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 Surinamese/Chinese restaurant and shop |
Albert Cuypstraat 69 Amsterdam 1072 CN Netherlands +31 (0)20 675 5135 |
In the heart of De Pijp, on Ceintuurbaan, you'll find the Chinese-Surinamese restaurant Albina. This is the friendliest, most delicious roti shop in Amsterdam and offers excellent quality for the prices. This is a very popular spot amongst locals. The restaurant reminds one of a snack bar, but the Surinam food makes Albina well worth a visit. Be sure to try the Black Pudding! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Happening Japanese joint |
Weteringschans 199 Amsterdam 1017 XG Netherlands +31 (0)20 627 0607 |
Run by a young couple, An specializes in authentic Japanese cuisine. The open kitchen provides guests a peep into the chef's quick cooking styles. The ambiance puts you at ease instantly as you mull over the menu. The place doesn't have a liquor license, so bring your own along. The fare is well-priced with decent portions. A take away counter is at hand for those who are on the move. Give An a try, when in Grachtengordel. There's a fat chance you'll enjoy yourself. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Very Italian |
Hemonystraat 18 Amsterdam 1074 BP Netherlands +31 (0)20 676 4182 |
Nestled in the happening Pijp area of the city, this Italian eatery is a haven for pastas and pizzas. Bruschettas, carpaccio, Toscan Beef, and other Italian preparations feature on the menu. Portions tend to be small for the prices but the food quells all disappointment. The wines and beer keep spirits high, though, the rude staff can ruin your day. The place gets crowded in the evenings, so be prepared to wait for a table as reservations are not accepted. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bagels, juice and coffee |
Ferdinand Bolstraat 70 Amsterdam 1072 LM Netherlands +31 (0)20 672 1610 http://www.bagelsbeans.nl/fr/m... bol@bagelsbeans.nl |
In America, the bagel is already a huge success—and now it's also becoming very popular in Holland. At the top of the Albert Cuyp market you'll find Bagels & Beans. Here you can enjoy some delicious bagels for both breakfast and lunch. Many different varieties are on the menu, such as the standard bagel with cream cheese, or with Scottish smoked salmon. Complement your bagel with a blended fruit drink or a bracing cappuccino. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lovely little bakery |
Roelof Hartstraat 68 Amsterdam 1071 VM Netherlands +31 (0)20 662 3594 http://www.debakkerswinkel.nl |
When you set foot in De Bakkerswinkel you feel like you are entering an old French bakery. The warm smell of baguettes, petit pains au chocolat and big round provençal bread, prepared with olives, garlic, thyme and sun-dried tomatoes tempts even the most strong-willed. De Bakkerswinkel uses traditional French recipes for its goods and there's plenty of space for hungry customers to take a seat. You can fill your stomach with a sandwich, quiche, salad or soup, and enjoy a cup of tea. In the summertime, the little terrace opens up for outside use. You can rent De Bakkerswinkel for a special event, private dinner or to take high tea with some friends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Lots of Coffee |
1ste v.d. Helststraat 62b Amsterdam 1072 NX Netherlands +31 (0)20 673 1769 http://www.coffeecompany.nl/ info@coffeecompany.nl |
The Coffee Company brews coffee for all tastes. It has a number of branches in town, but the best one is on Van der Helststraat. Open at 8a, The Coffee Company serves great sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. While sitting at the long wooden tables you can enjoy a really good espresso, cappuccino or a hot chocolate. It's an ideal place for a break when you are shopping on Albert Cuypmarket. In summertime you can sit on their small terrace outside. See website for more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pretty Tasty |
Ferdinand Bolstraat 10 Amsterdam 1072 LJ Netherlands +31 20 7764600 http://www.detaart.com/ |
This place is famous for incredible-looking cakes that taste heavenly. With two highly creative men behind the concept, some cakes look like they belong in a museum. And they do! Several museums in the Netherlands have exhibited these pastry-wonders that seem to come straight from the Madhatter's Tea Party. You can visit the beautiful patisserie in trendy neighborhood De Pijp and enjoy one of the numerous tastees. The interior suits the servings: everything is colorful, kitsch, retro and there is lots and lots of pink. This place is sweet and a must-visit for anyone who would like to enjoy a sugar-high in Amsterdam. -Sandy Hayes Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French cuisine |
Van der Helstplein 17 Amsterdam 1073 AR Netherlands +31 (0)20 770 0884 http://www.district5.nl/ |
District V (five) is a very classy restaurant located in the heart of one of Amsterdam's most famous districts, 'De Pijp'. If you are going to have dinner here you should be warned that two things are a bit unusual. First of all they don't have a regular menu. Specialties of the day are written on a small blackboard and then dictated by your server. The menu usually includes a choice of three starters, three main courses and four desserts. Although your choices are somewhat limited, there is something here for just about everyone. The restaurant's second unusual characteristic is that everything here is for sale—the lights, the silverware, the table—in short, you can take this place home with you. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tasty Indonesian cuisine |
Ceintuurbaan 103 Amsterdam 1072 EX Netherlands +31 (0)20 671 0979 http://www.finerestaurant.nl/ |
