Because we were so impressed with our first evening there, we went back again yesterday. Excellent food, attentive service, and warm hospitality - we highly recommend "Italia Oggi" and will gladly return on our next visit to Amsterdam. Stefan & Birgit Velbert, Germany read more

So we're at our hotel breakfast the other day comparing notes with some people that we had just met and they suggested we consider this restaurant for dinner. We did and it was worth it. The service and environment were friendly, and the food delivered. We enjoyed a Burrata tomato salad made with arugula, focaccia, penne pasta arriabata, and a rib eye steak. We also purchased a bottle of Italian wine, a barolo that was very nice. I will tell you that if we had drank more going to the bathroom, would've been a harrowing experience as the bathroom is located upstairs up a very narrow, steep stairwell. So, this Italian restaurant is very worthy of being considered while you're in downtown Amsterdam. read more

Italia Oggi - Italian Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

Due to extraordinary reviews we looked forward to an amazing Italian meal with our group . We were one of the first tables before the rush but almost last ones out . Appetizers Carpaccio with rocket salad and cheese 4 stars Salad Caprese 3 1/2 stars Tomato Soup 3 stars All the appetizers were decent and fresh Entrees Beef Filet with mushrooms and truffle sauce -- beef was disappointing . Chewy and very gamey . Hard to cut through 2 stars Branzino with white wine sauce 3 1/2 stars Calabrese Pizza 4 stars the best if all the entrees we had Carbonara 3 stars very average T Bone Steak - again the beef was very tough, chewy and gamy. The diner had to cover taste with lots of pepper. Parmesan Pasta - 3 1/2 stars , nice show and fun . Pasta was placed on top of huge rounded Parmesan cheese , scraped and combined together. read more

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Charming small place 1/2 block off the main thoroughfare Geldersekade near Nieuwmarkt, Chinatown (which has a fascinating history) and the Red Light District. As other reviewers have reported the Pasta Bolognese and the Pasta Parmiagiana were fantastic. We have small appetites (the two of us generally split most meals), we asked our server if the plates were large and he said "they are one person". We wanted to try more than one dish so we ordered the two pastas above. We could easily have split either dish, but for people with more "normal" appetites, the servings were just right. Service was excellent. Coming from the states, it takes a little getting used to servers that aren't always asking you how you are doing every 5-10 minutes. There was one server and six tables on an early Sunday night. He did very well. The drinks were good, the atmosphere and food felt authentic. They were friendly and fast. We would definitely recommend and will eat here again when we get the chance. read more

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Wonderful Italian Food. As good as Italy. Entire experience was exceptional. No deposit for reservations.We had wonderful Prawns and pasta with garlic oil. read more

We had very good service and the food was delicious. It's just off a main road with 2 little tables outside. Burrata was very fresh. Middle of the road pricing. read more

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We made dinner reservations for a party of 6 for 6:30pm. upon arrival, we were escorted to their sister restaurant, Black Olive, around the corner instead. I believe the menu is identical so it was no problem. just found it to be a bit odd. Food was delicious and the service was amazing. We only had one mistake whereby one of our party ordered the chicken thigh entree but was given the lamb kabobs in error. They corrected it in a timely manner so again, not a problem. We had a very enjoyable evening. read more

Two years ago this was my favorite place to eat in Amsterdam. I brought my wife and daughter this time and they also loved it. Carpaccio, Bufala and focaccia apps were tremendous as well as the lasagna, steak, wine and service! read more

Good location, a short walk from the main train station, and right on the edge of the famous "Red Light District". The food is great, however I wish the portions were a little larger. The decor is a combo of simple modern with a touch of old European. The service is quick and friendly, and if you order pasta , you get "dinner and a show", because they bring out the flaming cheese wheel to flavor the noodles. This time I had a nice plate of sea bass, but next time I will definitely try a pasta dish. read more

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OMG! This is the real deal! The best lasagna I've ever tasted and I grew up in New York. Great family atmosphere and really good food and service. If you're lucky enough to visit when they do their pasta parmigiana, get it! We don't get to Amsterdam often but when we do, we definitely make this a stop. It's like visiting family! read more

