Service: from Silvia -- excellent, very responsive…read more All the food was amazing/exceeding expectations -- I had " fruit de mer - seafood bar". Couldn't finish (left the sturgeon shrimp and crayfish) Wife had lobster soup, vongole, and my 6 oyster supplement and half my lobster half. She also had chocolate bavaroise dessert. Highly recommended!

This place had a lot of food reviews so we decided to try it...and didn't disappoint…read more They have a great menu and a selection of a la carte items to choose from. The fish fillet was just OK, and kinda wished we ordered the Mixed Grill instead. However, the mussels are Amazing! The place can get really busy so reservations are recommended. And we for great service from staff.

Pesca offers a dining experience unlike anything I've tried before--truly unique and incredibly…read moreenjoyable. When you walk in, you're greeted by their in-house fish market, where everything is visibly fresh and beautifully displayed. You simply choose the fish or shellfish you want, they assemble your order, print a ticket, and you continue on to the wine shop. Before going any further, I want to highlight how impressive the fish market is. It feels almost like stepping into a wholesale seafood market, complete with checker-tape pricing. The staff will tell you exactly how each item can be prepared. For example, when we ordered a dozen mussels, they explained all the options and recommended a coconut curry preparation--an excellent choice and absolutely delicious. Once you have your ticket, you head into the wine bar. The team already knows how your meal will be prepared and offers thoughtful wine-pairing suggestions based on your selections. From there, you're taken to your table, where the outstanding service continues. We were served a beautiful basket of fresh bread almost immediately, along with our chosen wine. By the way, did I mention how beautiful the place is! For starters, I ordered a dozen oysters, and each pair was prepared in a different style. Every single one was outstanding. The mussels in curry sauce were so good that I needed extra bread just to savor every drop. Finally, we had monkfish--an impressively large piece, perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and absolutely incredible. From start to finish, the entire experience was exceptional. The team at Pesca, and truly the people of the Netherlands, know how to do it right. Hats off to this outstanding restaurant. I only wish we had one where I live--I'd be there every day. Actually, it would be dangerous to have Pesca too close...I'd go bankrupt:)

Very cool experience here. Upon checking in you're given the low down on how it all works and given…read morea can of sardines with your table number written on it. A fun keepsake! You choose your seafood and they tell you how it will be served. The seafood is weighed and you're given a tally of your meal. You also choose a selection of sides to go with your dinner. Once you choose your seafood you go to the wine bar and choose your drinks. We chose a pasta side orecchiette with pesto sauce and curried cauliflower. For our main dish, we chose the seabreem. We started with scallops and calamari which were both delicious and our seabreem was perfectly cooked. It would be nice to have more than one option as to how our fish could be made but all in all everything was fresh and well prepared. Service came with a smile and you can't beat the novelty and ambiance!

The Best food and service we had during a 6 week trip through Europe…read more Small but lovely. A wonderful couple and their Family run it . We went twice !! Do not miss the Apple Pie We are going back in June and I can't wait !!!

We came here upon the recommendation of a local. It's just off damn square, but it's a quiet…read morestreet. They really did not have any written menus... The server just pulled up a chair and sat down and talk to you through it. BF had the fish stew which was sort of unique because it was flavorful, but it had no discernible chunks in it. I had some blue cheese with dates wrapped with bacon in a little Salad on the plate. It was fabulous. BF had salmon that was sort of cooked Asian style with some soy sauce and these crispy fried wasabi peas or something similar. Quite tasty. I had the duck confit over sauerkraut - it might not sound good, but it was.

Harrings, grey shrimps, maatjes, smoked salmon or eel, this is an amazing hole in the wall where…read moreyou will eat the freshest and most authentic Dutch seafood. A real dive worth the trip.

What a fulfilling way to spend what was supposed to be a full day that unexpectedly turned into…read morejust five hours in Amsterdam. We had originally booked the Damrak 213 location but had to cancel due to a flight delay. Determined to make the most of our short time before heading to Paris the next morning, I chose this location because it was close to the areas we wanted to explore after dinner -- and I'm so glad I did. After reading on their website that they keep tables available for walk-ins at most locations, we decided to try our luck. As soon as my best friend and I walked in, we were not disappointed. The ambiance felt right immediately -- warm, inviting, and full of good energy. There was little to no wait, and the fresh seafood display at the front looked incredible. Vanessa was our lovely server and truly a whole vibe throughout the evening. She, along with "Mr. Champion," gave us great suggestions on where to walk and explore next -- and we absolutely took their advice. I love a menu where you can order and split a little bit of everything with a friend, and every single dish was perfection. The shrimp croquettes, king prawns, asparagus, roasted carrots, and fish and chips (kibbeling) were all served hot, fresh, and packed with flavor at a very reasonable price. The kitchen was run by a Black chef who was clearly putting in serious work and completely understanding the assignment. I wanted to personally commend him, but he was fully locked in and busy creating magic. Even the espresso martini stood out -- easily one of the best I've had. Great, relatable conversations, amazing food, and the evening ended on a sweet note with a complimentary lemon crème brûlée served with sparkles. This spot is truly a neighborhood gem. I'm so glad we chose this location -- it turned a rushed travel day into a memorable night dining with some true champions. We can't wait to return with more time to fully enjoy the experience.

