One of the most intriguing meals I kept seeing for years before I visited Amsterdam was the…read moreRijsttafel and knew I had to get it. I went with 6 other friends on this trip and talked it up for days. Some were apprehensive since it's out of their comfort zone but I'm happy to report this was almost everyone's favorite meal throughout Europe! We decided on the Rijsttafel Special which was 15 courses laid out in order from mild to spicy, perfect since there were some who don't do heat. There was a mix of different vegetable, fish and meat also perfect for the non meat eaters. The flavors of everything was so insanely good but my favorite was the Babi Kecap, pork braised in soy with cinnamon and star anise. The portions given was exactly the right amount for us all and the service was very kind. Definitely a must go for travelers!

Great service and food. A nice open dining area with lots of space in the middle of Leidseplein…read more You need to walk up the stairs, so not very handicapped accessible. I fist went here in 2009 while on a work trip. It was also featured on a Rick Steve's Europe episode one time! It's a great choice if you didn't plan on anything, need a warm table, away from the crowds in the center of Amsterdam. As far as the food goes, I loved it all...but I don't have much experience with Indonesian food.

Thank you to my friend, Keandra, who recommended this beautiful restaurant for a Rijsttafel, known…read moreas a rice table. Definitely make a reservation as the narrow restaurant has limited seating. They turned away several parties on an early Thursday evening around 7 PM. A rijsttafel is an elaborate Indonesian meal that was adapted by the Dutch who colonized Indonesia. It consists of many, many side dishes served in small portions that are accompanied by rice prepared in several different ways. Although the dishes served are undoubtedly Indonesian, the rijsttafel's origins were colonial. The Dutch introduced the rice table to impress visitors with the exotic abundance of their colony while showcasing foods from different regions. Rijsttafels strive to feature an array of flavors, colors, degrees of spiciness and textures. The dishes may be crispy, crunchy, chewy, soft, hard or velvety. Such a beautiful display. A feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Ordered both the large and small Tujuh Maret's rice table. The larger rijsttafel includes all the specialties of the chef, composed of 18 different dishes. The smaller rice table can be ordered as mild-medium or medium spicy including chicken and tofu satay, yellow rice, jasmine rice, sweet and sour salads and prawn or rice crackers. Chicken dishes included (from least to most spicy): Ajam Opor-Chicken in a mild sauce of coconut and kurkuma. Ajam Roedjak-Chicken in a spicy sauce of red peppers and coconut. Ajam Rica Rica-Chicken in a spicy sauce of assorted peppers. Beef dishes included (from least to most spicy): Daging Smoor-Beef in a mild soy sauce and nutmeg Daging Rendang-Beef in a spicy sauce of various peppers and coconut Daging Belado-Beef in a spicy sauce of red peppers and tomatoes. Satay dishes included: Sate Ajam- Chicken satay with peanut sauce. Sate Tahu- Tofu satay with peanut sauce. Side dishes included: Gado Gado-Mixed vegetables with peanut butter sauce. Sambal Goreng Telor-Boiled egg with spicy sauce. Atjar Kuning Menado-Sweet and sour salad. Krupuk-Prawn crackers. Emping-Vegetarian crackers. Seroendeng-Grated coconut with peanuts. Nasi Putih-Steamed Jasmine rice. Nasi Kuning-Yellow rice with coconut and lemongrass. Although everything was delicious, it was definitely hard to remember what was what, even after our hostess was graciously described each of the 30 dishes that were on our rice tables. Labels would have helped. Finished with a Pandan crepe filled with coconut. A beautiful way to end a really nice evening in Amsterdam.

Delicious meal in AMS…read more According to Google, rice table, or rijsttafel, is a traditional meal that combines dishes from different Indonesian food cultures and is served with rice. The Dutch adapted the dish during their colonization of Indonesia (1602-1942), basing it on the Indonesian feast nasi padang from West Sumatra. The word rijsttafel is Dutch and translates to "rice table". I was only visiting this beautiful city for a short time. My friend made a resy for us to enjoy a quaint and yummy meal at one of her go-to spots in the area. If you decide to forgo a resy and just walk in, you may have to wait, as there's very limited seating. We walked here and it was easy stroll, enjoying all the little shops & scenery along the way. When you walk in your greeted by a yummy smell of spices. It's definitely a family business. Tiny euro style restaurant. Food - we ordered the Rice table for 2. And bring your stomach space, because it's alot of food. We came hungry and still had leftovers. It's a progressive meal, from mild to spicy dishes. But I believe you can chose your level of spice with the server. 18 dishes come out all at once. Consisting of fish, chicken, beef, veg etc dishes plus rice. All with unique flavor and textures. Would highly suggest it if in the area. Even if it's not in your wheelhouse foodwise, still an interesting experience.

Great authentic Indonesian food in Jordaan district. There were many vegan options and the Rice…read moreTable is a must try! Service was very fast and food made fresh. Our waitress Setja was delightful and made many great suggestions. She is also very engaging and attentive. Cozy atmosphere and unpretentious but overall a wonderful experience!

