Food & Drinks
GLOW HOTSPOTS
Downtown Eindhoven will once again be transformed into a dazzling light spectacle from November 8-15. The city center will shine during The Light, where hundreds of thousands of visitors will walk the shared route. Stroll through the heart of Eindhoven, stopping here and there for a drink and a short break. Or start your evening right and dine at one of our GLOW Hosts.
The GLOW Hosts are restaurants where you can dine, relax, or make a short stop. Explore all GLOW Hosts below and make a reservation to secure your table.
GLOW HOSTS: Restaurants & Bars
Pizza Beppe
Good, authentic food in a relaxed setting? That’s Amore! Pizza Beppe is the first in the Netherlands certified by the Neapolitan “Associazione Verace Pizza Napolitana” (AVPN), which guarantees the authenticity and quality of Neapolitan pizza. By respecting traditional preparation methods, they uphold a centuries-old tradition. They serve pizza as it should be: nothing more, nothing less. Only the best ingredients from Campania are used. Making the dough is both an act of love and a precise process, where every detail counts for the perfect pizza.
View on route
Pizza Beppe
Ikigai
Grand Café De Lichttoren
Experience Grand Café De Lichttoren at its most magical during GLOW! Our iconic former Philips tower shines with a spectacular light projection – one of the absolute highlights along the route. The history of De Lichttoren is still prominently visible and tangible in the grand café. The industrial atmosphere – with high windows, original Philips lamps, vintage radios, and abundant greenery – creates the perfect setting for a delightful dinner in a historic environment. Be surprised by flavorful steaks, fresh fish, pasta, burgers, Mediterranean dishes, and exciting vegan options – all carefully prepared by our kitchen team. For the little ones, we offer a special children’s menu, making it the ideal spot for families as well. Due to the expected crowds, we recommend booking dinner in advance. Prefer to drop by spontaneously for a drink? No problem – our coffee corner and bar area are open all evening for drinks and bites.
Grand Café De Lichttoren
VANE Skybar
VANE Skybar is the hotspot of Eindhoven. A stylish bar with a rooftop terrace that every resident and visitor to the city simply must experience at least once. Soak up the lively atmosphere and take in the breathtaking views over the City of Light and far beyond during GLOW. Enjoy the spectacle from our Skybar Winter Terrace, where you'll find mulled wine, indulgent hot chocolate, and delicious snacks and meals.
VANE Skybar presents VANE Flavours Casual Dining, a menu designed with both locals and international guests in mind. It’s all about great taste without the formality. Not overly elaborate, but still a refreshing escape. The menu has been carefully curated to be creative, approachable, and always flavour-focused.
VANE Skybar presents VANE Flavours Casual Dining, a menu designed with both locals and international guests in mind. It’s all about great taste without the formality. Not overly elaborate, but still a refreshing escape. The menu has been carefully curated to be creative, approachable, and always flavour-focused.
VANE Skybar
Mooie Boules Eindhoven
Mooie Boules Eindhoven is the place where drinks, boules, and delicious food come together. In the lively city center, on the charming Kleine Berg, you’ll step into a colorful venue full of cozy seating areas, lights, plants, and of course: a row of pétanque lanes. Think French ambiance, Eindhoven coziness, and a (competitive) game of boules. Whether you come with friends, colleagues, or a date – your evening here always starts (or ends) with a smile. While playing a lively game of boules, you can order the tastiest street food from Roast Bistro Bar – from juicy smash burgers to surprising vegetarian bites. And the drinks menu? Packed with craft beers, cocktails, and fine wines. It’s not just a restaurant or game spot, but a full experience. There’s also karaoke booths, a games cabinet full of board games, a ping pong table, a foosball table, a dartboard, and much more! Perfect for Friday drinks, birthdays, or team outings where you want more than just a bitterball and a beer.
Mooie Boules Eindhoven
Mainstreet
Dynamo
Down Town Gourmet Market
We are Down Town Gourmet Market. A modern food market in the center of Eindhoven, gathering 21 unique food concepts under one roof. We offer a broad variety of street food, high cuisine, comfort food and authentic dishes from around the world, and combine this with a large variety of drinks, coffee, and quality service. Within our market every kitchen takes pride in serving up a unique cuisine to ensure a large variety of food options. Grab a seat, share, taste, and smile.
Down Town Gourmet Market
‘t Taphuys Eindhoven
‘t Taphuys is a unique grand café/restaurant, perfect for dinner, drinks, and on certain days, lunch! At ’t Taphuys, the focus is on the tap walls featuring 100 beers and 50 wines. Here, you can pour your own drinks and enjoy endless tasting and discovery.
The shared dining menu offers dozens of delicious and diverse dishes to share – perfect for a sociable evening! Of course, you can also simply order a great burger. For drinks, we offer plenty of snack platters and bites. Want to make it really exciting? Each dish comes with recommended beer and wine pairings that you can pour yourself, and we also offer tasting flights.
