The Pantry serves authentic Dutch food in a cozy environment. Definitely get one of their…read moreprix-fixe menus. It includes an appetizer, entree, and dessert. If you are sharing a meal with someone, get items from a different prix-fixe menu and you can both try a variety of items. We enjoyed: * Charcuterie plate: sausages taste minimally processed and delicious * Beef and onion stew: taste slightly different than ones in America * Cauliflower and cheese oven bake: vegetarian's comfort food * Hutspot (mashed potatoes and carrots) and meatballs: non-vegetarian's comfort food * Pea soup with smoked ham For desserts, we had chocolate mousse and vlaflip (vanilla custard) and they were just okay. I'm not sure if desserts are the Dutch's strengths, except maybe the Dutch apple pie. They even bottle their own house beer. The restaurant is small. Try to make a reservation if you can. We didn't have a reservation, but went to the restaurant at around 5PM and were seated in about 15 minutes. At times, the line could get very long, but the staff is still welcoming and ensures that everyone gets served...eventually.

Highly recommended! This is truly Amsterdam experience--a cozy restaurant that feels very Dutch. In…read morea city with a lot of great restaurants, it is a stand out. You must be punctual. The reservations are in time blocks--so everyone enters together at the reservation time. It is orderly, not a mad rush, but they are serious about the reservation timing. We ordered Menu 3 (pictured) which was excellent for comfort food: --Trio of Dutch sausages, bread, Amsterdam pickles, and mustard --Hachee served with red cabbage and mashed potatoes --Chocolate duo with advocaat (chocolate mousse and ice cream) To get the reservation, we had to wait at our computer on the day the reservations open, then book immediately. It was hard reservation to get, but very much worth it.

We were looking for an amazing meal n stumbled upon this place -- we absolutely loved it! The…read morerestaurant requires a reservation. We started with some bites; the brioche was great, especially the truffle one. The KOP fried chicken was okay, but the prawn taco was a winner. From the main menu, the salmon and beef tataki were out of this world, while the seabass and brisket were very good. Def a must-try spot

Pleasant restaurant we checked out, relaxing atmosphere, good service and a varied menu.read more

While in Amsterdam, we couldn't figure out where to eat so we just googled the closest one to our…read morehotel. So we gave this place a try. Service was really good, specially for EU as the servers don't work on tips. I got the Chefs menu and partner got their Thin Sliced Smoke Ribeye and the soup of the day which was a Potato Leek soup. The Ribeye was good but definitely not smoked but that soup was really good and hit the spot in a very cold day. For my dishes, I got a salad with Salmon tartar, it was good not great. The quail was very nicely done and very good. The dessert was interesting my partner definitely liked it more than I did. Overall, I recommend this place as it's pretty solid place to try while in Amsterdam.

This is my first visit to Amsterdam and so far my meal at Grand Café has been a highlight of my…read morevisit. I was with a group of 6. It was early so only 4 ordered dinner but we were all very pleased with meals that ranged from pasta, to lamb and salmon.

My family and I visited Amsterdam, and this restaurant did not disappoint. Very elegant fine dining…read moreexperience. It is in the lobby hotel, and when you walk into the hotel it's directly to your left. The service was amazing, everyone was very friendly. We had Rose as our server, she was very personable and gave great recommendations about the menu. My family and I got the fish special, the flat iron steak, the mussels, and the crème brûlée. Would highly recommend all of these dishes, they were delicious! Would recommend this place if you are visiting Amsterdam. Great restaurant for family dinners or a date night!

Came here just for breakfast. The interior is spacious and elegant. The breakfast menu is a bit…read morelimited in my opinion, but still good. I got the Croque Madame which was yummy. Service was fine. I have no complaints about this place, but it was nothing mind-blowing.

Beautiful decor and big open restaurant. Tasty dishes, but smaller portions so don't expect large…read moreplates. Very friendly staff and comfortable seating for a date night for example. Easy to talk and hear each other. The energy is good. The brussels sprout dish was my favorite. I've also been for brunch, which was really cozy, even with children. Lovely couch seating all around for a casual but nice brunch setting.

Four consecutive breakfasts and the bar was always kept high. Amazing food and hot beverage,…read moreamazing ambiance, amazing staff. Fantastic 5/5. You will not believe it is complimentary as a Hotel V guest. A big factor in deciding to book with Hotel V was their breakfast service. It is à la carte style. As you enter, you are warmly received and brought to a candlelit table. You choose your hot drink, juice, main, and choice of sweets. Thankfully I was able to explore the breakfast menu and bring recommendations: Hot drink: cannot go wrong with any choice. Craftful latte, excellent full-body espresso, milk foamed to perfection. Juice: order the freshly pressed orange juice. Main: totally blown away by the eggs Florentine and eggs Benedict. Hollandaise sauce is the best I've tasted. Also recommend the bacon, scrambled eggs, and toast. Eggs are fluffy and a little runny - just like how Chef Ramsay makes them! I'm from Canada and their bacon is unlike anything I've ever had. Salty, a little tougher, satisfying. Lastly, order the English breakfast and you'll feel fueled for a long day of tourist duties. Sweets: do yourself favor and trust me when I say, order the french toast. Unreal. After you try the french toast, order the pancakes. Blueberry or banana and bacon. Trust me on this one!

