De Coterie

De Coterie is located at Theresiastraat 37 in Den Haag, in the Bezuidenhout neighborhood. Situated in the Haagse Hout district, the establishment is primarily known to the public as a restaurant. Based on available information, De Coterie is not positioned primarily as a standalone coffee bar. For readers within the coffee sector, this distinction is important, as coffee plays a supporting role within a broader hospitality offering.

De Coterie opened in July 2023, founded by three friends and young entrepreneurs. Chef Gabriel “Gabi” Gomez is mentioned in connection with the opening. The names of the other founders are not recorded in the public information reviewed. Recent guide information lists Bas Veenstra as the chef.

The concept centers on shared dining and accessible fine dining. According to their own description, the kitchen works with European and local products, combining traditional techniques with modern accents. The restaurant adopts a seasonal approach to its menu, meaning the offerings should not be seen as fixed, but as a menu that evolves throughout the year.

Information regarding coffee is limited. The website and the menu from April 2026 do not feature a separate coffee list or specific brewing methods. No public mention of filter coffee, pour-over, batch brew, or a detailed espresso menu was found. In this regard, De Coterie differs from establishments that explicitly present themselves as specialty coffee bars.

The menu does contain a few references to coffee. Under the digestifs section, “Special Coffee”s are listed, with Irish, Spanish, French, and Italian variants. Additionally, the menu features a cocktail called the “Espresso Tonkini”, described as containing tonka bean, vodka, and cream. Thus, coffee primarily appears within the categories of digestifs and cocktails.

A publicly indexed Instagram post mentions “Buscaglione coffee or tea” served with friandises for a five-course dinner. However, the official website and the reviewed menu do not explicitly name Buscaglione as the house roaster. Based on the available data, it cannot be determined which coffee partner is used structurally.

In its own description, De Coterie emphasizes European and local products. According to this information, fish is sourced from the North Sea and European waters, while meat is linked to European pastures. Herbs and flowers are hand-picked by the team in Wassenaar. The restaurant also notes that the menu shifts with the seasons.

Alongside local products, De Coterie uses products imported directly from Spain, including almonds, olives, olive oil, Pata Negra, anchovies, mojama, and red vermouth. The wine list is described as European, and the cocktails draw inspiration from various European locations. This choice gives the restaurant a clear European framework, although no public sustainability certifications have been documented.

“A few product and partner names are publicly listed. Buscaglione is mentioned in connection with coffee or tea. Holtkamp croquettes are on the April 2026 menu. Right Spirits is mentioned regarding a whisky workshop. No further certifications or formal sustainability labels were found in the researched information.”

“Alongside its regular restaurant offerings, De Coterie provides options for groups. The group information mentions lunches, drinks receptions, and dinners, including beverage packages and three-, four-, and five-course menus. This setup is typical for a restaurant that facilitates both corporate and private group events.”

“The basement provides space for gatherings. Mentioned uses range from meetings and drinks receptions to private dinners, pub quizzes, baby showers, and birthdays. For meetings, facilities such as a projector, sound system, and separate restrooms are listed. Drinks receptions can accommodate groups of up to 100 people, while pub quizzes are mentioned for groups of up to 40.”

“A concrete example of their programming was the second-anniversary celebration on July 5, 2025. This event featured a seven-course tasting menu, wine packages, a European whisky workshop by Right Spirits, live jazz, and a vinyl DJ. The wine suppliers were mentioned as a group, but not individually named.”

“Since its opening, De Coterie has garnered attention in restaurant media and city guides. Profiles and articles have appeared regarding the opening, the concept, and its location in Bezuidenhout. In January 2025, a score of 8.5 was mentioned in a restaurant selection for 2024. Gault&Millau lists De Coterie with 12/20, categorized under European and local cuisine.”

“The Michelin Guide also has a public listing for De Coterie in Den Haag. Public search results further show the establishment among additions to the Dutch guide in October 2025. These mentions place De Coterie primarily within the restaurant sector. For coffee lovers, the conclusion remains modest: coffee is available, but it is not documented as a primary, independent part of the concept.”