I come here often for drinks. It's always pleasantly busy, and no wonder…read more Contrary to most bars in Amsterdam, the white wine actually tastes quite all right, and your glass is filled generously. The finger food menu is extensive, and the portions big. We ordered taco's, and finishing it was easier said than done. The staff is friendly, makes jokes and is quick, they make you feel right at home. In short: good place to go for drinks.

I have been in Amsterdam for one month but I have been here three times! Obviously my local friends…read moremostly crave for their delicacies. Yelp's burger tour also stopped by here. The bad boy is rich though I happen to had a bite on spice in the beef. Guess it was a chef's greeting/surprise.

This is my second time at the Oliver's and for the resident who lives nearby, I must admit that…read morethis place has a solid lunch and dinner offerings at the affordable price. I have tried: Fish salad (amazing!!!), chicken salad (was good) and the burger (very flavourful! loved it!) about $15 per person if one of you decides to have a glass of wine with the lunch. To be honest this is my favorite place in this neighborhood...

Would it be too corny to say: Oliver's, Olive-you now?…read more The way to my little yelpey heart is: 1) food 2) at least pretending you care about what I think 3) good service. Happy to say that after an initial disappointment with what I found to be an overpriced salad, Oliver's has redeemed itself! As per my earlier review, I began the night drinking with colleagues, unsponsored by work, unfortunately. It was pointed out that the beer prices are actually very reasonable (I don't notice if work is paying...). The service was prompt and friendly - no easy feat in Amsterdam! Rare were the moments when our glasses went dry or our mouths were left without crunchy, deep-fried goodness. My boyfriend and I stayed for dinner and each had the ribeye steak. The chef kindly accommodated my weird request to have polenta with my steak instead of fries and wow was I glad he did! The steak was good quality and served with a variety of veg. It could have done with a tad more seasoning or more of the red wine jus it came with, but overall, delightful. The polenta was amazing! It is fried, so no health points here but the crispy outside with a creamy centre - I think there was a hint of parmasan in there - was divine. Later in the meal, the chef got creative with dessert, giving me both white and dark chocolate cake. What more could a girl ask for? I'm glad I gave Oliver's a second chance. We had a great conversation with the manager Halpert after our meal and it's clear that Oliver's and Co. take customer service very seriously. I will gleefully drink AND eat here to excess in future. :)

We stumbled across this place as we were walking back to our hotel. It's a nice location located…read moreright outside of the Zoo (artis). The patio was a good size and the waiter was inviting and friendly. It was our first day in Amsterdam.. we were hungry and tired so any food was good. I do think the food was fine, but nothing real memorable or distinctive. I did enjoy my chicken satay, but didn't really eat the chips and fries. Cocktails were nice. The kids enjoyed petying a local kitty who was sleeping in one of the chairs

This positive review is based on three things only: their home made apple pie, the terrace on a…read moresunny morning and the staff. All three are good. And to top it off, it's next door to the Verzetmuseum and opposite of Artis. I have never been here on a rainy day, when it was crazy busy, for lunch or for dinner, so don't rely on this review is these factors apply to you. But trust me: when you are looking for apple pie outside on a sunny morning and you are in the neighbourhood, choose Plancius.

Have been coming here for years, and it's really gone down hill. Atmosphere, service and menu…read morereally not what it used to be. Everything took a long time and we hardly get any service. We left without coffee out of frustration. Too bad, this place used to be really nice.

A good place always busy, even on a Sunday night. Menu quite small but quality good: steaks tender…read morewith not too much sauce. Starters a bit pricey but large enough to share. Spanish wine @ EUR16.50 a bottle. Also have a range of specials. In summer a pleasant terrasse overlooking the water. Only 3* because the menu is a bit limited, place is noisy (kids running about) but would go back.

Heel lekker eten! Quite stylish restaurant in the old west of Amsterdam. Had 3 courses dinner with…read morea deal. Very reasonable price according to the quality of food. The main course of Tagine sowieso was really yummy with soft lam. They also have nice terras with street view. I found it quite enjoyable!

Fijnkost replaces restaurant Madelief. Just saying, for the ones who knew it and maybe are going to…read moremiss it. Fijnkost seems to be a nice concept of a deli eetcafe / little restaurant in the evening. I spotted the dinner menu and noticed 2 things: the dishes are unusually creative and they're all under €10. So if they don't come in tapas sizes then that's a really good deal! I'll soon be back to check it. I want to try the Saltimbocca with radijsjes en wortelrösti or the Ravioli van gekaramelliseerde aubergine or ... basically everything.

Great cosy and friendly restaurant / bar. On mondays they serve 3 craft beers including 3 small…read moredishes (snacks) for 10 euros. The dinner menus change frequently and all plates are to share, perfect comfort food and all absolutely great value for money. Breakfast is served in the weekends!

Went for breakfast. Atmosphere was like an old french cafe and the service was great. I had the…read morebest Latte Macchiato I had while we were in Europe. And the ham and cheese croissants were fantastic. Would definitely go back!

It seems like a popular local hangout But watch out for…read morebikes The Dutch and their Bikes There are roughly 25 million bikes in the Netherlands. For a country that holds a little over 17 million people, that's prrrrretty insane. An average Dutch person cycles 880 km [almost 550 miles] a year. That's almost 15 billion kilometers for all of Dutchieland. I mean, come on. The Netherlands is 42.500 square kilometers. Where is everybody going? We go in circles, obviously. But at least we are doing it environmentally friendly. And healthy! I have great respect for this part of Dutch culture. But some things about the Dutch and their Bikes is a bit strange... Well, if you're not a Dutchie that is. The Romesco Soup and the Terrine were very good.

Our overall experience was great. Modern European cuisine at its best, service was attentive and…read moreaccommodating, the ambiance is very elegant but cozy at the same time. Watch out when crossing the road to get there, drivers here have buttons for eyes.