Restaurant De Vluchthaven in Wijk 05 Bruinisse

The best hidden gem of the Netherlands! We would want to eat here every day. Everything fresh, shellfish, a good wine list, and friendly service. Eating outside is a real treat.

Enjoyed an amazing lobster menu in a special atmosphere: nice music, attentive and enthusiastic service that gave us a memorable evening. And not to forget: very tasty dishes! I will definitely be back!

Beautiful location, fish grilled fresh on the BBQ right in front of you. Very relaxed atmosphere. Simply blissful.

Amazing surprise menu, everything delicious and super fresh, and flawless, friendly service.

Amazingly tasty, nice atmosphere, nowhere to be found 😊

As a guy from Amsterdam, I drove to Zeeland for a weekend and immersed myself in this fantastic restaurant. For the first time, I truly enjoyed various shellfish: palourdes, murex, and razor clams. Unbelievably delicious, and the mullet from the charcoal grill is also one you really shouldn't miss! A super nice spot, with lovely service that comes to pour the glass of bubbly with a big smile. Absolutely top-notch! ♥️

Fantastic evening at a beautiful location. The chef's choice was a particularly tasty and varied menu of fresh catch of the day. Definitely good value for money and I would recommend it to everyone. Until next time

Very special, and the chef diving into the water to harvest the cockles… Even with a certain show effect, we thought it was amazing!

It was a pleasure to dine here again. Delicious dishes, a relaxed atmosphere, and people who enjoy their work.

Highly recommended. Top restaurant in Bruinisse. Nice, relaxed atmosphere, explanations with the dishes (if you ask). We are constantly surprised. You get a lot of delicious food for what you pay. Great, Anja and Ines van Lokeren, Belgium

A super relaxing spot in a unique location, where you can spend hours enjoying delicious food and fantastic wines on the terrace. I've been coming here for years and will definitely continue to do so. SUPERB!!!

Fantastic food (we had the lobster menu), atmospheric location, and very pleasant service from people who didn't fit the routine hospitality template.

This is a place to forget the world for a while. Enjoying everything that swims in Zeeland. The razor clams are in a class of their own, the hollandaise sauce is a story in itself. The service is pleasantly informal and the wine list is nicely extensive. A place never to be forgotten. After a renewed visit on August 28th of this year, we stand by our opinion. This is the first time we had to eat inside, cozy among the cookbooks and an even more intimate atmosphere... Cool spot with very good food.

Had a particularly delicious meal in DP's absence! With the theme….when the cat's away! See you soon!

Wonderful experience! Great food and beautiful wines!

Fantastic spot on the terrace, amazing food, and a big thumbs up to the service.

It was fantastic again. The food was so delicious again, such refined flavors. Super relaxed service. The weather was fantastic, really giving that Mediterranean feeling.

Fantastic place, it feels like stepping onto a small island with a different pace and unique way of doing things. Definitely worth coming back, the food was delicious.

Lovely and super atmospheric, and great service!

Unique place, delicious food, great service

Had a delicious meal at De Vluchthaven! They are very good at accommodating allergies. Highly recommended!

At De Vluchthaven, the product takes center stage. Thanks to the exceptional freshness, the careful way they store their products, and the respect with which they are prepared, you might just eat the best fish, crustaceans, and shellfish you will ever taste here. In addition, the atmosphere is pleasantly casual and the service is friendly and efficient.

Everything was perfect; very tasty food and a cozy setting

Beautiful terrace, relaxed atmosphere, delicious fresh and crisp healthy local food from the charcoal grill.

Great menu and delicious food. Super friendly service that also takes allergies into account well.

A fantastic experience for the true fish lover.

Incredible, a complete picture that is absolutely spot on. We were able to escape into your skills. Superlatives fall short; from the welcome at the start through every course to the grand finale, it was simply top-notch. The salad was also exceptionally flavorful. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys high-quality, honest, healthy, and pure food. And for anyone with a different preference too 😁 Hats off and thank you to the entire team 🙏

Had another delicious meal in lovely surroundings. Pure enjoyment.

