakfast. These local breakfast spots come in all shapes and sizes, from Michelin-recommended spots to hole-in-the-wall stalls.
Most soy milk shops open early (and sometimes even 24 hours a day), and these are the dishes you want to try:
🥄 Warm soy milk
🥢 Soup dumplings (you can often choose between pork and veggies)
🥢 Pork baozi
🥢 Youtiao (油條 - a kind of fried donut stick)
🥢 Youtiao (油條) w/ pork floss & rice
🥢 Turnip cake
🥢 Chives pancake
🥢 Scallion pancake
TIP: Sharing is a good idea to taste as much as possible, because the portions are (often) large.
You'll want to remember these soy milk shops for your future trip to Taipei:
📍Fuhang Soy Milk
📍Soy Milk Shop
📍Yong He Soya Milk King (Da'an)
📍Sihai Soy Milk
I am currently touring Taiwan, and you can also find all the tips in my Stories Highlight.
Have you ever been to Taiwan? I'm curious if you thought it was *that* amazing!
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#taipeifood #taipeitravel #TaiwanWavesOfWonder #ExperienceTaiwan @taiwantoerisme #presstrip
{ In this Taiwan Travel Guide video, I share my favorite breakfast spots in Taipei for an authentic Taiwanese breakfast }
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HELLO first weekend of May!
From a brand-new rooftop beach in Oost to vintage treasure hunting at IJ-Hallen, Italian market mornings, new restaurants and lots of May holiday plans for families.
Also on my radar this weekend:
📍 East Beach
📍 Café Pigalle
📍 Sassy's
📍 HORTA
📍 Bar Copa
📍 Amour Amer
📍 Café Felix
📍 Chez Chloé
And yes, market season is fully back. Sunday Market, IJ-Hallen, NoordOogst and Zi Camì Market… where to start?
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, terraces, new hotspots or something fun with the kids?
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Just back from Catalonia and I thought: I'll share some tips right away.
During our road trip, we stayed two nights in the Ebro Delta. An incredibly fun stop for families and foodies, where there is plenty to do.
• A boat trip to the Musclarium is a must! Here you eat oysters and mussels straight from the farm, in the middle of the sea.
· Admire the flamingos and black ibises that can be found here all year round.
· Rice is grown in the Ebro Delta all year round. For paella, but Kensho also makes sake and miso from it! You can visit them during a tasting.
Cycling along the rice fields, canoeing on the Ebro River, and visiting various beaches. It was still a bit too cold right now, but there is plenty to do.
• The towns are very low-key and not that exciting, but you can find fantastic local food there. From the Michelin-awarded Les Moles* to local eateries like Vermuteria Bonmarisc and Lo Tinglado. We ate a lot of fish, but also anemone fritters (a first!).
Now back to work, and I’m going to create an extensive travel guide of this road trip through Catalonia, but you’ll want to save these tips for a future adventure.
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{ In this post, I share tips for the Ebro Delta in Spain (Delta de l'Ebre). More tips for Catalonia can be found at www.yourlittleblackbook.me }
HELLO WEEKEND!
A short note, but a very packed Amsterdam Weekend Guide online with 76 tips for Kingsday, Kingsnight, new restaurants, kidsproof May holiday activities and everything in between.
Comment WEEKEND and I'll send you the full guide in your DM.
Cheers from Spain, where I will celebrate with orange wine from Priorat ✌🏼🧡.
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The most important things to do are done by the community through this Nederland and in Amsterdam?
The May holidays have begun, and that means: quality time with the kids. From creative workshops and fun playgrounds to new museums, kid-friendly festivals, and adventures in nature.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲, you will find two comprehensive guides with more than 50 tips! Believe me, you won't be bored anymore ;-).
Take all tips via the line in my bio. Have fun!
I'm curious: what do you have planned for this holiday?
PS: We are doing a road trip from Barcelona to Valencia this year and you can travel along via stories.
