All things Dutch in the United States

Here’s an overview of all things Dutch in the United States: Dutch stores, bakeries, restaurants, organizations, manufacturers, soccer clubs, you name it!

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A Southern Season, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

A Southern Season carries Calve curry, various types of Conimex sambal, hagelslag and even Friese Keukenstroop. See more of a visit we made in March 2007.

A Touch of Dutch, Coupeville, Washington

A Touch of Dutch is a cute store on Whidbey Island, Washington, a “place which seems literally
suspended in a time of by-gone days”. They’ve been in business since 1995 and also have an on-line store.

The store carries a wide variety of Dutch products; their store has categories such as “Dutch Wedding and Party favors” and they even sell soccer attire of the Dutch national team. Exclusive to the store is a line of humorous Dutch cards (which is available for wholesale to other Dutch stores).

A Touch of Dutch, Belvidere, New Jersey

“We are located in Belvidere New Jersey, if you are in the area, stop in and pay us a visit,

The largest selection of Dutch and related items in New Jersey. If you can’t find what you are looking for on our website, give us a call, we may have it in stock in our store.”

Addy's Dutch Café and Restaurant, Greenville, South Carolina

The only real “brown café” in the United States! Owner Addy imported all furnishings from the Netherlands, and serves bitterballen & kroketten. Greenville, SC has the highest percentage European inhabitants per capita in the United States. (The website of the cafe has been down for a while, but it is definitely in business).

Amsterdam Falafelshop, Washington, District Of Columbia

Serving top-it-yourself hot falafels and fries was an epiphany for the owners while visiting friends in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. It was the inspiration for bringing delicious twice-fried fries and tasty top-it-yourself-falafels to Adams Morgan in DC.

Au Marche, the European market, Lawrence, Kansas

Many varieties of hagelslag, vlokken and other Dutch goodies. From the site: “Au Marché is proud to stock European food and bath-and-beauty items that are not easily found in most American grocery stores. We cater to people who are looking for a taste of their homeland, or for a sentimental reminder of a favorite trip abroad.”

Bali Cafe, Miami, Florida

Some reviews will mention they are only open for lunch but this is not accurate; hours were extended a while ago and dinner is served now as well. Including rijsttafel.

Bali Nusa Indah, New York, New York

Indonesian restaurant in Midtown Manhattan: “Bali Nusa Indah is an Indonesian restaurant which combines traditional cooking with modern techniques. Located near Manhattan’s theatre district, it’s a great place to go before and after a Broadway show. The menu features Indonesia’s version of comfort food which includes various styles of cooking.”

Bandung Restaurant, Madison, Wisconsin

“Our restaurant is named after Bandung, the majestic city built in the mountains of the Indonesian island, Java. It lies 110 kilometers southeast of Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital city.”

Bisschopswijn, Pella, Iowa

Whether you are celebrating the arrival of fall, the traditions of Sinterklaas or just warming yourself on a cold snowy day Bisschopswijn is a beverage for the entire winter. Start early with spiced cider on the hayrack ride then continue to enjoy our recipe or your favorite blend through the cold February nights.

This company, maybe better called a tradition, was started to keep alive the yearly celebration of Sinterklaas and the customs that go along with the Dutch holiday.

Borobudur, San Francisco, California

Soe Bin & Yunita started Borobudur Restaurant over 16 years ago at the original location on Geary Street in San Francisco. In 1994, they moved to the present location on Post St. If you come to Borobudur Restaurant, you can find various authentic Indonesian cuisine including tropical drinks from many different regions.

Cafe Bean, San Francisco, California

This cafe serves Dutch pancakes and omelets that look suspiciously like uitsmijters. Online reviews also mention that the Dutch coffee which is served is good.

Caramel Cookie Waffles, Billings, Montana

Dutch treats here include the split pea soup with ham, gevulde koek, Dutch butter cake and others, but as the name suggests the specialty here are caramel cookie waffles. The stroopwafels are made from scratch with all natural ingredients from a traditional Dutch recipe. Since 1981.

Casey's Bakery, Sioux Center, Iowa

Casey’s Bakery was started in 1946 by Casey and Ann De Groot in a small store in downtown Sioux Center. Casey combined many years of baking experience, some traditional Dutch recipes and a belief in quality to lay the foundation for Casey’s Bakery. Products include Dutch Rusk Buns and a St. Nick cookie.

