The Zaanse Schans: heaven for your taste buds!

Restaurant De Hoop op d’Swarte Walvis is one of the most famous and certainly one of the most beautiful restaurants in the Netherlands. It is also located in the middle of an enchanting historic district. The restaurant is located directly on the River Zaan, has a jetty for guests and a large patio. Another charming patio is located at the front of the restaurant, on the main road through the Zaanse Schans. There is an à la carte menu, a brasserie menu and a delightful authentic bar called ‘Het Vleethuis’ (the Driftnet House). Here, you can sample a variety of beers, including the original Zaan-brewed Breugem beer. The restaurant also has a variety of rooms suitable for a wide range of guests and occasions. The building consists of three historic buildings that now make up a single entity: a Westzaan orphanage built in 1717, a merchant’s house and a storehouse. You can also rent rooms and organise special tailor-made packages at Restaurant De Hoop op d’Swarte Walvis.