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    Kessens

    4.7 (68 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Croissant, eggs, granola
    Evan O.

    Walked in a cold winter afternoon for some warm brunch and came to the perfect spot. This place was busy and I think we got lucky a table just opened up so I would recommend a reservation. Food was just what I needed to get me back on the streets of Amsterdam!! Aye turn it up!!

    Chocolate croissant
    Kristyn W.

    Step off the streets of Amsterdam into LA. That's immediately what it felt like once inside. The restaurant is clean, quiet, and all the patrons seem to be having intimate/semi-important conversations. Totally fine, just... it felt like we could've been in Austin or California at that very moment. We ordered coffee, cheese toast, and the chocolate croissant. The cappuccinos were brought out first and were perfect. Then the cheese toast and chocolate croissant came out. The cheese toast came with a slice of toasted multi-grain bread, softened butter, and slices of the most delicious Gouda. It's the definition of simplicity, executed perfectly. The croissant was warm, buttery, and made a nice crispy crunch when biting into it. The chocolate spread was delightful and was a wonderful way to start the day. This isn't a quick place to step inside for coffee and croissants. Be prepared to sit down, relax, and be served some delicious, high-quality food from people who care about details.

    Amy C.

    Is... is... is it true? You're saying that the mystical, #aestheticaf, thumb-stopping Instagram pic of a modern hipster restaurant in a foreign locale (for that millennial je nais sais quoi), the one that you double tap whenever you see it in your feed, actually exists in real life? And it's even better than you had even imagined? Yes, in Jordaan--a picture perfect neighborhood with a cluster of some of the most beautiful canal houses in Amsterdam. Home to effortlessly European cool boutiques and Kessens, the previously described restaurant. It's open all day, perfect for those whose jet lag has their stomachs growling at 3:30 p.m. Its appropriate all-day menu is influenced by a variety of different European countries: Sweden (gravad lax and toast skagen, both with plenty of dill à la Scandinavian cuisine), Britain (welsh rarebit sandwiches), the U.S. (the server's kindness!) and, well, the Netherlands (Dutch croquettes). I enjoyed a delicious and filling open-faced smoked trout sandwich, which was worth every cent of the slightly inflated Jordaan price I paid for it at €10.95. Your confused circadian rhythm still leaving you without an appetite? The other two soups that we tried were beyond flavorful as well, without feeling too heavy in your stomach.

    Lattes

    Cutest little iced lattes with these little muffins! Coffee was very good and service is great

    Little dessert that come with coffees or hot chocolate available for purchase too
    Amy L.

    The best breakfast place! The service was welcoming and helpful, and the ambiance was the perfect cafe. I ordered the avocado toast with a scrambled egg, and they were able to accommodate the change I made. Cute and cozy place with great food to enjoy a morning in Amsterdam.

    Asparagus soup, croquettes, and steak sandwich.
    Hailey G.

    Perfect little brunch place. Enjoyed the unique options and atmosphere. The asparagus soup was perfect for a chilly day and the steak sandwich was also very delicious.

    Apple Something Uber Delicious
    Phil G.

    Best meal in Amsterdam. Stumbled in here after a long walk and felt so fortunate to get a table. I forget exactly what we ordered for dinner but you can't really make a mistake here. Most memorable was the dessert: Apple Pie (in America, crumble in the UK) amazing here!

    Allison M.

    Perfect cozy breakfast spot in Amsterdam. Great espresso drinks, super friendly sweet service. Food was great. Highly recommend the shrimp croquettes, they were my favorite in Amsterdam. Spent two mornings here and would spend more!

    Dee S.

    Cute and cheery brunch place in the lovely Jordaan neighborhood of Amsterdam. You are going to pay for the neighborhood and scene there, but the food is good and the staff is very nice.

    Coffee
    Rachel E.

    Stopped here for breakfast after visiting the Anne Frank House! Amazing breakfast! Large portions, all fresh food, and great coffee! Highly recommend!

    FoodChick _.

    Kessens is a light and bright cafe about one block from Anne Frank House. I thought I'd try Dutch food--so I ordered the shrimp croquette with brown bread. The croquette inside was like cream shrimp soup with a few bits of minced shrimp. Not at all what I was expecting; not terrible either just not what I would have picked to eat had I known. The coffee was excellent, like I've had all over Holland. #Kessens is a wonderful cafe--great service, clean, with a small but diverse menu that changes often for lunch. I recommend a visit. Like all places that I ate in Holland, you can linger at Kessens; no one will rush you out the door. Quite a different vibe from American food establishments in D.C. or many parts of U.S.A. The yogurt bowl is large and had more than the usual fruit, it also had kiwi, pomegranate, almonds, and grapes along with the goodies from granola. Chow! food chick

    Scrabbled Eggs with Brown toast
    Nachiket L.

    This place is simple yet very elegant. The staff is friendly and the location is great. I had a beer accompanied by scrambled eggs and toast and it made my day.

    lemon merengue
    Soohyun Y.

