Restaurant De Houtzagerij in Otterlo

Just a nice restaurant with a good menu. Check the website for all info.

We had made a reservation for drinks for 20 adults and a few kids. A package deal was agreed upon in advance. Unfortunately, the package deal did not work out very well. Half of the apple pie was still frozen. Appetizers that had been discussed beforehand had to be asked for. Empty glasses remained on the table. In short, there was little attention paid to us. Fortunately, the kids did have a wonderful time playing.

Not recommended if you have special requests. We had to eat lactose-free, but the wait staff weren't really willing to help; I was told to just order a salad (I was with a toddler...). Eventually, I googled it myself, made my choice, and clearly stated it was lactose-free, so without cheese. Then, we received the meal—yes, completely covered in melted cheese... no apology or anything. I got the feeling they mainly found me annoying.

For a campsite, it is a nice place to eat; there are plenty of options, even with children, and dogs are allowed too.

Picked up fries and snacks here. I don't think I've ever had fries before in my life where you had to scrub the salt off to make them edible. There was just a layer of visible salt on part of the fries. I can only hope this was an accident and not the norm.

The food was tasty, the spareribs nice and tender. Unfortunately, it wasn't visible on the internet that the restaurant is located in a holiday park. So, you end up sitting on the terrace surrounded by screaming children and looking at half-naked people around the swimming pool. At a table next to me, a stocky man was also eating shirtless. This certainly put off my appetite a bit.

Small portions, the satay was tasty, the hamburger had little flavor (not recommended). We had to ask for more fries twice because there weren't enough. Service was non-existent or barely present after the food was brought.

We had made a reservation well in advance, on our first evening on vacation there. We were seated between a fairly large family, somewhat tucked away in a corner. Despite the friendly family, we felt tucked away ourselves. We walked to the bar several times to order drinks because no one came to us. The drinks also ended up on the other family's table once. Furthermore, we only had someone come to our table once to take our food order. After that, we had to wait a very long time again (reservation was 17:45, we had food around 19:30); food from 3/4 of our group was fine, but one was cold. This gave us the impression that our order might have gone partly to another table. The service felt very disorganized in general. All in all, an evening that was too long with too little result. Unfortunately, we won't be going back.

The food was delicious. Relatively expensive. The pool is right next to it, which makes it a bit noisy. But otherwise it's okay.

The food was fine, good portions. Went because of the playgrounds for the kids. Unfortunately, left with an injured child... his lower back was scraped open on the indoor slide. We did get a cloth with ice from the staff, but the atmosphere was definitely down.

We had a good and delicious meal for an affordable price. Children can have fun playing in their kids' paradise. The staff speaks English but is very friendly!

I was invited by my in-laws to have a nice meal here, but we should never have ordered bread rolls beforehand; the kitchen treated this as an appetizer for the whole table. The children at the table were not taken into account at all; instead of a round on the house, we received an apology they could barely bring themselves to say. We sat waiting for our main course for over an hour, and then they forgot one as well; it was an unpleasant experience, even when you have to wait for plain water from a tap and then just go get it yourself from the restroom. I'd rather not go back.

Staff do not take bottles away due to wasps. The man was able to return them himself. Our service was okay though. Good coffee.

We were already present before 6:00 PM with 4 small children and 4 adults. After several guests who arrived later than us had long since finished eating, we asked several times if we might have been forgotten. At 7:00 PM, the food for 7(!) people was brought. When everyone was almost finished and after asking twice, plate number 8 finally arrived. According to the staff, it was very busy(!) After we had filled two glasses of water ourselves at the toilets, the ordered carafe of water was actually brought as well. With an occupancy of 35% tonight, that does not bode well for the rest of the summer.

The food was fine, and the service was okay too, but it was just a shame that the wait staff spoke hardly any Dutch or very broken Dutch.

We had a delicious 3-course dinner that was tasty and affordable. On the last day of our vacation, we had lunch at the restaurant; it was delicious. The service was nice; despite it being busy, they still managed to have a chat, albeit in English, but very friendly. We will definitely be back.

Had coffee, it was good but way too expensive for a restaurant at a campsite!

Good and fast service But we also had a delicious meal. Because there is an indoor playground and the snack bar attached, it was a bit noisy. But not disturbing.

