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    The Happy Pig

    4.5 (169 reviews)
    InexpensivePancakes
    Open • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Dutch pancake with filling
    Brian W.

    Good, small Dutch pancake shop that gets it done. Came for lunch and got a great, rolled pancake with Gouda, ham, and chutney (sort of curry onions - not spicy, despite what the menu said). Good, fresh, pretty fast, and the service was good.

    Small space, big flavors
    Peter L.

    This tiny space delivers big! Great dutch pancakes with super fresh toppings (if they have strawberries, definitely get them!). Coffee drinks are also very good - strong without being bitter. They have limited seating, but if there are some stools in front of a window, which is the perfect spot to enjoy the treats and people watch. Friendly and engaging staff, and a great spot for a pancake and coffee break!

    Classic pancake with banana
    Katherine G.

    Good, but nothing too spectacular. I had to try dutch pancakes while visiting Amsterdam and this appeared as one of the best places. We came in the morning around opening time, and there weren't too many people inside. I got a classic pancake with banana inside since they were out of strawberries. They're all made to order of course, and came out pretty fast! The pancake was pretty large and generous in portion. I love how it waspresented :) The batter was good, and the bananas added a nice touch to it as well. I loved how fresh everything tasted. At the end of the day, it really is just what you expect though - nothing too too magical. Solid spot for breakfast or a quick snack!

    Vegan chili pancakes and vegan pancakes with strawberries and vegan chocolate hazelnut sauce
    Cameron B.

    Went here 2 out of 3 days I was in Amsterdam with my wife. We both loved it. I made my own mini pancakes concoction while she ordered the vegan Chili pancakes. 5 out of 5 from both of us. It was so good we even got an order of pancakes with strawberries and vegan chocolate hazelnut sauce to share on top of our own orders on the second day. The drinks were awesome as well, I got the chai latte both days and it was great. Wife had the matcha latte and is normally not a fan of matcha but very much enjoyed her drink as well. The workers were very nice and even recognised us. Cool little spot, definitely coming back the next time I'm in town.

    Such a great little place! We went there twice, two separate days! With nice staff. My husband had the sweet and I had the salty and we shared! It was perfect combo! (Ham & Cheese, Nutella & Banana) Yumm!!

    Swan L.

    This place is so cute and the name and its proximity to our hotel definitely caught our eye for a quick brunch. It's order at the counter and then find a seat. We selected one savory pancake ham and cheese roll and a sweet waffle with strawberries. Beware as our eyes were bigger than our stomachs and that pancake roll was so filling. The items are made to order so we were able to peripherally watch them prepare the pancake. Both were very good, not dense, fluffy in texture but still very filling. A great quick option

    Sweet and savory crepes! Added bacon to mine on the right.
    Connie F.

    Small like most places but so good! I like the way they cut the crepes up into pieces which made it easy to eat with the small wood spoons. My boys went for the strawberry and Nutella. I had the smoked cheese and onion jam and bacon. We left full and happy!

    Gives you an idea of the size in comparison to my hand.
    Deana Marie L.

    I ordered the vegan rolled pancake with strawberries, bananas, chocolate sauce and powdered sugar. I tend to have a sweet tooth in the morning, so this was the perfect breakfast! I love how they make the pancakes right in front of you. The fruit tasted super fresh and they were not stingy! The rolled pancake was slightly difficult to eat, but that made it fun! The employees were kind, the space was cute, and it was in a central location! Overall, the pancakes were a great snack, and a sweet experience. To see my visit to The Happy Pig and all of the vegan food I ate in Amsterdam, watch my "eat with me in Amsterdam" video on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VrHHkoYKko&t=479s

    Everybody's Sweetheart with lemon and sugar
    Shelby S.

    Having vegan options abroad is so important when I travel. This place has great vegan items on the menu! I got the pancake roll with bananas, chocolate hazelnut sauce, almond slices, and lemon and sugar. BREAKFAST OF THE GODS. The service was kind and shop was cozy. Loved this place.

