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    De Brabantse Aap

    3.7 (35 reviews)
    ModerateBrasseries, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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

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    Bitterballens and pint of Grolsch
    Catherine Durkin R.

    The bitterballens were delicious! A mysterious blend of herbs is responsible for the taste. Highly recommend breaking each one apart and giving them a moment to cool down. Also enjoyed a pint of Grolsch and their fish and chips. My companion enjoyed your chicken salad as well.

    Troll beer
    Austen M.

    I only drank here, so I can't judge the food, but the few hours I spent there were enjoyable. They have free wi fi and plenty of seats outside for when it's sunny. Perfect for people watching as the world goes by. The thing that made this better than most of the average Dam bars is the large beer selection. They seemed to specialise in Belgium beers and had cool glasses or mugs to match each one. I got to try a lovely couple of beers I had never heard of before. I would say this bar is not spectacular, but it is a nice place to spend an hour or two in the sun trying a couple of new beers. Just be willing to wait a bit as the service can be slow.

    Not so hoppy.
    Scott A.

    Always a great place to sit outside, drink Belgian Ale, eat good bar food and people watch. Our favorite place to unwind after walking the city all day. Great wifi.

    Ham & cheese panini
    Rosquete B.

    De Brabantse AAP Classy place to eat & drink in the Spui district Colorful wall writing describing the story of the organ grinder, working girl, and ape Have inside & outdoor seating Daily dinner specials; and have snacks e.g., nachos w/guacamole Nice salads, paninis, sandwiches International beer available; also, serve beer flights Efficient food service Excellent tuna salad w/avocado Tasty ham, cheese, & jalapeño panini

    Great food, beer, and vibe. It's a shame that the waiting staff is so rude to foreigners.
    Nitin G.

    Food and vibe was good. However, I can't believe how rude this waitress is. She was not overly warm too anyone. However, seemed to go out of her way to be rude to the foreigners in the room.

    Chicken burger yum
    Keith B.

    Centrally located next to a major camel and tolls. With a great beer selection. Service is fast and friendly. Great place to eat, drink and chill.

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    7 years ago

    Worst lunch in Amsterdam so far. Rude staff and yesterdays food. Feeling used..

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    Ok beer selection. Food ok. Service good. Expensive! Fish and chips was one piece of fish and €15

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    I highly recommend the Bitterballen, a local favorite, if you haven't tried these already.

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    Cannibale Royale - The L'incroyable (Rib Eye) and Pork Belly and Pickle.

    Cannibale Royale

    4.4(284 reviews)
    0.1 kmCentrum
    €€

    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!

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    Brasserie Ambassade - Oysters

    Brasserie Ambassade

    4.6(44 reviews)
    0.1 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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    Amazing .. definitely enough for 2

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    Café George - Steak Tartare

    Café George

    3.7(111 reviews)
    0.6 kmJordaan, Centrum
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    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.

    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

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    De Brabantse Aap - brasseries - Updated July 2026

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