Restaurant Amsterdam: top 7 places to eat in 2025!

In this article, I present Amsterdam's best restaurantsto suit all tastes and budgets.

Find out where to eat local, where to treat yourself to a gourmet meal and in which restaurant to eat without breaking the bank, with a top 7 quality establishments!

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Amsterdam's best restaurant

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A small nugget we found with Kaap & Tein!

You can settle in on their magnificent terrace weather permitting.

On the menu Dutch specialties with different types of sausages, meatballs, croquettes and deli and cheese dishes.

But also (for dinner only), more elaborate meat and fish dishes, all excellent!

Visit excellent value for money with dishes ranging from €25 to €29.

Quite simply, I'd recommend this restaurant to anyone going to Amsterdam!

And here's the feedback from 2 travelers who went to Kaap & Tein 🙂

Reservations are essential, otherwise it's sold out, very popular and we understood why! 🙂
Well-placed, charming restaurant, 2 atmospheres. Beautiful terrace. The 2-tone interior is top-notch.
Even when overbooked, the waiter remains helpful, friendly and welcoming.
Much appreciated moment. (But don't let people play the piano when they can't play 😉 )
Thanks for the dinner break.

Marc

Just a quick e-mail to tell you about our experience at the Kaap / tein restaurant.
What a nugget!
A big thank you, really, for this address. We had an excellent time, were very well received and the food was exquisite!
We also enjoyed a little aperitif when we arrived!
In short, it was perfect 🥰
Truly, a wonderful culinary memory of Amsterdam that we'll treasure forever.
Many thanks to you!

Clément

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Amsterdam's best restaurant for gourmets

Bougainville Restaurant

• Dam 27 In Hotel TwentySeven, 1012 JS Amsterdam
• +31 20 218 2182
• Open every day from 6.30pm to 10pm

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Bougainville is one of the best restaurants in Amsterdam, with its Michelin star and its superb setting at the TwentySeven hotel in the heart of the city. downtown. Chef Tim Golsteijn is supported by Lendl Mijnhijmer, voted best sommelier in 2017 by Gault et Millau, to propose a unique culinary experience for gourmet visitors.

The menus consist only of organic seasonal productsfor a mainly European-inspired cuisine. It is possible (and recommended!) to be tempted by the tasting menus at 5, 6 or 7 coursesavailable in vegetarian or classic versions from 110 euros to 140 euros. The wine experience is an added bonus for a meal you'll never forget.

To whet your appetite, you'll be eating lobster, codfish, dumplings and more. Kagoshima Wagyu beef (in southern Japan), beef tartar with oysters, caviar or a champagne and white chocolate dessert to melt the hearts of even the most demanding gourmets.

The best restaurant to taste local dishes without breaking the bank

Cafe Sonneveld

• Egelantiersgracht 72-74, 1015 RM Amsterdam
• +31 20 423 4287
• Open daily, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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Taste typical dishes, such as the Hochepotbeef croquettes or homemade stew? Take a trip to Cafe Sonneveld and you won't be disappointed!

This Amsterdam restaurant unpretentious serves hearty, tasty home cooking at low prices. Visitors can mingle with locals and visitors alike, enjoying a typical meal in a friendly setting.

Visit 25 euros on average for a heart-warming meal after your visit to Anne Franck House located just a few minutes from the restaurant.

Amsterdam's best vegetarian restaurant

Hearth

• Camperstraat 26H, 1091 AG Amsterdam
• +31 6 19284170
• Monday to Friday, 5 p.m. to midnight, Saturday and Sunday 12 a.m. to 2 a.m.

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This Amsterdam vegetarian restaurant makes a point of offering refined cuisineThe result is a range of innovative and original products, using ingredients suited to those who don't eat meat.

Elegant menus include red quinoa sushi with avocado and tofu, cauliflower tartare, tagliatelle with pesto, cashew and coconut milk, and even delicious spinach falafelthat will appeal to the most discerning palates. Prices are as sweet as the flavours, with an average of a 30-euro bill without drinks.

To make matters worse, you can drink excellent cocktails at Amsterdam's Hearth, which also doubles as a music bar. Perfect for a night out in the heart of the city.

The best restaurant for small budgets

Fabel Friet

• Runstraat 1 De 9 Straatjes, 1016 GJ Amsterdam
• Open every day from 12 am to 8 pm

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If you're a fan of crispy French friescovered with the sauce of your choice from a crazy selection of toppings - cheddar, parmesan, truffle mayonnaise, curry, peanuts, etc. - then Fabel Friet is the place to be. - then Fabel Friet is the restaurant not to be missed in Amsterdam!

It's certainly the capital's best French fry shopYou'll pay just 2.95 euros for a small portion of fries, and up to 5.95 euros for a maxi portion. For a few extra deniers, you can accompany these crispy, light fries with meat croquettes for a full meal.

For a crunchy break between two visits, without overspendingIt's a great choice!

The best brunch restaurant in Amsterdam

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The restaurant I consider the best in Amsterdam also has an excellent brunch section.

Lunch menu includes Dutch specialties with different types of sausages, meatballs, croquettes and deli and cheese dishes.

You can also choose from a variety of soups and salads, sandwiches, wraps and a incredible apple pie 🙂

And here's the feedback from 2 travelers who went to Kaap & Tein 🙂

Well-placed, charming restaurant, 2 atmospheres. Beautiful terrace. The 2-tone interior is top-notch.
Even when overbooked, the waiter remains helpful, friendly and welcoming.
Much appreciated moment. (But don't let people play the piano when they can't play 😉 )
Thanks for the dinner break.

Marc

Very good restaurant, tasty food with Amsterdam specialties for a very reasonable price.
A great place to eat in the heart of Amsterdam

Clément

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Amsterdam's best Turkish restaurant to eat in

Restaurant Olijfje

• Valkenburgerstraat 223D 1068 Gv, 1011 MJ Amsterdam
• +31 20 330 4444
• Open every day from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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You may know that largest foreign community in Amsterdam is the Turkish community. In fact, there are some excellent Turkish restaurants (and great kebabs!) in the capital. Take this opportunity to try Restaurant Olijfje, which serves excellent Turkish specialties.

A taste of spicy grilled meat dishesKofte dumplings with paprika, chicken with mushrooms, shrimps with cheese and tomato, or amazing cod croquettes.

A way to vary your pleasures during your stay in Amsterdam, and enjoy the benefits of cultural cross-fertilization!

Practical information about eating out in Amsterdam

Here are a few things you need to know eating out in Amsterdam without making any mistakes. The rules are quite similar to those in France and elsewhere in Europe, but it's worth pointing them out!

What time is dinner in Amsterdam?

The Dutch eat early onWith some dinners taking place at 6pm! If this sounds more like aperitif time to you, don't worry about the restaurants. Most of them stay open until at least 10pm.

What about tipping in Amsterdam?

No special rule for the tip, which, as in France, depends mainly on your satisfaction and your willingness to leave one. It's not expected, nor is it compulsory, but it's always appreciated when the service is good.

A one-off bill

A small local specificity to know concerns the payment in a restaurant: it is customary to pay the bill all at oncewithout dividing it. You can do your accounts later if necessary. What's more, in Amsterdam restaurants, payment is generally made by credit card.

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