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    De Belhamel

    4.2 (96 reviews)
    PriceyFrench, Modern European
    Closed 12:00 pm - 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Fay S.

    This was a symphony for the senses. This quaint; tucked away little place is a little magical world of culinary splendor . The service impeccable ; the food fresh and masterfully prepared. The kitchen is below street level and so cute. The Normandy oysters and Escargots and mussels - one . Even the humble bread was elevated. I have pictures somewhere. It's rare that I forget to take pictures but the view from our cosy table and the food was incredible

    Beautiful view of the canal
    Rachel C.

    Beautiful restaurant with a beautiful view. Very small, so make reservations. This was our first dinner in Amsterdam. This is how I learned the temperatures on beef lean toward less done. I ate it, like a local. My friend said it was "too raw" for her. ‍

    Katherine G.

    We wanted to start with some wine before deciding if we wanted to stay for dinner and ordering food. The waitress told us they don't serve just wine, and we need to order food as well. We ordered wild bore paté as and appetizer, and enjoyed our wine outside. We have not stayed for dinner. The appetizer was just OK, but the ambience was great, and service - nice.

    Plaice and salmon with veg and mashed potatoes
    Melissa A.

    Excellent French restaurant. I'm glad I was persistent enough to actually find the entrance. If you follow the Google maps directions, it takes you to the side with a huge window where you can see everyone eating and drinking inside. And there's a door there that doesn't look like a door. And a buzzer on that door that belongs to some poor schlmo who probably gets buzzed multiple times an evening. But he was very polite when he said the entrance was around the corner. I tried the first corner and no entrance to be found, and went around to the other corner and bingo! Also that entrance takes you through a deserted bar area, then through a kitchen- type area then to the dining room. Charge forward and perhaps you will find a server who will point you to a table. The service is okay, but not as proactive as servers in America, so you just have to speak up-- for instance, in the US, a server would ask if you want more wine before you finish your first glass, but not here, so you need to set the pace yourself. Nor a big deal, but don't depend on someone anticipating your every need or trying to increase the bill by asking if you want more wine or dessert. The food was delicious. Even the broccoli, which might sound strange: it was just steamed, no seasoning or sauce, and it was wonderful. Though definitely better with the buere blanc sauce. I had the plaice with salmon and veg. Plaice is a delicate flat fish, similar to flounder. Excellent. The only underwhelming thing was the wine I had: glass of prosecco was all aggressive bubbles but otherwise flavorless to me; glass of pinot grigio was flabby and only discernable taste was cork taint. It's probably because I was ordering by the glass and maybe if you're dining with someone, you can get a bottle of something better. My wine glass had chips on the base, yes, but I was impressed that the glass survived, my glasses at home would sooner shatter than suffer a a chip. It's more charming than anything. The decor is beautiful gold and brown tones, which contrasts sharply with the volume in here. On a Saturday before closing, the chatter of the patrons is almost overwhelming: everyone is having a great time, but if you want a quiet dinner, this might not be the place. Overall, very happy with this meal and experience.

    Chipped glassware
    Dana H.

    We had a really terrible experience here. My boyfriend made reservations for my birthday at De Belhamel and he told the staff that it was my birthday during the reservation. When we arrived we were sat at a table where I was not able to even pull my own chair at, since the restaurant was so packed in. We were not given menus for over 15 minutes, and we noticed that all of our glassware had chips in them. We ordered a bottle of wine to share, and I was disappointed that the server only offered for my boyfriend to try to wine first. When we finally got our food, the sea bass had no taste and the veggies were over cooked. The table next to us had ordered steaks, and both people asked the server for ketchup since their steak was also tasteless. Overall I would not recommend.

    Boeuf Belhamel was excellent
    Fernando A.

    Chose this as our last meal since it was close to the train station. Dinner was excellent. The restaurant and view were both beautiful, and the service was polite and attentive. We started with the shrimp and scallop puff pastry. So rich! My boeuf Belhamel was excellent, with tasty mushrooms. My wife really liked her red snapper. Finally, we couldn't decide on a single dessert, so shared the petite grande dessert which was about four bites of everything. If I were to choose one, it would be the white chocolate cheesecake. It was more like a cheesecake flavored whip cream. I would highly recommend De Belhamel. Make reservations, and if you are lucky try to sit on the canal.

