This Is the Most Popular Food City in the Netherlands (and No, It’s Not Amsterdam)
Tastes differ, but the numbers don’t lie: Den Bosch is the most popular food city in the Netherlands. According to research by Maxilia, the capital of North Brabant is the ultimate destination for foodies. Based on restaurant density, guest reviews and affordability, ’s-Hertogenbosch leads the ranking, followed by Maastricht and Leeuwarden.
Den Bosch: welcoming restaurants and cafés
Den Bosch combines gastronomy and hospitality like no other. With no fewer than 26.8 restaurants per 10,000 residents, this city has the most restaurants. What’s more, guests rate the quality of its offerings with an impressive average Google review score of 4.34 stars. From cosy Burgundian cafés to innovative fine-dining concepts, the city offers something special for every taste and budget. Besides Den Bosch, the neighbouring province of Limburg also scores very well, with Maastricht.
Top 5 food cities in the Netherlands:
Den Bosch – 100
Maastricht – 98.6
Leeuwarden – 97.5
Middelburg – 93.1
Amsterdam – 93.0
Leeuwarden is the most affordable
Maastricht may not top the list, but with an average score of 4.37 stars, the Limburg capital ranks highest for restaurant reviews. This confirms the city’s culinary reputation. For those who want to eat well on a budget, Leeuwarden is the place to be. With a price indicator of 1.18, the Frisian capital has the most affordable eateries in the Netherlands. Zwolle, on the other hand, turns out to be the most expensive food city, with an average price indicator of 1.98. This is partly due to the presence of the Michelin-starred restaurant De Librije***.
Dutch food culture scores well overall
Even the cities at the bottom of the ranking – Assen, Lelystad and Amersfoort – still score above 4 stars. So there’s nothing wrong with the quality of the Dutch food scene. We may not have a reputation for having the best cuisine in the world, but good food is never far away in our country. Curious about the rest of the results? Click here.
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