Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Amsterdam

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Jottum

4.9

4.9 (109)

€30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Jordaan

About the restaurant

The typical Dutch cosiness means in countries around the Mediterranean 'together'. Taking time for each other around a table full of small dishes and enjoy a glass of wine. Each ordered an average of 3 or 4 dishes per person and then everything on the table is shared socialising. Our chef roams the market looking for seasonal products and likes to combine local produce with Mediterranean spices. In Jottum is preferably cooked with organic, fair trade, and fresh produce.

Top review

SaraVIP

Dined on 18 Oct 2024

Great night at Jottum! The lamb chops were the highlight along with the duck confit. Definitely check this place out.

Van Speyk

4.7

4.7 (362)

€51 and over

Dutch

Binnenstad/Burgwallen

About the restaurant

VAN SPEYK is a Amsterdam style Brasserie, situated in a building from 1659 in the the old warehouse district, between the Dam square and the Grand Central Station.

Van Speyk combines Classic French flavours with Traditional Dutch influences in a intimate, romantic setting
with crystal chandeliers, candle light and high ceilings.

Enjoy icons like crisp oysters and Champagne, fresh seafood and excellent meats.

Our staff is more than willing to help you make your dinner a great experience, accompanied by good wine and friendly service.

Open: Wednesday till Sunday from 17.30 till midnight ( kitchen until 10:00 pm ).

Top review

KathyS

Dined 6 days ago

Lovely restaurant and delicious food! My family had traditional Dutch dishes and I had steak and frites. All were outstanding. Service was impeccable.

Prins & Aap

4.6

4.6 (41)

€31 to €50

Bistro

Oosterdokseiland

Top review

Bernard

Dined on 20 Dec 2024

We loved the meal, but the music was just too loud.

Singel 101 Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (155)

€31 to €50

International

Grachtengordel

About the restaurant

Singel 101 is a family restaurant on the famous canal belt of Amsterdam, that offers a unique hospitality with its guests. Our chef Orlando David creates with love and attention original dishes that amaze every time. We work with organic and seasonal produce that create a true flavour sensation. To complete this culinary journey, we have an wine menu that complements the complete experience. Our passion for excellent food and love for each other creates an unique ambiance. We invite you to join our family and have an amazing evening together.

Top review

Lucas

Dined on 20 Dec 2024

What an experience! Fantastic food with the added theatre of not knowing what’s coming next! Truly a food-focussed restaurant, popular with the Dutch as well as tourists. Genuinely would wholeheartedly recommend.

The Seafood Bar - Damrak 213

4.5

4.5 (11)

€31 to €50

Seafood

De Wallen

About the restaurant

With a surname that means “fisherman’, Fons de Visscher opened his first fish shop in Helmond in 1984, beloved by locals from afar. The first Seafood Bar he opened in 2012 on the Van Baerlestraat, Amsterdam, which along with his son and daughter grew into an iconic fish restaurant known for its long lines.

Our fish restaurant is renowned for its outstanding quality and service. Whether you’re in the mood for a light lunch or a full meal, The Seafood Bar is the place to be. Offering a wide variety of seafood dishes prepared with the freshest ingredients, we strive to provide the best culinary experience in a cozy ambiance.

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Gonzalo

Dined on 20 Nov 2024

Tasty fresh seafood. Had the fish and chips and the grilled seafood plater.

Ferilli's Caffè Ristorante

4.4

4.4 (460)

€31 to €50

Italian

Amsterdam-Zuid

About the restaurant

MEET THE FERILLI'S AN AMSTERDAM BASED FAMILY WITH ROMAN ROOTS
"THE FERILLI FAMILY " AFTER YEARS OF PLAYING A PART IN FASHION RETAIL AND SOME SIDE PROJECTS IN THE F&B SCENE IN 2016 WE STARTED BUILDING THE HOSPITALITY WORLD OF FERILLI'S.

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Elena Vittoria

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Such a true Italian vibe! The food is absolutely delicious, and the service is super friendly, attentive, and fast. The place itself is really charming — feels like being back at one of my favorite spots in Milan. Definitely recommend!

Restaurant Black

4.4

4.4 (35)

€30 and under

Steak

Oosterdokseiland

About the restaurant

Experience unparalleled quality and exceptional service in a picturesque setting that will leave you breathless – welcome to BLACK Amsterdam!
While our esteemed counterparts, Black & Blue and Bistro Brasserie Bleu, excel in signature steaks and beloved classics from the French cuisine, our third culinary masterpiece, BLACK Amsterdam, offers the perfect fusion of both worlds! Nestled in the heart of the charming Jordaan neighborhood, it embodies the true essence of Amsterdam.

Begin your day with a revitalizing shot of caffeine prepared by our cheerful baristas. Indulge in a tantalizingly crispy croque monsieur during your lunch break. Or savor the freshness of our succulent prawns, juicy steaks, vibrant salads, and even a delectable seafood platter for a memorable dinner! Rest assured, we cater to every dietary preference, be it vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, or for the avid gastronome.

Top review

eddie

Dined on 1 Oct 2024

The best bread and service I’ve had in Amsterdam. The drinks were nice the vibe was cool

Hard Rock Cafe - Amsterdam

4.5

4.5 (2850)

€30 and under

American

Leidseplein

About the restaurant

Let us rock your senses at Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam, a complete music and cuisine experience located right on the water. Our restaurant is not only the perfect spot to kick off any day or night, but we are also a museum of pop culture with authentic memorabilia from rock 'n' roll legends like Jimi Hendrix, Elvis Presley, and the Rolling Stones. We invite you to wet your whistle with our menu of drinks and sample our eclectic menu of flavorful dishes.

Top review

Cas

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing as always, service is great and very friendly

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Ferilli’s Specialita UpTown BV

4.2

4.2 (218)

€51 and over

Italian

Apollobuurt

About the restaurant

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Top review

NaomiVIP

Dined on 14 Sept 2024

Sara and Alexandra are exceptional. Food was fantastic. Great space. Will return

Restaurant Bleu

4.5

4.5 (80)

€31 to €50

French

Grachtengordel

About the restaurant

Bleu Bistro is a stylish multi-level restaurant in the city of Amsterdam. This relatively new venue provides both indoor and outdoor seating. The interior offers two levels of comfortable seating, sleek lines, modern artwork, large windows, high ceilings and sophisticated lighting. Guests are invited to dine on the quaint patio, complete with comfortable seating and benches. In terms of menu, Bleu Bistro provides customers with a wide array of meal options. All dishes are made fresh and with only high-quality fruits and vegetables. Menu items offered at Bleu Bistro include whole lobster, butcher steak, homemade onion soup, chicken bonne femme, chocolate crumble, toasted smoked salmon and foie burger.

Top review

Jeff

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Fantastic restaurant with awesome food and great value. The space is a bit cramped, but overall an outstanding experience.

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