The House of Lords (restaurant)
| Company type | Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality, Fine dining |
| Founded | 1917 |
| Defunct | 1986 |
| Headquarters | The Hague , Netherlands |
Key people | Alfons Didde (chef) |
| Products | Fine dining cuisine |
The House of Lords was an upscale dining establishment located in The Hague, Netherlands, which held a prestigious Michelin star from 1960 through 1975. The acclaimed chef responsible for earning this distinction was Alfons Didde.
The restaurant ceased operations due to the redevelopment of The Hague's parliamentary complex, culminating in the building's demolition in 1986. However, its original facade has been conserved and is displayed at the Louwman Museum, reflecting its historical association with the neighboring sign of the Koninklijke Nederlandsche Automobiel Club (Royal Dutch Automobile Club).
Favored by members of parliament, The House of Lords also gained a reputation as a venue for political maneuvering. A notable incident involved politician Wim Keja, who was offered a bribe concerning the Dassault Mirage F1 deal but refused the proposition.
History
Dating back to one of The Hague’s most ancient structures, the building was first documented in 1595 under the name "Huys Teijlingen aan de oostpoort van het hoff" (House Teijlingen at the castle’s eastern gate). By 1628, it had been renamed "De Gouden Leeuw" (The Golden Lion) by Waltherus van der Beek. In 1917, British officers interned in the area requested that the establishment be renamed The House of Lords, which it subsequently adopted.