A welcoming, vegetarian-friendly café-brasserie in a distinctive historic building with excellent canal-side seating, though service can falter when busy and portions are occasionally modest.
Huszár stands out for its canal-side setting, where historic De Stijl-associated architecture and water views create a distinctive dining environment. Tasty food quality, from standout lunch dishes to homemade desserts, anchors a loyal following, though inconsistent seasoning and portion complaints keep it just short of the very top tier.
Huszár feels like Delft's charming local escape: a historic, characterful building beside the canal, with a terrace and boat-side seating that reviewers repeatedly describe as destination-like. Inside, the mood is cozy and relaxed, with flowers, books, games and friendly staff; one recurring impression is that it is “a little getaway by the water,” even though the station and city are close. The cooking is contemporary European and comfortably eclectic rather than tied to one national tradition. Vegetarian and vegan diners are particularly well served, with vegetable carpaccios, risottos, curry, salads and a house-made burger alongside fish and meat dishes. Daily specials keep repeat visits interesting, while sandwiches, soups and homemade desserts make lunch the safer sweet spot. Most feedback is enthusiastic, although a few diners found portions light, one crepe disappointing and some soups overly salty. Families are genuinely well catered for: reviews repeatedly mention toys, Lego, books, games and children enjoying brunch or lunch. The current menu also offers familiar choices such as a vegetarian burger, toasted brie-and-apple sandwich, ice cream, brownie and simple sandwiches, though there is no dedicated children's main-course menu shown. It is a strong choice for relaxed family dining, especially outdoors, rather than a place to expect conventional nuggets or a formal kids' program.
Area vibe: Historic canal-side district known for monuments, museums and student life.
Safety: Generally safe and well-lit with regular foot traffic in evenings, though quieter late night.
What's nearby: Near Delft University area, Museum De Porceleyne Fles, Oude Kerk, Markt square and canal-side cafes.
Huszár’s menu ranges from vegan vegetable starters to risottos, a vegetarian burger, and several tempting desserts, but one side-cost detail is easy to miss.
Huszár is an easygoing canal-side choice, though busy periods can mean slow service and some dishes may feel light or over-seasoned for what you pay.
The setting combines a characterful historic building with canal and boat-side seating, while toys, books and games make the atmosphere notably family-friendly.