Step into Restaurant Badhuis, where Utrecht’s past and present blend seamlessly inside a beautifully restored corner building from 1927, designed in full Amsterdam School glory by architect Petrus Johannes Houtzagers. Once a bustling public bathhouse—where the bathmaster famously knocked after fifteen minutes shouting, “Dry off, get dressed, hurry up!”—the space has been transformed into a stylish neighbourhood restaurant without losing the spirit of its origin. The original golden letters gleam once again on the façade, the former waiting rooms have become intimate private dining spaces, and the entire interior pays respectful homage to the building’s expressive architectural roots.

The atmosphere is a mix of retro elegance and contemporary comfort: warm brick tones, sculptural lines, soft lighting, and thoughtful details that nod to the building’s history without turning it into a museum. Here, you’re welcome far longer than a quarter hour—stay for a leisurely lunch, a relaxed drink, or a multi-course dinner that changes every three weeks.

The menu offers a carefully curated selection of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes, with plenty of room for dietary wishes, while lunch ranges from simple salads and sandwiches to extended multi-course affairs ideal for gatherings or special occasions. With its large terrace—nearly as spacious as the restaurant itself—Badhuis becomes a sunlit haven on warmer days, perfect for dining outdoors without the need for reservations.

Whether you’re joining with friends, family, or colleagues, the Badhuis team offers group arrangements, private spaces and a setting that feels both grand and welcoming. A historic bathhouse, reborn as a modern dining sanctuary, where the charm of the old meets the comfort of the new.