tasty food! partner and i had the creative menu at around 65 euros pp. it was a bit pricy, but the…read morefood was very good--and there was a lot of it, with both of us leaving very full afterwards. it's a bit expensive, but to my understanding it's an expensive area and you do get to try a large variety of options. if you're looking to splurge, it's a good option. the truffle wagyu roll was especially nice, and the plum wine on their menu is quite tasty! service was great! the night we were there, staff and visitors were speaking both canto + mando, so if authenticity was a concern, you can probably rest easy. no issues at all communicating in english, and from the looks of it none of the tables around us speaking dutch had any either. would definitely come back some time to try out more of the menu (:

There used to be an ambiguous Chinese restaurant situated at this location. Well, it wasn't really…read morethat dotchy. But this is Zuid and in Zuid people have money to spend and they don't want to spend it on stuffy Dutch Chinese fair. Babi pangang and Foe yong hai might have sufficed for grandpa & grandma and mom & dad, but the new generation wants modern and hip. They want small little nibbits and lots, cause sharing is caring. They want flavors that remind them of the flavors they experienced during their far east holidays. In Zuid, Asian fusion is the way to go. Thus about 2 weeks ago, a new Asian fusion restaurant opened it's doors in de Maasstraat. Not that there's any shortage of Asian inspired restaurants in the Rivierenbuurt, with Kaiko, Sapporo, Korean Garden, Hakata Senpachi and Orbit to name a few, only a stones throw away. I pass the restaurant regularly on my way to the appie for my grocery rants. The enticive menu lured me in this evening. By the way, their menu is a little more extensive then the one posted online. Let's see, the spider roll with soft shell crab, avocado, Japanese mayo and tobiko. Fried spicy dynamite roll with tuna and kimchi? Oyster cutlet roll with crispy oyster, red onion, almonds and tonkatsy mayo...hmmmm, interesting. Yaikes, €9 for 4 pieces?! Right..... let's just leave the creative sushi rolls for now and move on to the meals, shall we. Scallops with garlic topping, soft shell crab with garlic and red pepper, Malaysian curry sirloin with vegetables, steamed turbot with spring onions, ginger and doused with hot soy oil. Yahaa! The meals are on the small side here, so I was advised to go for 3 dishes per person. After viewing the prices, I only went for two dishes though. This prompted the question, only 2? You're not that hungry then?! Which lead me to respond with a hesitant yes. What I meant to say however was: Actually, I am very hungry but this is all I can afford right now. For a shared dinning concept, meals aren't economical to say the least (average pricesof ~ €8-13 per dish). I ended up going for the beef skewers with Malaysian peanut sauce and the Tuna Tataki with ponzu dip. Although beef skewers reminded me more of the Indonesian style sate rather than Malaysian with the sweet ketjap, they tasted okay. The seared tuna was also fine. I was expecting a fresh citrusy sauce as depicted in the picture on their site and was kind of disappointed when I couldn't detect any citrus flavors in the ponzu dip. What is that saying like? Never expect anything from anyone, because expectation always hurts. On the other hand, I was happy to discover only 2 dishes were sufficient to satisfy my hunger. So when on a budget my advise would be, go for protein! No, rephrase, ALWAYS go for protein, even when not broke. Even though the dishes didn't quite live up to my expectations, I think I will pay Michiu another visit. The food was good enough for me to still want to try other dishes on the menu, like turbot and the quail with goose liver. Yes, this place fits right in the neighbourhood with a high demand for contemporary fusion cuisine. Asian red is definitely the theme here. There is few seating outside as well. Prices are rather steep, but no more so then at Sapporo and Kaiko. Remember, this is Zuid and in Zuid people have money to spend. This newbie might do quite well....

