Lot en de Walvis

Leiden


The name translates as 'little things mean a lot', but it's not the little things that make this cafe in the handsome 1889 De Volharding warehouse a Leiden hotspot – rather, it's the sun-drenched terrace at the water's edge, friendly staff and excellent food (such as quinoa and pomegranate salad, garlic- and lime-marinated cod burgers, or grilled sirloin with beech-mushroom sauce).

Breakfast is served all day Monday to Saturday; book in advance for the hugely popular buffet 'recovery' breakfast (€15) on Sundays from 9am to noon.

Kids' dishes, such as pancakes with blueberry compote or grilled fish with veggies, cost €9 to €14.50.