Restaurant 1818

Restaurant 1818 is located at Adriaen van Ostadelaan 22 in Utrecht Oost, in the Abstede neighborhood and near the Diakonessenhuis. The venue opened on January 7, 2026, in the building previously occupied by Spaghetteria. The name refers to 1818, the year Abstede became independent from Utrecht. This places the restaurant’s identity within the history of the neighborhood.

The business is publicly described as a family enterprise with six owners: Stella de Heij, Luc Dietz, Jelle Dietz, Annick Dietz, Merel Dietz, and Thijs van Kessel. Available information primarily highlights the division of tasks and backgrounds within this group. Thijs van Kessel is the chef and co-owner. He has prior experience in the hospitality industry, including more than six years at De Beurs on the Neude.

Annick Dietz also has hospitality experience, notably as a floor manager at De Beurs. Merel Dietz handles social media and events. Stella de Heij and Luc Dietz were previously owners of Adviesbureau Dietz. These details show that the company combines both hospitality and organizational experience within its ownership group.

The concept is described as local, accessible, and connected to Utrecht Oost. This positioning is also reflected in the choice of suppliers and in activities related to the neighborhood. According to the restaurant’s own information, it works with local suppliers wherever possible. Additionally, the company states that it wants to actively contribute to the community in Utrecht Oost.

The connection to the neighborhood is not just tied to the name. One example is the repurposing of old terrace tables from the previous restaurant. Through Oostkrant, these were given a new home at associations, foundations, and schools in the area. Such information shows how the restaurant publicly defines its neighborhood profile.

For coffee lovers, the drink menu is particularly relevant. Restaurant 1818 lists Mocca d’Or as its coffee supplier. A supplier announcement specifically names Koffiebranderij Mocca d’Or as the party providing the coffee. Further details regarding origin, roast profile, blends, or coffee recipes are not publicly documented in the provided material.

The drink menu features a variety of espresso-based beverages, including espresso, double espresso, cappuccino, Dutch coffee (koffie verkeerd), latte macchiato, flat white, cortado, and espresso macchiato. The menu also lists iced latte and affogato. Additionally, chai latte, matcha latte, fresh mint tea, fresh ginger tea, and regular tea are available.

The menu indicates that coffee can be served with oat milk. Whipped cream and an extra espresso shot are available as add-ons. Under the heading of special coffees, Irish, French, Spanish, Italian, Baileys, and 1818 coffee are listed. No brewing methods other than espresso-based preparations are publicly documented.

The published supplier list includes Heineken, Sligro, Bakkert, Henri Bloem, Goey-Koot, MeatClub, De IJskluis, Mocca d’Or, Bakker van Eekeren, and Smitvis. A supplier notice specifies, among others, De Bakkert and Bakker van Eekeren for bread, De Goey-Koot for fruit and juices, Henri Bloem for wine, MeatClub Utrecht for meat and chicken, De IJskluis Utrecht and Sligro for ice cream, Smitvis for fish, Mocca d’Or for coffee, and Heineken for beer.

Available information suggests that Henri Bloem, located on the same street, was recorded as a local supplier early on. However, certain aspects remain unclear. There is no specific data regarding sustainability certifications, waste policies, energy consumption, or coffee sourcing certification. Consequently, public information remains primarily focused on supplier names and general local procurement.

Restaurant 1818 has an events section listing various activities. These include a season-ending team evening, outdoor viewing of World Cup football matches starting at 10:00 PM, “De drie Diak dagen” for employees of the Diakonessenhuis, and a student deal. The “De drie Diak dagen” promotion applies to Diakonessenhuis staff on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday until September 1st, upon presentation of an employee ID.

Additionally, business dinners and group parties are listed as activities by appointment. Workshops, tastings, or exhibitions are not publicly documented. For the coffee sector, this means Restaurant 1818 is described primarily as a hospitality venue with a coffee offering, rather than a specialized coffee location with established educational or tasting-focused programming.

The opening and background of Restaurant 1818 received attention in various publications. DUIC published an article on January 25, 2026, covering the owners, the name, the opening, the concept, and the connection to the neighborhood. Oostkrant reported on December 9, 2025, that the former Spaghetteria location was being converted into Restaurant 1818, with the opening scheduled for January 7.

De Buik van Utrecht included Restaurant 1818 as a business in Utrecht Oost and published an article on January 23, 2026, about the opening and the family business. Out.of.Home Shops published an interview on February 27, 2026, which had previously appeared in Levensmiddelenkrant. No publicly documented prices or ranking designations were found in the provided material.