Cheese Plus, San Francisco, California

Cheese Plus is premier cheese and specialty food store in San Francisco. A cozy neighborhood shop located on the sunny corner of Polk and Pacific in Russian Hill, it features the finest cheese from the U.S. and around the globe including a good selection of Dutch cheeses. Also sells beschuit and speculaas.

Chocolaterie Stam, Des Moines, Iowa

Chocolaterie Stam specializes in fine European Chocolates. They have 6 stores in the Netherlands and 5 in the United States (Iowa, North Carolina, Minnesota).

Next to their store made chocolate they also carry a nice selection of import Dutch Droste chocolate, Bastogne koeken, Pickwick Tea and Wilhelmina Pepermunt.

Corine's Cafe, Mooresville, North Carolina

Corine’s Cafe is run by Corine who originates from the Netherlands. She serves bitterballen, Dutch pancakes and (chicken) kroketten in Mooresville, NC. Nice to combine with a visit to the Ikea in Charlotte for a “European day”.

Dutch in America.com visited Corine’s Cafe in October 2009; read our review here.

Dank U - CLOSED, New York, New York

"Delicious fast food made with wholesome, natural ingredients". Serves kroketten and other Dutch and Dutch & Indonesian inspired dishes.

1/2/2010: Danku will probably not reopen.

12/7/2009: Danku is temporary closed. They are papered up and have a sign on the window saying that they are revamping their menu for a Feb. 2010 reopening.

de Boer Food, Sanford, Florida

de Boer Food specializes in sourcing premium and unique European products and ingredients for culinary professionals.

de Boer Food’s portfolio of 300+ items are sold to restaurants, bakeries, hotels, caterers, cruise- and airlines, through local, specialized and national food service and bakery distributors, and supported by a wide-reaching broker network; daily drop-ship capabilities; and a dedicated de Boer Food sales support team based in Florida, New Jersey and Illinois.

De Hoek Traditions, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

This ‘corner’ store was founded by a lady who grew up in Pella, Iowa, a town with a large Dutch community. De Hoek Traditions specializes in delicious teas (they even make their own blends). Of course they also carry the Pickwick blend, and there’s a number of Dutch delicacies for sale including rusk. Since 2005.

De Wieken, Raleigh, North Carolina

Your Dutch connection in the NC Triangle

DeBoer's Dutch Brothers, Holland, Michigan

DeBoer’s Dutch Brothers is a full service European style bakery-restaurant with 200 years of baking experience. The deBoers have been baking Holland for over 50 years since immigrating from Kollum, Nederland in 1956.

Lots of Dutch dishes on the menu, including croquettes with pea soup and pig in a blanket.

Michigan Dutch News has a nice background story.

deReuze Gourmet Market (Peters Import), Grandville, Michigan

deReuze Gourmet Market was established in 2002, and is owned & operated by Peters Imports. Serves Rijkenberg Chocolate Letters and many other Dutch foods.

Dubbel Dutch, Denver, Colorado

“Dubbel Dutch opened its doors on November 8, 2003, and has grown ever since to become the Dutch hub for Dutchies in Denver-and-around, and has earned its marks with the neighborhood for the wonderful sandwiches and coffees that we serve.”

Dutch American Market & Import, Beaverton, Oregon

“We specialize in gift and grocery items from The Netherlands”

Dutch Club of Puerto Rico, Juncos, Puerto Rico

Please feel invited to contact us if you’re new in Puerto Rico or if you know Dutch people who will settle in Puerto Rico!

Dutch Connection of Arizona, Scottsdale, Arizona

The Dutch Connection is a non-profit organization dedicated to getting people with a Dutch heritage in Arizona connected. Don’t worry if you don’t speak Dutch or if you’ve never been to Holland - we welcome everyone who has an interest in celebrating the Dutch culture with us! The club organizes several popular events throughout the year, including Koninginnedag, Dutch-American Heritage day and Sinterklaas.

Dutch Desserts, Kinderhook, New York

Dutch Desserts, from New York’s Hudson Valley, started with a Dutch Apple Tart that made people forget all about Mom’s Apple Pie. Their fascination begins with the crust, Marjan’s secret and treasured recipe. Then they realize these tarts aren’t too sweet, they make your taste buds jump to life.

Marjan Beebe came to the United States from the Netherlands in 1989 to visit her brother in Kinderhook, NY. While here, she met Keith Beebe, a local college professor. They got married and she started to sell her apple tart at one small farmers’ market in Kinderhook.

