New restaurants in the Netherlands

Fortunately, after two tough Corona years, the world seems to have regained some momentum. At least in the Netherlands, all the measures have disappeared for several months and the hard-working entrepreneurs have been able to put their shoulders to the wheel again. Although with the necessary personnel challenges, they can once again carry out their passion.

This is also reflected in the number of new restaurants that have opened recently. And still to open! We have, with some help from our relation Astrid from AstridsTaste, been looking for new restaurants that are definitely worth a visit!

Gelderland

Brasserie Poelzicht in Kapel-Avezaath (Betuwe) – Bistro

Since September 1, 2021, Brasserie Poelzicht has been reopened by new owner Patron-cuisinier Edwin Muns. After several lockdowns due to Corona between November 2021 and February 2022, Edwin has now been able to fully open the doors. Unique in the region is the French bistro cuisine combined with strictly French wines.

SKY56 in Arnhem – Fine dining

SKY56 in Arnhem by chef Sibrecht Benning and maître sommelier Thijs Stut has just opened its doors. Chef Sibrecht gives vegetables the starring role in her kitchen, possibly accompanied by careful preparation of fish and meat. And with the interplay of the wines served by Thijs there is tension, refinement and a wonderful taste experience.

Limburg

Ambrozijn in Valkenburg – Fine dining

On December 4, 2021, chef Sven and hostess Joëlle Nijenhuis opened the doors of their restaurant Ambrozijn in Valkenburg, but due to several lockdowns did not open properly until February 2022. The fine-dining restaurant is located in the 1891-era Irene church. Unique to Limburg is the so-called one-table restaurant on the first floor, where guests eat around the open kitchen at the chef’s table. Sven cooks contemporary dishes from a classic French base, using modern cooking techniques while keeping the main ingredient recognizable.

Kobe in Sittard – Japanese restaurant

On September 1, Kobe Sittard will open its doors at Sylvester’s location. This is brother and sister Emman and Lace’s second restaurant. The other establishment has been located in Maastricht for 35 years. They work with the freshest seasonal ingredients, emphasizing the clean and healthy taste of Japan, combined with competent and friendly service and a great wine selection.

Groningen

Restaurant Noor in Groningen – Fine dining

Restaurant Noor by Marleen and Jeroen Brouwer officially opened on March 1, 2022. Marleen & Jeroen both cook. In May 2022, they received their first star at this new location in the 1927 Theresia Chapel in Groningen. In the kitchen, they combine classic preparations with worldly influences and modern flavors. The dishes are sometimes a bit bold or quirky, but always refined and surprisingly presented. In the Seasonal Menu they use a lot of vegetables and fish and sometimes some meat. The Prestige menu is for the lover of exclusive products, such as oysters, langoustines, wild sea bass, turbot, caviar, Japanese Wagyur beef and truffle.

Donna’s Social Club in Groningen – American diner

In April, owner Emile opened American diner Donna’s Social Club at 12 Poelestraat. Donna’s Social Club is a concept inspired by the American diners of the 1970s and 1980s, with a focus on comfort and food in an elegant setting. Retro, disco, funky and sexy. The restaurant is open for lunch, drinks, dinner and late night drinking until 03:00.

South Holland

Pipa Streetfood Bar in Leiden – Shared dining

At Pipa Streetfood Bar next to the Morspoort in Leiden, you’ll experience a culinary trip around the world that will blow your mind! A Vietnamese bao bun, a vegan noodle bowl, Mexican-style tacos de Camaron or Japanese karaage chicken bites: the choice is vast. Pipa Streetfood Bar has listed the most popular world snacks for you. But for a typically Dutch portion of bitterballen, Pipa is also the place to be.

‘t Wapen van Leiden in Leiden – Brasserie

Brand new is the ‘ t Wapen van Leiden. You will find it next to the popular coffee shop Borgman & Borgman. A new, but old-fashioned cozy brasserie on the Nieuwe Rijn. You can go there five days a week for lunch and dinner. The menu ranges from a delicious bavette to a stew or fish of the day. And don’t forget to choose something sweet from the dessert menu.

