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Refreshments at ARTIS

At ARTIS, there are a number of restaurants and cafés where you can enjoy great food and drinks. Each venue has its own concept and range of delicious sustenance.

Planetarium Café

Enjoy a cup of coffee and a slice of apple pie before taking a journey through the universe at the ARTIS-Planetarium.

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De Waterkant

Exterior of restaurant De Waterkant in ARTIS Zoo

Enjoy your lunch with views of the lions, zebras and reticulated giraffes.

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De Bakkerij

Terrace and facade of the bakery in ARTIS Park

Drop in for a slice of warm banana bread, tasty sausage rolls and delicious coffee.

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Het Kleine Lokaal

Employees laughing in Het Kleine Lokaal

Drop into Het Kleine Lokaal, located inside the Groote Museum.

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't Frietkot

Exterior of 't Frietkot by the gibbon enclosure

Stop by for fresh fries at 't Frietkot, right next door to the buff-cheeked gibbons.

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The Serre

outside of restaurant De Serre in ARTIS Zoo

At the heart of ARTIS Zoo is a greenhouse in which fresh dishes are prepared using herbs from the garden.

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Café-restaurant de Plantage

Inside at cafe-restaurant De Plantage

Café-restaurant de Plantage is located in the Ledenlokalen heritage building, on the Artisplein.

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If you’re planning to visit ARTIS with a large group, then we recommend booking a package deal.

Package deals for groups 

Experience a unique day with your group at ARTIS Zoo. You can choose from a variety of package deals, ranging from a luxury sit-down lunch to a pleasant picnic in natural surroundings. The package deals are available on weekdays for groups of eight to 40 people.

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Nature-conscious choices

ARTIS has an entirely vegetarian menu, which saves on water and resources. The use of other animal proteins has also been reduced wherever possible, such as in the poffertjes, which are vegan. Smart scales help reduce food waste by adjusting the supply. Through these measures, the catering industry is able to help contribute to a sustainable future!

Vegetarian gyros sandwich

Dispose of disposable plastic

Because ARTIS is committed to plastic reduction, your meal will be served on china at the restaurants. You can bring your own cup or container to takeaway locations such as De Bakkerij and 't Frietkot. Drinks are available in cans or PET bottles, and by discarding these in the PETman rubbish bin, you’ll be supporting conservation projects!

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bowl of soup

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my own food?

Yes, of course! Please note, however, that you may not feed the animals at ARTIS Zoo. They receive all of their food from the keepers. 

Are provisions made for allergies?

The staff will be happy to help you with any questions you may have about allergens. However, because the kitchens work with many different products, there may be traces of allergens in the food. If you feel that this is too high a risk for you to take, please feel free to bring your own food to the zoo.

Can I reserve a table in the restaurants?

Unfortunately, it is not possible to reserve tables in the catering venues at ARTIS.

Can I order food for a large group in advance?

Yes, there are package deals available for groups of eight to 40 people on weekdays.

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