Was totally tired of walking and exploring a new part of Amsterdam, off the beaten track of…read moretourists which is the best way to build on your knowledge of a city. Rewarded after walking through Rembrandt park with this place. And then I saw them. The macaroons. Which inspired me to have tea. Not the other way around. Ohhhhh the macaroons. Yes! Do brown them so there is a light caramelization on first bite and then second reward of soft coconut on second bite. I have to share? Damn YOU! Let's buy another and another... Oh there was tea? Oh yes, there was. Divine tea with careful consideration for ingredients. Well worth the visit.

This is NOT your English granny's tea shop. The tea selection is impressive and excitingly…read moreconfusing as well as comfortably familiar. The menu of teas is impressive as it ranges from what has become the standard --sweetened, fun drinks which include tea--but at a highly refined level, and also some house suggestions. And, unlike both your granny's tea shop and the new coffee/tea vendor of our new and painful hipstericaville, these guys have knowledge! And, they are happy to SHARE that knowledge. Or not. Who really needs to be condescended to in order to get a plant-based beverage? Anyone? Anyone? Go to T's and drink some lekker damn tea. Go to T's and have a tutorial about a specific or several specific teas. Go to T's and learn about nearly anything you care to learn about. Or not. And isn't that what it's all about?

I love that there is a tea shop near my place. I love even more the passion these two have for tea…read more They know it all! And their teas are premium and you can taste it. First of all, when walking in you are warmly greeted. I was waiting for a friend and so the women showed me the different seating areas to choose from. I love the variety! My favorite is the couch... It could be my living room... Filled with tea :) I mentioned the type of tea I typically enjoy and I was taking through the varieties they had that I might like. There's a wall of tea to explore! We got very educated on how it's premium and the different types. It's not just tea though... They have bites! Either low or no sugar treats that are delicious. I got the jam cookie. So perfect! The tea is the main event though, right? And it was so good. Mine had a taste of honey while my friend's was stronger. Just mention what you like and they will find something right for you. They can also add more water to the pot so you can get sometimes 3-5 pots from the one set of leaves! Also, you are served which I find lovely. I can't wait to go back and take my husband. It was so nice to escape the cold, hang out with a friend in a cosy shop, and have amazing tea.

Ever heard of matcha? Well, it's ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea. Hong…read moreTong Wu and his sister Yiemie, the owners of Tea's Delight, know how to treat this ingredient right. They put it in their ice cream, cookies and pancake, one topped with a slice of apple - fresh, slightly sour -and perfectly green cream. Eating this pancake may be a (tiny) sin, but it make's you feel super zen in return. Not only since it's delicious, but also because of the well balanced nature of this place. On the lower ground floor, you'll find the dark yin space, including light teaware made of glass and porcelain. Upstairs you'll find the lighter yang space with dark tea pots on the floor. Add to all this the soft voices of the sweet owners who patiently tell you all about the origins of their loose tea leaves and you'll float to another world. To China where most of their tea comes from. Or to Taiwan where their fabulous Oriental Beauty Oolong Tea is born.

4.3 and rounded up. On a drizzly Saturday afternoon in November, I stopped by Lanskroon to pick up…read moretheir version of the stroopwafel for which Amsterdam is so famously known. As a fan of both chewy/soft or alternatively crispy cookies, I appreciated the crunch on honingwafel that contrasted with its gooey center. Walking into around 2pm the bakery was steadily busy though didn't feel excessively crowded. A couple customers or groups would trickle in at a time, there were two people in line in front of me, perfect for me to take in the options and decide what to get. There are about 5-6 smaller cafe tables set up for about 2-3 people each, not a place for larger groups. The staff (woman at the counter), was friendly and helpful when I asked about the differences in the wafels, her recommendations, and what some of the other baked goods were. I was very curious about the gember køek and she said that was her favorite in the store. So I got: - honingwafel €3.60: as mentioned above crispy cookies with a honey syrup center. I'm kinda curious what this consisted of since it tasted less sweet than only honey itself. Level of sweetness is probably 6 or 7 out of 10. I ate it by itself and thought it would go well with some coffee or tea. As you're eating a little of the syrup may be squeezed out of the sandwich at the edges so take care. As they sold more, I saw fresh cookies being prepared on the side. - gember køek €3.20: as a ginger lover, I couldn't say no to this one; it's an almond cookie covered on top with chunks of candied ginger. A softer crumb, the ginger pieces were very sweet, cloyingly so that after eating about half (on a separate day than the wafel) I wish I had a cup of black coffee in the moment. - speculaasbrokken €5.50: crispy speculos cookies (think those bischoff ones they serve on Delta flights also widely available in US grocery stores now), but house-made and with almond slivers on top. I found them slightly less dense and with a texture similar to a crunchy graham cracker. I'm curious about their black current and poppyseed pastries, and would gladly drop by again to try these! For more info: lanskroon.nl

