Restaurants
Amsterdam is a cultural and, consequently, a culinary melting pot. There are plenty of restaurants and cafés specialising in every cuisine your pallet desires.
Dutch cuisine
Hearty pea soup, crepe-style sweet or savoury pancakes, meat croquettes, thick-cut fries and wholesome variations of meat and potato dishes are just a few examples of satisfying typical Dutch dishes. Fresh seafood, such as herring, mussels and shrimp are available all year round. There is also a strong Indonesian influence in Dutch cooking, with Nasi Goreng and peanut sauce as common as Dutch kibbeling (deep-fried cod chunks) and poffertjes (mini sweet pancakes).
Food from a wall
The Dutch also have their fair share of fast food. Apart from the international chains, there are plenty of deep-fried products to be found in ‘snack bars’ throughout the city. There are also ‘Febo’ snack bars where, after inserting some change, you can get your treat right out of the wall. Brown cafés and pubs normally serve up great sampling plates with bitterballen (mini meat-croquettes), or cubed Dutch cheese and liverwurst served with a strong mustard. All are best complimented with a pint of Dutch beer.
International flavours
A popular spot for sampling international flavours is the area around Albert Cuyp market. Another great place to enjoy a meal is in the gardens of restaurants located along the Regulierdwarsstraat and Herengracht. These restaurants fill up fast in summertime, so it's best to reserve in advance.
Brasserie Harkema
Brasserie Harkema is a contemporary version of the classic Parisian brasserie in the heart of Amsterdam. The establishment is a pleasant and stylish meeting place where you can.. Read more... »
Finch
Finch on the Noordermarkt (North Market) has been a hot spot for many years to the young residents of the Jordaan area and other Amsterdammers. One can eat here simply and.. Read more... »
Fifteen Amsterdam
Fifteen Amsterdam is a Dutch restaurant based on the successful concept of Jamie Oliver's Fifteen in London. Every year fifteen young people with limited future prospects are.. Read more... »
IJ-Kantine
The IJ-Kantine is more than just a canteen on the IJ. This striking and transparent brasserie with its fabulous terrace on the NDSM harbour has just about everything: in the.. Read more... »
Restaurant Los Argentinos
Welcome at Restaurant Los Argentinos. In the heart of Amsterdam, since 1982, we give lovers of a delicious juicy Argentinean steak, fresh fish and top quality wines a very warm.. Read more... »
Hotel de Goudfazant
With a name like Hotel de Goudfazant this place sounds like it might be an old-fashioned family hotel but actually it’s a hip restaurant on the water’s edge in Noord (North.. Read more... »
Nomads
Lounge restaurant Nomads has been inspired by the Arabian Nomad culture. In the Jordaan, the team that also created the Supperclub has produced a super stylish oasis with kilims.. Read more... »
Seven Seas
Restaurant Seven Seas in Grand Hotel Amrâth serves up French /international kitchen and a fine wine selection but what is so remarkable is the location. It is actually in the.. Read more... »
Restaurant d'Vijff Vlieghen
Restaurant d'Vijff Vlieghen occupies five adjoining 17th century houses. The restaurant has nine interconnected dining rooms, each with its own distinct style. All of them.. Read more... »
Grand Café Amstelhoeck
The brand new grand café Amstelhoeck has recently opened its doors just next to the Amsterdam Music Theatre. The magnificent location overlooking the Amstel River invites you to.. Read more... »
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