On a budget: the best chicken in Leiden

No energy left to cook? We get it, but good food is a must. Never settle for less. That’s why we’ve put together our tips for truly delicious takeaways, the best delivery services and affordable places to eat.

For the best chicken in Leiden, head to Stadsbrouwhuis on the Aalmarkt. Order the half (or a whole one straight away) Breton maize-fed chicken: a plateful of wonderfully tender chicken with an incredible beer sauce. Order a large glass of craft beer with it too, because at Stadsbrouwhuis they brew their own beer, as the name suggests.

On Tuesdays, you can enjoy a changing three-course menu for €22.50, with a matching craft beer. The rest of the menu is simple but good. For example, they have a burger with truffle mayo, satay with fries or a generously filled snack platter if you only want to have drinks. But actually, we invariably go for the chicken every time; a half chicken costs €14.50.

Home-brewed beer

This modern brown café is always packed. The staff are enthusiastic and know everything there is to know about the beers, and are happy to help you choose a tasty one. In the middle of the establishment, there are also large beer tanks where you can see how they brew the beer.

Stadsbrouwhuis
Aalmarkt 1-3F
Leiden

Closed only on Mondays
Reservations: 071 532 76 46