Restaurant Plünnhock in Haren (Ems)

Very good ambience, excellent service, nice, friendly staff, rarely served such good food. Actually 5 stars are still not enough.

The food is really quick and very tasty. The atmosphere is solidly rustic, the service is very attentive and quick. But the best thing is child-friendliness. A large selection of children's toys and painting materials and children also get an extra surprise. And the balanced buffet exclusively for children and only 10 euros per person; Really great!

Never experienced such a family-friendly restaurant. Children's buffet, a great idea, huge play area. The food was delicious, the service was on point and very friendly. Really great. We'll definitely be back :)

Unfortunately, the restaurant offers more canteen flair in the family area than the cozy ambience of previous table arrangements. We generally felt comfortable, which was probably because there wasn't that much going on that evening. The children's buffet is a great idea, but the dishes on offer are very simple. Although chips, nuggets, pasta and fish fingers are ideal for children, I would have hoped for more creativity from a restaurant. In addition, the mashed potatoes were seasoned with nutmeg - not necessarily a taste that children appreciate. Overall, a nice idea, but the implementation was just “okay”. There was significantly more choice on the adult menu compared to before. We tried a variety of dishes and the portion sizes were generous and reasonable for the prices. What doesn't fit, however, is the relationship between price and quality. For example, the chicken soup with garnish was disappointing in terms of taste, not completely rounded and not well thought out - overall just “ok”. The quality of the meat was mixed: the chicken and schnitzel were dry, while the pork fillet was fried quite well. Unfortunately, the schnitzel was also quite tough. The vegetables served with it were served with a hollandaise sauce, but it wasn't homemade, which is disappointing as it shouldn't be a big hassle. However, the Maultaschen, which were convincing in terms of taste, should be mentioned positively. However, the other supplements couldn't keep up. The fries were unconvincing and the fried potatoes were dry and partly burnt, which may have been due to the presentation in the hot pan. Overall, I would give the food a grade of 3 - okay, but not a highlight that would encourage us to visit again. In my opinion the menu is far too extensive and lacks a clear concept. Schnitzel, tarte flambée, giant cream puffs, pans that you can assemble yourself, etc. and even old dishes from the previous owner - it seems incoherent, as if you had stopped at the last few meters or you had simply packed all the guests' wishes into a menu. A noble gesture, but not appropriate for a restaurant. A positive highlight is the service, which was very friendly and accommodating that evening. Unfortunately, that's not enough to compensate for the food's weaknesses. For me, a nice example of the overall situation in the restaurant is the dessert. The idea of ​​serving it on a slate plate with a Weck glass is good at first glance. But upon closer inspection, the glass appears lost and placed somewhat carelessly on the plate. The powdered sugar that was scattered around doesn't make any sense at this point, and the spoon has been arranged as part of the decoration - which makes the overall look unfinished. Here, too, a more coherent impression could have been made with a little more effort. The cream itself was unfortunately just average, with no particular taste or sophistication. Overall, there was a certain something missing that would round off the dessert and leave the guest with a good feeling. This example clearly illustrates the impression we had of the entire evening: good approaches that are often weak in implementation. There is a lack of subtleties and a well-thought-out concept that offers guests more than just “okay”. It's a shame, because in my opinion the potential is definitely there.

We were on vacation last week, 5 adults and 3 small children. My father wanted to go out to eat and I had a subtle panic going to the restaurant with 3 small children, which meant pure stress for me. BUT it's so child-friendly here that I'm not used to in North Rhine-Westphalia. The children were able to get something to eat straight away at the children's buffet. Afterwards they played in the games corner while we could eat in peace. The service was super friendly and super relaxed despite lots of kids running around. The food was very, very tasty and the drinks were also great. Everything is just right here! Thank you for this positive restaurant experience ♡ keep it up!

Typical theme park restaurant. It is being processed. Furnishings are a matter of taste but the food is not worth the money. Everything was tasteless and greasy and overpriced. The fact that there was no heating and the outside temperature was 10 degrees didn't make it any more comfortable. No second visit planned.

A nice rustic restaurant with creative seating. We ate in "bed". Stopped for lunch on the way to the North Sea. The restaurant serves warm food throughout. Allergies and special requests are taken into account. The restaurant has its own parking lot and is located directly on the lake. The restaurant is recommended for a short break or the rooms are also set up for larger celebrations. A rest is worth it.

