Brasserie in Wijk 05 Oost

They are always smoking, spitting and spreading sun pies in front of the door. These old men give Turks a bad name. Instead of dirtying the street and causing nuisance to local residents by hanging out on the porches, they can also set up a smoking area inside, or walk a little further to the small park along the 2nd Daalsedijk.

We were sent away because the staff didn't like our table, but we were still charged 60 euros before we were allowed to leave for drinks we didn't receive.

Review from 2023: My daughter with a vocational education (MBO) education was not allowed in.

Nestled within the University Library at Drift, this café is nothing short of a haven in the heart of Utrecht, owing much to its outstanding team. Every single team member has always given me very good service and they’re always open for a chat. In view of another review I just read, special mention must be made of the two more experienced ladies on staff: their presence is a cornerstone of the café’s inviting atmosphere and they’re friendly and provide impeccable service. As for certain scathing reviews, such as the regrettable one by ‘Mel Bonnet’, they are entirely unfounded and grossly misrepresent the unparalleled experience offered at Café Lodewijk. One really cannot help but pity such negativity, for it speaks more of the reviewer than of the café itself, which remains a paragon of excellence. I recommend it unreservedly!