Where to Eat When You Have the Munchies

Snacks to try

• Patat. Thick Dutch fries, often served in a paper cone with mayonnaise or other sauces.
• Stroopwafel. A thin waffle sandwich with caramel syrup, best when fresh and warm.
• Bitterballen. Crispy fried balls with a soft savoury filling, served with mustard.
• Pannenkoeken. Large Dutch pancakes with sweet or savoury toppings.
• Poffertjes. Small, fluffy pancakes dusted with sugar.
• Haring. Raw herring, a local favourite for the adventurous.
• Kroket. A fried roll with a creamy filling, served hot.
• Dutch cheese. Aged or young, easy to sample at markets and shops.

Where to look

Snack bars, bakeries and market stalls are easy to find in most neighbourhoods. Many coffeeshops sell drinks and snacks, and some have a small menu. Ask staff what they recommend.

Tips

• Eat something before you use cannabis, and again afterwards.
• Drink water as well as sweet drinks.
• Plan ahead, since many places close early in the evening.
• Have a small snack on you, in case the munchies strike between stops.

Sweet or savoury?

Pancakes, poffertjes and stroopwafels cover the sweet side, while patat, bitterballen and kroketten cover the savoury. Many people like to mix both. Sharing a few small dishes lets you try more without overeating.

Dietary needs

Vegetarian and vegan options are easy to find in the city. Ask about ingredients if you have allergies.

Cakes and edibles

Be careful not to confuse ordinary cakes with cannabis edibles, and never eat food you are not sure about. Read space cake safety.

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