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Category Archives: Restaurants
Rauw – Vegetarian Cafe in Sittard
Rauw is located near the corner where Hema and V&D meet in Sittard. This all vegetarian and mostly vegan cafe has a lot to offer in its small footprint. They have all of the usual cafe offerings for coffee and tea, … Continue reading
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Tagged cafe, restaurant, Sittard, vegan, vegetarian
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Aquis Plaza – Aachen Mall
There’s a new mall in town. Aquis Plaza is a 3 story indoor mall that has opened near Aachen’s city center. There are over 90 shops and 20 eateries, so there is plenty of variety. Here are some highlights. TK Maxx … Continue reading
Cafe Bagett – Heinsberg
Cafe Bagett is just off of the main shopping street in Heinsberg. As you might expect from the name, the main fare here is sandwiches. Warm baguettes, cold baguettes, tosties, and salads are all on the menu, which you can view … Continue reading
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Tagged cafe, Heinsberg, restaurant, sandwich
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Happy Italy – Kerkrade
This restaurant suggestion was given by a fellow blog reader. Click here to find out how you can contribute to HereAtGK. Happy Italy is a fast Italian restaurant located in the Leisure Dome complex in Kerkrade. It would make a great place … Continue reading
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Peter’s Irish Pub – Maastricht, NL
Tucked in the corner of Maastricht’s Markt square is Peter’s Irish Pub, a cozy restaurant and bar with plenty of character. I’ll admit that my main reason for going was their advertized weekly trivia night, which happens every Monday, 8pm-11pm. … Continue reading
Hello Fresh – Food Delivery Service in Germany
Convenience and variety of meals is the name of the game for Hello Fresh. The company is located in several countries now, including the U.S., Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. If you just want to get a feel for what … Continue reading
La Place Cafe
You’ve probably seen people enjoying coffee and cakes inside the Dutch department store, V&D. This is actually a separate company that is linked with V&D called La Place and it is one of my favorite places to eat. The cafeteria … Continue reading
Eisparadies Penners- Ice Cream in Tuddern
This ice cream cafe is a staple for many of us residing in the Selfkant region, but remember, Tüddern is just across the border from Sittard, so don’t let the distance be a deterrent from visiting at least once. Eisparadies … Continue reading
Cafe Rekko – Maastricht
Along the row of restaurants in Vrijthof square in Maastricht is a cafe that we go out of our way to visit. We usually visit on Sundays for their Ontbijt (breakfast). For € 8.50, you get croissants, bread, baguettes, (along … Continue reading
Taste of India and Grenzenlos Restaurants, Tüddern
After much anticipation, the owner of Romas has opened the doors to his new restaurant. The building is located in the Tuddern shopping center just past the car wash. There are about 4 parking spots in the front of the … Continue reading
Bisschopsmolen – Flour Mill and Bakery – Maastricht
Located close to the Vrijthof Square is this original flour mill and restaurant. Although it can be much simpler to grind wheat in a more advanced setting, this company prefers to use its centuries old water mill to grind the … Continue reading
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Tagged bakery, bread, flour, mill, pastries
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Taart – High Tea in Maastricht
Recommended by a German friend, I set up a tea date with two friends. If you have never had high tea let me explain the basics. Although once a working persons “Afternoon Tea” it has since been adapted to mean … Continue reading
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Tagged girls day, high tea, quiche, taart, tart, tea, tee
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Kasteel Limbricht – Limbricht NL
Located a short drive from GK is the Kasteel Limbricht. Although today it is used as a restaurant, bowling centre, and overall tourist destination, it was once a beautiful fortress. From In Your Pocket Guide: The current building, which was … Continue reading
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Tagged bowling, castle, group bowling, group dinner, group parties, moat
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Ich & Dich – Sittard
This restaurant in the market square is sometimes overlooked but it’s definitely worth a try. Their menu is mainly sandwiches, but soups, salads, and a few tapas are also available. The soups were a favorite of people who were sitting … Continue reading
Zum Goldenen Einhorn – The Golden Unicorn- Aachen
Located in one of the many beautiful and historic buildings surrounding the Aachen Cathedral is Sum Goldenen Einhorn. This translates into the Golden Unicorn. The building was once the horse stables for the town center and the restaurant plays off … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen, German, Restaurants, Things to do
Tagged Aachen, Cathedral, eat, food, Market, restaurant, square, where to eat in Aachen