Lanskroon has the crisp-exterior stroopwafels - if you're looking for the soft-waffle version (that…read morebends before it breaks), I would recommend going elsewhere. I really enjoyed the buttery/shatter-y texture of the Lanksroon one - plus the honey filling is tough to beat. Not overly sweet. Worth a trip to try this out!

4.5/5 stars. The food was fantastic, fresh, great flavor, and reasonably priced. I got a fresh…read morepressed juice shot (passionfruit, pineapple, ginger, turmeric) and eggs Benedict. The seating is limited, but they turn over seats quick so there isn't much wait despite it always being busy/full. They ran out of hash browns so gave us free juice drink and bottled water to compensate. Ambiance is semi-loud, medium lighting, smaller tables which are both seating on one side and chairs on the other

Came here for breakfast one morning. We got here within the first 30 minutes of them opening and…read morewas able to get the very last table. Space in here is very tight so you will sit close to other people. Service is very slow, so I'm glad we got the last table because it would have easily been another hour for them to start clearing the first round of people. We ordered Greenwoods Shakshuka, Smoked Salmon Coddled Eggs, and Chefs Spicy Eggs on Toast. We all LOVED our dished. I cannot tell you which one is best, because they were all REALLY good. It made the slow service worth the wait.

A nice cozy place for some breakfast! The staff are…read morefriendly and very responsive. The dutch pancakes are delicious! Note: they don't accept credit cards.

Everything is natural. It's basically farm to table French cooking. The mint for the mint tea I…read moreordered were literally plucked from a garden in the back somewhere (See pictures). The jam they made was unlike anything I've ever had before. The croissant was freshly baked. The Food even just for breakfast, is REALLY good! The staff/cooks seemed really kind too. Food is brought out fairly quickly but the speed of service overall will feel slow if you come from somewhere like New York. I try to keep that in mind and not judge too harshly. On our visit felt like we waited an eternity to get the attention of the staff and pay the bill. Herein lies the reason for a one star deduction: They are cash only. Fortunately, we had enough cash on hand, but I imagine you'd be paying several fees if you had to go to an ATM nearby. Other than that, the atmosphere was warm and cozy. The place is in a nice location and almost feels like a hole-in-the wall, but it doesn't feel too tight. It's worth the visit for the cooking, just don't forget your cash!

I had so much fun in here with a girlfriend of mine visiting from Paris. Perfect place to bring…read moreyour friends for tea. I completely love this place! I would have given them 5 stars if they also had gluten free cupcakes too, but i know that was a long shot to ask for. However they have gluten free chocolate, if your not able to enjoy their yummy deserts. What a super cute cafe to enjoy with your girlfriends or maybe your man. So deceiving.... you would never guess how adorable this tearoom is unless you stepped inside the place and went up stairs to enjoy their lovely tearoom. I will be marking (Tea In The City) as one of my favourite places to go in Amsterdam.

Really wonderful tea house! The teas are delicious, particularly the lychee and jasmine blend. The…read moreenvironment is very lively, with soft music and warm lighting. There is wifi if you need to work and plenty of space for tea with a friend. Customer service is excellent! I highly recommend coming here.

The perfect place to spend a couple hours during a morning or an afternoon. The tiny house offers…read moreone table with 5 seats and is run by a couple whose family owned the house for over 50 years. You need to reserve the table on their website in advance so that they are able to accommodate you, but it is so worth it. The friendliest service I've experienced in a while and the tea shop on the ground floor is also pretty nice! Do yourself a favor and sign up for some tea time here. You won't regret it!