Honestly, I'm surprised this place has so many great reviews because my experience was completely…read morethe opposite. When I walked in, there was only one person at the entrance, and I was completely ignored. A family ahead of me was immediately seated, but I had to wait and try to get someone's attention--it took quite a while. I was finally seated at the bar, which was fine since I was alone, but I couldn't shake the feeling that I was an inconvenience. Everything, from getting a drink to ordering food, felt like a struggle, and the staff didn't make me feel welcome at all. The food was okay--I've had better--but the overall experience left me feeling unwelcome, and I couldn't wait to leave. I'm genuinely surprised by the high reviews, because I felt quite the opposite. I'm not sure I'd recommend this place or come back

This place was recommended in an article that I read about things to do/try in Amsterdam. On our…read morefirst morning in the city, our walking tour guide also recommended it saying if there was one "Dutch" food to try, herring was it! Not only that, he said it was the time of year for fresh, great tasting herring. So after building up an appetite during our tour, we walked straight to Rob Wigboldus Vishandel. At the counter, I asked for a menu but the friendly older gentleman (possibly the owner) replied saying we probably wanted the herring sandwich, so we went with his suggestion. It's a very small place - we were lucky to grab a table while we waited. It didn't take long though, the sandwiches are very simply made: fresh herring, chopped onions, and pickles. That's it. I'm not going to lie, I was not expecting to really like this fishy sandwich, but when in Rome ... And guess what? It was delicious! Herring is naturally oily and mild-tasting! It was very inexpensive, too! I wish we had more time to go back while we were in town.

It's exactly what I expected! As a tourist I heard about the famous local herring and had to try…read moresome. Sandwiches were the way to go according to the locals, so this was it. It was close to my hotel and centrally located downtown Amsterdam. No line, they took credit card and the guys were very friendly! Only gave it 4 stars because I was a big fan of the sandwich but that is personal taste / choice. If you're in town you gotta try one and this is as good as it gets!

We made a 6pm reservation and there were plenty of tables. By 7pm, the place was vibrant with…read morehappy diners eating great seafood. I had a daily special of clams, cooked in butter and spices with side salad and some spinach. The couple with us had a fried turbot and a veggie ravioli dish. We were all pleased. When I thanked the cook he was pleased and, given that I am from the States he shared the process leading to the salad dressing. Gratitude here!! Can you see it or feel it better??

We popped into Lucius for some of their famous (and deservedly so) fish soup and their lobster…read morebisque. When combine with their hot sourdough bread, some crisp white wine and half a dozen fresh oysters, it was a perfect lunch to welcome us to this charming city!

Super cute little place! Wait staff was friendly. Ai told us that this place had herring and…read moresmoked eel. They do not. But they do have kibbling and it is really good! Wine was good. Food is a bit on the spendy side but that's to be expected in down town Amsterdam!

Made a last minute reservation here on a Monday evening. Restaurant was fairly full during peak…read moredinner rush but cleared out by 8 PM. Upon ordering you can a cup of shrimp crackers traditionally seen in Asian cuisine. We ordered the fish and chips and a basket of calamari. Both were great! Fish was extremely flaky but held the light batter very well. Their tartar sauce is on the milder side so we added some lemon and salt to our preference. The calamari was very thick but tender, the batter didn't hold as well to this but the flavor and texture were nice. Reasonably priced for the location with friendly service. I'd come back here and eat again.

This place is ALL OVER social media, but is it worth the hype? Absolutely…read more We stopped here in October 2025, after an already filling late lunch. But we knew we had to try it, and life is short. It is a tiny stand located along a central canal in the heart of the city. Business is hopping here. We got the picked herring and kibbeling, which are the main staples here. The pickled herring was, well, something you either love or don't. It has somewhat of a gelatinous texture that can be off-putting, but when you take a bite with the sides of sweet pickles and onions, it shines. The Kibbeling was out of this world. Perfectly fried with a crunchy batter that had a hint of, hmmm, curry, maybe. It was amazing. Although the batter was thick and tasty, it didn't outdo the delicious cod. The staff here was friendly, and having this Dutch food along a canal in Amsterdam made for a memorable experience. There are plenty of places to sit near the stand - enjoy this tasty food and watch the world go by.

Street food in Amsterdam, does it get any better? There were three street foods I wanted to try…read morewhen visiting. Herring was on the top of the list. Most herring I had eaten was Swedish herring or "sill" usually prepared in a pickled solution. We returned to this stand, located near the Bloemenmarkt, across from UNIQLO. It was quite a popular area, located on a bend over a canal with trams and trolleys rolling by. The line on the two days we were there wasn't long and waited less than 5 minutes both times to place our order. The first stop I bought one order of herring with pickles, onion and the "Nederlandse vlag." We returned two days later and purchased another order of the herring and a herring sandwich with the herring served on a simple white roll with onion and pickles. Both were excellent. Didn't sample the fried cod, eel sandwich or the mackerel. Would I return? Without a doubt! While we had some excellent food in Amsterdam, Frens topped my list as a must visit stand when walking around Amsterdam!

The ambiance was great as well as the food. The Salad was awesome and the shrimp was cooked…read moreperfect. The bread was homemade. The service was good and a place I will return too for sure

This was a decent dinner. We sat outside by the canal since it was so nice out. I had a Belgian…read morequad beer which was excellent. We shared the burrata (my fav!), beef carpaccio and scallops. The scallops only came with 3, so I didn't think it was that great of a value but they were tasty. I had the mussels for dinner. It was a huge pot and came with unlimited salad and frites. I sampled the steak; it was good however way over cooked. We asked for medium rare and got well done.