Best Places To Dine With Friends Amsterdam Near Me

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"Very nice restaurant for dining with my grand daughters."

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"Friends had the Lamb for 2, which they also enjoyed."

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"I wanted my Italian friends to try some typical Dutch food and I can't ..."

4worldlovers: Step inside The Pantry restaurant in Amsterdam. Take a seat in our classic Dutch restaurant where enjoyment has no limits. Enjoy traditional, home-made Dutch dishes. Our team welcomes you warmly and hospitably to our restaurant with a homely Dutch atmosphere, filled with Amsterdam friendliness.

I always do a lot of research before a trip. The rating for The Pantry is spot on. The food and service were excellent, and the cost was very reasonable. I had a local dish made up of mashed potatoes with carrots, and a large sausage. I don't remember what it was called, but it was excellent. Make reservations if you plan on eating here as it fills up very quickly. We will be back the next time we are in Amsterdam.

I was skeptical about the local cuisine at first, but I was more than pleasantly surprised with how good the food was! The staff was great about recommending dishes and was very attentive. I would DEFINITELY recommend The Pantry!

Wonderful little Dutch restaurant in the Leidesplein area. Great local cuisine, friendly service and nice traditional decor. We were lucky to get a seat at an off hour at this very busy, well known and highly recommended place. Had the pea soup that came with some with some great black bread and ham, soup was outrageous, especially on a rainy, cool fall day. Had the Dutch sausage with three types of mashed potatoes and we had the beef and onion stew, all excellent and super filling Dutch comfort food. Had to make room to try their excellent desserts. This is a must go to place to eat traditional Dutch cuisine in Amsterdam.

This is an absolute MUST stop if you are visiting. It’s a cozy place with THE friendliest wait staff. Not to mention the food was divine, flavorful, and authentic. It was appropriately priced as well. Some things to note: you can go early and try to get a seat OR you can just make a reservation. On the first night we went, we couldn’t get a table just because it was a long wait. So we returned the following night and luckily got a table within 10 minutes! Another reason this restaurant is so amazing is that they have vegetarian options. Anyhow, great experience! High recommend.

From the very start of our evening, we were waited on a very polite young man. I had several questions about the menu and he patiently explained everything I asked about. We started with the fresh bread and herb butter which melted in your mouth. My wife ordered the typical Dutch ham with honey mustard sauce, fries and a salad. I ordered the combination of hit spot, boerenkool and zuurkoostamppot with sausage. The ham melted in your mouth and the sausage was so tender. The mustard sauce complimented the ham as if it was meant to be. The combination potato’s looked like a work of art. I couldn’t decide which to start first. I complimented the young gentlemen and ask about the owner. Surprisingly the gentleman who had been waiting on us was the owner. Family business. I recommend this place. Best food in Amsterdam.

Anytime I'm lucky enough to have a visitor to Amsterdam, my first stop on the tour is The Pantry! I'm always blown away by the hospitality and warm vibes of the staff. The food is wonderful and it's always a treat to expose people to a lesser known cuisine! The servings are quite generous, especially for the fair prices. Highly recommend to everyone!

Had a terrific experience at The Pantry. The service was phenomenal and the food was even better. I ordered the Hutspot and it did not disappoint. The sausage was well flavoured and tasted fresh. The mashes potatoes with the carrots and beans was also delicious. Their local beer paired nicely with the dish. I recommended coming early or having a reservation as this place was full when my party and I arrived. Despite this they were able to seat us in a matter of minutes. I highly suggest this establishment and would not hesitate to come back next time I am in Amsterdam.

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"... outstanding, but good enough to make a great outing with friends."

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"Will definitely be back for brunch with friends or their pop up dinner ..."

Business: Box Sociaal is an Australian style café restaurant serving all day breakfast, brunch, and burgers made from fresh and local produce. Our breakfast, brunch, and burger menu is accompanied by a rotat

4worldlovers: De Plantage’s neighbourhood hangout for good times served with quality brunch & DINNER, locally roasted coffee, hand-picked natural wines, bespoke cocktails & delicious beers.

“Great spot for brunch in Amsterdam! We had a group of 7 and the staff were super friendly, service was quick, and the food and cocktails were all delicious. Quite a few options for vegans/vegetarians, and the vegetarian burger was one of the favorites at the table. If you’re a meat eater, I highly recommend getting a side of the homemade sausage.”

“Best Parma this side of the globe. Great and friendly service. You can tell everyone has fun working here.

“Used their services for catering of a 12 people party, and it was just amazing!!

We had both vegans and meat eaters, and all the food was super tasteful, full of flavor and just awesome all way around. The cake was just over the top. 100% recommend. Keep in mind I plated what you see in the pictures :)”

“I have been to Box Sociaal for brunch multiple times but I recently went and tried their dinner menu for the first time. Everything we tried was amazing. The service was very friendly as well. Highly recommended!!”

Business: Fine dining option in the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam offering inventive global cuisine with local ingredients.

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"Perfect to visit as couple or group of friends."

Business: Op zoek naar Nederlands restaurant in Amsterdam? De Blauwe Hollander is de beste plek om Nederlands eten te eten op het Leidseplein, Amsterdam. Reserveer nu uw tafel.