YANO in Rotterdam – Fine dining

Britta and Yuri Wattimena will open restaurant YANO in Rotterdam during November 2022. The fine-dining restaurant will be located on the Straatweg in Hillegersberg. YANO will be an accessible fine-dining restaurant with a worldly cooking style, in which the guest will also get a taste of the (half) Moluccan origin of chef Yuri Wattimena. The interior will have the style of “Japandi,” which is a mix of Japanese and Scandinavian influences and partly reflects Britta Wattimena’s (half) Finnish ancestry.

Bar Simon in Rotterdam – Bar-bistro

Another business that has opened its doors in West is Bar Simon. Owner Simone Houg runs the place together with her friend Timo Dijkstra and Quirijn Visser, both from De Buffel next door. It is a bar-bistro where you can enjoy a delicious meal from the French-Dutch menu, but where you can also stay for a drink at the bar or on the terrace.

North Holland

Chez Nina in Amsterdam – Vegetarian restaurant

Chez Nina by food blogger and author Nina Olsson opened in July. Nina is known for her witty and authentic style as well as her pure flavors with a powerful touch. Luscious, rich and nutritious food defines Nina’s cooking style. Chez Nina is a modern concept brasserie and food-lifestyle boutique, a place that is inviting, fresh and full of bustle and atmosphere.

Secret Garden in Amsterdam – Japanese-Peruvian cuisine

Also just opened is Secret Garden at the location of Roses at SAL and before that Rose’s Cantina. Using a unique blend of Japanese and Peruvian culinary traditions, Secret Garden offers a mouth-watering culinary journey. More than a restaurant, Secret Garden is an experience where you can celebrate the flavors of Nikkei Cuisine in an amazing environment. Find yourself in an unparalleled exotic and vibrant atmosphere among greenery of nature and contemporary art.

Fuki Ramen in Amsterdam – Japanese cuisine

Fuki Ramen will be opened in the fall of 2022 by sous chef Jakub Karczewski and his wife Aleksandra of Restaurant and Nursery de Kas. The initiative grew out of a crowdfunding campaign. After testing their Ramen concept in several pop-up restaurants, they will now open their doors at a permanent location in Amsterdam-East. Part of what makes them unique is that they make their own ramen noodles. In addition to the best ramen in Amsterdam, they plan to offer a small Japanese-inspired tasting menu that of course includes vegetables from De Kas.

SAAM in Ouderkerk ad Amstel – South African – Dutch cuisine

The doors of SAAM will open in the fall. Owners Koen van der Plas, Henk Jan Beltman and Margot Janse have assembled a top team in both the kitchen and the restaurant. Restaurant SAAM combines Dutch and South African gastronomy. Using pure & honest products, they create an exciting culinary experience through approachable & genuine hospitality. It will be a restaurant without too much fuss, where guests feel welcome.

North Brabant

South by Adrian Zarzo in Eindhoven – French-Mediterranean cuisine

Sun by Zarzo became South by Adrian Zarzo in July. Star chef Adrian Zarzo will take over French-Mediterranean restaurant Sun by Zarzo in its entirety as of Saturday, July 23. The new restaurant will work closely with star restaurant Zarzo, also bringing back more emphatically the personal touch of top chef Adrian Zarzo.

Mood in Tilburg – Asian-French

Eveline Wu, owner of the MOOD restaurants in Eindhoven, Strijp-S, Rotterdam and Schioedan, will open her fifth location in Tilburg around September. The menu features classic French dishes and delicacies with special flavor and texture combinations, inspired by authentic Asian cuisine. Top quality products are used and dishes are served in an original way.

Odille in St. Oedenrode – Fine dining

Casimir Evens and his partner Lotte Bloem, both from Vane in Eindhoven, will open their own restaurant Odille in October, currently working as chef at Vane in Eindhoven. Many local products will be used, but with international flavors and spices. Vegetables will take center stage. Seventy percent vegetables and thirty percent protein. They will soon serve one menu and will work with an a la carte menu. The kitchen will have a central location around which the restaurant will be built. This will give everyone a “chef’s table.

Credits photos: Canva.com – This blog about new restaurants was created editorially.