    I really love this little Swedish cafe. They have a lovely interior that sets a calming atmosphere. The cappuccino was good but not incredible, but I think that's the nature of cappuccinos, so I'm not mad. The food wasn't stellar, I had an open face salmon sandwich, again, good but not great. The only thing I really loved was the lemon merengue cake. I recommend getting a cake and a cup of coffee so that the bitterness cuts through the sweet cake. If you want some peace and quiet in this lovely shop, go during an off hour. It's a great place to sit and study. When there are a lot of people, the wifi isn't great, so keep that in mind. Lastly, the staff was very friendly.

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    Outstanding food, great service and lovely setting. Highly recommend the steak sandwich!

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    First taste at the cafe culture of Amsterdam. Food was quite tasty and service was quite impressive for Amsterdam!

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    It's a nice brunch place. Got veal ragout. Quite good

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    Perhaps the best French toast I've ever had. For the record, this review have been written while sober.

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    Cannibale Royale - The L'incroyable (Rib Eye) and Pork Belly and Pickle.

    Cannibale Royale

    4.4(283 reviews)
    0.9 kmCentrum
    €€

    I've been to a few of the other locations, but the Handboogstraat spot just hits different. It's…read moregot that dark, slightly chaotic, "rariteitenkabinet" vibe that makes you feel like you've stumbled into a hidden club rather than a burger joint. We kept it classic this time: * The Ribs: Fall-off-the-bone tender as always. They don't over-sweeten the glaze, which I appreciate. * Le Cannibale Royale: The pulled pork on top of the patty is a heavy hitter, but the sauerkraut actually cuts through the richness perfectly. * The Fries: Still some of the most consistent in the city--thin, salty, and actually hot. Service was busy (it's Handboogstraat, so what do you expect?), but the staff was super chill and kept the craft beers flowing. It's loud, it's moody, and it's exactly what I wanted for a late-night feed. Plus, I've noticed they actually take the time to read and reply to feedback here, which is a rare find for a place this popular. Keep doing what you're doing!

    Do I recommend this place? Heck yes I do! We had ribs, burgers, mac n cheese, fries, veggies, so…read moremuch food and it was all delicious. Staff was friendly and spoke great English. The ambiance had crazy neat decor all over the walls. Whenever I go on vacation I always stalk yelp to find food places to visit, and this place did not disappoint! This is a meat eaters paradise. Don't sleep on the ribs!

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    Cannibale Royale
    Cannibale Royale - Le Classique Burger

    Le Classique Burger

    Cannibale Royale - The exterior Cannibale Royale.

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    The exterior Cannibale Royale.

    Burgermeester - Mokum Cheeseburger at Burgermeester

    Burgermeester

    4.4(12 reviews)
    1.4 kmCentrum

    We just happened to see this restaurant while walking back towards our meet-up location during our…read morefree time in Amsterdam. I originally thought it was the German Burgermeister chain which we really liked in Lucerne. We were even more curious when finding out that it's a local burger spot with only 3 locations in Amsterdam. This one is located on Utrechtsestraat in the city center near Rembrandt Square. It appears to be a small space when you first enter. There's a downstairs kitchen with bar seating as well as a booth at the window. Their actual dining area is upstairs. We were greeted immediately and asked to sit anywhere. Our order was taken at the table. It was great service from the get-go! I think our biggest first impression was the cleanliness of the restaurant and bathrooms. You just don't see that level of clean just anywhere. The burgers here are exceptional. They are gourmet-type burgers that are cooked to order. We thought about getting fries with it, but decided not to after seeing the size of these burgers. I could barely eat it all. Our Mokum Cheese Burger was absolutely delicious and very juicy. I loved every topping. I can't name it all, but I know it had some type of aged cheese with a hint of horseradish in the sauce. The pickles were tasty. I wish I could give you every ingredient. All I know for sure is that it's made with Blonde d'Aquitaine beef. They have a cookbook for sale if you're interested. The drinks are varied from gin & tonic to beer, wine, and lemonade. I enjoyed their loose-leaf jasmine mandarin tea served hot. There's a little room upstairs for creative people who like to sketch. I saw some of them decorating the walls. Having a burger in different countries may seem uninspiring for some people. I've found it to be very telling of the local culture and flavor. Especially in restaurants that have a standard of high quality ingredients. This is one that I'd go back to when visiting Amsterdam. The service made it even better.

    Delicious inventive burgers and lovely service. Tried the cheese burger with harissa mayo and…read morepancetta and truffle fries. All were delicious. Little touches like finely shave onions on the burger instead of thick sliced rings made for a better overall burger. Definitely recommend

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    Burgermeester - A view from our bench seating at Burgermeester

    A view from our bench seating at Burgermeester

    Burgermeester - A adult & kid area for drawing & creativity

    A adult & kid area for drawing & creativity

    Burgermeester - Booth seating upstairs

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    Booth seating upstairs

    Kessens - breakfast_brunch - Updated August 2026

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