Café de Kroon and Heck's Lunchroom on Rembrandtplein, 1936., 1936

Netherlands

Kroon en Hecks Lunchroom was located on Rembrandtplein, a central square in Amsterdam. Originally called Botermarkt (Butter Market) due to the market held there from 1669, it was renamed in 1876 after the painter Rembrandt van Rijn. Following World War II, Rembrandtplein became a nightlife hub with numerous cafes, shops, and hotels. The square also boasts Europe's largest LCD screen. A major renovation in 2009 saw the removal of excess greenery and the relocation of the Rembrandt statue to t.. Read more »he center of the square. A contemporary art fair takes place every Sunday during the warmer months. The screen is located on the building where the Lunchroom used to be.