A True Gem in Amsterdam: Outstanding Food and Service at Guasto…read more Guasto Italian Restaurant in Amsterdam completely exceeded our expectations. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel like we were their top priority. The level of service was exceptional--warm, attentive, and professional. They genuinely made us feel like VIPs, offering personalized recommendations and ensuring we were comfortable throughout our meal. The food was nothing short of spectacular. Every dish was a masterpiece, bursting with fresh, authentic flavors. The pastas were perfectly cooked, and the pizzas were crispy, delicious, and topped with the finest ingredients. We couldn't get enough! Each meal was better than the last, and the variety on the menu ensured there was something for everyone. The management team was also incredibly hands-on, ensuring that each guest had an unforgettable experience. Their hospitality and attention to detail truly set Guasto apart from other restaurants. After such an amazing first experience, we ended up dining at Guasto four times during our trip to Amsterdam. It's clear this restaurant is committed to excellence in both food and service. If you're in the city, don't miss out on this incredible dining experience! Staff was so nice they even made a special request and made a baked potato for my salad and steak Thank you to the amazing staff

We wanted to go upscale a little bit and found a cluster of Italian restaurants. We looked online…read morefor reviews and Restaurant Gusto looked good, so we went in. We were seated and noticed a large block of hollowed-out parmesan cheese on a butcher-block table. After reviewing the menu, we asked about the cheese. It was for a spaghetti dish that "we wouldn't soon forget." "If we won't forget it, we have to have it," even though spaghetti is not the most adventurous thing to order in an Italian restaurant. The spaghetti is cooked and mixed with tomato sauce, then what I am guessing is hot oil is ignited and dumped into the hollowed out cheese. Then the spaghetti is added and mixed with the melted cheese, removed and served with additional shreds of hard parmesan. The result is nothing short of fantastic and I believe it when I was told Americans return every couple of years or so just to eat this dish. We also had a mozzarella and tomato salad (as if we needed additional cheese) and complimentary green and black olives. Most restaurants here serve Heineken on tap, but this place appears to only have Peroni, which was perfect. We'll be back. Read more about what I ate in Amsterdam https://sustainablecitynews.wordpress.com/2018/05/16/what-i-ate-in-amsterdam/

From the pictures I could tell they make a good crust and I'm pleased to say I wasn't disappointed…read more Really good pizza and the crust was the star. The potato and porchetta was a nice pairing, though it could have used a little salt. Started with a ceaser salad as I've been desperate for some veg and it was a pretty small side salad for 12 Euro, which was kinda sad, but good dressing and croutons. I saw the lasagna on other tables and it also looked very good. This restaurant is kinda tucked away off the main street, but it's worth seeking out. Good, friendly service, clean restaurant and bathrooms. A good choice for a more casual dinner.

We found Demetra through Yelp! This is a quaint Italian restaurant just south of the City Centre…read morenear the Royal Theatre. We didn't have reservations, but they were able to seat us after a short 15 minute wait. The place was very busy. The staff were polite. The menu had some good options. We went with the bruschetta for a starter, the tagliatelle bolognese, and the lasagna. The bruschetta came with four pieces. It was good. The lasagna was my favorite, but the tagliatelle bolognese was very good as well. We wanted some bread so we ordered the focaccia. It was good. The tables are packed closely together so you can get to know your neighbor. This was a pleasant surprise for us to find while wandering around after visiting the Rembrandt House.

Tasty meal before concert and lucky I came @6pm as by 7pm the place was packed. I was given menu…read morebut waiter forgot to tell me about the specials which are written in chalk. Service is interesting - only one waiter who takes the order and brings the food and drinks, one busboy, one person you pay at the cash register. One chef you see through the window. Ambiance is cozy and rustic. House wine is Montepulciano and its medium body and delicious. Salad was fresh and seafood pasta was large amount of pasta and seafood. Highly recommended!

Found Trattoria Totò, a small Italian restaurant while walking to our favorite coffee shop in…read moreAmsterdam, and we decided that we should make a reservation for that night right after dropping our bags off at our nearby hotel. Boy, we got lucky that we did. My parents and I have been in Europe for almost two weeks now and I kept thinking that I was in Italy the entire time while at this restaurant, as we did so much traveling. It was within walking distance of the hotel we were staying at, which was a plus. The restaurant is so small that it only has about eight tables and one waiter doing all the work, plus two chefs working in the kitchen. During our time there, lots of people that did not have a reservation were being turned away. We were seated at a table that had a decent view of the kitchen, though trying to get into my seat was a little tight. We started off with a glass of Pinot Grigio white wine, which is basically what we've been drinking at like every restaurant during our trip. This time, rather than sharing a bottle that was at our table, we just had the wine from the glass. After trying out so many different kinds of white wines over the past two weeks, I think I've grown to enjoy them so far. The food here was outstanding and delicious. I had the Pasta Bolognese, my dad had the ham and mushroom pizza, and my mom had the ravioli. The pasta just exploded with flavor in my mouth, including the Bolognese itself. My dad commented that this was one of the best pizzas he's ever had so far, and my mom commented that her ravioli was super flavorful, including the sauce that came with it. This is your taste of Italy right here in Amsterdam. Would highly recommend to other people!

