I tried to come on a Friday night and there was a line out the door and they couldn't seat me even…read morethough I was alone and it was only me. So next time I was in town, I was sure to make a reservation. They anticipated my arrival and sat me at the bar. They have WiFi that works! The pizza was really good and you could taste its freshness. I had a couple of cocktails but it was really tempting to get beer on tap. The interior is cozy which adds to La Perla's exclusivity and reservation-only culture because there is limited seating inside. My friend recommended La Perla to me. He goes every time he's in Amsterdam. I can see why. Service was also great and quite friendly.

Absolutely delicious pizza!! We also had the reypenear kaas baguette and enjoyed it. They had an…read moreolive oil infused with dried chili peppers and garlic on the table that tasted amazing on the baguette. The servers were very nice and we were sat pretty immediately. It was a great stop for a quick and delicious lunch!

Another very nice Italian place in the little Italy street from Amsterdam…read more Don't expect pizza's here though this is a real kitchen! This very small Italian is always packed. In the open kitchen you can see (and hear!) the chef work his magic. The bread, the starters, the fresh home made pasta's and the secondi's are all amazing. They import a lot from Italy themselves, and you can even but a bottle of olive oil here. The place is full of ferrari signs, foto's of Sophia Loren, etc. It feels like a second home. Great for a nice romantich night out or a double date, maybe not so good if you go with more then 4 people, as the place is very small. Expect to spend about 115 euro for 2 persons incl a bottle of wine. Make sure you reserve a table!

Hostaria is an Italian restaurant situated in the Jordan area, the little Italy of Amsterdam. After…read morereading the reviews, we thought we'd give this one a try. On the outside it doesn't look all too fancy. Inside, the tables are closely arranged; making getting up from your table quite a challenge at times. However the waitress was friendly, and the atmosphere cosy. I had the truffle tagliatelle, which tasted excellent, but sadly wasn't cooked properly; it stuck together. Same goes for the pasta with sausage we had. Maybe the secondi taste better, but I'm not prone to go check them out after this experience. All in all, good service, but for the pricing they might pay a little more attention to the food.

Best Neapolitan pizza we had in Amsterdam with a classic cocktail list and modern decor. Service…read morewas adequate for an afternoon lazy lunch.

We had high expectations for Sebastian, but it ended up being one of the most frustrating dining…read moreexperiences we've had in Amsterdam. From the moment we started ordering, it felt like we were constantly being told "no." Multiple dishes on the menu weren't available to order, with little explanation or effort to offer alternatives. It was disappointing, especially when we had specifically come to try several of their signature items. The most bizarre part of the evening was the drink service. We asked for wines and liquors that were visibly displayed behind the bar, only to be told they were "reserved for the owner" and unavailable to paying guests. If bottles are on display in a restaurant bar but aren't actually available to customers, they shouldn't be presented as part of the experience. The staff wasn't rude, but the overall attitude came across as unaccommodating and dismissive. Instead of feeling welcomed, we felt like we were inconveniencing the restaurant simply by trying to order from the menu. Unfortunately, this was a disappointing experience from start to finish, and we won't be returning. With so many incredible restaurants in Amsterdam that are happy to serve what's on their menu and behind their bar, it's hard to recommend Sebastian. Bar and restaurant staff continuously said "this is the worst day of my life."

Cute little Italian restaurant near the city center of Amsterdam! If you're looking for a great…read moreItalian meal, come to this cozy little spot. We have the mushroom raviolis and a pasta dish, which I was definitely not disappointed about! The service was good. Looked like it was locally owned, older gentleman that was serving us and taking care of everyone in the area. Also, pasta came from a cheese wheel! So good. Keep in mind the restaurant is smaller so it may not be great for larger parties but overall, I highly recommend coming here!!

Great location, appearing to be a mom/pops restaurant. Very intimate ambiance. A younger gentleman…read morewas our server, and he was wonderful--very attentive, checking on us several times and keeping our wine and water glasses full. The food was fresh and cooked to perfection. We had planned to order dessert, but after the appetizer, pasta, and wine, we were completely stuffed! Highly recommend this spot.