Had a street dinner here and were able to try so much food!…read more We did the choice menu and tried a plethora of things. I recommend trying a lot of different things. Overall the food was tasty but nothing too spectacular.

Srikandi is an outstanding Indonesian restaurant in Amsterdam and a must-visit if you're craving…read moreauthentic flavors. We started with the chicken, lamb, and beef appetizers, all of which were perfectly cooked and paired with delicious, flavorful dipping sauces. For the main course, the beef rendang was rich, tender, and packed with authentic spices, while the chicken with fried rice was equally satisfying. The service was prompt and attentive, and the restaurant's location makes it a great choice after exploring the city. If you're looking for excellent Indonesian cuisine in Amsterdam, Srikandi is definitely worth a visit.

This is my favorite meal I've had in Amsterdam. We got the rijstaffel which we got to try a little…read morebit of everything and it was SO GOOD. The service was very quick, we did make a reservation ahead of time using Fork. It is a cozier spot and definitely adds to the comforting atmosphere of this restaurant.

If you have time for only one Surinamese meal while visiting Amsterdam, Warung Spang Makandra is a…read moregood choice. The food is excellent, they have English menus for us tourists, they're affordable, and they have a nice beer list and plenty of tables -- making them maybe unique among Surinamese places. It is helpful to make a reservation, but if you didn't ... they have a lot of tables, and many turn over fast, so get in line and wait, you'll get a table eventually. They have a really good selection of vegetarian dishes, so much that you won't feel restricted at all. Spice levels are moderate, so if you're a pepper-head, order some sambal on the side. Do order some of the side dishes; I'm especially fond of the bara and the teloh with salt cod and peanut sauce. Warning, though: Surinamese food uses nuts heavily, so do not go here if you have a nut allergy.

First time trying Surinamese food. I looked up Indonesian and this restaurant popped up. When we…read moregot to the restaurant, we were very surprised at how busy it was. We were able to get the last table and were given the English menu, which was good. However, it took 30 minutes for our food to come out. The portions were big and the flavors were bold.

This meal was insane in the best way possible! My besties and went on a city bike tour and this…read morerestaurant was highly recommended by the guide. We got the rice table which was essentially a rotating assortment of various traditional Indonesian foods. The staff did a great job of explaining what each dish was and the restaurant itself was really cute and well decorated. I wish I could remember the names of all of the dishes to share my favorites but they were all so good. If you're in Amsterdam, this place is a must!

Wonderful dinner and overall experience, especially to try the rice platter sampler where you get…read moreto try so many different things which is awesome. Cool restaurant and vibe, friendly service and they also take reservations.

What a gem! If you're looking for authentic Indonesian food and are near Centraal, this is the…read moreplace to go-- the food is incredible, the restaurant is lovely and clean, and the service is very kind. Most of the reviews here are talking about rice tables, where you get small portions of 10 different dishes to share and try; if you haven't had Indonesian food before or are looking for a sampler to eat a lot of favorites, this is certainly the way to go! If you're looking for a more substantial portion of your favorite dish, though, they also have full sized portions of favorites! Highly recommend: rendang Padang, gado gado, nasi goreng, or Soto ayam. If you're feeling like you want some crunch, don't miss out out on their chips! They're not on the menu, but at the front counter where you order they also have bags of emping (seed crackers) and krupuk (shrimp crackers) for sale. Dip or munch into these alongside your meal. Yum! Will definitely be back next time I'm in Amsterdam.

Service was friendly, the dishes lacked for our party. Shrimp presented very nicely until you had…read morea bite which was a disappointment. Hard chewy. Mentioned it and was told maybe they overcooked!? My guess was they were frozen for a while. Our guest was disappointed with her chicken based meal. I had the spicy chicken and it delivered, I liked, the vegetable was a placeholder. We went on a review and regretted not looking at more reviews. The meal wasn't as special as we hoped.

Great experience with so much food and so many good flavors!…read more We had great service with some cold beer and the massive rice table. Multiple side dishes, meats, and, of course, rice. Plenty of seating downstairs and upstairs. About 25 minutes from the city center, but worth it for authentic Indonesian food!

Blauw came highly recommended by a friend who lived in Amsterdam. We had an early dinner…read morereservation and were promptly seated upstairs. The tables could've been bigger only to fit the spread they bring out so it's not so tight but we made do. We ordered the Authentiek meal for 2 people at ~€100 total. We also ordered wine and beer. The option we chose came with a variety of their meat, fish and veg plates. My favorite was the codfish, beef rendang, eggplant, gado gado, and the baked banana. Indonesian food has a bit of tanginess and heat. It's subtle at first but catches up to you very quickly. The eggplant was so spicy but damn was it delicious. They place a long metal tray on the table with tea lights to keep the warm dishes hot. It's quite an experience and I'd recommend doing it at least once if you've never had Indonesia food before. The service was excellent and restaurant itself was nicely decorated and spotless.