I've been to a few of the other locations, but the Handboogstraat spot just hits different. It's…read moregot that dark, slightly chaotic, "rariteitenkabinet" vibe that makes you feel like you've stumbled into a hidden club rather than a burger joint. We kept it classic this time: * The Ribs: Fall-off-the-bone tender as always. They don't over-sweeten the glaze, which I appreciate. * Le Cannibale Royale: The pulled pork on top of the patty is a heavy hitter, but the sauerkraut actually cuts through the richness perfectly. * The Fries: Still some of the most consistent in the city--thin, salty, and actually hot. Service was busy (it's Handboogstraat, so what do you expect?), but the staff was super chill and kept the craft beers flowing. It's loud, it's moody, and it's exactly what I wanted for a late-night feed. Plus, I've noticed they actually take the time to read and reply to feedback here, which is a rare find for a place this popular. Keep doing what you're doing!

If you don't know the area, this place can be a little hard to find. Nonetheless, we found our way…read moreand it was well worth the wait. Roasted Chicken was phenomenal and the house-made chicken made my day!

There is almost *no* room to sit inside comfortably. Just a handful of bar stools around the sides,…read moreyou'll be cramped uncomfortably next to your neighbors. Busy lunch hours seemed to be dropping off around 13:30, about when I was there. It's possible there's an upstairs, but it was roped off on my visit. I decided to go with a unique combination, an unconventional choice, with the "Silence of the Lambs" burger, a patty made out of lamb, topped with goats cheese and sautéed onion. There was just one guy manning the register, and one lady cooking in the back. The first bite was divine, but towards the end I found it to mellow out to a rather neutral impression. I'd like to have tried a beef burger, and was contemplating the Dragon, but when in Ams. Worth a try, if convenient to do so.

Food is very very good. Burgers and potatoes are perfect. The space issue is definitely true. Only…read moreroom for 7 people to sit inside, but great for takeout or if eating alone or with two people.

Stumbled upon this place while looking for a late night place to grab a bite and I love this place!…read moreThe burger was so juicy, flavorful, and didn't feel greasy at all. It was just perfect that I can't stop thinking about it. Even the fries were spot on. That crispy! Dipped in fried batter and it did not taste oily at all. Honestly they do it right here. Everything was cooked fresh and just overall delicious. Service was great and the staff are friendly. Would definitely come back!

We went to Burger Bar on of our first few days in town. I was pleased with my Blue Irish burger and…read moremy daughter enjoyed her spicy chicken sandwich. The fries were good but not very hot so not my favorite. The servings are huge and the food was pretty good but it is a bit pricey for the area. I was surprised ti find the pricing on the kiosk did not match the pricing on the board hanging behind the counter and I ended up paying more for my blue Irish burger. Oh well, live and learn. The ambience was good, standard for a burger joint.

Hands down one of the top five burgers I've ever had. Burgers made on the spot that's packed with…read moreflavor. The service was fantastic and the two cooks were so attentive while multitasking. Establishment was clean and welcoming. Let me also add the fries were BOMB! Food was too good to take a pic!

Surprisingly good smash burgers topped with some deliciously soft bread. The fries are double fried…read morewhich gives them that's amazing crispy texture. The meat is fresh and I watched the cook smash them as I ordered one. The shop is small but super busy. The cashier and cook were so nice and were fast prepping all the food. Great spot for burgers!

The best burger in town, very kind staff, you can choose between Irish beef, Black Angus or Wagyu…read morebeef, very reasonable prices, too many cheese and toppings to choose between, recommended, fries are vey delicious and I can't stop eating. It has a lovely design as well.

Open late and the food is fresh and delicious. Perfect after a day of drinking or touring the city.read more

We really enjoyed our lunch here. The staff was all friendly and attentive. We were there on Sunday…read moreso we were able to get the Sunday roast dinner which was excellent. We also enjoyed the wings and dumplings. Sat outside and enjoyed the views- really cool place with great vibe.

Of course we had to visit The Black Dog while in Amsterdam.. well because we have a black dog. We…read morestarted off with drinks, it was a beer for me and a coca-cola for my husband. For food it was the soup of the day with bread and chicken gyoza for me and the traditional English Sunday roast for my husband (this is available every Sunday while supplies last). It was a cool spot to visit.

