Eating mussels in Hoorn

Mussel season at Toos Restaurant

From July 20, you are welcome at Toos Restaurant in Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn for the mussel season. Be surprised by fresh mussels, prepared with flavorful ingredients and served with crispy fries and a fresh side salad.

As soon as mussel season begins, you can also enjoy fresh mussels at Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn. At Toos Restaurant, various mussel dishes are on the menu during the season, perfect for a cozy lunch or extensive dinner.

Our mussel offerings are seasonal. Which dishes we serve and when they are available is announced anew each year.

Enjoy the mussel season

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Frequently asked questions about mussels

When does the mussel season start?

The new harvest of Zeeland bottom culture mussels is usually available from July. The exact start can vary each year and depends, among other things, on the supply and quality of the mussels.

When does Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn serve mussels?

At Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn, mussels are usually served in July and August at Toos Restaurant. The exact period is determined each year based on the availability and quality of the mussels.

Which mussel dishes are on the menu?

Our mussel offerings can vary each year. Once the dishes for the new mussel season are known, you will find the current preparations and other information on this page.

Can I reserve to eat mussels?

Yes, you can reserve a table in advance at Toos Restaurant. During the mussel season, we advise checking the current availability of our mussel dishes before making a reservation.