Had a great meal at Traverse house. The menu is diverse enough for just about anyone - steak, fish…read moreand vegetarian. The staff is welcoming, friendly and happy to discuss the meal options. I chose this place so my team could have a more local and less touristy experience. Glad I did. Would definitely go back.

Almost don't want to post about this gem of a restaurant!! The food is amazing and could not pass…read moreit up so welcoming and friendly, thanks to the great staff!!

The flaming hurricane is a must for the taste, the show, & your Insta! The Smoked Negroni and Old…read moreFashion are definitely worth it! The 1 lb Lobster was slightly overcooked, but the flavor was good, duck fat fries great, and the oyster & waffles were a welcomed addition the meal. The live jazz was an unexpected treat! While the food, cocktails, & staff were great the desserts were awful by Dutch & American standards. Surprised there were no beignets on the menu. Especially considering the pecan pie was not good. Put that $7 to better use and get an after dinner cocktail!

It was the weekend before Fat Tuesday and so 3 of us expat Americans and an expat Brit decided to…read morecome here on a Saturday and celebrate. Getting here is an easy walk from the train station, but I was running late so took the bus and that was super quick too as there were 3 buses with a stop near to this restaurant. Our server was great - he made me an off the menu cocktail when I told him the flavor profile of what I like to drink. Food wise, I ended up getting the Gumbo (cause when in Louisiana, right!?) while two of my dining companions got the ribs (I was eyeing this too) and a burger rounded up the last person on our table. We also got chips and that came in a sharing bowl rather than individual serving portions which was a bit weird. My gumbo was really delicious but it only came with two pieces of shrimp! Admittedly they were big shrimp, but I still would have liked some more. Lots of chicken and then a decent amount of sausage rounded up the gumbo. I also had a taste of the ribs and those were bone meltingly tender with a fabulous sweet and tangy glaze. Both the boys gobbled their plates up. We were pretty full up after that meal, so didn't get any dessert and to be honest, none of the very Americana dessert menu items appealed to us. Another time I might order a milkshake tho' cause those flavors looked interesting. Cost wise, between the 4 of us (and we all ordered drinks) the total was €114 (rounded up) so just under €30 per person, which is decent considering alcoholic drinks were involved and we all know the mark-up on those! Loved the loo signage - go check it out but OMG the actual stall size was super small and uncomfortable. The barstool seats on our high top table too were massively uncomfortable! I'd have stayed longer except for my bum protesting about the hardness of the seating. Lots of purple colored lights, to invoke that Mardi Gras mood I guess, and so all my photos have that tinge, however want to assure folks reading this review that no purple looking food was consumed on the night! So overall, it's a 4 star, but the food and service are a solid 5! Yelp 56/ 2019

Great drinks here!! Many options and the bartenders will make you whatever you are craving! The…read morepresentation of the drinks is on point! The bartenders were very attentive to us! Loved the ambience too! Pub tables with nice dark lighting and very quaint!

If I could give zero stars, I would. This place is hands down one of the worst bars I've ever been…read moreto. The staff is unbelievably rude -- not "busy-night" rude, but straight-up dismissive and annoyed that customers even exist. Ordering a drink felt like I was inconveniencing them, and the attitude alone was enough to make me want to leave immediately. The bar itself is filthy. Sticky floors, dirty surfaces, and an overall grimy vibe that makes you question how often (if ever) anything gets cleaned. It's not "dive bar charm" -- it's just gross. On top of that, the drinks are insanely overpriced for what you get. Weak pours, zero effort, and absolutely not worth the money. You're basically paying premium prices to be treated poorly in a dirty environment. The atmosphere is just awful -- uncomfortable, unfriendly, and completely lacking any redeeming qualities. There are plenty of better bars where you can actually enjoy yourself without feeling disrespected or disgusted.

I very much enjoyed stopping by here for a nice wine on the canal, some tasty nuts and an Asian…read morechicken tender type appetizer. The place is gezellig outside, and looks even nicer indoors. Lots of outdoor seating if the weather permits. I imagine in full sunshine this place is really popular. I enjoyed watching the trams and people go by on the main street and the bridge. It's a busy road, but the seating is on the side road facing the large canal or waterway. In a beautiful area too.

