De Hoop op d'Swarte Walvis

D’Swarte Walvis is a distinctive restaurant located in the historic heart of the Zaanse Schans, housed in a collection of 18th- and 19th-century buildings that once served as merchant houses, an orphanage and a whaler’s warehouse. This unique setting makes D’Swarte Walvis an attractive destination for international event organisers planning MICE, Congress, Meeting, Incentive, Exhibition and Event programmes that include memorable culinary experiences.

The restaurant’s kitchen serves modern European cuisine with classic influences in a rich historical context. Guests can enjoy artisanal dishes alongside carefully curated wines and shareable options, all prepared with a focus on quality and local ingredients that reflect both Dutch heritage and contemporary tastes.

For seated dinners and group visits, the main restaurant space can accommodate up to approximately 120 guests, making it suitable for large group dinners and structured event dining. In addition, D’Swarte Walvis features a variety of private dining and event spaces that can be tailored to group needs: the Regent’s Room, the Commander’s Room and the Serre offer settings for seated dinners ranging from 10 up to 60 guests, ideal for executive dinners, VIP functions and smaller group experiences within a distinctive historic venue.

With its combination of historical ambience, versatile group capacities and well-executed European cuisine, D’Swarte Walvis stands out as a compelling restaurant choice for event organisers seeking authentic dining integrated into cultural programmes in The Netherlands.