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    Café In de Waag

    3.7 (81 reviews)
    ModerateModern European, Cafes
    Closed 9:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for kids

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    Steak
    Philip F.

    What a great place to eat in Amsterdam. The service staff was exceptional and were able to cater to our kids dietary needs. The atmosphere is great, though a bit dark. For the food, we ordered bitterballs for an appetizer, a must when in The Netherlands. They were very crispy, smoking hot even after sitting on the table for some time. My wife loved her parsnip soup, but her salad (and my mom's) were extremely overdressed with salad dressing. My steak was perfectly cooked and the kale was phenomenal.

    Steak tartare
    Michael A.

    Cafe In de Waag was too cool looking of a restaurant to pass up, so my friends and I decided to stop in here for a few snacks and a drink. How often do you get the chance to eat inside of a crazy looking castle? Not often, at least in Los Angeles. Originally built in 1488, this historical building is quite impressive and sure to catch your attention should you walk by. The interior is equally impressive, with lots of seating. The restaurant was actually at capacity when we arrived, so we chose to sit and drink at the bar located right by the front door. To eat, the three of us split fries, mac and cheese, and steak tartare. I didn't try much of the fries, but I thought the mac and cheese and steak tartare were both decent. Nothing to rave about, but they did satisfy. The steak tartare was beautifully presented. The bartender was nice and quite the beer pourer. I was impressed. If looking for a cool place to grab some food, Cafe In de Waag is a great option. The atmosphere and ambiance are truly hard to beat. This restaurant definitely offers a unique experience. Service is nice and friendly, and the food options are not bad. Go ahead and check this place out!

    Cassy W.

    I found this cafe while researching options for lunch online. I decided to stop by on my way to a tour, which was probably my mistake. I had about an hour and a half to eat, but it took 15 min to order and I literally sat there for 40 min before even getting my drink. My food took 1h15min leaving me 15min to scarf everything down and pay. I'm pretty sure the food was decent, but honestly I ate it so quick I don't really remember. I think this place could be okay, they weren't packed when I went there so I think the service was just slow. If that's not something you mind, or you're not in a rush, then I would say give this place a try!

    Patrycja W.

    Slow service but ambiance was great who wouldn't want to eat in a castle ? The staff was the sweetest helped me surprise my boyfriend for his birthday with Cava and a sparkler. I got the crostinis and he got the burger we were happy and full. They have a brunch menu that comes at a discount!

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    Linda K.

    Enjoyed the food here. Service was a little slow but they were pretty busy. We ordered the dorade fish and the noodle salad. Both were excellent. Great location and cool castle.

    John C.

    This location was awesome... not meaning the block from the red light, but the fact that it looks like an old church/castle. The rooms are amazing. And they have real candles lit around the place, which is a nice touch. The food was also extremely tasty. Definitely recommend trying this one.

    Salmon
    Monica L.

    Not sure why, but when we came in, they told us that we could not order any appetizers (it wasn't too late either, or maybe it was for Amsterdam?) No big deal, we got plenty of drinks and food. The salmon was very delicious and cooked juuuuust right. Fries are always delicious (haven't had bad frites in Amsterdam yet). The beef I feel like was lacking a bit in flavor, though I couldn't really put a finger on why..was it grilled? No? The cut of beef maybe? Ravioli was also okay, though I wasn't a fan of the sauce too much--seemed slightly tangy to me. I personally would stick with the salmon, which was very delicious.

    Lunch at Café In de Waag. This beautiful, castle like building dates back from the 1400's.
    Michelle M.

    Café In de Waag was unlike any other restaurant I have been to. The restaurant building is located in a historical building, originally known as the "Weigh House". The Weigh House was built in 1488 and the exterior has a cool, castle-like character. Inside the restaurant the atmosphere is informal and romanticly lit in candle light from the 300 candles scattered around the interior. There are multiple levels and private rooms in the restaurant. Café In de Waag not only has amazing atmosphere, but the restaurant also has delicious food. We visited for a late lunch and enjoyed the Beef Croquette Sandwich, Smoked Salmon Salad, and the Tomato Soup. Of course we had to order French Fries with ketchup and mayonaise since Europeans eat mayonaise with their fries. Weird combination, but it works! I'm not a big mayonaise eater so I don't think I would order this at home, but it was nice to try and say I've eaten this once. The best part of our lunch besides the cool atmosphere and tasty food was the reasonable prices. Would definitely come back here. They have a cool bar area that I'd recommend checking out. The charcuterie plate on the bar menu sounded really good!

