Brunch in Utrecht
Kick off your day in Utrecht with an energy-boosting brunch! The city is full of fantastic places to refuel and indulge, from all-day brunch in the bustling centre to cosy cafés on the outskirts. Here are our top picks.
Best brunch spots in the centre
‘Deliciously messy’ Teds serves all-day brunch alongside the Oudegracht canal. Sink your teeth into a breakfast burrito or donut ‘n chicken while sipping on freshly popped champagne. Prefer some peace and quiet? Head to Anne&Max for a mouth-watering brunch menu of smoothie bowls, croissants, scones and more. If you are veggie or vegan, BROEI on Oosterkade is a must. This 100% plant-based restaurant, with its own bakery, serves a brunch menu that has been a hit with locals and visitors for a decade. Joining the plant-powered ranks is GYS on Voorstraat, known for its vegan, veggie and gluten-free comfort food. And just a minute’s walk away is another Utrecht classic: De Ontdekking. Opened in 2013 in a former travel agency, this laid-back coffee shop embraces its globe-trotting past with a beach bar-inspired decor.
Brunch places only locals know
Venture beyond the city centre and discover more fantastic gems. In Buiten Wittevrouwen, Cornelis is an inviting brunch spot that occupies a former coach house and serves yoghurt with granola, delicious artisan sandwiches and freshly baked croissants. For a more natural setting, why not visit Landhuis in de Stad in enchanting Oog in Al park for a leisurely al fresco brunch among the trees? On Hooghiemstraplein, between the Singel outer canal and Griftpark, Karibu serves an African-European brunch fusion in a cosy setting. Close to the neighbourhoods of Tuinwijk, Zijdebalen and Vogelenbuurt, family-friendly Hygge offers spacious south-facing outdoor seating and a lovely spot to relax.
Canal-side brunch
Few places do canals and brunch as well as Utrecht, so why not combine the two? At Camping Ganspoort in Rotsoord, tuck into a delicious breakfast or lunch as boats glide past. You can also check out SOIA, an urban beach and restaurant on the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal. It’s a big hit with locals and on sunny days is a gorgeous spot to spend lazy afternoons by the water. And last but not least, Het Muzieklokaal pairs hearty lunches with canal views and the soothing sounds of classical music.