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"... here with a few friends. Staff were lovely and food was excellent."

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"I will be back next month with friends."

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"Nice place and a good mix between upscale dining yet not too formal."

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"Was able to to plan a celebratory dinner for our friends bachelor ..."

Business: Restaurant Jansz. Amsterdam serves beautifully crafted modern classics with an easy-going Dutch attitude. A new old world of simple elegance is closer than you think. Make your Online Reservation Now.

4worldlovers: The 17th-century craftsman Volkert Jansz was a man with discerning tastes, a keen eye for style, and a passion for conversation and debate. He embraced the finer things in life but also believed that decadence and luxury are most enjoyable when shared.

Jansz. serves beautifully crafted dishes inspired by modern-Dutch cuisine and reflects a passionate commitment to ingredients that are led to and from the Netherlands.

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Which means it’s almost time to Sjansz.

Enjoy a romantic and cozy dining experience in Jansz. à la carte or let us surprise you with

A 4-course shared dining menu featuring Jansz. favorites for €90 per person. Roses and a


Personalized illustration by local artist Sella Molenaar will make you feel extra loved.

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"Place is small and not expensive, lots of locals come to dine there."

4worldlovers: ‘In 2007, we were awarded a second Michelin star. Each day, the entire Ciel Bleu team contributes to this with great enjoyment and dedication. Ciel Bleu is an invitation to guests to experience a piece of true culinary craftsmanship and service.’

Welcome to Ciel Bleu. This is where you step into the world of our refined flavours. Where the focus is on details and everything is perfectly brought together. Our dishes, the wines, the ambiance, and the personal service make a visit to Ciel Bleu an unforgettable gastronomic experience with a panoramic view of Amsterdam.

We are dedicated to pure cooking with guts, love, and craftsmanship. Our methods are faithful to traditional French cuisine while including innovative techniques, full of international influences and spices.

Our Ciel Bleu team is a unit in which we all create the authentic Michelin 2* experience of Ciel Bleu. Together, we create a total experience of culinary excellence. We let you sample the purity of our ingredients through our traditional craft full of surprising elements.

We like getting to know our guests and also let ourselves be seen to create a bond with each guest. Our Head Chef Arjan Speelman, Chef de Cuisine Jelle Conijn and Service Manager Francesco Simonelli personally welcome you and are happy that you are here.

We cook with guts, love, and craftsmanship. At Ciel Bleu, you will taste the artisanal and traditional cuisine with international influences and spices. We get inspiration from all corners of the world. We make use of all the beauty that nature has to offer.

We bring together pure ingredients, spices, and flavours to create an original and inspiring flavour experience. Each bite is a journey in itself. Our dishes draw you in further and further on a journey, led by the main ingredient.

“The Ciel Bleu spice line represents the identity of our diverse team.”

In spices, Ciel Bleu sees important flavourings. Our curiosity and passion for spices can be tasted in our dishes. Allow us to amaze you!

On Valentine’s Day, Ciel Bleu will only be serving the special Valentine’s menu.

Our exclusive wines, selected with care by SVH master sommelier Noël Vanwittenbergh and sommelier Barry Kleijne, are characterized by refined flavours that pair beautifully with the dishes served. The result is a traditional yet exciting wine menu for which no concessions were made. Our sommeliers are pleased to offer you an exquisite and beautifully balanced selection of wines to choose from.

“We cater to our guests’ palates and preferences and create the Ciel Bleu experience by adding a third flavour profile to the dishes; something unexpected yet carefully considered.“

Ciel Bleu received Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence, an international award reserved for restaurants that exceed the requirements of the Award of Excellence.

The Chef’s Table is the vibrant heart of Ciel Bleu. A seat at this table guarantees an unbeatable experience. What you will be served remains a surprise and is different each day. These are the front row seats, both in front of the kitchen and for the spectacular view.

Ciel Bleu’s private dining offers the space to enjoy culinary delights with your guests in complete privacy. The Starlight is a unique location with magnificent panoramic views. Our private dining is ideal for meetings and dinners for groups comprising between eleven and eighteen guests. For more information on private dining, please contact us via restaurants@okura.nl or +31 (0)20 6787 450.

Every visit to Ciel Bleu is an unforgettable experience. If you would like to extend this experience, then you can continue to enjoy all the comfort and service Hotel Okura Amsterdam has to offer while enjoying the view of the stars above Amsterdam.

This 5* hotel knows how to pamper guests like no other. The delicious breakfast in your room combined with the late check-out offer the ultimate end to a Ciel Bleu experience. Or perhaps you would like to visit Nagomi Spa before going home? Everything is possible at Hotel Okura Amsterdam.

Ciel Bleu is located in Hotel Okura Amsterdam. Thanks to its location on the 23rd floor of the 5* hotel, Ciel Bleu offers a breathtaking view of the entire city.

Hotel Okura Amsterdam is celebrating its 50th anniversary with The Art of Okura. Ciel Bleu is an important part of the total experience offered by Hotel Okura Amsterdam. Everything revolves around the ultimate feeling of hospitality, or Omotenashi.

Business: Experience conscious fine dining in an intimate setting at the 2 star Michelin restaurant Flore. Led by Michelin-level chef Bas van Kranen.