Looking for a place to have breakfast, lunch, or dinner with the kids in Gouda? You’ve come to the right place!
This is a blog by Kidsproof
Is eating out with kids a hassle? Not at these fun, kid-friendly restaurants in Gouda!
You can feel free to bring your kids here—not only because of the great kids’ menu, but also because you can enjoy a leisurely meal while they keep themselves entertained in the play area or with coloring pages, books, and storytime. These are must-visit restaurants where kids will have a great time, too.
Breakfast, brunch, and lunch with kids in Gouda
Brownies & Downies
At the warm and cozy lunch café Brownies & Downies, you’ll be served by enthusiastic staff members with disabilities, which creates a unique and welcoming atmosphere. Kids can enjoy a special kids’ menu featuring treats like pancakes, grilled cheese sandwiches, and a fun high tea. Finished eating? Then they can head over to the play area, which features a play kitchen and toys. This is also the perfect spot for kids’ parties—from a personalized birthday cake to a fully customized party!
Korte Tiendeweg 15
Barista Café Gouda
Come enjoy breakfast or lunch at Barista Café in Gouda—a great spot for parents and kids alike! With a kid-friendly menu and a cozy atmosphere, this is the perfect place for a relaxing family outing in the city. While you relax and enjoy fresh coffee and treats, your kids can play in the fun play area.
Kleiweg 100
Keck.
Discover Keck. in Gouda: a cozy, kid-friendly restaurant where everyone feels at home. While you enjoy a delicious lunch, the kids can have fun in the play area with toys and coloring pages. There’s a special kid-friendly menu with healthy and tasty dishes just for the little ones. An extra treat: every month, Keck organizes a storytime afternoon full of wonderful stories for the little ones!
Stationsplein 1E
Brunch Boutique
Brunch Boutique Gouda is the perfect way to start your day. In addition to the delicious pastries in the display case, there’s a wide selection of sweet and savory dishes for a delightful brunch, lunch, or cozy afternoon tea. For the kids, there’s a fun play area and books. When the weather is warm, the green and cool terrace in the garden is a wonderful spot!
Zeugstraat 64
Gouda Museum Café
Beneath the beautiful vaulted ceilings of the Museum Gouda’s basement, you’ll find a surprising place to eat. In the cheerful interior of the Museumcafé Gouda, you can settle into one of the comfortable armchairs with a cup of coffee or tea. Or enjoy lunch or high tea with a wide selection of sweet and savory treats. The Little Diva Tea is highly recommended, especially for little divas—and it’s also great for a kids’ party!
Achter de Kerk 14
From breakfast to dinner with kids in Gouda
Crumbs
At Kruim restaurant in Gouda, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner all day long. For the little ones, there’s a kids’ box with tasty and healthy snacks. Children can have a wonderful time playing in the cozy play corner, which is stocked with books, games, and coloring pages. Every Wednesday afternoon, there’s even more fun for kids during storytime at De Chocoladefabriek, where Kruim is located.
Klein Amerika 20
Casa Chow
You’ll find a colorful interior and a tropical vibe at the street food bar Casa Chow. In a relaxed atmosphere, you can enjoy delicious street food, from nachos and sushi to ceviche and rendang fries. Kids can join in on the meal or choose pancakes, grilled sandwiches, fish & chips, or a burger. Meanwhile, they’ll have a great time playing games from the game cabinet.
Markt 31
Gouwestrand
Imagine tables in the sand, a view of the water, and a kitchen that uses local ingredients, prepared in charcoal and stone ovens. That’s Gouwestrand. The kids can run around, build sandcastles, play, and jump on the trampoline at the city beach. There’s a cozy outdoor bar, and even when the weather isn’t so great, there’s plenty of room inside the beautiful restaurant. Tip: take the ferry from downtown!
Gouderaksedijk 36
Dining out with the kids in Gouda in the evening
Pancake Gouda
Enjoy a delicious adventure at Pannenkoe Gouda, the oldest pancake restaurant in the Netherlands! Here, you can feast on delicious pancakes and poffertjes—prepared on an antique poffertjes griddle—while surrounded by old-fashioned charm in this beautiful 150-year-old building. It’s also the perfect location for a kids’ party, with various combo packages such as making your own pancakes, swimming, or going to the movies.
Karnemelksloot 1
Atlantis World Restaurant
Take the whole family on a culinary world tour at Wereldrestaurant Atlantis in Gouda. Here, you can enjoy all-you-can-eat dishes from China, Japan, Italy, South America, and more. Kids can join in the feast at a special children’s rate and also have fun playing in the play area. Choose a 2.5- or 3-hour package and make it a fun family outing!
Elburgplein 3A
Eating Ice Cream in Gouda
David's Gelato
Treat your family to some delicious ice cream at David’s Gelato in the heart of Gouda. This cozy ice cream parlor makes fresh, artisanal ice cream every day in surprising flavors, prepared with fresh milk, as well as delicious sorbets made with crystal-clear water. A perfect stop during a day trip to Gouda’s historic center!
Markt 2 (Café) & Lange Tiendeweg 23 (Gelateria)