Dutch Games (Sjoelbakken), Milwaukie, Oregon

Dutch Games represents Heemskerk Sport to import and distribute the Sjoelbak in the US & Canada. They have Sjoelbakken in stock in Oregon, ready for shipment to anywhere in the North American continent.

Dutch Maple Terrace Motel, Oneonta, New York

A family owned and operated motel by Gert-Jan and Petra van Dijk, recently moved from The Netherlands to the beautiful hills of Oneonta. Clean, comfortable rooms, in a peaceful area in de country.

Dutch Maple Terrace Motel is located just 2 miles to Cooperstown All Star Village and the Soccer Hall of Fame, less than a half hour to Dreams Park and to Cooperstown.

Rooms include the “Amsterdam room”, “Heerenveen room” and the “Volendam”.

Dutch poffertjes, Avondale, Arizona

The Dutch Poffertjes House is a mobile pastry and drink station that serves various drinks and Dutch poffertjes. Poffertjes are small, pluffy pancakes and they are served with various different flavors.

The poffertjes cart appear on the Phoenix public market and other places; for more info contact them at dutch.poffertjes.house@hotmail.com.

Erick Schat's Bakkerij, Bishop, California

Authentic Dutch bakery and restaurant on Main Street in Bishop. Erick and Paul are related, but their businesses are not affiliated.

Field's Fabrics Dutch Costume Kits, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Patterns & Kits with everything you need to sew your own traditional Dutch Costume. Fabrics and trims are the most authentic available domestically.

Global Foods Market, Kirkwood, Missouri

Global Foods Market is the largest international grocery store in Missouri.

Henk's Black Forest Bakery, Dallas, Texas

German, Dutch and other influences. Uitsmijter on the breakfast menu, number of dishes with Gouda cheese and Dutch ham, and a broodje herring as an appetizers for dinner.

Hillcrest Bakery, Bothell, Washington

“Our story begins in Wormer, The Netherlands back in 1838. We, the Kaskes Family, began a baking tradition that continues through present day now in two countries. The Kaskes Bakery is still flourishing in The Netherlands as are we here at Hillcrest Bakery in the United States”. The store has banketstaaf and speculaas, among many other things.

Holland America Club of the Pacific Northwest, Seattle, Washington

“We aim to be a source of information for Dutch people or people of Dutch ancestry living in the NW Pacific Area and friends of the Netherlands.”

Holland American Bakery, Sussex, New Jersey

Third generation Dutch bakery. Their speculaas looks delicious.

Holland American International Specialties, Bellflower, California

The Holland American store and its corporate office is located in a 20,000 square foot facility in Bellflower, California. Founded in 1943.

Holland Club Houston, Houston, Texas

“The Holland Club is a social organization whose purpose is to promote fellowship among its members, and to further interest in the Netherlands and the Dutch Customs and traditions.”

Holland Ranch, RV Park and Camping, Buffalo, Texas

Hans en Bianca Hendriks, are the owners of Holland Ranch and moved from Holland, Europe to Buffalo, Texas to start a RV Park and Camping in European style. Holland Ranch is a mix of Dutch and Texan hospitality in the beautiful rolling hills of Leon County, Texas. A great place to park your RV or trailer, build your tent and enjoy the peace of East-Texas.

Holland Soccer Club, Paramount, California

The Holland Soccer Club was established in 1957 as a non profit organization for the Dutch community in Southern California.

Its aims are to promote the sport of soccer, also known as voetbal to the rest of the world and to unite the various immigrant groups of Dutch descent and their offspring.

Holland's Best, San Jose, California

Holland’s Best, grocery & bakery products, formerly known as Holland Pastry and Gift Shop, started almost 50 years ago as a Dutch American bakery.

Holland's Family Farm, Thorp, Wisconsin

Rolf and Marieke Penterman emigrated from the Netherlands in 2002 to pursue their passion for dairy farming. The cheeses are smooth, creamy Gouda cheeses with a slightly sweet, nutty flavor that becomes more complex as it ages on wooden shelves. At the 2007 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest held in Milwaukee, Marieke won Best of Class in the Open Class for Flavored Semi-soft Cheeses with her Foenegreek Gouda.

Indo Cafe, Los Angeles, California

Indo Cafe recently reopened after a fire destroyed the previous building. This restaurant serves rijsttafel, but they request that you call ahead if you want rijsttafel to make sure all ingredients are in house. Minimum of 4 people.

