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1. Blauw
$$$ | Oud-Zuid |It's become a bit of a tourist favorite, but many Amsterdammers still believe that this is the best Indonesian rijsttafel in town—so if you're looking...
It's become a bit of a tourist favorite, but many Amsterdammers still believe that this is the best Indonesian rijsttafel in town—so if you're looking for the ultimate Amsterdam dining experience, this is the place to go. Menu choices include fish, meat, and vegetarian rijsttafels; all are fresh, well spiced, and full of authentic flavors. You can order à la carte, but the rijsttafel is the way to go. The design is ultramodern, with lacquered red walls that set off giant vintage family photos from the era of the Dutch East Indies.
Amstelveenseweg 158–160, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1075 XN, Netherlands020-675–5000Known For
- Arguably the best Indonesian rijsttafel in town
- Contemporary cliché-free setting
- Great for groups and single diners
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2. Bolenius
$$$$ | Oud-Zuid |For innovative "New Amsterdam" cuisine, head to this Michelin-starred restaurant near the Station Zuid Metro stop, in sleek Zuidas. The design is Scandinavian-inspired lacquered wood...
For innovative "New Amsterdam" cuisine, head to this Michelin-starred restaurant near the Station Zuid Metro stop, in sleek Zuidas. The design is Scandinavian-inspired lacquered wood and angular chairs, but the set six-course menu is hyperlocal, and everything is beautifully presented; many of their vegetables and herbs come from the on-site kitchen garden, one of the largest in Amsterdam. Expect creative vegetable-led dishes like "risotto" of cauliflower and ricotta, topped with herring roe, or 30-day dry-aged beef with parsnip and apple.
George Gershwinlaan 30, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1082 MT, Netherlands020-404–4411Known For
- Ultracreative Dutch cuisine
- Seasonal cooking and a super-sustainable ethos
- Being voted one of the world's best vegetable restaurants
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3. Café Duende
$ | Jordaan |Located a short walk from Noorderkerk, Duende is the oldest tapas bar in Amsterdam, dishing out tasty plates of garlic prawns, bacon-wrapped dates, and plenty...
Located a short walk from Noorderkerk, Duende is the oldest tapas bar in Amsterdam, dishing out tasty plates of garlic prawns, bacon-wrapped dates, and plenty more for over 25 years. The cozy yet lively setting transports visitors to Spain, an experience made complete with occasional live flamenco performances at the mini theater hidden in the back.
Lindengracht 62, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1015 KJ, Netherlands020-2443653Known For
- Basque cuisine
- Vegetarian-friendly
- Lively atmosphere
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4. Carstens Brasserie
$$ | Centrum |With a dizzying array of recently opened restaurants offering so-called New Dutch Cuisine, it's looking like Dutch food has finally been given the makeover it...
With a dizzying array of recently opened restaurants offering so-called New Dutch Cuisine, it's looking like Dutch food has finally been given the makeover it long deserved. This Centraal Station–adjacent establishment gives brasserie classics a Lowlands twist, using seasonal ingredients fresh from a local organic farm. Bring the kids; there are kids' menus and regular family lunches with a fun educational twist on Sundays.
Damrak 1-5, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 LG, Netherlands020-524--0649Known For
- A melt-in-the-mouth pork cheek stew
- A Caesar salad featuring the almost emblematic Dutch vegetable, kale
- Cocktails with a local twist
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5. Choux
$$$$ | Oosterdok |A delight for vegetarians and omnivores alike, this organic, veggie-centered eatery (albeit with meat and fish as accents, if you choose), close to the Muziekgebouw...
A delight for vegetarians and omnivores alike, this organic, veggie-centered eatery (albeit with meat and fish as accents, if you choose), close to the Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, highlights local ingredients in its inventive tasting menus. The sparse, informal decor ensures the focus is where it should be: on the beautifully presented small plates—think fresh, seasonal ingredients in dishes, served with a variety of textures and flavors.
De Ruyterkade 128, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1011AC, Netherlands020-210–3090Known For
- Vegetable focus
- Frequently changing menus
- Natural wines
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6. De Foodhallen
$ | Oud-West |Modeled after Madrid's indoor San Miguel market, this always-packed food hall in a former tram-maintenance building is unfailingly popular with locals and tourists alike. Food...
