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The Seafood Bar

4.5 (253 reviews)
PriceySeafood
Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Moderate noise
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Allen M.

Outstanding seafood! Easy to find in Amsterdam. Grilled King Prawns were awesome. Calamari and kibberling was great also. Service was very attentive. Bottled water (still/bubbly) Great flavors. Really enjoyed our meal.

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Michael M.

I always love coming here for the Fruits de Mer "The Seafood Bar." It is a tower of cold crustaceans and shellfish; mussels, cockles, razor clams, sturgeon shrimps, vongole (clams), periwinkles, prawns, crayfish, house salad, crab, and 2 oysters. The service is decent and great for dinner's with colleagues or loved one's.

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Adrianna S.

We loved our dinner at The Seafood Bar. They had a good wine selection and really enjoyed the rosé we ordered with dinner. We had the local oysters, asparagus and The Mixed grill. Everything was amazing. We loved the grilled seafood platter. It was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Service was good. They are busy but still attentive. It is bigger than it looks. Definitely make a reservation though because it gets busy and fills up quickly. Lovely atmosphere with good energy.

Rosey G.

Like other Yelpers have mentioned, they are THE place for fresh seafood in Amsterdam. Elegant and chic interior and friendly service. They have 3 branches in Amsterdam, so it's likely you will be surround by your neighbor. Don't hesitate to give them a try.

Ben Z.

Location just outside city center was fantastic. Appeared to be in a renovated bank. Reservations were honored and we were seated promptly. Wait staff was fantastic and made the evening even more enjoyable. The food was fresh, menu was full of wonderful options. Food presentation and flavors were first class. Overall a wonderful evening. Highly recommended.

Sabrina V.

Delish!! Our whole family loved this restaurant! Our fave dish was the cod filet but everything we ordered was amazing! And the service was excellent as well. Our server, Augustina, was delightful! We would highly recommend!

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Kemdilee N.

This was an amazing dinner option. The restaurant is cute and very clean. I love the open kitchen concept. Our waiter Brian (I think), was so helpful and nice. The food was very tasty and flavorful. We had an all around great experience. The menu has a good variety to please everyone. I will definitely be returning here and I recommend you give this place a try.

Side order of fries
Maitina M.

This restaurant came recommended by a local when we asked for a restaurant that served mussels. We made our reservation and decided to give it a try. It was very busy when we got there. In spite of this, we were immediately seated. Our waitress came to us and took our orders. Before we knew it, our plates started coming to us! Really quick service. I ordered the French style mussels with cream sauce. While it tasted good, I've had better. I will say that the mussels themselves were clearly very fresh. All my other friends seemed to enjoy what they picked. All together, Im happy we decided to give this place a try.

Crab cakes.
Robert R.

Getting towards the end of our trip and spending a few days in Amsterdam. Our first dinner stop was here at the SeafoodBar. It's a very nice spot, busy but a very attentive staff. We tried a few things, garlic butter shrimp was so good for an app. The oysters were a real hit at the table and I forgot to mention how great the drinks were. We had the cold seafood platter at the table along with the fish and chips and the salmon plate. All in all, very much worth the stop. There was a slight problem with the bill, I have to say, management was very apologetic and corrected it. They did a great job with all around service. It's a busy restaurant, get there with expectations to wait a bit but it's a nice place to enjoy a drink while you wait.

Mia B.

Foods are great the place in not too big need a reservation fresh sea foods every table enjoyed their foods

Oyster party
Vijay B.

Great choice of seafood on the menu Oysters. Calamari. Great atmosphere. Pretty busy Isakeal server. Alysia reception were awesome.

The seafood crustation combo for two
Debra T.

Amsterdam! Looking for an excellent seafood restaurant? The Seafood Bar is a great choice. The service was fantastic, the food was so fresh and tasty, and the dessert was amazing.

Salmon
Maria E.

