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
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
Bar & Restaurant Vestdijk47
Vestdijk47 is a lively and welcoming bar and restaurant located in the heart of Eindhoven. With its warm and inviting atmosphere, Vestdijk47 is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.
The restaurant offers a refined and varied menu featuring culinary delights, carefully crafted by talented chefs. From delicious starters to mouthwatering mains and decadent desserts, each dish reflects a passion for gastronomy and a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.
In addition to its outstanding food, Vestdijk47 is also known for its extensive drinks menu. From craft beers and selected wines to exotic cocktails and refreshing mocktails, there is something to suit every taste.
Bar Vestdijk47 is a meeting place for people looking to relax, enjoy good company, and sample high-quality drinks. The skilled bartenders mix the finest beverages with flair and creativity, turning every drink into a true experience.
Whether you’re coming for a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a relaxed evening out with friends, Vestdijk47 offers the perfect ambiance and culinary indulgence. With its friendly and attentive service, you’ll feel right at home. Vestdijk47 is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable gastronomic experience in a vibrant setting.
The restaurant offers a refined and varied menu featuring culinary delights, carefully crafted by talented chefs. From delicious starters to mouthwatering mains and decadent desserts, each dish reflects a passion for gastronomy and a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.
In addition to its outstanding food, Vestdijk47 is also known for its extensive drinks menu. From craft beers and selected wines to exotic cocktails and refreshing mocktails, there is something to suit every taste.
Bar Vestdijk47 is a meeting place for people looking to relax, enjoy good company, and sample high-quality drinks. The skilled bartenders mix the finest beverages with flair and creativity, turning every drink into a true experience.
Whether you’re coming for a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a relaxed evening out with friends, Vestdijk47 offers the perfect ambiance and culinary indulgence. With its friendly and attentive service, you’ll feel right at home. Vestdijk47 is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable gastronomic experience in a vibrant setting.
Bar & Restaurant Vestdijk47
JANZ Eindhoven
Janz – Eindhoven’s Urban Garden
Right in the heart of Eindhoven, you’ll find Janz: a green oasis with a spacious terrace full of plants. It’s the perfect spot for a great cup of coffee and cake, a tasty snack with a craft beer, or a surprising lunch. Our dishes are just that little bit different – with our famous steak sandwich as the all-time favourite.
In summer, it’s the ideal place to sit back with a cold wheat beer in the sun; in winter, you can warm up with a glass of mulled wine in a cosy atmosphere. Friendly, welcoming, and just that little bit different!
At Janz, it’s all about good food that makes us happy. Our kitchen has something for everyone – fish, meat, and vegetarian dishes. We’re especially known for our delicious steak sandwiches at lunchtime and our extensive breakfast menu for those who want to start the day right. Think soft poached eggs, fluffy pancakes, and a variety of toasts with fresh, healthy toppings.
Right in the heart of Eindhoven, you’ll find Janz: a green oasis with a spacious terrace full of plants. It’s the perfect spot for a great cup of coffee and cake, a tasty snack with a craft beer, or a surprising lunch. Our dishes are just that little bit different – with our famous steak sandwich as the all-time favourite.
In summer, it’s the ideal place to sit back with a cold wheat beer in the sun; in winter, you can warm up with a glass of mulled wine in a cosy atmosphere. Friendly, welcoming, and just that little bit different!
At Janz, it’s all about good food that makes us happy. Our kitchen has something for everyone – fish, meat, and vegetarian dishes. We’re especially known for our delicious steak sandwiches at lunchtime and our extensive breakfast menu for those who want to start the day right. Think soft poached eggs, fluffy pancakes, and a variety of toasts with fresh, healthy toppings.
JANZ Eindhoven
Dinner Domes
Dinner Domes are heated glass domes in the heart of Eindhoven, open from November to February. In these atmospheric domes, you can enjoy dinner with friends, family, or colleagues in an intimate winter setting. Each dome is cosily decorated and offers protection from the cold while still letting you experience the vibrant city atmosphere outside. Guests can enjoy a seasonal menu in a unique environment that’s perfect for an evening out or special occasions such as Christmas drinks or a romantic dinner. The Dinner Domes turn the dark winter months into a warm and unforgettable experience in the heart of the city.
