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.

Adorable, handsome unique tower on the water; there is a pier behind the tower to view the…read moreentirety. There is a bar in the first floor that serves "The Heinekenbier" among others, and the restaurant on the 3rd floor descends back to the 2nd and is totally medieval in design, reached by tight winding brick staircase in the monkey tower.

My wife and I visited De Hoofdtoren mainly because of the novelty of eating inside a 1600s gate…read morehouse that used to be on the south sea (now on a lake). Turns out the food is really excellent and the service is friendly. They had just launched a new menu when we paid a visit and the sandwiches for lunch were delicious, though not exactly filling. Probably an appropriate serving size. The view from the small windows isn't too expansive, but the atmosphere is still very nice. We'd definitely skip the street level restaurants to dine here again.

We were looking for an amazing meal n stumbled upon this place -- we absolutely loved it! The…read morerestaurant requires a reservation. We started with some bites; the brioche was great, especially the truffle one. The KOP fried chicken was okay, but the prawn taco was a winner. From the main menu, the salmon and beef tataki were out of this world, while the seabass and brisket were very good. Def a must-try spot

Pleasant restaurant we checked out, relaxing atmosphere, good service and a varied menu.read more

My mom (a very picky eater with a sensitive gastrointestinal track) and I walked in here for a late…read morelunch on the day we arrived in Amsterdam. And despite ALL of our meals in Amsterdam being excellent, this one may have been the best. We wanted to try Dutch food, not totally knowing what to expect and were blown away by the combination of flavors and textures we consumed. We started with the pickled herring which was served with onions and pickles- fresh yet bold! I'm still thinking about those little fishies weeks later. Then we each had the sampler-ish plates (I forget what it was called). Hers was the vegetarian version and mine was with sausage. There were 3 kinds of essentially mashed potatoes with veggies mixed in: 1 with spinach I think, 1 with carrots, and 1 with sauerkraut. Mine came with a delightfully rich gravy and my moms came with some kind of lighter yellow sauce (I think mustard based). We tried these same dishes at other Dutch restaurants during our stay, but nothing beat The Pantry. The service in this quaint and cozy spot was also excellent!

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.

Looking for an awesome terrace with a great view? Then you will love Vrijburcht Cafe! I completely…read morelove this friendly Dutch Cafe! We had the pleasure of having lunch here after a wonderful cycling trip outside of the city. It's the perfect place to go when the weather is outstanding in the Netherlands. They have a lovely terrace that gives you a great view of New Amsterdam and the sea. Style is typical Dutch Decor with wooden tables, brown chairs, retro lights and concrete floor. It's a great place to stop by when you are cycling through Ijsburg.

We accidentally went here way too early (1 hour before opening) - but the owner saw us freezing…read moreoutside and opened an hour early just for us. Super nice!! Thanks again :) Lunch was lovely! Ravioli and Quiche were delicious. Also the location is stunning.

There were some enticing options on the menu, but the quesadilla I ordered wasn't the most…read moreflavorful. I believe the food was slightly overpriced for the quality, but was fairly standard for Amsterdam. I was pleased with the service. The interior isn't the most up-to-date, but it is a café vibe. I

Great location with some outdoor seating along a canal. Service is friendly and quick. The food we…read moreordered was delicious and presented well on the plate.

Great breakfast and lunch options. Nice coffee and other drinks. Plenty of options for vegetarians.read more

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!

Le Pompadour is one of those places I always make a point to stop at whenever I'm in Volendam,…read moreNetherlands. Their steaks are delicious, and it's become one of my go-to spots when I visit. If you're looking for a nicer, tablecloth, more upscale restaurant on the Dijk . . . this is the place to go. This time I was there with my daughter and her best friend (both 16) on their Spring Break trip. My daughter's friend has a severe allergy to fish, nuts, and kiwi, so when we travel with her, we have to be really intentional about where we eat. Le Pompadour was great. The food was delicious, the staff was so friendly and kind to us, and they were very attentive and accommodating when it came to her allergies, which I really appreciated. They even brought out special nut-free bread for her, which was such a thoughtful touch and definitely stood out. Always a stop for me when I'm in town . . . and I'll definitely be back.