Amazing! I would visit this place again with no second thought…read more Atmosphere, service, food, drinks were all amazing. We came here to surprise my friend for her birthday in October as it was a close restaurant to our hotel and airport. The staff were absolutely amazing and accommodating and the food was so good! They have the best bouillabaisse I have ever had. The picture does not do it justice and I don't know if you can see the video I took of pouring the fish stock over the generous portion of seafood. I still think about that dish every day and wish the chef could give me their recipe. If you are in the area, you must visit!! All the other dishes my friends ordered were quite delicious as well. Great job to the owners and staff for making our visit so memorable.

What a great little spot. This sexy little open plan restaurant offers cozy lounge seating as well…read moreas a full menu and comfortable bar. Friendly staff and good music. The owner Danny is quite hospitable and the food is great. We'll return with the gang for breakfast for sure!

My mom (a very picky eater with a sensitive gastrointestinal track) and I walked in here for a late…read morelunch on the day we arrived in Amsterdam. And despite ALL of our meals in Amsterdam being excellent, this one may have been the best. We wanted to try Dutch food, not totally knowing what to expect and were blown away by the combination of flavors and textures we consumed. We started with the pickled herring which was served with onions and pickles- fresh yet bold! I'm still thinking about those little fishies weeks later. Then we each had the sampler-ish plates (I forget what it was called). Hers was the vegetarian version and mine was with sausage. There were 3 kinds of essentially mashed potatoes with veggies mixed in: 1 with spinach I think, 1 with carrots, and 1 with sauerkraut. Mine came with a delightfully rich gravy and my moms came with some kind of lighter yellow sauce (I think mustard based). We tried these same dishes at other Dutch restaurants during our stay, but nothing beat The Pantry. The service in this quaint and cozy spot was also excellent!

Traditional Dutch foods, served in a charming/cozy dining room - what's not to love? We enjoyed…read moreevery dish that we ordered; even our pickiest (child) member of our party ate well (the meatball and hutspot disappeared from the plate :). Portions are substantial and a very good value in a neighborhood where tourist-markups are the norm. They have a/c, but in order to feel it you'll need to sit closer to the back of the restaurant/near the kitchen, as there is only one wall unit back there, and they leave the front of the restaurant open to the elements (even in 98+ degree heat).

Prachtige plaats als het mooi weer is direct aan het water. De bediening is erg vriendelijk en…read moreservice like. Eten is goed, verse vis en lekker nagerecht, drinken perfect

This place was an absolutely last minute for our group. Luckily, the service and the view was…read morestunningly gorgeous such the food also. A restaurant close to the canal is breathtaking to say the least seems as if I was in Italy maybe back in the great Vienna! No reservations were needed which was a plus on my part, the selections of wine was quite great so were the food options. Will be back on my next adventure.

From the greeting we were relaxed and felt welcomed. We chose the toasted carrots shareable which…read morewas delicious. I chose the risotto special (the fish was superb- flaky/ not fishy) and my daughter chose the vegetarian pasta which she loved. The smaller setting of the restaurant added to personal touch - not loud, and very comfortable. We highly recommend this restaurant with its neighborhood welcoming vibe and elevated food.

One of my favorite dining experiences so far. Reserving was so easy through WhatsApp, they…read moreresponded promptly and had a perfect table set up for us! The servers are relaxed and friendly- also very knowledgeable. They let us taste the wines we were interested in, and ALL of the wines we tried were outstanding. In fact, I wanted to return for one of the bottles we had! I loved that the menu is very seasonal and had plenty of options for our group, which included a vegetarian and someone who doesn't eat lactose (me hehe). The ambiance is perfect, very gezellig- and I could have stayed all night. One of the few places I want to return to again and again.

Pastis was incredible. Me and my boyfriend were both looking for somewhere to eat later in the…read moreevening in Amsterdam and he ended up landing on Pastis. It was delicious and the service was great. We got amaretto sours and every dish was exquisite. The ambiance was awesome, the bar was so cute and it was so romantic. Would go here again.

Food and service were good . Atmosphere is cozy and romantic. Good ideal for a date .read more

This was my husband's and my first dinner in Amsterdam! The Hacée and the stamppot are heaven! I…read morelove the plates are mismatched and have been for decades! Reading the menu was fun! We dropped off our little frame with our mothers in it. The server originally asked us to place it wherever we see fit, but the owner (she has the manager vibe) came over and helped us picked an even better spot! Service was what I thought was slow, but then we learned that Dutch people are very customer-focused, so we had to initiate an eye contact and signal to them that we are ready to close our check. I also found out that tipping is not required. Who would have thought? Oh, and also water is not free. Lastly, be sure to make a reservation because this place very packed for the duration of our meal and some people got turned away.

Popular joint serving up Dutch Comfort food. Make a reservation - it gets busy. We made it easy and…read moreopted for the sampler plate for 2. Comes with two kinds of beef stew, 2 two kinds of potatoes, apple sauce, cabbage, and sausages over mashed potatoes and sauerkraut. Everything was really good! No strong flavors, but all cooked well. Service was very good and the ambiance is funny! Place is covered with pictures of moms that the customers have brought in. We loved it! N*joy...

