Rosendal: A Seafood Lover’s Hidden Paradise 🦑🌊

Tucked away in this fairytale Dutch village, where castle gardens bloom and canals glitter, lies a seafood sanctuary that redefines fresh catches. Forget dainty portions—here, the ocean’s bounty arrives with Dutch generosity and unfussy brilliance.🦑🌊 The Showstoppers 🎭 🐙 Grilled Squirl Armada Three monster tentacles seared with smoked paprika🦑🌊 Served atop caramelized Dutch baby potatoes (pro tip: squeeze the charred lemon over everything) Fair warning: The salt level pays homage to the North Sea—balance with their house apple cider 🐟 Catch of the Day (Your New Top 1)🦑🌊 Whole local fish (likely sea bass or brill) at €20 steal Skin crisped to perfection, flesh flaking into buttery petals Comes with smashed mint peas that taste like spring🦑🌊 🐔 “Chicken” Surprise Staff-recommended chicken gizzards confit in garlic oil Served on sourdough with pickled shallots (the ultimate beer snack) 🍺 Why It’s Special ✨ Portions: Designed for hungry sailors—no “tiny tweezer food” here Flavors: Unapologetically bold (bring your thirst) Vibes: Rustic-chic with dried fishnet chandeliers and harbor-view tables🦑🌊 Local Intel 🔍 Arrive at 5:30PM to watch the fishing boat unload your dinner🦑🌊 The “Fisherman’s Digestif” (genever with oyster shell salt) is a must-try/bad-idea rollercoaster Thursday means all-you-can-eat mussel pots with fries buried underneath #SeafoodSafari #DutchFeast #NoFilterNeeded 🦑🌊