Always the best meats, turkey during the holidays is wonderful ! Staff is always helpful and…read morefriendly.

Had the couscous, pumpkins and mushrooms (sold separately, duh). Great stuff: light and flavorful…read more It's a bit expensive, but it's worth it. I didn't try the meat since I'm a vegetarian but they seem to have a lot of options. The staff is really friendly as well and there to help

A little kiosk serving inexpensive fries, hamburgers and hotdogs next to a church where Rembrandt…read moreis buried. Fries are decent and piping hot. If you don't burn your tongues, you'll be ready to continue exploring - Ann Frank's museum is only a few blocks away.

In search of the famous Dutch fries with mayo we stumbled upon this little kiosk after our walking…read moretour of the city ended nearby. The fries were crispy & not greasy, made fresh to order. Interesting that it is served with mayo and not ketchup (but it is offered on the menu). Ketchup must be considered more of an American condiment here in Amsterdam. Fresh, hot and perfectly salted served in a paper cone with the equivalent of 2 tablespoons of mayo...not nearly enough, but that is if you like the taste of mayo on your fries and we did. We sat on the bench nearby and enjoyed our fries in the warm sun.

I found this place walking from the Hermitage Amsterdam museum to the Rijks Museum and was…read moreecstatic. I was starving, needed to get out of the rain and desperate to not have just more pub food or unhealthy, unoriginal, generic food. Lavinia is a charming cafe, the food is fresh, healthy, and perfect for people with special food preferences. I am not a vegetarian but after a week on holiday, I needed something not meat and potato-based and I have the most lovely teriyaki vegetarian bowl with a bowl of coconut curry soup. A lovely cappuccino to warm me up and I couldn't have been happier. When I went to check out I noticed the amazing cakes and breads at the glass cafe display and asked if by chance anything is gluten-free, as I'm gluten-intolerant and I had noticed gluten-free bread on the menu as an option. BINGO, not only did they have gluten-free options, but I had the most amazing orange, ginger cake of my life! I messed up on paying with my card, as I had no cash on me and had just flown in from Switzerland, so no Euros on me, and I forgot to include a tip. I told the girl to ring me up again and she kindly told me it didn't matter and waved me on. I felt horrible as the service had been great. This review is the best I can do to repay her, as I tried to get back later with cash after visiting an ATM, but they had closed at 4pm. Alas, hopefully some kind soul will pay this girl the 3 Euros I should have. If you are a vegan or vegetarian, go here. If you're not and just want a good meal that isn't meat and potatoes, go here. The coffee and cakes are great too, if you just want a cute, kitschy place to stop and rest your wary feet. I loved this place and was so happy to have found it!

The eggplant dishes were to die for!! The vegan options were very satisfying and kept us full for…read moremost of the day.

Cannot believe the variety they have at this place. Amazingly fresh and incredibly tasty. You would…read morewant to take a couple of minutes to decide before you order. The staff is extremely patient and answered all the questions regarding ingredients. Not to be missed.

How does this place have so few reviews?! Le Sud has incredibly fresh and flavorful Middle Eastern…read moremezze to go, and each is unique and mind blowing. From the smoked eggplant and tomatoes to the hummus with roasted onions and honey, we plowed through a variety of containers in minutes. In fact, we made a special point of coming here on this trip because we had such fond memories of it from our trip five years ago. The food was as wonderful as we remembered it to be, and the owner, Amat, was incredibly kind and generous. Yum, yum, yum!!

Great variety of soups! Both of the soups we got were super tasty (lentil soup and Brazilian (?)…read morebean soup). We also got two quiches (goat cheese and mushroom?) which were really soft and flaky. Not a lot of seating, we ended up walking a little down the road to sit on a bench on the bridge and eat. Good selection for a variety of dietary needs as well!

Came here for lunch. Seems they always have a smallish line. They offer salad and soups but soups…read moreare their main speciality. By 2 pm they had 4 different kinds of soups left. I opted for lentil soup. It was tasty but tasted like i expected nothing special. Really really overpriced though with 8 for a medium. Nothing else comes with the soup. They charge for bread.

Do you know how much I love Venkel? So much that I picked up a salad there once or twice/week…read moreduring the first 8 weeks that I lived in Amsterdam. Service: The staff are super friendly and helpful. The salads are made to order and ready within minutes. Food: I've eaten many salads and soups and every single one was sooo tasty and healthy. The ingredients are fresh and the salads feature unique combinations. The portion sizes are ideal. Ambiance: They did an amazing job designing the inside. It's welcoming, warm and cozy with nice touches and comfortable seating. Price: The prices are affordable and worth every penny. Stop what you're doing and grab a healthy meal at Venkel!

