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$$ | Centrum |
With a dizzying array of recently opened restaurants offering so-called New Dutch Cuisine, it's looking like Dutch food has finally been given the makeover it long deserved. This Centraal Station–adjacent establishment gives brasserie classics a Lowlands twist, using seasonal ingredients fresh from a local organic farm. Bring the kids; there are kids' menus and regular family lunches with a fun educational twist on Sundays.
Damrak 1-5, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 LG, Netherlands
Known For
- A melt-in-the-mouth pork cheek stew
- A Caesar salad featuring the almost emblematic Dutch vegetable, kale
- Cocktails with a local twist
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Mon.–Thurs.
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$$$$ | Amsterdam-Noord |
In a high-ceilinged former garage—still housing a number of classic cars—this large, modern, and convivial restaurant is worth the trek across the IJ River. The "Golden Pheasant" offers good value for a three-course menu of Dutch fare with a French twist: expect favorites like oysters, roast chicken, and Angus beef, along with a variety of specials.
Aambeeldstraat 10H, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1021KB, Netherlands
Known For
- Cool industrial look
- City views across the IJ
- Heavenly chocolate mousse
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch, Reservations essential
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$$ | Oosterdok |
You can't miss this over-the-top floating Chinese restaurant, moored on the Oosterdok near Centraal Station—the ornate atmosphere of red paper lanterns and red- and black-lacquered ceilings that wouldn't be out of place in Hong Kong or Vancouver could easily be a tourist trap. But it's not: the extensive Canton, Macau, and Peking duck menus and other dishes are consistently fresh and authentic.
Oosterdokskade 8, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1011AE, Netherlands
Known For
- Tasty dim sum (noon–4 pm)
- Water views
- Lovely authentic decor
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$$ | Amsterdam-Oost |
With the northern Dutch province of Friesland's wealth of local ingredients from fertile pastures and seafood-rich seas, this hidden bar-restaurant was a thúskomme (''homecoming'') of sorts for its young Frisian chef-owners. Stop off for a beer or indulge in New Dutch Cuisine with Frisian flair. Located in the lesser-known Indische Buurt, Thúskomme attracts creative locals with its easy vibe, living room-like looks and regular musical interludes.
Batjanstraat 1a, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1094 RC, Netherlands
Known For
- Wild Wadden oysters with Frisian vodka and pickle juice
- A wide selection of beers from Friesland and beyond
- Frisian charcuterie and cheese
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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$ | Red Light District |
This unpretentious bakery and tearoom evokes an English country kitchen—one that lovingly prepares and serves breakfasts, high tea, hearty sandwiches, soups, and divine slices of quiche. The closely clustered wooden tables don't give much privacy, but the lively atmosphere is welcoming and warm. There are two other locations: one complete with a garden patio inside Westerpark and the original location in Oud-Zuid, plus a takeout-only counter at Warmoesstraat 133 (all serving breakfast and lunch only).
Warmoesstraat 69, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 HX, Netherlands
Known For
- Six breakfast menu options
- Four afternoon tea menu options
- Freshly baked goods, from Dutch apple pie to gluten-free chocolate cake
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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$ | Amsterdam-Oost |
Craving coffee with tiny travelers in tow? Head to this colorful café on trendy Javastraat, where there's a play area for the little ones, plus a children's concept store and in-house hairdresser. A small menu offers sandwiches, cakes, juices, and healthy kids' snacks. Blitskikker is also a great place to stock up on original gifts for the (grand)kids back home.
Javastraat 117h, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1094 HD, Netherlands
Known For
- Freshly pulled frothy cappuccinos
- A train table and activities to entertain the littles
- Fresh juices, granola bowls, and healthy snacks
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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$ | Jordaan |
The "burger masters" first opened their doors near the Albert Cuyp market in 2007 serving fresh, homemade burgers made from sustainable ingredients. Aside from the traditional beef patty option, Burgermeester’s tasty range includes falafel and spinach burgers for plant-based eaters, along with monthly rotations including lamb, salmon, and more. There are a number of side dishes like fries, corn on the cob, and salad. Other locations include De Pijp and Plantage.
Elandsgracht 130, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1016VB, Netherlands
Known For
- Burgers of all types
- Cheap, quick dining
- Vegetarian friendly
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No credit cards
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$$ | Oud-West |
This airy spot west of the Jordaan is an industrial monument: for a century, it housed a plant that pumped water from coastal dunes. Now, under a sky-high ceiling, it's a popular destination for international cuisine, from rib-eye béarnaise and steak tartare to crowd-pleasing seafood platters piled high with oysters, clams, mussels, and optional crab or lobster. The restaurant usually bustles with families and larger groups. If it's too noisy for you, ask for a table on the peaceful terrace. The sticky toffee cake is an after-dinner winner.
