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These are the hotspots in Amsterdam East that you need to know!
Now that we have a Amsterdam West Guide, Jordan Guide en The Pipe Guide have written can a Amsterdam East Guide, of course! Although I must admit I don't know Amsterdam East very well. Anne, however, absolutely loves this neighborhood! Here you'll find a great mix of different cultures, traditional pubs, trendy hotspots, and young creatives. Javastraat, Dappermarkt, and Oosterpark are particularly well-known. But did you know that Czaar Peterstraat is going to be the real deal? Around the corner from the rugged Roest neighborhood, with all sorts of trendy shops. And Wibautstraat is always a good choice.
That's why we've compiled a list of the best restaurants, lunch and brunch hotspots, takeaways, coffee shops, clubs and bars, shops, and hotels in East for you. Discover them all in this Amsterdam East Guide!
Food & Drinks in Amsterdam East
This list features the best restaurants in Amsterdam East, the best breakfast, lunch and brunch spots, take-outs and coffee bars.
Restaurants in Amsterdam East
Le French Café
In the always lively and charming Javastraat, you can visit Le French Café all day long. A modern French bistro where the menu is packed with the best of France, you'll feel like you're in Paris. The interior is absolutely stunning! Another thing I really love about this new restaurant in Amsterdam is the variety of charming nooks and crannies throughout the space. A table to pull up a chair at, small bistro tables where you can quietly read a newspaper, a cozy bar for endless drinks later in the day, and of course, a lovely terrace. The menu features delicious brunch dishes like eggs Benedict, steak tartare, and more. Want to stick around for drinks after brunch? Then Le French Café is definitely the place to be. The appetizer menu is so delicious that you might skip the main course for dinner. Although that would be a shame if you're a seafood lover! This new restaurant in Amsterdam is not only a great addition in every way for anyone who loves French food… you can also enjoy delicious shellfish and seafood. So plan that next dinner date!
Javastraat 42, Amsterdam, East – lefrenchcafe.nl
Le French cafe © Your Little Black Book
- SunflowerAt Amsterdam's oldest Portuguese restaurant, you can enjoy delicious, authentic, and modern Portuguese food. It even has a lovely terrace!
- Bar GalliziaEnjoy Italian dining at Bar Gallizia, which has a lovely living room atmosphere.
- Gilding Unicorn: an urban farm where you'll feel like you're on vacation. In good weather, you can enjoy a meal on the terrace with picnic tables.
- NelisA really nice neighborhood restaurant on Sumatrastraat. Also a great place for freelancers to work for a few hours in the afternoon!
- Wild BoarsYLBB's favorite, Wild Boar, certainly shouldn't be missing from this list. This restaurant serves a delicious three- or four-course menu, using only local and seasonal ingredients!
- Wild Boar Food BarYes, opened by the same people who run the restaurant of the same name. The bar is inspired by Spanish food culture. So, plenty of tasty snacks to share with your dinner companions.
- Chicken in the IJChicken. Organic. Wood-fired grill. Need I say more?
- Five Zero FiveAsian street food (sushi too!) with vintage furniture. Perhaps not the most obvious combination, but that's precisely what makes it so fun!
- Eddy Spaghetti: Enjoy delicious pasta and bruschetta? You can at Eddy Spaghetti in the East!
- Canvas on the 7thAt this rooftop bar and restaurant, you can enjoy a delicious dinner with stunning views of Amsterdam. Enjoy a cocktail for dessert afterward!
- Cafe Restaurant De PlantageA great restaurant hotspot after a day at Artis. With all sorts of delicious bistro dishes!
- Smokin' BarrelsFancy some surf and turf? Head to Smokin' Barrels for a burger and lobster.
- East57: an all-day hotspot where you can enjoy delicious food and do some food shopping! The coffee and wine are absolutely top-notch here.
- OdessaPizza and grill, but on a boat! A great location in Zeeburg.
- At home on the AmstelCoffee, lunch, or a delicious drink with a snack. With a beautiful view of the Amstel River!
- FifteenYou can't go wrong at Jamie Oliver's restaurants. Fifteen in Amsterdam has been around for over 10 years. You absolutely have to try Jamie's Italian dishes.
- RustAt city beach hotspot Roest, they recently opened a proper kitchen! Enjoying a bite to eat while your feet are in the sand creates the ultimate summer feeling.
