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Amsterdam favourites
Sama Sebo is one of Amsterdam favourites.

1. Sama Sebo

P.C. Hooftstraat 27 (Hobbemastraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Indonesian Restaurant · Museumkwartier · 32 tips and reviews
Burger Bar is one of Amsterdam favourites.

2. Burger Bar

8.4
Reguliersbreestraat 9 (Muntplein), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Burger Joint · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 288 tips and reviews

Patrick d.Patrick de Laive: Probably the best burgers in town. Make sure to get one before catching a movie. 1 portion of fries is often enough for 2

Moeders is one of Amsterdam favourites.

3. Moeders

8.8
Rozengracht 251 HS, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Dutch Restaurant · Jordaan · 195 tips and reviews

Marco N.Marco Neves: delicious dutch food. Mothers ways.

Soup en Zo is one of Amsterdam favourites.

4. Soup en Zo

8.7
Jodenbreestraat 94a (Houtkoperdwarsstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Soup Spot · Kuip · 57 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: Delicious, fresh soups with plenty of vegetarian options. Menu changes daily.

Saigon Cafe is one of Amsterdam favourites.

5. Saigon Cafe

Leidsestraat 95, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Vietnamese Restaurant · Kuip · 51 tips and reviews

Annisa A.Annisa Arishti: Pho. Their beef pho is good!

Eetsalon Van Dobben is one of Amsterdam favourites.

6. Eetsalon Van Dobben

8.5
Korte Reguliersdwarsstraat 5, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Sandwich Spot · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 77 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Classic Dutch eatery. Grab a stool at their long counter for well-priced snacks like bitterballen.

Two for Joy Coffee Roasters is one of Amsterdam favourites.

7. Two for Joy Coffee Roasters

Frederiksplein 29, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Coffee Shop · Kuip · 114 tips and reviews

Shane K.Shane Kinsellla: A small coffee roasters near the top of Utrechtestraat. Roasting one kilo at a time, and serve espresso and filter coffee, with home baked cakes, salads and broodjes! Read more.

Wild Moa Pies is one of Amsterdam favourites.

8. Wild Moa Pies

Van Ostadestraat 147, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Pie Shop · Nieuwe Pijp · 4 tips and reviews

David N.David Novakovic: Lamb pie and chunky steak pie are sensational, as good as any pie at home in Australia :)

Spaghetteria is one of Amsterdam favourites.

9. Spaghetteria

8.9
Van Woustraat 123, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Italian Restaurant · Nieuwe Pijp · 61 tips and reviews

Risiana L.Risiana Levie: Great Italian, but super crowded. So make sure you're there earlier or late in the evening!

Fenan Klein Afrika is one of Amsterdam favourites.

10. Fenan Klein Afrika

8.7
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 147, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Ethiopian Restaurant · Helmersbuurt · 23 tips and reviews

Charlotte L.Charlotte Linnebank: Cozy and authentic place. Food is good and lively neighbourhood. A fork can be delivered, but they rather see you eat with your hands as they do in Ethiopia and Eritrea.

11. Worst

7.8
Barentszstraat 171, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Restaurant · Spaarndammer en Zeeheldenbuurt · 33 tips and reviews

NumuqueNumuque: one and only wine & sausage concept brasserie/restaurant in Amsterdam. amazing assortment of sausages with fennel, pumpkin, shrimps and many other creative ingredients. well selection of wines too

12. Little Collins

8.9
1e Sweelinckstraat 19-F (Sarphatipark), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Bar · Oude Pijp · 168 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: Great brunch until 4pm. Get a group of friends together, make a reservation in advance and enjoy some delicious brunch cocktails with your food.

Pata Negra is one of Amsterdam favourites.

13. Pata Negra

7.9
Utrechtsestraat 124, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Tapas Restaurant · Kuip · 105 tips and reviews

Erwin V.Erwin Verweij: Great atmosfeer and tapas

Van Mechelen is one of Amsterdam favourites.

14. Van Mechelen

9.0
Sloterkade 96/97, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Café · Hoofddorppleinbuurt · 155 tips and reviews

MarcoMarco: Great new place! Very nice atmosphere. Belgian beers and good food. Try the sausages!

Café Brecht is one of Amsterdam favourites.

15. Café Brecht

9.2
Weteringschans 157, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Bar · Centrum · 173 tips and reviews

Amsterdam MagazineAmsterdam Magazine: A very cosy Berlin style bar. Order a Berliner pilsner and grab one of the many half made scarves thrown about for a knit & drink evening.

YamYam Trattoria Pizzeria is one of Amsterdam favourites.

16. YamYam Trattoria Pizzeria

8.3
Frederik Hendrikstraat 88 (1ste Hugo de Grootstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Pizzeria · Frederik Hendrikbuurt · 51 tips and reviews

Bertil V.Bertil Van Vugt: If you like pizza, you should try YamYam!

Tjin's Toko is one of Amsterdam favourites.

