The Pantry serves authentic Dutch food in a cozy environment. Definitely get one of their…read moreprix-fixe menus. It includes an appetizer, entree, and dessert. If you are sharing a meal with someone, get items from a different prix-fixe menu and you can both try a variety of items. We enjoyed: * Charcuterie plate: sausages taste minimally processed and delicious * Beef and onion stew: taste slightly different than ones in America * Cauliflower and cheese oven bake: vegetarian's comfort food * Hutspot (mashed potatoes and carrots) and meatballs: non-vegetarian's comfort food * Pea soup with smoked ham For desserts, we had chocolate mousse and vlaflip (vanilla custard) and they were just okay. I'm not sure if desserts are the Dutch's strengths, except maybe the Dutch apple pie. They even bottle their own house beer. The restaurant is small. Try to make a reservation if you can. We didn't have a reservation, but went to the restaurant at around 5PM and were seated in about 15 minutes. At times, the line could get very long, but the staff is still welcoming and ensures that everyone gets served...eventually.

Traditional Dutch foods, served in a charming/cozy dining room - what's not to love? We enjoyed…read moreevery dish that we ordered; even our pickiest (child) member of our party ate well (the meatball and hutspot disappeared from the plate :). Portions are substantial and a very good value in a neighborhood where tourist-markups are the norm. They have a/c, but in order to feel it you'll need to sit closer to the back of the restaurant/near the kitchen, as there is only one wall unit back there, and they leave the front of the restaurant open to the elements (even in 98+ degree heat).

My family and I visited Amsterdam, and this restaurant did not disappoint. Very elegant fine dining…read moreexperience. It is in the lobby hotel, and when you walk into the hotel it's directly to your left. The service was amazing, everyone was very friendly. We had Rose as our server, she was very personable and gave great recommendations about the menu. My family and I got the fish special, the flat iron steak, the mussels, and the crème brûlée. Would highly recommend all of these dishes, they were delicious! Would recommend this place if you are visiting Amsterdam. Great restaurant for family dinners or a date night!

Came here just for breakfast. The interior is spacious and elegant. The breakfast menu is a bit…read morelimited in my opinion, but still good. I got the Croque Madame which was yummy. Service was fine. I have no complaints about this place, but it was nothing mind-blowing.

A lovely little place in the heart of the city. Small staff and a very warm, "homey" feel with a…read morefriendly staff. Drinks seemed a bit watered down (but giant!) but the food was very well prepared and felt home cooked.

Our friends that live in the area, love this place and introduced us to it!…read more Adorable, small, friendly staff! Many different and distinct options on the menu! I went with the arabic lamb, hubby did the argentinain chicken, friends had the asian fish dish! Such delicious food! The lamb was deliciously tender, the couscous was a great match, the dates were roasted to perfection and the yogurt sauce brought the dish together! Definitely a small and cozy location, outdoor seating if the weather cooperates! Stop by, enjoy a decadent meal.

Great spot for dinner!…read more This place is giving dive bar in so many ways, but the food quality is stepped up. It was very warm in the place, so keep that in mind if you're traveling in Amsterdam during a heat dome! We had a couple servers who worked with us nd both were kind and friendly. They didn't quite communicate with each other about our need to split the check a specific way, but it worked out in the end. We enjoyed some cocktails and beer (ranging from 9.50 Euro to 12 Euro), as well as the Pork Belly and Pickles to start off (21.50 Euro for 300 grams). Tasty way to start the meal. The three of us shared our mains and enjoyed what we had. The Favorite Ribs (24.50 Euro) were flavorful; the L'Incroyable 300gr (Ribeye; 34.50 Euro) was good, but our least favorite of what we ordered; the Le Cannibale Royale 170gr (burger) was super tasty. We also enjoyed some frites (4.90 Euro) and some delicious Mac n Cheese (6.50 Euros). Good time and good food!

Cool ambience, kind of dark and moody, the main wall is covered with clocks of all shapes and…read moresizes. We entered and seated ourselves, and within 5 minutes, a staff person greeted us, brought us a flask of tap water (tastes great and clean) and two glasses, and gave us menus. We ordered a short rib sandwich for him and a chicken Caesar sandwich for me. These come à la carte but you can add sides if you want. I was glad we didn't because the portion was generous. One thing I've noticed here is that the bread is always high quality--our sandwiches came in baguettes about 8 inches long --I had to cut mine in half to eat it lol. Both were savory and flavorful and satisfying. The meat was tender and well seasoned. We savored every bite! They both had crispy bacon in them as well. Very filling! Just what we needed to energize us after our morning at Keukenhof!

Good but was very bland, needs more spice, garlic, onions. Heard after my trip that we should have…read moreeaten Indonesian, Indian or Thai in Amsterdam. Less salt more herbs and spice! Service was great as was the Ambiance. I will have to say the desserts were top drawer! A chocolate one my hubby had was the best all trip / missed the pic, and their sorbet cocktail lovely!

