North Holland Province, The Netherlands Food Guide: 10 Dutch food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Zaandijk

August 8, 2020 Agatha Simes

Find out what Dutch restaurants to try in Zaandijk. Coordinates: 52°28′N 4°48′E / 52.467°N 4.800°E / 52.467; 4.800
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10. Chocolaterie De Cacaoboom

Lagedijk 142 B, 1544 BL Zaandijk The Netherlands Dutch, European Breakfast, Lunch, Drinks Street Parking, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +31 6 13104895 http://www.decacaoboom.nl
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4 based on 16 reviews

Chocolaterie De Cacaoboom

Very friendly and special place for the most delicieus chocolates, bonbons, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cakes, apple pie, artisan icecream, gifts, art en more.....!In the beautiful village of Zaandijk, opposite of the Zaanse Schans. Take a break and relax

Reviewed By juejosh

Visited this place before taking the train to Amsterdam from Zaanse Schaans, and it is well worth the slight detour. The owner is very friendly and chatty, showing us maps of the area and telling us its history. The hot chocolates are basically warm milk whipped and with a scoop of high quality chocolate buttons ( dark, milk or white, your choice) added and stirred. Absolutely delicious!There are also lots of different chocolates, artisan individuals to bars, buttons, florentines and everything else in between, all delicious and all too tempting. Something for everyone's budget.Whilst we were there, we were joined by a group of 4 french/german ladies, and we all started chatting, together and with the owner, during which time the merits of various chocolates and regions were discussed - and the owner giving us all samples of several different types of the same depth of chocolate - and for 2 that did not like dark chocolate, she gave a dish of milk chocolate to try too! A delightful afternoon (and unexpectedly, we bumped into the ladies the next day in amsterdam central too! - If you read this ladies, please get in touch).Well worth a visit.

9. 't Groene Pandje

Gedempte Gracht 77, 1506 CC Zaandam The Netherlands Dutch, European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +31 75 631 1616 http://www.groenepandje.nl
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4 based on 304 reviews

't Groene Pandje

Reviewed By Hoderrane

Nice little restaurant wich got our hopes up for good service and food. Ordered pea soup and toast. The peasoup was thick like baby-food and could only eat three spoons before i got nauseous. And toast was boring and soooo dry! My boyfriend ordered the toast with Amsterdam-sausage. Maybe its supposed to be that way but it was raw and he did not dare to eat it. So embarrasing to not beeing able to eat their food, but when we said we did not like it, they just said «thats how they make it». Worst breakfast of my life (so far).

8. Hemels Ijs

Zaanweg 109, 1521 DP Wormerveer The Netherlands Dutch, European Lunch Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible [email protected] +31 75 772 8235 http://www.hemelsijswormerveer.nl
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5 based on 32 reviews

Hemels Ijs

Italiaans Ijs, Meer Als 30 Smaken. Geschikt Voor Vegetariërs, Veganistische Opties, Glutenvrije Opties

Reviewed By André K

We thoroughly enjoyed our ice cream cones here. A single scoop cone was just 1.25! lots of flavors to choose from. There is room to sit inside, or there are picnic tables outside, across the street by the river.

7. Groeneveld eten

Lagedijk 13C, 1544 BA Zaandijk The Netherlands Dutch, Cafe, European Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch Takeout, Seating, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service [email protected] +31 6 41395427 http://www.groeneveldeten.nl
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4 based on 131 reviews

Groeneveld eten

Daily opened lunch restaurant with authentic en homemade food. We serve the best coffee and we serve you with a smile.

Reviewed By LSUGirl

This little eatery is a short walk on the other side of the bridge from Zaanse Schanse windmills. We decided to stop because of the bubble waffles on the menu posted by the doors. Boy, were we disappointed. The bubble waffle was not freshly made. We saw the cook take the pre-made bubble waffle out of the refrigerator and reheat it in the oven. Bubble waffle, two lattes, and still water totaled €22.90. Not a good value for pre-made bubble waffle. Cash only, does not accept American Express. The only positives are clean bathrooms and free wifi.

6. Proeflokaal De Kruis

Lagedijk 13, 1544 BA Zaandijk The Netherlands Dutch, European, Pub Lunch, Dinner Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Deli [email protected] +31 75 621 5367 http://proeflokaal-dekruis.nl/
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4 based on 50 reviews

Proeflokaal De Kruis

We have small bites and typical Dutch food like the bitterbal,meatbal,peasoup,musterdsoep and hutspot. We also have baquettes and warm meals. We have local beers from draft and bottle. We accept Visa and Mastercard.

Reviewed By livetotravel777

After visiting the windmills we have decided to relax and have some beer with snacks. On the way to the railway station we found this nice pub and we really liked it. We took Lentebock beer and some snacks (we liked mostly cheesesoufles and cheesefingers). The stuff is excellent. The Wi-Fi didn't work but the guy in the pub has fixed it for us. It was a pleasant stay there. The place is strongly ecommended for visiting.

