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, dinner pancakes, meat croquettes, thick fries with real mayo and wholesome variations of meat and potato dishes are just a few examples of a limited though satisfying cuisine. Fresh seafood, such as herring, mussels and shrimp are available all year round. There is also a strong Indonesian influence in Dutch kitchens, with Nasi Goreng and peanut sauce as common as the Dutch kibbeling (deep-fried cod) and poffertjes (mini-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 locals and home to a wide variety of cuisines is the area surrounding the Albert Cuyp market. Another great place to enjoy a meal is in the gardens of restaurants located along the Regulierdwarsstraat and Herengracht. During summertime these restaurants book up fast, so it is 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 styleful 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... »
Restaurant Los Argentinos
An Argentinean restaurant where you can also have lunch or prepare food on a stone grill. Read more... »
Memories of India
Memories of India is an Indian restaurant on Reguliersdwarstraat close to Rembrandplein. The restaurant offers its guests a wide selection of Indian cuisine. Read more... »
Altmann Restaurant
Altmann is a contemporary, stylish restaurant in a stunning 19th century corner building on the River Amstel. This former garage with both a bar and a restaurant is the haunt of.. 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... »
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... »
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