Amsterdamsestraatweg

GYS is a cosy and down-to-earth restaurant where we serve 100% organic food and drinks prepared with 100% enthusiasm. We are always looking for warm and creative people with an enthusiasm for food and giving people a good and tasty time to come join us. Below you can find current job openings. Cannot find what you’re looking for but think you would be a great addition to our team? Just send us your motivation and CV to 

The cooks at GYS are the creative brain behind our gluten-free and plant-based menu. Our team has the ambition to elevate plant-based food to the next level. Are you passionate about food and know your way around plant-based and gluten-free food? Or are you excited to learn more about this? Then we are looking for you. Our kitchen team is looking for part-time & full-time colleagues to become part of our close-knit, energetic and enthusiastic team.

Do you have years of experience in the kitchen? Or perhaps not yet, but do you have a big passion for food and would love to start your career in the kitchen? We would love to hear from you! Send us your CV and tell us why you would love to work at GYS. Send your details to 

The floor team is the heart of GYS. Our enthusiastic and always-smiling waitstaff ensures that our guests enjoy tasty food and drinks in a cosy and down-to-earth atmosphere. Our team is what makes GYS feel like a home for our guests. We are always looking for enthusiastic and eager-to-learn people to join our close-knit team. Are you excited about learning? Would you love to learn how to create the most amazing looking latte or tasty cocktails? Do you know your way around serving tables, or not yet but would you love to learn? We are looking for new colleagues (part-time/full-time - weekdays/weekends - days/evenings) to become part of team GYS.

Excited about becoming part of GYS' team? Send your motivation and CV to: 

Our team is the heart of GYS

Jobs at GYS

The sad sandwich days are over!

Spicy Vegan Tostada's 

Sometimes the best part of a workout is the well-deserved treat that comes after! Whether you are looking for a yummy vegan protein snack to regain energy, your favourite coffee with a sweet vegan treat, or a comforting vegan lunch, we’ve got you covered.

After all the hard work you put into taking care of your body, it's always nice to know that we work just as hard to create delicious 100% organic food that is guaranteed to nourish your system. Everything we make is created using 100% organic raw ingredients. This means our menu is not only vegan, gluten-free and organic, but it's also 100% clean and homemade comfort food. Perfect for replenishing your system after a workout.


So, if you want to give your system some sweet post-workout self-care in the best way possible, book a table and come visit us next time you’ve worked up a sweat. Here are a few of our post-workout favourites:

The Ultimate Afternoon Break

Vegan Gys Coffee

Loaded Hummus 

The Hungry Vegan Favourite

30 sweet minutes all to yourself 

Vegan carrot cake & coffee

For all colourful lunch lovers

Vegan Sandwich Filet American 

Taste our new colourful menu 

Fresh, vegan and full of life

A little bit of self-care

Post-Workout Treat 

Just about everything has changed about the way we work these days, and at GYS we are absolutely here for it. One of the changes we love the most is that we can all enjoy coworking, working remotely, or working from home. This means there is no end to all the gorgeous places, food and faces you can enjoy while getting in those hours: like coworking at GYS.

At GYS you are always welcome to come work for a few hours or even the whole day. Just think of it as working from home with better coffee, gorgeous vegan comfort food, and those easy coffee shop vibes.

Spring afterwork mocktails

Take The Afternoon Off

At GYS you can always count on having a strong internet connection and power outlets close. We even put in extra power outlets under our garden parasols, so you can spend your spring and summer working outdoors on our terrace garden, without blinding your screen in the sun. Lunch mocktails anyone? 

Would you like to join us for some coffee shop coworking? You are absolutely welcome to pop by anytime. If you would like to know for sure that your favourite spot will be free all day, you can also reserve your spot at GYS and enjoy special coworking offers by booking through 

Not sure which location suits you the most? Click here and go to 

 to see where you would like to work next. 

