10x delicious lunch spots in Delft
From hidden gems to local favourites - discover the city's tastiest lunch spots.
Looking for a fine lunch spot in Delft? In this historic city you will find a surprising mix of cosy cafés, stylish bistros and hip lunch spots. Whether you lunch in the heart of the city centre overlooking the canals, or discover a hidden gem in a side street, Delft always serves you something special.
From freshly made sandwiches and richly filled salads to creative lunch dishes with local produce: lunch culture in Delft is as diverse as the city itself. Classic or modern, quick or elaborate, here you lunch your way, with a good dose of atmosphere and hospitality.
Get inspired by our 10 favourite lunch spots and find out where you will soon be settling down for a tasty lunch break in Delft.
10x lunch spots of the month
1.'t Postkantoor
Hippolytusbuurt 14,
Rocking a latte
Whether you feel like a coffee, lunch, drink or dinner: 't Postkantoor is the place to be. This cosy café-restaurant combines homeliness with a touch of whimsy. On sunny days, you can sit outside on the terrace, and yes, you can sit on a swing or even in a loungy bed. Ideal for unwinding with a good glass of wine or fresh iced tea.
Getting chilly? Then sit inside in the warm interior and taste dishes with a surprising mix of Eastern and French influences, of course with a Dutch twist.
Book your table and experience the cosy atmosphere
2. Il Tartufo
2 Minderbroerstraat (corner of Voorstraat, 2611 MV Delft)
Italian taste explosion to go
Fancy a really good Italian lunch? At Il Tartufo you get one of the tastiest sandwiches in Delft, full of flavour, freshly prepared and with authentic Italian ingredients. Think crispy ciabattas with Parma ham, creamy burrata, fresh pesto or truffle salami: a true feast for your taste buds.
Il Tartufo is not a sit-down spot, but that makes it ideal for lunch on-the-go. Pick up your sandwich and find a spot by the cosy canal or on a bench. Lunch with a view, and with a sandwich that tastes as good as in Italy itself.
Buon appetito!
Get your sandwich and lunch by the canal.
3. Johannes Café
Voldersgracht 25
Fresh breakfast and lunch on Voldersgracht
At Voldersgracht 25 you will find Johannes Café, a cosy place for breakfast and lunch in the heart of Delft. What makes this location extra special? This is where none other than Johannes Vermeer was born, the famous painter who made Delft world-famous. We tell you all about the master painter on this page.
The menu features homemade delicacies such as bagels, pancakes and biscuits - almost everything freshly prepared with lots of love. The idea? Everything you know from Piece of Cake you should soon be able to buy here too.
A nice place to start the day or have a nice lunch, with a special historical background.
Lunch where Vermeer was born.
4. GAIA
Doelenplein 11
Healthy and tasty lunch on the cosy Doelenplein
At GAIA Delft, located on the attractive Doelenplein near Hotel de Plataan, enjoy a delicious, fresh lunch. The Doelenplein is Delft's hidden gem: a cosy catering square with an intimate atmosphere, lit by lights and flags in the trees and with the iconic large vase lamp as an eye-catcher.
Whether you fancy a light salad, a hot meal or something special to fill your afternoon, at GAIA you will always find something tasty and nutritious on the menu. After your lunch, you can also relax here with a drink and tasty snacks - because a pleasant afternoon is best celebrated!
Find out for yourself why lunch at GAIA on the Doelenplein is such a nice experience.
A fresh lunch on the cosy Doelenplein
5. TAZZ & TAZZ TOO
Voldersgracht 29 & Markt 85
Tasty coffee and delicious cakes
Looking for Delft's best coffee? Then be sure to visit TAZZ and their second location TAZZ TOO come along. At both spots, you'll enjoy carefully prepared coffee and tea in a cosy, relaxed atmosphere.
TAZZ is not just another coffee and tea shop, but a place where quality comes first. With an extensive range of special teas, selected by an experienced tea sommelier, here you taste the best tea has to offer. TAZZ also serves delicious, freshly baked cakes, tasty sandwiches and fresh smoothies. Whether you are a coffee lover or prefer a special tea, at TAZZ and TAZZ TOO you will always find something to spoil your taste buds.