Dinner Domes
Thomas Eindhoven
Thomas Eindhoven is a versatile venue located at the start of Stratumseind. Housed in a historic building, Thomas combines a modern look with a creative, colourful interior that immediately catches the eye. During the day, it’s the perfect spot for dinner, drinks, or a cosy high tea. The menu is varied and offers something for everyone – from timeless classics to surprising, inventive dishes.
As the day turns into evening, Thomas transforms into a lively cocktail bar where bartenders showcase their creativity in both classic and innovative drinks. It’s a popular place to meet up with friends or to kick off a great night out.
By night, Thomas becomes part of Eindhoven’s vibrant nightlife. Every Friday and Saturday, DJs take over with an emphasis on house music. This makes Thomas not just a restaurant and bar, but also a club where you’re guaranteed an energetic night out.
With space for hundreds of guests, Thomas is also an excellent location for parties, events, and receptions – a place where food, drinks, and nightlife come together naturally in the heart of Eindhoven.
As the day turns into evening, Thomas transforms into a lively cocktail bar where bartenders showcase their creativity in both classic and innovative drinks. It’s a popular place to meet up with friends or to kick off a great night out.
By night, Thomas becomes part of Eindhoven’s vibrant nightlife. Every Friday and Saturday, DJs take over with an emphasis on house music. This makes Thomas not just a restaurant and bar, but also a club where you’re guaranteed an energetic night out.
With space for hundreds of guests, Thomas is also an excellent location for parties, events, and receptions – a place where food, drinks, and nightlife come together naturally in the heart of Eindhoven.
Thomas Eindhoven
O’Sheas Irish Pub
The best craic in town!
Situated in the heart of Eindhoven, O’Sheas Irish Pub is one of Holland’s first, biggest, liveliest and most famous traditional Irish Pubs. For over 30 years O’Sheas Irish Pub has brought a taste of authentic Ireland, serving traditional Irish food, drinks and live music. With over 20 tap beers, special craft beer menus, a large selection of whiskies, gins and more, we have something for everybody.
Enjoy the best of live sports on our 12 screens. Our music stage is rocking every weekend from dueling pianos to live bands, covering everything from rock to the latest chart music.
O’Sheas is a perfect place to meet old friends or make new ones. If you are looking for a great night on the town, O’Sheas is where it’s happening!
Kick back and enjoy a drink and/or a snack in our beer garden, right on your Glow route.
Where the Glow meets the pour, a Guinness awaits!
Situated in the heart of Eindhoven, O’Sheas Irish Pub is one of Holland’s first, biggest, liveliest and most famous traditional Irish Pubs. For over 30 years O’Sheas Irish Pub has brought a taste of authentic Ireland, serving traditional Irish food, drinks and live music. With over 20 tap beers, special craft beer menus, a large selection of whiskies, gins and more, we have something for everybody.
Enjoy the best of live sports on our 12 screens. Our music stage is rocking every weekend from dueling pianos to live bands, covering everything from rock to the latest chart music.
O’Sheas is a perfect place to meet old friends or make new ones. If you are looking for a great night on the town, O’Sheas is where it’s happening!
Kick back and enjoy a drink and/or a snack in our beer garden, right on your Glow route.
Where the Glow meets the pour, a Guinness awaits!
O’Sheas Irish Pub
Walking Dinner
Enjoy a four-course dinner with a wine pairing in four top restaurants while admiring the artworks of GLOW.
Discover the flavours of Luzt Gastrobar, Restaurant HeyDays, Geronimo Fine Food & Wine, and Restaurant Aprazivel. It’s the perfect evening for both small and large groups – also available for business events! Book your ticket in advance via the website to secure your spot before GLOW begins.