A relaxing day at work

Coffee Shop Coworking

We simply love bliss balls! They are an amazing healthy treat, easy to make, and even easier to bring along with you to keep hangriness at bay. Perfect for Spring adventures! Here is a home-friendly version of our much-loved Bliss Balls with a little extra protein in the mix for all our hungry vegan friends: 



Ingredients:
• 2x cup of plain almonds
• 1 1/2 cup Medjool dates
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 5 tbsp natural peanut butter
• Vanilla extract
• 6 tbsp organic cocoa powder
• pinch of cinnamon
• Shredded coconut

*please have extras on hand, you might need a bit extra to get the right consistency or flavour for you.



Method
Put all the ingredients, other than the coconut, in a food processor. Let it run until the mix is a smooth putty-like substance (think smooth and moldable like kiddy clay or playdough). You might need to break the mix up a bit in between or add some extra dates or cocoa to get it to be the right consistancy, but mostly just give it a little time to run smooth.

Remove the mix and roll it into nice bite-size balls. Then, roll the balls around in the shredded coconut until covered and pop them in a mason jar. You can enjoy these for many weeks to come if you keep them in a cool and dry place. 

Low on time to make your own sweet treats? No worries, book your sweet treat here:

Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter 

Recipe: Bliss Balls

Ever wondered what to give as a gift? Are you looking for the perfect bachelorette experience or an unforgetable baby shower? We have the answer: Vegan High Tea. Our Vegan High Tea is a lovely way to celebrate great news, life’s little successes or simply show you care. And of course, it’s vegan and gluten-free (optional).

100% organic, vegan and gluten-free 

Afternoon tea & cakes 

Make your special occasion extra sweet with our Vegan High Tea. Enjoy a celebration filled with gorgeous vegan and gluten-free patisserie, that absolutely everyone will love. All our cakes and treats are made just right, right here in our restaurant in Utrecht. Would you like to have a custom made vegan High Tea experience for your special event? Just send us an email: 

Our Vegan High Tea is not only vegan and gluten-free (optional) but also 100% organic and homemade using all our own tried and true recipes. This means you get all the joy and sweetness without any guilt. It’s a High Tea experience that is guaranteed to make you, your loved ones and the planet very happy.  Gift your loved ones what they truly want: a memorable food experience with you. 

Vegan High Tea

The Sweetest Vegan Gift

All the new vegan protein replacements on the planet still can’t beat our collective vegan favourite: Hummus. It's the gift that keeps on giving. And, after years of loyal service and saving vegans from hunger and desperation time and time again, we still can’t get enough.


That’s why we decided to sexify this much-loved classic with gorgeous oven veggies, (vegan) feta, fresh herbs and freshly baked organic bread. And don't worry, we always serve more than enough hummus for the dipping. Come taste yours next time you're getting a little hangry. Loaded Hummus is always a great idea.

Hummus, yay but not today? Here are a few other of our lunch favourites:

It’s Friday. Time to close that laptop, ditch the work stress and replace them for laughs and drinks on our garden terrace. The best place to spend spring and summer evenings. Our garden terrace on the Amsterdamsestraatweg has sun all day and evening, with big white parasols for anyone who loves a bit of shade. Making it the perfect place to end the week with a cocktail or beer in hand and the sun on your face.

Spring evenings start with cocktails 

Cocktails on our garden terrace 

Finding it hard to leave your workweek behind? You’re not alone. So, we created a cute little 20% discount to give everyone that little extra incentive to take a step back, relax and let the weekend begin. Get yours here:

Friday After Work Drinks 

The weekends starts here

Gone are the days of stressful and stuffy first dates over an awkward five-course dinner. These days it’s all about casual coffee dates. And we all know why. It's a great way to meet your date for the first time with no stress and all the ease. It’s also a great way to show a little bit more about yourself: the types of places you like to go to, how you drink your coffee (very important) and your idea’s about food. It's also a great way to find out how they treat the wait staff (swipe left if they are nasty!).

