Food, drinks & nightlife
10 great places to have drinks in The Hague
Where can you enjoy drinks in The Hague?
The drink to end the working week, catching up with friends, the aperitif before dinner, to start a night out, it's your cat's birthday; there is always a reason for a drink. And preferably a nice drink at a great location. Discover the best places for drinks in The Hague here.
1 The Old Jazz - Aert van der Goesstraat 7
If you enjoy atmosphere, tasty bites, and great drinks, The Old Jazz is the place to be. With an extensive wine selection offering plenty of options by the glass and its jazzy Art Deco style, it’s the perfect spot to linger over drinks for hours.
At The Old Jazz, you can enjoy drinks and bites in a cozy, atmospheric setting..
2 Grote Markt & Plein
These two squares have been well-known in The Hague for years and are perfect spots for after-work drinks or meeting up with friends before heading out. You’ll find a wide range of cafés with terraces here. While civil servants and politicians tend to frequent the Plein (who knows—you might even bump into a minister), the Grote Markt is mainly popular with creatives and musicians.
On the Plein, you have a fantastic view of the skyline. The Grote Markt is lively until the late hours.
3 Bleyenberg - Grote Markt 10
Do you like having a drink or delicious cocktail with a view? Then Bleyenberg is the place to be. On the roof terrace to be precise. You can also have something to eat here and if you have had enough drinks, you might have courage for some karaoke in the basement!
Bleyenberg's atmospheric rooftop terrace. One of the first rooftop bars in The Hague.
4 Kompaan Binnenhaven - Torenstraat 49
Beer lovers will feel right at home at Kompaan Binnenhaven, the perfect spot for a cozy get-together with drinks, complete with a high-end street food menu. Binnenhaven is the second location of Kompaan, a The Hague-based brewery known for its distinctive local beers.
At Kompaan Binnenhaven, you can enjoy typical beers from The Hague.
5 Dr. Wines - Bazarstraat 42
Ready for a “drink cure”? Then head to Dr. Wines, an approachable wine bar on the lively Anna Paulownaplein. Take the doctor’s advice and enjoy a high wine experience or go for the full treatment (a four-course wine menu). We bet you’ll feel better in no time!
The lively terrace at Anna Paulownaplein makes your drinks at Dr Wines even more enjoyable!
6 PuuRR aan de Binck - Fokkerkade 18
This former paint factory is a stunning industrial setting for a more refined drink. And from the cozy terrace of PuuRR aan de Binck, overlooking the water, you can enjoy your drink even more. You can even dock your boat here—how nice is that!
his unique spot in the Binckhorst is definitely worth a visit—even by boat!
7 Café De Oude Mol - Oude Molstraat 61
In the historic small streets of the Hofkwartier, also known as the Hague's Quartier Latin, sits this small but super cosy café that is often busy until late. This is where locals come to relax on the terrace in front of the door, enjoying a drink, to discuss their day.
Café the Oude Mol in cosy Oude Molstraat beautifully photographed by Marko Mihajic.
8 De Pakschuit - Dunne Bierkade 21
On the atmospheric, historic Bierkade (aka avenue Culinaire), you'll find grand café De Pakschuit. A cosy place with an extensive drink’s menu and super friendly staff. Enjoy your drink and snack on the terrace boat. Can't choose from all those delicious appetizers? Then order the tapas platter. Something tasty for everyone. Highly recommended!
The atmospheric, historic Bierkade where the Pakschuit is moored.
9 Café de Florez - Annastraat 17
Have a drink in Parisian atmospheres? Then café de Florez is the place pour toi. The marble bistro tables and velvet chairs give this bistro a Parisian feel. Enjoy your drinks in chic surroundings, golden-rimmed glasses, top service and delicious bites, you'll feel like you're in Paris. But with Dutch prices!
Un peu de Paris à La Haye
10 De Snoeshaen - Keizerstraat 97
In Scheveningen's historic centre, the Keizerstaat, you will find this cosy café where you will meet many locals. Gin lovers in particular will be delighted by the wide selection of gin in this 'gintoneria'. Be sure to have appetisers with it. How about Bacalao croquettes or eggplant with balsamic syrup?
Gin lovers are in for a treat at De Snoeshaen
More great places for drinks in The Hague
Of course, a top 10 is far too short. There are many more great places for drinks in The Hague.
Local breweries offer cozy tasting rooms where it’s a pleasure to enjoy a drink.
Or how about spending a summer day at one of the many beach bars? With 11 kilometers of coastline, there’s always a spot where you’ll feel right at home.
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