Located just steps from the bustling center of Amsterdam Restaurant Flore finds Chef Bas van Kranen…read morepreparing a very interesting sort of "conscious fine dining" focused on Dutch seasonality inside Hotel De L'Europe. An organic concept with two Michelin Stars plus a green one, the dining room and multi-faceted chef's table expectedly natural in appearance, van Kranen selects all products daily from a very small collection of purveyors and no milk is used in the cuisine. Open for Lunch as well as Dinner Wednesday through Saturday, the €250 menu suggesting seven proper courses plus gifts at both ends, guests begin in the kitchen where lengthy aging of lamb is the focus of conversation before transitioning to seats with Tomato Broth bolstered by Peppers plus Fruits. Reserved for the Chef's table, a communal space where diners can see the canal, dining room and kitchen, it was while Frank Ocean and others loudly dropped F-Bombs as well as racial slurs that Canapes arrived including delightful Vegetable Maki plus a fragrant Pea Tart. Taking a lot more chances than the usual Dutch Fine Dining space, "Vegetables of the moment" quickly moving to assertive Aguachiles with Snails, barbecue Monkfish proved effective and well-prepared atop Ajo Blanco while follow-up Red Mullet would have been equally effective without its raw Strawberry prop. A universally complex style, perhaps overly so in many cases, Aliums and Mushrooms prove van Kranen's gift when focused while "50-day dry aged lamb loin, Cherries with pickled Elderflower, Sweetbreads Sausage, Grilled Peas, Anchovies, Sauce of Lamb "Prosciutto" with Capers and Peppers" is exactly what it sounds like - intentionally complicated to the detriment of the dish. Just 44 seats total, less than half-filled Saturday for lunch, staff is pleasant yet professional when checking in regarding pacing before moving to a Dessert of Soft Serve under slightly bitter ice and a lightly-fried Flower. Offered Coffee or Tea to finish, a €10 upcharge left to guessing as listed, Beans are explained and prepared in an elaborate display involving scales before four Mignardises including a Shishito Pepper and Cocktail-themed Gummy Bear.

We were a party of 4 with various ages and tastes…read more Let's start with the excellent: The ambiance was top notch with a beautiful city view and well spaced apart tables. The service was also exceptional. Good: The dishes were definitely designed by someone going all-out on creativity. And if your Michelin experience is all about something creative and never tasted before, this restaurant is for you. None of the dishes were excellent or mind blowing, however, and having eaten at quite a few Michelin restaurants, I feel that they were going for all creative at the cost of taste. Many courses were meh. Poor: They offer 2 options, herbivore or ominvore. Keep in mind the omnivore is still heavily vegetable based and the meat is just a tiny bit of fish/seafood except for the main course. Our main course was the quail which was decent enough but they gave us each half a quail. Also, our group felt that their menu had some repititon. All the seafood was all raw (there's more than one may to provide seafood!) They used artichoke 3 times in 7 courses. It may be in season, but don't just repeat. There was one dessert inside a hollowed out fruit that was completed inedible. All 4 of us couldn't even swallow one bite. We were here for our anniversary dinner and they confirmed it when we sat down but they didn't do anything for it.

Our first great dinner in town. The food was amazing. We opted for the black angus and a side of…read morepepper sauce. Don't skip on the sauce! It comes on the side and was rich and delicious. We shared the steak and got the large salad with veggies! The veggies were sooo good! Plus you have plenty of protein with your steak. A cute little gem of a place, in a nice area for a nice night out.

May this have been our favorite dinner in Amsterdam? I believe so. Service was absolutely…read moreincredible, the restaurant is stunning but the food was out of this world. The gambas were fresh and bright, the steak tartare was flavorful and fresh, the chefs steak was cooked to perfection and served with fries, the josper roasted vegetables had so much flavor. We finished our meal with the apple tarte tatin, which could not have been better. This was such a great experience and great for a date night or gathering with friends.