- LilleThis restaurant is located in the old domestic science school. It's super cozy with vintage furniture and a huge open kitchen!
- MangiassaiFor authentic Italian food, head to Mangiassai in Oost. Enjoy delicious fresh wood-fired pizzas or simply delicious pasta.
- Loetje Oost: one of the most famous steak restaurants in Amsterdam is also in East!
- Eastern blockThis is a theater with a fun vintage cafe! You can get a starter and main course for just 20 euros!
- On the Amstel: restaurant on Weesperzijde. Another hotspot with a lovely terrace.
- Restaurant ElkaarNext to De Plante, this is also a great restaurant hotspot after a day at Artis! With delicious gourmet menus.
- Michelin-innIn the Transvaalbuurt in East you can eat Italian dishes at this cozy-looking restaurant.
- Pata Negra: you can eat tapas here until after midnight for a good price.
- Mercat: an all-day Spanish restaurant hotspot! Where you can, by the way, choose your own pinchos and tapas at the bar.
- The Pizza BakersAt De Pizzabakkers, they think a glass of prosecco goes really well with pizza. We agree!
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Breakfast & brunch in Amsterdam East
- G's in EastBrunch is like no other on G's boat. Cruise along the canals while enjoying the extensive brunch and drinks, mmm!
- Better & FunA healthy hotspot/concept store where you can find really cool stuff. On Sundays, they have a vegan buffet brunch.
- SteakFor a hearty breakfast, head to Stek. It's also great for lunch and an early drink!
- Drover's DogBrunch like you're in Australia? Drovers Dog offers it! But otherwise, it's simply a top foodie hotspot all day long.
- Club coffeeCoffee and club sandwiches. Always a good combination!
- DeerThis relatively new healthy hotspot is located on Wibaut Street, where you can get delicious juices and salads. And in the morning, you can, of course, enjoy a super healthy breakfast.
- Ice cream rascal: maybe not exactly suitable for breakfast or brunch... but it's perfect for a snack! An ice cream (scoop of ice cream!) from IJsboefje!
Coffee Amsterdam East
- Rum Baba: at Rum Baba you can enjoy delicious Brazilian coffee as well as the most delicious cakes.
- BakhuysA lovely coffee shop and lunchroom in a canteen setting. You can also get freshly baked bread here!
- Coffee BruAnne's personal favorite coffee spot! It's a great place to meet up with friends and also work as a freelancer.
Shopping in Amsterdam East
- Heart of EastA beautiful shop and coffee boutique in one. Featuring only beautiful brands with a story.
- The Fair EastIn this beautiful shop you can buy the nicest items that are fair trade, sustainable, handmade or local.
Clubs & Bars in Amsterdam East
Whether you're looking for an evening out in a traditional pub, sipping cocktails, enjoying drinks on a rooftop, or dancing the night away, Amsterdam East is the place to be!
Bars in Amsterdam East
– Besides delicious food, you can also enjoy drinks at these restaurants: Roest
- Bar Bukowski: Named, of course, after the famous author Charles Bukowski. On weekends, you can order cocktails at the cocktail bar at reasonable prices.
- Brewery 't IJThis fine Amsterdam brewery now also has a tasting room. With a large terrace!
- Walter Woodbury BarOn Javastraat you'll find a great place for a drink with a large terrace and delicious drinks.
- The Beer GardenIf you love craft beer, you should definitely visit De Biertuin. They have an extensive beer menu, primarily featuring local Amsterdam beers.
- Cafe Kuijper: here you can drink seasonal beer on tap!
- Cafe Jaap: At Cafe Jaap you can enjoy a drink after an afternoon of skating at the Jaap Eden Ice Rink.
Clubs in Amsterdam East
- Club CanvasFrom hip-hop to electronic music and bands, everything is possible at Canvas! And of course, the rooftop terrace with a stunning view of Amsterdam makes it all even more special.
- DokaCanvas's underground sister venue also deserves a mention. In the basement of the Volkshotel, you can party hard in the dark.
Staying in Amsterdam East
- Volkshotel: the ultimate place to stay in Amsterdam East. Besides lodging, you can also enjoy delicious food, drinks, and nightlife. With occasional exciting events!
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