Informal. Welcoming. Entirely focused on eating fresh produce in a natural environment.

This restaurant is now number 1 on our list... everything was perfect

It was another perfect evening at De Vluchthaven. This time we had the chef's choice instead of the lobster menu, and once again we had a delicious meal. The kitchen continues to surprise us every year and the service is super friendly. See you next year!

Nice location by the water, delicious fresh fish, shellfish, local products, cozy atmosphere.

A very warm welcome; the weather was disappointing and unfortunately it got too cold for the beautiful terrace, but a spot was quickly made available inside. Great explanation of the dishes and excellent wine advice; couldn't have been better. Thank you very much.

Unique place for a delicious dinner. Menu with tasty fish and shellfish. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. We will definitely come back here, even if we have to drive a bit.

The location, the view, the atmosphere, the service, the food: amazing, a real experience!

Every year, we eagerly look forward to the season opening of De Vluchthaven. We had another delicious meal there yesterday – on the terrace, lovely ambiance, unparalleled hospitality from the team!

This iconic spot with fantastic food and drinks. Treat yourself to a bottle of Lou Bragalou, sit down, and enjoy it.

We enjoyed the special setting, the delicious and surprising food, and you again!

The best spot and started with a swimming party

Honest cuisine with excellent ingredients, without any fuss. Fine wines, with relaxed, informal service. A beautiful terrace full of plants and informal decor. The location is unique, with a view over the harbor of Zijpe. Everything is top-notch for those who appreciate simplicity and quality!

Delicious food, everything fresh, homemade, and varied. Service excellent, informal, and friendly.

Delicious dishes and the lobster is amazing. Always nice to be at De Vluchthaven.

The restaurant is situated in beautiful surroundings; the friendly service and relaxed atmosphere ensure that we always enjoy returning here from Belgium.

Great experience, beautiful place with delicious fish dishes

For us, the best Oosterschelde lobster restaurant. We return here every year, and have been doing so for several years.

pure, unique place, not manicured, had a delicious meal

We had already had pleasant contact via email before our holiday started because we wanted to bring our 6-year-old daughter along. In our naivety, we decided to wait until the day itself to make a reservation to eat at De Vluchthaven. Naturally, there was no room (fully booked for 2 weeks), so we put ourselves on the waiting list via the reservation software, hoping for the best. Half an hour later, we received an email saying they actually had a spot after all, and they even called to confirm. So we were able to enjoy a lovely meal there after all. And it was truly amazing. Wonderful atmosphere, very friendly staff, and sublime food. Not that we are connoisseurs, but I have never eaten such delicious seafood and squid. Make sure you leave room for dessert! Thank you for the wonderful evening.

Wonderful! The food (top-quality ingredients), the staff were very friendly, the atmosphere was cool, and the location was beautiful. We always love coming back! Thank you.

Super fun experience at the place where we used to take the ferry.

For about 10 years now, we have been driving back and forth from Eindhoven at least once a season specifically to enjoy De Vluchthaven. The food, the atmosphere, the location, the view, the people, the service, the playlist ❤️

On the shady terrace in the summer, with a view of the Oosterschelde. Music to our taste. Friendly service and an absolutely delicious meal. We will definitely come back again.

Looking for fresh seafood. This is one of the places to visit. Just go for the surprise menu.

Super fresh, delicious food, it was a fun evening with friends.

Delicious, honest food. Love it!

Having lunch like this is in a league of its own! Eating lobster with asparagus at 25 degrees on the terrace of De Vluchthaven!

A fabulous culinary experience in a down to earth, non pretentious setting. We loved it!

In a word, fantastic, the best place to eat lobster and shellfish. Authentic, cozy, and DELICIOUS food.

Unique place, unique quality, unique people. Enjoyed it immensely once again!

