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Grand Cafe de Parel
Welcome to Grand Cafe de Parel, a hidden gem nestled along the picturesque Leimuiderdijk in the Netherlands. This charming café offers a delightful dining experience, blending traditional Dutch elements with stunning views of the waterfront. With its cozy atmosphere, Grand Cafe de Parel is the perfect setting for a variety of occasions, whether it's a casual lunch or a formal dinner with international guests.
As you step inside, you're greeted by a warm and inviting ambiance that effortlessly complements the local dishes on the menu. Diners often rave about the fresh ingredients that bring each plate to life. The café serves an array of classics, including smoked eel, succulent salmon, and delectable prawns—a true taste of the region. However, reviews suggest that while the flavors are commendable, some dishes could benefit from a more balanced approach to ingredient proportions.
Patrons like Sylvester Danckaarts have enjoyed company dinners here, noting that the views and authentic Dutch decor enhance the dining experience. Yet, he also mentioned that some dishes, like the carpaccio, could use a lighter touch on toppings. Meanwhile, Kris Gillespie appreciates the café's local offerings, despite minor parking challenges, affirming that it's worth any hassle for the good food and great atmosphere.
For those seeking a vibrant experience, Yin Y. highlights the diverse menu and prompt service, indicating that Grand Cafe de Parel consistently delivers quality dishes. The burger and fish offerings, particularly praised by Mohammad Rafa’ti, showcase the café's ability to cater to various palates—providing tasty options for both casual diners and those craving a more refined meal.
With its ideal location overlooking the water, Grand Cafe de Parel invites you to relax and enjoy your meal amidst breathtaking views. The friendly staff ensures that every visit is memorable, making it a staple for both locals and visitors. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual bite or looking to indulge in some of the best local cuisine, Grand Cafe de Parel is certainly a place to visit.
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“ Lovely local cafe, serving all the usual local dishes you’d expect, including some nice smoked eel, salmon and prawns. Parking can be a challenge but worth the hassle. We had a great time. ”
“ Great food at a great location looking out over the water. The menu is diverse and good quality. Service is swift and friendly. Definitely recommend this place. ”
“ My husband and I are exploring the area and thought we'd try lunch here. Absolutely beautiful scenery and delicious food. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. Thank you ”
“ Enjoyed a company dinner here with international guests. For sure the views and typical Dutch elements of it were highly appreciated. The food was good but in my opinion a bit too much on specific ingredients, there is only that much Parmesan cheese that should be on carpaccio and I thought the dish was covered by too much stuff ”
“ Perfect place, for lunch and dinner. Service is super. ”
“ Nice and cozy place, beautiful view, good service. All the food on the photo + 2 beers cost us €56. ”
“ Decent food, love the location (on a good weather), goof staff. Would come again! ”
“ What an amazing sight and atmosphere outside of the city near by the river. Great to chill and enjoy ur meals or drinks. The foods were great specially the burgers and the fish. We loved it. One of the best burger i have ever had. The chocken schnitzel and pork skewed were good but not great. Overall highly recommended. You may Check the photos i shared here. ”