AKA- The Smallest House in Amsterdam - We discovered another true secret in the Red Light District…read more At Oude Hoogstraat 22, you'll find the smallest house in Amsterdam. But more surprises await inside. Niels, the owner, transformed the downstairs part of the house into a quaint, cozy tea shop, filled with unique teas, special tea sets and tea accessories. But the biggest surprise is that there is a small tearoom upstairs where Niels and his wife serve high tea and tea brunch. We opted for the tea brunch, so we climbed the spiral staircase in the back and found a small, tastefully decorated dining room with a table that seats up to 5, a bright window overlooking the street, and a fireplace with a faux flame. First tea is served with a selection of teas from their downstairs shop. Next comes homemade scones with clotted cream and lemon curd and fresh squeezed orange juice to drink. Next, Niels brings in lux sandwiches made of salmon, tuna, blue cheese walnuts and more. Finally for dessert there is homemade Dutch apple pie, butter cakes and brownies. Host Niels is very warm and friendly and he'll even tell you a few stories about the history of the house. What a wonderful time we had. You can check out the video of our visit here: https://youtu.be/4vyFGbOubrc

The staff was very friendly. And the food came out quickly. We came in for breakfast and started…read moreoff slightly disappointed to hear that we could not get tap water and instead only had the option of paying for a bottle of water. The coffee was pretty good, but from a machine and not barista made. We ordered the scrambled eggs and toast which was cooked nicely. The bread was very thin and everything, including cheese, was an up charge. We also ordered and omelet with cheese. This dish was less satisfactory as it was Average and not much special about it. Did not care for the decor, might be a good style for some. Felt a little cramped in the back, but to be expected based on the name of the restaurant. Decent backup option if you're hungry and everything around it is full.

Highly recommend this place. Mandy was amazing- chief cook and waitress!!! Food was wonderful and…read moreservice was excellent. If I'm ever in Amsterdam again, I will be back.

I went to the best yoga class I have been to in a while here. I had never been before and a friend…read moreinvited me along. I was expecting a small yoga studio (had only seen the teacher's yoga website) and instead found a whole center with different rooms for yoga, a small cafe, and I hear there is a little shop upstairs. The center is host to many many many many yoga classes/schools, meditation sessions, spirituality workshops, massage, qi cong, etc. Conveniently located right by Vondel park and hidden beneath the trees, you really feel like you are in a safe and warm place when you are there. The energy is quite nice all around. I plan to continue yoga there and will probably check out some of their other offerings soon.

De Roos can quickly be overlooked, but it would be a shame if you did. The location is amazing, a…read morelarge white villa at the corner of the PC Hoofdstraat and Vondelpark. Once the owners of the former Metz store lived here, which is now the Apple Store on Leidseplein. I am not sure who nowadays owns the building, but they are now a spiritual center. You can take workshops there, rent spaces or visit their bookshop. Now if all of this sounds a bit too esotheric for you, don't worry, as they also have an excellent cafeteria. On sunny days you can sit on the terrace, which is nice, cool and quiet. By far the best place in the often overcrowded and noisy Vondelpark. Their prices are quite reasonable and their soup and sanwiches are excellent, from the nearby Vlaamsch Broodhuys. You can also buy individual pieces of fruit, fresh salads and organic food. A hidden gem!

"An appeltaart a day keeps the doctor away."…read more This is just irrefutable science (as confirmed by the medical research that I'm currently conducting). Whether you agree with this form of self-medicating or not, if you've ever sampled Dutch apple pie I'm feeling pretty confident that you'll agree that this stuff is amazing! So densely packed with cinnamon apples, this is probably the tallest slice of pie that I've ever encountered. Prepared with the tandem ingredients of cinnamon and brown sugar, I wondered if the taste would be dominated by sweetness. However, they are added in measured proportions so that each bite is harmonious and flavorful. The crumble top adds a wonderful texture, and when supplemented by a generous dollop of whipped cream, this all comes together to serve as a delicious companion to any balanced meal. My only lingering question is: I wonder if I can get my doctor to write me a daily prescription for this stuff? And that's...Henry's Take. #appeltaart

I was looking to pick up a treat for a friend's housewarming- and I saw that there were many…read moresuggestions that this is the place to go for American-style chocolate chip cookies. In our experience they were dry and not good at all. The brownie was better than the cookies! I highly recommend that you hold out for the Van Stapele Koekmakerij cookies instead.