Where to eat in Amsterdam

Where to eat in Amsterdam

1. EatCanal District

   Akbar

   Indian restaurant, Muslim (halal) / Hindu (no beef). Good quality dishes from different regions of India.

   Main courses €15-20

2. EatZuid

   Albina

   It's cheap and very good. If you arrive around dinnertime you probably have to wait for a table. The surroundings are depressing but the food is so good you will come back anyway.

   €6

3. EatOost

   Biertuin

   Oktoberfest-style biergarten, so expect long tables and a wide variety of bottled beers available. It has a nice atmosphere during warm summer evenings. Try the Hamburger Deluxe or chicken menus. And come early, as it is often crowded. Reservations cannot be made, but you can wait outside with a beer until seating is available.

   Sun-Thu 11:00-01:00, Fri Sat 11:00-03:00·€15-20

4. EatJordaan

   Burgermeester

   Yes, they serve burgers here. But don't expect a McDonalds wannabe. They are quality meat, fish or vegetarian burgers. The place is so popular that they opened 2 more branches in the city. Great if you want to have a quick and inexpensive bite. Order the 'mini trio' so you can taste three different small sized burgers.

   Open now · closes 11 pm

5. EatZuid

   CTaste

   Dining in the dark. All waiters are blind, and serve you dinner in a completely dark restaurant. A very weird, but actually quite fun experience.

6. EatPlantage

   Cafe Kadijk

   Cafe Kadijk is a small Indonesian restaurant that offers good food at a decent price. The restaurant has a coffee shop vibe and is located in a "trendy" area. Just outside Amsterdam's city centre, it is a bit of a walk away from the more touristy areas of the city. Patio dining and indoor dining are both available.

   Main dishes range between €17 and €22

7. EatNoord

   Café-restaurant Stork

   A fish and seafood restaurant in an old factory on the banks of the river.

8. EatCanal District

   Damsteeg

   They specialise in fish dishes, but they also have a wide variety of meat and vegetarian meals to choose from. With bar.

9. EatCanal District

   De Blauwe Hollander

   Dutch restaurant with an extensive menu of hearty home-cooked dishes like herrings, pea soup and hutspot. Unlike most restaurants in this area, this one gets local diners too, and if it gets crowded enough you may have to share tables. Pancakes are served only until 17:00.

   Open now · closes 10 pm·€20

10. EatPlantage

    De Pizzabakkers

    Hip pizza restaurant, with good stone-baked pizzas. Suitable for children. Almost always busy, so reservation is recommended.

    Sun-Thu 12:00-21:00, Fri 12:00-22:00

11. EatPlantage

    De plantage

    Café-Restaurant de Plantage

    Big restaurant with a nice terrace in the summer, open all day with breakfast, lunch and dinner.

    Mon-Fri 09:00-01:00, Sat Sun 10:00-01:00·Approx €25 for main course

12. EatWest

    Dosa

    They specialise in traditional Southern Indian cuisine, especially the eponymous 'Dosa' (a rice and lentil pancake with a variety of fillings). The food is outstanding and well worth hunting out. The dosas are exceptional and a treat worthy of a visit by themselves.

    €16+ per main

13. EatZuidoost

    Elixer

    2 Chefs Circular Restaurant

    Restaurant dedicated to circular economy. Occupies a formerly derelict building, all furnishings are second-hand, and as much food as possible is home-grown or locally sourced. Profits are invested in local community initiatives, and the whole restaurant functions as a low-key gallery for local artists. Also, the food (surprisingly traditional French/European fare) is delicious.

    Wed-Sun 12:00-23:00

14. EatWest

    Foodhallen

    International food court with 20 food-stands housed in a large building that was once a tram depot.

    Sun-Thu 12:00-23:00, Fri Sat 12:00-00:00·€10+

15. EatBinnenstad

    Gebr. Niemeijer

    French-style bakery with pastries, croissants, breads, sandwiches all baked fresh on premises. Open for breakfast and lunch, eat-in or takeaway. Bring the kids and eat in the small playroom upstairs.

    Tue-Fri 08:15-18:30, Sat 08:30-17:00, Sun 09:00-17:00·€6-11

16. EatBinnenstad

    Greetje

    Traditional Dutch, alongside French classics. Located in an historic building on a quiet side street near Central Station; it's off the beaten track so most of the diners are local. Open 6 days a week (not Mondays); a reservation is usually necessary.

17. EatWest

    Hap Hmm

    Traditional Dutch cuisine. The restaurant may be cramped, but it does serve some quality and rustic Dutch fare. This place is cash only.

    Mon-Fri 17:00-21:15, closed Sat Sun·€12+ mains

18. EatCanal District

    Holtkamp

    Best pastry cafe in Amsterdam. Much better than the Zeitan, which many recommend. Do try the "holdkampf" with fillings! The Sachertorte is famous as a favorite of the former Queen Beatrix.

    Mon-Fri 08:00-18:00, Sat 8-17:00

19. EatBinnenstad

    Julia's

    Italian cuisine, both eat-in and take-out; notable take-out item: Penne Bolognese with a tasty vegetarian sauce instead of a meat sauce.

    Mon-Fri 07:00-22:00, Sat 08:00-22:00, Sun 09:00-22:00·€10-20

20. EatZuidoost

    Kam Yin Chinees Surinaams restaurant

    Surinamese and Indonesian cuisine. Very good Moksi Meti (marinated pork and sausages with noodles). Popular with the locals. Take-away.

    €7

21. EatBinnenstad

    Kantjil & de Tijger

    Great spices and meat dishes, Indian/Indonesian food. Try the Nasi Goreng Rames.