Modeled after Madrid's indoor San Miguel market, this always-packed food hall in a former tram-maintenance building is unfailingly popular with locals and tourists alike. Food stands run the international gamut, from Vietnamese and Indian street food to Mexican and Italian dishes, with favorites like gourmet hot dogs and hamburgers thrown in for good measure. Head to the gin bar to partake in the city's G&T craze. The food hall's hours run late for Holland: until 11:30 pm most nights and until 1 am Thursday–Sunday. It can be difficult to find seating on weekends.
Bellamyplein 51, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1053AT, NetherlandsKnown For
- International food stands
- Trendy vibe
- Late hours
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7. De Kas
$$$$ | Amsterdam-Oost |Situated in a 1926-built former municipal greenhouse is a lovely, modern, and light-filled restaurant (you're surrounded by glass) serving Mediterranean-influenced food. Wim de Beer and...
Situated in a 1926-built former municipal greenhouse is a lovely, modern, and light-filled restaurant (you're surrounded by glass) serving Mediterranean-influenced food. Wim de Beer and Jos Timmer took over the menu in 2018, changing the focus to include more freshly grown vegetables, often from the restaurant's own greenhouses and garden, though the restaurant is not strictly vegetarian because both meat and fish are served. The daily changing prix-fixe dinner menu, with dishes chosen by the chef (vegetarians can be accommodated), always consists of five or six dishes (lunch is three or four).The wine selection is delightful, and they do a wonderful job with pairings.
Kamerlingh Onneslaan 3, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1097 DE, Netherlands020-462–4562Known For
- Fresh ingredients "picked in the morning, served in the afternoon"
- Daily changing vegetable-forward menus
- A beautiful and airy glass building and delightful garden terrace
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Rate Includes: No dinner Sun., Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential -
8. Gartine
$ | Centrum |This snug breakfast, lunch, and high-tea favorite is strewn with flea-market finds (such as a gorgeous Portuguese chandelier and charmingly mismatched tableware), but there are...
This snug breakfast, lunch, and high-tea favorite is strewn with flea-market finds (such as a gorgeous Portuguese chandelier and charmingly mismatched tableware), but there are only 10 tables, so be sure to make a reservation (even for breakfast). It's worth planning in advance for comforting French toast or pancakes, lovely lunchtime soups, salads, and toast spreads with veggies picked fresh from the owners' kitchen garden, or for homemade cakes, tarts, and quiches.
Taksteeg 7, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 PB, Netherlands020-320–4132Known For
- Lovely surroundings in an always-busy area
- Cozy afternoon teas (2–5 pm)
- Home-grown organic ingredients and Slow Food–listed regional products
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No dinner, No credit cards, Reservations essential -
9. Gebr. Niemeijer
$ | Centrum |Fix your morning woes with some of the city’s richest croissants, butteriest brioche, and most perfect pain au chocolat at this artisan French bakery on...
Fix your morning woes with some of the city’s richest croissants, butteriest brioche, and most perfect pain au chocolat at this artisan French bakery on Nieuwendijk. Or indulge in a high tea you won't easily forget.
Nieuwendijk 35, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 MA, Netherlands020-707--6752Known For
- Handmade French patisserie, viennoiserie, and stone-oven bread
- Classic French breakfasts and baguette-fueled lunches
- The city's best coffee and canelé
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
10. Greenwoods
$ | Leidseplein |Famous for their full English breakfast, Bloody Marys, and Irish soda bread, Greenwoods Keizersgracht dishes out hearty brunch specials daily with plenty of vegetarian options,...
Famous for their full English breakfast, Bloody Marys, and Irish soda bread, Greenwoods Keizersgracht dishes out hearty brunch specials daily with plenty of vegetarian options, too. Their fun, seasonal menu includes American-style pancakes, stacked sandwiches, and cocktails with a twist. Dine inside or snag a seat on their sun-drenched terrace for a view of the canal. Still hungry? Their original location is still located at Single 103.
