Food was good and it's conveniently located across the water via free ferry from Amsterdam central…read more Only downside is they don't accept cash or American Express.

This is a great spot to get some work done on your laptop, although a bit louder than the library…read moreor a Starbucks. The interior is spacious, somewhat 'divey', and is very brightly lit with natural light. The windows have views for the Ij as well as the EYE. When the weather is nice, you can enjoy one of the dozens of picnic tables outside on either sides of the building. This means that De Pont is great for groups! I didn't have food here, but the cappuccino was good, although the accompanying cookie wasn't fresh, but I wouldn't judge them for that.

Located right on the beach in North Amsterdam, this place has all the right vibes -- great music,…read morecomfortable seating options, and an amazing view. However, the big drawback was the extremely slow service. We only ordered some appetizer balls but had to wait between 45 and 60 minutes. In the end, our son had to go to the kitchen himself to bring them to our table. Definitely room for improvement there. Gelegen direct aan het strand in Amsterdam-Noord, heeft deze plek alle juiste vibes -- goede muziek, fijne zitplaatsen en een prachtig uitzicht. Het grote minpunt was echter de extreem trage service. We hadden slechts wat borrelballen besteld, maar moesten tussen de 45 en 60 minuten wachten. Uiteindelijk moest onze zoon zelf naar de keuken om ze op te halen. Er is hier zeker ruimte voor verbetering.

This was a very chill place, great atmosphere, cozy, open concept, with plenty of seating. I was…read moretold to sit anywhere, so I opted for the top section, the quiet balcony area, to sip my warm drink while looking out the window at the calm water.

The place to go for Poffertjes!! Poffertjes are traditional Dutch pancakes that are small in size…read more(mini, bite-size) and cooked in a special pan. You can get them savory, sweet, or classic (butter and powdered sugar). I've had them a variety of ways at this restaurant. My favorite is with vanilla ice cream, cherries, cherry sauce, and whipped cream. They also make a really decent French-style crepe. Yes all day long to The Pancake Bakery! There's a reason they've been around since the 70s.

Got our pancake fix in this place. Tried the thin, projefere and really enjoyed the Indonesian…read morepancake option. Yum!

food is good and creative, owner is super friendly the place is very calm and chill loved it. worth…read morecoming back. decor is beautiful.

Breakfast burger was the BOMB. Perfect bite!!! 10/10 recommend. Server was also very nice and…read morewelcoming.

Great breakfast option near Amsterdam central. They were open earlier than most other spots and the…read moretoasts hit the taste and price point. Service was friendly and the ambience is casual so not much to detail on that.

Got the legend for sandwich and the coffee/apple pie combo. The apple pie was super flakey and the…read moresandwich was also good. Was waiting for a train and this place was very close by and convenient.

Worth the queue/wait!!…read more I've been here several times over the years. Excellent and FILLING omelets. Amazing food in general. Cooks make a mean omelette. All kinds, at that!!

Go early as the restaurant gets really busy. We got there right in time before it got busy. The…read moreothers after us had to wait. Patrons do eat and go to make way for others but some like to take their time and hang around. Please don't bring your suitcases, the restaurant is tiny and people had their suitcases blocking areas. The omelette was delicious. We ordered the Popeye and ham and cheese. The order comes with bread and the serving is big. Come hungry!

Located on Nieuwezijds Kolk, just a short walk from Amsterdam Centraal Station and the historic…read moreheart of the city, Mortimer occupies a convenient position between the canal district and Amsterdam's main transportation hub. The exterior blends naturally into the surrounding streetscape of traditional Dutch buildings to the point that we almost missed it - it's a cozy, townhouse-feel, with large front windows allowing plenty of daylight into the restaurant. Inside, the space feels cramped yet cozy, with a bright, café-style design that prioritizes natural light but preserves old furnishings. It's a two-story setup with closely-packed tables, crafting an intimate atmosphere. At around noon on a Friday, the restaurant was full, so my walk-in party of three waited around fifteen minutes before a table opened up. The menu is firmly centered around breakfast and brunch, with a selection of egg dishes, pancakes, sandwiches, pastries, specialty coffee, and lighter lunch fare. The offerings lean contemporary and international rather than traditionally Dutch, and portions are substantial without being excessive (not an American diner by any means), and the menu balances healthier options with more indulgent brunch classics. It's the sort of place where nearly every table seems to have a combination of coffee, eggs, and something sweet. One friend ordered their Dutch Caesar Sandwich (€16.75), which was a gargantuan sandwich atop hearty toasted sourdough, crisp Romaine lettuce, chicken salad, and a tangy 48-month aged Parmesan cheese. She enjoyed the variety of textures and flavors in the sandwich, and it was a great portion for the price. My other friend opted for the Eggs Benedict (€17), which was two perfectly-poached eggs served atop a golden-brown toasted fluffy bun, country ham, and a rich, decadent hollandaise sauce. This was a truly photogenic dish with some excellent flavors to back it up. Lastly, I ordered their French Toast & Stroopwafel (€15.5), which was a thick slice of brioche french toast with a whipped vanilla cream, fresh apple compote (with a lovely flavor of cinnamon), stroopwafel caramel, and a light dusting of stroopwafel crumble. Between the soft, custardy french toast, the light cream, the slightly tart apple compote, and the crunchy stroopwafel, this was a truly playful dish, and I've never had one quite like it. The overall atmosphere strikes a balance between modern brunch spot and neighborhood café, making it an appealing option for breakfast or lunch before a day of exploring the city center. Service is so friendly and helpful, and pricing falls comfortably within Amsterdam's mid-range café market, with most guests spending approximately €15-30 per person. If you're looking for a great brunch in the city before a day of exploring, I highly recommend Mortimer!