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Leisure Dome – Movie Theater, Bowling, Mini-Golf, Play Place in Kerkrade
A new entertainment complex has opened up in Kerkrade and it has something for everyone. Here’s a summary of what they have to offer. JT Movie Theater – This theater boasts the largest movie screen in South Limburg. There are … Continue reading
Posted in Adults, Kids, Open Sunday, Rainy day items, Restaurants
Tagged bowling, golf, kids, Movie, play, play area, play place
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Waldschänke – Selfkant
Waldschänke is my favorite German restaurant in the area. Their menu isn’t as extensive as some other restaurants, but they excel in what they do have. Their Rahm sauce is delicious and they have homemade croquettes. Most dinners come with … Continue reading
Asian Cash and Carry – Market
From our reader Mary: There is another great Asian market in Landgraaf called Asian Cash & Carry. It’s a big store that I can even take my stroller comfortably into and the parking lot is big as well. It’s pretty … Continue reading
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Toko Lim–Asian Market
I am always just one ingredient shy of the perfect recipe. Especially when it comes to Asian food. However, on a recent trip out to Sittard, a friend showed me the place to go!Toko LimRijksweg Zuid 2A, 6131AN Sittard031 – … Continue reading
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Gasthof Peters – Höngen
Gasthof Peters is a traditional German restaurant with loads of character. All kinds of farming and kitchen tools hang from the ceiling of the historic building and a huge fireplace dominates one of the dining areas. The menu offers a … Continue reading
Heinsburger
If you’ve been craving big juicy burgers, we’ve found a new place for you to try. The restaurant is fairly new to Heinsberg, but it has already had quite a few rave reviews in the Facebook community. I have to … Continue reading
Haus Hamacher – Gangelt Restaurant
A beautiful restaurant and delicious place to eat, you’ll enjoy a nice dinner out. They have some unique menu options including a Greek schnitzel where they put tzatziki sauce on your schnitzel! (It was heaven!) We loved our experience so much that we are actually … Continue reading
Simla – Indian Restaurant in Sittard
If you have been craving Indian food, this is the place to go. They have a wide variety of dishes available (listed on their website), including vegetarian options. The dishes will come as Dutch non-spicy unless you request for it … Continue reading
De Pannekoekenbakker – Pancake House in Thorn
After hearing rave reviews about the pancake house in Thorn, we finally made our way there on a Sunday morning. Pancakes seem to be a Dutch tradition, especially for children’s birthdays. The pancakes are as big as the plate and … Continue reading
Alter Bahnhof in Gangelt
We recently visited this new restaurant in Gangelt with a few friends. They serve the usual drinks: beer, coffee, tea, wine and soft drinks. Their menu is varied with giant salads, paninis, a ton pancake options (savory and sweet) and … Continue reading
De Trechter Cafe – Sittard
If you’re looking for a lunch option in the Sittard Markt at a similar price point as Bagels & Beans, this is your cafe. De Trechter is a good sized cafe, located next-door to the oldest building on the square. … Continue reading
Früh Brewery in Cologne
Früh is one of many Kölsch breweries in Cologne. A list of all of them can be found here. The Früh Brauhaus is located less than a block away from the Dom (and across the street from a Starbucks), making it … Continue reading
Pizza Hut – Dusseldorf and Cologne
PIZZA HUT!!!! A slice of the American (pizza) Pie….. What more can I say about this place? The pan pizzas are just like at home (there is also an Italian and Cheesy Crust option). You can get actual pepperoni pizza … Continue reading
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Barbarella Cupcake Cafe – Aachen
An adorable cafe of pink and white, Barbarella is the perfect place to sit with the girls and chit chat. Any girl from age 2-100 will adore the delicious options for cupcakes and the sweet and fun atmosphere. The cupcake selection … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen, American, German, Ice cream
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Casa Leonardos
A superb Italian experience, this should be on your list of places to eat. This is an upscale restaurant in the center of Gk and is a mouth watering experience. I have had the pizza and dessert and my husband went for … Continue reading
Pannenkoeken & Meer – Maastricht
This was my first experience with Dutch pancakes. The pancakes are larger and flatter than traditional American pancakes and the toppings are quite a bit different. Mine had ham, onions and cheese on it and ended up tasting more like … Continue reading
Füchschen Altbier Brauerei in Düsseldorf
Altbier is typical of Düsseldorf, just like Kölsch beer is unique to Köln. There are several breweries in Düsseldorf where you can try it right out of the barrel. Füchschen is one of four breweries in the Altstadt, the others being … Continue reading
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Tappas Sittard
Tapas! How can you say no? We recently went here with friends and got to try a little bit of everything. My hubby and I split a tapas feast for 2 while our friends ordered À la carte from the menu. It was a fun … Continue reading
