If you are looking for some delicious Italian cakes for the holiday or a special occasion, then I…read morewould definitely stop in here. We bought two and we will definitely be returning soon for some more. A wonderful shop with exceptional Italian products. If you can't make it to Italy anytime soon, then stroll right on in here instead.

From the owner: Sogno di Pasta The shop Sogno di Pasta, opened in 2016 by…read morePatrick Hulsman, is located in a historic building at a beautiful spot in the center of Haarlem: Zijlstraat 88 — an easily accessible location. Sogno di Pasta is truly a family business, run by owner Patrick, his wife Monique, and their son Filip Hulsman. In the shop itself, you’ll mostly interact with Patrick and Filip, who handle both the purchasing and sales of a wide range of special and authentic Italian products. Patrick and Filip Hulsman Their passion for Italy becomes immediately clear as soon as you step into the store. Not only through the wonderful scents, colors, beautiful packaging, and the wide selection of products such as pasta, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and many others, but also through the enthusiasm they so naturally convey. They are always happy to tell you more about the products and can offer excellent advice as well. When asked about their personal top three favorite Italian products, Patrick chooses Balsamico La Ca’ dal Non, olive oil from Frescobaldi, and Colatura di Alici (anchovy essence). Monique’s top three are the stone jugs with olive oil, Amaretti cookies, and Filotea pasta. Filip goes for Guanciale for Pasta Carbonara, Limoncello, and also Balsamico La Ca’ dal Non.

While I was admittedly attracted by the name, I still say this place is pretty great. Ordering is…read moreeasy as pie--use the touch-screen kiosk to find what you want(choose your language--they have options!), tap your card, and take your ticket. Within minutes, your number will be called (and displayed on the monitors). It's just like the DMV, but it's faster and you get coffee instead of new tabs. Win! My cappuccino with salted caramel syrup was a delight. It's very convenient if you are coming into or going out of the Central station (or passing through on your way to the ferry), and the environment is clean and pleasant--perfect for people-watching or chatting with friends.

Stopped in today after a train ride from rotterdam. Needed a cappuccino stat. Niki wanted a…read moremacchiato. The coffees here are great but my croissant was just ok. It could have been a little more crisp and buttery.

I am amazed at this fantastic place! The food is truly delicious, the cocktails - unique and sooo…read moretasty! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. I highly recommend this restaurant to locals and visitors of the city. It is a wonderful experience! My dinner with friends was just so enjoyable and unforgettable there.

Great little place with delicious food. Must try chef's menu.I was worried about the portion size…read morefor the price but both the fish and beef are great portions. Delicious side dishes like octopus, patron pepper. A small place so recommended to book.. Definitely recommended..

Very good pasta restaurant a short walk from Utrecht Centraal. Indoor and outdoor seating…read moreencouraging table sharing provides amble opportunities to meet new friends. Several menu items change daily. Pasta is fresh made. Ample serving sizes with the option to upsize. I had the wild duck ragu and my son had the gnocchi with scallops and tomato sauce. Both entrees delicious. Service was a little slow but we were enjoying a bottle of Pinot Grigio and relaxing. I would definitely return and recommend this establishment.

I tried to come on a Friday night and there was a line out the door and they couldn't seat me even…read morethough I was alone and it was only me. So next time I was in town, I was sure to make a reservation. They anticipated my arrival and sat me at the bar. They have WiFi that works! The pizza was really good and you could taste its freshness. I had a couple of cocktails but it was really tempting to get beer on tap. The interior is cozy which adds to La Perla's exclusivity and reservation-only culture because there is limited seating inside. My friend recommended La Perla to me. He goes every time he's in Amsterdam. I can see why. Service was also great and quite friendly.

Absolutely delicious pizza!! We also had the reypenear kaas baguette and enjoyed it. They had an…read moreolive oil infused with dried chili peppers and garlic on the table that tasted amazing on the baguette. The servers were very nice and we were sat pretty immediately. It was a great stop for a quick and delicious lunch!

Another very nice Italian place in the little Italy street from Amsterdam…read more Don't expect pizza's here though this is a real kitchen! This very small Italian is always packed. In the open kitchen you can see (and hear!) the chef work his magic. The bread, the starters, the fresh home made pasta's and the secondi's are all amazing. They import a lot from Italy themselves, and you can even but a bottle of olive oil here. The place is full of ferrari signs, foto's of Sophia Loren, etc. It feels like a second home. Great for a nice romantich night out or a double date, maybe not so good if you go with more then 4 people, as the place is very small. Expect to spend about 115 euro for 2 persons incl a bottle of wine. Make sure you reserve a table!

Hostaria is an Italian restaurant situated in the Jordan area, the little Italy of Amsterdam. After…read morereading the reviews, we thought we'd give this one a try. On the outside it doesn't look all too fancy. Inside, the tables are closely arranged; making getting up from your table quite a challenge at times. However the waitress was friendly, and the atmosphere cosy. I had the truffle tagliatelle, which tasted excellent, but sadly wasn't cooked properly; it stuck together. Same goes for the pasta with sausage we had. Maybe the secondi taste better, but I'm not prone to go check them out after this experience. All in all, good service, but for the pricing they might pay a little more attention to the food.

Best Neapolitan pizza we had in Amsterdam with a classic cocktail list and modern decor. Service…read morewas adequate for an afternoon lazy lunch.

The food was amazing, but the service even better! Cute, intimate restaurant, great evening, highly…read morerecommend!

Cute little Italian restaurant near the city center of Amsterdam! If you're looking for a great…read moreItalian meal, come to this cozy little spot. We have the mushroom raviolis and a pasta dish, which I was definitely not disappointed about! The service was good. Looked like it was locally owned, older gentleman that was serving us and taking care of everyone in the area. Also, pasta came from a cheese wheel! So good. Keep in mind the restaurant is smaller so it may not be great for larger parties but overall, I highly recommend coming here!!

Great location, appearing to be a mom/pops restaurant. Very intimate ambiance. A younger gentleman…read morewas our server, and he was wonderful--very attentive, checking on us several times and keeping our wine and water glasses full. The food was fresh and cooked to perfection. We had planned to order dessert, but after the appetizer, pasta, and wine, we were completely stuffed! Highly recommend this spot.

Our final night in Amsterdam was made memorable by a visit to this lovely place around the corner…read morefrom The Pulitzer Hotel. It was early so the place was quiet and near empty. Our waitress Marie was a joy. Making sure we had whatever we needed. The chef Tamara was also amazing describing each dish. She brought us a little chef's surprise which was some kind of beet crisp with sour cream and herbs. We ordered beef Tatar that was different and very tasty. Especially with the lovely bread basket. We ordered the lobster spaghetti and the veal dish. Both excellent and beautifully presented. For dessert the Tiramisu with vanilla ice cream was delicious and decadent. I highly recommend stopping by this lovely restaurant with great food and terrific people.

One of the best meals we had while visiting Amsterdam and the Netherlands. This place has excellent…read morecustomer service from when you walk in and they offer to take your jacket. We opted for the tasting menu (different items) along with the wine pairings and that was very fun. The food is delicious - particularly loved the breads and the hazelnut soup. Love that the wine pairings differ based on what you order (and not the same for the whole table). The ambiance was cozy and fancy, but not stuffy. Enjoyed the meal thoroughly.