Best Restaurants in Amsterdam

Authentic Italian pizza made with love.

Two-Michelin-star restaurant offering refined French cuisine in an elegant lakeside setting.

Authentic Japanese restaurant serving exceptional sushi, sashimi and traditional dishes in a refined setting.

Charming French bistro serving timeless classics and exceptional wines in the heart of De Pijp.

One of Amsterdam's most beloved brunch spots, combining New Zealand café culture with vibrant Brazilian flavours.

Stylish Italian restaurant in De Pijp, known for its lively atmosphere, elegant setting and evenings that often continue long after dinner.

Sophisticated seafood bistro offering Michelin-starred cuisine in a stylish setting.

Charming French bistro on the Haarlemmerstraat, renowned for classic cuisine, exceptional wines and a touch of Paris in Amsterdam.

Elegant French brasserie in De Pijp, known for its classic dishes, lively atmosphere and vibrant evenings that continue long after dinner.

Elegant French brasserie in Amsterdam Zuid serving classic dishes and exceptional wines in a beautiful Art Deco setting.

One of Amsterdam's most beloved canal-side restaurants, celebrated for its seasonal European cuisine, natural wines and relaxed atmosphere.

Modern neighborhood café in Amsterdam Oost known for seasonal dishes, natural wines and a warm atmosphere.

A legendary Amsterdam grill restaurant with a cult following, famous for enormous portions of smoky spareribs, grilled meats and ice-cold beer.

A dark and lively meat lover’s hideaway in the Red Light District, serving generous steaks, slow-cooked ribs, substantial burgers and strong drinks until late.

Iconic Italian restaurant on the Singel, celebrated for authentic cuisine, wood-fired pizzas and more than fifty years of Italian hospitality.

Legendary Amsterdam steakhouse famous for charcoal-grilled meat and late-night dining.

Elegant Italian restaurant inside Soho House Amsterdam, renowned for handmade pasta, stylish interiors and live music.

A lively canal-side Italian trattoria serving crowd-pleasing pasta, creative pizzas, aperitivo and good wine until late.

Historic fine dining restaurant offering refined Dutch cuisine inside five beautifully preserved canal houses.

Elegant Asian restaurant serving refined Chinese and Thai cuisine in a stylish setting near Rembrandtplein.

One of Amsterdam's most popular brunch spots, famous for eggs Benedict, homemade pastries and its vibrant canal-side atmosphere.

A stylish Italian favourite in Oud-Zuid, serving Roman-inspired classics, truffle pasta and polished aperitivo-to-dinner hospitality on Beethovenstraat.

Highly acclaimed Japanese restaurant serving exceptional ramen and seasonal tasting menus in Amsterdam Oost.

Intimate canal-side Heemelrijck location serving Dutch comfort food and family recipes in central Amsterdam.

Beloved Dutch restaurant serving nostalgic comfort food based on family recipes that date back to 1949.

Nostalgic Dutch restaurant near Leidseplein serving classic family recipes in a warm Amsterdam setting.

A spectacular waterfront restaurant on a former shipbuilding slipway, combining open-fire cooking, industrial architecture and cinematic views across the IJ.

A spectacular waterfront warehouse where white tablecloths, red canteen chairs and seasonal French-inspired cooking create one of Amsterdam-Noord’s most iconic dining experiences.

Stylish Japanese-inspired hotspot combining exceptional cuisine, cocktails and vibrant nightlife in De Pijp.

Elegant Amsterdam-Zuid restaurant offering international cuisine with refined French and Asian influences.

Exceptional family-run omakase restaurant where chef Ken creates one of Amsterdam's finest Japanese dining experiences.

A stylish all-day brunch spot near Nieuwmarkt, serving colourful egg dishes, indulgent French toast, pancakes, sandwiches and excellent coffee.

Authentic Northern Spanish restaurant in the Jordaan, celebrated for its pintxos and outstanding Spanish wine selection.

Lively French brasserie bringing Parisian charm, classic dishes and excellent wines to Amsterdam.

Lively French brasserie in Amsterdam West, celebrated for modern French cuisine, classic favourites and a sunny canal-side terrace.

The original Amsterdam steak institution, serving tenderloin in its famous jus with soft white bread since 1977.

Amsterdam's oldest seafood restaurant, renowned for fresh North Sea fish, oysters and timeless hospitality since 1975.

Award-winning vegan restaurant serving creative plant-based dishes and botanical cocktails in Amsterdam Oud-West.

Traditional Argentinian steakhouse in Amsterdam Zuid, renowned for premium grilled beef, warm hospitality and authentic South American flavours.

Beloved Dutch restaurant famous for traditional comfort food and walls covered with photographs of mothers.