Alongside the tap walls, the bar serves a full range of drinks and cocktails. On Fridays and Saturdays from 9 PM, a DJ takes over, turning drinks into a lively night out.
Reservations? They’re possible and recommended on weekends or for groups, but dropping in spontaneously is always welcome!
The shared dining menu offers dozens of delicious and diverse dishes to share – perfect for a sociable evening! Of course, you can also simply order a great burger. For drinks, we offer plenty of snack platters and bites. Want to make it really exciting? Each dish comes with recommended beer and wine pairings that you can pour yourself, and we also offer tasting flights.
Alongside the tap walls, the bar serves a full range of drinks and cocktails. On Fridays and Saturdays from 9 PM, a DJ takes over, turning drinks into a lively night out.
Reservations? They’re possible and recommended on weekends or for groups, but dropping in spontaneously is always welcome!
‘t Taphuys Eindhoven
OST Eindhoven
At Restaurant Ost Eindhoven, we combine haute cuisine with a relaxed atmosphere, where refinement and ease go hand in hand. Our philosophy is centered on culinary excellence without formal pressure, allowing guests to enjoy innovative dishes in an accessible setting. As passionate professionals, we embrace circular gastronomy: we work exclusively with seasonal, local ingredients and minimise food waste by creatively repurposing leftovers. This results in dishes that are not only flavorful but also tell a story of sustainability.
Our approach is characterised by a “sharp edge” – from daring flavour combinations to artistic presentation – always with a focus on balancing innovation with familiarity. Guests experience informal enjoyment, with space for discovery and connection, without compromising on quality.
This philosophy was recently recognised by Gault & Millau, which awarded us a score of 12.5 points and ranked us among the top fifteen restaurants in Eindhoven. This accolade underscores our mission: combining culinary craftsmanship with responsible choices, without compromise.
Our approach is characterised by a “sharp edge” – from daring flavour combinations to artistic presentation – always with a focus on balancing innovation with familiarity. Guests experience informal enjoyment, with space for discovery and connection, without compromising on quality.
This philosophy was recently recognised by Gault & Millau, which awarded us a score of 12.5 points and ranked us among the top fifteen restaurants in Eindhoven. This accolade underscores our mission: combining culinary craftsmanship with responsible choices, without compromise.
OST Eindhoven
STR’EAT bars & kitchens
The food & drink hotspot at Strijp-S, where you’ll discover diverse food courts that take you on a world trip. Flavors from all around the globe. Perfect vibes for urban explorers. Enjoy drinks at the bar, plenty of indoor seating, a large outdoor terrace, and free parking!
All under one roof: endless tastes and sensations, open 7 days a week from morning till late! With 3 bars & 10 kitchens to explore — try them all!
Visit the website for more information.
STR’EAT bars & kitchens
Camp GLOW
Camp Glow is the ultimate stopover during the 20th edition of GLOW Eindhoven!
Walking along the enchanting light artworks of GLOW and in need of a break? Drop by Camp Glow on Paradijslaan – the perfect spot to recharge and enjoy delicious treats in a unique festival atmosphere!
Cozy & welcoming
Camp Glow is a charming pop-up hotspot where the smell of waffle lollies, hot chocolate, and “Glow-wine” greets you right away. Think festive lights and a relaxed outdoor vibe – perfect for a short break with friends over drinks and snacks.
Warm drinks & waffle lollies
Craving the now-famous waffle lollies or something refreshing and warm to drink? Camp Glow has it all. Restrooms (with accessible facilities) are also available, making it both a practical and cozy stop.
An official GLOW hotspot
Camp Glow is proud to be an official GLOW Host – a place where visitors come together for warmth, treats, and good vibes. By now, it has become a trusted stop for thousands of GLOW visitors and a highlight along the festival route.
Walking along the enchanting light artworks of GLOW and in need of a break? Drop by Camp Glow on Paradijslaan – the perfect spot to recharge and enjoy delicious treats in a unique festival atmosphere!
Cozy & welcoming
Camp Glow is a charming pop-up hotspot where the smell of waffle lollies, hot chocolate, and “Glow-wine” greets you right away. Think festive lights and a relaxed outdoor vibe – perfect for a short break with friends over drinks and snacks.
Warm drinks & waffle lollies
Craving the now-famous waffle lollies or something refreshing and warm to drink? Camp Glow has it all. Restrooms (with accessible facilities) are also available, making it both a practical and cozy stop.
An official GLOW hotspot
Camp Glow is proud to be an official GLOW Host – a place where visitors come together for warmth, treats, and good vibes. By now, it has become a trusted stop for thousands of GLOW visitors and a highlight along the festival route.
Camp GLOW
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