We decided on this restaurant because of the yelp reviews saying how great it was. Big mistake…read morelistening to yelp reviewers. The service was slow and the restaurant didn't look very clean. The menu items were inexpensive which my party were happy about, but when we made our selections it took so long for the food to come. I ordered a chicken meal with rice, and the chicken had bones in it that I almost choked on- it didn't say it ok the menu-guess I wasn't expecting it. The rice tasted okay but I was turned off from eating once my sister found a long black hair in her food. Once there's hair in food my stomach turns and I don't eat anymore. When my sister complained about the hair- the staff were staring at her like they didn't understand why she was upset- and were making it seem like she threw the hair in there. We also ordered some bread with our meal which never came and had to be sure it was taken off our check. Overall this experience was terrible and I wished we had gone to the steakhouse around the corner that I wanted to go to- but the people I was with wanted this place.

I really wanted to like this place, but it really let us down. The food was not fresh and tasted…read moreoff, and the portions were tiny. The staff were nice enough, but I think that slightly raising the prices and quality would serve this location well---the current version doesn't really meet anyone's needs.

We had an absolutely wonderful dinner here! Starting with the homemade drinks, ending with the food…read more- everything was delicious. A very nice restaurant! Highly recommended!

This is a surprising place... and an eclectic one. When I saw the mixed-up cuisine-focus on the…read moresign I was a bit confused at first. Touted primarily as an Indonesian Restaurant, it also qualifies itself as an Indian eatery, as well as presenting the cuisine of Suriname - and doing it all under the umbrella of being Halal (which may also mean "Pradesh"). Now that's a lot of cuisines, all from different corners of the globe. But then I recalled my week shooting a movie in Belize a decade ago, and there was the connection. In Belize there seems to be an unwritten rule (or tradition) that was proudly announced by our liaison from the film office. And that was that ALL OF THE GROCERY STORES (the country only had small mom & pop places) in Belize City were owned and run by Indians from India; and the most popular food, being Chinese steam table take-out joints like we have in America (fried rice, spring rolls, noodles, sweet & sour chicken/shrimp, spicy saucy stir fried meat & vegies, etc...), and these places were always packed with lines around the corner. They were also ALL OWNED AND RUN by Vietnamese extended families. And the Vietnamese community mixed very well with the Indian families, having similarly imported ingredients from afar, as well as exotic flavors, similar spices, rice based cuisines, and they both cooked curries. Now for Suriname and Indonesia and how those two food cultures fit into the menu profile at Restaurant Riaz. I have eaten a lot of Indonesian food in my day, and its flavor pallet is very similar to India, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, all using coconut milk, peanuts, chili-peppers, potatoes, green peppers, fish-sauce, vegies, and similar meats and seafoods, plus blends of sweet and salty and spicy and sour; and all of them use rice. Now the thread that sews Suriname to these others is that it was also a Dutch Colony, as were Indonesia and parts of India (like Sri Lanka [Ceylon at the time]). So the Dutch created huge incentives for the Indians in their empire to relocate to the sparsely populated Suriname; and these Indians brought their food with them. So when I ate lunch in New York City at a Surinamese place in The Bronx, I was surprised to see the menu filled with Curries, Chutney, Samosas, Fried Pakoras, and everything was served with rice and Indian Roti, (an oily flour tortilla-like bread), often accompanied by a small bowl of rich brown Curry-Gravy to dip into. The food from Suriname was Literally INDIAN FOOD. Thus the culinary story of Restaurant Riaz and its diverse menu started to make a lot of sense. The Indonesian food complimented the Surinamese meals; and the Indian dishes blended seamlessly with the other cuisines. And the Roti and Curry-Gravies went perfectly with everything. Restaurant Riaz is a big success story in my book. I can't wait to come here again - and this time I am going to bring a whole bunch of friends.

No vegetarian food available. They tell you they will take the animal out of your dish. Still they…read moreask € 20,- (€ 19,90 but if you pay cash you do not get your 10 cent back). This is almost fl.45,-(guilder/Gulden) voor een bakje rijst(rice)en een paar stukjes (9) groente(vegetabales). I am intollerent to green (red) pepper and told them. There was no problem they say at the counter. Still found 4 pieces in the dish at the end and maar me sick in the stomage the rest of the night. Still choose the shrimpdisch. This was the most terrible dish ever in my live (I am 54 years old) I stayed 2 month in Thailand and the food there is super. In Amsterdam Oost there is no sense of thaifood or any service. Never order there again. Thaicoon should be ashamd to call it Thai food because there are a lot of boedist people and who will never harm any living creature (strikt vegetarians). korp khun kráp (NOT!!!!!!!)