Wildly delicious food. The chef looks a bit wild too, but they can really cook! Fish, shellfish, squid. Delicious wines. Nice, relaxed atmosphere. Great music and a stunning view.

Fantastic place. We don't come here often, but we've been for a long time. The terrace is so idyllic. The menu is very limited. But the quality of the food is superb. As is the service.

What a beautiful and wonderful experience. A place that seems to have fallen straight from heaven: beautiful, warm, and with a fantastic atmosphere. The service was spontaneous and incredibly friendly. Sebastian was a super friendly and professional waiter. In this restaurant, you enjoy top-quality products, prepared with respect and passion. But in addition, you are surrounded by genuine and warm-hearted people, making it almost a shame to leave. We were also served by a very sweet and friendly young woman with curly hair, a true angel from heaven. And the chef also came to the table personally to talk about his products with passion and love; incredibly likeable. A place we will definitely return to. It was a wonderful experience. Thank you very much! And until next time! Nick and Lianet

Great atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious food. Highly recommended!

Coriander spoiled a very pleasant restaurant for me.

We had a delicious meal; we had the four-course fish menu. What a variety of flavors and combinations! We thoroughly enjoyed the cuisine, service, and ambiance! Highly recommended 🐟🦀🐚. We'll definitely be back if we're ever in the area. Best, Sam & Brenda Polderman from Ede

The nicest and tastiest restaurant in the Netherlands. No doubt about it.

The best in the Netherlands for fish and lobster!

Just had a drink, looked nice and cozy, everything is organic.

Lovely restaurant with a fantastic terrace, in an otherwise ‘typical Zeeland’ environment: flat, wide and light. The menu is of top quality. Local, fresh, organic products are processed in uncomplicated dishes. Recommendations: of course the fantastic Oosterschelde lobster and crab menu, but certainly also the grilled razor clams, the delicious bisque and the fresh fries with home-made -nice and sour!- mayonnaise. Anyone who comes here once, will definitely come back.

Great location with a great atmosphere. Staff are very friendly and relaxed. Food is great! In short, highly recommended!

You want this place for yourself but you're happy to share it because it's a must go.

PUUR! Op alle fronten. Lekker ook! Goede wijnen, vriendelijke bedoelingen en bediening, diervriendelijk(alles mag mee…) alles uit de zee, heerlijk.

Fantastic food and excellent wine for a fair price.

This restaurant is really distinctive. The dishes are carefully composed and of high quality. And you can step straight onto the terrace from your boat

I have been coming to Bruinisse for work for 40 years, on Easter Sunday I ended up in a lost pearl around Bruinisse, the location of the restaurant is unbelievable, I saw Oosterschelde or Grevelingen lobster on the menu and a few empty tables, so I thought I would join in, unfortunately someone from the service told me that they were completely booked, unfortunately I was still allowed to order 6 flat oysters and a cava, which outlines my surprise at a certain point, afterwards the owner, but outside and placed an extra table and I was still able to enjoy one of the best lobster menus ever, great and thanks again.

The food that comes out of the kitchen here is really of a very high standard. Super friendly service in combination with a special place always makes this a fantastic experience!

Since more than 20 years the best place to come back home!

Super cozy place, casual atmosphere, carefully and skillfully prepared fish and shellfish dishes. Good wines.

Fish dishes tasty, not really exclusive! Spicy for the price. Lots of the same spices for different courses. Small choice of white wine...shame. Location very nice, music way too loud!!

Great picture food, coupled with very attentive and relaxed service in a very chilled atmosphere. We are already looking forward to the 2025 season

We have been coming here every now and then for many years. We have never been disappointed: always delicious food, relaxed atmosphere, great service, wonderful music and almost everything local and organic. This time on 26/9/24 I asked for and received some razor blades for dessert, they were so unearthly delicious!!