We loved it so much went twice. The ravioli tartufo in mushroom sauce reduction is "divino" Everything made from scratch. Loved the staff -Massimo and his sons. Treat yourself. Lots of cool Sofia Loren photos , etc on walls. read more

Great dinner to end our trip in Amsterdam. All the pastas were absolutely delicious but the bolognese was the star for sure. Not sure u would do the pizza again but pasta for sure! Great friendly service and cool atmosphere read more

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We were looking for a place to eat outside the main tourist area. We had a group of twelve or so and it was tricky to find somewhere that would work. I saw that Italia Oggi had good reviews so we gave it a try. They seated us quickly and were very pleasant after we sat down. The menu was typical for an Italian restaurant and had a good selection of pizza and pastas. The ambiance was casual and the prices were reasonable. For me two things stood out that really led to the 3/5 rating. The service was fine. The server tended to be gone for long periods of time which tends to be the norm in Europe relative to the US. The wouldn't split the check at all even though the waiter said they would do two checks when we sat down. Again, pretty typical for Europe. Overall though it just felt like we were annoying the waiter more than anything else. I ordered gnocchi which is a dish I really enjoy. They were baked in a dish with red sauce rather than boiled. The sauce was fine, but not particularly good. The larger issue was that they were very over cooked and very mushy. Gnocchi are a difficult dish and you have to get the cook time just right, unfortunately for me this was way off. The other diners in the group didn't have the same issues, but it was a huge let down for me. read more

Italia Oggi - Italian Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

An absolute must for delicious Italian food while you're in Amsterdam. The service was extremely friendly and fun. We loved the pasta parmigiana show/presentation! It was busy and lively spot, but we were still greeted, seated and served faster than we had expected. From our two weeks in Europe, this was an absolute highlight for my wife and I. Highly recommend! read more

Italia Oggi - Out front of the restaurant at sunset - Italian Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

Service and food were outstanding. I've recommended them to several friends already. The mushroom ravioli and pasta bolognese were really outstanding. read more

The pasta and risotto were well prepared and tasty. Nice service. Overall not the best Italian in the city, but for a good solid meal I would definitely recommend. read more

We had a group of 10 and couldn't have asked for a better experience. The food was outstanding - we tried the gnocchi, lasagne, pizza, bruschetta, and penne Arrabiata. Everyone was very happy with their selection. The staff was very friendly, 2 brothers who worked for their father the owner. If you are in Amsterdam and you want good an Italian meal, you must go to Italia Oggi! read more

Such amazing service and wonderful food. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. Truly, it was worth the trip.

When in Amsterdam and craving Italian food... go here. This place was fantastic, authentic and very close to Old Town. I had the Zuppa di Pesce with squid, muscles, white fish and shrimp. It was excellent! The broth was so good with the crispy garlic/Parmesan bread. Super delicious and recommend. My wife had the spaghetti bolognese, which of course, I tried. Al dente with a delicious meat sauce. We were traveling from Switzerland and craving Italian after eating bread, potatoes and fondue for a week and this place hit the spot. read more

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Ok, full story... I've got a brood of very picky eaters (4 daughters) and Italian is one of the very few cuisines upon which our family all agree. So, they weren't really up for trying any of the local Holland fare after a long day of walking throughout Amsterdam, and they basically demanded that I find a "cute" Italian spot with good food, or else. Italia Oggi didn't disappoint. We arrived about 40 minutes before dinner service, but they welcomed us in and gave us the royal treatment. Our waiter/host was incredibly friendly and entertaining. His recommendations for appetizers, entrees, and deserts were all on point, and he even helped us out with some proper Italian pronunciation for "very good!" We started the meal off right with an antipasto tray of various cured meats, fresh mozzarella with tomatoes, grilled veggies, and fresh arugula (a def must for all things Italian). We also shared a warm, garlic flatbread, with homemade herb/garlic butter and olive paste (both of these were outstanding). For our entrees three of us had pasta parmigiana, hand-finished in a giant cheese wheel, then covered with a wonderful bolognese sauce. Two of my daughters had pasta with pesto, and they were very satisfied. My most finicky daughter enjoyed a Margherita pizza... the crust was stellar! We finished the meal sharing three different deserts: chocolate lava cake, tiramisu, and a bowl of mixed gelatos (chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry). All three sweet choices were fantastic, but the tiramisu stole the show with its light texture and not-overly-chocolate self. So far, this has been my favorite meal from our European jaunt, and Italia Oggi is officially one of my Amsterdam Spots that I'll be hitting up on our next visit. read more

