New in Town (August 2026)

BARS & CAFÉS

Editor’s Pick: dubble

I’ll order double anything, which means I was also easily sold on dubble, a new listening café on the Bilderdijkstraat. I feel like I keep saying do we need another listening bar and then immediately recommend one, but often they are good. This spot is decked out in plenty of warm oranges, alongside having excellent record curation (think Brazilian electronic music from the 1980s) and a killer location. Grab a coffee, grab a wine, grab a friend and grab a spot – that’s my plan at least. 

dubble | open Wed-Friday 08:00 - 16:00, Sat-Sun 09:00 - 17:00 | price range €-€€ | Bilderdijkstraat 46

Bar Kaat

Ten Katenmarkt is always buzzing whenever I go and while there’s no shortage of good bars, Bar Kaat is a worthy addition. A brown bar that does what it says on the tin, it’s all about easy beers on the terrace, maybe a little wine if you’re feeling luxurious and all the neighbourhood around you. More of these, please. 

Bar Kaat | open Wed-Sun 03:00-23:00, 01:00 on Fri + Sat | price range €-€€ | Ten Katestraat 31HS

BAKERIES

Mano Bakery

Unlike all-day bistros, there’s always room for a new bakery in Amsterdam. Mano Bakery hails from Lake Garda – courtesy of the Italian couple behind it – with a focus on Italian sourdough bread & viennoiserie. I wasn’t sure exactly what that meant – does it skew more sourdough than pastry – but it doesn’t really matter. There are buttery croissants and pillowy focaccia galore, alongside some excellent vegan options which make this an easy Sunday morning choice. 

Mano Bakery | open Wed - Sun, 8-16 | price range €-€€ | Kinkerstraat 51H

RESTAURANTS

Vermut

I’d never been to a vermouth bar until I was taken to one in Mallorca, and while I’m not a veteran, I’m ready to give in to this delicious liquor and the bars popping up that make a name for it. Vermouth is much more than a bar serving vermouth though, with a range of food dishes that elevate the simple concept of aperitivo. Some of the starring dishes include ribeye with lardo and buttered white beans; prawns with smoked paprika and garlic; and chicken with nduja and chives. Still, you’ll find vermouth on plenty of the menu; expect a vermouth-inspired cocktail or a glass of it served neat to accompany every dish. The restaurant is sleek too – grab a table at the counter for a very sophisticated evening.

Vermut | open Wed-Sun, times vary | Price range €-€€ | Jan Pieter Heijestraat

Erikucha Bistro

While I’m sad to say goodbye to the brunch spot that called this spot home for years (RIP Drovers Dog and the many mornings you saved me) I’m happy to see the building in such good hands. Erikucha started off in Rotterdam and now they’ve made a home in this corner of Ooost, serving up arepas – a corn dough flat cake filled with meat, cheese and really anything you’d like. A great midday snack and filling one, there’s other Venezuelan goodness on the menu too, including the iconic Asado Negro, a traditional roast dish served with a rich, caramelised sauce that’s the ultimate weekend dish.

Erikucha Bistro | open Wed-Sun, times vary | price range €-€€ | Eerste Atjehstraat 62

De Boule De Boule

I’ve never quite understood why ice cream is so popular in the Netherlands. But I’ve recently learned that going for ice cream is something of a tradition – and something all of us northern Europeans relish – so consider this next pick part of that ongoing ritual where north meets south. An ice cream and wine bar – it’s actually called an ‘Ijs and wijnsalon’ in Dutch which sounds chic and cute – De Boule De Boule is truly 2026’s love child. There’s some big flavours on offer, like Hojicha Stracciatella and Pandan Shiso, but you’ll find the classics too like pure chocolate or pistachio. The trick is to find the perfect wine to pair your scoop with – I’m thinking a little savoury pistachio and olive oil with a glass of orange wine. 

De Boule De Boule | open Mon-Sat 14:00-22:00 | price range €-€€ | Waterloopplein 

Restaurant ’t Lemmeke

I’ll admit it’s not the season to be recommending comfort food when I know most of us are look for cool, crunchy snacks over cosy comforts. So think of this as something to save for those mercifully cooler days to come. ‘T Lemmeke styles itself as a sort of hybrid between a Dutch bistro and English pub and I can see where it’s going with that. The younger sibling of De Zingende Zwaan in Oud-West, it’s more gastropub than anything, which is no bad thing. Following the wave of restaurants in Amsterdam serving bistro fare, you’ve got your staples – fries and stew, lasagna, burgers, stamppot, and cordon bleu – but all elevated and served with finesse. The interior walks a fine line between pretty and pastiche – the decoy ducks are a little on the nose – but it’s still charming. One for long Sundays with a group of friends when you want the classics done well. 

Restaurant ’t Lemmeke | Tues-Sun from 17:00, Fri-Sun from 16:00 | Van Breestraat 107A

SHOPS & MARKETS

Versmarkt Amstel 1

Best for: Weekend produce

A new food market for the people who actually get up in the morning to buy ingredients, Versmarkt’s trick is in the name (‘fresh market’). Organised weekly every Friday and Saturday, there are a few familiar Amsterdam vendors to procure from here, like bread from Club Brood, vegetables from Theo’s Tuin, British pies from Pieman, pasta from La Spaghettata and the Surinamese Buffet. Located right between the City Hall and Waterlooplein, it’s easy to get to too. 

Versmarkt | every Fri-Sat | 1 Amstel

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