An absolute knockout of a bistro. A true neighborhood gem. The atmosphere is warm, quaint and…read moreunpretentious. The owner, who also served us this evening, Rachid, is the most charismatic and funny restauranteur I've met possibly ever -- he speaks 11 languages fluently! We had the escargot and prawns to start; my husband had the leg of lamb while I had the duck l'orange. Both were stunning in their own right -- plentiful and flavorful, generous in portion, that struck the right balance between elevated preparation with honest-to-goodness country cooking. Prices were incredibly reasonable for this level of food, and there was no wait (granted, it was a Sunday). Located in the heart of the city, this is a must-stop for anyone's culinary tour across Amsterdam.

I normally wouldn't write a review after a single visit but I really feel the need to document my…read moredessert for posterity: the "chocolate mousse with egg nog, orange, pistache, and sea salt". Perfect example of a dessert going from good to great on the strength of a little bit of salt, and the candied orange is AMAZING with the chocolate and "egg nog" (not sure that's exactly what it is, the consistency seems wrong). The nut bread on the cheese plate was also fantastic, as was the sheep's milk cheese whose name I've forgotten.

This place is so cute and we got the window seat overlooking the street for people watching. The…read moreservice was outstanding, friendly, profession and very personal. The food was outstanding, the Scallops were cooked to perfectionand some of the freshest I have had. The filet mignon was exceptionally tender. All of the sauces were delicious and the portions of each plate were generous, maimly due to the variety, there were 4 or 5 different foods on each plate sometimes 5 different meats! The desserts were made to perfection. Not overly sweet, with great pairings. My wife and I both loved it and would highly reccomend it for a romatic dinner.

Outstanding in every way, from food to service to atmosphere!…read moreBest Belgian French in Amsterdam.

Our hotel recommended De Struisvogel to my wife and I and we were very happy they did. We started…read morewith the Taco with Guinea Wowl & the Steamed Mackerel Rillettes, both appetizers were great. Our main courses were the Leg of Lamb and the Sea Breem both were well presented and delicious. This is and intimate spot with a great a wine selection and great service. I highly recommended reservations.

Great character, friendly staff and food prepared by a visionary chef. You know it's good when you…read moresee locals here. It's a fixed price menu with up charges for certain items. Highly recommended!

A routine Bib-Gourmand recipient Rijsel occupies a former school, the 3-course prix-fixe proving…read moreextremely popular with locals in search of simple French fare made with good ingredients in a bustling bistro atmosphere. Located at Marcusstraat 52, windows open for Summer when guests pour in beginning at 18h00, Rijsel approaches French Food with a Flemish accent while servers push Wine hard throughout a service clearly focused on turning tables. A sort of Canteen in front of an open kitchen, complimentary Gazpacho hitting the table with Sausage and Bread before orders are taken, Rijsel's menu sees specials added depending on the Chef's whim, on this day a classic Terrine that outpaced Octopus that was less tender than "chewy." Opting for two Prix-Fixe plus Ribeye served rare, each Entree proving quite sizable, Spring Chicken comes whole on the bone with a simple Bean preparation while Black Leg Chicken arrives sliced with thin Morel Sauce at an upcharge. Pre-paying a deposit, all of which was spent but only a portion credited due to one ill guest who stayed in, Dessert featured Clafoutis with whole Cherries and Ice Cream alongside a dome of Chocolate surrounding Mousse plus Berries.

I don't even know where to start other than saying that everything exceeded expectations! We were…read morevisiting from the States and were looking for a local representation of traditional regional cuisine and that's what we got--an elegant, modern Dutch-French meal with knowledgeable and friendly service. The space is cozy with vintage charm and the kitchen is wide open, which I always love. We had a party of 7, got 3 bottles of wine and about half of us did the 3 course meal option and the total came out to about €80/person, which is an exceptional deal for this level of cooking and service. They were also highly attentive to the dietary restriction we had in the party, providing an alternative amuse bouche and asking clarifying questions to make sure they got it right. We found it on the Michelin Guide as a Bib Gourmand restaurant and I whole-heartedly agree that it's worth the trip if you're in the area! It's very unassuming from the outside and we weren't sure we had the right door as you walk through a curtain right inside the door and enter right into the dining room, without any type of host stand to greet at the entry. Highlights of the meal included a divine duck leg/breast special, my veal chop with morel sauce was fantastic, and the cafe gourmand dessert course was a perfect nightcap with choice of espresso/coffee/tea and a handful of chef's choice sweet bites.

