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De Hondekop

European Restaurant, Vegan Dishes

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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the gazpacho or yellow beet dishes which can be made vegan.
  • Good to know: Expect slow service during busy hours, especially for main courses and desserts.
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  • Good to know: Reserve ahead as walk-in seating is often unavailable despite online availability.
  • Enjoy the outdoor seating area for lunch or dinner in good weather.
  • Good to know: Take note that between 15:30 and 18:00 only borrelkart (snack cart) service is available, limiting full menu access.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention apple pie, bitterballen and broccolini.

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Also carrots, bietstuk, burger and fries.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for beautiful interior, cozy atmosphere and friendly service.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Hondenkop is a spacious modern restaurant housed in a former train depot, featuring industrial decor that nods to its history. The menu includes European dishes with a notable inclusion of several vegan options like gazpacho and yellow beet preparations, even if the overall focus remains omnivore. Several reviewers praise its outdoor seating and bakery nearby, though service and menu clarity have room for improvement, with occasional slow food delivery and inconsistent dietary markings.

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Wisselstraat 7, 3551 WG Utrecht, Netherlands

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:30–23:00
Thursday
10:30–23:00
Friday
10:30–00:00
Saturday
10:30–00:00
Sunday
10:30–22:00

the food

3.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.0 2 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Unclear in places
staff
Basic understanding
protein
tofu, beans, mushrooms

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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