Luhu
About this hidden gem
Luhu is the first café in the Netherlands run by deaf people.
Why you really want to visit this place
For a coffee, breakfast or lunch, Luhu in Groningen is the place to be. Almost everything on the menu is homemade and a lot of local (vegan) ingredients are used. What makes Luhu really special is the fact that it is the first café in the Netherlands run entirely by deaf staff. Their mission is to show that communication does not only have to be through speech, but is also possible in other ways. So ordering here is done through sign language, pointing at something or writing it down.
The name "Luhu" is a e...
Luhu is the first café in the Netherlands run by deaf people.
Why you really want to visit this place
For a coffee, breakfast or lunch, Luhu in Groningen is the place to be. Almost everything on the menu is homemade and a lot of local (vegan) ingredients are used. What makes Luhu really special is the fact that it is the first café in the Netherlands run entirely by deaf staff. Their mission is to show that communication does not only have to be through speech, but is also possible in other ways. So ordering here is done through sign language, pointing at something or writing it down.
The name "Luhu" is a tribute to Sam Pattipeiluhu, a prominent figure within the deaf community. He was a deaf teacher and was instrumental in setting up the Dutch Sign Language course.
This is how they (and you) make a difference
- want to make you aware that there are several ways to communicate
- prepare local dishes, sometimes entirely vegan
- is a place where young and old can continue to learn
- Making knowledge accessible to everyone
- create a place where everyone is welcome
Opening hours
- Every Monday closed
- Every Tuesday 09.30 - 16.00
- Every Wednesday 09.30 - 16.00
- Every Thursday 09.30 - 18.00
- Every Friday 09.30 - 18.00
- Every Saturday 09.30 - 18.00
- Every Sunday 12.00 - 16.00 hours