Bakker van Maanen in Katwijk aan Zee

Delicious bread, good price, friendly people. Hopefully they will stay for years to come.

Unprofessional behavior at Bakker van Maanen Katwijk I walked into Bakker van Maanen in Katwijk, looking for a sandwich and a cup of coffee. At that moment, I was wearing my wolf costume. Not for Carnival. Not as a joke. Just because it is comfortable, warm, and — let's be honest — I love it. And there is nothing strange about that. What is strange, though? That I was laughed at. By the staff. At first, I thought I was imagining it. A smile, a remark, a look. But no — it became increasingly clear. Whispering to each other. Chuckling. Someone said out loud: “What is that person wearing?” Excuse me? Let me make this clear: What someone wears is none of your business as a bakery employee. Especially not if that person simply enters politely, orders calmly, and wants to be treated with respect. I didn't ask for an opinion. I came for a croissant. This kind of behavior is unprofessional, inappropriate, and downright childish. Laughing at a customer because of their clothing isn't funny — it's embarrassing. For you. The service was substandard. I left the croissant untouched. If you can't be treated normally in a wolf costume, what does that say about the people behind the counter? I left the rest of my croissant lying on the sidewalk in front of the intensely overcooked baker Van Maanen. I am never coming back here.

Friendly service, the sandwiches were delicious and the selection of cakes is also not to be underestimated.

Pavé - Excellent sourdough bread

Thanks for the oliebollen, they are delicious, Wilbert.