What a lovely meal and setting. Everything about our dinner was perfect. The service was on point…read moreand very friendly while being attentive to our every need. We had a beautiful coveted window seat overlooking the canal. I started with the tartare which was perfect. The langoustines were the best I've had. Just kissed on the grill so they were so delicately cooked and they were sweet paired with a beautiful uni butter. The lamb 3 ways was well executed and perfectly sauced. I wanted to drink up the umami and unctuous sauce. Fries were perfectly crisped and perfect to mop up every last drop of the sauce. For dessert we were surprised to try the coupe marie which we had never heard of. It's a sweet and sour mix with a light meringue on top. The sour came from sorrel sorbet which was phenomenal and with bits of rhubarb which also gave hits of sour. We loved it! Couldn't recommend the restaurant more and all things considered it was a pretty reasonable price as well. One of our favorite dinners on our whole trip!

What a memorable and absolutely delightful lunch at Brasserie Marie!…read more We came here on our son's recommendation (thanks, kiddo!) and were so glad we managed to snag a reservation. Located inside the elegant Hotel de l'Europe Amsterdam, Brasserie Marie strikes that perfect balance -- casually elegant with a Michelin Bib Gourmand menu that feels both special and approachable. You can either go for the Bib Gourmand set (one starter, main, and dessert) or mix and match à la carte. My husband went with the set, and I decided to curate my own three-course adventure. Major shoutout to my hubby for requesting "the best table in the house" -- we ended up with a gorgeous canal view! Watching boats drift by while sipping Champagne? Yes, please. The dining room is bright and airy, with big windows that soak in that Amsterdam light (a total mood booster). Service was spot on -- attentive without hovering, warm without being overly formal. While my husband took a quick work call, I started with a couple of oysters and a glass of Champagne (because, why not?). He ordered the Trout, Lamb, and Apricot dessert, while I went for Artichoke, Vol-au-Vent, and a Chocolate Soufflé. Everything was just... divine. The lamb was perfectly cooked, the trout was bright and flavorful, and the desserts were pure decadence. Our total came to about $240 USD including drinks, and honestly, worth every cent. If you're looking for a memorable, leisurely meal with excellent food, impeccable service, and postcard-perfect views -- Brasserie Marie should be on your list!

A clear 5-star rating for a very lovely family-style restaurant close to Schiphol airport. This…read moreplace is smaller than most others and offers a cozy atmosphere. The hosts are making you feel like you were dining in their own living room. All dishes were excellent, I recommend the goose liver as a starter or the filet Americain. Our main courses - lamb and local sole - were fantastic as well.

Really surprised that there has not been anyone willing to write a review for this restaurant. Its…read morebeen there for ages! In de golden day's it was the go to place for the people of airplane manufacturer Fokker. And those people new how to spend :) the choice of wine is very good, also the knowledge is top notch! If you are looking for a private dinner so you are not bothered every 5 minutes if you want to have a refill. This is the place for your. Main focus is the french cuisine in al its glory.

A great meal for our party of 8. We shared plates and were able to try almost everything on the…read moremenu. Each plate was delicious. The steak was one of the best that I have had in Amsterdam. The staff spoke English and helpful. We will return.

There has been a change of ownership at Le Coeur since the COVID lockdown. New Chef/owner Rick…read moreSwinkles has keep the same French je-ne-sais-quoi with some beautiful modern updates to the decor. The wine-focused restaurant features small cold and hot à la carte dishes; sides; finishers; and dessert and cheese. The wine list is impressive and extensive. The must try is the éclair foie gras crème,pear chutney, and macadamia. The cheese was fabulous. The milk sorbet cookie sandwich, honey, and bee pollen looks beautiful. Two to three plates is very satisfying as a meal or you can share plates. Reservations recommended. www.lecoeur.com

The bread and butter they offer in the beginning of your meal was some of the best French butter…read moreI've ever had. Our server, Mitchell, was helpful in explaining the menu and gave recommendations. The bartender working that day made an amazing Hendrix martini. And our other friend, from Bangladesh, was giving us lots of information about the restaurant as well as the local area, almost like a personal tour guide. The first course, escargot with herbed butter, was delightful to say the least. Save some bread to absorb the remains. The seasonal white asparagus dish with ham, hard boiled egg and petite potatoes was superb. We don't offer this style of cuisine much in the States; a treat to dive deeper in traditional cooking. The sea bass as a main was swimming with flavor. I appreciate this style of French cuisine in "the Venice of the North". The atmosphere and the staff made the experience terrific. I would enjoy coming back for a second visit. Atmosphere: 10 | 10 Service: 9.5 | 10 Food: 9.5 | 10