The best part of a good coffee date is comfort. If you and your date are not on the same level, you can always just exit smoothly after one coffee. But what if the date goes really really well? We got you. The thing that makes GYS a great date location is that we are open all day. That means that coffee can easily turn into vegan snacks, cocktails and dinner if you guys hit it off. No awkward location changes needed. Here are some of our tips and date ideas:

Start casual and easy, maybe with a coffee in the late afternoon. Pick a cute corner and let us do the rest. GYS has a pretty casual ambience so you are sure to feel at ease, and your date will too. 

So, this date is going really well. Turns out they are hotter than you thought they’d be in looks and conversation. There is ease and laughter, but as the coffee slowly disappears maybe it’s time to move it to our garden terrace. There you can share some vegan finger food and perhaps a cocktail (or mocktail) or two with the sun on your face. 

The drinks are flowing and so is the conversation. No one has any intention of leaving any time soon. One of you suggests dinner as plates of gorgeous food are being served around you. Just like that, you find yourself on a spontaneous dinner date with your cute first date: the night is young.

An amazing evening starts with vegan comfort food

Vegan date nights 

Tips for an easy going first date

Coffee: the new dating 

Coffee house playlist

An Easy Afternoon

We would love to introduce you to our brand new menu. Our team of talented and hardworking chefs have really given this one their all, and we couldn't be more proud. They have created a vegan, gluten-free and 100% organic menu filled with nourishing comfort food, desserts and sweet treats that taste and look amazing. All while nourishing the body and soothing the soul.

Everything we serve is made from 100% raw organic ingredients in our own kitchen. That means that you get the freshest and best that organic food has to offer. It's a difference you can not only taste but also see because we all deserve some eye candy too. We’d love to introduce you to a few of our personal favourites:

Smokey vegan steak tartaar 

Full Of Color, Full Of Flavour 

When it comes to dessert, at GYS we believe more is definitely more. Our new dessert menu is overflowing with guiltless pleasures that everyone can enjoy and no one needs to share. With a menu full of vegan, gluten-free, homemade and 100% organic desserts, it's time to ditch the old idea that pleasure needs to come in moderation.


So come and indulge yourself in some guilt-free desserts at GYS. We would love to show you just how good desserts can be. Perhaps you too will discover that dessert pleasure really can be good for you.

Guiltless pleasure

Why Share? 

Everyone loves a good night of cocktails, friends and silly laughter. So, let's get together with our best friends and allow the sun and drinks to go to our heads. Obviously, all our cocktails are vegan and 100% organic. We even have a broad selection of gorgeous Mocktails for anyone who is driving or not able to partake.

Relax with some drinks 

After Work Drinks 

It’s officially time to text the crew of friends you haven't seen for too long, and pencil in some cocktail night self-care and fun. If you still need convincing, here are a few of our favourites:

Cocktail night

Let's Get Silly 

Everyone can grow their own veggies! You don't have to be a permaculture expert, garden owner, or even have green fingers to enjoy growing your own veggies at home with ease.

All you need is some soil, some seeds, and a bit of water, and your veggies will start popping out of the ground in a few days. It really is magic. Yes, this option is also open to all windowsill gardeners and balcony lovers too!

That being said, not all veggies like the same things and some can be a little bit moody. So we decided to put together a list of the easiest and best veggies to grow yourself, with minimal effort and maybe even minimal light.

Here's a list of our fav veggies to grow at home:

• Spinage
• Radishes
• Chard
• Rucola
• Eikenbladsla (for those who want a little more challenge)

These crops are tasty, easy, hearty, and will grow multiple times throughout spring, summer, and perhaps even a bit of autumn.
Just grab some organic soil and seeds down at the Ecoplaza or your favourite market & grow your own. 

More in the mood to join us for dinner? No worries: 

The best veggies to grow at home

DIY Kitchen Tip

Gluten-free dining

Amazing Food, Minus The Gluten 

Food story: organic bread

Fresh From Our Local Baker

We would love to introduce you to our brand new menu. Our team of talented and hardworking chefs have really given this one their all, and we couldn't be more proud. They have created a vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free and 100% organic menu filled with nourishing comfort food, desserts and sweet treats that taste and look amazing. All while feeding the body and soothing the soul.

