Restaurants and cafés in Groningen

The Haren Hortus Botanicus (botanical gardens) is located a few kilometres south of the city of Groningen, and provides a varied selection of themed gardens on a terrain of no less than 20 hectares. Be surprised by the magnificent Chinese Garden, enjoy the fabulous view from the rock garden, explore the secrets of the Celtic garden, wander the heath and admire the giant sequoia in the Laarmantuin. Children can participate in treasure hunts, and the gardens include various catering facilities for a drink and snack.  

Winebar of the Year 2018: Barrel Wijnlokaal lies hidden in the Haddingestraat near the Vismarkt. Barrel has a selection of over 500 wines  by the bottle, including some very exclusive bottlings. In addition, every week we open at least 60 wines that can be ordered by the glass and are served with delicious cheeses and sliced cold meats if desired. If you would like to taste our selection of the week, be sure to order a ‘small tasting’ of 4, 6 or 8 half glasses, of course provided with a short explanation. You can also book a private wine tasting at the Barrel Wine Bar. Recently, we opened our Wijnwinkel (wine shop) at Nieuwe Ebbingestraat 23.

The historic city hotel Corps de Garde is located in the very heart of the bustling and charming city of Groningen. The historic elements are still visible in our recently renovated rooms and the combination of designer furniture and Auping beds results in a unique ambiance. Book a deluxe room styled by Bart Vos (Maupertuus) or spend the night in a standard deluxe room with authentic joist ceiling. Each of our 19 rooms is distinctive, so that you can enjoy plenty of variety during your stay here! An unparalleled hotel at a singular location. Corps de Garde; feels like home.

Breweryhotel Parkzicht has 47 modern hotel rooms and a total of 110 beds. Rooms are equipped with bath/shower, toilet, telephone, Wi-Fi, and cable colour television. 21 rooms have a minibar and air conditioning. Breweryhotel Parkzicht in Veendam is a comfortable family hotel with a long tourist tradition. After a hearty welcome, savour the hospitable atmosphere and comfortably equipped modern rooms. The hotel’s grand-café and Brewery was fully renovated in 2018. Breweryhotel Parkzicht is located in the centre of “park” city Veendam, a city with a rich peat district history and unprecedented opportunities.

Travelling by car will take you to the very best places in the province of Groningen. Be sure to stop at the Aduard Hotel-Restaurant five kilometres from the city of Groningen for overnight accommodation. The motto of this hotel is ‘informal, hospitable and friendly’. All 51 rooms have a view of the characteristic Groningen countryside. In summer, enjoy your meal at the sunny outdoor café and in winter by the crackling fire in the large and round fireplace. The hotel is suitable for all kinds of parties and meetings. Catering is among the options and the hotel has a charging station for electric cars.

At Kopje Genieten you can come in for coffee, tea, softdrinks and a piece of homemade cake. There is also a small lunch menu. We work with biological and constant products. Also the crops, come from our own garden.

Bistro t Gerecht Paris in Groningen Bistro ’t Gerecht is an attractive Parisian-style restaurant with couches and tables against the walls. In summer, meals are served in the wonderful courtyard garden. The French kitchen serves classic bistro dishes and its specialty is a four-course menu that changes daily and is clarified at the table. This restaurant is located in one of the many historical buildings at the Oude Boteringestraat; the adjacent NH Hotel De Ville provides overnight accommodation. Our menu now costs € 36.50  

Every day, more than 11 million guests visit BURGER KING ® restaurants around the world. And they do so because our restaurants are known for serving high-quality, great-tasting, and affordable food. Founded in 1954, BURGER KING ® is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER ® , our commitment to premium ingredients, signature recipes, and family-friendly dining experiences is what has defined our brand for more than 60 successful years.

Located on the border of the provinces of Drenthe and Groningen, our hospitable hotel is without any doubt the best choice for a relaxed or active sojourn. Stadskanaal provides wonderful opportunities for walking, Nordic walking or cycling to the fortified town of Bourtange, the Hunebeddencentrum (megalithic centre) in Borger, AA & Hunze scenic area or the megalithic/peat colony route through Drenthe and Groningen. You are more than welcome! Drenthe-Groningen Package (3 days): • 2 overnight stays including an extensive breakfast buffet and a 3-course dinner • Free bicycle and walking routes, bicycle hire • Information package • Free parking • Discount vouchers at € 25. From € 154.50 for € 99.00 per person (single surcharge of € 25.00 p.n.)  