This is the second time we've been to Plünnhock and we're thrilled again 🎉👍 After almost a year, the friendly young man in service even recognized us 💪 Big praise for the really great service!! This is really fun! Thanks to the great advice, I now have a new, delicious favorite schnapps😋🔵🥥 See you again when we go on holiday in Haren again👌💪 Kind regards

Went there yesterday with 15 people. The kids had their own buffet (where they could start right away). There was something for everyone - meat lovers praised the beef and the concept of "your own pans" and tarte flambée meant you could put together wonderfully varied vegetarian dishes. The kids were well entertained in the games area and the nearby playground. The service was competent and friendly. WhatsApp orders come quickly. Gladly again!

Krissi's schnitzel is simply world class. Definitely try it out. It should definitely be added to the map. And above all the service (Krissi) is super nice. Many greetings from the “Sauerlanders”

Krissi's schnitzel is simply world class. Highly recommended.🤩 It should be added to the map.

The food was super tasty 😋 There were plenty of surprises for the grandchildren, very child-friendly 👍👍 Always my pleasure. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Very friendly staff with children no problem. There is also a play area for the little ones. The food was very good 👍 and arrived quickly even though it was full.

We ate with you for the second time. Come back next year. Food was great, there was nothing to complain about. Keep it up.

We were there with 3 children and the children's buffet was just great. We adults also enjoyed the food very much. The service was also great. Really recommended, especially with smaller children. We'd love to come back.

Food was tasty but not a huge highlight, the interior was a bit bare for our taste and we would have liked a little quiet background music. We loved the children's corner and generally the incredibly child-loving service staff Chiara and Chrissy 🫶🏼

Very good cuisine and very friendly staff.

We've eaten out every time we've been on vacation for years. Just been disappointed today. Pork cold and raw. After asking to change this, everything would be correct, otherwise the chef would have to come. Thank you, never again!

We had dinner with 12 people and everything was served at the same time and without errors. The food was very good and tasty. The prices are higher, but if the origin of the food is good, I'm happy to pay that (unfortunately, as a customer, that's never easy to understand). But the quality is very good and portion sizes are also good. The staff is definitely on point and very friendly.

On September 28th, 2024, our family (7 people) stopped here after prior reservation for our 50th wedding anniversary as part of a 3-day stay in the Schloß Dankern theme park. A great, rustic restaurant with very nice, attentive service. All the dishes we ordered from the extensive menu were super tasty and very well portioned. The meat and vegetables were cooked to perfection. The drinks are well tempered. Thank you very much, we will definitely come back again.

Everyone was super friendly, the food was very tasty and it is absolutely child-friendly 😃

It really is like many have already written. Great service, exceptionally good food and really fond of children. And for all lovers of special spirits: you should let us show you the treasures at the bar. You won’t find any “off-the-shelf goods” there! We'll definitely be back.

Very, very friendly and competent staff, great ambience, food was great, homemade lemonades are also recommended. Very happy again.

Eating here is a real joy, children are totally pampered and welcome. Great team, great food. We'd love to come back.

We sat very comfortably in beach chairs at the beach bar. The cocktails were all very tasty and the service was very friendly. We didn't have any food, just lots and lots of cocktails 🍸

We ate there this evening despite a larger company, we were served quickly, the staff was very nice and attentive, the food was super tasty and very good portion sizes, quality was very high quality, the food was freshly cooked and very tasty, our children thought the children's buffet was great, it was also fresh, warm and tasty, Price appropriate, a really great restaurant and a really great play area where the kids could play. We'll definitely be back. Kind regards, the Twiehaus family

Food, service, ambience all very good. We have been going to Plünnhock for over 30 years. There were already a few other owners at that time. Rainer Sommer took over Dankern..... Plünnhock 1-2 years ago. Food and drinks have become more expensive again and there is less on the plate.

Friendly staff, hearty, really tasty food and a great play area for children. Absolutely recommended!

Not recommended. Had been missing there

Absolutely bad service, food okay, children's buffet... Actually only fried foods... Not a single lettuce leaf in sight... Even cold fries upon arrival... I remembered it much better

About the new owner: Quality is still excellent. The menu and opening times have been expanded. Service is still good. The price has become a little more expensive. And you just have to forego the suckling pig buffet now. The whole ambience is "different", which doesn't have to be a negative thing, but you have to like it To the previous owner: Excellent restaurant with very courteous and attentive staff. Tastefully decorated. You can also taste that the food is freshly prepared and of high quality. This is worth the slightly higher price. Drinks are a bit expensive in some cases. There are regular activities such as buffets and family evenings. Absolute recommendation! Reservation makes sense.

