Where to Eat in Leeuwarden: The Best Restaurants and Bars

August 27, 2017 Merry Kessler

Leeuwarden (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈleːʋɑrdə(n)] ( listen), West Frisian: Ljouwert [ˈʎɔːw(ə)t] ( listen)), Stadsfries: Liwwadden) is a city and municipality in Friesland in the Netherlands. It is the provincial capital of the States of Friesland. The municipality has a population of 122,293.
Things to do in Leeuwarden

1. 't Pannekoekenschip

Willemskade 69, 8911 AZ Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff Dutch, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +31 58 212 0903
Excellent
25%
Good
57%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 79 reviews

't Pannekoekenschip

Reviewed By KLsWanderlust - Houston, Texas

A Dutch pancake is a treat ... and ours were HUGE - larger than the plate they were served on. I had the ginger and he had the apple, we could hardly finish them - good value for the food and a novelty to be aboard a real ship and looking out the portholes at the various boats passing on the canal. Service was prompt and friendly and the atmosphere laid back and unfussy - we were not disappointed with our meal or our service.

2. Eindeloos

Korfmakersstraat 17, 8911 LA Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible European, Dutch, Seafood, International, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Late Night +31 58 213 0835
Excellent
65%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 100 reviews

Eindeloos

Reviewed By Jeroen W

We were in Leeuwarden for business and we like to combine these trips with culinary adventures. Leeuwarden is an historical Frisian city and is a great destination in it's own right.
Well Eindeloos (which translates to "Endless") was a very pleasant experience indeed.
The cook uses mostly ingedrients from European and local sources and composes dishes that often hint to older Frisian and Dutch recipes with subtle use of historical spices and spice combinations.
The dishes are surprising, unique, interesting and well composed. I was impressed.
The service is very friendly and elegant. The waiter / sommelier made an excellent wine selection that put the finishing touch on the experience. We ordered the surprise menu. When the waiter took the order he specificly enquired what ingredients were not desirable and took the time to make sure this point was covered well. I like that kind of attention to detail.
All in all this restaurant is very attractive for the exploratory gourmet and a thrill for the not-so-adventurous, I would have no problem bringing (well behaved) children to this restaurant.
Any human will like what the cook serves.
The restaurant is located in an historical building, close to several hotels and smack dead in the center of Leeuwarden. I consider this a perfect spot to celeberate the end of a beautiful day in Leeuwarden.

3. Humphrey's

Nieuwestad 91, 8911 CL Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol Dutch, Seafood, European, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner +31 58 216 4936
Excellent
26%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 175 reviews

Humphrey's

Reviewed By Niklas K - Helsingborg, Sweden

We came here by chance, and were not at all disappointed. The food was creative and well prepared, and the 3 course menu was a good value. In addition, the staff was very accommodating for some special requests. I could have lived without the Savory Crème Brûlée, but it was fun to try it. All in all, I would be happy to return here.

4. Jamuna

Weerd 26-28, 8911 HM Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible Indian, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner, Late Night +31 58 213 1435
Excellent
55%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 149 reviews

Jamuna

Reviewed By addlethorpe - Skegness, United Kingdom

We visited this restaurant on a Monday night and were almost put off by a party of 24 who were already seated. However, on the assurance of our waitress that no great delays etc., would occur we sat down. We had the usual popadoms and some lovely unusual tamarind dip. After which we had three curries between us. My wife likes prawns, and that curry was good. The fish curry was even better, but the lamb madras was really excellent. Big pieces of tender lamb that had been marinated so long that the taste was right in the meat. Hot and spicy and the best curry I have had for years.

5. Lachende Koe

Grote Hoogstraat 16-20, 8911 HB Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff Dutch, Seafood, European, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner +31 58 215 8245
Excellent
34%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 140 reviews

Lachende Koe

Reviewed By gvodbos - Mechelen, Belgium

We were there on a warm summer evening, the Terrace was loaded, which made the service a bit slow. But food was good, price/quality great. Very nice waiters.

6. Sems

Gouverneursplein 36, 8911 HH Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff Dutch, Seafood, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +31 58 216 2214
Excellent
45%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
11%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 129 reviews

Sems

Reviewed By uncleglyn - UK

Visited during a trip to Netherlands, lovely, friendly staff but, above all, the food was absolutely superb. Serving small dishes, order three or four between two of you and you will not be disappointed with the delicious cooking and ingredients. The whole evening was topped with the attention to detail such as the petit fours served with coffee. All in all a lovely experience and one that I can highly recommend.

7. Restaurant By Us

24 Over de Kelders, 8911 JG Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa French, Dutch, Seafood, Fusion, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner HK$361 - HK$620 +31 58 215 8663
Excellent
83%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 164 reviews

Restaurant By Us

Reviewed By MichaelofMelbourne - Melbourne

With a small but versatile offering in three,four or five course cards, this Restaurant is special. The red perch first dish needed the herbs and textures around it as the fish is not really of memorable flavour. The Angus beef dish was very tasty and the beef very tender, again well presented with fabulous Frysh potatoes.
The wine list was adequate and reasonably prices we thought.
We recommend ' By Us' for a beautifully presented dining evening

8. De Walrus

Gouverneursplein 37 | 8911 Hh, Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Dutch, Bar, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks +31 58 213 7740
Excellent
35%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 462 reviews

De Walrus

Reviewed By Wim31 - Leeuwarden, The Netherlands

We visited this place on Hemelvaartsdag for dinner and it was very busy. We ordered drinks and they came swiftly. Also the food was quick to arrive. The staff is wonderful and very helpful. We had a Walrus burger (medium rare), pork fillet sate and 2 salmon steaks. The burger was not medium rare as promised on the menu and the salmon steaks were full of little bones. Ok, it is a steak and not a fillet, but still. The sate consisted of large chunks of meat, heavily marinated, but not dry. The sate sauce and atjar were very good. Fries were great, salad and fruit compote nice. Overall a nice place to have an uncomplicated dinner, but the food can be improved.

9. Rhodos Palace

Ruiterskwartier 47, 8911 BP Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Wheelchair Accessible Greek Dinner +31 58 213 2001
Excellent
57%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 51 reviews

Rhodos Palace

Reviewed By Denise B - Leeuwarden, The Netherlands

Whenever you're in Leeuwarden, you'll have to eat at this restaurant. The price/quality is very good and the restaurant has an informal, beautiful setting where you get the feeling you're on vacation in Greece. The people at Rhodos Palace are very nice and spontaneous. Awesome restaurant!!!

10. Eetcafe Het Leven Leeuwarden

Druifstreek 57-59, 8911 LH Leeuwarden, The Netherlands Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Dutch, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +31 58 212 2670
Excellent
38%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 86 reviews

Eetcafe Het Leven Leeuwarden

Reviewed By monte54 - DFW, Texas

The decor is farmhouse chic, very casual and cozy. We had the soup of the day, a chicken cream soup served with big chunks of homemade breads. I had cheese fondue, served with more wonderful bread and a variety of fresh veggies and fruits. My husband had what we would call a pot roast. With all entrees, they serve a salad, chunky French fries, and a veggie mix of peas, beans and asparagus in a mint sauce. Everything was top notch. I would go back here again!

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