Our last night in Amsterdam, so we decided to eat close to our hotel, 2nd time at this place for…read moredinner. It's a cold night, my hubby ordered minestrone soup to start with, spaghetti Aglio & I added chicken -simply delicious, my hubby ordered spaghetti Gamba's Royal with gumbo shrimp, he loved it, great place for dinner

Nice atmosphere, great service and lovely staff. I really liked this neighborhood Italian…read morerestaurant. I didn't come in with any expectations, just that I was hungry. I think the food overall was good, but what I noticed with the lasagna was that it was a bit bland. I think the pasta was cooked well, and cheese was melty and great but it was not as flavorful as I'd like. The salad was pretty good and I enjoyed that as well, portions were great but I got quite full easily. I think overall it was lovely and I enjoyed it quite a bit!

So we're at our hotel breakfast the other day comparing notes with some people that we had just met…read moreand 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.

Due to extraordinary reviews we looked forward to an amazing Italian meal with our group …read more 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.

Fantastic. It is a large space, able to accommodate a large number of people, the patio is huge…read more The owners were absolutely delightful and accommodating. We had first gone to another Italian restaurant that was nearly empty, but due to reservations, they wouldn't take us in. This place was full, but the owner said if we could just wait a few minutes, they had some tables that were leaving. We had the caprese salad to start. It was very good. The mozzarella, tomatoes, arugula, basil, everything was fresh, and a nice sized portion, enough for two. We had lasagna that was a shareable size as well. It came out, piping hot, bubbling actually. But we made sure to save room for the cheesecake. Probably the best cheesecake I've ever had. The espresso martini and cappuccino topped it off. This place is quaint, and although super busy, if you have a little patience, it is a fantastic experience. Thank you to the owners for trying so hard to keep up with the volume. We had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend.

Glad we decided to walk the extra 14 minutes from the Dam square to this jewel in Amsterdam…read more Not only was the food very good, it was one of the most cost efficient meals we have had since being in the city. No sparing on the quantity of seafood provided in each dish. Very good ending to our Holiday.

Loved everything about this place! It was unusually packed for a Tuesday (probably due to the…read moreamazing weather) and they were understaffed, but every employee was working so hard - AND remained friendly and helpful. Oh- and the was fantastic, too! I went with the classic Margherita - and it was perfect. Definitely big enough to share.

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.

This place is literally three minutes from my house. I had a friend over who started a new job in…read moreAmsterdam, so thought it'd be a good idea to go here for pizza's. Three reasons we went here: - Three minutes from my house ;-) - Charcoal oven where they make the pizza's - It was 'Gierige Maandag' (Greedy Monday); pizza's were 8 euro's So yea. The combination of these factors made us go here. The place is nicely decorated, great for a multitude of reasons. Good wifi available, good beers both bottled and draft, and god yes those pizza's. De-lish. They were very nicely done and even though it's called Gierige Maandag, they definitely were not Gierig with the toppings. Great mozzarella, lovely crust, not too much cheese (god I hate too much cheese), very nicely balanced flavors. We switched halfway through our pizza's and I can confirm that both were amazing. They have a number of specials depending on the day, so I'd recommend trying out a few of these days. But the pizza they serve are what hooked me and I'm sure it'll get you hooked, too. You're welcome! :-)

I like everything about this place, it is located in the middle of Bos en Lommer, what is perfect…read morefor me, I like the interior, very nice, very hipster and gezellig, lekkerrrrre coffee and sandwiches (salmon sandwich is my favorite). At night it turns to a bar with wonderful cocktails (I liked my Gember mohito!), nice music. Recommended!

Here visiting for a few days and found Bella Storia down the road from us for takeout. After a…read morequick chat with the staff in the market section of the restaurant, took home and ate some of the most delicious vegetarian lasagna ever. The pasta was perfectly cooked and piping hot when I got home. The carbonara was amazing as well. Very authentic and delicious food and the best Italian I unexpectedly found!

Have to say the food was amazing and service was outstanding. Please ask for Carlos and he will go…read morethrough the menu, make recommendations and make your eating experience super enjoyable

Il Pacioccone is a cozy spot in what looks like a historic building. We started with the bruschetta…read moreand meatballs. The bruschetta was simple but really fresh--the buffalo mozzarella and tomatoes had a lot of flavor. The meatballs came in a light tomato sauce and were tender, not overly dense. For mains, we had the tagliatelle ragu and the pappardelle with mushrooms. The pasta seems to be homemade--it's got that bite and texture. The duck ragu was rich and comforting, with just enough sauce to coat the noodles but not drown them. The pappardelle was a highlight--big, silky noodles tossed with mushrooms that actually tasted like mushrooms, not just something from a can. The flavors were earthy and balanced, and you could tell everything was cooked to order. Service was relaxed and friendly, which fit the mood of the place. However, it was slow given there was only two people working. It's the kind of restaurant where you can take your time and actually talk to whoever you're with.

Terrible service had open tables and didn't seat us. Don't waste your time. Place looks nice but…read morethe hospitality is what you would expect from someone who doesn't care about service.

This place is great! We kind of stumbled upon it and are glad we did! The place has outstanding…read moreItalian food and the service we received was pleasant and top notch. If you're looking for a great Italian spot at a reasonable price in Amsterdam this is your spot!

Very warm, comfortable decor. Service great. My husband had the cannelloni and I had the lasagna,…read moreboth were delicious!

This place is NOT where the details says it is. Walked up and down the street looking for it and…read moreit's not there. Went into "Bora Bora" which is the restaurant that is on the corner where the description is, and they said they don't know of the restaurant. The place is not here, or it's closed.

Loved this place , food was absolutely excellent and the service was very friendly. Unfortunately,…read moreI didn't take a picture.

Amazing food and friendly staff. Order in small plates to try a bit of everything. Nicely priced…read more Indoor and outdoor seating available as well. Super quaint and such a nice spot to eat solo or meet with friends. Very shareable! Each plate is roughly 6-8 euro.

Outstanding food, all fresh from local markets and so delicious. Staff was very friendly and…read morehelpful. Was one of the best meals in Amsterdam as I highly recommend. Cody restaurant with outdoor patio across the street from food hallen