Wow! What an incredible menu, we had a hard time deciding but were extremely pleased with the…read moreveggie platter. The McMuffin and avocado toast looked incredible, as well. Great outdoor seating, plus, inside seating options. Very welcoming and helpful staff in a quaint environment, perfect for relaxing.

This place is the bomb. The guys behind the bar not only knew their beer but gave my brother a…read morespecial glass to take home with him because he collects them and would not let him give them any money for it. I strongly recommend swinging in there for a beer when you are in the neighborhood.

Saturday, 1pm-ish, yearning for coffee…read more I have to pick up something, but i am stalling. Not sure if I really need coffee, i guess i need an excuse. Coffee is always a good excuse. So here I am, wanting to sit on their big terrace which is unfortunately a bit drizzled on by rain, I will sit inside, window side. I like the place. Looking from the outside in, the place doesn't draw you in though. Once sitting inside it looks nice, styled and clean. Except from the cobweb on the window-sill. Makes me suddenly wonder what bugs are hiding in the fur, stylishly draped over some of the chairs. I'm squeamish for bugs. Luckily easy distracted, so i'm leaning back against it while ordering my cuppa joe. I'm ordering my espresso macchiato, which taste is good but not as scalding hot as i like it to be. And as that was gone in a split second, I'm having a soup, to warm me up (and/or prolong the stalling) It's a chunky tomato soup with bell pepper. I am not a big fan of soup, but a great executed soup i can truly appreciate. So I do. The young staff is friendly but the boy seems nervous. On his "did you enjoy your soup" I have to suppress the need to yell "NO". Not because i dislike him, he seems sweet, but just to see his reaction. I am weird that way. The place oozes tranquility, a perfect place to relax and have a cuppa joe. Too quiet for a Saturday afternoon me thinks. Curious to find out how the atmosphere is during dinner time. Until then! :)

Cute and quaint breakfast restaurant along the Canal. Servers were very friendly despite being very…read morebusy at times. They worked hard to accommodate all their guests. They can be a line, but we didn't wait too long. Dishes we had were very good. Nicely sized and good flavor. A few creative dishes too. Enjoyed our breakfast there.

Great place, tiny but the food more than makes up for it. Service was excellent portions are big…read morefor European standards.

Winkel 43 is a legendary stop right on the corner of Westerstraat and Noordermarkt in the Jordaan,…read moreperfectly situated along the Prinsengracht canals and just a short walk from the Anne Frank House. While it functions as a cozy, traditional Dutch brown café, virtually everyone comes here for one main reason: the famous Dutch apple pie (*appeltaart*). It completely lives up to the reputation. Served warm with a massive dollop of fresh whipped cream, it's thick, perfectly spiced, and has an almost cake-like crust that sets it apart. Pairing a slice with a fresh mint tea is pretty much mandatory. Because of its status and location, it's almost always buzzing with people--especially on market days--but the staff manages the perpetual queue remarkably fast. Snagging a table on the outdoor terrace for some people-watching along the canal is hard to beat. Whether you're taking visitors around the neighborhood or just out exploring the Jordaan.

There was a long line and a pretty long wait when we went. The place was fully packed, with both…read moreindoor and outdoor seating. I'd say about 95% of the people were ordering the apple pie, so of course we had to get one to see what the hype was about. The apple pie is pretty unique, it's basically a big chunk of cooked apple topped with a sweet, crumbly cookie like crust. The flavor reminded me of those little brown biscuits you get as airplane snacks... basically Biscoff cookies. lol!!! Overall, you really taste the natural apple flavor along with that Biscoff like cookie flavor. The pie itself isn't very sweet, which I actually liked, but adding some whipped cream definitely brings up the sweetness and makes it even better. The setup is pretty straightforward: get in line, order and pay, pick up your food, then find your own seat. It's definitely a popular spot, so be prepared for the crowd and a bit of a wait.