New in Town (November 2026)

BARS & CAFÉS

Editor's Pick: Parea

Feta with oregano, wood-fired flatbreads, and grilled souvlaki and vegetables: from 18 November, you can try it all at Parea in De Pijp. This so-called stick bar serves Greek bites on skewers, ideal for sharing. Parea is Angelo Kremmydas’s fourth establishment, following Vin Fou, Gitane and Massalia. And with an experienced chef and a promising Greek menu, there’s little more I could ask for. Although I certainly wouldn’t say no to George Clooney or Gillian Anderson as my dining companion. But then again, you can’t have everything. In any case, you’ll find me in De Pijp over the coming months. Bring on the skewers.

• Parea | open daily from 12:00 | price range €-€€ | Eerste van der Helststraat 59–61

Wil’s Café

A French bistro with an Amsterdam accent: on 8 November, Michelin-starred chef Joris Bijdendijk will open Wils Café on the Weesperzijde. The chef, known for restaurant Wils and RIJKS®, wants to create a place where local residents can drop in just as easily for coffee and the newspaper as for a glass of wine or an elaborate meal. The menu features French bistro dishes and Amsterdam classics. Think steak tartare, puff pastries filled with veal ragout, and ossenworst from De Wit butchers served with pickles from De Leeuw. Every week, the chefs also come up with a new special, such as schnitzel fried in beef dripping or chicken with leek and tarragon, a classic from Bijdendijk’s repertoire. And then there are the boiled eggs on the bar, a nod to the old-fashioned café atmosphere Bijdendijk wants to create with Wils Café.

And if you’re going on a café or pub crawl anyway, these cosy brown cafés are definitely worth a visit too.

• Wils Café | open Monday–Saturday 12:00–22:00, Sunday 12:00–17:00 | price range €–€€ | Weesperzijde 147

Restaurants

Bistro Combo

Indecisive as soon as you open a menu? Not at Combo Bistro on the Overtoom, because here you can combine (how could it be otherwise) all sorts of things. For €45, you get a complete menu with dips, bread, salads, plus a main course and dessert of your choice. You’re also in the right place for a good glass of wine, with fruity red wine from Burgundy and full-bodied white wine from Savennières. I had to Google that latter region for a moment, but then again, I’m no great wine expert. There’s no shortage of alcohol-free options either: the menu features kombucha with hibiscus and a refreshing Bio Mama Passion. With so many delicious things on offer, you’re sure to get the whole group of friends excited.

• Combo Bistro | open Wednesday-Saturday 17:00-01:00, closed Sunday-Tuesday | price range €-€€ | Overtoom 495-497

The Salon

A new name on the façade, but still the familiar pizza oven: the team behind Buurtcafé De Tros is taking over Buurman de With and opening De Salon in De Baarsjes on 1 November. The pizzas come with adventurous toppings, such as ’nduja vodka sauce or hay cheese with caramelised onion. There’s a special children’s pizza for the bambini. The menu also features other flavour-packed dishes, such as steak tartare with crispy string fries and aubergine with Parmesan and tomato sauce. And then there’s the extensive wine list, put together by sommelier Rosemarie Veldhoen. Go for a refreshing fizz, such as crémant or pét-nat, or ask for advice on a delicious wine-and-food pairing. A lovely spot for an evening with a touch of French and Italian flair.

• De Salon | open Wednesday–Sunday 13:00–17:00, closed Monday–Tuesday | price range €-€€ | Witte de Withstraat 102

Bakeries

Krush

Apple pie, but without the traditional pastry base: at pop-up Krush on Jacob van Lennepstraat, you can try szarlotka, a Polish take on apple pie. Owners Julia and Janek serve their version warm in a bowl, with apples, cinnamon, lemon juice and a generous layer of vanilla custard. The duo previously gained baking experience at OKO – Cultural Melting Point Café in Bos en Lommer. With Krush, they now have their own baking concept. The pop-up is initially temporary, but if it proves a hit, Julia and Janek hope to expand their offering with more Polish specialities. So, on a chilly autumn day, you know where to go for some sweet comfort food.

• Krush | open Tuesday-Sunday from 10:00 | price range €-€€ | Jacob van Lennepstraat 60

EVENTS & FOOD HALLS

The Foodwalk Winter

Discover five restaurants in one evening: during Le Foodwalk Winter, stroll through Amsterdam city centre and enjoy something tasty at 5 different eateries. The route is around 5 kilometres long, with stops at Vermeers Wijnkamer, In de Waag, Amstel1, Dignita Hoftuin and WE ARE EDN. With a route map and stamp card in hand, walk from one address to the next at your own pace. Keeping your step counter happy while enjoying delicious food: a win-win!

• Le Foodwalk Winter | Friday-Saturday 17:00-19:00 (start time), from 13 November 2026 to 23 January 2027 | Price range €€ (€37.50 p.p. + €1 ticket fee) | Starts at Vermeers Wijnkamer

Kade Noord

Noord is getting a new food hotspot. On 6 November, Kade Noord will open: an industrial food hall spanning no less than 1,000 m² beside the water. With five different food concepts, there’s something for everyone. You can enjoy smash burgers from Bon Burger Bar, New York-style pizza from Dime Slice, tacos from Tango Taco’s and, of course, a generous portion of cheese at Kaasbar. With 15 beer taps, a large bar and plenty of space for music and events, it’s not just somewhere to grab a bite, but also a great place to spend the evening with friends.

• Kade Noord | opening 6 November 2026 | price range €-€€ | Gedempt Hamerkanaal 201

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