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    De Blauwe Hollander

    4.0 (102 reviews)
    ModerateModern European
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Mix of aged and young cheeses
    Ash Y.

    Traditional Dutch Food. A must try if it's your first time in The Netherlands. Service was great - very friendly and helpful.

    Mama K.

    We arrived early on a Saturday night, which is the thing to do if you don't have a reservation. I ordered the € 26 meal (appetizer, main, dessert), while my husband and son ordered the € 32 version (fancier choices of the same 3 courses). They got beers; I ordered a small bottle of water. Our total bill was € 108.50. I ordered the split pea soup, the stamppot with carrots and onions, and the yogurt/custard dessert. The soup was good, the dessert was very good. My quarrel with the stamppot is that the beef was not lean. When one bites into meat that is covered with sauce, she does not expect to discover inedible pieces of fat to deal with. My bigger complaint is the all-caps "TIPS ARE NOT INCLUDED" line printed in English (almost everything else on the receipt is in Dutch) at the bottom of the bill. No... "tips" are not included, but the service charge is, and that's what allows servers in Europe to earn an actual living. Yes, if your server did an outstanding job, you can leave him/her a tip and it will be appreciated. But the way this was written suggested to me that the restaurant was trying to mislead its English-speaking customers.

    Bitterballen
    Arnel E.

    Truth be told, we had The Pantry on our sites after a night Amstel River cruise. There was a line and we were too hungry & tired to wait, so we Yelped for another Dutch restaurant. Out pops De Blauwe Hollander "The Blue Dutchman". Online reviews were decent and the dishes we were looking for were in the menu. We quickly realized that they were right across The Pantry, so that was a relief for the weary. There was no wait as we got seated on a table for four. Seating was intimate as our area of the restaurant was packed. We then proceeded to tick off the list of recommended eatables when in Amsterdam. [/] Bitterballen. Thick stew encapsulated in deep-fried balls with Dijon mustard [/] Red Berry Jenever. Juniper flavored Dutch gin [/] Slavinken. Ground pork and beef wrapped in bacon [/] Poffertjes. Bite-sized fluffy pancakes sprinkled with powdered sugar. We left with contended tummies as we proceeded to tram back to our hotel.

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    Karlene B.

    If you're looking for a Dutch meal this is one of the few locations in Amsterdam. We shared Endive stampot, Bitterballen and smoked Salmon puff pastry for our dinner. Everything was served hot and very tasty. It's usually very busy requiring an advance reservation, however a few lucky people were taken as walk-in while we were there. It wasn't too noisy, it does get busy, busy

    Classic dish, first time trying it, loved it!
    Miles S.

    Around since 1979 and submerged in a blue ambiance to pay respect to the color of Marine uniforms of the Dutch, this is a legendary spot. Seasonal classics shower the menu including pea soup and exceptional stews. Slavinken is a staple dish I had never had. A meatball rolled in bacon with amazing veal gravy submerged underneath. Incredible.

    Slavink
    Steve H.

    If you're looking to try some of the Dutch comfort food, this is the place to be. I've been here several times, and never disappointed book early. This place fills up quickly.

    Kale and sausage stamppot
    Wendy C.

    Yummy Dutch comfort food, and generous portions. Could barely finish, shared my dinner with my daughter and still a lot of food. Ordered the set menu 1 with the kale and sausage stamppot and tomato soup, and the yogurt dessert. Enjoyed it all!

    Puff pastry Salmon appetizer
    K P.

    This place was great. We made reservations and all had traditional Dutch dishes. Most of us had a variations of Stamppot and it was all delicious. Service was great, food was great, I highly recommend if you're looking for traditional Dutch.

    Charles Z.

    Nice people. Pets-friendly. Authentic local food. Great atmosphere. Absolutely good choice if you're new to this country and want to try some local food.

    Genever and Beer
    Alan L.

    Good Dutch food in a comfortable setting. The restaurant is located in an area with many restaurants. The entrees are Dutch comfort food. The Endive with Fried Bacon and Meatball was particularly good.

    Stamppot!
    Michael A.

    After an unsuccessful attempt at trying to get into The Pantry without reservations, we ended up having our last dinner in Amsterdam at De Blauwe Hollander. Located literally steps away from The Pantry, this was a solid last-minute pick that I'm happy we discovered. The food was very comforting and satisfying. Though the menu contains a variety of options, it would appear as though this restaurant specializes in Stamppot, a traditional Dutch dish made from a mix of mashed potatoes and vegetables. Most of the people inside were eating it, and it looked delicious. I decided to order the Stamppot "Hutspot" Carrot and Onion with Tender Beef (15.5 euros). I believe this is their most popular item, and I highly recommend it. Overall, the food far exceeded our expectations. The Stamppot really is comfort food at its finest. I'm very glad to have discovered this traditional Dutch dish on my last night, as it was easily one of the highlight dinners of our stay in Amsterdam. If looking to try something good and traditional, look no further. De Blauwe will not disappoint!

    Herring, bitterballen, pea soup

    Food was delicious, staff were kind. They made great recommendations. I was here 3 times on my visit and I don't regret it.

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    Delicious food. Great value - we did the set menu with a soup, entree and dessert. Absolutely wonderful experience!

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    7 months ago

    Terrific. Full house, but we took a chance and walked in. So glad we did. Great meal, and wine. Cozy vibe. Go!

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    Very good Netherlandish food! My family had dinner there and we all enjoyed it. Love their mashed potato with minced vegetables

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    Great traditional Dutch cuisine. Stamppot was very good. We all had a variation of it. Proffer ties for dessert were amazing!

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    The Pantry - Bitterballen

    The Pantry

    4.6(618 reviews)
    0.0 kmCentrum
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    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.

    The Pantry - Vlaflip and poffertjes

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    Vlaflip and poffertjes

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

    Cannibale Royale

    4.5(212 reviews)
    1.6 kmDe Wallen, Centrum
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    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.

    De Blauwe Hollander - modern_european - Updated May 2026

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