Jaarsma Bakery, Pella, Iowa

"Our family owned-and-operated bakery, located in historic Pella Iowa, has been baking delicious “Dutch Treats” for over a century. Visitors to Pella’s Annual Tulip Time Festival stand in long lines to get a taste of our famous Dutch Letters."

Java Indonesian Rijsttafel, Brooklyn, New York

Moderately priced, friendly Indonesian restaurant.

Kaas & Co, South Norwalk, Connecticut

New York Times: “Kaas & Company, owned by Justin Schenkels, an expatriate of the Netherlands, carries just about everything necessary to prepare a truly Dutch dinner — or breakfast or lunch, for that matter — right down to jarred vegetables and various jams, smoked mackerel ($12 a pound) and maatjes, or brine-cured herring ($6 a pair), all imported from the Lowlands. ”

La Tulipe Desserts, Mount Kisco, New York

Sophisticated patisserie owned by Maarten and Frances Steenman. Maarten worked as an apprentice at patisseries in Holland, France, Belgium and Norway and together they started a highly successful store in Mount Kisco, NY. Certainly not strictly Dutch, but with their background (Maarten is born in the Netherlands) and given that they sell speculaas bars around the holidays, it made our list. Since 1999.

Lee Lee Oriental Supermart, Peoria, Arizona

Lee Lee Oriental Supermart carries a fair amount of Dutch products. There are three stores in Arizona: in Peoria, in Chandler and a new one in Tucson.

Little Dutch Girl, Spring, Texas

“specializing in “Almost Everything from Holland”. The “Almost” lets us get away with a few things not 100% Dutch, such as Tom’s delicious “Fudge with the Dutch Touch” made with cocoa imported from Holland.”

Lynden Dutch Bakery, Lynden, Washington

"Lynden Dutch Bakery offers fast, friendly and courteous service. We use only the best ingredients and maintain a skilled staff to answer your questions. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service, which has earned us many valuable customers. We specialize in providing wedding cakes, cookies, pastries, 6 foot sub sandwiches and baking supplies."

Nelis' Dutch Village Theme Park, Holland, Michigan

A Dutch theme park, stores, restaurants; you name it — Holland, Michigan has it all.

Netherlands American Society of Southern California, Los Angeles, California

The aim and purpose of the Netherlands American Society of Southern California (NAS), a Dutch social club, is to provide a social environment for persons of Dutch descent or persons who have an active interest in the Netherlands, in order to communicate with one another on a regular basis about their common heritage and or interest. The Netherlands American Society of Southern California, was officially incorporated, as a non-profit organization, on February 7, 1940.

Netherlands Texas Business Association, Houston, Texas

“The purpose of the Association is to encourage and facilitate the growth of bilateral trade, Business and cultural relationships between the Netherlands and Texas.”

Netherlands-America Association of the Delaware Valley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

“Our club is a non-profit organization of Dutch and Belgian members, dedicated to celebrating Dutch and Flemish culture. While many of our members do speak Dutch, it is not a requirement and anyone with an interest in Holland or Belgium is welcome to join. We offer a variety of popular events throughout the year.”

Netherlands-American Association of Minnesota, St. Paul, Minnesota

“The Netherlands-American Association of Minnesota (NAAM) is the club where typical Dutch and ‘gezelligheid’ mix to a warm blend of friendship. On our gatherings you can freely speak Dutch if you want to, English (with an accent) is the main language. Our events often have a stand that sells real Dutch treats. It is always worthwhile to visit an event. Each event has its own character, but each event is “gezellig”. For all those who feel connected to the Netherlands, NAAM is there in Minnesota.”

Netherlands-American Society of the Rockies, Thornton, Colorado

The NASR is an non-profit organization, officially registered at the Colorado Secretary of State.

Oma's Pantry (Euro-Pacific Imports), Bethany, Oklahoma

Oma’s Pantry, also known as Euro-Pacific Imports, combines a thriving on-line store with a small Deli/Sandwich store in Bethany, Oklahoma.

Ori Deli Dutch and Oriental Market, San Jose, California

Serving the San Francisco South Bay for over 25 years with Dutch and oriental supplies. Products include drop, rusk, ontbijtkoek, speculaasjes, chocolade letters, pepernoten etc.

Pannenkoeken Cafe, Chicago, Illinois

Linda Ellis discovered Dutch pannenkoeken after a visit to the Netherlands, and successfully introduced these delicious Dutch pancakes in Chicago in a “Pannehkohken cafe”. Primarily focused on breakfast. Also does nice Belgian waffles.

