Cute little place in Jordaan!…read more We ordered the falafels, hummus with roasted cauliflowers and the sampler - a trio of dips. Our favorite was the eggplant. All the food was delicious - so flavorful! The pitas that were served with the dishes were so soft and pillowy. Perfect compliment to the dips. Love all the dishes!

This place is really good but also small and really crowded…read more It's best to make a reservation if you can. It's definitely not fancy but it's not expensive either. It's got all your standard Middle Eastern food items and everything is good. The labneh is the best I've ever had.

We lucked out find g this place right across the street from our hotel. Extremely pleasant and…read morelovely people working there. Very welcoming. I disgust making a rest - it was packed. The food was excellent. I had a chicken dish with veggies which didn't really tell you how delicious it was. My husband had grilled salmon with really good rice and vegetables. Wine was very reasonably priced and I had a nice Aperol Spritz. They serve complimentary bread and a delicious spread of spiced mayo. We got delicious complimentary baklava for dessert and left two happy people. I definitely would be a regular here if I lived in Amsterdam. Go -- you won't regret it. (We also picked up takeout kabobs one right which were delicious too)

I was wandering around my friends when I stumbled on this restaurant. Such a hidden gem!…read more One of the best Mediterranean meals I've ever had. My friends and I had patatas bravas, chicken kabobs, hummus, mushrooms sauce, and falafel.. every bite was flavorful and tasted super fresh. Drinks were amazing too. The place has this chic Mediterranean meets upscale vibes but what really made it special was the owner and the staff. So warm and welcoming.. he chatted with us and then dropped off complimentary baklava that literally melted in our mouths. Skip the tourist traps and eat here.. you'll def leave full, happy. Already planning my next visit!

About as close to 5 stars as is mathematically possible. But not *quite* there…read more There were seats available on a Wednesday night at about 19:00. The gentleman told me to wait a couple minutes, as a smaller table was finishing up and he planned to seat me there. The servers spoke English very well and were charming. The kofta is a classic go-to. I thought mine was excellent, but just not quite hitting the mark that I've had in the past. Definitely the type of food that I would go back to multiple times, if time was infinite. Pleasant atmosphere (music, TVs, people not too loud), and a good amount of food. Prices have likely increased since the last time someone posted a menu picture. Mine was about €26 with a beer.

Dabka has plenty of tables set up along the canal if you're looking for an outdoor meal. We…read morestarted with the Hummus and ordered bread that comes out as a thin pillow. Hubby and I both thought our meat was cooked perfectly on our entrees. It was a lot of food for the money and all of it was very tasty. A great first meal in Amsterdam!

The vibe here was very lively and loud. My server was nice and attentive and help me make my choice…read morequickly as the kitchen was closing soon. My tuna tartare was awesome. The aoli that was on top combined with whatever was underneath was magical. If ever in Amsterdam again, I'll revisit.

We stopped here on our last night in Amsterdam, at the end of our walk through the Red Light…read moreDistrict. We only had drinks (limoncellos spritz) and dessert. I'm writing mostly regarding the staff, location and dessert though. We had two slices of their Limoen Taart Roomkaas, which I think is their version of the Key Lime Pie (?). It was fantastic! At the time that we tried it, we were told that it was a new item. One of the Staff Members/Managers came by our table to see how we were doing. It was a pleasant short conversation and not at all obtrusive. I had a chance to take a good look around the restaurant, including the outdoor area. I could see the spot being a good place to be during warm weather as it sits on the edge of one of the canals. We took our talk out to one of the external tables before making the walk back to our hotel. Bottom Line: The place seemed like a really nice spot. I wish we had time to come back for dinner. I recommend you visit. I have the restaurant flagged for my next return visit.

This place was a great option for Tapas in the area. We had been traveling all day, new to Ams and…read morewanted something not overfilling but just right. Found this place and decided to give it a try! Great, friendly staff and reasonably priced options. I'd give 4 stars. Main reason for 4 stars, is that I really needed a veggie option after eating snacks all day so that was my one note. The food though was fresh and delicious! I'd go back!

Oresti's came recommended by the hotel and several hotel staff. It was fairly easy to locate and…read morewas walking distance close to our hotel. Ambiance was great, well spaced tables, nice furniture and decor. Servers were very welcoming and provided great assistance and recommendations for food & drink. Food... was great! Tapas of calamari, shrimp, ribs and ham... it was just right with the beer and drinks. Come and have an evening of drinks, tapas and nice people...

