Excellent food and service. Owner and waitstaff were courteous and professional locals. The kitchen…read morestaff were Peruvian and added a Dutch twist to their native cuisine. Great find in a great up and coming neighborhood off the beaten tourist path.

I came here on a Sunday night keen to try something a bit different from the typical chain food…read moreslowly blighting the palates of much of the western world. I certainly wasn't disappointed. On arrival I was given the choice of sitting outside to enjoy the last of the evening sun or inside on one of many tables well spaced apart but all with views into the open kitchen and the inviting bar. I was presented with 3 menus. Food, wine and cocktails. I decided to go with a combination of the recommendations made and my personal tastes. The food menu covers 4 optional courses and priced consistent with any major city. The sourced ingredients I would discover later made all the difference to the flavours and I was grateful for the choice of quality over value which so often takes the edge of many great dishes. Having spent the day running the Rotterdam Marathon and several weeks of training restricting both what I eat and drank, this meal would be an opportunity to get some calories and pleasure back into me. I wasn't going to restrict myself. I ordered 2 cocktails to contrast the spectrum of traditional Peruvian cocktails. Starting with a Pisco Sour followed by a Chilcano. The Pisco Sour was an instant hit. The zest and flavours of the limes mixed with the sweet sugar syrup, bitters and egg white served as an excellent palate cleanser and set me in the mood for a great meal. I do not tend to enjoy cocktails usually finding them too sweet. But the Pisco Sour I think may now be my drink of choice. To Start I ordered Civiche Mixto. This consisted of prawn, octopus and kingfish served with sweet potato purée, corn, avacado and red onion. Flakes of sea salt had been added to the Avacado which helped bring out the flavour and juices. the sweet potato purée was a revelation with the fish, raising it to a whole new level. I them choose a lamb dish Seco de Corderito a la Nortena. This was beautifully presented. The intense sauce was fantastic full of flavours and heat which hit your tongue, but did not overpower the flavours. The lamb was cooked to perfection. Flaking away and melting in the mouth, yes still with the pinkness require to deliver the flavour. This was all served with a Peruvian White Chardonnay. Bursting with flavours of bananna and much drier than the buttery Australian versions we have become accustomed. Absolutely outstanding. I shall be back despite it being in a different country.

We had an outstanding meal at this unpretentious but delightful restaurant. We shared a trio…read morecrollo to start (see photo), a 3 part dish of ceviche, causa with tuna and huancaina (a kind of potato salad) - very delicious. For mains we had chaufa de mariscos (seafood risotto) and lomo saltado (strips of beef fillet fried with vegetables) - all extremely yummy, my only comment being that I could have done without so many French fries with the lomo, very tasty though they were. For dessert we shared a maracuya (passion fruit) cheesecake with mango sorbet (see other photo) which was superb. We had some Peruvian beer with the food, which was an inspired choice as it went very well with it. Wine was available in half bottles, but not a great selection and I suspect it would have been a bit of a disappointment. Service was excellent and friendly. Ambience was good: it's a smallish place which was full most of them time we were there, so it's a good idea to book. Many of the other diners appeared to be Peruvians or Spaniards which must surely be a good sign of being popular with people who know about Peruvian food. Cost was 75 Euros for 2 which is perhaps a little pricey but in our opinion the delicious, imaginative and very high quality food was well worth it. Overall it was an excellent dining experience and I can't recommend it too highly as a very enjoyable place to eat.

Soy peruano, residente en Amsterdam, feliz de comer autentica, rica comida en este pequeño…read moreagradable local.

Imagine two of your favorite cuisines combined to create a unique experience. Well, Chef Koosh…read moreKothari born in Indian and raised in Peru decided to create a menu merging both cultures resulting in one of the most amazing flavors I've ever taste. We opted for the pre-fix menu with wine pairing to have the full experience but notice that you also have the option to order a la carta. The Piscos seemed to be the order of the day because every table had one so we decided to order two to start our evening. They were perfectly balanced and dangerously smooth. Throughout the culinary experience, each dish tells a story presented in the most artistic way with bold flavors. Honestly mind-blowing. I only have one small criticism. When we arrived at the restaurant we were seated and ignored for a good 15-20min. I must admit that the place was completely full and the staff seemed to be rushing from one side to the other from table to table. We called their attention and were promptly taken care of in the best way possible throughout the evening.

First time having Peruvian food and Nazka delivers wholeheartedly. Every single dish here is…read moreprepared with skill and precision, whether an appetizer, entree or dessert. The drinks are also expertly crafted. Try literally anything here and it will be fantastic. We got ceviche, octopus, potatoes and a mousse dessert that had a bit of a kick to it. One of the best restaurants I have been to across the board. Well done, Nazka!

I walked by the restaurant when it was closed and walked by again and it was open. The small…read morerestaurant filled up quickly. The service is relaxed and kind. The table next to me had their dog with them and the server brought the dog some water. The food looks great and tastes even better. The restaurant is not very quiet; full of conversations and Latin music.

Nice place , but the owner can be a little more nice. It's quite pity to be talked so coldlyread more

If you love steak, come to Salmuera. This place was recommended to me for the food and also the…read moredrinks. I ordered a steak with an appetizer and side. They have a lot of steak options. I also tried the mezcal pairing. It was a great experience in total. This was also how I learned that I don't care for mezcal. Now I know to avoid it in other situations. The staff was very patient and helpful with explaining how a meal works here. They will take the time to talk about what you like to make sure you select the right thing and answer any questions. The cocktail was also really good. I made a reservation, which seemed like the thing to do because it was lively inside. I mentioned this place to friends and they had already heard about it so it seems to be pretty popular and for good reason.

I found the cutest hole in the wall Latin Asian Fusion restaurant and my dinner was a 10/10! I had…read morea signature matcha, ginger, coconut, and pineapple mocktail topped with rose pedals and rose syrup. Buenos Aires style empanadas, duck mole with a sesame yogurt sauce, fried yuca, and cauliflower with a sweet and spicy glaze. For dessert I had the chocotorta (it's an Argentinian chocolate cake with a chocolate cookie base, cream cheese, and dulce de leche) Needless to say that I enjoyed my dining experience at Sal! Everything was delicious and the team made me feel special on my birthday.

Excellent dining experience! My husband recommended this place from a recommendation from a…read morecoworker. It was a great choice!

I highly recommend for the service, delicious food, and wonderful ambiance. This is a unique place…read morebecause they change kitchens every few months or sooner - meaning they have a different menu with all new types of food. This week was South American. It was delicious. They bring the food to you, it's all a surprise. It's done very well. The outside will be nice when it re-opens with nice weather too.