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟲, 𝟭𝟳, 𝟭𝟴 & 𝟭𝟵
Your Amsterdam weekend, sorted. 🖤
Baby lambs, spring markets, new restaurant openings and more events not to miss, this week's Amsterdam Weekend Guide is packed.
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Have fun making plans!
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PUUR YONNIE, an ode to Jonnie Boer.
Today I had the honor of being at @delibrijezwolle for the book launch of @jonnie_en_therese.
I spent the whole evening reading and flipping through the pages.
WHAT A BOOK.
What stories.
WHAT AN ODE.
Love, Nature, Pioneer, Fatherhood, Music, Jonnie's Foundation, Friendship, Suppliers, Local products, Relaxation, Entrepreneurship, Humor & The pure human being.
Everything passes by, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert.
With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043.
Thanks for the lovely afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚
PURE JONNIE,
From 14 April
at your local bookstore
(and online)
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This is your ticket to Japan without taking a plane 🥢
@tewatashi.ams in De Pijp serves an authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Experience and is super consistent in their quality.
It's the place we keep going back to when we have something to celebrate <3.
In this video I'm sharing the 2 hour experience in 60 seconds.
Still dreaming about the buttery ika nigiri. 🤤
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{ one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }
23 X The best restaurants Leiden
Café Visscher
You can just as easily pop in here for a coffee as for an extensive lunch or dinner, and chances are you’ll end up staying longer than planned. The conservatory or the terrace at Café Visscher are great places to be when the sun comes out, but the interior is also a place where you quickly feel at ease. The menu features everything from oysters to Eggs Benedict, and if you can’t decide, the chef’s menu with paired wines is a lovely option.
Stationsweg 7, Leiden – cafevisscher.nl
DOLLY EATING CAFE
Located by the water, this is the perfect spot for a long day on the terrace that easily turns into an evening lasting just a little longer than planned. During the day, you can pull up a chair at Eetcafé Dolly for coffee or lunch; in the evening, it feels more like your regular pub where you just want to hang out. Nice detail: almost all main courses are under €20, and with the daily special for €17,50, you always have a good excuse to come back. Be sure to order the soft serve for dessert.
Stille Rijn 11, Leiden – eetcafedolly.nl
© Eetcafé Dolly
CITY CAFE VAN DER WERFF
Thanks to its location on the street corner and spacious terrace, you can almost always find a spot in the sun at Stadscafé van der Werff, perfect for starting the day quietly with coffee and moving on to lunch or drinks later. Tip: on Sundays, you can get a cheeseburger with Duvel 666 for €16,66. If you stick around a bit longer, there is a good chance you will catch live music during Werff's Live.
Steenstraat 2, Leiden – stadscafevanderwerff.nl
© Stadscafé avn der Werff
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TABÚ
If you're looking for Latin American vibes, you've come to the right place. The menu features tacos, bocadillas, and other dishes that are perfect for sharing (or just keeping for yourself). Even better: every Tuesday is Taco Tuesday with a great deal including a margarita, and on the first Sunday of the month, you'll want to pull up a chair for the bottomless brunch.
Rembrandtstraat 27, Leiden – tabu.nl
© Tabú
BRASSERIE RUMOUR
Tucked away on a small square near the Castle, you can enjoy a surprisingly quiet atmosphere at Brasserie Rumour, right in the city center. With live jazz on Sundays and a pub quiz on Mondays, there is always something going on here. Also nice: from Sunday to Wednesday, you can enjoy a 2-course dinner for €29,50.
Burgsteeg 13, Leiden – brasserierumour.nl
© Brasserie Rumour
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CITY HALL LEIDEN
For a dose of Italy in Leiden, you've come to the right place. During the day, it's a lovely spot for a long pranzo; in the evening, it's all about pasta, pizza, and good vibes. With regular nights like pasta for €15 and pizza for €10, it's a place you can easily drop in on a weekday. In the mood for something extra? The dinner show takes you on an evening filled with Italian classics, music, and energy.
