Restaurants and cafés in Groningen

Welcome to Azzurro eten & drinken, the beating heart of the 'Havenkwartier' in Blauwestad . In this unique location next to the newborn lake called Oldambtmeer, food becomes an experience. In winter we serve dinner in a cozy atmosphere and in the summer you can relax on the waterfront terrace . " Italian style with a New York vibe" , that is how we describe our menu that summer look different than in winter. We serve lunch or diner for everyone from young to old, a delicious menu with fresh products and a nice glass of wine. Children are also welcome . For them , our daughter Julia arranged a cozy children's corner with toys for young and old. Our chef likes to bake a pancake or just fries for them. Together with our crew we welcome you in Azzurro eten & drinken. David, Annuska en Julia Stolk

Buckshot Café opened its doors on 15 October 1999. Owners Maarten Burger and Marc Groenewoud run two floors with two bars and two different ambiances. The ground floor has a relaxed atmosphere, where guests see what they are doing and hear what they are saying, while on the first floor you can easily imagine yourself in the 1970s or 1980s. Music is important to us, so we play the latest jazz, soul, funk, jazz dance, nu jazz, lounge, funk, fusion and jazz rock, and every Sunday there is live music on the ground floor stage. We hold Buckshot Specials on a regular basis: special evenings featuring special music. Refer to the concert calender  for dates of live music and specials.

Come to Groningen and discover the Hooghoudt recipe. Groningen Hooghoudt is a particular company with many contrasts. For more than 125 years, Hooghoudt has provided its customers and consumers with surprising, authentic and an increasing variety of innovative high-quality products. If you are curious about the Hooghoudt recipe, You are more than welcome to come and discover our distillery and enjoy the fascinating world of spirits and conclude your exploration with some sampling in the public house. Original, surprising and exclusive: these are only some of the words that describe the exploratory expedition through Hooghoudt distillery. Come and take your friends, relatives or colleagues to discover the Hooghoudt secret for a modest compensation. For business get-togethers also. Make a reservation via  hooghoudt.nl/bezoek-ons  or contact us via 050 542 00 00.

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.

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.

Hotel Spoorzicht & SPA combines hospitality, comfort, and tranquillity with culinary delights and a wonderful atmosphere. An oasis in the countryside where friendliness, comfort and excellent cuisine are the inspiration, this is the address for those who love beautiful things in a special setting. The homely atmosphere provides a special tone to your meeting and ensures a delightful experience in a stylish environment with attention to detail.

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.

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.)  

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.

Time Out is a company with history. Since 1976, the Jager family has been welcoming their guests in the Poelestraat in Groningen city centre, which makes Time Out a well known address where people love to return. After the last expansion in March 2007, Eetcafé Time Out is now Grand Café Time Out. This is the place to enjoy your lunch, drink or dinner in an informal atmosphere, sometimes even with some dancing. Because of its various attractive rooms (some of which are non-smoking), Time Out is very suitable for larger groups. In summer, enjoy the outdoor café at one of the most charming squares.

You can find our welcoming bistro at the Gedempte Zuiderdiep in the city centre of Groningen. We are open every day until late and you can come to us for a nice cup of coffee, a good lunch, a tasteful dinner or simply for a good cold beer at our big terrace. We love chicken and beer. That's why we have a big chicken grill in our open kitchen. Our kitchen staff knows how to make the best dishes with chicken. And unique for Groningen: you can actually tap your own beers at our beer pump tables!

chef@yourtable: a luxurious and small-scale catering company, core concepts being personal attention, passion, taste and creativity! Private Cooking: the chef cooks meals that are out of this world for guests in their own home or company. From doing the shopping to the dishes, all of your worries are taken care of! KookKunstworkshops (cooking art workshops): get started with paint and brushes, followed by a delicious lunch or dinner! A creative and tasty idea for a company outing or family day or party! Spanish buffets: buffets with passionate ingredients, inspired by the world-famous Barcelona ‘La Boqueria’ fresh market. Each informal celebration is a guaranteed success!

The very best burgers; pure and environmentally-responsible The Wereldburgers hamburger restaurant opened its doors in October 2013. Wereldburgers serves high-quality, responsible and affordable food in a relaxed environment. Enjoy delicious hamburgers, homemade chips and special salads, all made from pure and local ingredients. Wereldburgers is a sturdy restaurant with a nod to the industrial character of an old warehouse. Robust materials such as wood and steel combined with warm, Mediterranean elements result in the Wereldburgers ambiance. This is also a wonderful venue for a cup of coffee. The restaurant and outdoor café have a wonderful view of the Aa-kerk church entrance.