Happyhappyjoyjoy is a pretty unique place. It combines hazy memories of old Ren and Stimpy cartoons…read morewith tasty, trendy Asian tapas. Not typical Amsterdam cuisine but that doesn't keep it from being tasty. The long and short of it: 1. Food: Happyhappyjoyjoy offers a pretty wide variety of Asian food ranging from Dim Sum to Pho and everything in between. They also have plenty of vegetarian selections, so we opted for the Dim Sum route with lots of smaller plates. The Chi Pao Buns really stood out along with the Who Tip Xia, but it was all good. I'd say an entree each and a split small plate would be good for 2 if you're mildly hungry. 2. Drinks: Happyhappyjoyjoy offers a full bar with some beers that may be brewed in house? Unsure of that but theres a pretty good selection. They also offer Asian sodas, cocktails, wine and sake, so you have your pick on how you're going to booze up. 3. Atmosphere: Loud and dim with the faint glow of neon lights. I personally found it fun, but if you're looking for a quiet meal to have a soft conversation over... this probably isn't the place. 4. Price: Happyhappyjoyjoy runs a bit on the expensive side, 8ish Euro for a small plate and 11ish for an entree. Tack on a few 5 Euro beers or 10 Euro cocktail and the bill really starts to add up. Worth it for the food you get but not an every day affair. 5. Service: The service really stood out here. The place was absolutely packed but that didn't seem to matter to our server who always seemed to appear right when we needed him, which was often given our small plates approach. We resisted eating too much Asian fair while in Amsterdam, but I'm glad we stopped in here. I'd like to explore more of the cuisine that Amsterdam has to offer, but I'd be far from disappointed if we ended up back here on our next trip. Overall Grade: B+

A-Fusion is A+++ I…read morehad dinner with a colleague at A-Fusion. We decided to play a bit of roulette for dinner and asked the staff to help make selections for us based on what they felt was a "must-have." Needless to say - she knew her stuff. The food was blend of creative beauty and amazing taste sized for folks to try a few different things. I don't remember that menu names for everything, but I do know that I'd have no shame on my next visit by pulling up this review to show my pics and ask for the same stuff again. We literally enjoyed every single thing we had. The place is impressive. As you walk up, you'll stumble upon their repetitive Michelin cards displayed at the front window. Based on the taste and experience, they were well earned. Surprisingly, the tab at the end of the meal was not expensive -- I thought the value was worth it. The place has a trendy feel to it. If you decide to check it out, your best bet is to make a reservation. It seemed to fill up with people before we finished. I'm in Amsterdam regularly for work - this place earned a spot in my "must stop by" list each time I visit Amsterdam.

Overall: 3 stars…read more Michelin guide Asian restaurant in the Asian district of Amsterdam. I do find it exciting that they are trying innovative flavors, but I also think its important to not overshadow some of the foundations in the process. (Tuna Nigiri: C) - Smells extremely delightful, but unfortunately dullfully lacking saline that could only be partially resolved by soy sauce. (Salmon Nigiri: C) - Fascinating concept with a South Asian influenced flavor profile that seemingly works. I'm not sure what the foam is supposed to be for since its completely disjoint from the salmon, but this dish wouldve worked if it was balanced with saline. (XO Siu Mai: B) - Surprisingly well flavored with a tender meat mixture, topped with some subtle xo to enhance with a noticeable but not overpowering spiciness. (Steamed Scallop: A) - This is the least fusion dish but also unironically the best from what I've sampled. A very classic profile with tender scallops, and an abundance of vermicelli and garlic that is perfectly seasoned with soy and sesame. Food: E Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

So happy to see Nooch move from the Utrechtstraat to the Kinkerstraat--it's a fantastic addition to…read morethe neighborhood. The Asian Fusion here is consistently fresh, tasty, and great value. The food highlights for me are definitely the vegan duck pancakes (total highlight!) and the Pad Thai. I also tried the red curry salad, which was a really interesting and fresh combination of flavors. If you're into cocktails, the strawberry and elderberry G&T is awesome. They have plenty of vegan options, which is a huge plus, and the service is always warm and super quick. My only minor gripe is that the interior is a bit on the dark side, but it's still a nice vibe for a date or a group dinner. Really glad to have them nearby now. I'll definitely be back!

Loved it! Walking thru Amsterdam, we hit "hungry". I found Nooch and it turned out to be an…read moreaccidental gold mine. It pleased everyone! We had Chicken Noodle, Mango Shrimp Crab, spring rolls, red curry, and pad Thai. The restaurant caters to many eaters, vegan, vegetarian, and meat eaters. They have beer, wine, mixed drinks. It is a nice restaurant with friendly staff, and a calm atmosphere. We were lucky and were able to just pop in. But making a reservation is an option to make sure you get in.