Everything we serve is made from 100% raw organic ingredients in our own kitchen. That means that you get the freshest and best that organic food has to offer. It's a difference you can not only taste but also see. We’d love to introduce you to a few of our personal favourites:


New Vegan Dinner Menu 

Full Of Flavour, Full Of Life 

It’s the end of the workday. Time to close that laptop, ditch the work stress and replace them for laughs and drinks on our garden terrace. The best place to spend relaxing spring and summer evenings. Our garden terrace on the Amsterdamsestraatweg has sun all day and evening, with big white parasols and blankets for anyone who loves the shade or gets a little cold. It's the perfect place to end the workday with a cocktail or beer in hand as the sun goes down. 

We love a challenge, and our kitchen crew is always up for getting creative. After years of creating and recreating fabulous vegan dishes, there were few food experiences left missing on our plant-based menu. Our vegan menu is full of vibrant flavours and vegan comfort food that far surpasses trying to replicate an old-fashioned diet. But one request still remained:

As believers in healthy unprocessed plant-based food. All of our dishes are created in our own kitchen from scratch using 100% organic raw ingredients. That meant not only creating a plant-based steak but also creating a new recipe that did not involve chemical processing, additives or 'fake meat'. A challenge indeed.

Now, we are proud to introduce you to our new vegan favourite, the Shroom Steak. A juicy, tasty, and vibrant plant-based steak.

Wanna taste? Book your table now and join us for a vegan steak dinner:

Juicy vegan shroom steak

Our New Favourite

The sound of summer evenings 

Indie Summer Tunes

We have all heard people say that eating organic is really good for you. But one big question remains: Why exactly? Time to break it down and share a few of our favourite reasons to eat organic. This time focussing on personal health. 

Organic foods are foods that are grown ‘clean’ and toxin-free without the use of pesticides, antibiotics, and unnatural fertilisers. The soil organic food is grown in, contains more nutrients and natural probiotics, which are then passed on to the food we eat. How our food is grown or raised can have a major impact on our mental and physical health as well as the environment. So, how exactly does what we eat affect us… read on for more.

Having some hormone issues? The answer could be in what you eat. Pesticides in food are known to cause hormone disruption and have been found to cause fertility- and cycle disruption too. Don’t worry, this issue is divided equally. Some of our favourite pesticides to put on food have been directly linked to diminished sperm quality and weaker male fertility. Sadly, washing your veggies doesn’t really help. Pesticides do not just lay on top of your veggies like a layer of make-up. These foods are grown in pesticide rich soil, in a pesticide rich environment. They are simply full of it. This doesn't really help your appetite does it. So what’s the good news? 

Additional studies have linked eating more organic foods directly to improved fertility and hormone balance. So, if you want a see a change in that raging PMS or other hormonal issues such as fertility issues, mood balance disorders such as anxiety and depression. Start simple, and up your organic food intake slowly. Food is medicine.

Okay, so we kind of mentioned this part already, but hormones are not the only part of your health that is positively impacted by eating more organic foods. Eating organic lowers your urinary pesticide levels. This in turn improves fertility, hormone cycles and birth outcomes. But eating organic foods also reduces your chances of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and breast cancer. Eating organic food is also known to lower your BMI and reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes. Eating organic is not only good because of the absence of pesticides. Organic foods are full of antioxidants, and antioxidants are champions in promoting overall better al better health. That’s the power of clean and organic food.

Okay, so organic food isn’t just great for your health, it also tastes better? That sounds a little subjective, doesn’t it? But wait. It has been tested and proven that when a plant grows organically without pesticides, it’s taste is enhanced as well. Studies show that higher antioxidant levels (that healthy stuff in organic foods) also affect the food's “organoleptic qualities”. Also known as the taste, aroma, and mouth sensations of the food we eat. That settles it once and for all. Organic food actually does taste better.