Hands down, the best meal we had in Amsterdam. This quaint family joint is a wonderful place to…read moreshare a well prepared and intimate meal. The owners are very friendly and give personal attention to each guest. There were only 3 people running the show, one of them being the chef. She came to our table, explained the menu to us and took our order. They have a limited menu for the day, 2-3 choices for each course, one of which is a vegetarian dish. The plates are beautiful and the food is excellent. They pour decent wine and although we didn't order any cocktails, I have to say that they looked very nice!! The restaurant has limited seating so do take advantage of their online reservation portal. Very reasonably priced for the quality of the food. One drawback: they only take cash. No credit cards.

This place is a wonderful hidden gem. Simple traditional food cooked with great imagination and…read morestyle. Decor is unpretentious and simple bistro style but don't let that fool you as it hides in plain sight. The place is obviously very popular with the locals so perhaps I'll upset them by getting this place on the yelp map, but I can't recommend this place enough. Special mention to the front of house and his effortless Dutch charm as he takes you through the days menu. Go there, do it, do eeeeet

Cozy restaurant to have a nice lunch when it's cold outside…read more After few hours in the Van Goh Museum we decided to have lunch around here and this was a really good choice. We ordered chicken salad, lentils soup, 4 fromage Croque and Monsieur Croque. All of them tasted really good. Only the prawn croquettes weren't the best but maybe because we are spanish and our expectations were high. The service was excellent, the waitress is really nice and attentive. She speaks various languages including spanish.

Til this day, I still think about that delicious salmon baguette I had when I was in Amsterdam…read more The baguette was perfectly crispy, fluffy and the sesame seeds really just made this sandwich that much better. Not only did the baguette tasted freshly baked, but the salmon tasted fresh as well. It was minimal on the salt, just the way I like it. However, I'm not sure how there other choices taste like, but I highly recommend this salmon baguette! This place is best for lunch as it offers outdoor seating, which is perfect for people watching!

A feast for the eyes and stomach! Service was impeccable! Humphrey's interior is one gorgeous room…read moreafter another!! I will be back!

We came here for the Christmas special. It was pretty amazing. Lots of very interesting food…read morechoices. Everything was extremely tasty. It was a bit strange as you walk down into what looks like a basement and the lights are so low. It looked a bit like a bar or a dungeon. But the food was awesome.

Great restaurant. They don't have a menu. All you have to do is tell them how many courses you want…read more(3-5) and if you have any dietary restrictions. This is honestly the best fine dining restaurant in Leiden. It is French cuisine as you can tell by the name and we ended up getting 4 courses. They start you off with a complimentary appetizer. The real appetizer was steak tartare.The next course was a baked sole. The penultimate course (the main) was this exquisite duck breast and it was topped off with a gin and tonic dessert (fruity and creamy). I haven't been in Leiden for long but hands down this is the best restaurant here if you are willing to spend 40 euros or so on a meal!

I came here with a group of friends to celebrate some graduations. We each had the four-course…read moremenu. It's a lovely and laid-back little restaurant, and it is very very very French. It's quiet but with just enough ambient noise that you can have a proper (not hushed) long conversation. The waiters are patient and attentive. The menu is interesting and clearly put together with attention. However, keep in mind the plus/minus already mentioned here: IT IS EXTREMELY SLOW. We got to the restaurant at 8. We left at 11:45. There were no unforeseen delays - that's just how they roll. It can be nice if you're prepared for it. I also found the food, while excellent and high-quality, was sometimes a bit too experimental. It seemed more as though the chef was interested in trying out new texture and taste combinations rather than worrying about how the whole thing tastes. But that's just personal preference, I guess. On the whole it was a wonderful place and a great meal, and this is definitely one of (if not the) best restaurant(s) in Leiden.