Amsterdam food recommendations
I'm going on a very short and last minute trip to Amsterdam and need some prompt recommendations on what to eat while I'm there.
Any dishes to try? Any bakeries to go to? restaurants?
Any advice is appreciated!
Thanks!
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14 Comments:
I remember really enjoying two things but I haven't the slighest where I ate either (it was 6 years ago)
1. french fries with mayo; 2. the Indonesian food
NSW at 12:35PM on 12/20/07
So far from friends I've heard a lot about other ethnic foods being good there! One friend suggested Thai and another suggested the falafel!
No local fare anyone?
Chew on That at 1:30PM on 12/20/07
On Saturday there's the Noordermarkt -- an organic farmer's market in the Jordaan. The official site is all in Dutch, but there is some info in English out there. Yay organic gouda!
Raphael at 1:46PM on 12/20/07
I heard they have wonderful Belgian-style waffles.
LiveToEat at 1:46PM on 12/20/07
Risjtaffel, or however it is spelled, at an indonesian place. Fries, definetly. Falafel, for sure. At the falafel bars, where you get to pick your sauces.
Been twice, these were definetly the best of the best. I was at one place that had great pancakes, too, but I can't for the life of me remember where.
dagoose at 2:01PM on 12/20/07
How could I forget? You should go to the Pannenkoekenboot / Pancake boat.
Raphael at 2:06PM on 12/20/07
Thanks everyone for the recommendations/information so far! That pancake boat looks AMAZING! :)
Hillary
Chew on That
Chew on That at 2:08PM on 12/20/07
the waffles are definitely great but be sure not to miss out on the "special" brownies while you're there *wink* *wink*
ceforrester at 3:09PM on 12/20/07
THE PANCAKE BAKERY IS A MUST, meat, cheese, fruits etc. Delicious, I go everytime I am there, so far 7 times!
http://www.frommers.com/destinations/amsterdam/D36356.html
And the Doelen Hotel's restaraunt, old scottish fare.
bmfesq at 3:58PM on 12/20/07
I'm definitely down for doing pancake something...whether it be the boat or this bakery! Thanks!
Chew on That at 4:50PM on 12/20/07
You should definitely get frites from a sidewalk stand... Vlaamse Frites is near Dam Square across from the Grasshopper (and the Red Light District). My favorite topping is satay (peanut) sauce, but its worth trying the classic fritesaus if you aren't afraid of mayo on fries. For Indonesian food, Kantjil en de Tijger (on Spuistraat right near Spui square) is really tasty. And I went to the Pancake Bakery (on Prinsengracht) about once a week when I lived there. So many choices!! Have fun.
CrispyBacon at 8:48PM on 12/20/07
Stroopwaffels! (I'm probably misspelling that, fyi) If memory serves, there's a gentleman who makes them at the outdoor market. That's the best way to have them - served warm. At the same market, there's a purveyor that serves raw herring. It's extremely fresh and delicious - I really recommend it! If you're on the Prinsengracht, check out the Holtkamp bakery - it has some delicious breads and pastries. I also recommend the rijstaffels referenced above - it's typically very reasonable and the food is fun and tasty. And lastly, when I think of Amsterdam, I think of 'broodjes' (again, may be misspelled), which are sandwiches. Tis the land of the sandwich. I enjoyed many delicious and simple gouda sandwiches at cafes all over town..they go very nicely with a pils beer! Have fun! I've spent time there in the winter and while it's kind of cold and rainy, it's great to be there without the crowds. Oh - and one last tip - and it's not a food tip: Go to HEMA! It's kind of like the Dutch version of Target. But cooler.
Ande at 12:14AM on 12/21/07
Oh, Amsterdam. First, a word to the wise: most of the food is rich and carbo-licious, so make sure you eat vegetables and fruits while you're there!
There is a delicious, tiny Middle Eastern place in De Pijp, on Ceintuurbaan between Sarphatipark and Van Woustraat, I can't recall the name (south side of the street). It's owned by an Iraqi couple and is possibly the best food (aside from frites) I had while there. The woman will take your order then go make it in the kitchen! An afternoon feast cost something like 10 euro for both of us.
There's also wonderful fair-type food and pleasant cafes lining Albert Cuypstraat, and plenty of interesting and cheap shopping. De Pijp is a shade outside of the rings, but such a relief from the tourist glut in the old city!
savecara at 10:26AM on 12/21/07
Food Lover's Guide to Amsterdam
Eliz. at 10:47AM on 12/21/07