Talk about surprise and delight! We were ever so lucky to nab a table on a busy busy Friday evening…read moreand even though we were a tad loud (read: drunk), this small fine dining restaurant was exactly what we needed! As you're walking in.. you wonder if you've stumbled into a completely different realm. It was small, big enough only for around 25 seats but it feels warm and welcoming, with great mood lighting. The staff were attentive and nothing was too much to ask. We ended choosing 3 courses with extra oysters to start and matching wines. Starting with bubbly to match the oysters, white wine to match the entree of mackerel, then red to match the main meat dish, and to finish- a sweet dessert wine with some sweet dessert. All of the sweetness was topped with grated chestnut, that had every person licking their plates clean. Even though we were a rather large and boisterous group, everyone was attended to and looked after. I was also watching the staff interact with the other tables (big and small) and they too looked as at ease as we did. All in all, it was the perfect Friday night find. I just hope I can remember to stumble into this little hot spot again with a bit more purpose (read: less drunk)!

On a quiet Monday night, we made our way to Juuls. I had requested a private table in my online…read morereservation and they sat us in a little corner by ourselves. The servers were very friendly and attentive. They don't have a menu, so it's always a surprise menu and you can choose between 3, 4, or 5 courses. We went with 3 courses and had the extra request that we don't get the same dishes so we can try 6 different things. Every meal, including the amose bouche, was creative, visually beautiful, and super tasty!!! Our main courses were a truffle stuffed guinea fowl with lentils and a white fish in beurre blanc with a potato cake and both had very interesting and flavorful sauces and tiny veggies. Hmmmmmm, I wish I had more tiny veggies to eat right now...

Led by Chef Dennis Huwaë Daalder is located in Het Sieraad, graffiti and EDM flooding a…read moremulti-colored interior as the outside patio offers privileged views of the canals while diners explore creative and whimsical cuisine. Raised with roots in Indonesia, a cuisine more common in The Netherlands than other European nations, guests visiting Daalder are offered a choice of Tasting Menus versus a la carte courses, though the later also includes a few complimentary bites such as "Nigiri" of bruleed Salmon atop a delicate Meringue. Also serving "Satay" shaped like a Peanut and Bao topped by Thai Shrimp, plus a generous portion of Fried Chicken with Caviar, proper Appetizers comprise Octopus with pearls of Pasta, Grapefruit and Mushrooms or Langoustines in a vibrant Bisque. Not forgetting hot pull-apart Brioche alongside stamped Butter, spendy but worthy, Entrees include seasonal Lamb brightened by Miso and Orange plus locally caught Cod and Huwaë's signature Beet Ravioli with Spinach filling. Awarded one Michelin star, though priced akin to Two-starred spots like Spectrum, Desserts find "Sweet Corn" a little forced though the two-plate Blueberry soufflé is exemplary, as are Daalder's celebrated Stroopwafel Ice Cream Sandwiches.

This restaurant is set on the canal in a beautiful spot. They have a great outdoor space for…read moredrinks. The service here was great. I went with the favorites menu and each dish was beautifully plated. The space itself is quite large with lots of tables spaced apart so it wasn't crowded. I'm not sure I liked the different colored lights - seemed a little tacky lol but the space was nice. The flavors were for the most part very good but none of the dishes were outstanding imo. The oyster was delicious and very creamy. The butter was excellent. The desserts were a bit lacking.

We were exploring Amsterdam all day and really needed a drink! 20,000+ steps will do that to you…read more A friend visited Tales and Spirits a few years ago and recommended we go there if we had the chance. Apple Maps told me we were less than 1/2 mile away so we headed over there. Located just off a canal on a pedestrian walkway basically at the start of the Red Light District, we arrived soon after they opened and got a nice table near the bar. Forget ordering what you usually drink- the menu has dozens of concoctions most of which looked real good. I ordered a "T&S Old Fashion and my wife had "The Girl Next Door". Both were drink types we usually don't order but we loved them enough to order another round. Speaking of the menu-it's pretty entertaining besides all the drink choices. Also entertaining was watching the bartenders making the drinks with a huge flair of showmanship. Music tracks were great as well. Could have just stayed to listen to the music. The food options looked tasty as well but we were still full from lunch so we just opted to drink. By the time we left, Tales was pretty full. A fun place to come back to and recommend to friends.

First day in Amsterdam and was super tired. Asked at our hotel about a spot for a cocktail and…read moresmall plates for dinner and was sent to Tales & Spirits. After a very short walk, we arrived. The place was small but adds to the charm. Nice decor and friendly service. We each had 2 cocktails and split an order of Bitterballen and Truffle Risotto. I had never had Bitterballen but figured since I was in Holland, it was a must. So good. I would definitely recommend for a cocktail before/after dinner or if you're looking for some appetizers/small plates. Great spot.