Lovely dinner experience outside of the tourist circuit! Reservations can be made online but you…read moreneed to put down a deposit. It's prix fixe so you can choose between 3, 4 or 5 courses. I enjoyed all of the dishes we were served. Fresh and nicely seasoned. Not overly salty or heavy. Portions were just right and I left feeling stuffed even with the 3 course option. Dinner was at a relaxed and unrushed pace. We spent 2 hours here and were the first ones to leave. Clearly people enjoy eating and spending time here!

Fine dining in a casual intimate setting with open kitchen and wonderful service…read more Service: The service was great - really attentive and helpful. Even though the menu is a surprise, they accommodate food allergies. Our server explained the process of dinner as well as each dish very well. As someone who loves to cook, I liked hearing about how some of the dishes were prepared. Atmosphere: The atmosphere was intimate and rustic with brick walls, candlelight, and wood. The open kitchen was a delight to watch - they were hustling, but calm and quiet. We ate early on a weeknight which was also nice. It's fine Dutch dining but in a casual atmosphere. Food: The food was very tasty with options for a 3, 4, or 5 course dinner. We opted for 5 course and there were also upgrades like wine pairings and a cheese plate dessert instead of the preset dessert. The menu had a range of meat and veggies, but they also offered a full vegetarian menu too. The two plates that stood out was the venison dish which was cooked perfectly, as well as the unique dessert - the cherries and Thai basil oil with vanilla ice cream paired really well with my ruby port. We were a party of 4 vacationing from the USA. Bathrooms were clean, service was delightful, and it was well worth getting out of city center for a nice dinner!

Came by for dinner the other night and it was a world class experience. De Kas is a Michelin 1 star…read morerestaurant featuring farm to table, focusing mainly on vegetables that they grow themselves. The dining room is a converted greenhouse. Made a reservations months in advance and my table was ready upon arrival. There is a tram stop in front of the restaurant. Coat check was offered upon arrival and the dining room is stunning with a view of the open kitchen. Staff were very attentive and cordial. The amouse bouches before the main courses were fantastic, ranging from the tapioca chip with celery dip which was A+, the couple of vegetarian wraps, the hot seared scallop add-on, the broth, along with the sourdough bread with mushroom infused whipped butter. Each of the courses were meticulously presented and the flavors were all top notch. Loved the light meats, including the perfectly cooked fish course. Despite having so many vegetables, I was actually pretty full that I could only do 1 instead of the 2 desserts! The meal ended off with a sorbet which was fantastic! I also loved how they offered an apple on the way out!

Wow, an amazing place. I took my partner here for a birthday lunch, and wow -- what an experience!…read moreDe Kas is set in a stunning old greenhouse with glass walls and ceilings, so the space feels open, light, and beautifully connected to nature -- almost like dining in a garden under the sky . We ended up spending three hours there -- not because it dragged, but because everything about the place invites lingering: the atmosphere, the light, the relaxed pace, the food, and just being together. The tables are well spaced (so you don't feel crowded), and the whole setting feels like a breath of fresh air compared to typical city restaurants. The menu changes with the seasons and focuses on produce grown right on-site or nearby, which keeps things fresh and interesting -- truly a "farm-to-table" experience. Perfect for a special occasion or when you want a beautiful, relaxed lunch with someone you care about.

A lovely little place in the heart of the city. Small staff and a very warm, "homey" feel with a…read morefriendly staff. Drinks seemed a bit watered down (but giant!) but the food was very well prepared and felt home cooked.

Our friends that live in the area, love this place and introduced us to it!…read more Adorable, small, friendly staff! Many different and distinct options on the menu! I went with the arabic lamb, hubby did the argentinain chicken, friends had the asian fish dish! Such delicious food! The lamb was deliciously tender, the couscous was a great match, the dates were roasted to perfection and the yogurt sauce brought the dish together! Definitely a small and cozy location, outdoor seating if the weather cooperates! Stop by, enjoy a decadent meal.

Looking for an awesome terrace with a great view? Then you will love Vrijburcht Cafe! I completely…read morelove this friendly Dutch Cafe! We had the pleasure of having lunch here after a wonderful cycling trip outside of the city. It's the perfect place to go when the weather is outstanding in the Netherlands. They have a lovely terrace that gives you a great view of New Amsterdam and the sea. Style is typical Dutch Decor with wooden tables, brown chairs, retro lights and concrete floor. It's a great place to stop by when you are cycling through Ijsburg.

We accidentally went here way too early (1 hour before opening) - but the owner saw us freezing…read moreoutside and opened an hour early just for us. Super nice!! Thanks again :) Lunch was lovely! Ravioli and Quiche were delicious. Also the location is stunning.