Fish is the new meat, and the places where you can eat good fish in Amsterdam open their doors weekly. From delicious oysters by hand and chic seafood platters to simple fish and chips. It’s time for an update to the list of the best fish restaurants in Amsterdam.
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17 X the best seafood restaurants in amsterdam
Le Forel
On the beautiful Bosboom Toussaintstraat, you’ll find Le Forel – a French bistro in Amsterdam with daily fresh fish and a menu that adapts to the available offerings. Consider specialities such as lobster mac & cheese, sole meunière, and classic bisque.
Bosboom Toussaintstraat 70, Amsterdam, leforel.nl
© le forel
Sagardi
Anyone who has dined there before will be pleased that Sagardi Amsterdam is now in town, so there’s no need to catch a flight anymore (other locations are abroad)—authentic dishes from the Basque Country, with ingredients specially sourced from Spain. The turbot at Sagardi is a must-try dish for fish lovers!
Spuistraat 304, Amsterdam – sagardi.nl
Contrast
At Contrast, you’ll experience a culinary journey on a ship. As expected, fish is a major focus here. It’s a great spot in Noord that every fish lover should try at least once. Bonus: all the fish is sustainably caught in the North Sea.
Ms. van Riemsdijkweg 306, Amsterdam – contrast.amsterdam
© Contrast, @contrast.amsterdam
Barracuda
Amsterdam-Noord has a new hotspot: Barracuda, a fish restaurant in Aambeeldstraat. They have a unique approach: each table receives a menu where you can tick off which dishes you want to be served. From toast with ricotta and clams in white wine to fennel with samphire. Open from Wednesday to Saturday for dinner and lunch on Fridays and Saturdays—the ideal spot for fish lovers in Amsterdam-Noord.
Aambeeldstraat 10, Amsterdam – barracuda.amsterdam
© Restaurant Barracuda, @restaurant_barracuda_amsterdam
Barracuda Bar
The love and passion for their work are evident from the service at the restaurant. The food at Barracuda (the fish restaurant) is simply top-notch, which is why Barracuda Bar followed soon after. Here, too, you can enjoy tasty fish, shellfish, and crustaceans accompanied by a homemade cocktail.
Aambeeldstaat 28, Amsterdam – barracuda.amsterdam
© Barracuda Bar, @barracuda__bar
Sjefietshe Al Paso
Sjefietshe Al Paso is famous for its amazing fish burgers. Anyone who has tasted them knows that after this, no other fish burger will do, as none compare to those at Sjefietshe. And, of course, their famous Frozen Colada is a must.
Marathonweg 8HS, Amsterdam – sjefietshealpaso.nl
© Al Paso
Masmais Marisqueria
Classic ceviche, tuna tostadas, and unique quesadillas: the average fan of Mexican cuisine will be in heaven at the cosy Masmais Marisqueria in Amsterdam-West. It’s a must-go!
Admiraal de Ruijterweg 273A, Amsterdam – masmais.nl/marisqueria
© MasMais Marisqueria, @masmais.marisqueria
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The Good Companion
At The Good Companion Amsterdam on Westerstraat, you can sit down for authentic fish and chips or an extensive platter focusing on fish.
Westerstraat 264, Amsterdam – thegoodcompanion.nl
© The Good Companion
Pesca Amsterdam
At Pesca Amsterdam, you can select your fish at various stalls: fresh salmon, tuna, mackerel, plaice fillet, red snapper, cod, or shellfish… Then, you can sit back, enjoy a drink, and your fish will be freshly prepared.
Rozengracht 133, Amsterdam – pesca.restaurant
© Pesca Amsterdam, @pesta
Viscafé De Gouden Hoek
Within walking distance of Westerpark, on Limburg van Stirumplein, you’ll find a real gem for anyone who loves an (affordable) fish dish and isn’t in the mood for anything fancy. At Viscafé De Gouden Hoek, they’re not fans of fancy. What do they love? Good food, really good food, and lots of it. This is where you go for a superb Dutch shrimp croquette, mussels with bread, fried fish and tartar sauce, oysters, and fish & chips.