Town Hall Square 3, Leiden – restaurantcityhall.nl
© City Hall Leiden
BIKINI BIKINI
By the harbor, it quickly feels like you've escaped the city for a moment. Ideal for a coffee in the sun that slowly transitions into a drink. Be sure to check the calendar, as events are regularly organized that make it just that little bit more fun to come back here.
Haven 1, Leiden – bikinibikini.nl
© Bikini Bikini
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In The Doofpot
Have something to celebrate and want to do it in style? At In Den Doofpot, you'll experience a real night out. The chef will personally discuss the menu with you at your table. The dishes are classic, and the kitchen uses a lot of regional ingredients, some of which come from their own greenhouse. The plate you'll be served is definitely Instagram-worthy. For the ultimate indulgence, choose the all-in menu. The table you'll be seated at has drawers, from which you can take your own cutlery for each new course.
Turfmarkt 9, Leiden – indendoofpot.nl
PACO CIAO
Just entering Paco Ciao is an experience in itself, as you step into the restaurant through a cupboard door. Once inside, you immediately notice that they do things just a little differently here. No fixed menu, but dishes that change and make you curious about what will be on the table that day. Ideal if you don't want to hesitate too long and just want to be surprised. My tip: take a seat, order a drink, and just let it all go.
Stationsweg 25, Leiden – pacociao.nl
© Paco Ciao
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BISTRO LA CLOCHE
In this characteristic building on Kloksteeg, it feels as if you are stepping away from the hustle and bustle for a moment and entering a classic bistro where everything is just right. The atmosphere is warm and understated, with attention to detail without feeling stiff. The menu doesn't offer endless choices, but rather a chef's menu that changes with the seasons. Opt for three or four courses (optionally with wine pairing or a designated driver package) and let yourself be surprised by dishes that feel classic but have just the right modern twist.
Kloksteeg 3, Leiden – bistrolacloche.nl
The diva
Frank and Kim have been the proud owners of restaurant La Diva for years. If you enjoy being surprised, this is one of the nice restaurants in Leiden. There is no set menu; you choose the number of courses and leave the rest to the chef, who finds his inspiration in seasonal ingredients. A wine pairing here is also worthwhile, as the wines complement the various dishes well. The madeleines served with the concluding cup of coffee are certainly worth mentioning as well.
Noordeinde 23, Leiden – restaurantladiva.nl
GOESWIJN
Goeswijn is a lovely place to go when you're in the mood for an evening of dining without rushing. The menu revolves around shared dining, so ordering, tasting, and adding something extra is simply part of the experience. What makes it even more fun: the focus on natural wines, meaning you'll soon find yourself drinking something you haven't tried before.
Chloorammersteeg 10, Leiden – goeswijn.nl
© Goeswijn
The Print Room
Het Prentenkabinet is located in the historic Pieterswijk. The building is centuries old and has been renovated with care, giving it a beautiful appearance. On a fine day, let yourself be surprised and have lunch in the hidden garden overlooking a small park. The cuisine is French-oriented. You can dine à la carte here, and various packages are available. Take a boat trip on the canals including a Leiden canal dinner from Het Prentenkabinet. Would you like to dine privately for a special occasion? This is possible in Het Kabinetje.
Kloksteeg 25, Leiden – prentenkabinet.nl
Restaurant Wielinga
One of Leiden's lovely restaurants is located on the Nieuwe Rijn. Have a drink in the wine bar, enjoy a delicious lunch, or have an extensive dinner with a view of the water. Chef Henk Schreuder prepares the most delicious dishes from French cuisine. For lunch, we recommend the homemade shrimp croquettes.