We just happened to see this restaurant while walking back towards our meet-up location during our…read morefree time in Amsterdam. I originally thought it was the German Burgermeister chain which we really liked in Lucerne. We were even more curious when finding out that it's a local burger spot with only 3 locations in Amsterdam. This one is located on Utrechtsestraat in the city center near Rembrandt Square. It appears to be a small space when you first enter. There's a downstairs kitchen with bar seating as well as a booth at the window. Their actual dining area is upstairs. We were greeted immediately and asked to sit anywhere. Our order was taken at the table. It was great service from the get-go! I think our biggest first impression was the cleanliness of the restaurant and bathrooms. You just don't see that level of clean just anywhere. The burgers here are exceptional. They are gourmet-type burgers that are cooked to order. We thought about getting fries with it, but decided not to after seeing the size of these burgers. I could barely eat it all. Our Mokum Cheese Burger was absolutely delicious and very juicy. I loved every topping. I can't name it all, but I know it had some type of aged cheese with a hint of horseradish in the sauce. The pickles were tasty. I wish I could give you every ingredient. All I know for sure is that it's made with Blonde d'Aquitaine beef. They have a cookbook for sale if you're interested. The drinks are varied from gin & tonic to beer, wine, and lemonade. I enjoyed their loose-leaf jasmine mandarin tea served hot. There's a little room upstairs for creative people who like to sketch. I saw some of them decorating the walls. Having a burger in different countries may seem uninspiring for some people. I've found it to be very telling of the local culture and flavor. Especially in restaurants that have a standard of high quality ingredients. This is one that I'd go back to when visiting Amsterdam. The service made it even better.

Delicious inventive burgers and lovely service. Tried the cheese burger with harissa mayo and…read morepancetta and truffle fries. All were delicious. Little touches like finely shave onions on the burger instead of thick sliced rings made for a better overall burger. Definitely recommend

The food was good, not great! The service was forced. The kiosks to order were broke. The…read moretemperature was very hot, had to have our food to go.

Food - 5 Value - 4…read moreAmbiance - 3.5 Service - n/a The best burger in Amsterdam. Didn't have lofty expectations coming from NYC, but was pleasantly surprised - burger patty was juicy and flavorful, had nice balance of lettuce and cheese + truffle mayo, and the chicken was surprisingly juicy as well. Fries fell a bit short and could have been more seasoned, but were crispy and on the better end of fries I had in Europe. Will come back again next time I'm here.

Excellent service- everyone was so friendly and helpful. Cute little pub with a couple tables…read moreoutside which we enjoyed. Tried a few different things and everything was good. Schnitzel was probably the best of what we tried the burger was good but different than what we were used to. Not a fan of the bacon. Never thought I'd say that!

Located in the heart of Amsterdam, on a narrow street and a 4 minute walk from our hotel we wanted…read moreto try this highly rated little pub. We were immediately greeted by one of the co-owners and told we could sit anywhere we liked. We chose a table on the street in front. (The people watching is superb here.) We chit chatted with the other co-owner who told us he first opened a bar but then expanded into a restaurant. The interior is warm, shiny wood with black accents and has cozy feeling. We quickly had our drinks delivered and ordered an angus cheese burger and German pork schnitzel. Food came out quickly and was hot. Fries and a small salad were the sides. Everything was so tasty! The portions were large. The schnitzel was tender and the burger loaded with all of the usual fixings. Can't wait to return to this friendly, cozy, and fun pub!

I'm a committed carnivore, so a restaurant named Cannibale Royale had me before I even opened the…read moremenu. I found it browsing Yelp, and the name alone told me this was going to be a meat-forward kind of night. Fair warning if you're bringing anyone squeamish about restaurant names: The wife wasn't thrilled about it going in, though the food won her over fast. Getting there was its own small adventure. The place sits down a narrow alley, and our Uber couldn't get us all the way to it, which turned into a bit of a hike. That happened to us more than once in Amsterdam, using the exact address didn't always mean the driver could actually reach the door, so budget a few extra minutes if you're headed here. I normally default to steak, but the menu had a burger topped with pulled pork that promised more meat than a straight cut, and I couldn't pass it up. Delicious. Genuinely one of the best burgers I've had. But the wife's flat iron steak might have stolen the night. Flat iron is one of the most underrated cuts out there, and this kitchen proved it. She was still talking about that steak days after we got home, enough that I ended up buying flat irons from Costco just to chase it. The atmosphere is cool and a little edgy, dim lighting, a lot of character, and yes, some genuinely creepy decor scattered around, including an old doll that stares at you like it's judging your order. It ran loud, but not so loud we couldn't hold a conversation across the table. Service was good, just on European time rather than American time. Getting the check took a while, which threw us off at first, but that's the norm across the EU, not a knock on this place specifically. Pricey, but worth every bit of it. We'd go back without hesitation next time we're in Amsterdam.

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!