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Ristorante-Pizzaria Roma in Tüddern
Roma’s is a small restaurant on the main drag through Tüddern. There is seating inside and out back on the patio. They will take To-Go orders and have English menus for you to use. Roma’s offers schnitzel, a gyro plate, … Continue reading
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Tagged Indian, Italian, Pizza, restaurant, Tuddern
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Ocean Wok Paradise- Sittard
Located in Sittard, the Ocean Wok Paradise is a moderately upscale Asian Buffet. If you go right near opening hours the atmosphere is perfect. They only serve dinner, however do offer take-out at lunch time. The atmosphere is what I … Continue reading
Restaurant Palladion – Greek food in Aachen
Can you say YUMMY?!? A friend and I went to this Greek Restaurant and ate outside with a wonderful view and excellent service. Don’t bother asking for ketchup though because that doesn’t exist here. LOL I ordered a schnitzel and was very pleased with … Continue reading
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Yumi All you can eat! – Japanese Sushi & Grill Restaurant, Sittard, NL
Yumi is located in the Sittard Centrum next to Thaiphoon and is an “all you can eat” Sushi restaurant. This was a wonderful place to eat and we adored the view of the Sittard Centrum. Compared to other sushi places we’ve tried, … Continue reading
El Greco, Greek restaurant, Stahe
Offering Greek fare right on the B-56 in Stahe, the El Greco Griechisches Restaurant is a very popular place among the locals. We live just a minute from the front doors of this restaurant and see the parking lot full almost every night. The … Continue reading
Eiscafe Peters -Huckelhoven
One of the largest Eiscafes I’ve seen, this place is a treat. A large menu and a friendly staff made this a fun and delicious place to try. Both the indoor and the outdoor area are large enough for groups. … Continue reading
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Thaiphoon – Restaurant – Sittard
Owned by the people that brought us Thai Garden, this restaurant is located right in the heart of Sittard’s Center. There is plenty of seating inside, but the thing that Thaiphoon has over Thai Garden is that you can sit … Continue reading
Sausalitos – Restaurant – Aachen/Cologne
I’ll concede that it’s not authentic mexican food I’ve ever had (I lived in Tucson for almost a decade before GK so I know what authentic mexican is! YUM). However, after eating at SEVERAL “mexican” restuarants, I have found this … Continue reading
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Sashimi – Sushi in Maastricht
A higher end sushi restaurant, this sushi place will delight your tongue. With the option of all you can eat sushi, you can do up to 4 rounds per person with 5 items each round. The menu of items included … Continue reading
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Hellas – Greek Restaurant, Ubach-Palenberg
If you need a gyro or something of that variety, Hellas is a great place to eat in or do pick up. It’s got a good amount of seating and is a nice place to stay and eat so my … Continue reading
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Jabusch German restaurant, Geilenkirchen
Jabusch is a great restaurant in the middle of the market place of Geilenkirchen. It serves fabulous and reasonably priced German fare. The restaurant itself is quaint with an outside eating place that serves as a great place to view the … Continue reading
Eis Brustolon
I love ice cream. This is my second favorite place locally and it beat out many taste tests from all over the area. My favorite is the Snickers, but pretty much anything you order is gonna be to die for. … Continue reading
Cafe Alte Ziegelei – Burgers and Ice cream
The best burger you can probably find in 100 miles, this is as American as you can get. Yep, your new favorite place to eat! I found this place to be not only appealing to my taste buds, but even … Continue reading
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Thai Garden- Thai food restaurant, Sittard, NL
This is one of my favorite things in this world. I love thai food and it is especially delicious here! They serve it mild so if you want it spicey, you need to let them know when you order it. … Continue reading
Cam Nguyen – Asian Restaurant, Geilenkirchen
Near the heart of Gk is a small and eloquent Asian restaurant that has become popular with many of my friends. I have eaten here several times and found it to be clean and reasonably quick with the food. This restaurant offers an English menu. … Continue reading
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Biker Ranch
My husband and I love two things in life: 1) our motorcycle 2) food… If you enjoy these too, take a ride and check this place out. It was inexpensive, but extremely delicious food. We spilt the cheese, ham, and … Continue reading
El Dorado Steakhouse
The El Dorado is a traditionally upscale restaurant in the Market Place of Heerlen. It is located on the Pancratiuspleen court next to a nice Korean restaurant. The fare was an authentic Argentinean steak house type. You must walk up … Continue reading
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