New Rhine 28, Leiden – restaurant-wielinga.nl
TheBishop
The Bishop is situated in a beautiful old building in the historic city center of Leiden. Enjoy à la carte dishes or let the chef surprise you. With a mention in the Michelin Guide, this is one of the best restaurants in Leiden. Try the pork belly as a starter; this dish has been hugely popular in various versions for years. Would you like to see how the kitchen brigade prepares the most delicious dishes? Reserve a table on the first floor so you have a view of the kitchen. On a warm day, you can also enjoy sitting outside here.
Middleweg 7, Leiden – thebishop.nl
© The Bishop
The best restaurants in Leiden
Woods Restaurant
Are you a culinary connoisseur? You’ve come to the right place at Woods. This is one of the fine restaurants in Leiden, situated in a fantastic location in an old drying shed on the Oude Rijn. Let yourself be surprised by the culinary delights by the water. The chef opts for original combinations, such as cod with beef sausage and piccalilly, or veal cheek with a pointed cabbage rendang. Do you enjoy surprises? Go for a 4-, 5-, 6-, or 7-course menu created by the chef. It is also a great place for lunch.
Haagweg 81, Leiden – restaurantwoods.nl
The Angel Box
Combine a performance at the Leidse Schouwburg with lunch, dinner, or drinks at De Engelenbak. This restaurant is just around the corner from the theater, which is where the inspiration for its name comes from. The atmosphere is simple, but don't be fooled: they cook top-notch food here every day. Expect fine bistro dishes like steak tartare or oven-baked halibut. Vegetarians should definitely try the Dutch Weed Burger with a seaweed and soy base. Finish with the homemade chocolate cake with salted caramel topping.
Lange Mare 38, Leiden – deengelenbak.nl
Rose
One of the nicest coffee, cake, breakfast, and lunch spots in Leiden is undoubtedly Roos. After a visit to the market, which you can find on Saturdays along the Nieuwe Rijn and the Botermarkt, I went here for a delicious slice of carrot cake and an iced latte. A small and cozy place located right next to the VNTG shop, which is definitely worth popping into as well!
Botermarkt 12, Leiden – Roosleiden.nl
Bistro Bord'o
If you are in the mood for an elaborate dinner, Bistro Bord'o is highly recommended. They serve various à la carte dishes, but if you enjoy surprises, opt for the Bord'o menu. The evening starts with various amuse-bouches and finishes with a selection of cheeses that you choose yourself from the cheese trolley!
Apothekersdijk 2, Leiden – Bistrobordo.nl
© Waag
The best restaurants in Leiden
Gallery Café Leidse Lente
Just outside the city center with its old canals sits the hotspot De Leidse Lente. Here, you have a wonderful inner courtyard where you can grab a drink when the weather is nice, but inside the vintage-furnished café-restaurant, you can also comfortably lounge in a grandmother's armchair. It's a cool spot for drinks (they have a huge selection of craft beers) or to attend one of the cultural evenings with a changing program.
Haagweg 4, Leiden – Galeriecafeleidselente.nl
Bar Local
Hotspot Bar Lokaal is a cozy café with vintage furniture, open from breakfast until late in the evening. For lunch, they serve a variety of delicious dishes, available as sandwiches or salads. They also have a lovely terrace perfect for drinks!
Hartensteeg 14, Leiden – Barlokaal.nl
The Blacksmith's Garden
As soon as you arrive here, it feels like you've completely escaped the city for a moment. Surrounded by greenery, with chickens, sheep, and even donkeys roaming around, De Tuin van de Smid is a place where you automatically slow down. You sit down for coffee and cake or an organic lunch with plenty of seasonal vegetables, and before you know it, a few hours have passed. Also nice: grab an ice cream to go and then take a walk through the surroundings.
Polderpad 8, Leiden – Detuinvandesmid.nl
The Crazy Jan
This classic French bistro in the beautiful Pieterskwartier is the place for the true gourmands among us. The menu changes regularly, but it is always delicious. A wide selection of wine, seasonal products, and live jazz music. We say: Bonjour!
Nieuwsteeg 9, Leiden – Bistromallejan.nl
© Le Malle Jan
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