For questions, please contact the organiser: Bertie Klaassen | glow@walkingdinner.com | +31 6 28101638
Discover the flavours of Luzt Gastrobar, Restaurant HeyDays, Geronimo Fine Food & Wine, and Restaurant Aprazivel. It’s the perfect evening for both small and large groups – also available for business events! Book your ticket in advance via the website to secure your spot before GLOW begins.
For questions, please contact the organiser: Bertie Klaassen | glow@walkingdinner.com | +31 6 28101638
Walking Dinner
GLOW SPOTS: outdoor bar and food trucks
Camp GLOW
Camp GLOW is the perfect stop-off during the 20th edition of GLOW Eindhoven!
Wandering along the enchanting light artworks of GLOW and in need of a break? Drop by Camp GLOW on Paradijslaan – the ideal spot to recharge and enjoy tasty treats in a unique festival atmosphere!
Cosy & atmospheric
Camp GLOW is a welcoming pop-up hotspot where the scent of waffle lollies, hot chocolate and ‘Glowwein’ greets you straight away. Picture warm lighting, a relaxed outdoor vibe – perfect for a quick pause with a drink or bite to eat with friends.
Hot drinks & waffle lollies
Whether you’re craving the now-famous waffle lollies or fancy a cold or hot drink, Camp GLOW has it all. Of course, toilets are available too (including accessible facilities), making it both a practical and inviting stop along the way.
Official GLOW hotspot
Camp GLOW is proud to be an official GLOW Host – a place where visitors come together for warmth, atmosphere and refreshments. It has become a trusted stop for thousands of GLOW visitors and a much-loved fixture along the festival route.
Wandering along the enchanting light artworks of GLOW and in need of a break? Drop by Camp GLOW on Paradijslaan – the ideal spot to recharge and enjoy tasty treats in a unique festival atmosphere!
Cosy & atmospheric
Camp GLOW is a welcoming pop-up hotspot where the scent of waffle lollies, hot chocolate and ‘Glowwein’ greets you straight away. Picture warm lighting, a relaxed outdoor vibe – perfect for a quick pause with a drink or bite to eat with friends.
Hot drinks & waffle lollies
Whether you’re craving the now-famous waffle lollies or fancy a cold or hot drink, Camp GLOW has it all. Of course, toilets are available too (including accessible facilities), making it both a practical and inviting stop along the way.
Official GLOW hotspot
Camp GLOW is proud to be an official GLOW Host – a place where visitors come together for warmth, atmosphere and refreshments. It has become a trusted stop for thousands of GLOW visitors and a much-loved fixture along the festival route.
Camp GLOW
Outdoor bar Dynamo
Viet Yam
Houben Worstenbrood
Houben Worstenbrood is Eindhoven’s go-to bakery for traditional sausage rolls, crafting delicious treats according to the authentic family recipe since 1935. What began as a traditional Brabant product has grown into a local institution, recognised in Eindhoven and far beyond.
In addition to the classic sausage roll, Houben now offers exciting variations, such as vegan sausage rolls, chicken sausage rolls, spicy “Vlam” sausage rolls, and refined truffle sausage rolls – all made with the finest ingredients and the same dedication to quality and flavour.
Visitors to the shop at Willemstraat 39 in Eindhoven come not only for the variety of sausage rolls but also for the warmth and hospitality that Eindhoven is known for. This spirit is also reflected in their stylish food truck.
At any time of the day, you can enjoy a Houben sausage roll – for breakfast, lunch, as a snack, with soup in the evening, or even during a stroll through the city, for example while exploring GLOW!
In addition to the classic sausage roll, Houben now offers exciting variations, such as vegan sausage rolls, chicken sausage rolls, spicy “Vlam” sausage rolls, and refined truffle sausage rolls – all made with the finest ingredients and the same dedication to quality and flavour.
Visitors to the shop at Willemstraat 39 in Eindhoven come not only for the variety of sausage rolls but also for the warmth and hospitality that Eindhoven is known for. This spirit is also reflected in their stylish food truck.
At any time of the day, you can enjoy a Houben sausage roll – for breakfast, lunch, as a snack, with soup in the evening, or even during a stroll through the city, for example while exploring GLOW!
Houben Worstenbrood
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