Here's the corrected version: I got the spicy chicken sandwich. Unfortunately, the chicken wasn't cooked fresh — it tasted like it had been microwaved. The sandwich was bland and not to my liking. Their cappuccinos are great, but I won't be dining here again.

The food was fine. The service left something to be desired; it took a terribly long time to be served. But once things were running smoothly, it was excellent. Downside: English-speaking staff.

Good service, tasty food, and a good portion. Definitely recommended.

We had a delicious meal. We had the 3-course dinner via Social Deal. Our children enjoyed the indoor and outdoor playgrounds.

We had a super delicious and generous meal there using Social Deal. Unexpectedly good food and plenty of choice. It was quite quiet, so we could talk and enjoy ourselves. Very friendly service and large portions. Spacious and plenty of parking nearby. Highly recommended!

We were here with our family on Easter Sunday. They had prepared a lovely brunch; it was very extensive and super tasty. Compliments on the nice day! We will definitely be back next time! Regards, Ivo Nijenhuis

Considering that the restaurant is located within a holiday park, it would be nice if it was in line with the needs of the people staying there. All the tables were reserved for guests who mostly came from outside the park, while we had to look for a restaurant outside. Maybe they just need to increase the capacity and the friendliness of the staff.

Had a fantastic first experience at De Houtzagerij. The food was super tasty and served quickly. Top waitress Indy made the evening complete!

A wonderful restaurant. Great ambiance, delicious food, and above all, exceptionally friendly staff. Very attentive and kind to children, and a relaxed, yet attentive atmosphere. Highly recommended!

We enjoyed the restaurant and its playgrounds this afternoon and evening. The menu is extensive, and the children's menu offers plenty of choices. The atmosphere is lovely, the service is friendly, and the food is delicious. Definitely worth the money. Children can have fun at the small petting zoo, in the outdoor or indoor playground. Board games are also available.

We had a 3-course meal with a Social Deal voucher. And thanks to that, the meal was food value (drinks not included). The food overall was good, however it was very salty. Overall the service was helpful and friendly.

A lovely restaurant with both indoor and outdoor playgrounds. Perfect for families with children. Large parking lot and three disabled parking spaces are available almost right outside.

I ordered onion soup and a carpaccio sandwich. The soup was good, but I didn't like the bay leaves that were still in it. The carpaccio sandwich wasn't a roll, but two slices of bread. That's not as tasty if you're expecting a crispy roll. The location is nice and atmospheric. The staff is friendly.

Had a delicious meal, highly recommended...

We enjoyed an excellent dinner with a social deal. It was more inviting than I remembered; I thought it was more plastic and long tables. Perhaps that has been adjusted. Smaller tables are also available. A very sweet waitress. But most importantly, the food: large portions and good quality. One oversight was promptly resolved. The challenging play area is a big plus for children who don't want to stay at the table all the time. The only point of concern was the restrooms. The entire hall smelled unpleasantly of sewage, as had happened on a previous occasion.

After a weekend getaway, 13 of us dined here. The food was delicious, prepared with care; the fries could have been a bit less. The waitress was very friendly and helpful. If we're ever in the area again, we'll definitely be back. We highly recommend it.

A cozy restaurant, especially for families, thanks to the indoor play area. Unfortunately, only one vegetarian main course, so one star was deducted.

Cozy, careful with allergies, friendly.

I went here last weekend with a friend and her children. It's a great restaurant for lunch with kids. The kids can have a blast in the fantastic playground, both indoors and outdoors. Why 4 and not 5 stars: the food was just fine. Nothing special. There's very little choice for vegetarians. It would be nice if they added one or two more options for a bit more variety. In short: if you're coming with small children who can play on their own and just want something simple like an "uitsmijter" (fried sandwich), it's perfectly fine!

The Houtzagerij lacks a great atmosphere. The plastic chairs are dirty, damaged, and uncomfortable. The table wasn't clean, nor was the menu. There was unpleasant music playing, as if the sound was a wood saw. They made allowances for one person with a milk intolerance. Nothing was mentioned, but a separate container of fries was included. The others received fries and a salad with what appears to be a milky sauce. The staff wasn't enthusiastic and seemed uninterested. The food was mediocre and overpriced for what you get. The restrooms were extremely dirty, so the question is, how is the hygiene?