Dèsa offers everything one might expect from an Indonesian restaurant. This 125-seat space serves selected Indonesian dishes cooked in the original style. Guests can enjoy a typical Indonesian "rice-table", which offers all kinds of different dishes from the former Dutch colony. The restaurant is also very well-suited to vegetarians, offering also a vegetarian "rice-table". All dishes are also available à la carte. Particularly noteworthy is the Ayam Goreng Kuning: Marinated Fried Chicken. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meatball paradise |
Ferdinand Bolstraat 92 Amsterdam 1072 LN Netherlands +31 (0)20 673 5488 |
The Hannibal restaurant is located near the Albert Cuyp Markt. Hannibal is a combination of sandwich and snack shop—a very popular combination in the Netherlands: the sandwich-snackbar. A mix of customers can be found here: tourists, day trippers and locals visit Hannibal to eat a sandwich or drink coffee. A sandwich with ground steak, roast beef or broodje bal (meatball sandwich) are its specialties, and they are affordable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French specialties |
Ferdinand Bolstraat 13-15 Amsterdam 1072 LA Netherlands +31 (0)20 672 0651 http://www.ondeugd.nl/ info@ondeugd.nl |
Just around the corner from the old Heineken brewery and very close to the Albert Cuyp market (the largest in Amsterdam), De Ondeugd can be found. Its name means naughtiness, but actually there is nothing naughty about it. It is simply an excellent restaurant with high quality food and service. No wonder it's always busy here! However, the meals are not cheap. You will get good quality for your money, though. If you don't feel like meat or fish, try a large salad. Good house wines are on the menu, but it also offers other high quality wines, as is clear from a study of the wine list. As this restaurant is very popular, reservations are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Samba Kitchen |
Ceintuurbaan 63 Amsterdam 1072 EV Netherlands +31 (0)20 676 0513 http://www.sambakitchen.nl/ info@sambakitchen.nl |
Saunter into this 'churrascaria' for some delicious Brazilian cooking. Frequented by Brazilian expats and tourists, the place serves Feijoada and Xinxim that tastes like it's straight out of Rio. The Salad Bar offerings include Fish Salad and Tropical Salad, freshly prepared and interestingly served. The comfortable seating and friendly buzz settle you quickly as you wait for your meal, which takes a tad longer than required. Live music and regular events keep the spirits high. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious tapas |
1e Sweelinckstraat 23 Amsterdam 1073 CL Netherlands +31 (0)20 671 8616 |
When you step inside this tapas restaurant, it feels almost as if you are in Spain, not Amsterdam. With its smoked hams and dried garlic hanging from the ceiling, and its small bar and tables, this restaurant boasts a very cosy atmosphere. Tapas combination plates are offered, but the real treats (such as the Gambas or the sublime Serrano ham) are not on this list, so you'll need to order these separately. Other Spanish specialities are also available. The wine list is written on a blackboard and is relatively diverse. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A taste of it all |
Daniel Stalpertstraat 93 Amsterdam 1072 XD Netherlands +31 (0)20 620 5959 http://www.restaurantsilex.nl/ info@restaurantsilex.nl |
Let your palate experience some new flavors at this chic local restaurant. French food takes on an Italian twist as fresh fish, juicy meats, chunky crustaceans and leafy greens get tossed in mysterious seasonings. The cream-and-brown interiors topped with fancy chandeliers set the mood as you sidle into a comfy seat. A part of the menu is made from organic ingredients, while the wine reaffirms the restaurants motto. And what is that? Come and find out! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tutti Italiani |
Weteringschans 171 Amsterdam 1017 XD Netherlands +31 (0)20 623 4251 http://www.lastoriadellavita.nl/ |
Italian food lovers can congregate at La Storia della Vita to savor dishes such as Misto di Pesce, Linguine con Scampi e Arangia, and Gamberi al Cognac. Authentic spirits from Italy such as Sambuca, Grappa and Amaretto don't fail to please. There's also a wine list with classic selections and a decent pricing. Remember to leave room for Panna-cotta al Caffe to finish off your meal. A pianist and amateur crooners entertain diners with Italian arias and impromptu songs. A nice place to bring that special someone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Just Like Home! |
Ferdinand Bolstraat, 10 Amsterdam, NH 1072 LJ Netherlands +31 20 776 4600 http://www.detaart.com/en/home... |
Amsterdam's only traditional cake parlor, this place might look like a coffee shop from the outside, but inside the true colors shine through. The tables are cloaked not with tablecloths but with rugs, an old Dutch tradition; this is one detail that makes absolutely anyone feel right at home in this cake shop. From the sweet-smelling and gorgeously decorated cakes to the strong coffee and tea, this place is a delight to all of the senses. Whether coming from the Heineken Brewery or the Albert Cuyp Market, this is THE place to stop for your afternoon sugar or caffeine fix. -Rachel Hanson Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spanish specialities |
Govert Flinckstraat 308 Amsterdam 1073 CJ Netherlands +31 (0)20 673 6992 |
Vamos a Ver stands out from most other Spanish restaurants in that it does not stop at tapas, but also serves other remarkable and traditional Spanish dishes. You'll have nineteen starters to choose from, of which thirteen can be ordered as tapas. The main courses on the menu show a great deal of premeditation as well: 18 main dishes, including fish, chicken and meat courses. If your party consists of a minimum of two it is also possible to order one of the five famous paellas with fish or chicken. A set menu for children is also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |