Brasserie de Badmeester — Restaurant in Wassenaar

Extremely rude waiters; we waited for 45 min without even being acknowledged, letting alone being asked what we would like to order. I actually called the restaurant, whilst in it, and asked for service. The guy who answered the phone apologised and said he would send someone to our table. Yet we waited another 20 min and no one came our way. We decided to leave and then the waiter decided to call after me that: ‘did I think I was the only person in the world?’ and other rude comments. We used to go to this restaurant regularly when it was owned by other people, but since then it has disappointed to say the least. The last time we took our daughter in law, wanting to take her to a nice place in Wassenaar and the food was very disappointing. Tonight was the first time we attempted to try it again. It’s a shame that this place doesn’t live up to its wonderful location. Luckily there will soon be 4 other beach restaurants opening up again on the beach...

A hidden gem above the dunes! Brasserie de Badmeester is one of those places that instantly makes you smile. Perched a little higher up on the dunes, it offers a lovely view and a peaceful, breezy atmosphere—perfect after a beach walk. The brasserie itself has a cozy, slightly older charm that feels welcoming and relaxed.

We sat outside, surrounded by cheeky little birds who clearly know the menu and aren’t shy to ask for a bite—part of the charm if you’re eating by the sea! The waiter was absolutely lovely: friendly, quick, and full of humour, making the whole experience feel easy and warm.

The food was just what you’d hope for: good, honest brasserie fare. And to top it off, they serve Wassenaars’ own Crooked Spider beer—a great local touch.

Definitely a spot we’ll return to. A perfect mix of location, atmosphere, and...

You have too many tables and NOT enough staff. There were two really slow waiters who were not able to serve all. We waited 45 minutes, we even went up by ourselves to counter to place the order and we were rejected, sent back to wait. Eventually we tried to catch attention of staff just to order after 1hour of sitting and being fully ignored. Nothing. The waiting line in front of the place were just growing, no-one there even to suggest people to sit at the VACANT dozens tables! At least we were sitting. But after 1hour we had enough and just left. No one even cared to come up, staff were just ignoring new...