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Anelya S.

What an honor to be the first one to write a Yelp review for this amazing place. We had 6:30pm reservation, 8 courses and were done just about 10pm. We did not feel rushed or did not have to wait for our food too long. Now to the dining experience. Every single dish was an experience on its own. The flavors were complex, with layers of notes and tones. Each dish was perfect in amount of food. On my 3rd course I felt that even though I haven't left yet I already wanted to come back and dine here again. It's not a cheap affair, for two people, one wagyu beef supplement of €63 and 4 glasses of wine the total was €425, and tip on top. It is truly an outstanding place and worth the money. Menu changes regularly so check it out before making a reservation. They do take in account your dietary restrictions and preferences.

Please Michelin Gods, TAKE THIS STAR AWAY 212 has so much potential it hurts. I only give 4 stars for the chefs, if this was about service, experience and price-quality, we would be talking about 2 or 3 stars The two biggest problems - SERVICE - WINE PAIRING The wine pairings are half pour at best. This is not a wine tasting but a pairing (someone needs to alert the staff), the wine pours are maybe 2oz of wine, this is considered "half pour" by nearly all restaurant standards. See attached picture for the red wine that was supposed to accompany my lead course - lasted less than 2 sips, clearly a half pour (which should be half the price). When I asked the waitress for a top off, she responded negatively and literally stopped providing any attention to us for the majority of the night, like a temper tantrum Service somewhat spirals out of the above, but also general cadence was poorly timed. Baby wine pairings came out 5/10m before the food so you had 1 sip left by the time the plates arrived. After our waitress was asked to increase our pours, service deteriorated to the point of no communication for 20/30minutes at a time. She was evening sending other people to clear our plates due to her tantrum. Many people who arrived after us left before us due to her lack of attention Now from the bad to the good The chefs work very hard and produce some amazing dishes. Almost all food is sousvide so there's not a lot of natural kitchen / cooking smell beyond the occasional sear. The lobster was the most tender I've ever had, their amuse bouche were creative and delicious. The oxtail was extremely rich w fall apart texture and loaded w black truffle oh and don't miss the apple desert!! All in all 212 has the potential, you can tell the chefs have the drive and they are OH SO CLOSE but sadly held back by poor waitstaff and an inability to elevate the guest experience. 212 most certainly DOES NOT raise to level. Perhaps worth a stop in if you're Ok paying premium prices for a mediocre product, but don't raise you expectation to the level of Michelin Man!

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Michelin 2 stars restaurant. Very small restaurant with only 7 or 8 tables. Food was great, service was excellent.

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3 years ago

Great food and service. Worth the cost for this Michelin star experience. Recommend their tasting menu to experience their full creativity.

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The Pantry - Bitterballen

The Pantry

(618 reviews)

€€€

Centrum

Love this place! Happy that we were able to get a seat quickly here because reservations are a…read moremust! Inside may feel and look cramped but it is super cozy. We were able to get seated right on the window area. We chose menu 5, which was just enough for two people. Everything was delicious! Their pea soup is out of this world. Don't know why as it is a simple dish but wow! I also love their herring. It was so delicious that I wanted seconds. It paired so well with their onions and mustard. And their bitterballen was just enough bite. Creamy and crispy! We also got a combination of the hutspot. They were all delicious! Although for me the meatball was just a tad bit salty but it is probably just me! Everything else was spot on. I love their dessert at the end. It was a great way to end the night. Our server and their staff were all amazing! Very friendly and welcoming. Yes it is a tourist spot but totally worth it.

This restaurant was on my wish list for places to definitely go while visiting Amsterdam. We…read morefinally went for lunch yesterday after our walking tour. Reservation recommended. We did not have one but they were happy to seat the 2 of us and invited us to switch tables once another couple left (they were checking out). Small space, can accommodate groups of 2-4, cozy atmosphere, lots of the traditional blue and white ceramics on the wall (dishes and tiles). Traditional Dutch cuisine: we ordered the Boerenkoolstamppot with smoked sausage and Zuurkoolstamppot with smoked sausage and a slice of apple pie to share for dessert. The food arrived piping hot in about 20 minutes. It was sooo delicious--the tasty juicy sausage pairs perfectly the mashed potatoes with either sauerkraut or kale. The apple pie was also tasty--larger chunks of apple and more spices less sugar than American apple pie from what I can tell. Perfect with whipped cream. A must visit if you're in Amsterdam and want to try traditional fare. Highly recommended!

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Cannibale Royale

(211 reviews)

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De Wallen, Centrum

I must have walked by this place dozens of times without really knowing what was inside, but I'm so…read moreglad I finally stopped in. Located on the Rozengracht, it's super central and easy to get to from just about anywhere in the Jordaan or the Center. * The Atmosphere: It's dark, moody, and has a very cool "late-night" energy. Even if you aren't sure what it is from the street, the vibe inside is unmistakable. * The Food: If you like meat, this is your spot. The burgers are massive and juicy, and the ribs literally fall off the bone. * The Vibe: It's a bit louder and more energetic than a standard restaurant, making it perfect for a night out with a group or a casual date with great cocktails. It gets incredibly busy, so even though it feels like a "hidden" spot from the outside, you'll definitely want to book a table ahead of time. Overall: A total neighborhood win. Don't make the mistake of walking past it for as long as I did!

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!

212 - modern_european - Updated May 2026

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