Rootz The Hague – A mix of hip and historic
Rootz bills itself as a cafe and restaurant, but it's also a bar and a grill, and besides that, just as much an intersection of many of the best things The Hague has to offer. Rootz has a spacious area for outdoor seating, a vast beer selection that numbers in the hundreds, and a location adjacent to both the Grote Marktstraat and Grote Markt itself, probably the street and square with the highest foot traffic in the city. One might expect that the party might never end.
Yet inside you are treated to high ceilings, wood floors and other saloon-style accoutrements that confirm that Rootz can be an oasis from the city's increasingly hectic nightlife. Here you'll find couples by candlelight sharing a fondue and a few local brews, families hosting friends from out of town with one special night, artists celebrating a recent sale over charcuterie and wine. During Corona Times, you'll need a reservation, but Rootz was gifted with ample seating, so even with social distancing, you can often simply show up and "reserve" a table immediately.
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Lily's Bubble Tea & Coffee – Delicious bubble tea
The menu includes different types of milk tea, fruit tea, matcha lattes, and coffee. They also serve seasonal drinks and croffles (a type of Korean waffle with either sweet or savory toppings).
By
Marit
Kruisdijk
Old Fashion – It's about drinking in style
Whether you’re just staying for a drink or going for a full dinner, you’ll be guaranteed a good time here. And their dishes are truly exquisite.
By
Karoline
Welton
Cafe de Florez – That Paris feeling
When you enter it feels cosy and you are greeted by friendly personnel. There is an open kitchen concept, so you can see the chefs preparing meals.
By
Marit
Kruisdijk
Secret Garden Bakery – Best kept secret
I discovered this bakery by surprise when I was taking a shortcut through the city centre. It is located in the middle of the city centre and yet it's quite secluded.
By
Marit
Kruisdijk
Clingendael Bos – Bunkers, and more!
"Clingendael Bos" in The Hague is one of several large forests in the city. This one has bunkers left over from WWII where I love playing with my kids!
By
Adam
Frick
Kloosterkerk – Where Fahrenheit is buried
The history of "Kloosterkerk" in The Hague, my neighborhood's church, goes back in time, but a little known fact is that it's where Fahrenheit is buried!
By
Jenny
Huttinga
Canoe Rental – Paddle through the canals
On a nice summer evening, I can think of few better things than taking out a canoe or kayak and paddling the canals in The Hague!
By
Jenny
Huttinga
Zebedeus – Location is key
"Zebedeus" in The Hague is a restaurant that has put the inside and outside of De Grote Kerk, the Big Church, to great use. They also have an amazing menu!
By
Hannah
Whittle
The English Bookstore – Store with (his)stories
When looking through the window you can see people rushing by, but inside the store it is quiet and customers take their time to browse through the books.
By
Marit
Kruisdijk
Spooky and Sue – Second hand gems
What I particularly like about Spooky & Sue is that their items are displayed in an orderly way and clothes racks never seem to overflow.
By
Karoline
Welton
Park Clingendael – Park with a rich history
"Park Clingendael" is one of the most beautiful green areas in The Hague. It and the manor it surrounds have a rich history. It even has its own beekeeper!
By
Jenny
Huttinga
Tokyo Taiyaki Story – A Japanese delight
I tried the miso and “anko taiyaki” and I thought it tasted absolutely wonderful. Tokyo Taiyaki offers pastries with a gluten-free dough as well.
By
Karoline
Welton
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