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    Het Karbeel

    3.9 (50 reviews)
    Closed • 9:00 am - 11:00 pm

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

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    Deluxe Pancake and truffle fondue
    Lori W.

    Ambiance: Love this Vintage Amsterdam vibe. Deco for the Holidays, I love it! Service: Friendly greeting upon arrival. Stepped in from the random Hail storm. Food: Variety of selections for Breakfast and Lunch. Extensive Wine selection. Will have to return for a taste. We ordered: Cappuccinos Truffle Fondue-5/5 Deluxe Pancake-5/5 I recommend stopping in Het Karbeel when visiting Amsterdam. Restaurant is clean and has something on the menu for everyone.

    Mushroom truffle Gouda fondue
    Melissa B.

    They had me at fondue! Large portions, quick service right in the middle of it all. Great little spot to jump in when the weather is being less than cooperative.

    Gary H.

    My visiting friends rave about the place and took me here. They ate here twice while they were in town for dinner I think it's good if you're not sure where to go and you want something safe and easy, but it's quite mediocre and salty. Also a strange smell when you walk in from the burners they use for the fondue. I would have felt better about the visit if they greeted us less pretentiously when walking in. We had reservations and my friends event called to tell them we are 10 minutes behind, but when we arrived to a mostly empty restaurant, they didn't have the reservation and acted like we were at the Beverly Hills Hotel. They eventually seated us upstairs. After waiting about 10 minutes for a waiter they finally arrived to take the order. It's one of those vibes when you know that you should order the drinks and main meal all at once. My chicken sate was okay. The cheese fondue was nothing to be excited about. The wine was okay. The location is great but there are also many other great places right down the street. Plus side is we got a table and I didn't smell like fondue all night. My friends loved their steak and soup. The front door was propped open which I loved, since the fresh air was nice.

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    Joe R.

    Upon arrival we did not have a reservation but fortunately the host was able to accommodate us and we were able to get a table. The entire experience far exceeded our expectations from every aspect, food, service, and atmosphere! Noted for its selection of fondue we opted for the Swiss and bread as a simple appetizer and split it between us. It was the perfect way to do it. For our entree's I ordered the skewers of chicken in peanut sauce and Ron ordered the chicken in mushroom sauce. Both were delicious and well presented with a side of fries. Service was excellent, attentive in every aspect and the entire staff we encountered were so delightful! When you are in Amsterdam I strongly recommend this restaurant. They have been in business for more than 40 years and you should expect to be delighted too!

    Son's birthday dinner
    Christopher T.

    The service was great! The Swiss fondue was as well, and they give you a lot fondue! I had asked them if they have anything for my son's birthday, and they came out with this. It's no wonder they are still in business after 40 some years.

    Dutch pancake with apples, bacon and cinnamon
    Olive R.

    I needed a good hearty breakfast that wasn't super duper busy. I found this off the beaten track. I got seated as soon as I walked in. Service was quick. Ordered an orange and a Dutch pancake with bacon, apple and cinnamon. The cool thing about this dish was that the bacon was cooked with/inside the pancake. Not separate. Very unique. Loved it. Not as touristy as other places, which made this place even more relaxing and not as stressful. I didn't feel like the employees wanted me to pay and leave (it happens)

    Ham and cheese croissant

    Wonderful restaurant! Would highly recommend this spot. We ate breakfast and dinner here while on vacation in Amsterdam. We had the short ribs, cheese fondue, and baked veggies. For breakfast had the ham and cheese croissant. The service was great and the staff was very friendly.

    Chocomel with whip cream aka hot cocoa
    Tonyia F.

    Expectations fizzled when my dutch pancake arrived. Slightly burnt, lukewarm along with my scrambled eggs. Establishement is short staffed. The older waiter was grumpy, not polite. The younger waiter attentive and considerate of my wants. Business itself is nice, traditional setting.

    Dutch pancake with ham and cheese.
    Trista B.

    The Dutch pancake with ham and cheese is delicious. Their signature fondue is fantastic. Cute and cozy inside. This restaurant is great anytime of day- breakfast, lunch or dinner.

    Leanne R.

    Oh. My. Goodness. This meal was absolutely decadent and delicious!!! We got three different fondues to split between four of us. The Karbeel (blend of three cheeses with a tapenade on top), one with parmesan and sun-dried tomatoes, and one with gruyere and mustard. All were served over heating elements. The karbeel was definitely the favorite, followed by the parmesan one. The mustard one was too overpowering but still yummy. They're served with unlimited baskets of bread cubes. We paid extra for some veggies. The menu said roasted veggies but they were raw, and there was also fruit? Misleading, but I actually enjoyed dipping apples in the cheese. I wish there were more options like meat or other veggies for dipping. We had delicious house Chardonnay and were stuffed to the brim. Would love to come back and try the French onion soup. Bonus: adorable bar cat named Simba!