22. EatJordaan

    Kinnaree

    Amazing Thai food. Good atmosphere, good service despite being quite busy, but the food is why you would come here. Highly recommended.

23. EatCanal District

    La Margarita

    This Caribbean restaurant offers a huge range of plates, including three different vegetarian options. Every dish comes with ample sides of white rice, black beans, plantains, and vegetables. In addition to having great food, the restaurant is decked out with a range of fantastic and magic-realist art. If you like your food hot, then be sure to ask for the special homemade hot sauce. Reservations accepted.

    Daily 17:00-23:00·€20-30 per person, with drinks

24. EatZuidoost

    Lebkov & Sons

    Sandwich bar. Mainly caters to office workers in surrounding buildings. Try the hummus & sun-dried tomato.

    Drinks from €3.50

25. EatCanal District

    Letting

    Indian-owned breakfast, brunch and lunch spot. Letting offers a range of soups, sandwiches and scones, and it's on a street which is packed with an ever-changing line-up of fun boutiques.

26. EatZuidoost

    Lomnava Kenkey House

    One of the few Ghanaian snack bars in Amsterdam. Specializes in Kenkey (a sort of sourdough dumpling), but has a wide range of West-African cuisine at very reasonable prices.

    €7

27. EatZuidoost

    Marmaris Grill & Pizza

    Relatively up-market Turkish/Mediterranean restaurant in the fancy new building opposite station Bijlmer-Arena. Great food, presentation and service - definitely worth the price. On cold days, avoid sitting anywhere near the door as it frequently fails to close properly.

    €14

28. EatBinnenstad

    New King

    Slowly becoming an institution, this hugely popular Mandarin Chinese restaurant seems to have found a perfect balance between food, price and ambiance. The food is authentically Chinese, delicious, fresh and quickly served, and all of that for a bargain. Service is fast and rushed, but it doesn't feel like a snack bar. It has a stylish interior, and it's still one of those places you could bring a date to. The biggest problem is that everyone seems to know this place, so it's somewhat crowded and noisy, and you'll probably have to wait outside for a seat to become available. When you get in, order the oysters. They're a hit.

    11:00-22:30 daily·€15-25

29. EatBinnenstad

    OCHA

    This used to be just the little "Thai snackbar around the corner", but since a raving review in the local newspaper Het Parool, big crowds are waiting in line to get seated during dinnertime. The scenery is simple and the restaurant is very small and cramped. However, the hype is all about the food, which is absolutely mouth-watering. They have the usual Thai fare, but the dish to go for is the massaman curry, their specialty.

    Tue-Sun 16:00-22:30·€10-20

30. EatZuidoost

    Oma Ietje

    Inevitably, hipsters have even found their way into the Bijlmer. Part-funded by crowdfunding. Very worthy 'Swedish style' coffee house. Coffee, biological lemonade and cakes. Also showcases art by local artists.

    Sat-Wed 08:00–17:00, Thu Fri 08:00-20:00·€5

31. EatCanal District

    Pancakes! Amsterdam

    Amazing variety of both sweet and savory pancakes. The quaint atmosphere and the street side tables are great for watching people. The only downfall is that street-side tables attract too many tourists asking for directions.

32. EatBinnenstad

    Pasta Pasta

    Serves delicious pastas, made just as you want them. Choose a sauce, topping and pasta for a tasty, but well-priced meal.

    Sun-Thu 11:00-01:00 Fri Sat 11:00-03:00·€14.90 (April 2019)

33. EatNoord

    Pllek

    A bar and restaurant in an old industrial area, by the river.

34. EatJordaan

    Proeverij 274

    Small, cosy restaurant at one of the main canals. Business but also romantic dinner. Small menu, new Dutch cuisine with classic French influences. The menu features mainly organic regional produce. Personal service, nice wine advice and fresh seasonal food in a relaxed environment.

    Daily 18:00-22:00

35. EatBinnenstad

    Rembrandt Corner

    Around the corner of the "Rembrandt Huis" is a very nice "Eetcafe" with fresh food, WiFi hot spots and internet workplaces. Try the dish of the day or the mussels.

36. EatOost

    Silk Road Restaurant

    Eastern and Western fusion meals with both à la carte and (on highly occupied days o­nly) a live cooking theme buffet. The restaurant has a view of the river IJ. Open 7 days per week for lunch and dinner.

    €25-40

37. EatWest

    Sora Sapporo Ramen - West

    Small ramen restaurant with friendly staff, quick service, and good selection of ramen & appetizers. Also serve beer & sake. Closes early and small seating so might want to reserve on weekends.

    Mon-Fri 12:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00; Sat Sun 12:00-21:00·€16+

38. EatBinnenstad

    Thaise Snackbar Bird

    Very crowded little snack bar with Thai food. Not to be confused with the restaurant of the same owner, on the other side of the street. Try the chicken in oyster sauce.

    13:00-22:00 daily·€10-20

39. EatZuid

    Tjin's Gelderlandplein

    Tijn's Exotische Broodjes

    Tasty, great value Surinamese take-out. Sandwiches. Located a short walk from the Zuidas area hotels. A few tables are also available to eat in.

    Mon–Fri 11:30–19:30, Sat 11:30–19:00, Sun 13:00–19:00

40. EatBinnenstad

    Tony's NY City Bagels

    Oversized cups of coffee, muffins and bagels. Muffins, brownies, giant cookies, cheesecake and bagels spread with various toppings are served at reasonable prices to a clientèle that is a mix of locals and tourists. American themed. There are 3 locations in the city.

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Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Amsterdam (CC BY-SA 4.0).