Italia Oggi - Pasta parmigiana, finished in a cheese wheel. - Italian Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

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We were the first customers of the day. The staff were so kind and friendly. I had the grilled prawns and they were over cooked. It was supposed to come with a lemon cream sauce and they forgot to put in on the shrimp. The pasta that was made in the cheese bowl at the table side was okay, but a small portion. The young lady that waited on us was so friendly and accommodating. read more

Amazing food, service, and ambiance. Highly recommend this spot. Service was very personable and attentive.

What went well??? EVERYTHING! We came here on a recommendation and I'm glad we did. My husband ordered sea bass that he enjoyed thoroughly. I ordered pasta parmigiana. Delicious. Our server Giovanni was friendly, energetic and very welcoming. The ambiance is fantastic. read more

Went here with a large group for dinner. I got the spaghetti Aglio, olio, e pepperoncini, and it was simple, but delicious. The pasta was perfectly cooked. they did bring out a few bottles of chili infused olive oil, but no bread so we were a bit confused. There was a language barrier and one person ordered a martini and did not receive a traditional martini by US standards LOL (it was martini wine?) read more

Italia Oggi - spaghetti aglio, olio, e pepperoncini - Italian Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

I was visiting from the US and this was our first stop for dinner on our trip to Amsterdam. We walked in with no reservation about an hour before they closed and had no issue being seated. Staff/Service - The staff was so kind and welcoming! Super attentive and friendly. Ambiance - Family friendly & homey. Most places in Amsterdam have a homey feel, so this was par for the course. Food - - Bruschetta: We love this little appetizer moment. Fresh, tasty, did the job. - Bolognese: Definitely my favorite! Meaty and packed with flavor. - Mushroom Ravioli with Truffle: Good, but a little lacking in the truffle department. I've definitely had better back home. - Parmesan Pasta: This needs to be requested via your waiter and is made in a cheese wheel - super entertaining to watch and makes for great pics. I've never had red-sauced pasta made in a cheese wheel so this was definitely a first. I enjoyed it but it wasn't as creamy as other cheese wheel pastas I've had in the past. All in all, a solid place for dinner. read more

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I took my colleagues to this restaurant again after 2 years! Glad to know they survived through the entire covid years! And food quality is the same as before! We pretty much ordered the food we like' all of them are under perfect taste! I would highly recommend this restaurant if you are around central area! Cute but cozy and warm! Very tasty food! read more

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Attentive service, despite appearing shorthanded (maybe only 2-3 waiters for busy restaurant?). The food was good and fresh, however, the waiter that took our order appeared to misunderstand that we wanted a pasta dish with seafood (mussels, shrimp, etc.)...what we were served was simply pasta with fresh parmesan cheese, which was one of the daily specials. We were too hungry to ask for a correction, and it probably would've taken too long for them to correct it. read more

Fantastic, professional and friendly staff and great food. Neighborhood ambiance and a fun place to dine. Support the prior reviews. Took the suggestion from the recent poster and ordered Pasta Parmesan Reggiano. Delicious. read more

Just like Italy, delicious penne al arrabbiata con burrata and very pleasant service! Ambiance is very good!