Stylish Japanese restaurant near Central Station offering unlimited sushi and grill dishes with panoramic waterfront views.

Intimate vegan fine dining restaurant serving creative seasonal tasting menus and exceptional natural wines.

Luxurious rooftop steakhouse and cocktail bar combining premium meats, spectacular views and glamorous nightlife.

Stylish Japanese-inspired hotspot combining refined sharing dishes, cocktails and vibrant nightlife in Amsterdam Zuid.

A lively Chinatown favourite serving excellent dumpling soup, roasted duck and generous Chinese dishes in the heart of the Zeedijk.

Award-winning Neapolitan pizzeria ranked among the best pizza restaurants in Europe.

Playful all-day restaurant in De Pijp where almost every dish revolves around one ingredient: the egg.

Amsterdam’s original omelette specialist, serving freshly prepared omelettes and creative egg dishes from early morning until late afternoon.

The original Omelegg and one of Amsterdam’s most popular breakfast spots, serving freshly made omelettes and creative egg dishes in the heart of De Pijp.

Charming French-inspired wine bistro in the Jordaan, celebrated for its outstanding wine list and seasonal cuisine.

Lively Spanish tapas institution serving authentic dishes and great wines since 1997.

A modern waterside gastropub in Amsterdam-Noord, combining seasonal dishes from an Argentine parrilla with wild beers, cider and natural wine.

An energetic “Theatre of Fish” where you select the day’s freshest seafood at the market and watch it become a spectacular shared feast.

Historic Amsterdam steakhouse near Rembrandtplein, celebrated for premium steaks, traditional Dutch dishes and an authentic old-Amsterdam atmosphere.

One of Amsterdam Noord's hottest all-day restaurants, celebrated for natural wines, seasonal cuisine and its striking industrial setting.

An authentic Amsterdam restaurant in the Nine Streets, serving traditional Dutch comfort food with a French touch inside a wonderfully old-fashioned brown-café interior.

Beloved French-Flemish bistro serving comforting classics in a lively former domestic science school.

A vibrant Latin American restaurant combining ceviche, tacos and Argentine steaks with outstanding cocktails and one of Europe’s largest mezcal collections.

An Amsterdam institution since 1969, renowned for its extensive Indonesian rijsttafel, traditional flavours and wonderfully nostalgic, old-school atmosphere.

An extravagant Japanese-Peruvian restaurant where vibrant Nikkei dishes, dramatic jungle-inspired interiors, cocktails and late-night energy come together.

Intimate Japanese omakase restaurant offering an exclusive and authentic dining experience.

An elegant seafood restaurant in Oud-Zuid serving oysters, shellfish and beautifully prepared fish sourced from the Oosterschelde and surrounding waters.

A lively Amsterdam pasta bar serving freshly made pasta and traditional regional recipes at refreshingly accessible prices.

A cosy local favourite on Leidseplein, loved for its hearty Dutch comfort food, generous portions and friendly, laid-back atmosphere.

Refined teppanyaki restaurant at Hotel Okura, renowned for exceptional Japanese cuisine, live cooking and an elegant fine dining experience.

Amsterdam’s home of the proper fry-up, serving generous English, Irish, Scottish and vegan breakfasts alongside breakfast butties and strong builder’s tea.

Amsterdam's oldest pancake restaurant, famous for traditional Dutch pancakes in a beautiful seventeenth-century canal warehouse.

Step into a cosy Dutch living room and discover the country’s most comforting flavours, from hearty stamppot to slow-cooked hachee and warm poffertjes.

Popular seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, oysters and shellfish.

Popular seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, oysters and shellfish.

Popular seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, oysters and shellfish.

Popular seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, oysters and shellfish.

Elegant restaurant on the Rokin, celebrated for Mediterranean and Japanese fusion cuisine, premium cocktails and a lively atmosphere.

A beloved Jordaan institution serving honest regional Italian cooking, handmade pasta and carefully selected Italian wines from a lively open kitchen.

A refined Sicilian restaurant in Oud-West where handmade pasta, Mediterranean seafood and traditional island flavours take centre stage.

One of Amsterdam's finest seafood restaurants, renowned for exceptional fish, oysters and elegant fine dining since 1999.

A beloved Surinamese-Javanese warung serving saoto soup, rames, roti, moksi meti, nasi and bami in De Pijp since 1978.

An elegant Italian restaurant close to Rembrandtplein, combining refined seasonal cooking, polished service and an extensive collection of Italian wines.

A wonderfully cosy Jordaan café where hearty Dutch comfort food, cold beer and old-fashioned Amsterdam charm come together beside the canal.