We had a delicious meal at RED as one of our first dinner spots when we visited Amsterdam, and I…read morewas happy to see that I could get a reservation on the same day we wanted to come here. The interior is nice, the chairs in the photos are really what got me because they look like they would be super comfortable, but they weren't really. The serving team was pretty young, but helpful and accommodating. One of the girls was running the food, and brought some of the wrong food a few times, which happens, but it was remedied. The steaks were delicious, my dad and I both really enjoyed them and they were cooked how we liked. A good spot for dinner, 4/5 stars

This was my husband's and my first dinner in Amsterdam! The Hacée and the stamppot are heaven! I…read morelove the plates are mismatched and have been for decades! Reading the menu was fun! We dropped off our little frame with our mothers in it. The server originally asked us to place it wherever we see fit, but the owner (she has the manager vibe) came over and helped us picked an even better spot! Service was what I thought was slow, but then we learned that Dutch people are very customer-focused, so we had to initiate an eye contact and signal to them that we are ready to close our check. I also found out that tipping is not required. Who would have thought? Oh, and also water is not free. Lastly, be sure to make a reservation because this place very packed for the duration of our meal and some people got turned away.

Popular joint serving up Dutch Comfort food. Make a reservation - it gets busy. We made it easy and…read moreopted for the sampler plate for 2. Comes with two kinds of beef stew, 2 two kinds of potatoes, apple sauce, cabbage, and sausages over mashed potatoes and sauerkraut. Everything was really good! No strong flavors, but all cooked well. Service was very good and the ambiance is funny! Place is covered with pictures of moms that the customers have brought in. We loved it! N*joy...

While in Amsterdam, we couldn't figure out where to eat so we just googled the closest one to our…read morehotel. So we gave this place a try. Service was really good, specially for EU as the servers don't work on tips. I got the Chefs menu and partner got their Thin Sliced Smoke Ribeye and the soup of the day which was a Potato Leek soup. The Ribeye was good but definitely not smoked but that soup was really good and hit the spot in a very cold day. For my dishes, I got a salad with Salmon tartar, it was good not great. The quail was very nicely done and very good. The dessert was interesting my partner definitely liked it more than I did. Overall, I recommend this place as it's pretty solid place to try while in Amsterdam.

This is my first visit to Amsterdam and so far my meal at Grand Café has been a highlight of my…read morevisit. I was with a group of 6. It was early so only 4 ordered dinner but we were all very pleased with meals that ranged from pasta, to lamb and salmon.

This restaurant was across the street from our hotel during our stay in Amsterdam! The interior is…read moreinviting and intimate & the chandeliers add to the charm. The waitstaff were super friendly and attentive! The food was high quality and delicious. I had the oysters, mussels and shrimp cocktail. I enjoyed the time spent here and what added to the mood was the awesome playlist of music! Nice!

I dined here with my family and we had a truly great experience. Service was fantastic from start…read moreto finish--warm, attentive, and professional without ever feeling rushed. The restaurant itself is well-decorated, clean, and charming, with a small, quaint atmosphere that makes it perfect for a relaxed meal. The food was excellent. The seabass was perfectly cooked, the hot pot was flavorful, and the mussels were enormous--maybe a little too large, but still enjoyable. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared, and you could tell other tables were enjoying their meals just as much as we were. The only challenge is the restroom access. The staircase leading down is very steep, and I'm not sure if there's an elevator. That said, this is pretty common in Amsterdam's historic buildings and didn't take away from the overall experience. All things considered, I would definitely return to Van Speyk. Great food, great service, and a warm, cozy setting make it a restaurant worth visiting.

The drag show was SOOOOO GOOD!!!!! I was honestly surprised by how much fun I had at BurlesQue. My…read morefriend and I stumbled across the drag show package and decided to go for it and it was an awesome experience. The queen, JJ, is basically my new best friend - the manager, Bert, is the cutest version of Stanley Tucci you could ever imagine - the dancers are gorgeous - the waiters, especially Martaggn #missedconnections, are adorable - and the food is actually really good. Not to mention, the wine list feature bottles of Miraval that are unavailable in the USA region. Overall, the drag show at BurlesQue was my best night in Amsterdam and I will absolutely return to see my new friends on my next visit.

BurlesQue has it all - a top class menu, great atmosphere, live entertainment and an outrageously…read morecharming owner. Make sure you fit this one into your travel plans, as leaving Amsterdam without stopping by would be a mistake.

The food is tasty, services is friendly and ambiance romantic with a bit of laidback. For sure a…read moregood stop. Come early or you'll need reservations for the evening.

Such a good random find for us on our trip. It was very easy to get a table, and we were served…read moreright away. The inside is cozy and inviting. We ordered bruschetta to start. This was a disappointment and is the reason for not getting a full 5 star review from us. The bread seemed stale, and the tomatoes were not ripe. The pesto sauce on it was delicious though. We also got carbonara which was amazing! The pasta tasted homemade, and the sauce was perfect. Delicious and decadent but not overly heavy. We got this to share since we had a late lunch, and we wish we could've eaten more here! We'd definitely come again and would stick with ordering their pasta dishes.