A brewery next to a windmill? It doesn't get more Dutch than that. Nice spot for any type of beer on the river. They also offer cheap tours of the factory on the weekends for just over the price of a drink.
Perfect spot for beer enthusiasts. Listen to their live radio and sip on a unique brew. If peckish, turn to their bistro style menu for hearty eats and snacks. Best enjoyed when on the outdoor terrace in the sun.
Eatery and bar on the Amstel. Probably better to order a few dishes to share - small serving sizes see people lean more to an 'alfresco cocktails on the terrace' ethos. Somewhat of a Instagram influencer spot, but still nice.
Dark, cozy diner with leather benches serving refined American comfort food. The best seats are at the bar, watching the open kitchen send out fried chicken biscuits and hashbrowns with roe.
Waterfront warehouse in Amsterdam Noord housing an arthouse cinema, natural wine bar, and wood-fired restaurant. Evenings shift from drinks on the terrace to taking small plates and glasses onto the screening room couches.
Mediterranean spot in a converted boat workshop in Amsterdam Noord. Shared plates of clams and piri piri chicken crowd the large terrace, while the candlelit interior hosts live jazz on Sundays.
Tiny Rivierenbuurt storefront baking classic French viennoiserie and laminated pastries. Morning queues stretch past the single outdoor bench for buttery kouign-amann and flaky croissants, with most orders packed strictly to go.
Intimate Westerpark bistro serving vegetarian small plates with a heavy hand on the butter. Wine and rich dishes like mushroom brioche fill the small tables indoors and out on the terrace.
Modern riff on the brown café occupying a busy canal corner. The terrace and mahogany bar fill fast for natural wine, oysters, and serious smash burgers.
Neighborhood bakery turning out long-fermented sourdough loaves, cardamom rolls, and specialty coffee. The small, wood-lined shop moves fast and sells out early, spilling morning coffee and sesame cookies out onto a sunny front bench.
Quiet corner shop in Amsterdam Zuid pairing curated kitchen goods with an all-day deli. Ceramics and cookbooks line the shelves, while the counter serves flat whites and chocolate orange babka.
Compact basement bakery serving modern Italian pastries and specialty coffee. Vinyl plays behind the sleek counter as espresso and cream-filled maritozzi head out to a small bench on the canal.
Compact espresso bar pouring Five Ways coffee for a steady queue near Museumplein. The standing-room layout pushes the crowd to the sidewalk bench or Vondelpark with sticky cardamom buns.
Industrial warehouse in Noord serving simple seafood with the energy of a beachside canteen. Vintage school tables crowd with fritto misto and grilled catch near the self-service bar.
Massive seafood canteen in a converted Amsterdam-Noord warehouse sitting right on the IJ River. Orders run through a central bar for steady rounds of fresh oysters, fritto misto, and wine out on the wide riverside terrace.
Spacious open bakery centered on a wood-fired stone oven turning out slow-fermented sourdough and pizza. The canteen-style room stays busy with laptop workers and locals at long communal tables.
Blue-walled corner cafe in Amsterdam Oost with a small terrace and casual bar seating. The space runs steady from morning coffee straight into evening wine, bitterballen, and a simple warm dinner.
Sleek De Pijp cafe pouring single-origin coffee alongside seasonal all-day brunch. The minimalist room and street-side terrace fill up fast for Turkish eggs and spicy pulled chicken.
Historic brown café on a busy corner of the Spui. The Art Deco bar pours specialty beers and jenever, while the sidewalk terrace fills up for coffee and apple tart.
Waterfront Spanish spot in the Western Islands with a terrace facing the harbor. Pitchers of sangria and plates of jamón fill the table during the 45-minute wait for fresh paella.
Bustling canal-side spot serving massive English breakfasts and cream teas. The interior is snug enough that the restroom route cuts through the kitchen, while a heated terrace sits right on the water.
All-day brunch spot running a heavy comfort food menu from morning until late afternoon. Waffle fries, French toast, and cocktails fill the tables regardless of the hour – booking ahead is essential to secure a seat.
Intimate wine bar on the Lijnbaansgracht stocking over 600 labels. Rare bottles are poured by the glass alongside charcuterie, while a terrace and docked boat extend the seating right onto the canal.
Warm, wood-lined dining room and outdoor terrace on the NDSM waterfront serving South American sharing plates. Wide windows face the IJ river, catching the sunset while cooks work the open kitchen.
