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    Rob Wigboldus Vishandel

    4.7 (15 reviews)
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    Fresh herring sandwich
    Andrew P.

    Friendly service by (I believe) Rob himself! He was very welcoming and told me to go with their special which is the herring sandwich which was delicious and healthy! I also opted for a friend fish sandwich as well since I was pretty hungry around lunch time and it didn't disappoint either. Herring fish is very popular in this region being so close to the sea. It was popular in Stockholm too so I imagine most of Northern Europe eats it! This is a very touristy area but this little restaurant itself didn't feel like a trap to me which made it perfect. I saw people eating at KFC nearby and couldn't help to think "ew" LOL. The total for these two sandwiches came out to 7.50€ which was decent imo. Anyways, highly recommended!

    Toby K.

    As I was exploring around the streets of Amsterdam earlier today I happened to walk by this little gem which immediately caught my eye. Despite being located in a heavily touristy area, it was immediately evident it was NOT a touristy spot. I was wanting to try the herring while here, so this looked to be the perfect opportunity. It absolutely was! The gentlemen serving (Rob?) was very kind & recommended a classic herring sandwich with just a few slices of pickles & diced onions. Very simple, but very good. Great accidental find! Next time in Amsterdam, I'm definitely going to make it a point to return here for another sandwich.

    Jennifer G.

    Tiny, no frills counter with an array of fish and seafood options. We tried the herring, onion, and pickles sandwich of course. It was on the salty side, but undoubtedly authentic. We ate quickly before ducking out to explore the rest of the winding streets again. Not a dish I would get multiple times in one trip, but a must try for sure.

    Ramon L.

    We had to try Netherland's herring delicacy. Luckily we stumbled on this fish-deli around the corner from the hotel. AND IT WAS WORTH IT! The owner was very nice and helpful. Will definitely be back.

    Great pickled herring with sliced pickles and diced onions.

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    “Pickled herring isn't for the faint of heart, but if you like fish and are gastronomically curious, it's worth the dive.”

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    The Seafood Bar - Oysters

    The Seafood Bar

    4.1(278 reviews)
    1.9 km•Museumkwartier, Zuid
    •€€€

    We spent an entire day in the Museum Quarter of Amsterdam, going from the Rijksmuseum then to the…read moreVan Gogh museum. Searching for a restaurant for lunch, we walked by The Seafood Bar, which showcases its range of seafood in a glass case. They had everything we could imagine, so we knew this was the place. I found out later that they have other locations across Amsterdam, but this one is nicely situated in a toney neighborhood, and its clean modern interior also recommends it. Their service is orchestrated, as they work as a team, from seating, drinks order, and so on. They are efficient and attentive. I highly recommend the seafood tower, which is a great shareable, giving you a taste of the unique shellfish found in Atlantic waters.

    I was out for my afternoon walk and saw a woman eating shrimp scampi outside - looked really good…read more(yeah, she caught me looking at her plate. I felt like a creep. A little). So came here for dinner and got the shrimp scampi! Tasted just as good as it looked! Lots of shrimp, garlic, other stuff, etc. Excellent. Lots of other seafood choices, they seem to specialize in the mixed grill / seafood tower type dishes. It all looked good. There's a counter at the front where you can pick out your dinner. Reasonable prices for what you get, really good selection of wine by the glass. Good looking and friendly staff. Five stars!

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    Frens Haringhandel

    Frens Haringhandel

    4.5(64 reviews)
    0.8 km•Centrum
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    This is a little stand in the middle of the street. They serve a delicious, crispy kibbeling…read more(fried cod). You can also try their raw herring with onions. I am not the biggest herring fan, but it was worth a first try. It tastes kind of like sushi fish with onions. Most of their seafood items can be served on a bun as a sandwich. As far as Dutch snacks go, this is a good stop for local seafood bites.

    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.

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    Mr. Crab

    Mr. Crab

    2.8(18 reviews)
    0.2 km•Centrum
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    We went to Amsterdam for just two days, so we wanted something "special" for dinner. Since…read moreAmsterdam is near the sea, we thought that fish should be a good idea - and so "Mr. Crab" sounded just right. They absolutely did not disappoint - everything we ordered was fresh, very well seasoned and prepared masterly. Perfectly grilled tuna steak, fresh shrimps, very tasty oysters and lots more. The staff is very friendly and every conversation was sincerely heartfelt. On our next trip to Amsterdam, we'll certainly visit Mr. Crab again! And so should you, if you're looking for great seafood.

    My friend and I went to eat at the Mr. Crab location Zuidas Amsterdam on friday 23-08-2019…read more We ate the soft shell crab burger, onion rings and shrimp croquettes. OUR FOOD WAS HORRIBLE! Too much oil! Right after dinner we felt a bit off and we mentioned to the restaurant manager we didn't like the food. His response was "well, you can go and pay now!". Not to our surprise, the next day we were both sick! Vomitting and diarrhea! So we called the restaurant and the same manager told us that he didn't believe us because their burger is the ranked the number one burger in town. He continued telling us we need proof that it was this burger that made us sick and therefore we needed to get a medical statement from our doctor to serve as proof. Not only is the food bad but the customer service is nowhere to be found! As we sat at the restaurants there were two ladies complaining as well (they had the same complaints: too much oil). However, they got offered a free dessert. Through this whole conflict, the manager did not once offered a solution for our complaints. As he just continued to treat us poorly. We want our money back! To conclude, DO NOT EAT AT MR. CRAB!

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    Rob Wigboldus Vishandel - seafood - Updated September 2026

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