Came here at the recommendation of a friend while traveling through Amsterdam and so glad we did!…read more They offer a menu that changes every two weeks and is a preset three course meal. We opted to enjoy some wine with our meal and the suggested from the staff based on our likes were perfect! Each course was different, unique, flavorful, and tasty! At the end of the meal they even had a dessert wine that was a winner! The staff were friendly and fun and with an open kitchen to watch it all, you could tell they enjoyed their jobs! Reservations are a must, as the place is small and popular, but soooo worth it!!

Beware.. you will be charged 50EU no matter the reason for your cancellation with no regrets from…read morethe owner... Only higher end place in Amsterdam or anywhere else in Norway or Sweden we ran into this. I am sure the food is great but did not have a chance to experience it ... as my wife became ill a few hours prior to our prime time reserve at 7pm and the owner charged us 50EU since we had to cancel fully knowing the reason we could not make it. The place is very popular and small so you know they very likely filled the table and pocketed the money... and our high end hotel was made aware of this no flexibility policy .

First went to maoz in a London years past. Off the train in Amsterdam…read more Went here. Staff was friendly. Got whole wheat pita regular with falafel. Tasty with plenty of veggies to add to it. Affordable Casual Nourishing Meal Recommended!

Maoz Vegan is a chain vegan restaurant with an unlimited self-serve salad bar! You can pick from a…read morefalafel pita sandwich or salad bowl to fill up on greens. I opted for a salad bowl, and it was pretty good. The veggies were fresh, sauces were flavorful, and the pickles added a nice touch. The falafel was fried to order so it had a nice crunch. Service was also great. The worker explained the concept to me in English and offered some recommendations. The dining area was spotless and constantly cleaned. All things considered, I would return for the price, convenience, and freshness, but I do wish the bowl was larger to fit more salad greens.

The food here is excellent. Perfectly flavored and nicely balanced. Authentic cuisine. As others…read morehave said, the hummus is amazing. The service is good and the ambiance is pleasant. Highly recommend. The best salad I've had in a long while!Saef was a great server!!!!! We will be back tomorrow:-)

While visiting Amsterdam, I stumble upon this place. Being Persian and having Persian foods many…read moretimes and trying Mediterranean all over the Southern CA, I became curious to try this place since I have never had Syrian food and the place had a nice ambiance. The ambiance and the view is very nice and the sitting area is very warm and welcoming. The food is not that impressive, I ordered two dishes. A) The Rice dish: I enjoyed the rice dish as it had different spice than Persian rice or Indian rice. B) The combination Kabob platter: The ground beef and chicken were both dry but the taste were good and the beef fillet pieces were better than the chicken fillet and the ground beef. I was not too crazy about the Kabob platters. It was a unique experience because I never had Syrian food and I will probably try it once again.

We discovered the Bazar in Amsterdam on our second visit to the city late in 2019. This old church…read morebuilding has been converted into a buzzing place for locals and tourists alike to enjoy a great meal. We got to the restaurant around 9pm just as the place was about to slow down. We got sat immediately and our server promptly asked for drinks while we decided what to order. We got the lentil soup and the Adana kebab platter. Both the soup and entree serving were a lot of food yet very delicious. The service at the bazar is excellent and they take Apple Pay which is now the common way to pay for pretty much everything in Europe. 5 star restaurant in central Amsterdam. Popular place for drinks and middle eastern food if you like it as much as we do.

Food was great, however the atmosphere was not. I did not like the table set up or the way they had…read moreset up the restaurant. It was freezing inside. It didn't feel clean. Honestly the food saves this review. We had the rice which was good but their stew was amazing! Potatoes I would skip. Their chicken and lamb was also very very delicious and tasty. Nothing was spicey which was great, everything was just very flavorful. If you are in the area and looking for a change in cuisine after spending a few days eating Dutch food then I would check it out. Prices were reasonable as well.

Loved everything about this place! It was unusually packed for a Tuesday (probably due to the…read moreamazing weather) and they were understaffed, but every employee was working so hard - AND remained friendly and helpful. Oh- and the was fantastic, too! I went with the classic Margherita - and it was perfect. Definitely big enough to share.

I tried to come on a Friday night and there was a line out the door and they couldn't seat me even…read morethough I was alone and it was only me. So next time I was in town, I was sure to make a reservation. They anticipated my arrival and sat me at the bar. They have WiFi that works! The pizza was really good and you could taste its freshness. I had a couple of cocktails but it was really tempting to get beer on tap. The interior is cozy which adds to La Perla's exclusivity and reservation-only culture because there is limited seating inside. My friend recommended La Perla to me. He goes every time he's in Amsterdam. I can see why. Service was also great and quite friendly.