Wow, this place has a vibe. Huge beer list, dark interior, comfy seating, super busy for a…read moreweeknight but we found a seat and placed our order. About two great beers and 40 minutes later, two huge bowls of mussels arrived with fries. Delicious and very enjoyable. Maybe more fries would have been nice but I went deep into the mussels and in the end, they won. I simply could not finish them. But I got far enough in that I was able to dip some fries in and it was delicious. One ding was that their credit card machine "didn't work" despite a good ten minutes of trying. With that much effort, I'm leaning towards a legit failure. [Review 12096 overall, 1879 of 2019.]

Kitchen was being remodeled Service was almost as fantastic…read moreas the beer selection. The bar is fantastic.

Fabel Frites was our last frites shop of the trip and we saved it for last because it came highly…read morerecommended by a friend who lived in the NL. Their best seller is the frites with a load of finely grated parm and truffle mayo. It looked too extra for me and I just wanted the classic frites with mayo. They were piping piping hot, could've used more salt but were loaded with mayo and quite delicious. At €5 for frites and a topping, I thought it was a decent price. The line moved quickly and it's a shop where you order, grab, and exit. There's no seating inside so you take your hot frites and continue exploring all Amsterdam has to offer.

Overall rating: 4.8 Visiting from NYC…read more One of the very few hyped places that are worth it. Warning, they don't let you eat it anywhere near any restaurants even if you were to order coffee at a cafe. Very weird. I ordered the Fries, Parmesan & truffle mayo which was delicious. The line moves very fast and it took maybe 20 minutes, beginning to end.

Sweet little cafe with outdoor benches. Such a nice place to relax right off the Main Street…read more Prices about 6-8€ per drink. Cold beer and clean glasses -highly recommend!

This bar is just ok. I had a few friends come here and they seemed super excited by the decor,…read moreambiance and overall feel and service of this place. I was left wanting. The wait staff was narcissist and annoying. Sorry I don't know your menu. Sorry I asked for a Kwak beer, with the cool wooden holder & you acted like I was a criminal. The beer was good, and there are some good bartenders.....but give me a break

I've been to a few of the other locations, but the Handboogstraat spot just hits different. It's…read moregot that dark, slightly chaotic, "rariteitenkabinet" vibe that makes you feel like you've stumbled into a hidden club rather than a burger joint. We kept it classic this time: * The Ribs: Fall-off-the-bone tender as always. They don't over-sweeten the glaze, which I appreciate. * Le Cannibale Royale: The pulled pork on top of the patty is a heavy hitter, but the sauerkraut actually cuts through the richness perfectly. * The Fries: Still some of the most consistent in the city--thin, salty, and actually hot. Service was busy (it's Handboogstraat, so what do you expect?), but the staff was super chill and kept the craft beers flowing. It's loud, it's moody, and it's exactly what I wanted for a late-night feed. Plus, I've noticed they actually take the time to read and reply to feedback here, which is a rare find for a place this popular. Keep doing what you're doing!

Do I recommend this place? Heck yes I do! We had ribs, burgers, mac n cheese, fries, veggies, so…read moremuch food and it was all delicious. Staff was friendly and spoke great English. The ambiance had crazy neat decor all over the walls. Whenever I go on vacation I always stalk yelp to find food places to visit, and this place did not disappoint! This is a meat eaters paradise. Don't sleep on the ribs!

The Pantry serves authentic Dutch food in a cozy environment. Definitely get one of their…read moreprix-fixe menus. It includes an appetizer, entree, and dessert. If you are sharing a meal with someone, get items from a different prix-fixe menu and you can both try a variety of items. We enjoyed: * Charcuterie plate: sausages taste minimally processed and delicious * Beef and onion stew: taste slightly different than ones in America * Cauliflower and cheese oven bake: vegetarian's comfort food * Hutspot (mashed potatoes and carrots) and meatballs: non-vegetarian's comfort food * Pea soup with smoked ham For desserts, we had chocolate mousse and vlaflip (vanilla custard) and they were just okay. I'm not sure if desserts are the Dutch's strengths, except maybe the Dutch apple pie. They even bottle their own house beer. The restaurant is small. Try to make a reservation if you can. We didn't have a reservation, but went to the restaurant at around 5PM and were seated in about 15 minutes. At times, the line could get very long, but the staff is still welcoming and ensures that everyone gets served...eventually.