Paul Schat's Bakery, Mammoth Lakes, California

Dutch Bakery in California. Erick and Paul are related, but their businesses are not affiliated.

Pondok Kaki Lima, Duarte, California

While at Pondok Kaki Lima no rijsttafel is served, it is too good not to mention it on this list. A handful of vendors get together every Saturday morning and form an Indonesian market.

Ramayani Westood, Los Angeles, California

Hertha and Jim Tan started Ramayani in 1983. Hertha is Ramayani’s maverick chef. Cooking is her passion and life. She is like an artist who spends all her time in the kitchen perfecting her favorite dishes over and over again. Thus today, you can find over 100 authentic and sumptuous Indonesian dishes on their menu in Westwood.

Rice Bowl II, Houston, Texas

Rice Bowl II, a Chinese restaurant on Bellaire near Highway 6, is owned by a ­Chinese-Indonesian man who used to own a restaurant in Bogor, outside of Jakarta. Rice Bowl II’s regular menu offers sweet-and-sour chicken, moo goo gai pan, General Joe’s chicken, and orange beef. But the waitress will bring you an Indonesian menu if you ask. Read more in this review of the Houston Press.

Satay Sarinah Restaurant, Alexandria, Virginia

Sarinah Satay House of Georgetown has provided authentic Indonesian food to connoisseurs of Asian cuisine since it opened its doors in 1985. Sarinah’s vision has always been to provide an excellent culinary experience by emphasizing food quality, service, and value. Since then, Sarinah has earned numerous awards and recognition from the restaurant industry. Sarinah Satay House moved to Alexandria in 1999 and became Satay Sarinah.

Street Organ Violanta & Johanna's Boutique Showtime, Belvidere, New Jersey

Johanna Boutique Showtime is an unique place in New Jersey. Johanna designs and creates costumes and regularly hosts music performances (see http://www.myspace.com/showtime46).

Hidden behind the store is a Dutch treasure: an 88 year old street organ, de Violanta. Visit the website to see when the streetorgan can be seen in action throughout New Jersey and beyond.

The Dutch Epicure Shop Bakery, Litchfield, Connecticut

“We are known region-wide for our European style pastries, breads, cookies and cakes made on the premises, German meats and sausages, Dutch and European cheeses, various fine teas, jams, chocolates from all over Europe, and of course Dutch food and Dutch groceries. Since 1968.”

Dutch in America.com visited The Dutch Epicure Shop Bakery in January 2010; read our review here.

The Netherland-America Foundation, New York, New York

The Netherland-America Foundation (NAF) is the leading bilateral foundation initiating and supporting high-impact exchange between the Netherlands and the United States, including the NAF/Fulbright Fellowships and programs in the arts, business, public policy and historic preservation. NAF activities provide donors and recipients with access to a broad network of educational, cultural and business organizations that exemplify Dutch and U.S. excellence in a number of disciplines.

The Old Dutch Store, Salt Lake City, Utah

The Old Dutch Store is a 26 year old store. From the site: “It offers a large variety of foods that you would find in the local Albert Heijn grocery store in Holland. The store is modeled after one of the quaint stores you would find down one of the rustic roads in a small village found in Northern Holland.”

Utopia European Bakery Café, San Luis Obispo, California

Utopia European Bakery Cafe has been Dutch Territory since 2001. Owned operated by a Dutch family, they serve many Dutch goodies including krentebollen, kaasbroodjes and many other things. If you’re doing a Highway 1 road trip this is a great stop for a bite.

Vander Ploeg Bakery, Pella, Iowa

Proud bakers of fine Dutch pastries, located in the heart of Pella, Iowa. "Dutch letters" and speculaas are some of the traditional Dutch items on the menu.

VanderVeen's The Dutch Store, Grand Rapids, Michigan

“For over 50 years, VanderVeen’s has been a premier source for Dutch products in the U.S.”

Windmill Dutch Imports, Helen, Georgia

In the small town of Helen (population 430) you’ll find Windmill Dutch Imports. For 27 years the store has provided a great selection of Dutch foods and supplies, including frozen bitterballen and kroketten, as well as paling and other delicateses. It’s about 95 miles from Atlanta, close to the border with North Carolina. Open 7 days a week, except Christmas Day. Don’t miss the October fest.