After a four year absence we managed to find our way back to Italia Oggi. We are from Rochester New York and returned to Amsterdam following an Dave Koz Icelandtic jazz cruise. We've had fond memories of Italia Oggi as the father and son dual ran this small yet extraordinary restaurant. Awwww the food indescribably delicious. We wanted desperately to return in celebration of our 50th wedding anniversary. The experience did not disappoint. If ever in Amsterdam please indulge. read more

Phenomenal meal. The Yelpers are right on the money. DAYMN GOOD. Service was superb. Let's start with that. 2 waiters and both Superb. The way they work together and with the back of house is gold medal choreography. A fine dry rose. Bruschetta to start. Then mussels. SO fresh. The folded pizza was incredible. No no no. NOT nothing like a Stromboli or Calzone. This is an experience. However, the raviolis in mushroom sauce!!! THAT!!! That was "Gordon Ramsey go kiss the chef" good. An Italian meal in Amsterdam that rivaled and edged anything, anywhere. (PC is good. No upsetting any nation. I love em all). read more

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We were happy to find this authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of Amsterdam. We had the bruschetta, Lasagna, spaghetti carbonara and tiramisu. It was all fantastic- but our favorite was the carbonara with some of the home made chili oil. Our server was friendly and helpful with recommendations. It had a very homey atmosphere. The best surprise of all was that it was very reasonably priced such a delicious meal. read more

Too salty, and just a little bit pasta for €25. Not worth at all. Lots of menu items aren't in the real menu now. I regret I didn't walk out when I see the real menu and food on the adjacent table. read more

Great food, great service, with a great ambiance. We showed up without a reservation, but even tho they were busy, they made room for my wife and I. We enjoyed the spaghetti carbonara and the lasagna. They were both great, they have a spicy olive oil that is a must have with their bread or just adding it to the dinner dish. I will be visiting them again during my next AMS trip. read more

Absolutely loved this restaurant! I had one of the pasta specials and the chef made the meal in a cheese wheel! It was amazing! read more

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Best meal I had in Amsterdam. We stopped there for dinner before boarding the train to Paris. The food was pretty good. We also ordered fried squid starters, not pictured here. The portion was really small, so we ordered a second. Pasta was a good portion for one person, and was also tasty. My friend enjoyed his fish and chips. Overall, great spot on a busy side street. read more

Italia Oggi - Fish and chips - Italian Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

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Although we reserved a table here online in advance, it was probably unnecessary. For when we arrived soon after the restaurant opened for business on a Saturday night, we were immediately seated. The ristorante looked to be a good fit for us, since we both like classic upscale Northern and Southern peasant Italian cuisine--and it was. The ambiance was casual Italian with comfortable seating enhanced by piped in Italian music. Accessing the restrooms in the back of the restaurant required a few acrobatic moves on steep stairs, but doing so afforded a nice view of the kitchen in operation. I began with a platter of cold and lean Carpaccio Di Manzo, along with a thin but supple and cheesy Margherita Pizza that was just right for a hot, shareable starter. Bottles of Lipton Original Sparking Iced Tea supplied an interesting beverage to help wash down the food. For an entree I enjoyed the nightly special: very tasty, barely fork tender Veal Saltimbocca alla Romano with White Wine Sauce. It was accompanied by always welcome Roasted Potatoes and very tasty Sauteed Spinach. Meanwhile, Diane was pleased with her steaming and cheesy Penne alla Carbonara. And I was most impressed by my dessert of Gelati Misto: large scoops of Chocolate, Strawberry, and Vanilla Gelati topped by Whipped Cream and Chocolate Sauce. A decadent end to a fine meal abroad! XXXX-1/2 stars overall! read more

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So so good! The wine and the food were fabulous! If you are traveling and want Italian food, this place is worth a visit! read more

Italia Oggi - Italian Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

It's been 2 years since my last visit because of COVID19 restrictions on traveling but this place is still outstanding! I highly recommend giving it a try, I had the linguine ai frutti di mare was excellent as usual. read more

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Amazing food! Everything was great. My husband wants to come back again tomorrow to get the seafood soup. The lasagna was so flavorful. Highly recommended. read more