5. Castell Bites & Steaks

Zuiddijk 2 1501 CA, 1501 CA Zaandam The Netherlands Dutch, European Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Private Dining, Highchairs Available, Full Bar [email protected] +31 6 32220004 http://www.castellzaandam.nl
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4 based on 154 reviews

Castell Bites & Steaks

Reviewed By nobodee

Castell is hands down the best steak house in Amsterdam. Okay, so you might find a better place, but only if you are willing to pay three times more. I am a bit conflicted to write a review, as I fear that I would have to wait to get a seat in the restaurant. Their tenderloin steak is incredible, and this is ONE place in Amsterdam where they will actually cook how you order. No medium well steak if you order medium rare. You will actually get medium rare.The white asparagus, while in season, is also a must, with the ham and the special sauce that comes with the dish.Normally, the tenderloin or 'Surf & Turf', with fries and the wine that the owner recommends will do wonders to the culinary experience.The steaks are very tender and flavorful - rarity except in the most premium restaurants. The services are also great, and ambiance of the restaurant is also cozy and elegant. Outdoor sitting is available during summer. Parking is a bit of a pain, as the only parking I'd been able to find is the paid lot across the street. But, worth the pain and the drive, as this is one of the best steak you will find in Amsterdam.

4. Eetcafe De Toog

Zuideinde 50, 1541 CE Koog aan de Zaan The Netherlands Dutch, Seafood, European, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Seating +31 75 614 0927 http://eetcafedetoog.nl
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4 based on 140 reviews

Eetcafe De Toog

Reviewed By Jonmun

Every time I visit Zaandam I come here . Nice historic atmosphere. Typically good food.Very limited bar unless you like beer. WaitressSaid “Dutch drink beer”.... you can forget a Manhattan They always had wonderful classic onion soup. Tonight they changed the receipt. Heavy tomato flavoring. Simply horrible. Mentioned it to two servers and manager : they laughed it off. I guessDutch don’t complain about crappy soup.

3. Restaurant De Hoop Op d'Swarte Walvis

Kalverringdijk 15, 1509 BT Zaandam The Netherlands Dutch, Seafood, European, Central European, International Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +31 75 616 5629 http://www.dewalvis.nl
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4 based on 416 reviews

Restaurant De Hoop Op d'Swarte Walvis

Reviewed By Z969SQjohnc

Came here with big group for lunch. Place is big and can house a lot of people. Food was excellent, I loved the cod fish, but service is slow. The restaurant is located in a famous attraction in Zaandam. Although service is slow, but to me, it was worth the wait.

2. Brouwerij Hoop

Lagedijk 69-73, 1544 BC Zaandijk The Netherlands Dutch, Bar, European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +31 75 204 7000 http://www.brouwerijhoop.nl
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4 based on 244 reviews

Brouwerij Hoop

Hoop Brewery is located in historic Zaandijk, near Zaanse Schans. This is one of the most beautiful and historic areas of the Netherlands close to Amsterdam. Zaandijk Zaanse Schans train station is only a 15-minute walk (train connection between Amsterdam

Reviewed By Erin_leigh79

Husband and I stayed 5 nights in Zaandijk Zaanse Schanz just about a 10 minute walk from this place (early December). We ended up having dinner here twice in the 5 nights because we liked it so much. Hubby is a craft beer enthusiast and home-brewer. I love good food. It was a perfect match at Hoop! The service was always VERY good, although the place was never more than 4-5 tables full. Overall a very chill, peaceful vibe. Certainly family friendly and not for a party scene (thank you, Jesus!). We had the salad of the month both times because it was SO delicious. Had the fish and chips, and the cheese burger with fries. Both really outstanding. The best was the mustard soup, which sounds pretty awful since I don't care for mustard (hubby loves it), but I'm glad I tried it because it, too, was outstanding. I even emailed the brewery after returning from to the States to get the recipe and they kindly obliged. Truly wish this place existed here near us because I think we'd be going once a week! Thank you, Brouwerij Hoop, for two excellent visits!

Zaandijk Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Zaandijk

1. Restaurant Het Chateau

Marquettelaan 34, 1968 JT Heemskerk The Netherlands Dutch, European, French, International Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Seating, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +31 251 257 025 http://www.hotel-marquette.com/
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3 based on 15 reviews

Restaurant Het Chateau

A unique restaurant at a unique locaties, Chateau Marquette. A real castel out of 1225. The restaurant and the castle hides many secrets and brings a great atmosphere. Our chef prepares traditional French dishes and our sommeliers serves great wines from

Reviewed By DoritaDoritoExplorer

The ambiance is amazing, you really have the feel of a castle.Before the name was Marquette but the feel is still the same.Very good service and nice food.

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