    Complimentary bread
    Mel T.

    For our last night in Amsterdam, my boyfriend and I wanted to check out the Red Light District. Since Cafe in de Waag was on his list of places to try, and it happened to be in the neighborhood, we made a resso for two. The restaurant itself looks like a castle. From the outside, you wouldn't think it was a restaurant. Once inside, it's perfect for a date. It's quiet, but not too quiet. It's dark, but not too dark. What I liked about their menu was that they had a recommended wine OR beer pairing with each of their entrees. Most places just do wine pairings. We went with the beer since we're beer drinkers. We also decided to order a pint of Heineken, because when in Amsterdam, right? I don't normally like Heinekens when I drink them back in the U.S., but I actually enjoyed this one. It tasted crisper. Must be something in the water here. To start, we had the North Sea crab with nagelhout (smoked meat), old Reypenaer (Dutch cheese) oranges and walnuts. It was weird. There were too many flavors going on - salty, tart, nutty. My taste buds were very confused. There was also not much crabmeat so I can't really speak on whether or not that was fresh. For my entree, I ordered the Dutch beef (from the charcoal grill - "Opperdoes" - asparagus - lemon-thyme gravy). It was cooked perfectly (medium-rare) and even though I don't normally like asparagus, the white asparagus they served was really good. For his entree, he went for the Dutch piglet (cooked with hay - potato truffle mousseline - crispy garlic - smoked garlic sauce). I don't usually order pork because most places make it super dry, but this restaurant was the complete opposite. It was tender and I ended up liking this dish better than my own. So the common theme with Cafe in de Waag is - order something that you normally wouldn't order/like, and you might end up loving it.

    Denis H.

    Great service, nice waiters. Atmosphere is very inspired: I guess it's must visit in Amsterdam. Poor choice of beer. Food is 4 stars.

    Mike H.

    In de Waag is a lovely little cafe in a historic small castle/gatehouse. The ambiance is lovely and very intimate. The menu is simple and the cocktail menu is divine! This is a great place to sit out on a nice day or go inside to rest from the rain while getting some food and drink.

    Nice candles on each table
    Aleksandr F.

    Cafe locates on Neiwemarkt Square in house looks like a small castle. Nice interior inside with candles and pictures. Wine map is pretty big, but main courses hasn't much variety. I've ordered beer bottle and plate of Dutch cheese and my spouse ordered steak tartar with bottle of water. Everything was good and we had a great dinner here in cozy atmosphere.

    Amber H.

    Stumbled across this place while walking around today. Was nice and big and had lots of seating. They have benches for 2 wish is cute at the tables. The food was expensive and small portions but good. We got the appetizers which was mostly just old cheddar and deep fried things. The service was extremely slow but I wasn't in a rush so I didn't mind.

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    Great meal. Great service! Very dark tho. Had to use my phone. Beautiful space

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    The Pantry - Bitterballen

    The Pantry

    4.6(620 reviews)
    1.5 kmCentrum
    €€€

    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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    Outside of restaurant

    The Pantry - I hadn't had Dutch apple pie since my days waiting tables at Denny's, in the '80s & this was well worth the wait.

    I hadn't had Dutch apple pie since my days waiting tables at Denny's, in the '80s & this was well worth the wait.

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    Cannibale Royale - Tomahawk steak. Sweet potato fries. Street corn.

    Cannibale Royale

    4.5(211 reviews)
    0.3 kmDe 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!

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    Cannibale Royale - A delicious tomahawk steak A delicious tomahawk steak

    A delicious tomahawk steak A delicious tomahawk steak

    Cannibale Royale - Good selection of beers.

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    Good selection of beers.

    Café In de Waag - modern_european - Updated May 2026

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