Everything was amazing. Staff were very attentive and accommodating. Food was delicious. I had the…read morelamb kabobs, lentil & chicken soup. My daughter had the matter paneer (sp?) with naan. We ended the meal with kulfi and it hit the spot. Ambiance was cozy and intimate. Would definitely recommend.

Little spot that we found, turned out to be a gem!…read more Great food and service. Authentic Indian food that hit the spot on a chilly, rainy day. Highly recommend if you are in the mood for some homemade food.

Arrived yesterday at opening time 5 p.m., hungry and eager to eat dinner before our canal cruise…read more We did not have a reservation but they were able to find us a table because they were just opening. Very elegant interior, with tasteful decor, soft ambient music, best for couples, but also able to accommodate larger groups with a reservation. We were seated right away and greeted by our server Sona, very gracious, patient, attentive, and professional. She asked about any allergies and then took our order of chicken tikka saag and chicken tikka masala, both medium spiciness (also asked if we would like Indian medium or European medium--we chose Indian medium). These entrees come with rice, and we also ordered garlic naan. Immediately, they brought chilled bottled water and complimentary thin crispy cracker like bread with red sauce and green sauce (I didn't catch the names). I liked the green sauce better (mint), and my husband liked the red one better (tamarind)--both were lovely. About 20 minutes later, our entrees arrived piping hot, and cooked to perfection! Tender chicken, savory rich flavors in the masala and saag, both the right level of spicy for us! Glad we had enough rice and water! Excellent restaurant --Sona was amazing and the whole experience delicious!

A popular classy place. Food was great. We had a 3 course sampler meal with lots a great things to…read moretry., Service was very good except for getting the bill out at the end. Highly recommend!

Best meal I had in Amsterdam. Had the chicken madrasi, the meat was so tender, the spice had an…read moreappreciable kick without it being painful. Also had the Indian tea at the end of our meal, really good cup of chai, came in a cute little teapot as well, enough for 3 refills of my teacup. The server was very nice, well educated about the menu and suggested the perfect item for us based on our spice tolerances. The price is amazing for getting an entree with rice and salad included. Would definitely come back here again

One of the best Indian restaurants I've been to. Excellent service, lovely atmosphere, and yummy…read morefood. Everything we had was delicious, from the starters to desserts.

It's an international chain Indian restaurant offering large selections of dosa. Reasonable price…read moreand big portions.

I was really surprised to see a Saravana Bhavan here as I was driving through the neighborhood. The…read moremenu is broader than the locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. However, the food and locations were lower grade. The chutneys and sambhar were watery and the dosas tasted different and not as good. The windows are way overdue for a cleaning. Pass.

Food was excellent. Everything was delicious and not too spicy but very flavorful. Service was…read moregreat and nice quiet outside area away from the tourists. And great value for the quality. Overall a great experience.

Authentic Indian food, exactly like it would taste at a good dhaba in Punjab. We ate saag paneer,…read morewith chawal and wholewheat parantha. We were pleasantly surprised that the saag was made with actual mustard leaves instead of spinach. In India, saag is a seasonal dish, only available during the Winter. The prices are very fair, not at all like you'd expect as the restaurant is located just off the Leidseplein, one of the prime locations in Amsterdam. The staff is very friendly, polite, and accommodating. The service is fast, the restaurant is clean, and they don't play loud music. 5 out of 5 stars, will definitely visit again.

I was in need of a little snack (which turned out to be way more) on my walk to the Anne Frank…read morehouse and saw this restaurant. Everyone was super friendly and helped me choose the vegan/ vegetarian foods. Everything was full of flavor and not too spicy. Hint they can make it spicier if you like. I had the garlic naan, lentil soup, aloo gobi and some amazing lentil dish. You won't be disappointed and I totally recommend them.

Spent the evening with friends in this restaurant. We had a good time, the food was good and the…read morestaff was very friendly. We ordered different dishes which we shared within our group. Everything I tried tasted quite nice with no exception. I intend to go there again.

We ordered a meal for 5 hungry adults : Mushroom bhaji…read moreGobi Aloo Panir jalfrezi Chana ki dal Saag Panir Butter chicken and additional lamb dish, spicy. Food was excellent. We took it back to our hotel, and had a great dinner. Everything was freshly made, the rice was excellent and all of the above. Service was very professional and meticulous,they made sure I got everything correctly packaged before I left the restaurant. Recommend.

Excellent meal. The lamb curry and mixed tandoori dishes were very good and portions were…read moreacceptable. Naan was outstanding! Service was quick and pleasant. It's hard to beat any meal in Amsterdam there is such a wide variety of authentic cuisine's. A very pleasant atmosphere looking out on a typical busy side street.

My mom and I were walking down the busy street when she said she'd like to find Indian food for…read moredinner. A few minutes later, we saw a sign for an Indian restaurant with arrows pointing to a narrow hallway in a building. Sure! We were feeling adventurous, so we followed the arrows. At the end of the long walk, we found the restaurant and were seated immediately. We ordered the chicken tikka masala and naan-a pretty safe meal, and one that we usually enjoy. This time was no exception-it was delicious! One meal was plenty to share between the two of us. The sauce was much less tomato-y than I'm used to in the States, but it was very good. The spice level was just right-not too hot, not too mild. It was just right!

Our first night in Amsterdam saw this restaurant down an alley--- now I was always told never go…read moreinto an alley in a strange county, I'm so glad I did!!! we found a wonderful Indian Restaurant at the end. Great food, Attentive Service all with a homey atmosphere---- Well worth a visit.

Great restaurant and very friendly service. We had the chicken tikka masala and saag paneer, along…read morewith their homemade Indian ice cream (almond and cardamom flavor). All were so good!

Balraj is one of the oldest Indian restaurants in the city. You know they are 'authentic' in intent…read morebecause the owners actually still talk to each other in Hindi, yet being very fluent in the Dutch language. This reflects in the quality of food - you can get some very authentic and spicy options along with dishes 'blanded' down for the local flavor. Located in one of the nicest parts of the city (although there is a Subway that just opened up here), dining at Balraj is part of an even more extensive experience, that could include the best ice cream in town, nearby. One thing is for sure, you would be avoiding the throngs of aimless tourists and mind-numbing crowd noise. The prices are very attractive. Every dish comes with a serving of rice, lentils, an accompaniment in the form of a curry dish, and a 'roti'. It's a party in your tummy! Being a vegetarian, I still suffer from the lack of options, but that isn't generally a problem unless I aspire to dine here more than once a month. Even then, they have specials listed on the menu, which I assume are experiments that have the potential to be made part of the regular menu, if successful. One bit of advice - when in doubt about a dish, just ask. India has diversity in dish ingredients depending on region, even if they sound the same. So, something from the South could be a whole lot spicier than a dish with the same name from Central India. While not the most upscale Indian restaurant in the city, Balraj is quickly becoming my goto restaurant for national flavor. Give it a go, and check out the great tastes for yourself!

Tasty, fresh, good portions and service was fast and attentive. Prices are high, but it's in a…read moretourist area.

This was some pf the most flavorful and good tasting food I have ever experienced in my life…read more Sherpa had great reviews and that held true for my experience. I had no idea I needed Nepalese/Tibetan/Indian food in my life. The smell as you walk into the restaurant immediately grabs your attention and lets you know you're in for an experience. Everything on the menu looked delectable and my only regret is that my stomach isn't big enough to have ordered every single thing on the menu. If k ever find myself in Amsterdam again I will undoubtedly be coming back to Sherpa.