Just woke up? Time for coffee. Museum visit finished? Bring on the apple pie! Had a few drops of rain on your head? A good reason to go out for a lavish dinner. You read that right; you don't need a *real* excuse to embark on a culinary quest in Leeuwarden.
Special dining
Want to enjoy the most delicious dishes in the most beautiful, historic locations? Then Leeuwarden is the place for you! Lunch or dine in the old prison De Blokhuispoort, the old post office Post-Plaza, De Koperen Tuin in the former pleasure garden of the Orange-Nassau family, or settle down in one of the other monumental buildings in Leeuwarden. Discover the finest restaurants in Leeuwarden below.
Stay for dinner at De Stadswaag. Traditionally the beating heart of trading Friesland and a household name since 1590…
Enjoy your time in the old and magnificent Post Office on the Tweebaksmarkt. And be sure not to forget to look up!
Imprisoning yourself here in Proefverlof is anything but a punishment. By the water, with good food, on…
Luxurious enjoyment in the old Nassaus' garden house. Close to the center, yet in complete tranquility.
Street food in Leeuwarden
Hasty speed is rarely good, but the to-do list in Leeuwarden can be overwhelming. That is why we understand that sometimes it isn't practical to go out for a full meal. Fortunately, Leeuwarden has plenty of places where you can grab a quick (local) treat and be back on your feet to catch the next highlight. And all without compromising on quality (duh…). Below you will find the tastiest hotspots!
GREAT TIP: If you happen to be in Leeuwarden on Friday and/or Saturday, check out the market! Here you will find delicious treats, vegetables, fruit, fish, a sandwich, or other tasty Frisian delicacies. Great! Click here for more info about the market!
Bowl's n rolls is Leeuwarden's first poké bowl restaurant and stands for convenience and quality! A…
We are Burrito Brothers! We deliver the tastiest burritos to your home! You can also pick them up at our…
Greek Restaurant Dionysos
Taste & Experience is the motto of House of Taste, and that is exactly what we love to do. With our…
Eating high-quality, affordable, and sustainable fish. Where is that still possible? We would like to briefly introduce ourselves:
Skrokia is more than pizza – it is a Roman tradition, brought to Leeuwarden by Giorgia & Luca.
Come and visit us and enjoy the delicious Dutch cheese, fresh farmhouse cheese, our own Fryske Tsiis,…

But there's more!
Leeuwarden is beautiful, and you can wander around almost endlessly. Yet there is more than that! Just a stone's throw from the city, more culinary adventures await you! Enjoy a delicious dinner by the water in Grou, or indulge in a lavish meal in Warga. There is so much tasty food to discover outside the city, and we highly recommend these restaurants * chef's kiss*. Discover them for yourself!
The ultimate place for gourmets. Welcome to Bistro Pinot. Visit us in picturesque Grou and immerse yourself…
A household name in Friesland and beyond for years! With a renovated and open kitchen, but the coziness of…
Cozy eatery in the Leeuwarden area for a nice cup of coffee or lunch after…
De 2 Gemeenten, "Where Frisian down-to-earthness speaks". The place for a nice cup of coffee, a delicious lunch, a cold beer…
JAN! creates surprising, homemade dishes by experimenting with local and exotic influences, inspired by faraway travels and…
Eetcafé Jonker Sikke in Jellum is the culinary heart of Friesland, nice and close to Leeuwarden.
At Oan Tafel, you enjoy a culinary journey in a green and homey atmosphere, where the interaction…
We want everyone who is a guest at La Copita to feel at ease. This is part of…