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    Jenna W.

    Was a cute hole in the wall I had found while waiting for stores to open. The service was awesome and they were quick with our order even with the big morning crowd. Food was delicious, sweet, and savory.

    Teresa B.

    Looking for iconic Dutch pancakes? Do not pass this place up! Quaint corner eatery with only a few dine-in seating spots but clearly designed for an easy to-go experience, the savory and sweet filled pancakes are quickly made to order and surprisingly filling! We arrived right as they opened on our last day in the city. Needing to satisfy my sweet tooth, I ordered the "Everybody's Sweetheart" which has bananas, chocolate-hazelnut sauce, toasted almonds, and I added strawberries to it. My friend chose a savory option ordering the "Dutch Delight" with gouda cheese, fig jam and adding ham that was so good I contemplated ordering a second one.

    Anthony W.

    This place was so cute and the food was amazing! It's great for breakfast or brunch. The service was good.

    Vegan pancake with bananas and vegan whipped cream on top

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    This was SO amazing for breakfast. We ordered way to much, FYI they are big, but wow, such a delicious and unique treat

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    Great pancakes at great prices! Our daughter recommended this place and we are glad we found it!

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    Dutch pancakes that are done to perfection! Delicious authentic treat! Nice staff. Highly recommend.

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    Great pancakes and friendly staff. Was very happy with the food recommendation la of the wait staff. It's a must place to go when in town.

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    Great place in Amsterdam for breakfast and people watch. Coffee and Dutch pancakes. In a cosy section. In the corner

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    Food was good, but a bit pricy. The staff were friendly and overall a worthwhile experience.

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    Pannenkoekenhuis Upstairs - Bananas, cream, rum...perfect!

    Pannenkoekenhuis Upstairs

    4.6(224 reviews)
    0.3 km•De Wallen, Centrum
    •€€

    What a fun little Amsterdam find! First things first: reservations are HIGHLY recommended. Seating…read moreis only on the hour, starting at noon, and this place is tiny. We're talking just four tables, with only two that can seat a party of four. They'll consider walk-ins at opening if there's room, but I wouldn't chance it. Then there's the setting. Funky, quirky, cozy, and packed with wonderfully random decorations. Like teapots and cups on the ceiling. And yes, you really do go upstairs...very steep stairs! Definitely something to know if mobility is an issue. But let's talk PANCAKES! We ordered four for our table of four--two savory and two sweet--which was WAY too much food, but OMG, they were incredible. Huge, thin, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The tiny kitchen can only cook two pancakes at a time, which somehow just adds to the charm. Prices were surprisingly reasonable, too. Just don't dally--you have your table for an hour, and then it's time for the next lucky group to climb those stairs. Would I go back? HECK YA! We barely scratched the surface of the menu, and there are plenty more pancakes calling my name. Friendly staf

    IMPORTANT: CASH ONLY or debit. I was so excited to try this…read moreplace and we made our way there winding through the streets of Amsterdam. When we arrived and hiked upstairs, yes it's a hike straight up steep stairs, only to see the sign "fully booked" womp womp. HOWEVER, we asked if there was a waiting list because we didn't realize reservations are basically necessary. WE GOT LUCKY as a table was available because someone didn't show for their reservations!! We ordered the special of the day, blueberry & cream, and a bacon, cheese and apple pancake. Quickly cooked up and served and boy were they both delicious! I also didn't know it was a cash only establishment or debit card. Whom I presume was the owner was so sweet and again luckily our US credit card could be processed as debit. Saved me from having to do dish duty! Definitely a must do in Amsterdam but make a reservation and carry cash! Also to note, they only have 4 tables and if you're more than 5 minutes late for your reservation they may have given away your table!

