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    Cannibale Royale

    4.5 (211 reviews)
    ModerateModern European
    Open 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Steak
    Dave F.

    Summary: Casual yet elevated. Had dinner with some colleagues at Cannibale Royale. The atmosphere was "pubby" but food they overachieved on food quality. We opened with the steak tartare, crispy cauliflower, and the delicious cheese. Everything we sampled was great and flavorful. For mains, we all ordered different entrees. I elected to go with the ribs based on table envy while snooping during appetizer time. The ribs were my favorite style - fragile. What I mean by that is the meat melts off the bone with minimal effort. They were also extremely messy (plus points on that) and the flavor was on point. Only issue for me was I couldn't finish them because of quantity. Yes, food won in this instance, but I will be back to try again. The staff were very friendly and attentive. They checked on us regularly and were spot on with their recommendations. I understand that there are multiple locations for Cannibale Royale. They all have similar ratings if you're near one, it is definitely worth checking out. As Arnold says, "I'll be back."

    Bread
    Bailey N.

    This place was incredible! It was actually so good that I ate here 2 days in a row... and I'm not even sorry about it. The ambiance is lively and it does get VERY busy especially in the evening so do make a reservation or come before 6pm and you may get lucky! I recommend you try the espresso martini or the Sangiovese, both are excellent. I'll definitely be back!!

    Bitterballen
    Sean P.

    Came in for a quick Bitterballen fix. Place was dark and intimate and the bartender quick and on it. Had a beer some delicious Bitterballen and left. Will come Back for dinner for sure.

    Veggie burger. Not good
    Nhu H.

    My friends and I came here because it's one of the only sit down restaurants that are still serving food past 9 pm. The food is just not good. My friends ordered the steak and I had the veggie burger and there was nothing to write home about. I honestly didn't think it was possible to mess up a veggie burger. My other friend also ordered a regular burger and she did not like her meal either. The staff was friendly and it's very clean and spacious but otherwise I think I would've enjoyed my meal at McDonald's better than here.

    Beef ribs and all the fixens were great !
    Brenda M.

    Food was great and service was good. Pretty casual and kind of loud the evening we were there.

    Le Cannibale Royale burger and L'Incroyable (ribeye)
    Marcia G.

    It was a Monday but this place was busy at dinner time. We arrived around 7:30pm and ended up at the bar which was fine because it was fun watching the bartender make drinks. After a round of cocktails and an appetizer, the hostess told us there was a table available which was a nice surprise since we were fine at the bar. What we ate: Cauliflower wings were really good. It's basically breaded cauliflower. The breading was nice and not too thick, perfect fried and not oily. Le Cannibale Royale burger was amazing. This burger had a lot going on but it wasn't too overwhelming and all the flavors of the burger went well L'Incroyable - large piece of ribeye cooked perfectly (medium rare) and had good flavor. The food, drink and service was well done. We were in Europe for a week but we kept talking about how this meal really stood out for us. Highly recommend!

    Chicken Caesar salad
    Jennifer P.

    We didn't have a reservation and were able to eat at the bar. Service was fantastic and friendly. Had the chicken Caesar salad and wings with a side of Caesar salad. The food was delicious. Also tried the canniable royale beer and the cannibale blonde and both were delicious. Portions are good. Inside is great

    Ribs
    M P.

    I have eaten at 3 different locations & they have all been good & consistent. I have had something different energy time. The atmosphere is very cozy. Food good. Service is usually good, except 1 out of 3 times, the service was a little sketch.

    Very good food,, simple presentation, absolutely will do this again.
    Walter R.

    The food is great. (4.5 stars) The decor is rustic old European. This place is a sure bet if you are in the area. The service is fast, friendly and very efficient. The garlic bread is a must have. I could eat a whole basket by myself. The watermelon salad is also a must have. It was a great combo of sweet and savory. The wings are full of flavor, but I wish they were more spicy. The ribs are "fall off the bone" tender, with a nice hint of smoke. I will definitely come here again.

    Ribs
    Brett N.

    Why 4 stars? Because this was a pretty good take on American food. --- --- --- I love eating local and authentic cuisine, but in doing my research about traditional Dutch food, I was not super enthusiastic about trying it. Instead, we opted for Cannibale Royale. I had seen ribs on many menus, so I was curious to try Amsterdam's version of something I've eaten approximately 5,000 times in the U.S. And the burgers looked incredible, so that was a requirement too. The Cannibale Royale burger ended up being the star of the show. Honestly, if I were to do it all over again, I would skip the ribs and just have one of these all to myself without splitting both with the wife. 5-stars. The ribs were fine, but unlike in America, they only give you a small cup of sauce, so you have to use it very strategically. They had a good flavor, but were a bit dry. 4-stars. We also enjoyed the sweet potato fries and mac-n-cheese as our sides. Not amazing, but definitely better than average. 4-stars. We had one day in Amsterdam, so would I say this was absolutely worth visiting for our only dinner? No, but it certainly was not a bad meal either!

    Goose island pint
    Amanda F.

    Visited on a Tuesday afternoon, after a long travel day. We were greeted by the server who immediately asked us English or Dutch, directed us to the open seating and brought over menus. There was 2 of us and we shared the 16 piece Cannibale's Chicken Wings with a side of french fries and the L'Excentrique (crispy chicken sandwich). All the food was brought out quickly and fresh/hot! The chicken wings were good - although they are listed as spicy, I would say at most a 3/10, so not very spicy to us. The wings were extra saucy, if I ordered them again I would ask if they could either do light sauce or on the side. (Super messy, but they also provided wet wipes). The fries were just fries - crispy but still good. The chicken sandwich was the star! The fried cauliflower (think chicken wing in sauce but cauliflower) on top of the bun was absolutely delicious! I didn't have any bread as the bun is super thick but my spouse said it was good! The crispy chicken with bacon was very flavorful. No complaints - server was working alone with maybe 5-6 tables during lunch service and she was attentive and kind. All of the food was good and Goose Island beer was the perfect match for the food. TLDR: service and food were great! Get the chicken sandwich or if getting the chicken wings ask for them to go light on the sauce

    Le Sympathique with rosemary fries.

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    Good place for a quick bite and a drink.Near many hotels in central Amsterdam. Attentive service.

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    Best food we ate since we were here in Amsterdam. Cool atmosphere. Highly recommend this place!

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    The ribs are definitely a must try wow meat falls right off the bone great tasting sauce.

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    The Pantry - Bitterballen

    The Pantry

    4.6(618 reviews)
    1.6 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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    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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