I took my wife here in July 2024 as a surprise for our 8th wedding anniversary. By nature, we don't easily order fish in a restaurant, so it's quite exciting for us. But we were so surprised and what a delicious meal we had. We were already assigned a special place because of the occasion. The background music made this even more enjoyable. The service was great; have a chat from time to time and sense when contact can be shorter. We also received wine advice with the dishes, which was also spot on. We enjoyed it immensely and recommend everyone to eat here.

Wait for a sunny and preferably windless afternoon or evening and reserve a table on the terrace of De Vluchthaven for that day. Fantastic experience guaranteed. High quality fish cuisine, but without frills. Casual atmosphere and pleasant service. Don't pay attention to the clock or the money: it costs something, but all things considered, it's worth it.

Warm, homely, perfect service, delicious cuisine, local, fresh and prepared with love! We'll be back ;)

It is always a great gift to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere at the airport, the fantastic dishes, sometimes very basic and pure and sometimes a taste sensation and to hear the chefs whistling or singing along to the music in the background. The host and hostess make it complete.

It was like old times, a special, beautiful late summer evening.

Simply, nice and fresh and a wonderful location, do it!

Discovered by chance while cycling and reserved it The food and concept is sensational and the staff are very attentive and friendly The atmosphere was totally relaxed and cozy We had a surprise from the boss and every course was very tasty. Unfortunately I forgot to take a photo of the shells…. With creme fraiche and curry hmmmm so delicious 😋 We'd love to come back!!

Always a culinary and social party at the Vluchthaven. Even our dog had a great time with Guus. We'll be back!!

Fortunately, the menu is small as always, but the cooking is great. Fish at its best. The staff is relaxed and friendly as always. The atmosphere is still informal, the cats and dog Guus hang around and no one says anything about the stray children who of course want to pet the animals. We come there at least once a year and that will definitely happen again next year.

great insider tip, the mussels and the lopster were sensational. Good wine recommendation and nice service. An all-round successful evening.

Zeer goede kwaliteit in een mooie omgeving zonder poespas. Als je reserveert weet je dat er een gelimiteerde kaart is. Betekent wel dat hier de best mogelijke zorg aan is besteed. Kortom, kleine keuze maar wel perfect. Wel prijzig, maar dat is ook de enige opmerking (wat ons betreft). Gelegen op een zeer rustige locatie in Zijpe (Bruinisse)

Super relaxed and delicious restaurant, fantastic food, super nice place, pleasant service, casual atmosphere, music, what more could you want. Also delicious children's dish and plenty of space at the spacious table where they could chill in a corner. Great, we will definitely come back here!

It was a pleasure again and especially the razors...delicious!

We had a delicious meal and the atmosphere is great! Nice service and nice ambiance. We will definitely come back

We have been here before and if I may make a comment. So I introduce a restaurant with good food. The shop is not chic, but rather rustic and cozy. Everything that is written in the description of the website is 100% true. Honest, fair and good. The prices are justified. I would like to thank the nice staff again. EVERYTHING was beautiful and I will remember it pleasantly. I would be happy to recommend it for people who like good food. best fish restaurant in Zeeland.

Very nice place, friendly staff and delicious food!! Highly recommended 😊

Everything is right here. The location and setting the food and especially the friendly staff Keep up the good work, we hope to be able to visit you for a long time

The food was also delicious and well organised... Jan van den Ende

Dit restaurant is nog steeds een prettige plek, maar ik denk dat ik er, na er twintig jaar lekker gegeten te hebben, nu een punt achter zet. Reden1: er is nauwelijks keuze meer, slechts 3 menu's. Reden 2: voor bijna 100 euro per menu kregen we (naast prima kreeft) een landkrabje met minuscule scharen waar bijna geen vlees uit te schrapen was. Ik voel me ietwat belazerd daardoor. Maar ja, het is gezellig, aardige man die bedient en ze draaien Steely Dan. Maar die krab ...

World tent! Deliciously prepared seafood. Beautiful view and excellent service. We have eaten here before and will definitely return. The lobster was excellent, the evening was a party.