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Where to eat in Heerlen

18 independent restaurants, bakeries and food spots in Heerlen. Chains are left out.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

Where to eat in Heerlen

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    Auberge de Rousch

    Out of the city center, in a former farm house, this luxurious restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, diner, wine tasting, high-tea and even cooking with the chef. It's a beloved wedding venue as well. It is surrounded by lush green, ponds and a lot of geese, a lovely view from one of the dining rooms with large open windows. Check the website for special events. Making a reservation upfront is highly recommended.

    Prices range from €25 to €35

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    Carpe Diem

    A tapas and meze "all you can eat" restaurant. They serve mediterranean dishes and also have a selection of cocktails. The staff is very friendly, and it's usually very buzzing vibe.

    Meal price €19.50, exclusive of drinks

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    Mijn Streek

    The highest restaurant in Heerlen, it's very popular, has good views over the city, and a great outdoor terrace for warm days. The menu is varied, including sandwiches, salads and full diner options, and offers a good number of vegetarian choices. The name "mijn streek" literally 'mining area' refers to the old mining history of the region.

    Tue-Sun 11:00 - 22:30€8-20

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    Mr Wok

    A small restaurant but very good wok take-away food, especially the sauces. Ideal for a meal or a quick snack. You can make your own selection of ingredients, select a sauce and either rice, fried rice (nasi) or noodles (bami). It will be prepared fresh and quickly. There is also enough space to sit and consume your meal.

    €5-20

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    Rhodos

    Traditional Greek-style food. This restaurant has been around since 1987, a staple in the city of Heerlen. It is decorated in typical Greek decor, but has an open vibe. There is a good vegetarian dish with some tasty kritharaki (Greek pasta).

    Wed-Fri 16:30–23:00Around €17.50 for a main course

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    Smulbar Expresse

    For typical fried snacks, this is a good spot to grab some fries and a sausage.

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    Sushi Vandaag

    An all you can eat sushi on the basis of ordering everything via tablet. A large selection of sushi and other Japanese dishes.

    Daily 12:00-15:30EUR 30

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    Visser Chocolade & IJs

    They make chocolate of the highest quality within the store, a great option to get a gift for family and friends. Fresh made ice cream with only fresh ingredients in the summer. Usually there is a terrace setup to sit, though this might be crowded during a sunny day. You can go for a nice walk to the nearby welter pond and see the historic welten district.

    Tue-Sat 09:00-21:00, Sun 11:00-21:00

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    Zafran

    Indian food from the traditional Moghul cuisine. They cook bread, fish, meat and wild in an authentic tandoori oven. The interior is decorated with a hint of classic Indian decor.

    Around €22.50

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    Bagels & Beans

    Bongerd 18

    Mon-Sat 09:00–17:30, Sun 11:00–17:00

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    Broodjeszaak Bufkes

    Mon 10:00–18:00, Tue-Wed 09:00–18:00 Thu 09:00–21:00, Fri 09:00–18:00, Sat 09:00–17:00, Sun 12:00–17:00

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    El Greco

    Greek food.

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    Grand Turquoise

    Wilhelminaplein 7

    Daily 17:00-23:00Around €22.50 for a main course and a drink

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    La Cubanita Heerlen

    Cuban tapas restaurant

    Sun-Thu 17:00–22:00, Fri Sat 17:00–22:30

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    La Veneziana

    Ice cream.

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    Samos Palace

    Greek-style food.

    Meals from €17.50

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    Steakhouse Eldorado

    Selection of beef dishes and other meat-related meals.

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    Toko-Patja

    Indonesian cuisine.

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Heerlen (CC BY-SA 4.0).