Yes, it’s true. If you grow veggies in nutrient-dense and healthy soil that is full of life, then your food will be nutrient-dense, tasty, healthy and full of life too. Organic foods have been tested and found to have higher levels of healthy antioxidants and probiotics and depending on the fruit or veggie, they can even have a higher nutritional value. That settles it, eating organic, when you can, really is better for your health. Who wants ‘empty’ foods full of pesticides now? Not us. That is why we have been serving 100% organic food from day one.

Why is it important to lower our toxin intake? Well, the body is this amazing filter machine. But if you put too many toxins in it, it can get clogged. And when your body's filter gets clogged up, it becomes unable to remove toxins from your system. As a result, you get sick (cancer, autoimmune disease, fertility issues, mood disorders, the list goes on). These days there are toxins just about everywhere. This means that reducing our toxin intake is a pretty solid plan for all of us. 

When we say ‘reducing our toxin intake’ are we actually talking about ‘detoxing’ with expensive juices and teas? Absolutely not. The best way to detoxify your system is not with shakes or with juices. In fact, these treatments can be quite a shock to our system. Luckily for us, our bodies are a lot smarter than we are when it comes to detoxifying. In fact, our bodies are so ingenious at cleaning and detoxing themselves, all we need to do is to reduce our toxin intake. All we need to do is step aside and let our bodies do what they do best; removing toxins and protecting us from harm.

You can start to lower your toxin intake quite simply by introducing more organic foods into your diet. Another great way is to go for organic and non-toxic cleaning and personal self-care products. You might even go pro and get yourself a nice water filter for the home, or skip those plastic water bottles altogether. 

Luckily for us, when it comes to toxins, every little bit you skip, makes for a healthier body and mind. So, don't throw in the towel. Babysteps really will win this race.

5 reasons to eat organic 

So Why Exactly?

Some recipes just work better at home. Like the Sleepy Time Latte. This has got to be one of our favourite bedtime rituals ever. Remember that rosy feeling you got as a kid after a day at the beach? Prepare to feel like that every evening before you drift off to sleep. This Sleepytime Latte is super easy, supports deep and relaxed winter sleep, and boosts cosy vibes. It's also an ideal sleepy time drink to get the kids to sleep too.

Ingredients:
• 1 tablespoon of Lavender flowers
• 1 tablespoon of Camomile flowers
• 1 teaspoon of Cinnamon
• Agave or local honey to taste
• 1 cup of plant milk ( we love coconut or almond for this one)
• 1 tiny pinch of sea salt

Method
Get into your pyjamas or cosiest outfit. Warm all ingredients (other than the sweetener) in a little pan until simmering. Pour the mix through a sieve and into your favourite mug, add some sweetener to taste, and enjoy!

Wil je nog meer leuke recepten? Probeer anders deze recepten een keertje uit:

Our secret recipe (oeps) 

Recipe: Vegan Buffalo Wings 

Recipe: Sleepy Time Latte

For a gentle nights sleep 

Food story: organic GYS beer

Locally Brewed 

Active evening tunes

Soul & Blues Playlist

Positieve Morning Energy 

Sunny vibes Playlist 

Vegan, gluten-Free & 100% organic 

Vegan Pancake Breakfast

Just about everything has changed about the way we work these days, and at GYS we are absolutely here for it. One of the changes we love the most is coworking, working remotely, or working from home. This means there is no end to all the gorgeous places, food and faces you can enjoy while getting in those hours; like coworking at GYS.

At GYS you are always welcome to come work for a few hours or even a whole day. Just think of it as working from home with better coffee, gorgeous vegan comfort food, and those easy coffee shop vibes.

Would you like to join us for some coffee shop coworking? You are absolutely welcome to pop by anytime. You can also book a table wherever and whenever you like. But if you would like to know for sure that your favourite spot will be free all day, you can reserve your spot at GYS and enjoy special coworking offers by booking through 

Not sure which location suits you the most? Just click on 

Coffee Shop Coworking 

Start Your Workday Well

Start the day your way

Slow Coffee

Whether you are planning a day out in Utrecht to enjoy shops and culture. Visiting the city for a day of sightseeing or in town for work. Starting your day at GYS Voorstraat is a perfect way to experience the heart of Utrecht city.

