Great terraces in Alkmaar
The sun is making more frequent appearances, which means it’s time to enjoy a drink outdoors… Alkmaar is bursting with terraces – here’s a great selection!
Blue District
Right in the middle of the Ringers shopping centre, you’ll find Blue District: a stylish bar and restaurant all about healthy and good living. Its sunny terrace is the perfect spot to settle down for a coffee, a drink, or dinner with friends. The menu takes you on a journey through Mediterranean and Oriental flavours, with a strong focus on fresh, plant-based ingredients. Here, it’s all about enjoying, being together, and truly unwinding.
Blue District | Noorderkade 121
Bar Restaurant Hofman
Bar Restaurant Hofman has everything you’re looking for: a courteous lunch menu with all-day dishes and a delicious shared dining concept for dinner. The terrace offers a stunning view of Alkmaar’s beautiful Grote Kerk and is listed in the Terrace Top 100. Definitely worth a visit!
Bar Restaurant Hofman | Kerkplein 7
Proeflokaal de Boom
Proeflokaal de Boom is located in a beautiful 17th-century building on the corner of Houttil. They serve various craft beers on tap and over 80 bottled varieties. In addition to the wide beer selection, you can order tasty snacks to go with your drink. The building features a charming awning where you can relax in comfort, whether the weather is good or bad. On the quay, you’ll find a converted barge that serves as a wonderfully cosy terrace! With a delicious beer in hand, watching the boats sail by, it truly feels like a holiday at home.
Proeflokaal de Boom | Houttil 1
De Heeren van Sonoy
Want to dine in one of Alkmaar’s cosy courtyards? You can at De Heeren van Sonoy, located in a former monastery in the city centre, at the Hof van Sonoy. This inner-city garden is elegantly enclosed by the centuries-old building that houses De Heeren van Sonoy. Since 1999, it has grown into a well-known name in the wider region and remains a wonderful place to enjoy the sunshine.
De Heeren van Sonoy | Hof van Sonoy 1
De Eendracht in 't IJkgebouw
De Eendracht in ’t IJkgebouw is housed in the fantastic building in Victoriepark that everyone in Alkmaar knows. From calibration office to music venue, from derelict property to beautiful hospitality venue – this building is steeped in history. The café and terrace are cosy and intimate, giving you that familiar De Eendracht atmosphere. Sun or rain, once you’re here, you won’t want to leave!
De Eendracht in ’t IJkgebouw | Alckmariapad 2
Stadskaffee Laurens
Stadskaffee Laurens is housed in a building you can’t help but fall in love with. It’s the place to go for great snacks and drinks or a full dinner – from dirty nachos to bavette and generous sharing boards. From the spacious terrace, you have a beautiful view of Alkmaar’s Grote Kerk!
Stadskaffee Laurens | Kerkplein 9
't Fnidsen
As the name suggests, ’t Fnidsen is located in the Fnidsen, a true gem in Alkmaar. The terrace at ’t Fnidsen is the perfect spot to enjoy a beautiful view while indulging in flavourful dishes and excellent wines. From here, you can admire the water and the streets lined with centuries-old buildings. This gastronomic restaurant offers a true culinary experience. The French influences on the menu create a refined and flavourful journey, with dishes that change with the seasons. ’t Fnidsen also features a Wine Bistro Bar with over 30 wines by the glass and a menu of delicious small plates to share.
’t Fnidsen | Fnidsen 107-109
Anne&Max
At Anne & Max, you’re welcome seven days a week for a hearty breakfast, coffee, homemade cakes, a healthy lunch, an extensive high tea, or a high wine on the terrace or the flower barge! Fun fact: this is one of the most photographed spots in Alkmaar!
Anne & Max | Kraanbuurt 3
De Platte Stenenbrug
Want to have a drink on the Platte Stenenbrug? Perfect – the Platte Stenenbrug is basically one big terrace. It’s full of lively cafés where you can have lunch, enjoy drinks, and dine in the sun with a refreshing beverage in hand.
On the Platte Stenenbrug, you can’t go wrong!
’T Kantoor | Verdronkenoord 108-110
De Koning | Verdronkenoord 114
Gunnery’s Irish Pub | Verdronkenoord 123
Café Stapper | Verdronkenoord 127
ECHT
ECHT has a sunny terrace furnished with light and sustainable materials—a true hotspot near Waagplein. Sit here for a flavorful lunch, a delicious cake, or a good cup of coffee. Everything is carefully chosen, with many products sourced locally, such as organic meat, dairy, and vegetables from the nearby De Noorderhoeve farm.
ECHT | Marktplein 4
Turfmarkt
Coffee or tea, a friendly lunch, an important meeting, a snack before exploring the city, or a full family dinner? Turfmarkt has it all. With a large terrace by the water, next to a parking garage, and within walking distance of the center, it’s a perfect place to start or end your day and soak up some vitamin D.
Turfmarkt | Turfmarkt 11-23
Stadsstrand De Kade
With your feet in the sand, you’ll feel like you’re on a real beach at Stadsstrand De Kade. The enthusiastic staff ensures you experience the true summer feeling. Enjoy the sun with a drink and snack, prepared with local ingredients. There’s often a cozy fire pit and live performances, as well as “bring your own” BBQs. Order another cocktail and toast to the beautiful weather!
Stadsstrand De Kade | Noorderkade 1027
Foto: Noukka Signe
1480 Foodbar
1480 Foodbar is located in a monumental building on the Mient, previously housing NL Zaak. There’s a lovely outdoor terrace by the water, always offering plenty to see! The chefs prepare seasonal and international dishes, often using local products.
1480 | Mient 16
Eetcafé Pluim
On Ritsevoort, you’ll find Eetcafé Pluim, ideal for coffee with cake, lunch, drinks, and dinner. Chicken is the focus, served in various styles from all over the world. Pluim has a small terrace on the Ritsevoort and a fantastic inner garden.
Eetcafé Pluim | Ritsevoort 12
De Binnenkomer
At the foot of the Grote Kerk, Binnenkomer offers a cozy eatery with a relaxed and personal atmosphere. Enjoy a cappuccino, a tasty lunch, a drink at five, a snack before the movie, or a nightcap after the theater. Inside or outside on the terrace!
de Binnenkomer | Kerkplein 6
Wolf Kitchen & Bar
WOLF Kitchen & Bar has a prime location on the Mient in the center of Alkmaar. Downstairs in the modern, cozy restaurant, enjoy delicious meals. There’s also a terrace by the canal with a view of the beautiful Waagplein.
WOLF Kitchen & Bar | Mient 3
Het Genot van Grootschermer
In the middle of the ribbon village Grootschermer, you’ll find Het Genot van Grootschermer. This charming restaurant lies by the water of the Eilandspolder. On the terrace, with breathtaking views, you can truly relax. The perfect spot for coffee, drinks, lunch, or dinner.
Het Genot van Grootschermer | Noordeinde 12, Grootschermer
Restaurant De Buren
Would you like to eat at a beautiful, historic place? De Buren is a nice restaurant and has two terraces: one on the 'Gewelfde Stenenbrug' and one next to the historical 'visbanken', a place where people used to sell fish in market stalls made of stone.
Are you a Vegetarian? At Restaurant De Buren there is a large choice of vegetarian food and a wide range of French-Dutch dishes. Come to 'De Buren' for lunch, dinner or just for a refreshing drink.
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