A must-visit for anyone who loves high-quality hot drinks and homemade delicacies in Delft!
We dropped by and tried out the menu for you
6. De Waag
Markt 11
Taste history in the heart of Delft
Lunch in a monumental building with character? At Eetcafé De Waag you literally step back in time. Right in the centre of Delft, in a beautiful 17th-century building, you can enjoy a relaxed lunch, a good drink or coffee and cake, all in an atmosphere full of history.
On the ground floor you can still find the original scales from 1647, a nod to the building's rich history. While overlooking authentic details, sample honest, tasty dishes and hospitality as you would expect in Delft.
From a quick coffee break to an extensive dinner: at De Waag you are welcome at any time of day.
Experience history and a delicious lunch on the Markt
7. Uit de Kunst
Oude Delft 140
Lunch between art and creativity
At Uit de Kunst everything is about taste - literally and figuratively. Here you can enjoy homemade cakes, fresh lunch dishes and good coffee in a creative setting. As the name suggests: everything that comes out of the kitchen here is really uit de kunst.
What makes this place extra special? You can not only eat here, but also shop and discover art. In the lunchroom, you will find a mix of fun products, creative gifts and original works of art.
Nice tip: outside is an old-fashioned phone box, perhaps the smallest museum in the Netherlands. A different artist exhibits here every month. Completely free and to admire 24/7!
Discover the art of lunch in this creative lunchroom
8. Bij Best
Vrouwjuttenland 22
All-day breakfast & lunch on the water
Looking for a relaxed spot for breakfast, lunch or just a really good coffee? Bij Best is exactly the kind of spot where you spontaneously linger longer. Whether you fancy a tasty sandwich, something from the street food kitchen or a fresh cappuccino: it's all on the menu here and the best news? The breakfast menu is available all day.
Extra fun: you can also eat your order on the cosy terrace boat! Have a lovely floating lunch on the water with a view of the city. Whether you're with friends or settling down solo with a book, Bij Best is one of those places where you can unwind effortlessly.
Board the terrace boat for lunch at its best
9. Kobus Kuch
Beestenmarkt 1
Apple pie legend & lunch topper in the heart of Delft
Kobus Kuch is not just any café, it is a Delft classic. In fact, a visit to the city is not complete without a slice of their famous homemade apple pie. And believe us: you are not the only fan, some 60,000 pieces pass over the counter here every year!
But there's more than cake: from well-stocked sandwiches to snacks to accompany afternoon drinks on the cosy terrace. Whether you come for coffee with something sweet or a hearty lunch in a lively atmosphere, Kobus is the place to be.
In short: warm, familiar and always tasty - highly recommended for any time of the day.
Taste for yourself why the apple pie here is legendary
10. Hanno
Doelenplein 7
Worldly lunch with a story
At Groots Café HANNO you don't just have lunch, you go on a culinary world trip. This unique spot on Delft's cosy Doelenplein exudes atmosphere, character and adventure. Everything at HANNO, from the menu to the interior, tells a story, inspired by the owners' travels around the world.
The menu features surprising lunch dishes with influences from all over the world. Pure, creative and always slightly different. Whether you go for a fresh bowl, a richly filled sandwich or a worldly snack: at HANNO you will taste something new.
Come along, be surprised and discover the flavours and stories that make HANNO so special.
Be surprised and have lunch around the world
Tips from locals
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Maaike - Firma van Buiten
If you want to have a nice lunch and be surprised, the Firma van Buiten is a great place to visit. The Firma employs people with a distance to the labour market who can cook incredibly delicious food!
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Roel - Het Vakwerkhuis
'A good cup of coffee, breakfast, lunch, drinks and everything in between. You'll find it all here in the former boiler house.'
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Lisa - Bombina
'There are lots of tasty lunch options here and if you sit outside on the terrace you also have very nice views of the church.'
Fun for you too! - Want to linger a little longer? This is what you can do after lunch in Delft:
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Browse the best boutiques
From unique concept stores to cosy souvenir shops, Delft is perfect for an afternoon of shopping.
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Discover the atmospheric city centre
Walk your lunch off along canals, squares and hidden courtyards. Delft is full of surprises!
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Visit a museum or workshop
From Delft Blue to Vermeer: delve into the city's art and history.