Restaurants
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One of Amsterdam's delightful secrets, this charming
restaurant is peaceful and tranquil in the midst of a bustling Red
Light District. An alley leads patrons to the tiny square where
Blauw aan de Wal (Blue on the Quay) is hidden, a modern minimalist
restaurant with a courtyard that was once part of a monastery. The
fare is Mediterranean inspired and the service renowned for its
excellence. Reservations necessary. Closed Sunday. Dinner
only.
Food Type : French
Address : Oude Zijds, Achterburgwal 99
Price : 4
Website :
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Once a rumpled teenage disco but now a revamped chic
and cosmopolitan restaurant, the Odeon attracts the stylish and
sophisticated diners of Amsterdam. A brassiere, restaurant and
nightclub spread over three floors, guests are ensured an
entertaining evening out. The restaurant serves fresh, simple and
contemporary cuisine and has an excellent wine list. The kitchen is
open daily from 11am to 10.30pm.
Food Type : Modern Eclectic
Address : Singel 460, Rembrandtplein
Price : 4
Website : www.odeontheater.nl
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The 'Five Flies' is one of the world's famous
restaurants, oozing old-world charm with antiques and Rembrandt
etchings on the Spui, and offering New Dutch Cuisine, created using
only fresh Dutch products. Brass plaques on the chairs remind
diners of the famous names like Orson Welles and Walt Disney who
have patronised the rambling establishment that occupies five
adjoining historic houses. D'Vijff Vlieghen also offers an organic
five-course vegetarian meal. Open daily for dinner. Reservations
advised.
Food Type : Local
Address : Spuistraat 294-302 (opposite the Amsterdam Historical
Museum)
Price : 5
Website : www.d-vijffvlieghen.com
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Contemporary and stylish, the chief attraction of the
Café de Jaren is its waterfront terrace overlooking the Amstel
River, in the heart of the city. It makes for a great place for a
pre dinner drink, the sampling of a superb bottle of wine or
enjoying a strong coffee. The menu is varied and attractive, with
fare ranging from soups and sandwiches to steaks and pastas. With a
classic French feel to it, the high ceilings and tiled floors of
the Café de Jaren exude a refined elegance. Open daily for lunch
and dinner.
Food Type : Gastropubs
Address : Nieuwe Doelenstraat 20-22
Price : 3
Website : www.cafe-de-jaren.nl
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Amsterdam is well supplied with oriental restaurants
particularly in its rejuvenated Chinatown district. One of the most
popular institutions, serving a mix of Asian cuisine from Chinese,
Thai and Vietnamese, to Malay and Filipino, is Dynasty. The themed
interior is exceedingly colourful, the ceiling adorned with
upturned paper umbrellas. A big attraction is the beautiful
Canalhouse Garden, usually packed out for summer dining.
Reservations essential. Closed Tuesdays.
Food Type : Oriental
Address : Reguliersdwarsstraat 30
Price : 3
Website : www.restaurantdynasty.nl
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The lively Pasta E Basta restaurant has hit on a
gimmick that draws customers as much as the delicious plates of
pasta it serves: the waiters and bartenders sing opera arias while
they tend the tables. This makes for a jovial atmosphere, where
guests enjoy the excellent wine list and superb Italian fare in an
intriguing environment. Bookings should be made well in advance.
Open daily from 6pm for dinner.
Food Type : Italian
Address : Nieuwe Spiegelstraat 8
Price : 3
Website : www.pastaebasta.com
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Amsterdam's most popular Mexican-style bar buzzes with
warm Latin-American ambience and serves up notoriously potent
margaritas along with a number of food specialities. The menu
includes regular Mexican favourites like burritos, nachos and
enchiladas. Fillet steak and burgers are also available and are
well complimented with Mexican beer. Open daily from
5pm.
Food Type : Spanish
Address : Reguliersdwarsstraat 38-40
Price : 3
Website : www.rosescantina.com
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The elegant Silveren Spiegel (Silver Mirror) is one of
Amsterdam's best known traditional restaurants, featuring a
romantic atmosphere enhanced by beautifully decorated candlelit
rooms in two historic houses. Highlights on the menu include
seafood and meat dishes both of which are cooked in traditional
Dutch manner.
Food Type : Local
Address : Kattengat 4-6
Price : 4
Website : www.desilverenspiegel.com
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A simple Amsterdam restaurant that serves delicious
food in a laid back yet sophisticated environment, De Witte Uyl is
a popular choice with locals and foreigners looking for a
pleasurable night out. While the soft rhythms of jazz music flow
through the restaurant, patrons can indulge in the flavours of the
diverse contemporary menu that offers dishes like steak of veal
filled with sage and pastrami, served with mashed sweet potato,
brussel sprouts and parmesan or warm crème of garden peas with
mint, with home smoked oysters and steamed wonton filled with
chévre, crème fraiche and chives. Order two dishes and a desert for
a fixed price and scan the international winelist, which
compliments the intricate menu. Open for dinner, Tuesday to
Saturday.
Food Type : Modern Eclectic
Address : Frans Halsstraat 26
Price : 3
Website : www.witteuyl.com
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A large established eatery, Café Luxembourg's
affordable prices, traditional atmosphere and superb food continue
to draw crowds throughout the year. With heavily wooded tables, a
long, well stocked bar, soft lighting and a pleasant atmosphere,
Café Luxembourg is the ideal place for a lunchtime salad or
sandwich, evening drink accompanied by a mouth-watering array of
snacks or a laid back wholesome evening meal. In summer patrons can
people-watch from the bustling sidewalks and in winter friends and
couples can cosy up with a nice bottle of red or a crisp pint. If
you looking for a great meal at an affordable price, Café
Luxembourg is the ticket. Open daily from 9am for lunch and
dinner.
Food Type : Gastropubs
Address : Spuistraat 24
Price : 2
Website : www.cafeluxembourg.nl