Eeterie de Globe has a singular location in Groningen behind the Der Aa-Kerk at the Akerkhof ZZ 22 – famous from the Dutch version of Monopoly! De Globe is located in the building of the Humanitas association. Three different and fresh meals are served daily, among which one vegetarian meal. A main meal is €6.75 or €7.75. De Globe also provides affordable options for parties and celebrations, both in the evening or afternoon.

For years, ‘t Feithhuis city café and restaurant has been the meeting-place for inhabitants and visitors to the city of Groningen. Located in the very heart of the city centre and near the Martini tower and Grote Markt square, ’t Feithhuis provides every option for a delicious breakfast, lunch, gathering or dinner. With the versatile offer of packages, ’t Feithhuis is the perfect location for weddings, celebrating a conferring or holding a company event. Historic and futuristic, classic and modern, regional and mondaine; these apparent contrasts come together in ’t Feithhuis. The old building with its modern design is just one example of this, as is the menu, which also includes ‘forgotten’ Dutch vegetables and preparations with a contemporary interpretation. Responsibly caught fish from remote compass points can be combined perfectly with regional products. Opening hours Monday through Sunday from 10.30 am until 10.30 pm  

Termunterzijl is located by the Eemsmonding estuary, surrounded by breath-taking scenic areas, polder landscapes and the sea. And it is close to the Eemshaven harbour, Delfzijl and 30 minutes by car from the city of Groningen. In this village with 250 residents and near the historic ‘Boog van Ziel’ sluice is Hotel Termunterzijl. This magnificent and new hotel with 26 rooms is a perfect location for business or private overnight accommodation, a delicious lunch, extensive meal or cup of coffee. Explore the province of Groningen from Termunterzijl, which seems to be the very end of the world, of which we are very proud. Experience the peace and tranquillity and enjoy it with us…

NOW ALSO: ELMER'S CAKES AND MORE........ Elmer’s serves delicious lunches, various high teas and homemade cakes, all prepared freshly and with great care. The cakes proved to be popular enough for a neighbouring premises to be put in use in 2014 to expand the selection with gluten-free and sugar-free cakes, bonbons and ice cream. Lunches are served in a magnificent and completely renovated building from 1630. When the sun is shining, the multicoloured stained glasses ensure a cheerfully coloured rim on the floor and tables. Elmer’s design is somewhat rural with natural materials and the many guests experience a homey atmosphere. In addition to the homey feel, Elmer’s is strongly supportive of sustainability, integration and sociability. OPENING HOURS: Tuesday through Friday from 10 am until 5.30 pm, Saturday from 10 and until 5 pm and Sunday from noon until 5 pm (closed on Mondays).

In the lee of the center you will find our atmospheric, carefully decorated restaurant. Eating out at Pim and Marieke is enjoying the 5 of Pim. Five favorite dishes of this moment prepared with the finest products of the season. Marieke likes to spoil you with personal attention and a good glass of wine. In the summer between the flowers on our terrace, you imagine yourself in France.  We would like to surprise you and look forward to your arrival! Pim & Marieke

Brussels Lof is a unique restaurant in the city center of Groningen.  We serve cheese fondue and fresh fish and vegetarian dishes, together with seasonal vegetables. Our goal is to offer our guests a low-key stay in Brussels Lof with of course tasty food and matching wines. 

Hunninga Heem is an Oldambt farm located at the Oldambtmeer Lake which includes a pitch&putt course (minigolf course). The game is designed for everyone and lunches, dinners and refreshments are served in the vestibule of this historic farm. Pitch&putt is a wonderful party game and magnificent type of sport that is played worldwide. For more information, go to www.pitch-putt.nl. We also provide packages which include bicycle rides and rides with horse and carriage, sailing trips with a sloop or sailing boat, beach volleyball, archery, jeu de boule or a cooking workshop or picnic.

Tranquillity, water, countryside, sea, footpaths, bicycle tracks and camping, in short: this is the perfect place for a holiday with the entire family, solo or just the two of you. The Lauwersoog campsite is located by the Lauwersmeer lake in the Lauwersmeer National Park and has every feature required for a lovely holiday. The campsite is open throughout the year and has a recreation team and extensive facilities, such as the magnificent ‘Het Booze wijf’ restaurant with a view of the Lauwersmeer and the museum harbour, free hot water/shower, solar energy-heated sanitary facilities, caravan hire, hiker’s cabins and Swiss cottages, a bus stop by the entrance, a camp shop and a launderette. Camper vans and dogs are welcome. The park also has an indoor and outdoor playground.