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Diner in restaurant d'Olde Smidse in Giethoorn
Restaurant d'Olde Smidse

Dining out in Giethoorn.

Lunch, dinner and drinks with a view of the water.

Welcome to the table

A well-stocked menu, a welcoming atmosphere.

At our restaurant you sit down to a well-stocked menu, a welcoming atmosphere and views over the recreational waterway along the Beulakerweg.

Whether you come for a fresh lunch, a full schnitzel or relaxed drinks at the bar: we make sure you leave satisfied.

For every moment of the day

From morning coffee to late-night drinks.

Lunch in restaurant d'Olde Smidse
Lunch

At the table until 17:00.

Fresh filled rolls, a fried egg dish, toasties, a snack platter or a generous lunch plate. Complete with homemade soup and a good cup of coffee.

Diner met biefstuk in d'Olde Smidse
Dinner

Classics on the menu.

Steak, schnitzel, spare ribs, half chicken and fresh fish. Vegetarian dishes, pizzas, loaded fries and meal salads too. Looking for great value? Choose the 3-course weekly menu or the daily special.

De bar van restaurant d'Olde Smidse
Bar & drinks

Freshly tapped, always good fun.

At the bar we tap our house brand Gulpener and a rotating guest craft beer. We also have an extensive bottled craft beer menu. Perfect for a good conversation or another round.

Terras van d'Olde Smidse aan het water
Terrace

Views over the water.

In the spring and autumn we open the doors wide, in summer you can sit outside all day. With a freshly tapped beer it already feels like a holiday before it begins.

Our specialities

Four dishes that keep our guests coming back.

Our menu is broad, but these are the favourites we serve with pride. Feel free to ask if you can't choose - we are happy to make a recommendation.

Our pride

Schnitzel in 11 varieties.

From classic plain schnitzel to our very own Dick's Schnitzel with fried onions, mushrooms, bacon, satay sauce and a fried egg. A must-try.

Changing weekly

3-course weekly menu

€32,50

Changing weekly, always put together with care. Dining out at great value without compromising on quality.

Midweek favourite

Daily special

€16,50

Quick, tasty and great value. Perfect for a weekday visit.

Fresh in

Fresh fish from the menu.

Salmon fillet with mustard dill sauce or pike-perch fillet with ravigote sauce. Also new on the menu: Fish and Chips.

Allergies and dietary requirements

Just let us know.

Do you have an allergy or a specific dietary requirement? Let us know when reserving and we will take it into account. We are also happy to help with gluten-free or low-sodium options.

Vegetarian

Plenty of choice on the menu.

From a Caesar salad to a vegetarian schnitzel or pizza Margherita: you have plenty of options without meat. Feel free to ask about the daily vegetarian options.

Kitchen opening hours

When you can join us.

Opening hours

The kitchen closes at 19:30. Until then you can order; after that you are welcome to stay and enjoy your meal in peace.

May to AugustOpen every day.
April and SeptemberMonday closed.
October to MarchMonday and Tuesday closed.
Book online

Reserve your table directly online.

Choose date, time and party size. You will receive an instant confirmation by email. Prefer to call? +31 521 361 331.

Ready to join us?

Reserve your table, we take care of the rest.

For a table on Friday or Saturday evening we recommend reserving in advance. You can also call - we are happy to help.

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