Gouwestrand — Restaurant in Gouda

Beach club style at the river. Nicely done, good and friendly atmosphere. Outside area looked also really fun, but we were there after 2000 in autumn, so no beach lounging. Staff was friendly, but had a limited job responsibility. Talking together and getting the place ready for the next day was more important than serving us. Starters were good, especially the vegan 'bitterballen'. Thereafter all went wrong. We got meaty burgers instead of vegetarian burgers. Fries were fatty and not really baked through, probably the oil was not hot enough. The dish with sweet potatoes and peanut sauce had no sweet potato and no peanut sauce. Fries and a kind of sriracha sauce instead. Complete swamped in fatty sauces, in fact. Asking for the bill was fine, but again we had to go and get the bill as no one would come. Pricy for the quality. Beer selection...

September 2024 Nicely hidden just outside the city centre. No worries you can take the boat (€ 1,00) to cross the water. A real nice place constructed partially out of sea containers. Very well priced, reflects in the dishes but nothing wrong at there prices. Little understaffed it seemed, so walk inside for extra order if they don't come to the terrace. Lot of locals, almost a meeting spot. Pretty big and make a reservation if you...

This delightful haven is very much a secret spot until you have discovered it. A retro chic container styled restaurant complete with a beach and volleyball court is shouting Summer is here! Dog friendly is a bonus point here too! The menu is interesting and caters for just about everyone. We went for the three dishes per person getting six different appetising dishes for lunch. Wow what a feast for the eyes and...