haarlemsdagbladJun 24, 2026, 06:23

Two dreams clash in court: ’t Teylertje faces closure

The owner of the Haarlem-based lunchroom 't Teylertje and its tenant appeared in court on Tuesday to resolve a dispute over the termination of the establishment's lease. The property owner seeks to convert the space into part of their private home, while the tenant is resisting the closure of the business. The lunchroom, located at the corner of the Spaarne and Bakenessergracht, now awaits a judicial decision on whether it can remain open.

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