Tom’s Top 10 Recommendations for Amsterdam Restaurants

Amsterdam is the most international city in the world and when it comes to food, it is all about diversity. There are superb restaurants where fusion is the magic word. These are our top picks for restaurants in Amsterdam!

If you like fish, Cafe Restaurant Amsterdam is a great option. It's located near the large and lively Westerpark.

Located in a set of greenhouses, restaurant & nursery De Kas believes that food tastes best when it is prepared with the freshest, local ingredients. So they grow their own herbs and vegetables in the greenhouses and gardens at the restaurant and on their farm in The Beemster. An absolute must.

Next to the main University buildings, in a narrow street named Gebed Zonder End (Prayer Without End) lays the music cafe restaurant Kapitein Zeppos. A hidden gem in the city center with a Mediterranean kitchen.

Why not take the free ferry to the NDSM? Here you will find the coolest cafes and restaurants with the best views over the water. The IJ Kantine is a family-friendly restaurant with good food in an awesome location in Amsterdam Noord.

Indonesia was the colony that brought the most diverse and interesting flavors to Holland. You should not leave Amsterdam without trying one of the delicious rice tables at Blauw! Other places we can recommend for great Indonesian food are: Blue Pepper, Restaurant Max and Cafe Kadijk for a less formal dining experience where no reservations are needed.

For a romantic spot, we recommend the restaurant Belhamel, as a great place to go.

Recommended food adventure

Hungry Birds is a small, young, and personable travel company in Amsterdam. Think of them as your local friends with whom you eat, drink and explore the beautiful city. They are passionate about creating opportunities for travelers to connect and learn about the culture through street food, conversations, and stories behind the family-owned and small, local businesses that they support. They have created an interactive food and drink adventure where travelers are encouraged to share stories, ask questions and connect with others.

*Gratitude tip: A tip of 10% is the standard throughout the country.