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Grand Café Hooghoudt

European Bar Snacks, Vegan Items

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the vegan bitterballen and falafel as savory bar snack options.
  • Good to know: Specify vegan clearly when ordering to avoid non-vegan ingredients like mayo.
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  • Enjoy outdoor seating on sunny days at the terrace on Grote Markt.
  • Sweet potato fries with truffle mayonnaise come recommended as a side dish.
  • Expect longer wait times when dining with large groups.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention fries, sandwich and sweet potato chips.

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Also falafel and bitterballen.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and affordable.

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Also praised for generous portions.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Grand Café Hooghoudt presents a classic brown café vibe in a central location on the Grote Markt, popular for lunch and dinner with a wine bar upstairs and outdoor terrace. The menu includes vegan-friendly bar snacks like bitterballen and falafel, alongside traditional European dishes such as carpaccio and tuna sandwiches, with pricing considered affordable for the area. While the venue is welcoming and often busy, guests note variability in staff awareness about vegan needs and a limited coffee menu.

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Grote Markt 42, 9711 LV Groningen, Netherlands

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–23:00
Tuesday
11:00–23:00
Wednesday
11:00–23:00
Thursday
11:00–00:00
Friday
11:00–01:00
Saturday
11:00–01:00
Sunday
11:00–22:00

the food

3.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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2.8 4 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
falafel

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

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

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

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