Outside, a small boat glides onto the water; the artisanal shops on the Naauw are just opening their doors; and inside, the round wooden tray is already being brought to the table. This is what high tea in Leeuwarden looks like at Anne&Max, in a unique corner building overlooking the canal. Anne says: “Choose a table by the window, and you’ll see the boats glide by as you start your second cup of tea.”
A living room in a historic corner house
Anne&Max Leeuwarden is located on Naauw, at the corner of Naauw and Groentemarkt, right in the heart of the city’s historic center. The building used to be a shoe store, and the original facade was deliberately restored during the renovation to preserve the building’s character. All around you’ll find artisanal shops and specialty stores, and nearby are docks where boats moor for a picnic on the water. Inside, there’s a dedicated children’s corner with wooden toys, books, and a dress-up box, so even the youngest guests feel right at home.
High Tea at Anne&Max in Leeuwarden
The “Just Together” High Tea is just the right amount for a casual afternoon break while shopping. If you have something to celebrate, go for the Jij&Ik Party High Tea with bubbly, pistachio trifles, and some extra sweets on the side. Both come with as much tea as you can drink from our own fresh organic teas—or coffee, if you prefer. Curious about the rest of the menu? Always with as much tea as you can drink from our own fresh organic teas—or coffee, if you prefer. View the menu.
Tea at Anne & Max, with a view of the canal
Tea takes center stage at our high tea. We serve our own fresh organic teas, including “Een Wijs Besluit,” with a full teapot placed next to your plate. Prefer coffee? Our specialty coffee espresso is single-origin, direct-trade from the Peruvian Andes and ethically sourced. Our filter coffee is a separate offering— organic , sourced from Ethiopia. Decaf and iced coffee are also available. Want to learn more about where our beans come from? Read our coffee story.
A place at the table for everyone
The platter at Anne&Max c Planet Friendly , and gluten-free options are always available. Just let them know about any dietary preferences or allergies when you make your reservation, and Anne or Max will make sure the platter is tailored to your needs. High tea in Leeuwarden is a go-to spot for birthdays, baby showers, girls’ nights out, and mother-daughter days, and there’s also room for larger groups if you let them know in advance. Kids are welcome, too: in addition to the play area, there’s also a kids’ menu for the youngest guests at the table.
The neighborhood around the Naauw
Before high tea, take a short stroll through Leeuwarden’s historic center, with its canals, artisanal shops on the Naauw, and the Groentemarkt just around the corner. If you arrive by boat, you’ll dock nearby and can walk right in. Afterward, a walk along the water is the perfect way to end the day, with the historic facades of the city center as your backdrop. Looking for high tea in Leeuwarden? Then you’re right in the heart of the city’s most beautiful spot, with the canal right outside the door.
Reservations for high tea at Anne&Max in Leeuwarden
Reservations are required, and we begin serving at 3:00 p.m. That way, your platter will be ready the moment you sit down. Make a reservation using the reservation button on the location page, or if your group has more than 6 people, call 058 879 61 40 or email [email protected]. Let us know your date, group size, and any dietary requests, and we’ll take care of the rest.