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.

This was my favorite food stop when I was in Amsterdam. I ate here everyday! The prices are amazing…read moreand the sandwiches are out of this world. I highly doubt you'll get a better deal on eating in Europe. I especially loved the Bruschetta sandwiches here, both of them are lovely, they are chockful of meats and cheeses. You could eat them cold or what you should do is have him heat it up and then demolish it right then and there. Mr. Serious behind the counter (not his real name) makes a MEAN SANDWICH! We actually spoke to him, he's actually real chill. Go, you will not be disappointed.

One of the cheapest places to get sandwiches in Amsterdam! It's a little further away from Centraal…read moreStation but only about 15 mins away by tram. Located in a farmers market everyday except Sundays and Mondays. Luckily Boer Geert was very close to our Airbnb during our stay in Amsterdam! CHEAP AND SO GOOD!! At around 3 euros or more for a sandwich with a generous amount of meat! It's all made to order and cooked fresh right in front of you! Only takes a few mins for them to finish your order, but it's worth the wait if you're an impatient and hungry person. Definitely recommend if you're in this area for a quick and cheap meal! Also, CASH ONLY.

Very good. Food delicious. Guy was nice. Cute little shop. I'd come everyday if I couldread more

The best haring place in Amsterdam! Great food and easy easy. Take time to learn the short menu…read morebefore just guessing. Go with cash or Dutch bank card. The long time customers tell me it's "The best haring in Amsterdam" too. Always fresh and consistent. Prices are so low it's easy to go often. Fast and Lekker! Many different options and they prepare most of them quickly for you while you wait! Took them a few weeks to warm up to me but they were always professional and pleasant. Worth a trip if you're in Amsterdam! Located in the lovely oud-west area - a close walk from Jordaan or Leidseplein.

Such a great market !…read more There were food stalls, clothes , accessories-- the usual thinks you see. Fun place to walk around and do "tastings" of local eats. We bought Dutch cheeses ( cheaper than the specialty stores either same brands) , scarves, freshly made stroopwafels, herring fish sandwiches ( not our thing), and all kinds of things. Very nice to spend a couple hours.

The quintessential Amsterdam market experience! There is nothing better than strolling through…read moreAlbert Cuyp Markt on a sunny day. It spans several city blocks and truly has something for everyone. Whether you are looking for fresh groceries (produce, fish, cheese), unique clothing, jewelry, or home goods, you'll find it here. It's also a great spot to pick up souvenirs that feel a bit more authentic than the shops in the city center. You absolutely have to stop at Rudi's Original Stroopwafels. For just 3€, you get one of the best, freshest stroopwafels in the city. Watching them make it right in front of you is half the fun!

I genuinely think poffertjes should be a required food worldwide…read more We got some at Albert Cuyp Market and honestly... perfect. Super fluffy, warm, covered in plenty of powdered sugar, and exactly what I wanted after walking around Amsterdam all day. People add toppings and sauces and all kinds of extras, but these didn't even need it. Just give me the pancakes and the sugar and leave me alone for a minute. I would happily eat a billion of them.

These were the tastiest poffertjes i have ever had, they truly do "melt in your mouth" and I grew…read moreup eating these from my Dutch step-mother. Watching them being cooked was fun and fast. The Albert Cuyp Markt has a lot of vendors, make sure to stop here.

Very friendly service... And the herring was absolutely delicious... Later in the day, I walk back…read morethrough for another one

Raw herring is an Amsterdam specialty and this place does it best. This delectable treat tastes…read morevery fresh complimented with pickles and onion with a toothpick that has the Netherlands flag. If you're not into raw, try it cooked it is also amazing. I returned to this establishment on various occasions because it is a treat that is one of a kind.

Visser is a typical Dutch herring stand. Good herring, friendly owners and the location is an…read moreabsolute can't miss: they are in the center of the center :-) Have your herring Dutch style (grab herring by the tail, tilt your head back and enjoy) or have it cut up in small pieces and enjoy it on the go.

I can't really write a too long review, but I wanted Yelp to know that Vleesch noch Visch is…read morenothing short of amazing. They've won foodtruck awards which is where I first ran into them: this was at the 'Rollende Keukens'. It's full vegetarian gyros in the best bun/wrap combination, great veggies and a home-made tzatziki sauce to die for. If the sun is out you can eat outside of the place, they have a small bar to sit as well but also do take-out. TL:DR; TRY THIS. You won't be dissapointed.

Bumped into this little food truck during my walk home and LOVED the food and service there. So…read morenice, I could even charge my phone there (to find back home). The pita I had was delicious! Vegetarian, healthy and homemade. Especially loved the peanut sauce and the fresh veggies. I'll be back!

I enjoy food halls, especially when I'm on vacation. Market 33 was a short walk from my hotel. It's…read morelocated in the Business District not too far from Station Zuid. There's 10 food vendors and they offer a nice variety of cuisines. I was on a mission to try bitterballen and discovered that a vendor called Snackbear had it. The bitterballen was good, but I couldn't eat all of it (the order came with 6 pieces). All drinks (including non-alcoholic) are ordered at the bar. They have two bars. I found that to be a little different from the food halls that I've been to in the U.S. The building is split level. They have a patio at the front entrance. There's plenty of tables throughout the building, however if you have mobility issues, you may have difficulty. I only recall one or two vendors being on the bottom floor. I'm not sure if they have a lift. I visited on a Tuesday afternoon during lunch so it wasn't terribly busy. They have live music on Fridays as well as other events like sports watch parties. If you're in the Business District, check it out!

So much fun and great food! We are a group of 6 people and everyone enjoyed something different. We…read morehad burgers, pizza, sushi, dim sum and ramen from the different food places. The bar is great for a variety of gin and tonic drinks. Service was quick and staff is very efficient with cleaning tables. The atmosphere is fun with great music.

Not just Herring, but they also have a smoked salmon sandwich and a hotdog in a bun that looked…read morevery good. I love the little pickle slices and the chopped onions. This is not a restaurant but more like a food truck/trailer. Service was good, and from the to-go concept, you can walk and eat outside.

so good. i wish we had raw herring as a street food in the states too. it's clean, fresh, and…read moredelicious. didn't taste or smell fishy. salted and frozen before serving thawed, it isn't overly salty. i really liked the pairing of the diced onions and pickles with the fish as well. not sure how much of it i can eat in one sitting, but i'd eat it as a guilt free tasty snack every day if i could. stand ladies are efficient. must try when in amsterdam.