On our 4th week traveling all over Europe and we were craving for Asian food. We opted for Thaicoon…read more(clever name, by the way). Anyway, we found the food to be average and nothing special. Not as authentic as we would like it to be. Our green curry shrimp and especially the fried fish with chili sauce were significantly too sweet. I make Thai green and red curry at home back in the USA and I normally don't go overboard with the sugar. Also, bottled water cost more than alcohol and sodas so might as well order them instead of water, which is shockingly overpriced at 5 Euro per bottle. Tap water is not an option here unfortunately. Also, they don't offer Thai iced tea and mango with sticky rice so that's a let down. On a positive note, the service we received from a young lady (who spoke great English) was friendly. She was awesome.

OCHA was kind of a last minute decision and would not have made my top 20 list if I didn't have…read moreanother option. It was however, pretty interesting walking in. You immediately think you are another city then in Amsterdam. The staff was extremely friendly and had a very good attitude with us arriving so late. Being a group that enjoys family style, we needed Ho ordering a hodge of food. I will say the group favorite was the curry. This was everyone's vote but my own. I personally liked the chicken lo mein. It definitely shined over the mall Chinese food I had a few weeks ago. The Thai was my second favorite and it was a second favorite for the table as well. Very flavorful with a good hot and sweet vibe with the additional compliments available. I would go here again if it was the only thing open. Nothing was WOW... - Forever Foodie- Ela

This is a not so impressive looking eatery with very little space to move when you are not seated…read more The food, is very good so that makes everything alright! I don't know much about Thai food but I do know that the two times that I came here and the different things that I ordered, were all very delicious! I really liked the coconut cream soup with the mushrooms. I love mushrooms and I love anything coconut so why would I not love this?! This place is not very expensive so just go here and try it out. You really won't regret it! Although it's not expensive, you might be tempted to keep ordering more... I know I was! That's always a good sign, I'd say.

Located on Warmoesstraat, one of the oldest streets in Amsterdam and just a few minutes' walk from…read moreCentraal Station, Kam Yin occupies a historic stretch of the city that has long been associated with Amsterdam's multicultural food scene. The restaurant has operated in this area since 1980, helping establish its reputation as one of the city's best-known Surinamese-Chinese establishments. From the outside, the storefront is relatively modest and utilitarian, fitting seamlessly into the dense row of businesses that line the street. Inside, the focus is clearly on the food rather than elaborate décor, with a straightforward dining room with bench-style eating that reflects the restaurant's origins as a neighborhood eatery. At around 7pm on a Thursday night, the restaurant was mostly full, but able to accommodate our walk-in party of three. The menu reflects Amsterdam's unique Surinamese-Chinese culinary tradition, blending Chinese cooking techniques with Surinamese flavors and ingredients. You can choose from a wide variety of noodle dishes, rice plates, roast meats, soups, and Surinamese specialties, resulting in a menu that is significantly broader than that of a typical Chinese restaurant (seriously, the PDF version online is like a book). Large combination plates and takeaway-friendly options feature prominently, making Kam Yin particularly popular for quick, filling meals. The extensive selection provides an excellent introduction to one of Amsterdam's most distinctive food cultures. Both of my friends ordered noodle dishes (€10-16 depending on your choice of protein), which came with a generous portion of expertly-fried noodles that were well-seasoned and not overly greasy, as well as different varieties of succulent sliced meats ranging from roasted pork to tender prawns. I opted for the Roti Lamsvlees (€11,60), which is a hearty lamb curry with a whole hard-boiled egg, vegetables, and flaky, buttery roti for dipping. For only €11,60, this was a huge plate full of flavor, with two gargantuan roti - I could barely finish it! The curry is of a slightly different flavor than a traditional Indian curry, but delicious nonetheless. The lamb was pull-apart tender and not overly gamey, and the hard-boiled egg was an interesting and welcome addition. Pricing remains highly accessible by Amsterdam standards, with most diners able to enjoy a substantial meal for roughly €10-20 per person. Service is fast and friendly, and despite the restaurant being busy, our server encouraged us to stay as long as we wanted. All the food we tried was absolutely delicious with huge portions, and it's such a unique cuisine that you can't find in many other places. A must-try if you're in the area!