We had lunch here; the food was excellent and the service was good. The building is quite open, probably to accommodate a large crowd during peak season, but that didn't enhance the atmosphere, in my opinion.

For us, it was a convenient place to gather for an afternoon. Situated on a holiday park with ample parking, including electric cars. There's both an outdoor and indoor playground, which is great fun for the kids! Unfortunately, the staff wasn't very enthusiastic on the Sunday afternoon we visited De Houtzagerij. The (mostly) English-speaking service was unwelcoming and very slow. If we hadn't taken action ourselves, we would have left dehydrated. The drinks and snacks were delicious.

During our walk, we popped into the campsite to grab our hiking fries at the Houtzagerij restaurant and snack bar. Very tasty fries and... just vegan mayonnaise. Excellent 👌🏻🌱. When we asked, they told us the mayo was from Oliehoorn. We sat there for a while. A great spot for people camping, but also for hikers who are hungry. Recommended. Very friendly service.

Delicious apple pie and coffee, nice service👍

We spent a long weekend at Wije Werelt, just to get some fries from the snack bar one evening. The fries were barely cooked through, which was a shame, so the food wasn't enjoyable 🤨. So the next day we went looking for something in Otterlo itself.

Ordered a chicken schnitzel and satay with fries, which was just fine. It was a cozy atmosphere by the pool and on the terrace.

A great restaurant with good food and a nice children's menu. From the terrace or the first tables inside, you have a good view of the playground, where the children can play to their hearts' content. There's also a fun indoor playground with climbing frames and slides. We received excellent service and were able to move without any problems when we ended up sitting in the bright sun. The restaurant is located on the Europarcs grounds, so the children also had a great time dancing with the entertainment team. Thanks!

We hebben tijdens ons verblijf in de Wije Werelt een aantal keren gegeten in dit restaurant. Het eten is prima. Het restaurant is ook zeer kindvriendelijk. Kinderen zijn van harte welkom en voor hen is er ook een aangepast menu.

Great place to eat with kids, rain or shine.

There was a nice atmosphere last year as well.

We were allowed to camp at De Wije Wereld for almost a week. On the first evening, we opted for a quick bite to eat at the restaurant. After waiting 15 to 20 minutes at a table outside, we went inside to ask if someone could take our order. Because the staff spoke English, something went wrong right away with the drink order! After another 20-minute wait, we were finally able to order our food! The portions were rather small considering the price. We had a small bowl of water with the color of mushroom cream sauce, so thin and inedible. The mayo for the fries came in a paper thimble. Bacon, onion, and mushrooms were also ordered with a schnitzel. I was glad we were sheltered from the wind, otherwise the four bacon strips would surely have blown away. All in all, a very disappointing experience at the lumberyard, and as others have written in their reviews, it would certainly be a good idea to employ staff who at least make an effort to look like they enjoy their work. And don't just walk past people or ignore them when they're waiting to place an order... We even tried ordering a soft serve ice cream from the adjacent takeaway, but after waiting 10 minutes, we walked out without one!... So we got one from the shop, and believe it or not, it was closed!!!! It was already 3:08 PM, and the shop closes at 3:00 PM! Unbelievable.

Had a delicious lunch this afternoon, excellent food, reasonably priced, and very tasty. Pleasant atmosphere and good service. In short, highly recommended.

Friendly staff, delicious coffee and cake, terrace and restaurant.

Delicious pizza and burgers. The staff could have been friendlier; they had trouble juggling tasks simultaneously (e.g., taking and serving drinks). Wet tables weren't dried. Drink prices were quite expensive.

It was a lovely evening and we wanted to eat outside. However, we were told that this wasn't possible that evening and we had to sit inside. The staff only spoke English and (once again) didn't feel like working. That was obvious. The prime rib was truly delicious. The pizza (and it arrived a good ten minutes after the other diners, who had to wait) was burnt. The crust was brown and black, so you could smash a plate. We explained why three-quarters of the pizza was left behind, but received no response. Such a shame. The prices are fine. The side dishes are also good in terms of portion size. Overall... difficult to judge. Why? Because the staff ruins the atmosphere, making you not want to come back. And that's a real shame. You shouldn't want this.

