The Best Local Bars in The Hague

Explore the vibrant bar scene in The Hague. From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Enjoy a wide selection of beers at The Fiddler, unwind with wine and jazz music at Jazz or pair beer with traditional bitterballen at Café Emma. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable evening in the city!

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O'Casey's Irish Pub

Brexit? What's Brexit?

"O'Casey's Irish Pub" in The Hague brings together nations in a way that everyone feels at home. There's an intimate feeling I can't find elsewhere!

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Music

Snacks

Adam

Frick

Apr 7, 2025

Rootz

A mix of hip and historic

"Rootz" bills itself as a cafe and restaurant, but it's also a bar and grill and an intersection of many of the best things The Hague has to offer...

Bars

Adam

Frick

Apr 7, 2025

Het Balihuisje

'Concept' cafe in trendy 'hood

"Het Balihuisje" is The Hague's attempt to keep up with the 21st-century version of urban chic. It aspires to be a hub of creativity as well as a cafe!

Bars

Coffee & tea

Adam

Frick

Apr 7, 2025

Bierspeciaal Cafe de Paas

Beer on a boat

"Cafe de Paas" is my favorite bistro/craft beer pub along the 'Bierkade' in The Hague - it's an old-school oasis of calm in this bustling district!

Bars

Snacks

Adam

Frick

Apr 6, 2025

Kompaan Brewing

Local microbrews

"Kompaan Brewing" in The Hague = high-end barley & hops, sparse design, trendy clientele, full stomach, empty wallet - but you just saved a small business!

Bars

Adam

Frick

Apr 6, 2025

Café Emma

Beer & bitterballen for all

"Café Emma" in The Hague has earned a special place in my heart. It's always a warm welcome, and everyone loves having some beer & bitterballen here...

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Restaurants

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Whittle

Apr 5, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in The Hague

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Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Hannah

Jenny

You?

Marit

Karoline

Adam

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Hannah

Jenny

You?

Marit

Karoline

Adam

O'Casey's Irish Pub

Brexit? What's Brexit?

Adam

Frick

Rootz

A mix of hip and historic

Adam

Frick

Het Balihuisje

'Concept' cafe in trendy 'hood

Adam

Frick

Bierspeciaal Cafe de Paas

Beer on a boat

Adam

Frick

Kompaan Brewing

Local microbrews

Adam

Frick

Café Emma

Beer & bitterballen for all

Hannah

Whittle

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