If you're looking for a fancy sit-down experience, this isn't it--but if you want a filling,…read moreaffordable meal in the heart of the city, Kam Yin is a very solid choice. It's a busy, "basic" spot on the Warmoesstraat that specializes in Surinamese-Chinese fusion (locally known as "Surinese"). I'm a fan of most Asian cuisines, but I specifically come here for the Surinamese side of the menu. I recently had the Stir-Fried Noodles with Mixed Meats (Moksie Meti). The meats were flavorful, and I particularly liked the sweetness of the Chinese sausage. The dish was a bit plain overall, but for the price and the portion size, it definitely does the job. Food: Good, reliable comfort food. It reminds me a bit of something you'd find in a casual Hong Kong eatery. Service: Very fast and efficient. Don't expect much "small talk" or frills--they are focused on getting the food out hot and keeping the tables moving. Vibe: Crowded and unpretentious. It's a great "bargain" spot for a quick bite before catching a train or heading out for the night. Pro Tip: If you like some heat, try a little of their house sambal (hot sauce) on the side, but be careful--it's got a real kick! Overall, it's a dependable 3 or 4-star spot. It won't be the best meal you ever have in Amsterdam, but it's consistent, cheap, and much better than the surrounding tourist traps.

Great restaurant and very friendly service. We had the chicken tikka masala and saag paneer, along…read morewith their homemade Indian ice cream (almond and cardamom flavor). All were so good!

Balraj is one of the oldest Indian restaurants in the city. You know they are 'authentic' in intent…read morebecause the owners actually still talk to each other in Hindi, yet being very fluent in the Dutch language. This reflects in the quality of food - you can get some very authentic and spicy options along with dishes 'blanded' down for the local flavor. Located in one of the nicest parts of the city (although there is a Subway that just opened up here), dining at Balraj is part of an even more extensive experience, that could include the best ice cream in town, nearby. One thing is for sure, you would be avoiding the throngs of aimless tourists and mind-numbing crowd noise. The prices are very attractive. Every dish comes with a serving of rice, lentils, an accompaniment in the form of a curry dish, and a 'roti'. It's a party in your tummy! Being a vegetarian, I still suffer from the lack of options, but that isn't generally a problem unless I aspire to dine here more than once a month. Even then, they have specials listed on the menu, which I assume are experiments that have the potential to be made part of the regular menu, if successful. One bit of advice - when in doubt about a dish, just ask. India has diversity in dish ingredients depending on region, even if they sound the same. So, something from the South could be a whole lot spicier than a dish with the same name from Central India. While not the most upscale Indian restaurant in the city, Balraj is quickly becoming my goto restaurant for national flavor. Give it a go, and check out the great tastes for yourself!

I came here with a few friends to try some Surinamese food in Amsterdam, as I heard it is one of…read morethe most well integrated cuisines in the Netherlands. Having never had it before, I was pleasantly surprised to see how many different parts of Asia seemed to influence this cuisine, especially given that Suriname is a South American country! There is satay, nasi goreng, goat curry, etc - stuff inspired from all over Asia but slightly different than you would get in their original countries. I ordered the chicken Longtong which is an Indonesian dish and a specialty of this place. It was OUTSTANDING and really filled me up too. I did not expect that especially given how nice and cheap it was - I had even ordered an extra side of Satay skewers which I then had to share. Service is nice and quick especially since you mostly just interact at the back stand to order, and then sit down. It was a bit crowded inside but the vibe is nice and we were able to get a table without waiting too much. One minor note is that our cards were not accepted here (visa, Mastercard), so make sure you bring cash! They did a good job of communicating this before we ordered so we did not have to waste too much time, and luckily we had just enough cash anyway. Overall, very solid recommendation for Amsterdam! Surinamese food is not to be missed.

We kwamen aan bij een gezellig eettentje, de geur van kruiden hing in de lucht…read more Zodra de bestelling gemaakt werd, wisten we dat we goed zaten. Sappige kip, smeuïge roti en perfect gekruide pom maakten elke hap een feest. De smaken waren puur, zoals je ze alleen in een authentieke Surinaamse keuken vindt. Met volle magen en een glimlach keken we elkaar aan. Dit was genieten. Echt goed, lekker en met liefde bereid. We komen hier zeker terug!

Food was excellent. Everything was delicious and not too spicy but very flavorful. Service was…read moregreat and nice quiet outside area away from the tourists. And great value for the quality. Overall a great experience.

Authentic Indian food, exactly like it would taste at a good dhaba in Punjab. We ate saag paneer,…read morewith chawal and wholewheat parantha. We were pleasantly surprised that the saag was made with actual mustard leaves instead of spinach. In India, saag is a seasonal dish, only available during the Winter. The prices are very fair, not at all like you'd expect as the restaurant is located just off the Leidseplein, one of the prime locations in Amsterdam. The staff is very friendly, polite, and accommodating. The service is fast, the restaurant is clean, and they don't play loud music. 5 out of 5 stars, will definitely visit again.