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Great hospitality deserves real attention

There are countless ways to find places—maps, rankings, ads. But how do you know which ones are actually worth your time?

At Plekkies, we don’t feature just any spot. We carefully select places we’d personally recommend. No endless scrolling or second-guessing. Just a collection of restaurants, cafés, and bars that are genuinely great.

And when a place deserves more attention, we make sure it reaches the right people. No random ads—just thoughtful recommendations that make sense.

Because finding the right place should feel easy. And when you get there, it should feel exactly right.

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01. Pick your occasion

Whether it’s drinks, dinner, lunch, breakfast, coffee, or a night out, we know what's hot.

HOW IT WORKS

Make your choice with confidence. and skip the endless reviews. You can trust that our hospitality expertise backs every recommendation. 

03. Discover handpicked selections

Use our quick filters to narrow down your options. Need a terrace? Vegan-friendly food? A spot for flex working? It’s all there!

02. Refine your search

What makes us different?

We know how frustrating it can be to scroll endlessly through blogs, reviews, and recommendations that don’t feel trustworthy or helpful. That’s why we’ve reimagined how you discover hospitality.

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A selection you can trust

We’ve selected every location using years of hospitality expertise. No random listings, no clutter – just the best spots for every occasion.

Easy-to-use filters

With some simple steps, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for. From cozy coffee bars to juicy nightclubs, our system lets you refine your search easily.

Always up-to-date

With our event calendar, you’ll always know what’s happening at the best hotspots, without the hassle of keeping up with dozens of social media accounts.

Wait... Why no public reviews?

We get it – reviews can be helpful. But too often, they’re skewed by unfair complaints or one-off experiences that don’t reflect the real quality of a location. This is especially true for places like nightclubs, where reviews might be written by someone upset about being denied entry or removed after drinking too much.

Instead of relying on this flawed system, we’ve chosen to feature only locations that meet our high standards, based on years of firsthand experience in the hospitality industry.

But don’t worry – we still listen. If you want to suggest a hotspot, we'd love to hear about it! On the other hand, when someone has a serious, repeated issue with a location, we’re here to hear it and work with that spot to help them improve.

The city's event calendar

Your city is full of life, and we believe you shouldn’t miss a moment of it. That’s why we created the Plekkies Event Calendar – your handy tool for staying up-to-date with what’s happening in the local hospitality scene.

From live music and themed brunches to grand openings and movie nights, our calendar keeps you informed about the best events at your favorite spots. We know you’ll love this!

Co-Founder

Niek van Leeuwen

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Niek is the backbone of plekkies. With his technical skills and entrepreneurial mindset, he’s not just building the platform – he’s building the future. He thinks faster than an espresso shot kicks in and solves problems before they even exist. With a passion for design, marketing, and sales, he ensures that plekkies looks great and runs smoothly.

👉 Fun fact: Has a soft spot for perfectly aligned buttons and pixel-perfect designs.
​Co-Founder

Kylian Kruiver

Kylian lives and breathes hospitality. With over 10 years of experience – 7 of them as F&B manager – he knows the industry inside out. He’s the man with the connections, a nose for upcoming trends, and a talent for finding the best espresso martini in town. At plekkies, he keeps the platform fresh and spicy with the best locations and partnerships.

👉 Guilty pleasure: Can’t read a menu without wanting to order everything.
Marketeer

Maite Hover

Maite is always on the hunt for the newest, coolest, and most unexpected spots. Whether it’s a cozy café or a hidden cocktail bar, she’s the first to know. Not only does she fill plekkies with top recommendations, but she also makes sure everything looks 🔥 on social media. If you love her posts, make sure to let her know in the comments!

👉 Signature move: Checks out the dessert menu before deciding on the main course.
Influencer specialist

Lucas Beentjes

Lucas Beentjes

Lucas is all about making brands shine online. From social media and content creation to influencer marketing and SEO – he knows how to grow an audience without making it feel forced. His focus on nano- and micro-influencers ensures real connections and better results. Whether it’s a viral post or a smart ad campaign, he makes it work.

👉 Secret talent: Scrolls through social feeds faster than a bartender pours a shot.

The plekkies. creative team

We’re the ones making sure you never run out of great places to go. From scouting the best new spots to keeping everything running smoothly, we handle it all. Curious who’s making it happen? Look at these good-looking brains.

Our vision for the future

At Plekkies, we’re not just about helping you find great places – we’re building a community that loves and supports hospitality. Here’s what we’re working on for the future:

Personalized recommendations

We want to learn from you – what you love and what you don’t – so we can tailor suggestions that truly match your preferences.

Connected community

Together, we can celebrate hospitality and work to make it even more accessible, interactive and enjoyable for everyone.

Expand to other cities

We’re committed to evolving Plekkies to other cities and improve based on your feedback.

Create your free account & start exploring

With plekkies, you can say goodbye to endless scrolling and second-guessing. We’re here to help you discover the best your city has to offer, all in just a few clicks. So go ahead – explore, enjoy, and let us do the heavy lifting.

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