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    Pannenkoekenhuis Upstairs - Interior of restaurant

    Interior of restaurant

    Pannenkoekenhuis Upstairs - Mini banana and chocolate pancakes at Dutch Pancake Masters in Amsterdam

    Mini banana and chocolate pancakes at Dutch Pancake Masters in Amsterdam

    Pannenkoekenhuis Upstairs

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    Winkel 43

    Winkel 43

    4.5(936 reviews)
    1.0 km•Jordaan, Centrum
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    Winkel 43 is a legendary stop right on the corner of Westerstraat and Noordermarkt in the Jordaan,…read moreperfectly situated along the Prinsengracht canals and just a short walk from the Anne Frank House. While it functions as a cozy, traditional Dutch brown café, virtually everyone comes here for one main reason: the famous Dutch apple pie (*appeltaart*). It completely lives up to the reputation. Served warm with a massive dollop of fresh whipped cream, it's thick, perfectly spiced, and has an almost cake-like crust that sets it apart. Pairing a slice with a fresh mint tea is pretty much mandatory. Because of its status and location, it's almost always buzzing with people--especially on market days--but the staff manages the perpetual queue remarkably fast. Snagging a table on the outdoor terrace for some people-watching along the canal is hard to beat. Whether you're taking visitors around the neighborhood or just out exploring the Jordaan.

    There was a long line and a pretty long wait when we went. The place was fully packed, with both…read moreindoor and outdoor seating. I'd say about 95% of the people were ordering the apple pie, so of course we had to get one to see what the hype was about. The apple pie is pretty unique, it's basically a big chunk of cooked apple topped with a sweet, crumbly cookie like crust. The flavor reminded me of those little brown biscuits you get as airplane snacks... basically Biscoff cookies. lol!!! Overall, you really taste the natural apple flavor along with that Biscoff like cookie flavor. The pie itself isn't very sweet, which I actually liked, but adding some whipped cream definitely brings up the sweetness and makes it even better. The setup is pretty straightforward: get in line, order and pay, pick up your food, then find your own seat. It's definitely a popular spot, so be prepared for the crowd and a bit of a wait.

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    Winkel 43 - A bit more seating towards the front of the store - outside tables and benches also available

    A bit more seating towards the front of the store - outside tables and benches also available

    Winkel 43 - Apple Pie

    Apple Pie

    Winkel 43 - Some seating in the back

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    Some seating in the back

    PANCAKES Amsterdam

    PANCAKES Amsterdam

    3.6(138 reviews)
    0.6 km•Centrum
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    When there aren't many international reviews, each one counts and there is one goober who gave them…read morea one star because they didn't offer change for cash. You know why goober? Because it explicitly says no cash on the entrance! I can't stand bad yelpers. This place is terrific and if you want a nice breakfast or lunch in a casual and relaxed place literally within spitting distance of the Anne Frank House, this is it. They do have American pancakes but don't waste your time on those. Get one of their pancakes which are kind of like crepes but definitely a pancake. So good! Plus they have both gluten-free and vegan options as well. FOOD: The pancakes are amazing. I had a pastrami pancake (holiday special) and it was delicious. My wife had the honey and cheese with apples and that was delicious also. It was fun, different, and tasty all in one. SERVICE: Terrific. Great service and the portions are just right. You may not be totally stuffed, but you will be comfortably full and that's coming from a big guy. And like I said, can't believe they had gluten-free options! COST: A bit pricey but considering this is an unique experience, then totally worth it. Would definitely go again.

    We stopped here for lunch after The Anne Frank House. Pancakes for lunch? Yeah, I wasn't sure, but…read morethis was a hit. You can get sweet or savory pancakes, and unless you get the American style pancakes, their pancakes are like crepes. Light and thin. I got the spicy one with egg, chicken and spinach. It was tasty. They need some hot sauce and other sauces to go with the savory pancakes, but it was very good. My wife got the bacon and mushroom pancake. It was also very good. A pleasant surprise! Would definitely try again.

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    PANCAKES Amsterdam - Inside decor

    Inside decor

    PANCAKES Amsterdam - Showing how thin the Dutch pancakes are

    Showing how thin the Dutch pancakes are

    PANCAKES Amsterdam

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