Culinary journey Harrie van Dam, Global The Hague´s food writer, joined chef Edwin van de Goor of acclaimed restaurant Seinpost on a culinary journey. Together, they assessed each visit to one of the selected restaurants by listing their favourite dishes. Edwin, a 32-year veteran of the restaurant business and the proud recipient of a Michelin star, is just the man to guide Global The Hague´s readers through the various restaurants in the city that specialise in original gourmet fish dishes. |
Mero Eastern Scheldt lobster with bisque and vanilla foam Oosterscheldekreeft met bisque en vanilleschuim
Mero, whose menu is overseen by chef Bas Koppenol, has a sleek, modern look and a sunlit terrace. Service is quick and the staff go out of their way to make guests feel at home. The open kitchen and the view over the harbour add to the restaurant´s charm. Especially recommended: the lobster, which is their speciality.
Vissershavenweg 61 | 2583 DL Den Haag | 070 352 36 00 | www.merovis.nl |
Lemongrass Catch of the day SL-9 Johanna Poached sea bass, fried gurnard, oven-baked red mullet, mackerel a la plancha, Tempura of Dutch squid Garnishing: Korenaar asparagus, sweet potato puree, Zeelandic sea lavender, grilled, king-size black boletus, green peas and sunflower seeds.
The restaurant offers excellent value for money, an impressive selection of wines by the glass, and original dishes prepared with the catch of the day
Lemongrass | Dr. Lelykade 24 | 2583 CM Den Haag | 070-352 02 95 | www.lemongrass.nl
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Simonis Breaded cod fillets with sauce ravigote
Although it has nothing to do with a Michelin star and its interior is far from fancy, you need look no further than Simonis fish shop for the best fresh fish in the area. Edwin gushingly said that they have deep frying down to an art!
Simonis | Visafslagweg 20 | 2583 DM Den Haag | 070-350 00 42 | www.simonisvis.nl |
De Strooper Bouillabaisse of shellfish with the catch of the day and rouille Bouillabaisse van schaaldieren met dagvangst en rouille
Chef Tim Wenkenbach at De Stroper in Voorburg makes a mean bouillabaisse using freshly caught fish.
De Strooper | Kerkstraat 8 | 2271 CS Voorburg | 070 386 86 56 | www.de-strooper.nl |
Seinpost Bread-fried sardines served on tomato, starflower and sea urchin, topped by a sauce of Dutch Opperdoezer potatoes and pureed oyster.
Seinpost likes to use wild fish species in its dishes, including sardines and haddock. The flavours are pure and complex, and the relaxing atmosphere in the restaurant only enhances the dining experience.
Seinpost | Zeekant 60 | 2586 AD Scheveningen | 070 355 52 50 | www.seinpost.nl |
Cap Ouest Two different servings of scampi with baby spinach, curry cream and kataifi 2 bereidingen van langoustines met jonge spinazie, currycrème en kataifi.
Cap Ouest, with chef Henrie v.d Heijden running the kitchen, has a gorgeous, smart design and offers a stunning view over the harbour. Edwin´s personal favourite on the menu are the scampi.
Cap Ouest | Schokkerweg 37 | 2583 BH Den Haag | 070 306 09 35 | www.capouest.nl |
Shirasagi Mackerel marinated in rice vinegar for one hour, served with cucumber, seaweed, Japanese garden cress, sake jelly and pickled radish.
Noted Japanese restaurant Shirasaghi is one of the best of its kind in the region, with Chef Masao Komiyama working his particular brand of magic. The best sushi in town, but Edwin loves to come here for the mackerel.
Shirasagi | Stadhouderslaan 76R | 2517JA Den Haag | 070 346 47 00 | www.shirasagi.nl |
It rains Fishes Warm king crab from the Bering Sea, served with Malaysian black pepper sauce, curry leaves and mango
Edwin lauded It Rains Fishes on Noordeinde, whose chef is Erik Bijsterveld, for its fresh, beautifully presented food, giving a special mention to the fish curry – the best king-crab in town.
It Rains Fishes | Noordeinde 123 | 2514 GG Den Haag | 070-365 25 98 | www.itrainsfishes.nl
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De Dagvisser Butter-fried North Sea sole served with thick chips
With a menu created by chef Richard Pruyn, De Dagvisser offers a variety of basic dishes, with the sole in particular coming highly recommended.
De Dagvisser | Dr. Lelykade 26 | 2583 CM Den Haag | 070-350 05 93 | www.dedagvisser.nl |
Harbour Club Seafood platter | Plateau fruits de mer
The Harbour Club (chef: John van de Put) is a spacious venue with two terraces. This is a place to see and be seen, and the absolute highlight on the menu is the seafood platter.
The Harbour Club | Dr. Lelykade 5-13 | 2583 CL Den Haag | 070-891 32 24 | www.zamen.nl
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Viszooi Roasted cuttlefish with scorched chorizo, candied lime, rouille and spring spices
Viszooi chef Mark Vaessen effortlessly creates one amazing dish after another, fusing a traditional Mediterranean cooking, delicately balanced meat and fish dishes burst with flavour.
Viszooi | Nieuwe Schoolstraat 9 | 2514 HT Den Haag | 070 346 04 11 | www.viszooi.nl |
Les Ombrelles North Sea Crab with crème fraîche, chives and herb salad
Les Ombrelles, where Chef Ton van ’t Hof has run the kitchen for the past twenty-five years, is beloved for its fresh foods and casual atmosphere. One of Edwin´s favourites here is the North Sea crab.
Les Ombrelles | Hooistraat 4 a | 2514 BM Den Haag | 070 - 365 87 89 | www.lesombrelles.nl |
Zo uit de Zee Grilled Coquilles Saint Jacques with pumpkin chutney Gegrilde St.-jakobsschelpen met pompoenchutney
Zo uit de Zee, whose chef is Marko Plat, specialises in pure products and natural flavours, but it´s worth visiting for its unique location on Hooikade alone. Edwin´s dish of choice here is the grilled coquilles, topped with a cream of green peas and butter sauce.
Zo uit de zee | Hooikade 14 | 2514 BH Den Haag | 070-346 26 03 | www.restaurantzouitdezee.nl
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Les Copains Grilled North Sea turbot with mussels and sea lavender
At Les Copains in Delft, chef Eric Ketel will cook you up a fabulous traditional turbot with sea lavender.
Les Copains | Breestraat 8 | 2611 RG Delft | 015 214 40 83 | www.lescopains.nl
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