This is a great new place and I am so happy it opened quite nearby! :) Today I went here for the…read morefirst time, finally! I had the 'Linzen liefde' salad, which means Lentil love. It is a salad with of course lentils, but also goats cheese and nuts and it tastes delicious! I thought all the salads on the menu looked really good so I really want to come back soon. You can also create your own salad and choose all the ingredients. I also a had juice; apple/pear/mint. Delicious! Well it should be because its pretty damn expensive. 5 euros, and not even a big glass.. But well, it was good. There is also free water which is nice. The interior was beautiful and cozy. It really felt good and I felt very relaxed. I really like Venkel! I thought SLA was the best but now I like Venkel even more. The salads just taste amazing. LOVE LOVE LOVE. Just try it soon!

I was twice in this place, nice grocery store…read more I eat, the tradition here, sandwich with an organic Coke. Good but I found this place quite expensive anyway. pastries are good, no more for me. the quiche lorraine a little too salty.

Tables available on the Second floor - very very cozy! You can surely work with laptop for a long…read moretime. Sandwiches and little meals to warm up available. Organic and Healthy!! Place is so inspiring, you get hungry just stepping inside.

Wow, this was a nice surprise. My friends live near Waterlooplein Metro station, and De Hapjeshoek…read moreis one of their go-to takeout places. If you didn't know it was there, you would definitely miss it. Plus, you would never think a joint in a subway station complex is any good, but this is a real hidden gem. Suriname is a former Dutch colony in South America. Consequently, there are a number of Surinamese restaurants in Amsterdam, but this takeout stands OUT. The overhead menu sign is all in Dutch, and so are the few items marked in the butcher/bakery-like display counters. Most dishes are not identified. I had no idea what to get so friends did the ordering. After we ordered I noticed a QR-code for the English menu. Whatever I ate, and we had at least 6 dishes, they were hearty, spicy and bursting with flavor. You probably can't go wrong trying several items. Don't forget shrimp chips. If you aren't doing takeout, there are a few cafeteria tables to sit and eat. Don't miss this place!

This one is a classic "hidden gem." It's a bit of a local legend, even if it's not your usual…read morescene. If you find yourself in the Waterlooplein metro station, you have to stop here. It's not your typical "dinner out" spot--it's a humble counter inside a subway station--but the food is arguably some of the best Surinese soul food in Amsterdam. Why it's worth the stop: * The Sandwiches: The Broodje Pom is the star here. It's flavorful, authentic, and served on a fresh roll. * Efficiency: They move through the line fast. It's the ultimate grab-and-go meal that actually feels homemade. * Authenticity: It's local, unpretentious, and consistently high quality. Things to know: It is located inside the station, so there's no "ambience" to speak of and seating is very limited. It's definitely more of a "stand and eat" or "take it to the park" kind of place. Overall: It might not be a fancy sit-down experience, but for the price and the flavor, it's easily one of the best quick bites in the city.

Excellent italian deli-centrally located. Wonderful selection of salads, pasta, olives, beans,…read moreitalian meats and cheeses-where you can "make your own" selections for dine in or take out; coffees, paninis and sandwiches-delicious! We spit a plentiful mozzarella and pesto sandwich -enough for 2. Also many dry and fresh refrigerated pastas, raviolis, sauces for takeout, as well as italian crostinis, breadsticks, and cookies, and olive oils. Small intimate tables inside and tables available outside as well. Highly recommend for a quick bite...once you get thru the line. Obviously a favorite of the locals!

Great sandwich and caprese salad. Nice service and relaxed atmosphere. Will be back when I am in…read moretown.

Stumbled into this place today with my friend, and... Woah. The food was amazing, the vibe was…read moreamazing, service was really great and the people were really friendly! Highly recommend the sweet potato burger - vegan/vegetarian and they had a PRETZEL BUN which was pure genius! Everything fresh and cooked on the spot to perfection! Love love love, 10/10, will definitely be returning!

We jumped there as per guide recommendation and Woah! The food is AMAZING! The chicken melt and the…read moreSalmon sandwich taste really good. You can feel the freshness! The food is homemade for sure.