Keizersgracht 465, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1017 DK, Netherlands020-420–4330Known For
- Hearty brunch
- Unique cocktails
- Canalside seating
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11. Greetje
$$$ | Oosterdok |For Dutch food at its best, head to this homey—some might even call it old-fashioned—restaurant, where the chef takes rarely seen or forgotten dishes and...
For Dutch food at its best, head to this homey—some might even call it old-fashioned—restaurant, where the chef takes rarely seen or forgotten dishes and prepares them with fresh, local (often organic) ingredients. One excellent option is the house special appetizer: grilled sandwich of Frisian sugar bread (a traditional sweet bread from Holland's north) layered with homemade duck-liver terrine and apple syrup.
Peperstraat 23--25, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1011TJ, Netherlands020-779–7450Known For
- Old-school Dutch dishes with up-to-date ingredients
- Charming "Grandma's house" atmosphere
- Attentive service
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12. Hotel de Goudfazant
$$$$ | Amsterdam-Noord |In a high-ceilinged former garage—still housing a number of classic cars—this large, modern, and convivial restaurant is worth the trek across the IJ River. The...
In a high-ceilinged former garage—still housing a number of classic cars—this large, modern, and convivial restaurant is worth the trek across the IJ River. The "Golden Pheasant" offers good value for a three-course menu of Dutch fare with a French twist: expect favorites like oysters, roast chicken, and Angus beef, along with a variety of specials.
Aambeeldstraat 10H, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1021KB, Netherlands020-636–5170Known For
- Cool industrial look
- City views across the IJ
- Heavenly chocolate mousse
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13. La Perla
$ | Jordaan |The folks at this restaurant, tucked away on a side street, have perfected the art of wood-fired pizza. Made from fresh ingredients imported from Italy,...
The folks at this restaurant, tucked away on a side street, have perfected the art of wood-fired pizza. Made from fresh ingredients imported from Italy, their thin-crust Neapolitan-style pies draw lively crowds of locals and tourists who don't complain about standing in line for the classic Margherita, quattro formaggi (four cheeses), or spicy puttanesca. Note that there are no slices, just whole pies. A roomier La Perla outpost is just across the street at No. 53, where the menu also includes sandwiches, pasta, and salads.
Tweede Tuindwarsstraat 14 & 53, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1015RZ, Netherlands020-624-8828Known For
- Neopolitan-style pizza
- Whole pies, no slices
- Takeaway
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14. Mamouche
$$ | De Pijp |Romantic and charming, this candlelit North African restaurant with exceptionally friendly service has been a hit with locals and tourists alike. Start with a homemade...
Romantic and charming, this candlelit North African restaurant with exceptionally friendly service has been a hit with locals and tourists alike. Start with a homemade concoction of Prosecco and rose syrup topped with rose petals before main courses such as the tagine d'agneau, steamed lamb shoulder with green beans, almonds, plums, and coriander, or the couscous mechoui, with a mixture of grilled meats, vegetables, dates, and almonds. The ahram of chocolate mousse and apricot for dessert is the perfect end to a meal.
Quelijnstraat 104, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1072 XZ, Netherlands020-670–0736Known For
- Tasty French-Moroccan fare
- Intimate atmosphere
- Helpful waitstaff
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15. Marius
$$$ | Western Islands |This casual neighborhood bistro draws a relaxed local crowd with its seasonal preparations of seafood and meat served with farm-fresh vegetables. The menu changes daily—ingredients...
This casual neighborhood bistro draws a relaxed local crowd with its seasonal preparations of seafood and meat served with farm-fresh vegetables. The menu changes daily—ingredients are chosen from the morning market by the chef, who trained at Berkeley's Chez Panisse—and are offered on a four-course prix-fixe menu (three courses are available for lighter appetites, weeknights only).
Barentszstraat 173, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1013NM, Netherlands020-422–7880Known For
- Good-value menus
- Vitello tonnato (sliced veal with tuna sauce) and bouillabaisse
- Laid-back vibe
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16. MOS Amsterdam
$$$ | Western Islands |On the southern banks of the IJ River, in an area with few places to eat, this Asian-inflected French restaurant ups the bar by using...
