Food & Drinks Sooooo delicious!

Just woke up? Time for coffee. Finished your museum visit? Bring on the apple pie! Got two drops of rain on your head? The perfect reason to go all out for dinner. As you can see, you don’t really need an excuse to embark on a culinary quest in Leeuwarden.

Breakfast

A good start is half the battle! After a restful night, step into one of Leeuwarden’s lovely bakeries, coffee spots, or restaurants, and plan your day in the city while enjoying a delicious oat milk cappuccino and a pistachio croissant.
Breakfast starts here!
Lunch

After trying on all those clothes and lugging around all those shopping bags, it’s time to catch your breath. A poke bowl? A tasty yogurt? Or just two croquettes on delicious homemade bread? In Leeuwarden, you’ll always find a lunch that suits your taste.
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Drinks

It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere! And although it may sometimes feel like time stands still in Leeuwarden, nothing could be further from the truth. Modern bistros and cozy wine bars with delicious bites and drinks will make you forget all about time.
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Dinner

The last oyster has barely been swallowed, and it’s already time for dinner! Do we stay put, or head to another hotspot? Will it be pizza, or maybe caviar after all? Shall we go to a beautiful garden terrace, or opt for dinner on a boat with a pleasant atmosphere? Spoilt for choice!
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Did someone say ice cream?

It’s summer in Leeuwarden, and as the temperatures rise, it’s officially ice cream time! And while we Frisians love ice cream all year round (or at least hope it’s available), even we agree: there’s nothing quite like strolling through our beautiful city with this tasty treat in hand. To spare you the agony of choice, we’ve already listed the best ice cream spots for you.

Ice, ice, baby!

Enjoying the tastiest dishes at the most beautiful historic locations? Then Leeuwarden is the place to be! Have lunch or dinner in the former prison Blokhuispoort, the old post office Post-Plaza, or De Koperen Tuin, located in the former pleasure garden of the royal Orange-Nassau family. Or take a seat in one of the many other monumental buildings around the city. Discover the most beautiful restaurants in Leeuwarden below.

Stadswaag

Stick around to eat at De Stadswaag — traditionally the beating heart of trade in Friesland and a local landmark since 1590.

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Post Plaza

Enjoy the old and stunning post office at the Tweebaksmarkt. And don’t forget to look up!

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Proefverlof

Locking yourself up at Proefverlof is anything but a punishment. Located by the water, with great food and a beautiful setting.

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De Koperen Tuin

Royal relaxation in the former garden pavilion of the Nassaus. Close to the city centre, yet wonderfully peaceful.

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De Hofdame

Enjoy delicious dishes in the former residence of the lady-in-waiting to Maria Louise of Hesse-Kassel.

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Haste makes waste — but let’s be honest, the Leeuwarden to-do list can feel a bit overwhelming. So we totally get that sometimes there’s just no time for a long, sit-down meal. Luckily, Leeuwarden has plenty of spots where you can grab a quick (local!) bite and be right back on your feet to catch the next highlight. And don’t worry — speed doesn’t mean sacrificing quality (obviously).

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If you're in Leeuwarden on a Friday or Saturday, don’t miss the market! You’ll find delicious snacks, fresh produce, fish, sandwiches, and other mouthwatering Frisian treats. What more could you want? Click here for more info about the market!

But there’s more!

Leeuwarden is beautiful, and you can wander its streets endlessly. But there’s more beyond the city! Just a stone’s throw away, more culinary adventures await. Enjoy a lovely dinner by the water in Grou, or indulge in a long, relaxed meal in Warga. There’s so much deliciousness to discover outside the city — we highly recommend these restaurants (chef’s kiss). Go explore them for yourself!

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Het Theehuis Grou
Het Theehuis Grou

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Eetcafé De 2 Gemeenten
Eetcafé De 2 Gemeenten
De 2 Gemeenten (The 2 Municipalities), "Where Frisian common sense speaks". The place for a nice cup of coffee, delicious lunch, cold beer, quick b...

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Jonker Sikke
Jonker Sikke
Eetcafé Jonker Sikke in Jellum is the culinary centre of Friesland and nice and close to Leeuwarden.

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Hotel Café Restaurant Oostergoo
Hotel Café Restaurant Oostergoo
Beauty, history and a warm welcome. You will find that in our lovely village Grou. Are you coming to sleep, eat or drink something at our terrace?...

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Bistro Pinot Grou
Bistro Pinot Grou
The perfect place for Burgundians Welcome to Bistro Pinot. Visit us in picturesque Grou and immerse yourself in a French atmosphere. The Bistro is...

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Grand Cafe Jan!
Grand Cafe Jan!
JAN! creates surprising, home-made dishes by experimenting with local and exotic influences, inspired by distant travels and the local food culture.

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Oan Tafel | Proeflokaal
Oan Tafel | Proeflokaal
At Oan Tafel, you can enjoy a culinary journey in a green and homely atmosphere, where the interaction with the chef and the use of local products...

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Restaurant WeidumerHout
Restaurant WeidumerHout
At the Restaurant WiedumerHout, you'll dine in a characterful ambiance, where you can choose from a twenty-strong menu of fine dishes. Traditional...

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Duhoux
Duhoux
Cosy eatery near Leeuwarden to enjoy a nice cup of coffee or lunch after your walking/bicycling trip.

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Pizzeria La Copita
Pizzeria La Copita
We want everyone who is a guest at La Copita to feel comfortable. This is also part of the atmosphere of a pizzeria. Wide choice of authentic Itali...

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