The food was good, the service was a bit slow. Still, it's a nice restaurant.

The food was very good. The staff was very friendly. Highly recommended.

Great service (smooth) and tasty

Zonder te reserveren zijn we hier wat gaan eten. Het was redelijk druk. We mochten plaatsnemen aan een grote tafel of wachten op een kleiner tafeltje. We kozen voor het laatste en konden zolang wachten de lounge ruimte. Toen we onze drankjes kregen, stond ons tafel klaar. Bediening was vlot en vriendelijk (wel veel mensen die geen Nederlands spraken) en ons eten stond snel op tafel. Verwacht van het eten geen hoogstandje, het is zeker niet slecht, maar gewoon oké. Porties zijn voldoende en worden met bijlage geserveerd. Wij vonden de prijzen wel iets aan de hoge kant voor wat je krijgt.

Lovely restaurant and incredibly friendly staff. The food was delicious and we'll definitely be back.

The food was great, the service was good. Had to order in English, no problem for me but could be a problem for others. Toilets were dirty, that's a bit of a problem, but understandable since the kids in the playground also go there. It is a point of attention. In short, beautiful surroundings, good food and a good atmosphere. Especially recommended with kids.

We came in on a national holiday without a reservation with 10 people. The restaurant was almost full. The employees first look together at the possibilities and do not send you away quickly. After moving a few tables we got a place. Super hospitality and nice food for normal money. The children can play in the large playground inside and outside.

If you don't want to be helped, you should go here. Even if there are 5 men behind the bar, and only 2 tables are occupied, you will wait until you weigh an ounce. Went there 3 times and left 3 times after 20 minutes without a drink. Staff is incompetent

We had a wonderful day. They have a spacious terrace around the playground and swimming pool. An indoor playground is also available. Enjoy a nice after-dinner chat while the children can play.

Great during our stay at the campsite to eat out. Too bad it wasn't that busy.

Celebrated grandma's 90th birthday with a group of approximately 25 people. The food was delicious, the service friendly and pleasant and the atmosphere fantastic. Even the nice weather was arranged :). We will definitely come back again.

Delicious cappuccino from a beautiful red machine. I'll come here soon

Waiting 10 minutes to order at the snack bar, 3 employees kept walking past us as if we didn't exist. When my grandson pressed the service desk, it was ripped out of his hands and told that he was not allowed to call. We left without ordering

The music is way too loud, there are not enough staff and they make you wait too long! We couldn't enjoy the food because it took way too long for us! Hence the 3 stars

Delicious meal with great service. Recommended for small children who can play in the indoor and outdoor playground and the parents on the terrace.

Food is good. Sometimes long waiting times due to shortage of staff. Not cheap.

Highly recommended restaurant. The service is great and German is also spoken. What's great is that the indoor playground is right next door. The menu includes main courses, starters and sandwiches. Tastes very good

The four of us were almost alone in the large room, but it was still cozy there and we had a great meal.

Long wait for your food and that with only 5 guests in the restaurant.

Great place for kids, quality of the bitterballen was so so (half of them were half empty)

I have the feeling that they focus more on local people here (who have something to celebrate with large groups) than the guests of the holiday park. The menu does not complement your holiday experience with young kids and the prices are far too high in my opinion. Shame! A missed opportunity

We first went to the indoor playground and the outdoor playground and wanted to order something to drink. However, that was not possible because they were no longer taking orders. It had been too busy and they had to get everything in order and take a break first. While we couldn't order, there were others before and behind us who could. We had reserved a table in the restaurant for later. We arrived at a quarter to five, even though our reservation was for five o'clock. We were told that we could sit down, but that we would not be helped because they had to take a break first. When we asked if we could order at five o'clock, the time was checked first. I have never experienced anything like this in a catering establishment.

Had dinner with a large group (40 people) including 10 children for their wedding anniversary. Everything was taken care of down to the last detail, both the coordination in advance and on the day & evening itself was nice. Compliments, keep it up!!!

Delicious takeaway, too bad it wasn't open due to a shortage of staff the evening we were there. But nice place.