We dined at Assaggi on our second night in Amsterdam. It was a spur of the moment choice - we…read moredidn't have a reservation. The staff was attentive and the food was good. The food didn't blow us out of the water, considering the price point but it we did enjoy it. I didn't get a picture of the scallops we started with - which was easily the best thing we had. Be mindful the dish is served with 3 scallops. My partner and I both had the rigatoni carbonara with pork guanciale as our mains. Very good but not the best I've had. We also enjoyed the moscow mule and caipirwine cocktails. There is a bathroom available to customers.

We arrived an hour early of our reservation time (our schedule for the day worked out that way),…read moreand they were happily able to accommodate us. We were brought a complimentary amuse bouche upon sitting. Excellent mojito and ravioli dinner. Good presentation as well. Very cute restaurant in a lovely neighborhood and excellent customer service.

Fantastic service! DELICIUOS pizza and pasta dishes…read more Easy walk and had a wonderful meal with friends. Highly recommend

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.

Ambiance was romantic Service was outstanding…read more Food was excellent ++. I would highly recommend Casa Di Sergio if you're looking for the comforts of romance, home and really good food. It was everything we were looking for tonight and they didn't disappoint.

We decided to go to Casa Di Sergio based on the ratings and reviews on yelp. It didn't disappoint…read more Glad we decided to eat dinner. We had the Calamari, Lasagne Bolognese, and the Chicken Milanese. Oh so good!! The service was great. We ate outside as it was beautiful weather and glad we did. I highly recommend this restaurant if you visit Amsterdam and are in the mood for Italian.

So thrilled with this place which is high praise considering I just walked in off the street! I'm a…read morepicky/annoying eater and they managed to both accommodate and impress me! The staff is magnificent and the food is delectable - I was not expecting anything this tasty in Amsterdam. Salute!

I recommend getting their early or making a reservation- the seating is very limited and tight…read more Reservations are taken for 4 or more. You will become friendly with other guests as the tables are right next to each other. Moving on to the staff - the owners are very accommodating- speak English- and very friendly. This is not the place to have JUST a cup of coffee- sit and eat dinner or you will not be welcome. ( understandable as seating is limited) The food was delicious. Our group had various pastas and pizza - everyone was quite pleased with their selections. The serving sizes are just right ( not too large or small) - the food seasoning was not too strong yet delivered a very tasty meal. When in Amsterdam- I will revisit this small, quaint Resteraunt

Great food and service. Very personable staff. Busy, close to other customer to have conversations…read more This was an A+ Italian meal Amsterdam, all around.

Situated on Nieuwendijk, one of Amsterdam's busiest pedestrian shopping streets, Ava Cyril benefits…read morefrom a location that places it within walking distance of Centraal Station, Dam Square, and many of the city's major attractions. The exterior is understated, like many neighboring casual eateries; inside, the dining room embraces a cozy aesthetic with warm lighting, brick walls, and hundreds of handwritten notes from past diners. At 7:30pm on a Wednesday night, the restaurant was about full, with a buzzy yet intimate atmosphere, and they had plenty of room for my walk-in party of three. The menu focuses primarily on Italian cuisine, featuring a broad range of pizzas, pastas, salads, and antipasti. The offerings are intentionally approachable, emphasizing familiar favorites rather than highly regional Italian specialties. There is enough variety to accommodate both quick lunches and more leisurely dinners, with pasta (over ten different varieties of spaghetti), pizza, salads, entrees, and more. My two friends both opted for pasta dishes, which tend to range in between €15-20; coming off a recent trip to Italy, obviously, these dishes couldn't compare, but were solid and had well-developed sauces and al-dente pasta. I ordered the Lamb Chops (€23), and couldn't help but feel disappointed in the portion size. While the lamb chops themselves were cooked well, there were only three tiny pieces of meat. I also wasn't in the mood for greasy fried food that night, so I chose to only get a salad (it usually comes with fries and salad), and the salad itself was decent; a fresh, leafy mix lightly tossed in an oil-based dressing. Prices are relatively accessible given the location (Amsterdam isn't known for being a cheap city), with most meals falling in the €10-20 range before drinks, making it an approachable sit-down option in one of Amsterdam's busiest districts. Service is friendly if a bit slow (so take time to enjoy your meal), the food is solid if not stellar, and a convenient option in one of Amsterdam's most popular areas - just don't come expecting authentic Italian food!