Highly recommended! This is truly Amsterdam experience--a cozy restaurant that feels very Dutch. In…read morea city with a lot of great restaurants, it is a stand out. You must be punctual. The reservations are in time blocks--so everyone enters together at the reservation time. It is orderly, not a mad rush, but they are serious about the reservation timing. We ordered Menu 3 (pictured) which was excellent for comfort food: --Trio of Dutch sausages, bread, Amsterdam pickles, and mustard --Hachee served with red cabbage and mashed potatoes --Chocolate duo with advocaat (chocolate mousse and ice cream) To get the reservation, we had to wait at our computer on the day the reservations open, then book immediately. It was hard reservation to get, but very much worth it.

My family and I had a great experience here. The staff was so very friendly and very courteous and…read moreaccommodating with my son's peanut allergy, which I truly appreciate. The burgers were really good and I would definitely recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for great quick food and an awesome selection of beers in the area.

Great beer and tasty snacks. Loved the Bitterballen and…read moreFlemish Fries. Simple cheese plate also delicious

Located on the Spui, Café Hoppe is one of the oldest cafes in Amsterdam. Decor includes old gin…read morebarrels and sawdust on the floors. A true classic, this Dutch pub dates from 1670 and has a covered terrace. They serve a great breakfast and during the day you can order sandwiches and snacks as well. Try the bitterballen (Dutch meatballs). Breakfast is served between 08:00 and 12:00, lunch from 12:00 to 17:00 and bar snacks from 12:00 until late. Great service!

Be still my heart! We didn't have tons of time in Amsterdam, but I'm glad we tracked down this…read morecafe. I was surprised it wasn't busier, given the unique history of it. This was absolutely THE spot to try a sample of local favorite bar foods. We snacked on Dutch cheese, marinated olives, bitterballen, and meatballs, all with mustards and jams/sauces - every single bite was exquisite. They had a good sampling of local beers, and we tried a few different ones. The service was excellent inside, the bartender was friendly (and funny!) and served us attentively. I loved the original interiors and cozy brown cafe vibes. It's in a great location near other shops and sites if you're looking to make an afternoon of it - which you should!

I was looking for a place with some local brews, found this place. When we walked in 90's country…read morewas playing, wasn't expecting that vibe. Not a complaint, just wasn't on my bingo card. Wood panels, cheese & meat boards and a large chalkboard of the beers, it felt like being in Wisconsin. The bartender is friendly and knowledgeable, very attentive. Love all of the local brews. This place made me happy, highly recommended.

Awesome beers and a wonderful place to sit and enjoy them. Great service. I can't wait to go backread more

Local bar nice beer selection Bartender was more interested…read morein talking to friends than serving

This is a mostly beer bar and I'm not a beer drinker - but I absolutely loved this place all the…read moresame. It's small, full of friendly locals and serves up great drinks. The chalkboards along the walls tell you what's available for beer - expect great Dutch & Belgian classics. You can also get cocktails too. If we lived here, we'd be regulars no question.

We had made a reservation to come to Vlaming on Christmas eve. When we arrived, we were warmly…read moregreeted as soon as we walked in. Our table was ready, and we were immediately seated. Menu was delivered and the specials were explained. The menu was fairly limited, but plenty enough. Our server also explained that the mains do not come with any side dishes. We were a group of six and the entire place could have held maybe 15-18 more people. Not a big place, but very cozy. We had some drinks and in no time our food was on the table. I had ordered the seared tuna and my wife had ordered the rump steak. Both were cooked to perfection and both very tasty. We had ordered fries, beet root, and stir fried veggies for appetizers to share. The fries came with a garlic aoli/mayo, that was very tasty. Overall, our service was at Vlaming was impeccable, the food was excellent and the price was in line with what you'd expect. In fact the food was more in line with what you'd expect at fine dining, but with a lower price. I like Vlaming and would go back again !

A quick report on our dinner last night at Vlaming. Located on a restaurant filled street in the…read moreJordan area of Amsterdam. More of a place that locals go to though there were also several tourists last night, including us :). Sat outside on a lovely warm night, started with a beautiful and tasty lentil salad and a creamy rich yellow pepper soup. Both were yummy. The mains were three large pieces of filet of sole and a perfect medium rare duck breast. Both were delicious and good sized portions. We also shared a side of crispy fries which were also very good. Service from the staff at Vlaming was exceptional. Friendly and gave very good advice about the wine and food choices. Had a nice time talking to another family sitting next to us, also from California. Vlaming was an excellent restaurant choice for our first night in Amsterdam.