Our final night in Amsterdam was made memorable by a visit to this lovely place around the corner…read morefrom The Pulitzer Hotel. It was early so the place was quiet and near empty. Our waitress Marie was a joy. Making sure we had whatever we needed. The chef Tamara was also amazing describing each dish. She brought us a little chef's surprise which was some kind of beet crisp with sour cream and herbs. We ordered beef Tatar that was different and very tasty. Especially with the lovely bread basket. We ordered the lobster spaghetti and the veal dish. Both excellent and beautifully presented. For dessert the Tiramisu with vanilla ice cream was delicious and decadent. I highly recommend stopping by this lovely restaurant with great food and terrific people.

It was okay, but that's all I'll give it. We did the five-course dinner, and I'd only say two of…read morethe five course were truly good. The service was excellent, though, it had a lovely atmosphere.

We spent two weeks in Europe, this place was one of the best meals we had. Their pizzas are…read moreamazing, I believe the daughter of the owner was our waitress. Great people! They really care about their restaurant and the quality of the food they serve. Can't go wrong here!

Had an early dinner after a day of walking the canals and the atmosphere was perfect. Quiet and…read morevery pleasant service. The food and wine were excellent.

Il Pacioccone is a cozy spot in what looks like a historic building. We started with the bruschetta…read moreand meatballs. The bruschetta was simple but really fresh--the buffalo mozzarella and tomatoes had a lot of flavor. The meatballs came in a light tomato sauce and were tender, not overly dense. For mains, we had the tagliatelle ragu and the pappardelle with mushrooms. The pasta seems to be homemade--it's got that bite and texture. The duck ragu was rich and comforting, with just enough sauce to coat the noodles but not drown them. The pappardelle was a highlight--big, silky noodles tossed with mushrooms that actually tasted like mushrooms, not just something from a can. The flavors were earthy and balanced, and you could tell everything was cooked to order. Service was relaxed and friendly, which fit the mood of the place. However, it was slow given there was only two people working. It's the kind of restaurant where you can take your time and actually talk to whoever you're with.

Terrible service had open tables and didn't seat us. Don't waste your time. Place looks nice but…read morethe hospitality is what you would expect from someone who doesn't care about service.

I love Italia Oggi! I learned about it from dear friends who had dinner there years ago. They sent…read moreme a photo of them with the owner. When I visited there myself in 2024, on a Sunday night, the owner was not there, but his son was and when I showed him the photo of my friends and his dad, he suggested we get a photo of the two of us. We did. Then I just was back again with my sister and brother-in-law and I showed them both those two photos and they suggested getting a new one of the three of us. We did. Now I live in California, so it's not like dropping in because I'm in the neighborhood, but this place feels like family!! They delivered a fabulous dessert for my 80th birthday. That is family! Food is always deeeelicious and served with special care. Thanks Italia Oggi for making each visit so very special.

Ravioli was amazing and so was the service. It is also really pretty inside. Would definitely go…read moreback.

Fresh made pasta. I had the pumpkin ravioli with a burnt butter on top. Very good. Very light and…read moredelicate. Basket of bread. Very friendly & helpful with the handwritten menu. Atmosphere is nothing special, very basic. Basic tables. Just know you are going for the homemade pasta dishes. Handwritten menu on one page. I would come back.

We found a recommendation for Salvatorica in a TikTok comment. Fresh, homemade pasta is their…read morespecialty (they don't even serve wine) and they're really good at it. I went with a group of 3 and tried 4 different pasta dishes. The Pasta Salvatorica, which includes the fish of the day, was our favorite, but the artichoke ravioli, spinach ravioli, and mushroom pasta were also delicious. The menu and receipts are handwritten, so overall the restaurant had a really homey touch.

This place has great reviews so we decided to try for dinner. We walked in at 7pm on a Thursday and…read morewere able to be seated right away. They do not have a GF menu but the server indicated most items can be made GF. We each tried some of their suggested wine and I ended up having a glass of the moscato. They brought bread with tomatoes to the table and they even had GF bread. I ordered GF spaghetti and my friend had their special - GF lamb ragu. Both dishes were fantastic! The server and staff were both knowledgeable and attentive. Def one of my favs!

One of the best Italian restaurants we have ever been to. The ambience, the quality and quantity of…read morefood, the variety, the preparation, the service and price. Five stars!