Amsterdam
Set up by two Aussies, this stylish neighbourhood cafe opposite the zoo has you covered any time of the day. Brunch on smashed avo on toast, enjoy all-day…
Must-see restaurants in The Netherlands
Amsterdam Noord
This cool taqueria serves a small but inspiring menu of tacos, tostadas and quesadillas, alongside tequila-based cocktails, natural wines and fresh juices…
Leeuwarden
With a wooden decking terrace right above the water, views of canal action – yachts sailing past beneath the neighbouring bridge that rises to let them…
North Holland & Flevoland
Urk's finest restaurant serves multicourse menus (no à la carte) using seafood landed daily by the fishing fleet out front. Zuiderzee sole with jenever…
North Holland
Marque's kitchen is at the cutting edge: foie gras, beetroot, apple and hibiscus terrine; Gillardeau oysters poached in grapefruit juice; coffee and mint…
Jordaan & the West
In a former blacksmith's forge, with a modern-rustic look and an open kitchen, this is consistently one of Amsterdam's top-rated restaurants. Don't expect…
Western Canal Ring
Paris-trained pastry chef Meike Scaling and her team create exquisite French pastries on-site: intricate 'miniminis' (tiny tarts topped with jewel-like…
Texel
At the Boutique Hotel Texel, 4.5km south of De Cocksdorp, Gusta serves seasonal Texel produce such as Waddenzee platters with eels, prawns, cockles, fish…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
Opening to a tiny canal-side terrace and decorated with vintage finds from the Noordermarkt and wooden pallets upcycled as furniture, the 'Last Crumb' has…
Jordaan & the West
Named for Madrid street artist Mr Hazelnut, whose striking murals cover the walls, this taco bar also goes bold with flavours, from fiery jerk chicken to…
Amsterdam
Frenzi has lots of atmosphere, with its scrubbed wood tables lit with candles and its decorative tiled floor, and serves delicious tapas at dinner –…
Jordaan & the West
This sprawling, indoor-outdoor space is great for people-watching, popular for breakfast (organic muesli, omelettes), coffees and small meals such as wild…
Groningen
Modern European fare is cooked up at this stylish bistro on one of Groningen's most lively streets. Savour creative combos such as mackerel with radish,…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
Amsterdam success story the Butcher's gleaming branch near the Dam is inside the former bank also housing Dutch design emporium X Bank. It doesn't take…
Friesland
‘Fair trade, homemade and good food’ is the holy grail for chefs at this fun corner cafe. Bar seating in front of big windows provides ringside views of…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
Except for the life-size replica megalodon shark jaws suspended above the open kitchen, all of the artwork at this hip cafe is for sale, as is the…
De Pijp
Sir Hummus is the brainchild of three young Israelis whose passion for the chickpea dip led to a London street-market stall and then this hummus-dedicated…
De Pijp
Watching the chefs work their magic in an open kitchen at the back of Michelin-starred Sinne is almost as thrilling as dining on the results. Multicourse…
Amsterdam
On a leafy corner, with high ceilings and a relaxed vibe, this cool and laid-back cafe is ideal for a salad or sandwich for lunch, or a coffee and slice…
Texel
Texel produce forms the backbone of this stylish bistro's quality cooking: Waddenzee oysters with lemon and samphire salsa, smoked-mackerel ceviche,…
Amsterdam
A sign on the wall reads ‘eat beans, not beings’ at this creative vegan restaurant opposite the water, with so much more than beans on the menu. Start…
Haarlem
You can watch Brick's chefs preparing spectacular burgers, steaks and multicourse pan-European menus (wine pairings available) from the street-level…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
This French bakery is a real find near Centraal Station. Take a seat at one of the sturdy wooden tables beneath the art deco ceiling to linger over flaky…
Amsterdam
White-tiled and exposed-brick walls give this popular seafood specialist a fresh, urban feel, while counter as well as table seating makes it a good…
Southern Canal Ring
With wood-panelled walls and sepia lighting, this little restaurant is gezellig (cosy, convivial) indeed. Tuck into classic Dutch dishes such as zuurkool…
De Pijp
Paper lanterns sway from the ceiling of this restaurant, which opens to a covered, plant-filled courtyard out back – an idyllic spot for a bowl of chilled…
Texel
This petite, welcoming restaurant serves a daily changing set menu (no à la carte) of contemporary Dutch cuisine along the lines of smoked duck breast…
De Pijp
A 1920s art deco cinema has been stunningly transformed into this open-plan, triple-level, cathedral-like space (with a giant print of John Lennon at the…
Amsterdam
Instock's food is extremely tasty, with some surprising combinations – like a talented chef has conjured up a great meal from leftovers! This is precisely…
Amsterdam
With old family photos adorning the walls, an evening at this homely eatery almost feels like dining in someone’s home. The menu offers an array of…
De Pijp
Fronted by a red-and-white chequered awning, low-lit Friterie par Hasard is fêted for its frites (fries), served with dishes such as ribs in traditional…
Jordaan & the West
Reasonably priced Korean specialities at this sleek little spot include bibimbap (rice bowls with red-pepper paste and a fried egg) and kogi bbang (a…
Western Canal Ring
Freshly baked manoushe (flatbreads) with toppings such as zaatar (dried herbs) and halloumi, spicy beef and hummus or labneh (yoghurt-based cheese) are…
Jordaan & the West
A far cry from your average ice cream shop, Ludo & Hedo takes an alternative and artistic approach to flavours. The menu changes monthly and flavours are…
Amsterdam
This light, airy cafe looks like many other hipster brunch spots, but Dignita has socially worthwhile credentials too, pumping its profits into helping…
Amsterdam
Somewhat of an Amsterdam Institution, Café Loetje is renowned for its mouthwatering biefstuk (beef steaks). Originally a billiards bar, the cafe…
De Pijp
Amsterdam's fashionistas flock to this super-stylish salad bar for its soups, its juices and especially its extensive array of fresh, healthy salads you…
Amsterdam
Named after the ancient African city, this small and colourful restaurant feels like you're in another country. It was the Netherlands' first Ethiopian…
Amsterdam
Pasta maker Holy Ravioli supplies restaurants around town, but you can get ready-to-eat takeaway meals here (or, if you're lucky, snag a seat at its few…
Rotterdam
Perched on top of the Schieblock office building, Op Het Dak ('On the Roof') is a pavilion with indoor, deck and garden seating amidst one of Europe's…