    Appetizer to start my 3 course meal
    Michelle W.

    What a lovely restaurant! I really enjoyed the location. They have outdoor seating as well if you wish to view the canal directly. You can see the canal from the inside too. The inside feels a bit tight but since I'm eating for one, it didn't bother me. I had their three course meal and it was really delicious. Asparagus is in season right now so both my app and main dish had asparagus. I started with bread which was freshly baked and I took away one star because they had a piece of hair on my bread dish and it wasn't mine for sure. I had a thin sliced beef salad to start and that was delicious. The ingredients tasted very fresh and light. I cleaned that plate. For my entree, I went with the salmon wrapped asparagus and it was delicious. I must say the cream sauce they used on the fish was quite heavy and I wouldn't mind LESS of it and maybe even with lemon juice drizzled over it. The asparagus was full stalk and it was delicious. I didn't care for the potatoes that came with it. Dessert was a custard tart and THAT WAS DELICIOUS. I devoured it :) I really love the food, the view and the servers. It was a great experience overall. I highly recommend it. My whole meal with a bottle of sparkling came to about 40 euros.

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    Hsiao-Ting C.

    4.5 stars Romantic French restaurant with a view of the canal. We didn't have a reservation when we went in but thankfully we were early enough to get a seating. The place is small but they were willing to let us bring our stroller inside right next to our table! There's a few steps good down and up to the dining area so be careful. All the dishes are delicious except for the fish dish. That was a bit bland.

    Tagliatelle with ragout of oxtail

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    I really enjoyed the atmosphere by the canal. Away from turist crowds. Food was excelent!

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    Fabulous outdoor seating right next to the canal, good French oriented food and friendly staff.

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    Complex sauces, unusual menu, fresh flavors, all in a beautiful setting on the canal.

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    Very tasty food. Had the Belhamel boeuf, and can certainly recommend it.

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    Very delicious food! Good service. Nice atmosphere. Portion size a tad on the smaller side, but a good place for a fancy night out.

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    Brasserie Ambassade

    4.6(44 reviews)
    1.2 kmCentrum
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    Top Notch Breakfast and Dinner…read more.. Brasserie is the restaurant inside the Ambassade Hotel. My wife and I...along with another couple...had 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner there so this review reflects our experience. - Overall: 5 - Location: 5 (for Old Town and the Jordaan) - Exterior: 5 - Interior: 5 - Atmosphere: 5 - Menu: 5 - Food: 5 - Service: 5 (though the head waiter at dinner was full-of-himself) - Price and Value: 5 Pros: - Location: Convenient to the Old Town and Jordaan parts of Amsterdam. - Exterior: Handsome. A beautifully restored and maintained property. - Interior: Contemporary. Brasserie is a high end spot across 3 rooms, yet remains comfortable where conversation is easily accomplished. - Menu: Very healthy buffet at breakfast plus some items which can be ordered. Dinner offers French fare with a relatively light touch...though very different from the wellness-oriented breakfast. - Food: Excellent. The breakfast buffet is not huge, but full of healthy high quality items. I had 3 unbelievable versions of granola spooned from large jars and covered my bowl with the best tasting light Greek yogurt. Fruit and fish was super fresh...bread and pastries baked on premises amazing. Others in our group chose made-to-order egg dishes. It's all part of staying at the hotel. Dinner transformed Brasserie into a bistro with a French twist on many favorite dishes. Check the menu online. Portions are small - as expected - but quality was high. However, prices were very reasonable with most items under $30. - Service: Homey at breakfast..."French" for dinner. Everyone could not have been more friendly and helpful in the morning. Things were a bit more formal at night with a different crew. The chief waiter was very knowledgeable, but we agreed a bit arrogant. - Price and Value: Worth it. I believe the breakfast buffet is only for guests of the Ambassade Hotel. Brasserie is open to the public at night and quite reasonable. - Parking: None. Who has a car in Old Town? Cons: - The only one readily apparent was the brusque, off-the-cuff nature of our main server at dinner. He wasn't over-the-top, but not in keeping with the friendly vibe of the hotel. And that's coming from 2 couples who grew up in New York City and lived for many years in San Francisco and LA. Anyone can...and should...get dinner at Brasserie. There are many reasons to make reservations for a stay at the Ambassade - including access to their breakfast buffet.

