Frens Haringhandel was my favorite stop for food on a recent trip to Amsterdam. On my first visit I…read moretried the Herring Sandwich. Soft bread was filled with soft tender fresh herring (which had no fishiness in its flavor), crisp onions and tangy pickles. I understand why this is a popular street food. On my second visit I had the Fried Cod. Meaty and flakey nuggets of Cod were coated in a perfectly crisp breading with a nice saltiness and flavorful spices. The side of tartar sauce was heavenly creamy, sweet and tangy. Frens Haringhandel is a must visit.

This place is ALL OVER social media, but is it worth the hype? Absolutely…read more We stopped here in October 2025, after an already filling late lunch. But we knew we had to try it, and life is short. It is a tiny stand located along a central canal in the heart of the city. Business is hopping here. We got the picked herring and kibbeling, which are the main staples here. The pickled herring was, well, something you either love or don't. It has somewhat of a gelatinous texture that can be off-putting, but when you take a bite with the sides of sweet pickles and onions, it shines. The Kibbeling was out of this world. Perfectly fried with a crunchy batter that had a hint of, hmmm, curry, maybe. It was amazing. Although the batter was thick and tasty, it didn't outdo the delicious cod. The staff here was friendly, and having this Dutch food along a canal in Amsterdam made for a memorable experience. There are plenty of places to sit near the stand - enjoy this tasty food and watch the world go by.

Great seafood! Everything fresh. Just happened upon it and a very nice find. Place was packed so…read morereservations highly recommended. The bar is first come; first served and we lucked out to find a spot. It was a quick lunch and we split fish & chips. In hind sight, should have told my wife we needed our own dish. Observed the cold seafood combo. Looked fantastic.

Quite enjoyed the selection here. Be prepared for a wait but it's worth it for a quick fresh…read moreseafood bite. Had the : sashimi tuna. They provide real wasabi!! Careful, a little bit is enough. Shrimp. Relatively large pieces of peeled, deveined and cooked in the oven. Had to add a little salt. The surprise was the fried fish--pieces were huge and enough to share with another. Lightly battered, it's really enjoyable with the tartar sauce they slather on top.

Just fabulous. And I agree with the other reviews, it's the best Fishmonger aka vishandel in…read moreAmsterdam - Zuid. People drop by and just get the traditional herring (down the throat) or grab something echte takeaway for dinner. The quality of the fish and seafood is outstanding and fresh. The Lekkerbekkie (fish with light batter) is a Amsterdam favorite and I now I know why .. it's delicious. Also try the Viskoek, which is a crab cake and tuna tataki for a quick sushi style lunch or dinner.

From the owner: De IJmuider Vishandel winkel op de Amstelveenseweg 198 in Amsterdam Zuid is een culinaire viswinkel…read moremet een dagelijks vers aangeleverd breed assortiment aan vis uit alle wereldzeeën en binnenwateren. Door continu te vernieuwen en te zoeken naar nieuwe producten blijven we voorlopen met ons aanbod van visproducten.

Loved checking out this farmer's market on a dreary Saturday a couple weekends ago in Amsterdam!…read more Located in the Jordaan neighborhood, this market has a history of being located in this public square since 1623, when it was renamed after the newly built Noorderkerk, a church which still stands today. Its prior name was Prisenmarkt (named after Prinsengracht (Prince canal)). The earliest version of the market sold everything from pottery, textiles, household items, second-hand goods and pigeons. There's a detailed accounting of this market's history on their website. The current iteration of the market consists of 1) a farmer's market with many local and artisanal producers of farm produce, meats and dairy, baked goods, etc. and 2) a "general goods" market which consists of stands selling housewares, art, vintage clothing and accessories, antiques, textiles and household furnishings, and more. The former is held on Saturdays 9-4pm, the latter on Saturdays same time as the farmers market and Mondays 9-2pm. From where I was walking around, it looked like about three dozen vendors with stands of varied sizes gathered here to sell on a Saturday morning. I also arrived around 9:30am, so there were still vendors setting up too. What a bustling atmosphere and certainly lots of locals doing some weekend food shopping--saw plenty of veggies, fruit, bread, placed directly in bicycle crates (on the front or back of this popular transportation method Amsterdam is well-known for) and biked away. So many yummy looking items! It made me wish I had a kitchen there so I could buy and prepare food from this market. For more info: https://www.noordermarkt-amsterdam.nl/en/home-en and https://www.instagram.com/noordermarkt_amsterdam/

The Noordermarkt on Mondays only is when there are vintage sellers and not just clothes..... had a…read moregood selection of vendors and we did well finding kitschy resale items to fill our suitcases. And everything reasonably priced. Bring cash and your carry bags - some take cards but not many. There are clothes - and food stalls as well. Worth visiting if vintage kitsch is your bag

