Top 14 restaurants in Volendam town

What is a day in Volendam without a bite to eat? In the beautiful fishing village, the choice of restaurants is huge. To make the choice a bit easier, I will reveal the top 14 restaurants in Volendam below, with a few nice menu tips!

Paviljoen Smit Bokkum

When you think of Volendam, you immediately think of fish. One of the best restaurants to eat fish is Paviljoen Smit Bokkum. During the summer months, you can enjoy Volendam's regional dishes on the terrace with a view of the Ijsselmeer. If you want to try one of these dishes, be sure to choose the stewed Ijsselmeer eel. In Volendam, it is better known as "Rechtop in 't pannetje". This name is derived from the method of preparation. The eels are literally placed upright against each other in the pan to stew. This dish has been prepared with love in the Volendam kitchens in this way for over 100 years. A visit to this restaurant is an authentic experience in itself, as the Volendam smokehouse has been located here since 1856. A tour of the smokehouse and a visit to the paling sound museum above the smokehouse are a must.

Restaurant and Café de Dijk

Located in the middle of the characteristic Volendam harbor, you can visit Restaurant and Café de Dijk from early morning until late at night for a cup of coffee or a full dinner. Go for the Risotto Monday, the Dinner Tuesday, or the weekly chef's menu. At Restaurant and Café de Dijk, there is something for everyone. A great tip if you are out with friends or family is the high wine at this restaurant. What does this involve? A well-filled evening with wine and matching dishes.

Le Pompadour

This restaurant has an international kitchen and owes its name to Madame De Pompadour, the mistress of the French King Louis XV. The dishes of this restaurant are just as seductive as this lady was for the king. In addition to the extensive menu, the restaurant also has a separate wine bar that takes you on a wine journey through different countries. Did you know that there is an Old Dutch hotel above this restaurant? Here you can stay with a beautiful view of the Ijsselmeer.

’T Havengat Seafood and Eetcafé

Recently, the concept of the restaurant ’T Havengat has undergone a transformation, allowing you to choose from two restaurants. The new restaurant is, as the name suggests, specialized in fish dishes, from fruit de mer to Thai fish stews. Various arrangements can also be booked in these two restaurants, such as a high beer, high wine, or high tea. If you are with a larger group, be sure to choose the "Volendammer rommeltafel," also known as shared dining. A delightful dining experience where you can taste everything!

Van den Hogen

Restaurant Van den Hogen has been a real family business for over a century. It started as a café and has grown into a high-quality restaurant with fine fish and meat dishes. Here too, you can taste real Volendam specialties such as the previously mentioned stewed eel. Finger-licking good. A tip is the Irish coffee from Van den Hogen. This is prepared at the table in the classic way with hand-whipped cream. The walls of the restaurant are adorned with beautiful paintings of old Volendam scenes. Ask the staff for the personal story of the painting hanging at your table, or easily find it on the Van den Hogen website.

Lotje Wine & Dine

The name of this restaurant says it all. Dining with a good glass of wine? Then you must visit Lotje Wine & Dine. In addition to the regular lunch and dinner menu, this restaurant also offers a shared & dine menu. The dishes on this menu are slightly more affordable so you can order and share multiple dishes with your table companions. Since recently, this restaurant also offers a complete breakfast menu. At half past eight in the morning, you can already enjoy a nice breakfast in this restaurant.

De Ouwe Helling

If you are looking for a restaurant with atmosphere and an authentic interior, then De Ouwe Helling is the place to be. This restaurant is located in a 150-year-old building where the workshop of the shipyard was previously located. This restaurant is suitable for young and old, as there is truly something for everyone. From poffertjes and pancakes to grilled salmon fillet and spaghetti bolognese. This restaurant often offers a cheap arrangement through social deal. A personal recommendation from me is the surf and turf from De Ouwe Helling.

De lunch

If you are looking for fast service, then Haven restaurant de Lunch is a recommendation. Here, your food is on the table within ten minutes if desired. Do you want an even faster lunch? Then use the take-away counter. Here, you can also buy various sandwiches and hot dishes to eat outside. The price-quality ratio is a bit friendlier compared to other restaurants on the dike and is therefore ideal for an extensive lunch. Order delicious crispy fish bites with a local beer here, and you will be ready to go.

Pieterman

Restaurant de Pieterman is located at the marina of the Marinapark and has a large terrace. In addition to the lunch and dinner menu, this restaurant also has a unique Volendam tapas concept. In Volendam, this is the only restaurant where you can enjoy unlimited small dishes during lunch or dinner. A recommendation is the beef stew. This is prepared with Volendam bock beer. Delicious!

Thirty 5

Thirty 5 is a high-quality restaurant that has made a name for itself in Volendam in the short years it has been open. The restaurant is located on the corner of the harbor with a direct view of the water. On Wednesdays, they present a true sushi evening where various types of sushi can be ordered. Furthermore, they always work with fresh products, and in the summer, it is wonderful to sit on the beautiful terrace.

Restaurant Da Noi

It is a new Italian restaurant set up by two Italian guys from Sicily. If you want to eat really good and tasty Italian food near the harbor, this is the right place. Personal favorites for me are the various types of bruschetta and the ravioli. Of course, a bite of tiramisu in an Italian restaurant should not be missed, and it is truly delicious. The prices may be a bit higher, but the food is more than worth it.

Grand Café de Botterwerf

It is also called the nicest hotspot in Volendam. In the summer, there is plenty of space on the beautiful terrace right on the Ijsselmeer. The dishes served are low-key and suitable for a delicious dinner or lunch with family or friends. The beers here are brewed on-site, and if you're lucky, there is live music. The well-known band the 3js often performs here because the restaurant was partly set up by the band's singer. It is also possible to book a tour of the brewery. Take a look at the website for more information about the possibilities.

Indrapoera

Indrapoera is a recently renovated Chinese restaurant where you can enjoy an all-you-can-eat concept. For a fixed price, you can taste everything from the kitchen, from freshly made sushi to dim sum bites, grilled salmon, and well-known dishes such as chicken curry. I have never managed to taste all the dishes on the menu, even though I have been here a few times. A personal recommendation is the rendang stew. Finger-licking good.

Restaurant-café de Vrijheid

This restaurant is known as a brown café on the Volendam harbor. Nevertheless, you can visit here 7 days a week for good food and drinks, both inside and on the terrace during the summer. You can choose from a changing freedom menu or from the extensive menu or lunch menu. The restaurant is known for its fish bites, which are indeed delicious.

The choice for a bite to eat has now been made easy, but did you know that there is much more to experience in Volendam? Read more about this quickly on our website.