Absolutely recommended! It was an absolute pleasure, especially with our child. Staff that love children like this is absolutely rare and I would advise all parents to eat here. The food is delicious, the people are simply warm and the atmosphere is very special! The schnitzel evening is an enrichment :)

Super friendly and a great meal. The price was also fair. We'll be back. Thank you ☺️

10/10! The food was super tasty and on the table very quickly 👌🏽 Great play area for the children. Generally very satisfied with the staff, would love to come back!

The place looks great . Our waiter couldn't explain anything , dont know why . Food was average.

Great restaurant, with a great selection, delicious food, very friendly staff and overall very child-friendly. 100% recommendation!

If you're looking for really good food, nice service and a great ambience, this is the place for you. The "Erwin" table No. 13 is a great story. If you come as a couple, you should ask whether the "Erwin" table is still free/already free. We will definitely come by again and can only recommend that everyone take a new picture of the Plünnhock. Thank you for the lovely evening with delicious homemade lemonade and cellar beer on tap. Thanks.

Delicious food, nice places both outside and inside. Great service

A really great restaurant. Quaintly cozy. The staff was extremely nice and accommodating. We were there with our dog. Even the dog was provided with water. The food was nice and hot, the vegetables were nice and crunchy and the meat was super tender. WE'LL LOVE TO COME BACK.

Had a mega holiday thanks to the Plünnhock... Whether it was the food, atmosphere, cleanliness, friendliness, service - it was just great. From start to finish, from starter to dessert, we felt well looked after and looked after. Thank you dear Plünnhock team, thank you for a successful evening.

This restaurant is in a beautiful location, Exactly opposite the beautiful long beach in Haren. From the menu, the small Schnitzel with a small salad and Bratkartoffeln for the nice price of € 12.50 is definitely recommended. And the ice cream menu with more than 19 delicious coupes, should not be missed.

Very great restaurant with extremely courteous staff. We really enjoyed the meal and the dessert. With some of the most tender meat we have ever eaten. Very child-friendly and absolutely recommended.

We were there on Wednesday August 15th with 3 adults and 3 children for Rodizio dinner. All around a wonderful evening! An absolute highlight of our vacation.

Great service and super child-friendly. Our dog also got his money's worth. Food is also very tasty.

The food was excellent, especially the Rodizio. The service was extremely friendly and attentive. In the evening the restaurant is particularly pleasant and atmospheric. Highly recommended!

Very tasty food and great rodizio. I have rarely seen the service so nice and cheerful. Great restaurant!!!

Were at Plünnhock Essen today. At first it was very difficult to find the way and everything on the way was parked by the bathers who were at the lake. Various barriers to the restaurant were closed, so we had to find the way to get to our destination. Finally we arrived late. The order was placed quickly and from then on it took a while until the food was at the table because the team in the kitchen and in service were understaffed. The food itself was delicious and was super hot, which is rare in a restaurant. Salad was very fresh and beautifully served in a glass with delicious dressing. Big compliment for the kitchen. A nice ice cream sundae for dessert. Thumbs up. If we're in the area again we'll come back.

A nice restaurant. Food is super tasty, service is top! There is a children's buffet and children's area with toys, coloring books, etc I can only recommend it!

Great location. We were there for dinner with 3 children and 3 adults. There is a small buffet for the children where they can help themselves to hot dogs, fries and much more. The food was great and there was also a large selection, so that everyone could get their own taste. The ambience was great and the large outdoor terrace also invites you to sit and sit. So we were all super happy. What we found very cool was the ice box for dessert for the kids. Once they had finished the ice cream, they were able to wash out the treasure chest and fill it with sweets. Great job.👍

Delicious food for a good price, just across the border. Lots of choice in dishes.

Unfortunately we had a bit of bad luck with the staff, to be precise a slightly older, bespectacled lady who was in a really bad mood. In addition, the price of the children's menu increased by 50% within a year. The fried potatoes were weak, the meat was quite good. Instead, there is a very uncomfortable new seating arrangement, which gives the formerly cozy restaurant a touch of a youth hostel. This is certainly involuntary.

The food was very tasty, the children enjoyed the children's buffet, very nice service, we would like to come back

Delicious food in a rustic atmosphere.