I recently visited De Belhamel for dinner with friends on a recent trip to Amsterdam. I started my…read moremeal with a pair of appetizers. The first was the Escargots a la Flamande. The escargots were nicely tender and soaked in a flavorful herb and garlic butter. The second was the Drie Crostini Belhamel. This featured three crispy crostini's topped with high quality mouthwatering toppings of tender smoked salmon, fresh tender beef tartare topped with a yolky egg, and cool salty Iberico. For my entrée I had the Tournedos Rossini. Tender juicy steak sat on a bed of crisp asparagus and savory potatoes and topped with a buttery foie gras. For dessert I had the Basque Cheesecake which had a creamy airy texture and was topped with a sweet flavorful kumquat marmalade. Overall, our dinner was enjoyable and delicious.

This place is absolutely perfect. Excellent food, ambiance, service! We liked it so much that we…read morecame two days in a row!

Came here on a Monday night with a reservation and the restaurant was full. Highly recommend a…read morereservation. Service was friendly, but timing can be a little bit off. They do make up for it with their personalities. The restaurant itself is small and typically can hold groups of 2 to 5. The menu is small, but all the dishes are high quality. 1. Amuse bouche goat cheese - had a nice smoky flavor and fresh 2. Scallops - small but packed with flavor. There is a white sauce that complimented the scallops and the bread pastry with onions 3. Goat cheese terrine - very nice soft goat cheese mixed with onions as well as berry and veggies. Only wish there was more bread. 4. Sea bream - very nicely done with a fresh taste of the meat and a crispy skin. Pairs well with its sauce and tomatoes. 5. Ravioli - nicely done al dente with a herby sauce and packed ravioli 6. Bread pudding - one of the best I've had and came out fresh and hot. Comes with a white sauce as well as boozy caramel sauce. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant which has received very nice reviews for over 10 years. I'm glad we chose this restaurant during my stay here.

Top Notch Breakfast and Dinner…read more.. Brasserie is the restaurant inside the Ambassade Hotel. My wife and I...along with another couple...had 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner there so this review reflects our experience. - Overall: 5 - Location: 5 (for Old Town and the Jordaan) - Exterior: 5 - Interior: 5 - Atmosphere: 5 - Menu: 5 - Food: 5 - Service: 5 (though the head waiter at dinner was full-of-himself) - Price and Value: 5 Pros: - Location: Convenient to the Old Town and Jordaan parts of Amsterdam. - Exterior: Handsome. A beautifully restored and maintained property. - Interior: Contemporary. Brasserie is a high end spot across 3 rooms, yet remains comfortable where conversation is easily accomplished. - Menu: Very healthy buffet at breakfast plus some items which can be ordered. Dinner offers French fare with a relatively light touch...though very different from the wellness-oriented breakfast. - Food: Excellent. The breakfast buffet is not huge, but full of healthy high quality items. I had 3 unbelievable versions of granola spooned from large jars and covered my bowl with the best tasting light Greek yogurt. Fruit and fish was super fresh...bread and pastries baked on premises amazing. Others in our group chose made-to-order egg dishes. It's all part of staying at the hotel. Dinner transformed Brasserie into a bistro with a French twist on many favorite dishes. Check the menu online. Portions are small - as expected - but quality was high. However, prices were very reasonable with most items under $30. - Service: Homey at breakfast..."French" for dinner. Everyone could not have been more friendly and helpful in the morning. Things were a bit more formal at night with a different crew. The chief waiter was very knowledgeable, but we agreed a bit arrogant. - Price and Value: Worth it. I believe the breakfast buffet is only for guests of the Ambassade Hotel. Brasserie is open to the public at night and quite reasonable. - Parking: None. Who has a car in Old Town? Cons: - The only one readily apparent was the brusque, off-the-cuff nature of our main server at dinner. He wasn't over-the-top, but not in keeping with the friendly vibe of the hotel. And that's coming from 2 couples who grew up in New York City and lived for many years in San Francisco and LA. Anyone can...and should...get dinner at Brasserie. There are many reasons to make reservations for a stay at the Ambassade - including access to their breakfast buffet.

We had very social Christmas meal at Brasserie fo seven courses. The food were unique and some…read morethoughtful combinations with different kind of food choice. The restaurant was beautiful and the staff were very great with wine pairing. Excellent choice for a special Christmas meal.