amsterdam doesn't seem to have a great reputation for eateries....is this so?
 

i'm planning a trip to amsterdam in april and need some input as to restaurants in the medium to upper end level that YOU have enjoyed (why and how much) please

Are you kidding?! I love eating in Amsterdam. There is great Dutch Indonesian food, and great Dutch Argentinian food, and great Dutch Thai food, and great Dutch Chinese food, and great Dutch.... You know, I think there is even some great Dutch Dutch food. There have been a few good reviews here. Personally, I love eating in Amsterdam!

I agree with Grasshopper: think ethnic in Amsterdam. Not only will you have a lot of good things to choose from, but dining in Amsterdam doesn't tend to be a bank-breaking experience, either.

Amsterdam is full of great restaurants...I once had a magnificent Argentinian barbeque dinner there.

Allow me to 3rd that. Amsterdam is a great place to eat!! Puri Mas for Indonesian and Zomers for eclectic Dutch are two of my favorites but there are so many more. Enjoy!