HERRIE

 

 Phone: 020-6220838

Open for dinner : Mo-Sat
Cuisine : French, Mediterranean
Atmosphere : Informal
Price : $$$

Famous TV chef Herman (den Blijker) and his associate David have finally found their winning chef for their classic restaurant Herrie in the Utrechtsestraat. The ever popular tv-program detailed the race between many a chef and a chaotic renovation taking place in the background. The interior is glamorous meets urban chic,with the upstairs, being done in shades of white, crème and gold. Downstairs, is darker, hottter and oh so sexy. Upstairs there is no set menu; simply indicate what you feel like eating (or don’t feel like) and how many courses you want. Downstairs serves up tasty finger food and delicious cocktails.

OLAV

 

 

 

Tweede Jan Steenstraat 3

Phone: 020-3792207

Open for dinner : We | Th | Fr | Sa at 6:00 pm
Cuisine : French, International
Atmosphere : SemiFormal
Price : $$-$$$
Call for reservations

www.restaurant-olav.nl

Olav proves to be a genuine living room restaurant in 1950’s style: with traditional dark brown panelling along the grey walls and granny chairs that are guaranteed to make you itchy. Dinner in this amazing setting, is only 26 euros for the set menu of four courses. The menu changes so frequently (check the website) that this could easily become your favourite restaurant. Save room for desert…they are fabulous!

FOODISM

 

 

 

Oude Leliestraat 8

Phone:  020-4275103

Cuisine : International
Open for lunch and Dinner daily: Mo -Su
Atmosphere : Casual
Price :$- $$

Surprise yourself with this charming purple place in the old Leliestraat. The owner is from the former Yugoslavia and welcomes everyone very warmly. The sandwiches here are super delicious: try the grilled vegetables, goat's cheese and mint along with a fresh juice or smoothies .Warning, the brownies are very dangerous. At night they also serve pasta's, soups and salads.

SUPPERCLUB CRUISE

 

 

Board behind CS, pier 14
Amsterdam

Phone: 020-3446403

Cuisine : International

Open for dinner : Fr | Sa
Atmosphere : Informal
Price : $$$

 www.supperclubcruise.nl

For those of you who have been to the Supper Club: here’s a new version: The Supperclub Cruise. Lie down and relax in this mysterious ship, order the “surprise” menu, listen to the DJ, enjoy the performance artists or go to the unisex toilet ….how fun! The food is decent , but not spectacular. The staff will spoil you with friendliness ( rare in Amsterdam) Whether entertaining business guests or cuddling with your sexy date, the soft pillows are one-size-fits-all!

STOUT

 

 

 

 

Haarlemmerstraat 73
Amsterdam

Phone: 020-6163664

Cuisine : International

Open for lunch : Mo -Su
Open for dinner : Mo -Su
Atmosphere : Informal
Price : $$-$$$

www.restaurantstout.nl

Although Stout might look like yet another trendy restaurant, this one is quite different. Much more relaxed with jazzy music and imaginative culinary delights. The food even surpasses expectations with the unexpected combinations of flavour in every dish. The staff is very attentive and professional, and will help direct you through the menu.

BEDDINGTON’S

 

 

 

Utrechtsedwarsstraat 141
Amsterdam

Phone: 020-6207393

Cuisine : French, International

Dinner : Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa at 5:30 pm
Atmosphere : SemiFormal
Credit cards accepted
Price : $$$-$$$$

www.beddington.nl

Jean Beddington is back! The talented female chef who was forced to leave the culinary stage to tend to a knee injury is back on track . Jean now runs her new place, Beddington's. Former loyal customers will recognise the stylish black and white design of the old restaurant. Be sure and request a table near the open kitchen. The menu is brief and definitely for those with an advanced palatte featuring items such as Oysters with granite of Japanese ginger, spring onion and cucumber with an accompanying salad of tauge and radish. Divine offerings for the Gods!

KILIMANJARO

 

 

Rapenburgerplein 6

Amsterdam

Phone: 020/622-3485

Cusine: African
Open: Tues-Sun dinner only

Price: $-$$
Credit Cards accepted

This laidback and friendly pan-African eatery serves diverse dishes from all over the continent -- but focuses in on the enjera pancake-based meals of Ethiopia (which you eat with your hands). Have a seat on the summer patio, and enjoy a Mongooza beer (served in a calabash) or an exotic cocktail. Round off your meal with a freshly hand-ground Ethiopian coffee served with popcorn, sounds strange but somehow it works!

LEVANT

 

 

Weteringschans 93
Amsterdam

Phone: 020/662-5184

Cuisine: Turkish
Open: Mon-Sat dinner only

Price: $-$$
MC & Visa


Welcome to Istanbul Junior, where in a simplistic yet modern setting, you can indulge in various grilled meats and meze – with the appropriate liquors to wash them down with. Don’t worry about your children, they will invariably be entertained by the extraordinarily warm staff. This hidden treasure also has the bonus of a canal-side terrace,which is perfect for those warm summer evenings. Reservations are recommended.

MAMOUCHE

 

 

 

Quelijnstraat 104,

Amsterdam

Phone:020 673 63 61

Cuisine: Morrocan

Diner : Daily from 6:00 pm -11:00 pm
Priceclass: $$
Atmosphere: Hip , Romantic
Credit Cards Accepted

www.restaurantmamouche.nl/

Mamouche is a beautiful North African teahouse located in De Pijp, with a Parisian flair for detail. Romantic and posh, it has been a hit with locals ever since it’s opening in 2002. Dishes such as couscous with saffron-baked pumpkin tempt your tastebuds. Chocoholic? round off your meal with the Ahram, a dark, mysterious pyramid embellished with a nutty caramel sauce.
Closed Mon. No lunch.

BALRAJ

 

 

Haarlemmerdijk 28
Amsterdam

Phone:   020 625-1428

Cuisine: Indian

Open for Dinner

Price: $-$$

Atmosphere: Casual
Cash only, no lunch

For over 25 years, Balraj has been a favorite of Amsterdam curry connoisseurs. The friendly fellows who serve up delicious snacks, soups, and meals from their homeland of India, are a true pleasure to interact with. If you break out in a happy sweat while indulging in the chicken Madras, just wash it down with a cup of sweet cardamom tea.

SUPPER CLUB

 

 

 

 

Jonge Roelensteeg 21

Amsterdam

Open 7.30pm-1am Mon-Thur & Sun
Fri, Sat. 7.30pm-3am
Set menus: €65 (5 courses).
Credit Cards Accepted

With its white decor, beds for seating, irreverent food combos and acts, this arty joint is casual to the point of narcoleptic; the lounge is just as hip. Not for the inexperienced Epicurean, the food combinations can be quite over the top.

SHIBLI

 

 

Dam 9
Amsterdam

Phone: 020 554 60 79

Cuisine: Morrocan , Asian , Mediterranean

Diner at: 7 Days a/w 6:00 pm -11:00 pm
Price: $$-$$$
Atmosphere: Business , Casual
Credit Cards Accepted

www.shibli.nl/

Shibli has permanently pitched its tents inside the Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky right on Dam Square. Here you can dine in hospitable Bedouin tradition and experience the opulence of a special culture while never leaving Amsterdam.

When you sink into the soft and luxurious cushions at Shibli you are greeted by the resident Sheik who will bring the desert to life with his engrossing tales. Relax and enjoy your four or five course dinner while our sensual belly dancer performs an enchanting dance for you and your guests.