On the southern banks of the IJ River, in an area with few places to eat, this Asian-inflected French restaurant ups the bar by using international ingredients in creative combinations in their tasting menus. Visually MOS captures the feel of old Shanghai, with cushy jade chairs, copper accents on the walls, and an elegant bar area.
IJdok 185, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1013MM, Netherlands020-638--0866Known For
- Creative contemporary fusion dishes
- Delightful wine list
- Lovely water views
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.-Mon. No lunch Sat. -
17. Pllek
$$ | Amsterdam-Noord |Befitting its location in the former shipyards of the newly hip NDSM area, this quirky restaurant is housed in a series of cavernous shipping containers—it...
Befitting its location in the former shipyards of the newly hip NDSM area, this quirky restaurant is housed in a series of cavernous shipping containers—it attracts a young, lively crowd that appreciates the organic meat and vegetables and sustainably caught fish and seafood. In summer, the huge terrace and sandy man-made beach along the river turn into a party with DJs.
TT Neveritaweg 59, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1033WB, Netherlands020-290–0020Known For
- Buzzy scene
- Health-conscious food
- Card payments only, no cash
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18. Restaurant As
$$$$ | Oud-Zuid |A Chez Panisse–trained chef whips up frequently changing menus with local ingredients and a Mediterranean flair at this lively restaurant in a former chapel; all...
A Chez Panisse–trained chef whips up frequently changing menus with local ingredients and a Mediterranean flair at this lively restaurant in a former chapel; all dishes are cooked on an open fire in an outdoor wood oven. The three-course dinner menus are a great value and make it worth venturing to Amsterdam's far southern reaches (Tram No. 5 stops a block away)—there is always a choice of meat or fish, and you can add an "in-between" course for a little bit more. (You can also order à la carte at lunch.) Most of the seating is at long communal tables, which makes for a convivial atmosphere. In the summer, dine out on the gorgeous terrace, which has views of the outdoor open kitchen and leafy Beatrixpark surroundings.
Prinses Irenestraat 19, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1077 WT, Netherlands020-644–0100Known For
- "pure cooking" with local, seasonal ingredients
- Well-priced prix-fixe menus
- Beautiful park-facing terrace
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19. Restaurant Sinne
$$$$ | De Pijp |This candlelit French-Mediterranean restaurant with exposed brick walls and whimsical cartoon paintings is a true local favorite. Choose a set menu by picking from several...
This candlelit French-Mediterranean restaurant with exposed brick walls and whimsical cartoon paintings is a true local favorite. Choose a set menu by picking from several appetizers, mains, and desserts—the minimum order is three courses and ranges all the way up to eight. The menu changes frequently and features highly flavorful modern dishes with an international twist. There's usually a complimentary pre-dessert—which could be a deconstructed apple pie with tapioca balls and cream—poking delicious fun at the Dutch appeltaart tradition.
Ceintuurbaan 342, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1072 GP, Netherlands020-682–7290Known For
- Accessibly priced Michelin-starred cuisine
- Signature dish: celeriac with black truffle and celeriac foam, egg yolk, and Hollandaise sauce
- Elegant, romantic setting
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20. Restaurant Vermeer
$$$$ | Red Light District |Culinary surprises are the name of the game at this stately restaurant; instead of a menu, diners are presented with a list of seasonal ingredients...
Culinary surprises are the name of the game at this stately restaurant; instead of a menu, diners are presented with a list of seasonal ingredients (pear, cauliflower, and squid, for example) from which chef Chris Naylor whips up creative and masterful four-, five-, or six-course menus. Some of the vegetables and herbs come from the roof garden of the adjoining Barbizon Palace hotel. The gray-tone walls enlivened with paintings of flowers lend a contemporary yet formal air, and an army of waitstaff are on hand to ensure that the service is always impeccable. Each summer the restaurant closes for one month while the staff go on vacation (dates change year to year).
Prins Hendrikkade 59-72, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 AD, Netherlands020-556–4885Known For
- Brilliant cocktail and wine pairings
- Vegetable-led, Michelin-starred cuisine
- Quiet, refined atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun-Mon. No lunch, Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential
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