Good local spot with a large food and drink menu. Chill vibes inside and a cool place to hang outread more

This place makes you feel like you're not even on from the other side of the world when you're in…read moreHaarlem! The soul food options here are simply amazing. I stayed in Haarlem for a week with my husband and while we kept saying, "oh, let's check out menus at other eateries, we ended up to keep returning here because it's that good! First off, the outdoor seating, if you get here during lovely weather, is an extra treat. It overlooks a lovely mellow plaza and church. In short, we tried about 5 of their appetizers and whichever ones you order, you will love, trust me! I would fly back here in a heartbeat just for their short ribs entree! Ugh...the meat just fell off the bones and fingerlickin' good. Yes, as an American getting down and dirty eating them probably grossed out a few patrons, but that just means their ribs here are that good! They definitely get American Soul Food right here! I'm heading back to Europe in a few weeks. Wish I was back in Haarlem just to eat here again. Service is friendly and great, the food is spectacular. A must eatery when visiting Haarlem or Amsterdam for the matter!

Even by Dutch standards, I thought the service was slow. I think our waitress literally rolled her…read moreeyes when we asked for more tap water. The wait for our main meal was over 1 hour. Fortunately, we had ordered soup. The prices were on the high side for what you get. We ordered the recommended satay and ribs. Both were decent, but not exceptional. I was disappointed after reading that this was a good restaurant in Haarlem. I'd say Haarlem has much better to offer (close by) with similar or lower prices. Overall: decent food, higher prices, and poor service.

I feel compelled to write a review because I came here with one purpose: watching EURO 2024. And…read moreMolly Malone's delivered on that. They have a great TV setup, so practically every seat in the pub will have you within viewing distance of any TV screen. They also played the audio of the game and it is in English (albeit Irish English). Legit setup. Not just that, but the snack options here are pretty legit. Wasn't terribly hungry, but I had to grab some bitterballen and spicy potato wedges. Really tasty and quite affordable! Staff here is very friendly too. They make sure to come around and attend to you...at some point. But they are very welcoming!

I have a weakness for Irish bars. I spent 10 days in Amsterdam and visited many. This was the best…read moreof them all. We came to it three times. It's got a real authentic feel to it. The Guinness was wonderful. The patrons were friendly. No complaints whatsoever. Oh yeah, the food is good for bar food as well. Solid french fries.

The place to go for Poffertjes!! Poffertjes are traditional Dutch pancakes that are small in size…read more(mini, bite-size) and cooked in a special pan. You can get them savory, sweet, or classic (butter and powdered sugar). I've had them a variety of ways at this restaurant. My favorite is with vanilla ice cream, cherries, cherry sauce, and whipped cream. They also make a really decent French-style crepe. Yes all day long to The Pancake Bakery! There's a reason they've been around since the 70s.

If you're visiting Amsterdam, you have to stop by The Pancake Bakery. It was recommended to us by…read moreso many people, and it definitely lived up to the reputation! It's the perfect spot for breakfast or brunch with a cozy, welcoming vibe. The menu is huge, featuring an incredible variety of both sweet and savory pancakes. We tried the Poffertjes (Dutch mini pancakes), and they were amazing--super soft, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweetness. We also ventured into the savory section with the Thai pancake, which was surprisingly delicious and a nice change of pace. Be prepared to leave full! The portions are very generous, and we were completely stuffed by the end of the meal. What really topped off the experience was the service; the staff was outstandingly friendly and made us feel right at home. I highly recommend adding this to your Amsterdam food list!

Amazing Dutch pancakes. We had the ham and cheese, lemon jam, and a small order of there mini…read morepancakes. Service was not rushed at all. The staff was very friendly. Your sitting in a glass room surrounded by lush green trees, very peaceful.

Lovely spot although I've not been in about 5 years as I regularly traveled to Amsterdam,…read moreRotterdam. And Altmaar. Pancakes are great in the Netherlands and this spot served the classics with the local accompaniments .... Cute spot next to a canal and nearby the Van Gogh and the Rijksmuseum. O O T l

My ribs were great, service was excellent, my wife had the fish and chips. She enjoyed them very…read moremuch

The ribs were amazing. Had them twice on two different nights. They didn't disappoint.read more