Great fresh seafood! The mixed grill was delicious but make sure to say "gluten free" if you are. My friend loved her salmon. Great atmosphere too! I'll be back!

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This was just wonderful! The food was fresh and delicious, and the service was really attentive. It truly made for a great experience.

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Very fresh seafood with good wines available by the glass. Service was attentive, yet unobtrusive. Highly recommend.

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Tasty food and fresh! Nice eatery and friendly staff. Had to go down steps to bathroom. Nice decor.

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Wonderful worth going. Very nice. Food was delicious. Fairly priced. Nice table. Not such a good view.

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The service is not so good. They look so busy and don't have good intention to help the customers.

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Pesca - Different styles or raw oysters

Pesca

4.5(101 reviews)
0.9 kmJordaan, Centrum
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Pesca offers a dining experience unlike anything I've tried before--truly unique and incredibly…read moreenjoyable. When you walk in, you're greeted by their in-house fish market, where everything is visibly fresh and beautifully displayed. You simply choose the fish or shellfish you want, they assemble your order, print a ticket, and you continue on to the wine shop. Before going any further, I want to highlight how impressive the fish market is. It feels almost like stepping into a wholesale seafood market, complete with checker-tape pricing. The staff will tell you exactly how each item can be prepared. For example, when we ordered a dozen mussels, they explained all the options and recommended a coconut curry preparation--an excellent choice and absolutely delicious. Once you have your ticket, you head into the wine bar. The team already knows how your meal will be prepared and offers thoughtful wine-pairing suggestions based on your selections. From there, you're taken to your table, where the outstanding service continues. We were served a beautiful basket of fresh bread almost immediately, along with our chosen wine. By the way, did I mention how beautiful the place is! For starters, I ordered a dozen oysters, and each pair was prepared in a different style. Every single one was outstanding. The mussels in curry sauce were so good that I needed extra bread just to savor every drop. Finally, we had monkfish--an impressively large piece, perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and absolutely incredible. From start to finish, the entire experience was exceptional. The team at Pesca, and truly the people of the Netherlands, know how to do it right. Hats off to this outstanding restaurant. I only wish we had one where I live--I'd be there every day. Actually, it would be dangerous to have Pesca too close...I'd go bankrupt:)

Very cool experience here. Upon checking in you're given the low down on how it all works and given…read morea can of sardines with your table number written on it. A fun keepsake! You choose your seafood and they tell you how it will be served. The seafood is weighed and you're given a tally of your meal. You also choose a selection of sides to go with your dinner. Once you choose your seafood you go to the wine bar and choose your drinks. We chose a pasta side orecchiette with pesto sauce and curried cauliflower. For our main dish, we chose the seabreem. We started with scallops and calamari which were both delicious and our seabreem was perfectly cooked. It would be nice to have more than one option as to how our fish could be made but all in all everything was fresh and well prepared. Service came with a smile and you can't beat the novelty and ambiance!

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Pesca - Wine bar

Wine bar

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Fresh fish

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The Seafood Bar - Exquisite seafood.

The Seafood Bar

4.1(273 reviews)
1.3 kmMuseumkwartier, Zuid
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What a fulfilling way to spend what was supposed to be a full day that unexpectedly turned into…read morejust five hours in Amsterdam. We had originally booked the Damrak 213 location but had to cancel due to a flight delay. Determined to make the most of our short time before heading to Paris the next morning, I chose this location because it was close to the areas we wanted to explore after dinner -- and I'm so glad I did. After reading on their website that they keep tables available for walk-ins at most locations, we decided to try our luck. As soon as my best friend and I walked in, we were not disappointed. The ambiance felt right immediately -- warm, inviting, and full of good energy. There was little to no wait, and the fresh seafood display at the front looked incredible. Vanessa was our lovely server and truly a whole vibe throughout the evening. She, along with "Mr. Champion," gave us great suggestions on where to walk and explore next -- and we absolutely took their advice. I love a menu where you can order and split a little bit of everything with a friend, and every single dish was perfection. The shrimp croquettes, king prawns, asparagus, roasted carrots, and fish and chips (kibbeling) were all served hot, fresh, and packed with flavor at a very reasonable price. The kitchen was run by a Black chef who was clearly putting in serious work and completely understanding the assignment. I wanted to personally commend him, but he was fully locked in and busy creating magic. Even the espresso martini stood out -- easily one of the best I've had. Great, relatable conversations, amazing food, and the evening ended on a sweet note with a complimentary lemon crème brûlée served with sparkles. This spot is truly a neighborhood gem. I'm so glad we chose this location -- it turned a rushed travel day into a memorable night dining with some true champions. We can't wait to return with more time to fully enjoy the experience.