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    9 years ago

    Great food and great ambiance makes for a great evening out! A must if you're in Amsterdam!

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    9 years ago

    Great fondue, amazing hosts and outstanding atmosphere from the historic building. A must try if you are in the city.

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    Review Highlights - Het Karbeel

    “my friend and I both had the amsterdam omelette and it was phenomenal.”

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    Boca's - Beef burger with shavings of foie gras & truffle mayo, 2 thumbs up!

    Boca's

    4.3(94 reviews)
    2.4 km•De Pijp, Zuid
    •€€

    Everything about this place was great!…read more I'll start with the service. We walked in around 4:10 and they didn't start food service for another 20 minutes. The waiter was super cool and told us to have a seat anywhere we liked and brought us a drink menu. He knew we wanted to eat so at exactly 4:30 he came and took our orders. Through out the meal he was on top of everything and even offered many suggestions! The food was spectacular as well. I had the trio of fries and my friends had other small plates that were all so good! And the sauces that come with the fries, mamma mia! We also shared the Boca's Platter and it was absolutely to die for. Do not pass this up. I repeat, do not pass this up! Between 4 people, the medium was plenty of food. The space itself was also nice. They had outdoor seating for nicer days. We went right when food service began on a Monday afternoon so can't speak to how busy it gets during peak hours. Go for the great service, go for the Boca Platter, whatever you do, just go!

    Our first stop in Amsterdam for a late lunch. We ordered mushroom bruschetta, 1 medium boca…read moreplatter(meat,cheese,fish), three kinds of fries and of course STEAK TARTARE. The bruschetta was delicious and if you love blue cheese, get it...it's extremely rich and creamy. The three kinds of fries were solid; curly, sweet potato, and regular with some chili ketchups. The boca platter was HUGE and we got the medium for 4 people. Came with steak, fried shrimp, mackerel potato salad, crostini, and an assortment of cheeses and some pepperoni. Last but not least...my favorite...the tartare. The quail egg was delicately placed atop the center of the meat and placed alongside the four little crostini on the plate. It was juicy and had so much flavor, a little spicy but not an overwhelming amount of chili spice. This meal reminded me of tapas in Madrid; definitely stop by bocas and get everything!

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    Boca's - Foto via personeel, staat ook op de website

    Foto via personeel, staat ook op de website

    Boca's - Scallop carpaccio & Serrano ham

    Scallop carpaccio & Serrano ham

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    Coffee & Coconuts - Scrambled Eggs Avo (~€15)

    Coffee & Coconuts

    4.0(230 reviews)
    2.7 km•De Pijp, Zuid
    •€€

    Coffee & Coconuts, seriously another amazing cafe that I visited during my trip in Amsterdam!…read more This cafe is hidden on the outside, but once you step inside, it is massively huge with three stories of dining tables. After waiting to be seated, our hostess guided us upstairs to the third floor, where they have several more dining tables and cozy couches that you can sit on while you enjoy your coffee. My parents, having visited this cafe before during their last trip to Amsterdam, raved about this place and suggested that I try their famous coconut coffee. All three of us ordered their coconut coffee, with my dad adding an espresso shot to his own so that he could stay awake for the rest of the night. Once I reached that first sip, OMG. SO DELICIOUS. How can I make my own coconut coffee back at home?! I loved it so much that I really want to make a copycat of it. The straws are also bendable, which really makes it handy if you need to lower your straw a bit. If I could, I would get on a plane to Amsterdam just to come back for their coconut coffee. That's how delicious it is! Local or tourist, I strongly suggest Coffee & Coconuts. You will not regret coming here at all!

    Fantastic ambiance. Friendly service. Excellent food and drink options…read more Casual, trendy, comfy spot for just coffee or a full meal. - Coconut Coffee: A delicious iced drink, rich in coconut and strong coffee flavors. - Royal Apple Juice: Very refreshing blend of apple, carrot, ginger & lime juice. - Kimchi Toast: Good, filling. Not too spicy at all. - Smoked Mackerel Sandwich: A whole, huge mackerel fish is served atop this toast. Yum! Bathrooms are located on European first floor (for Americans, that's not the ground floor. It's equivalent to the 2nd floor).

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    Coffee & Coconuts - Second floor

    Second floor

    Coffee & Coconuts - Fruit Bowl

    Fruit Bowl

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    Het Karbeel - fondue - Updated October 2026

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