17. Tjin's Toko

8.5
Eerste van der Helststraat 64 (Govert Flinckstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Deli · Oude Pijp · 25 tips and reviews

Robert Jan V.Robert Jan Vencken: Calling it fast food would be an insult. Great (Suriname style) Asian food to eat in or out.

Café Schinkelhaven is one of Amsterdam favourites.

18. Café Schinkelhaven

7.8
Amstelveenseweg 126 (Schinkelhavenstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Café · Schinkelbuurt · 43 tips and reviews
Wynand Fockink is one of Amsterdam favourites.

19. Wynand Fockink

9.3
Pijlsteeg 31 (Dam), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Liquor Store · Amsterdam Centrum · 130 tips and reviews

Marco N.Marco Neves: Amazing liquors.

Belgisch Bierproeflokaal De Zotte is one of Amsterdam favourites.

20. Belgisch Bierproeflokaal De Zotte

8.6
Raamstraat 29 (Raamplein), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Bar · Jordaan · 117 tips and reviews

Barend J.Barend J.: Try 130 different Belgium beers (not in one night ;-) ) Lots of beer on draft and when you start feeling hungry: food is available.

The Pancake Bakery is one of Amsterdam favourites.

21. The Pancake Bakery

8.1
Prinsengracht 191, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Creperie · Grachtengordel-West · 274 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: Extensive range of pancakes and omelettes. This place is popular for a good reason so be sure to make a booking, especially on the weekend.

Bar Brouw West is one of Amsterdam favourites.

22. Bar Brouw West

Ten Katestraat 16, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
American Restaurant · Kinkerbuurt · 43 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: OmgBBQ. Epic meat and delicious sides. Prepare to get barbecue sauce all over yourself, it's worth it.

Edel by Dennis is one of Amsterdam favourites.

23. Edel by Dennis

7.6
Postjesweg 1, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Restaurant · Stadsdeel West · 61 tips and reviews
Koh-I-Noor is one of Amsterdam favourites.

24. Koh-I-Noor

7.8
Rokin 18HS, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Indian Restaurant · Amsterdam Centrum · 37 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: Nuclear vindaloo? They'll make it for you (if you ask) :)

Sound Garden is one of Amsterdam favourites.

25. Sound Garden

8.5
Marnixstraat 164-166, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Dive Bar · Jordaan · 73 tips and reviews

Amsterdam MagazineAmsterdam Magazine: 'Are you looking for classic rock music, alternative vibes and a cool beer on the canal side?' - Amsterdam Magazine Read more.

Butcher's Tears Brewery and Taprooom is one of Amsterdam favourites.

26. Butcher's Tears Brewery and Taprooom

8.6
Karperweg 45, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Brewery · Schinkelbuurt · 37 tips and reviews

Alper Ç.Alper Çuğun: This is currently the best place in Amsterdam to enjoy your Sunday afternoon with a microbrew. Excellent selection of beers and an out of the way location that repels the crowds.

A Loja is one of Amsterdam favourites.

27. A Loja

7.8
Hendrik Jacobszstraat 14, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Portuguese Restaurant · Stadsdeel Zuid · 2 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: Pastel de nata, codfish, presunto/jamon, cheese, coffee... All delicious.

28. Amsterdam Roest

9.0
Jacob Bontiusplaats 1, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Music Venue · Oostelijke Eilanden en Kadijken · 130 tips and reviews
Drovers Dog is one of Amsterdam favourites.

29. Drovers Dog

8.5
Heemstedestraat 25 (Woestduinstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Australian Restaurant · Hoofddorppleinbuurt · 65 tips and reviews

Steffy Roos d.Steffy Roos du Maine: Nice place for Australian brekky and brunches.

YOKIYO | 여기요! is one of Amsterdam favourites.

30. YOKIYO | 여기요!

Insulindeweg 1, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Korean Restaurant · Indische Buurt West · 50 tips and reviews

Kim v.Kim van Velzen: Choose the Korean bbq and grill away DIY. Fab quality meat and of course kimchi on the side.

Café Parck is one of Amsterdam favourites.

31. Café Parck

Overtoom 428 (Staringstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Café · Overtoomse Sluis · 38 tips and reviews

Marco N.Marco Neves: The twin mini burgers are amazing.

Restaurant Lieve is one of Amsterdam favourites.

32. Restaurant Lieve

Herengracht 88 (Herenstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Belgian Restaurant · Grachtengordel-West · 37 tips and reviews

Rozina S.Rozina Szőgyényi: Go for the Belgian Baroque menu, share 3 appetizers, 4 main dishes and 3 desserts with your friends. If you like wine or beer you can ask for pairing for a really reasonable price. Awesome restroom!

Kantjil & de Tijger is one of Amsterdam favourites.

33. Kantjil & de Tijger

7.6
Spuistraat 291, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Indonesian Restaurant · Kuip · 198 tips and reviews

Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsSpotted by Locals - city guides by locals: Order the 'rijsttafel' with several small dishes, or the Kredok or Peteh Oedang Read more.

Samba Kitchen is one of Amsterdam favourites.