We came here in October 2025 on the recommendation of a local, who also saw it on Somebody Feed…read morePhil. I'm not a fan of the show, but Phil went there with a local chef who loves it, so why not give it a try? The place is conveniently located right off of Albert Cuypstraat, next to the market. The staff welcomed us in and were very helpful. We went with a pickled herring sandwich and kibbeling, which is fried cod chunks. Both are traditional Dutch foods and came highly recommended. The sandwich was delightful - perfectly soft bread enveloping briny pickled fish, pickles, and onions? Yes! The pickled herring is not for everyone, and we had already tried it elsewhere on its own. Having it in a sandwich was a better experience. The Kibbeling was very good - well breaded, but not greasy, and letting the fish flavor through. There isn't really anywhere to sit, but you can stand at some tables outside or snack inside the establishment, as well. We would be regulars here, for sure, if we lived close by. Highly recommend a visit here.

Made a quick stop here to catch up with friends, and I'm so glad we did--this place is a gem for…read morefresh, delicious fish! The street it's located on was full of energy, especially on a sunny day, which added to the great vibe. We went during the day and only had a short wait. Tried the herring sandwich, kibbeling, and a few other local favorites--everything was incredibly tasty. There's no dedicated seating, just two large shared tables, but it worked out fine. I'd definitely love to come back!

Had such a great experience here! Very small, nothing but containers of fish on ice. Cheerful and…read morefriendly, and everything was perfectly fresh. We bought 12 oysters for 12 euros, huge raw shrimp, and crab claws. Loved it and will be back to try everything else.

The woman working behind the Asian food bar was delightful & helpful. Please let her know how much…read moreshe is appreciated! 6pm on July 15, 2023.

I lived in Amsterdam on the Spaarndammerstraat near Jumbo and often did my shopping there…read more On November 19, I came back tired and after I bought (and paid for) 3 products, I forgot my credit card in the store. I returned a few minutes later and turned to the worker. She had the card but I was told I was leaving without paying (?!). I paid again (!). It was only when I returned from the Netherlands that I noticed that I had to pay twice for one purchase. More: it's no answer for my letter from Jumbo (!).

We ate here at our first night in Amsterdam! Beautiful space that's well decorated, is bright, and…read moreairy. Started with they're version of a bloody mary that has a fresh oyster on top. We ordered the cold seafood platter, gumbo, and mussels. THe seafood overall was good but I think the platter was a little light. None of the seafood was particularly 'plump' in my opinion, but a good variety.

We had a wonderful dinner with family (group of 6) here, and Romy, our waitress took good care of…read moreus. Morgan helped with our whiskey and wine selection. The overall service was great. My wife and another of our party had the Fish & Chips, which they loved. I had the fresh catch, Dorado, and while they cook it whole, and bring it to you that way, they were very accommodating and filleted it right at the table for me... and it was delicious. Some of our party had eaten at another of their locations and really liked it, but we had not been here (or any of their locations), and we're so glad we came.

Such a great market !…read more There were food stalls, clothes , accessories-- the usual thinks you see. Fun place to walk around and do "tastings" of local eats. We bought Dutch cheeses ( cheaper than the specialty stores either same brands) , scarves, freshly made stroopwafels, herring fish sandwiches ( not our thing), and all kinds of things. Very nice to spend a couple hours.

The quintessential Amsterdam market experience! There is nothing better than strolling through…read moreAlbert Cuyp Markt on a sunny day. It spans several city blocks and truly has something for everyone. Whether you are looking for fresh groceries (produce, fish, cheese), unique clothing, jewelry, or home goods, you'll find it here. It's also a great spot to pick up souvenirs that feel a bit more authentic than the shops in the city center. You absolutely have to stop at Rudi's Original Stroopwafels. For just 3€, you get one of the best, freshest stroopwafels in the city. Watching them make it right in front of you is half the fun!

This place is great…read more It's the local fish shop to where I live and I wouldn't go anywhere else. A nice range of fresh and prepared (smoked or fried) fish. They also sometimes have fish gumbo and prepared take home meals which are fresh and tasty. The bear herrings I have had here in Amsterdam. Ellen, who is one of the staff, prepares them fresh as ordered and is meticulous in her preparation. Ellen is also very knowledgeable about all things fish and can definitely recommend what would be best for whatever you need something for, be it dinner, BBQing, afternoon snack etc. she also speaks great English! Will be back here many times I'm sure this is just the start of my regular visits here

Fair fish store Vis van Henry is a delight to visit. You'll find great fish cookies, super fresh…read moresalmon and the purest mackerel salad I have ever eaten. Feed your appetite and your brain with this salad. Read this post to understand why mackerel (and salmon) is brain food pur sang. http://www.amsterdambitestodiefor.com/savoury/brainfish/