Your living room in Alkmaar
For specialty coffee, breakfast, lunch, and special moments
Opening hours
- Monday through Sunday 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Your living room on the canals of Alkmaar
Anne&Max is located on the canals of Alkmaar. Surrounded by the historic center, you can enjoy the terrace on nice days and watch a flower barge bobbing on the water. Inside, you can sink into the lounge chairs, open the newspaper at the reading table, or sit by the window with a delicious breakfast and a view of the Kraanbuurt neighborhood. The music sets the mood for the time of day. It’s always quiet enough to catch up with friends and enjoy a leisurely lunch, yet lively enough that you wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.
The espresso is single-origin and direct-trade; the filter coffee is “ organic ” from Ethiopia; and there’s always an option for decaf and iced coffee. “ Planet Friendly ” options are listed on the menu, and there’s a play area and a kids’ menu for the little ones.
celebrating on the flower barge
The name Kraanbuurt refers to the old crane that stood here for centuries: a wooden hoist used to load and unload ships on the city canal. That industrial past is long gone, but the canals remain. The beautiful Anne&Max building overlooks them directly. Anyone sitting at a table by the window has a view of the water, the bridges, and the facades that have defined Alkmaar’s downtown for centuries.
Across from Anne&Max Alkmaar, the flower barge is moored—it adds a splash of color to the Vismarkt on nice days. You can reserve the boat for high tea, with as much tea as you can handle. Perfect for a baby shower or birthday party. Reserve your spot starting at 3:00 p.m. by calling 072 520 58 68 or emailing [email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions
Anne&Max Alkmaar is open every day starting at 8:30 a.m. You can find the current opening hours on Google Maps.
The flower barge is a unique spot for high tea at Anne&Max Alkmaar. It’s perfect for special occasions: baby showers, birthdays, and first dates. Reservations for large groups can be made by calling 072 520 58 68 or emailing [email protected].
No, not at all. Would you like to have high tea on the flower barge, or are you coming with a group of more than 6 people? If so, please make a reservation by calling 072 520 58 68 or emailing [email protected].
Yes, you can even enjoy it on the flower barge! High tea is served starting at 3:00 p.m. Choose between the “Just Together” High Tea or the “You & Me” Party High Tea (with bubbly and pistachio trifles). Enjoy as much tea as you can. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. Reservations are required.
Yes. The cheese market on Waagplein is within walking distance of the Kraanbuurt. Friday morning is the best time to visit the cheese market and then have coffee at Anne&Max.
Yes. There's a play area and a kids' menu.
It's a 15-minute walk from Alkmaar Station through the city center. By bike, it takes five minutes.
Yes, a terrace in the Kraanbuurt with a view of the canals. On nice days, it's the best spot in town.
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