34. Samba Kitchen

6.2
Ceintuurbaan 63, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Brazilian Restaurant · Oude Pijp · 17 tips and reviews

Nasnl ..Nasnl .: Meat, meat, meat!

Bar Baarsch is one of Amsterdam favourites.

35. Bar Baarsch

7.8
Jan Evertsenstraat 91 (Vespuccistraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Bar · Stadsdeel West · 63 tips and reviews

36. Gyros Wagen

6.7
Food Truck · Kuip · 2 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: Fresh, tasty gyros (chicken or vege) that are great value for money!

Castell is one of Amsterdam favourites.

37. Castell

8.8
Lijnbaansgracht 252-254, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Steakhouse · Kuip · 147 tips and reviews

citizenMcitizenM: One of the best barbecue restaurants in town!!

De Kas is one of Amsterdam favourites.

38. De Kas

9.1
Kamerlingh Onneslaan 3, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
French Restaurant · Stadsdeel Oost · 123 tips and reviews

citizenMcitizenM: A greenhouse dated from 1926 - Michelin star in Dutch haute cuisine. An experience you will never forget is to dine at the chef’s table.

Restaurant Anak Blitar is one of Amsterdam favourites.

39. Restaurant Anak Blitar

7.6
Concourslaan 8a, Hoofddorp, Noord-Holland
Asian Restaurant · Hoofddorp · 21 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: Great, flavourful Indonesian food.

Bar Oldenhof is one of Amsterdam favourites.

40. Bar Oldenhof

9.0
Elandsgracht 84, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Cocktail Bar · Jordaan · 61 tips and reviews

citizenMcitizenM: It’s like a small slice of the past, with a vintage jazz bar vibe, an artsy, literary feel which makes it seem like an escape from a more refined time. Read more.

Brouwerij 't IJ is one of Amsterdam favourites.

41. Brouwerij 't IJ

9.3
Funenkade 7 (Zeeburgerpad), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Brewery · Oostelijke Eilanden en Kadijken · 382 tips and reviews

Mike D.Mike D: Nice beer garden, tasty bar snacks and pretty good craft beers. It was good to get a break from the standard beers you'll find everywhere else in Amsterdam.

Vondelpark is one of Amsterdam favourites.

42. Vondelpark

9.6
Vondelpark, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Park · Museumkwartier · 605 tips and reviews

DHR.comDHR.com: This huge public urban park is the best place to relax and hang out. The open-air theatre holds free concerts. Also don't miss the Netherlands Filmmuseum at the pavilion Vondelparkpaviljoen.

Whisky Café L&B is one of Amsterdam favourites.

43. Whisky Café L&B

Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 82-84 (Leidesekruisstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Whisky Bar · Kuip · 88 tips and reviews

Amsterdam MagazineAmsterdam Magazine: A nice cosy bruin bar setting with hundreds of different whisky varieties including Japanese whisky.

Pazzi Italian Slow Food is one of Amsterdam favourites.

44. Pazzi Italian Slow Food

8.9
1ste Looiersdwarsstraat 4, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Pizzeria · Jordaan · 59 tips and reviews

Jeffrey S.Jeffrey Sluijzer: Best Italian wood oven pizza of Amsterdam, Slow Food principles Read more.

Lot Sixty One Coffee Roasters is one of Amsterdam favourites.

45. Lot Sixty One Coffee Roasters

9.2
Kinkerstraat 112 (Bilderdijkkade), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Coffee Shop · Kinkerbuurt · 192 tips and reviews

ian r.ian r: It's no longer arguable: Aussies are ahead of the game when it comes to third wave coffee. That's why I had high expectations going to this Aussie-run café and Lot Sixty One delivered! I'll be back..

Plan B is one of Amsterdam favourites.

46. Plan B

8.1
Overtoom 209, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Pool Hall · Vondelbuurt · 21 tips and reviews

Wouter P.Wouter Peele: Best place for pool in Amsterdam! Quality tabels and service.

Van Stapele Koekmakerij is one of Amsterdam favourites.

47. Van Stapele Koekmakerij

9.2
Heisteeg 4 (Spui), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Dessert Shop · 242 tips and reviews
Tales & Spirits is one of Amsterdam favourites.

48. Tales & Spirits

9.2
Lijnbaanssteeg 5-7 ("Btwn De Singel & De Spuistraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Cocktail Bar · Kuip · 184 tips and reviews
Café Loetje is one of Amsterdam favourites.

49. Café Loetje

8.9
Johannes Vermeerstraat 52, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Steakhouse · Museumkwartier · 224 tips and reviews
Kaashuis Tromp is one of Amsterdam favourites.

50. Kaashuis Tromp

8.8
Utrechtsestraat 90 (Prinsengracht), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Cheese Store · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 11 tips and reviews
Foodhallen is one of Amsterdam favourites.

51. Foodhallen

8.9
Bellamyplein 51, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Food Court · Kinkerbuurt · 394 tips and reviews
L'Amuse is one of Amsterdam favourites.

52. L'Amuse

7.7
Stadionweg 111, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Cheese Store · Apollobuurt · 5 tips and reviews