A cozy, family-friendly tapas restaurant with tasty, generous plates and warm hospitality, though recent reviews show service can become frustratingly slow or inattentive.
Me Gusta delivers solid food quality and friendly service that keeps regulars coming back, but inconsistent execution, particularly with steak preparation, prevents a stronger grade. The warm, central-town setting appeals to families and groups seeking casual tapas, though it lacks the distinctive character or flawless consistency needed to approach grade A territory.
Me Gusta! is a cozy, welcoming table-service restaurant in central Wassenaar, with a warm interior, relaxed energy, and occasional Thursday live music. Families and international groups repeatedly praise the friendly team and comfortable atmosphere; one recurring impression is that it feels like a place where “there’s something for everyone,” although the room can lose its rhythm when staff attention drifts. The cooking is tapas-led and broad rather than strictly traditional: gambas, garlic prawns, meatballs, mushrooms, olives, patatas bravas, salads, soup, piadina, burgers, and a dessert platter all appear in the review sample. Portions are frequently described as generous and satisfying, and the strongest dishes inspire repeat visits. Service is the main variable: many meals are fast and well coordinated, but recent diners report long waits for drinks and tapas, while older complaints describe staff socializing in front of guests. This is a genuinely family-suitable choice. Reviews specifically praise generous, tasty kids’ meals, and families report enjoying relaxed meals with substantial portions. Children who prefer familiar food should have a reasonable chance of finding something approachable, though the exact current children’s selection is unknown because no menu was supplied.
Area vibe: Leafy, residential commuter town with an upscale, quiet village feel.
Safety: Generally very safe with well-lit streets and low evening crime; quiet after business hours.
What's nearby: Close to shops on Van Hogendorpstraat, parks, international residences, and short drive to The Hague and beach at Kijkduin/Meijendel.
The gambas, garlic prawns, and dessert platter are the clearest standouts, with house wine cited at €4.75.
It is family-friendly and generous with portions, but slow service and occasional steak texture issues are worth planning around.
Expect a warm, relaxed group setting with outdoor seating and occasional Thursday live music, though the room can lose its calm when service slips.