Watertorenplein 6, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1051PA, Netherlands
Known For
- Scrumptious seafood platter
- Spacious, airy atmosphere
- Kid-friendly dining
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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$ | Museum District |
If you need a rejuvenating break from art viewing, head to this café across from the Rijksmuseum for coffee and cake, or for lunch on one of the terraces, if the weather is accommodating. An adjacent playground makes this café a good choice for families. Menu highlights include homemade apple pie, sandwiches, and Dutch beef croquettes with fries. Or try the Dutch poffertjes: small buckwheat pancakes served with powdered sugar and butter. And make sure to check out the bizarre bathrooms in the basement.
Hobbemastraat 18, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1071 ZB, Netherlands
Known For
- Funky interior with original work by a variety of Cobra artists
- Homemade apple pie
- Two large, full-service outdoor terraces
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$$ | Centrum |
Since its 2019 renovation, this Dutch brasserie has become a beacon on an otherwise uninspiring road; it's one of the few non–fast food restaurants around packed Dam Square. The fare is poshed-up Dutch food, like risotto of Alkmaar pearl barley with roast beetroot, preserved lemon and sour cream, or Dutch Bouillabaisse with fresh North Sea fish. It gets busy with passing tourists, but this restaurant is worth a stop if you're shopping at the nearby de Bijenkorf department store and need a pick-me-up.
Damrak 93-94, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 LP, Netherlands
Known For
- Classic Dutch food, modernized
- A covered patio perfect for all weather
- Unparalleled people-watching on the Netherlands' busiest sidewalk
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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$ | Oud-Zuid |
Frietboutique is famous in Zuid and beyond as the purveyor of ''all your guilty pleasures.'' From fresh hand-cut friet (Dutch fries) and crispy croquettes to artisan ijs (ice cream), this is indeed the place to satisfy all your sweet and savory cravings.
Johannes Verhulststraat 107 h, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1071 MX, Netherlands
Known For
- Delicious fries with truffle mayonnaise
- Signature Champagne ice cream, made with Moët et Chandon
- Cultish creations such as the so-called Choc-Krok (a chocolate croquette with red pepper)
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$$ | Centrum |
In a 1520 monument groaning with pewter tankards, stained glass, rich gold leather paneling, original Delftware and other curiosa, this restaurant's "Old Holland" vibe and matching menu attract lots of tourists. Expect simple, hearty old-fashioned Dutch fare such as pea soup and a selection of stamppotten (potatoes mashed with veggies and often meat). On cold winter nights, opt for the hutspot, a stamppot of mashed potato and carrot supplemented with steamed beef, sausage, and bacon.
Spuistraat 273, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 VR, Netherlands
Known For
- Serving traditional Dutch stamppot to tourists
- A handsome historic landmark location
- Pieter de Hooch–worthy interiors
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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$$ | Centrum |
Although you can order à la carte at this spacious and airy Indonesian restaurant, most diners opt for one of the four rijsttafels, each with at least 12 different dishes and flavors that range from sweet and coconutty to intensely spicy (the light local witbier is an excellent accompaniment); one version is vegetarian. There is a takeout counter around the corner (Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 342), which serves inexpensive noodle and rice dishes.
Spuistraat 291-293, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1012 VS, Netherlands
Known For
- Indonesian rijsttafels
- Friendly, efficient service
- A "senang" (pleasant, comfortable) atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential
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$ | De Pijp |
The Indonesian-inspired Surinamese food at this often-cramped local favorite includes many simple but well-prepared variations of chicken, fish, lamb, or beef with vegetables and nasi (rice), bami (noodles), or roti. You can also try Javanese rames, a mini-rijsttafel-style smattering of everything on a plate. The restaurant is very casual, but the staff are friendly, the food is tasty, and the price is right—no wonder it's always busy. There are two other Amsterdam locations, but this one is the most central.
Gerard Doustraat 39, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1072 VK, Netherlands
Known For
- Authentic Surinamese halal cuisine for a gentle price
- The city's best broodje pom (a rather revered Surinamese sandwich)
- Friendly staff
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No credit cards, Reservations not accepted
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$ | Jordaan |
Tasty sandwiches, salads, and pastas are available at this popular café, but the crowds come for the appeltaart. Locals, students, and tourists in the know gather here for slices of the thick, cakelike Dutch specialty, studded with fresh apples and cinnamon. Order it with homemade whipped cream, if you'd like, accompanied by mint tea or coffee. The best place to eat is on Winkel's large patio—but Saturday can get crazy before 5 pm, when crowds spill over from the adjacent busy outdoor organic market, Noordermarkt.
Noordermarkt 43, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1015EA, Netherlands
Known For
- Lively atmosphere
- Best appeltaart
- Outdoor seating
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
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