Our restaurant on the Voorstraat is right in the middle of the historical centre of Utrecht, a stone's throw from the famous Bloemenmarkt (flower market) and Lapjes Markt (cloth market) that create a bustle every Saturday. It’s also just an 8 min walk from the famous Dom Tower. And the windy canals that Utrecht is famous for, are just a minute's walk away. 

Join us for easy-going morning vibes, great coffee and a menu that boasts the best vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free comfort food around. Here are some lovely things you can enjoy at GYS each morning:

Start your day in the sun

Brunch on our terrace garden 

Kick start your day

Spicy Brekkie

Breakfast in Utrecht city 

Taste Utrecht City Centre

We have all heard people say that eating organic is really good for you. But one big question remains: Why exactly? Time to break it down and share a few of our favourite reasons to eat organic. This time focussing on personal health.

Ever wondered what to give as a gift? We have the answer: Vegan High Tea. Our Vegan High Tea is a lovely way to celebrate great news, life’s little successes or simply show you care. And of course, it’s vegan and gluten-free (optional).

Vegan and gluten-free gifts are not always easy to find. Nor is it easy to find a place where you can enjoy more than one thing on the menu (sigh). We wanted to change that in a big way and set out on a mission to create a High Tea experience filled with vegan and gluten-free patisserie made with love and full of flavour, right here in Utrecht.

A rather famous lady once said “Let them eat cake” and we couldn't agree more. That’s why we created a selection of vegan, gluten-free and 100% organic cakes and patisserie that everyone can enjoy. Yep, even for breakfast. So push aside those soggy cornflakes and start your day in the sweetest way.

All our vegan cakes & patisserie are homemade from scratch using the best %100 organic raw ingredients and our own tried and true recipes. We are constantly developing new cakes, sweet treats and desserts that everyone can love. Here’s a selection of some of our personal favourites:

Gluten-free & 100% organic

Vegan Cakes For Breakfast

Start your day with the sun on your face, gentle music playing and amazing company. Experience spring and summer mornings the way they were intended, sweet, sunny and all your own. Our green garden terrace is full of fragrant flowers and greenery, big white parasols and extra power outlets for everyone that wants to bring their laptop along.

Our breakfast and brunch menu is filled with vegan and gluten-free comfort food that will set you up for an amazing day. Oh, and it's all 100% organic too. Here are a few of the lovely things you can enjoy for spring or summer brunch:

What are we doing thismorning,afternoon,eveningat restaurant Gys?

Jobs at GYS

Vegan Gys Coffee

The Sweetest Vegan Gift

Coffee: the new dating

Vegan carrot cake & coffee

Spicy Vegan Tostada's

Coffee Shop Coworking

The Hungry Vegan Favourite

An Easy Afternoon

Fresh, vegan and full of life

Post-Workout Treat

Recipe: Bliss Balls

The weekends starts here

Afternoon tea & cakes

Take The Afternoon Off

Jobs at GYS

Post-Workout Treat

Coffee Shop Coworking

The Sweetest Vegan Gift

The weekends starts here

An Easy Afternoon

Vegan carrot cake & coffee

Take The Afternoon Off

Spicy Vegan Tostada's

Vegan Gys Coffee

Recipe: Bliss Balls

The Hungry Vegan Favourite

Coffee: the new dating

Afternoon tea & cakes

Fresh, vegan and full of life

Jobs at GYS

Spicy Vegan Tostada's

Post-Workout Treat

Vegan Gys Coffee

Coffee Shop Coworking

Recipe: Bliss Balls

The Sweetest Vegan Gift

The Hungry Vegan Favourite

The weekends starts here

Coffee: the new dating

An Easy Afternoon

Afternoon tea & cakes

Vegan carrot cake & coffee

Fresh, vegan and full of life

Take The Afternoon Off

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What are we doing this
at restaurant Gys?