Apparently the Sawmill is doing too well. If you request information for a reservation by email, you will not receive any response after a week. It was a group of about 20 people.

Great place, just a lot of wood chips in the food

Had lunch there with the family. Everything was very well organized, friendly service and the food was delicious

Beautiful and neat spaces for parties, nice indoor play location for children. It is also possible as an adult to order a children's menu (better to eat an empty plate than to throw away food).

Friendly Park Restaurant with a modest menu, but fine. Children can have a great time and dogs are welcome.

Al 3 jaar dezelfde kaart, tis tijd voor verandering. Op de menukaart staat " bij elk hoofdgerecht een salade en frietjes" dit klopt niet want je krijgt alleen een salde bij de pasta. Als er ergens groenten of zelfs sla op de hamburger zit krijg je niks erbij. Kindermenu kaart is prima. Die vermaken zich prima in de overdekte speelhal maar de menukaart moet echt vernieuwd worden.

Gereserveerd altijd zo gedaan maar was geen plaats zonder dat zij dat ons melden hoe vreemd en onfatsoenlijk is dat.........????

Not a very nice restaurant. We had reserved a table and when we arrived we were neatly taken to our table, but it turned out to be still full of the dirty dishes from the previous diners. Ordered a sandwich in advance and at the same time told us what we wanted as a main course. When we were eating bread, the main course arrived quite quickly. Then also passed on a beer, but never received it. And for the rest of the meal we didn't see anyone from the service... after the main course we just paid, but it was actually all very disappointing.

Very nice, nice place with friendly and helpful staff. Had a very nice lunch and the kids had a great time playing!

Ordered the spare ribs, it looked like they came pre-cooked from the freezer and were cold and the meat had a very thick edge of fat. Won't eat here again.

Nice restaurant and clean toilets. We came with a large group and there was a separate children's table while there were 5 children under 5. So super inconvenient. Eating and drinking took a very long time. You could only order lunch from 12 o'clock and because there were more than 10 people we suddenly had less choice because of a separate menu. There was a vegetarian among us and there was no vegetarian choice. Food for the kids came later than our sandwich. Poffertjes were forgotten for a child and the waitress said we had not ordered them. It turned out to be on the receipt, so I ordered it. Indoor playground is fun but still a bit big and intense for children under 4 to 5 years old because of a very steep slide and high climbing. It's also quite out of sight from the restaurant. When paying, it was mentioned that it all took a very long time and that quite a lot went wrong and then it was said that there was a new manager and we received some mints as compensation. We are not enthusiastic at all!

Reasonable cappuccino and pastries.

Waited 70 minutes for the food to arrive. Several people had extremely hard fries. Probably put it in the fryer a second time to warm up. Fortunately, the fries were better for others. Chicken satay was dry and a bit burnt. Probably a tight space in the kitchen causing this.

A camping restaurant. Lots of children. But that's part of a campsite! So it was okay.

Great atmosphere in a great location! We passed by 'coincidentally'. Children had fun playing in the (indoor) playground. Service excellent and food delicious. Portions could maybe be a little bigger, but it could also be that I was just hungry and it was delicious 🤣.

Breadboard was fine, rosé was not so bad. Terrace very suitable for children, next to playground, swimming pool and entertainment. Too bad that pizza in the restaurant can only be ordered for children. Adults are allowed to get something from the adjacent snack bar and eat it on the terrace.

Prijs,kwaliteit erg slecht. Menig restaurant is 10 x beter . Erg omhoog getild, Hoge prijzen voor laag gemiddelde kwaliteit.

Restaurant gaat pas in de middag open terwijl het zwembad en de animatie volop bezoekers trekken!! Wat jammer!!! Prima gegeten, summiere kaart, maar smakelijk. Snackbar ernaast voor de snelle hap.

I ordered mussels for €24, but got 1/3 of a small pan! I checked to see if that was the intention, and apparently it was. And about five were still completely empty. I often order mussels, but never in such a small portion! 😒🙄

For a park restaurant they are doing well. We had a delicious meal there. Nice and fast service

Decent food and friendly service. Plenty of choice for simply tasty food.

Clearly vacation time. Staff stood around talking and pretended not to see you. If you wanted something you had to get it. Tables were poorly cleared.

Price quality is good Very friendly staff