Amsterdam food guide

The Rijsttafel Roundup: 13 Indonesian Restaurants in Amsterdam – Rated

When in Holland, checking out one of the Indonesian restaurants in Amsterdam is a must. Don't leave the city without trying a rijsttafel (literally: “rice table”): dozens of small, shareable dishes ranging from mild to spicy.

Thai Taste Test: 8 Thai restaurants in Amsterdam – rated

With the rise of so much other ethnic cuisine, Thai restaurants in Amsterdam have recently fallen out of fashion. We go back and review the food at Boi Boi, Bar Mash, SOI 74, Mae Somjai and more.

Best Brunch in Amsterdam: 7 Top Breakfast Spots

While the Dutch were mostly eating bread with hagelslag for breakfast until fairly recently, the last few years have seen a trend in international brunch culture. These are my top picks of the places serving the best brunch in Amsterdam.

Hapje Hour: 7 Wine Bars in Amsterdam for Aperitivo and More

Aperitivo o’clock, borreltijd or tapas time – whatever you call it, you can't beat an early-evening drink and snack food at these Amsterdam wine bars.

5 Great Restaurants for a Canal-side Lunch in Amsterdam

It's officially the hottest summer Holland has ever seen. So go on – treat yourself to lunch in Amsterdam at one of these canal-side restaurants…

French Restaurants in Amsterdam: a Best-of Guide

Back in 2001, French restaurants in Amsterdam were the height of fashion. Things have moved on since then, but there’s still good French food to be found if you know where to look. Read my guide to the best French restaurants in town!

15 Restaurants on Wibautstraat and Weesperzijde – Reviewed

The Wibautstraat and Weesperzijde in Amsterdam Oost is one of the most up and coming areas in the city. But where to eat? Read on for reviews of restaurants for brunch, cheap eats, riverside food and fine dining...

Where to eat… Dutch food in Amsterdam

From traditional to modern, and from high-end dinners to simple pancakes, these are some of the best places to eat Dutch food in Amsterdam. Eet smakelijk!

Chickpeas, Glorious Chickpeas! (Or: Where to Eat Hummus in Amsterdam)

Hummus: it's officially a thing! So here, in no particular order, are my favourite restaurants to eat hummus in Amsterdam. Chickpea heaven!