Honestly, I'm surprised this place has so many great reviews because my experience was completely…read morethe opposite. When I walked in, there was only one person at the entrance, and I was completely ignored. A family ahead of me was immediately seated, but I had to wait and try to get someone's attention--it took quite a while. I was finally seated at the bar, which was fine since I was alone, but I couldn't shake the feeling that I was an inconvenience. Everything, from getting a drink to ordering food, felt like a struggle, and the staff didn't make me feel welcome at all. The food was okay--I've had better--but the overall experience left me feeling unwelcome, and I couldn't wait to leave. I'm genuinely surprised by the high reviews, because I felt quite the opposite. I'm not sure I'd recommend this place or come back

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The Seafood Bar - Interesting light fixture

Interesting light fixture

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Mixed grill platter

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Interior, The Seafood Bar, Museum District, Amsterdam

Rob Wigboldus Vishandel - Fresh herring sandwich

Rob Wigboldus Vishandel

4.7(15 reviews)
0.6 kmCentrum

This place was recommended in an article that I read about things to do/try in Amsterdam. On our…read morefirst morning in the city, our walking tour guide also recommended it saying if there was one "Dutch" food to try, herring was it! Not only that, he said it was the time of year for fresh, great tasting herring. So after building up an appetite during our tour, we walked straight to Rob Wigboldus Vishandel. At the counter, I asked for a menu but the friendly older gentleman (possibly the owner) replied saying we probably wanted the herring sandwich, so we went with his suggestion. It's a very small place - we were lucky to grab a table while we waited. It didn't take long though, the sandwiches are very simply made: fresh herring, chopped onions, and pickles. That's it. I'm not going to lie, I was not expecting to really like this fishy sandwich, but when in Rome ... And guess what? It was delicious! Herring is naturally oily and mild-tasting! It was very inexpensive, too! I wish we had more time to go back while we were in town.

It's exactly what I expected! As a tourist I heard about the famous local herring and had to try…read moresome. Sandwiches were the way to go according to the locals, so this was it. It was close to my hotel and centrally located downtown Amsterdam. No line, they took credit card and the guys were very friendly! Only gave it 4 stars because I was a big fan of the sandwich but that is personal taste / choice. If you're in town you gotta try one and this is as good as it gets!

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Rob Wigboldus Vishandel - Counter

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Frens Haringhandel

Frens Haringhandel

4.5(63 reviews)
0.2 kmCentrum

Frens Haringhandel was my favorite stop for food on a recent trip to Amsterdam. On my first visit I…read moretried the Herring Sandwich. Soft bread was filled with soft tender fresh herring (which had no fishiness in its flavor), crisp onions and tangy pickles. I understand why this is a popular street food. On my second visit I had the Fried Cod. Meaty and flakey nuggets of Cod were coated in a perfectly crisp breading with a nice saltiness and flavorful spices. The side of tartar sauce was heavenly creamy, sweet and tangy. Frens Haringhandel is a must visit.

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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Pickled Herring

Mr. Crab

Mr. Crab

2.8(18 reviews)
0.6 kmCentrum
€€€

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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