My parents-in-law had previously been to Plünnhock with their children and last year we and the children automatically received a treasure chest with ice cream after their meal, which they could clean after the ice cream and fill it with a few sweet treats. This year, according to the service, the treasure chest costs €2.50 per child, or €5, and if it is filled with goodies, another €2.50. When we asked the waitress, we were told that this was now being done due to the price increase. We don't understand that because the children remember something like that and it's also a small highlight. Especially since small children also ask and as parents you have to explain it. Everything is always taken away from the children. We also had to pay 2.50 for still water because the waitress didn't want the children to drink the still water they had brought with them. For children who are 8 to 10 or older and who already drink soft drinks, it's ok, but for children who are 3 and 5 who don't drink soft drinks yet, we don't understand this either. I believe in the long term, some families will stay away and prefer to cook in the holiday homes. The seating arrangement was also like in a beer garden. Tables were right next to each other, so you had to sit right next to strangers. I doubt whether the new arrangement is that good, since the families would like to sit alone and not right next to strangers who can hear every word. The private distance is then not maintained. Nevertheless, the ambience and the food are super delicious

I ordered the dish “Ein Fuhre M*st” (if spelled in full, Google will block the review), which consists of chicken, round, pork and vegetables with fried potatoes. Delicious. Service was nice and everything was perfect. Thank you!

Were here for the Rodizio. Unfortunately, a complete absence. The menu has nothing to do with Rodizio - schnitzel, smoked pork and dry, over-seasoned chicken were served. Side dishes were fried potatoes and fries. Quality is ok, but a complete sham.

Unfortunately things have slowed down with the new tenant.

The food is to die for. Thank you for the lovely evening.

Absolutely awesome. Never had schnitzel so good! Great atmosphere, really cozy and incredibly child-friendly. Great team!!! We were allowed to live next door in the holiday home for a week. It's a shame we're leaving tomorrow. Gladly again soon.

Very tasty, perfectly fried food! Waiters attentive and accommodating! Simply a perfect experience! We will be back!

Simply wonderful, very nice, I'd love to come back ❤️

Yesterday we waited at least 10 minutes at the entrance to the terrace. At least 4/5 staff came by several times, but no one bothered to come to us to indicate whether a table was available. It was busy but when we walked to the car, guests were already leaving so there were probably options available. Ended up eating somewhere else. Very indecent! Edition after company response: What a pity this reaction...I assume that guests are not supposed to push 2 tables together themselves? And even if that were the case; If you see that people are waiting for so long, why not take the time to ask if you can help them? Especially if there are five of you... Edit after second company response; What you wrote is not correct, but I like the idea. You won't see us again, but I wish you the best of luck.

The food was delicious, the service was excellent, the children's buffet was unique. The children wanted to go back the next day. Even our Pepsi 🐕 was thought of 🥰 We will definitely come back on our next vacation.

This was our second time there. Always on a Dankern holiday. The food there is delicious and plentiful. And the staff is nice. Pleasant atmosphere. The prices are reasonable.

Saturday, July 20, 2024: Incredibly hot that day. Over 30 degrees at the lake. In the afternoon we really wanted a coffee and a currywurst fries. The waiter says, “We don’t have currywurst on the menu.” Slight disappointment for us, but we get a coffee. After 2 minutes the waiter comes back to the table: "I asked in the kitchen. Of course you can get currywurst fries." Sure, bring it on! Really tasty, we were very satisfied. Dear catering industry: You can learn a lesson at “Plünnhock”: that’s how service works! By the way, the coffee was amazing, sorry for the flippant word. Great atmosphere, really good service, full 5 stars from us.

If you could give 10 stars 🌟 we would. The food and service are simply wonderful! Super friendly and attentive staff! And simply perfect for families with children! Children's buffet for a great course - no complaining or whining about what anyone wants to eat! Plus a dessert (treasure chest) for only €2.50 - an ice cream 🍨 then the box is handed in and the kids can fill it with sweets themselves! Simply great! Thank you for your family-friendly concept!

Very tasty food, very good and fast service. Everything tasted incredibly good.

Friendly staff and very good food. We always enjoy coming here.

Great food service bomb Children were even allowed into the kitchen

Plünnhock used to be much better.

Cozy place. Service and atmosphere are nice. The menu however is really overwhelming: there are hundreds of options to choose from. If the restaurant would offer fewer options they could make the food more refined. Now its just o.k. I had a salad which was a bit bland; There was both fish and beef in it but the dressing was supportive of the beef, the fish was overpowered by it.

On our way to Holland we found this beautiful place on Lake Danker. The restaurant is furnished in a very rustic way and invites you to linger. Since we were allowed to stay the night upon request, the beer wasn't non-alcoholic either 😁 The staff is nice and courteous and also told many anecdotes. The food has unusual names, but it's absolutely appropriate for a former pigsty and extremely tasty 😁😁 Children are also catered for and it's also pleasant without children because the areas are separate 😀 so all in all we can only recommend it 😀

Price-performance ratio doesn't fit. We waited almost 2 hours for the food with a small child...we won't go there again

TOP service, very tasty food & an attractive ambience. We had a really nice evening, were served very nicely and warmly and the food was just really delicious! We can't say anything negative. The restaurant is also very child-friendly, with a children's buffet, large play area and delicious child-friendly food! 5 stars more than deserved! ⭐️

Where should I start now...... The atmosphere is very nice and the concept is very family friendly. There is a separate guest room for families with children, a large and well-stocked games corner. We also thought the children's buffet was great. Due to a lack of registration it couldn't be offered today, but a great alternative was offered. The staff is very friendly and understands humor, it was a very pleasant evening! The food was very good and the menu leaves nothing to be desired. The drinks menu is also very extensive!!! We are already looking forward to the next visit!