On our trip to Amsterdam we walked by Izakaya and I was intrigued by such a lively place serving…read moresushi. I walked in to talk to the hostess but no reservations, booked solid for the next 2 nights. I managed to snag a lunch reservation for the next day. First off, the sushi is fresh and expertly prepared. While they offer an omakase option, we elected to order a la carte off the menu. Many of the appetizer dishes including the gyoza, shumai, etc. were excellent. I ordered the chu toro, unagi with foie gras, and salmon belly, which were all superb and beautiful presentation. We had a delightful lunch at Izakaya and would love to return!

The rude hostess was only to be outdone by the rude bartender. Not tourist friendly as apparently…read moreyou can only sit at the bar if you're not a local. We walked out and glad we did.

We really enjoyed our meal at Tasty Asia tonight. The jasmine tea was excellent as was the spicy…read moretofu My friend had the Kung Pau beef and said it was super flavorful. Small & cozy inside with excellent service and decent prices. A great find!

We were in a hurry, got a reservation last minute, and ate within an hour. The food was Pan Asian -…read morenot a large menu with limited drink options. We loved how the dishes weren't overly sugary.

Dynasty is a nice pan-Asian restaurant in the center of Amsterdam. The food is good and the service…read moreis very friendly. A nice break from the local cuisine. Sit in the back terrace. The surrounding gardens are beautiful.

Wonderful experience. Although arguably some of the best Chinese food ever, you have to have a…read morepalette that appreciates more than chicken & beef. The service was perfection and they even provided reading glasses (since I forgot mine). Dishes were served plate to plate before being left on the table. After asking many questions and trying to figure out which appetizers would be the best to order, the manager offered to bring a selection of appetizers and a selection of entrees for our table of five. Everything was excellent! Recommended apps: Bones of Dragon (spare ribs), Tails of the Lobster (similar to a lobster spring roll), Golden Triangle (lamb), and oysters. Recommended entrees: Secret of the Ox, Bangkok Prawns, Crispy Fish, Fragrant Crispy Duck, & Spicy Onion Lamb. Also try the Mee Krob (crispy noodles), Pineapple Rice & veggies as sides!

Very disappointed. It's a club that serves mediocre food. If that's what you're looking for, then…read moreby all means you should go. We went based off the website boasting high end small dishes. We were anticipating thoughtfully prepared Asian fusion cuisine in an elegant setting. We ordered the tasting menu. None of the dishes were inspired. The menu started with an oyster in the half shell with a nice Asian version of a mignonette. The mignonette was excellent but the oyster itself was a little fishy. The sashimi that followed was good but identical to sashimi anyone can get in any decent sushi restaurant. The black cod followed. Like the sashimi, it was good but nothing special. The last main was seared wagyu. It was nicely cooked but the sauce was a completely uninspired sweet sauce that actually detracted from the taste of the meat. The tulip pot dessert was hands down the high point. It was the one part of the menu that felt in any way inspired. The service was friendly but very slow and very disjointed. The music was too loud to allow a meaningful conversation. The dining room is thoughtfully designed and actually quite cool. So, if you're looking for a club that serves mediocre uninspired Asian fusion cuisine, by all means go for it. If you're looking for a nice restaurant with thoughtful Asian fusion dishes, you might want to look elsewhere.

I decided to try Momo since I was staying at the affiliated hotel. Momo has a thoughtfully curated…read moremenu of shareable small plates and sushi selections. My friend, her young son, and I ordered 3 small plates and one of the sushi options. The flavors were balanced and the quality of the ingredients shined on each dish. However, the portion sizes were much smaller than expected considering the price for each item. Even my friend's son said, "I'm still hungry," after we finished what we had ordered. Overall, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was classy. I feel it is a great option for drinks and appetizers.

The food was delicious and swiftly served.The Sushi was really good. We had a great time, for sure…read moreit's worth to come again . I certainly do recommend that restaurant

From the owner: Aziatisch pareltje vlakbij het Olympisch Stadion. Onze specialiteit? Je overladen met kleine hapjes…read moretot het duizelt van alle wervelende smaken uit verschillende keukens. Van China naar Japan en van Thailand naar Mongolië, een heerlijke reis!

Deliciously simple and quality noodles. I highly recommend this place. Service is good as is most…read moreof the Netherlands. Can't complain about the ambiance either, since we had take away. A nice place though.

Charge at least 14.5 euro for a small bowl of noodles and 4 euro for a small soda are ways to much…read morefor such a small noodle business, not to mention the taste is below average.