    We had very social Christmas meal at Brasserie fo seven courses. The food were unique and some…read morethoughtful combinations with different kind of food choice. The restaurant was beautiful and the staff were very great with wine pairing. Excellent choice for a special Christmas meal.

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    Brasserie Ambassade - Amazing .. definitely enough for 2

    Amazing .. definitely enough for 2

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    The Pantry - Bitterballen

    The Pantry

    4.6(619 reviews)
    1.8 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 - Outside of restaurant

    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.

    The Pantry - Vlaflip and poffertjes

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    Café George - Really yummy fries  with Mayo , weird

    Café George

    3.7(110 reviews)
    1.7 kmJordaan, Centrum
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    Will go through pros and cons: Pros…read more- next to none - nice looking restaurant and bar itself Cons - Appalling service for a "nicer" restaurant in a bustling neighborhood - put in an order for dirty martinis, bread/butter, oysters, steak frites, and red bass - out of martini glasses by 7pm. What?? - rock hard bread I wouldn't feed a dog and plastic container butter - lackluster oysters - steak frites came out just about raw (1.5 hours after ordering). Had to send back. Came back with no sauce on top, no mayo for fries - red bass decent - server/waiter said it "wasn't his fault" and "the system didn't take our order". No empathy, no anything. - the most appalling part. Offered us a free drink or a coffee. WHAT?? Didn't comp the martinis, didn't comp the awful steak frites, or anything. Sorry excuse for a restaurant that, if based on service and food, should be out of business. Won't be back. Go to brut de mer instead. No stars

    If you want the classic Amsterdam-chic "see and be seen" vibe, Café George is a must. The…read moreLeidsegracht location is really fun and popular. This place is buzzing. It's high-energy, crowded (in a fun way), and the people-watching is 10/10. It feels like a lively mix of Paris and New York in the heart of the canals. Great for a group lunch. Service is professional and fast-paced to keep up with the crowd. The food (like the Steak Frites) is consistently solid, but you are definitely here for the energetic atmosphere and the perfect location. A great 4-star spot if you want to soak in the fashionable Amsterdam.

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    Café George - Steak Tartare

    Steak Tartare

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    Restaurant Zaza's

    4.7(55 reviews)
    2.6 kmDe Pijp, Zuid
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    Came here on a Monday night with a reservation and the restaurant was full. Highly recommend a…read morereservation. Service was friendly, but timing can be a little bit off. They do make up for it with their personalities. The restaurant itself is small and typically can hold groups of 2 to 5. The menu is small, but all the dishes are high quality. 1. Amuse bouche goat cheese - had a nice smoky flavor and fresh 2. Scallops - small but packed with flavor. There is a white sauce that complimented the scallops and the bread pastry with onions 3. Goat cheese terrine - very nice soft goat cheese mixed with onions as well as berry and veggies. Only wish there was more bread. 4. Sea bream - very nicely done with a fresh taste of the meat and a crispy skin. Pairs well with its sauce and tomatoes. 5. Ravioli - nicely done al dente with a herby sauce and packed ravioli 6. Bread pudding - one of the best I've had and came out fresh and hot. Comes with a white sauce as well as boozy caramel sauce. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant which has received very nice reviews for over 10 years. I'm glad we chose this restaurant during my stay here.

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    Restaurant Zaza's - Inside

    Inside

    Restaurant Zaza's - Perhaps the best bread pudding in Amsterdam!

    Perhaps the best bread pudding in Amsterdam!

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