Nicely furnished with a play area for the children. Fast service, good food.

We had dinner with you on May 19th. It was very tasty and very nicely presented. The staff was super nice. You immediately feel very comfortable. All wishes were fulfilled without any ifs and buts. Thank you for this lovely evening. We'll definitely be back.

FRESH IS DIFFERENT. SALAD WAS NEVER HOMEMADE, RATHER FROM THE BAG. LETSCHO INSTEAD OF PAPRIKA FRESH WITH PAPRIKA SCHNITZEL. WE WILL NOT COME BACK.

Super delicious food! Incredibly nice service and beautiful house! One of the best restaurants I've ever been to!

Just really good. Food great, service great. Big congratulations to everyone! We'll be back with pleasure!!!

Unfortunately, after many years, the organization obviously hasn't earned a single star. The reservation was squandered and then a cheap excuse was made. And that’s with a reservation for 22 people on a Sunday. Regret nil. Simply an impudence

Incredibly, a reservation for Pentecost was “forgotten”. Our group was sent away emotionlessly. One star is still significantly overrated.

In 20 years, our group of 20 people have been "unloaded" from the Plünkock on Whitsunday. This is unbelievable. I predict the restaurant's bankruptcy.

A wonderful rustic restaurant with great service and quality food. The kitchen is flexible, the service is very good and the food and drinks (be sure to follow the recommendations) are very tasty. We love coming back here again and again!

It was a cozy evening Always my pleasure

The food was very tasty and the service was cheerful and courteous. We would love to come back!

A great restaurant in a great location! I think it's nice that - the dishes are a little different from the usual - Dogs are not only allowed there but are actually welcome - the service is very friendly and competent I'd love to come back!!!

It was a wonderful evening. Dominik's recommendations were a blast.

A very nice restaurant, with friendly staff and super nice to children. Great value for money and the food was simply great! We will definitely come back when we vacation here.

We were looked after so well today and were then served dessert with a little show. Thank you for that 🥰

Very hospitable restaurant. You notice you are welcome... Even the table reservation is made personally via email. We only wanted to go there for one evening, which then turned into three... And we keep coming back. The staff is totally on their toes and super nice. The latest experience is the christening of the pütten, which was hosted by Dominique...

Delicious cake, coffee doesn't taste that good. Is too strong.

On my walk around Lake Danker I had the problem that all public toilets were closed, so I asked this restaurant if I could please use the toilet. I was refused this on the grounds that they had just been cleaned and it would then have to be done again. Very inhumane. The statement: restaurant with heart is probably not true. I wouldn't come here to eat again after this treatment, even if I actually planned to.

Very nice, committed and child-friendly staff. Food top. Unfortunately it was only “discovered” on the last day of vacation. Next time we will definitely be here again one or two times. Thank you!!

I think the ambience is very nice, I love it when the ambience is a bit older. Service was extremely friendly and quick at the same time. After ordering, my 7 year old son was shown where to find the buffet. My special request that the vegetables should be left out and that I would like braised onions was immediately accepted and changed without any problems. Dealing with older people is really sweet. Our meals were top.

Unfortunately only three stars. It was probably the Easter weekend but the vegetables were hard, the hot dogs were first sold out and then cold. I was hoping for more.

Bike tour with 4 people. Get a table without a reservation. Great service, German/Dutch/English, no problem at all. Food was very good, although there was no á la carte because of Easter. Still had a good selection. The food and service were worth a good tip for us. We'd love to come back again.

We spontaneously went to the schnitzel buffet at Plünnhock with our two children and our teenage godchild. Our children's comment after the super nice waitress invited them to inspect the kitchen: "No one cooks as well as Rainer!"

Very courteous service and absolutely delicious food😍. If you haven't eaten the rump steak on the hot stone, you have to visit the restaurant again 👍🏻 🤤

Food was super tasty. Reasonably priced. Dessert (ice cream sundae) unfortunately very disappointingly small for the price. Otherwise friendly staff and schnitzel very tasty.