Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Ooststellingwerf

Kookatelier Joop Zwiep is a concept by Joop Zwiep who banks on his illustrious experience in the culinary domain. Though this venture primarily runs as a cooking workshop, Zwiep transforms it into an intimate dining spot every Saturday. Over the weekend, gourmands are invited to savor its lavish four-course spread prepared with fresh and organic ingredients and served with love. The prix fixe menu features a blend of classic specialties and some innovative recipes supervised by known by acclaimed chef Robert Warmolts.

Nestled in the heart of the quaint hamlet Giethoorn, De Lindenhof welcomes gourmands to experience a fine culinary journey. Apart from being rated two stars by Michelin, it also boasts a tranquil ambiance complete with picturesque English-style gardens dotting its periphery. Chef Martin Kruithof teams up with his partner Marjan de Jonge to dole out some innovative preparations rooted in traditional French cooking methods. The menu includes seafood staples besides beef, poultry, cheese, and desserts. On pleasant days, Lindenhof's dining area extends out to the breezy patio outside that treats you with some spellbinding views of the surrounding landscape.

Experience dining like never before as you visit Herberg Onder de Linden. This restaurant is known for serving authentic French delicacies in a warm and cozy environment. Fine attention is paid to the food presentation, hence each dish served here is a complete treat to your eyes. The delicious menu is followed by an impressive wine list to accompany your meal. Situated in a beautiful tavern from the 1700s , this restaurant is sure to give you a memorable dining experience as you visit here. Herberg Onder de Linden is owned by Geerhard Slenema and his wife Petra who have been awarded Michelin star for their previous restaurant, namely Le Mérinos d'Or.

In the heart of Zuidlaren, De Vlindertuin welcomes diners to savor classic French fare in an imposing setting. Chalk-white walls, tiled floors and neatly laid-out dining booths covered in table cloths create a warm ambiance to enjoy a fine French spread. De Vlindertuin occupies a historic Saxon-era structure dating back to the year 1719. With one Michelin star under its belt since the year 2008, Vlindertuin attracts diners from far and wide.

Enjoy a fine range of contemporary delicacies prepared from organic, locally-sourced ingredients. Not only is the food prepared fresh, from scratch, but the diverse ingredients used to prepare every dish, create tantalizing flavors that are sure to please your palate. Patrons can call for one of the many prix fixe menus depending on their appetite or opt for dishes in the a la carte menu. Depending on the season, expect fine delicacies like Marinated Salmon Crème, Baked Aberdeen Angus Beef and Fried Mullet Fillet. Don’t forget to ask wine recommendations from the staff members. Curated by expert sommelier, Daniëlle Buijs, the wine list comprises of a great selection of local, regional and high-end wines. If you are looking for a memorable dining experience, an evening at De Vijf Sinnen won’t disappoint.

Get ready to take your palate on a culinary rollercoaster of exotic flavors at the Michelin star restaurant, De Groene Lantaarn. The kitchen is helmed by the highly skilled culinary maestro, Jarno Eggen who ensures that you leave the restaurant with a full stomach and a smile on your face. Touted to be one of the best restaurants in the Netherlands, De Groene Lantaarn utilizes exotic, seasonal and organic ingredients in the kitchen. Oenophiles are also in for a treat since the menu features striking wine collections. Situated on an old farm, its rustic charm is further accentuated by the terrace which offers a view of a windmill and vegetable garden. Though priced on the steeper end, it is definitely well worth the money paid.