Hilversum is about to welcome a wonderful new hotspot. In late spring 2026, Gio Dio will open its doors in the iconic former Gooi & Eemlander building on the Groest. This new concept is the latest addition by hospitality entrepreneur Marco van Velthooven, whose Van Velthooven Horeca Groep has become a defining presence in the city’s vibrant food and drink scene.
Gio Dio is not a traditional res…
Hilversum is about to welcome a wonderful new hotspot. In late spring 2026, Gio Dio will open its doors in the iconic former Gooi & Eemlander building on the Groest. This new concept is the latest addition by hospitality entrepreneur Marco van Velthooven, whose Van Velthooven Horeca Groep has become a defining presence in the city’s vibrant food and drink scene.
Gio Dio is not a traditional restaurant, nor is it a standard bar. It is a Mediterranean eatery where coming together, sharing, and enjoying take center stage. The name is a tribute to Giornale (the day) and Dio, symbolizing the daily ritual of gathering to eat, drink, and discover. Expect shared dishes served at the table, inventive cocktails, vinyl spinning in the background, and an interior that feels as though it has been styled anew for every evening.
During the day, it’s an easy, welcoming spot for lunch or drinks. As night falls, Gio Dio effortlessly transforms into a lively destination where dinner flows into a late-night vibe. One evening may feel intimate and relaxed; the next might buzz with a themed night unlike anything else in the Gooi region.
Warm, full of character, and refreshingly uncomplicated, Gio Dio offers a Mediterranean bubble in the heart of Hilversum—a place where you drop in spontaneously and end up staying far longer than planned.