Van Limburg Stirumstraat 10, Amsterdam – Instagram
John Dory
At John Dory, they want you to experience their take on “fish gastronomy” down to the last detail. Dishes with a lot of fish, that’s for sure. But it’s not just any fish; at John Dory, they only serve fish caught in Dutch waters. So, there is no salmon or tuna from afar; instead, mackerel and lobster are from close to home. The result? Deliciously refined dishes made with ultra-fresh fish, yum!
Prinsengracht 999, Amsterdam – visrestaurantjohndory.nl
The Seafood Bar – multiple locations
The Seafood Bar Amsterdam now has not one, not two, but four locations in Amsterdam! You’re always close to one with their branches in Oud-Zuid, De Pijp, and two locations in the city centre (Damrak and Spui). You can enjoy delicious lobster soup, crab cakes, vongole, a seafood platter to share, our favourite ceviche, fish & chips, mussels, and more at all locations.
Multiple locations, Amsterdam – theseafoodbar.com
Visaandeschelde Amsterdam
The true seafood gem of Oud-Zuid: Visaandeschelde Amsterdam! Because if you want to eat fish at a high level in Amsterdam. You’ll enjoy exquisite dishes that are so beautifully presented they look like little works of art. And, of course, they come with the perfect wines. Plus, all the dishes here are seasonal, so it couldn’t be fresher!
Scheldeplein 4, Amsterdam – visaandeschelde.nl
Visaandeschelde
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Mossel & Gin Amsterdam
Of course, Mossel & Gin must also be included in this list. Because in addition to the delicious G&Ts, you can also enjoy oysters, octopus, mussels, lobsters, and ceviche here. And don’t forget Mossel & Gin’s wonderful terrace. We say sunshine, G&Ts, and fruits de mer for the perfect summer day.
Gosschalklaan 12, Amsterdam – mosselengin.nl
© Mossel & Gin, @mosselengin
Brut de Mer
Last but certainly not least. Since day one, this place has been almost always full. At Brut de Mer, you’ll find several large oyster baskets with La Gauloise oysters, Zeeuwse Platte, and Gillardeau. Plenty of choices! Not in the mood for oysters but still want fish? The menu offers a changing selection of fish and fruits de mer dishes!
Gerard Douplein 8, Amsterdam – brutdemer.nl
© Brut de Mer
Amsterdam Bucketlist & Things to Do
(DIGITAL) ART EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Fabrique des Lumières
⋙ NXT Museum
⋙ STRAAT street art museum
⋙ MOCO Museum for street and modern art
⋙ Amaze, an audiovisual labyrint
FOOD EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Food Tasting Tour of Jordaan area
⋙ Albert Cuyp Market Food Tour
⋙ Sightseeing Boat Cruise with unlimited drinks
⋙ Pancake Cruise
⋙ Micro Brewery Beer Tasting Tour
BEST BIKE TOURS IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Fatbike e-bike tour (also to Amsterdam North)
⋙ Rent a bike by yourself and explore like a local
⋙ Outside of Amsterdam: windmills & Zaanse Schans
⋙ 3 hour biketour: backstreets & hidden gems
FIRST TIME VISIT TO AMSTERDAM – MUST SEE & DO’S:
⋙ Private Canal Boat Tour
⋙ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
⋙ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
⋙ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
⋙ Canal Cruise in the evening
INSTAGRAM MUSEUMS IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
⋙ Youseum
⋙ The Upside Down
DAY TRIPS FROM AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
⋙ Drive-it-Yourself Tulip Fields GPS Audio Tour
⋙ Catch a direct train from Amsterdam to Antwerp, Brussels, London or Paris, starting at € 20,-! Check tickets & prices >>
AMSTERDAM WITH KIDS:
⋙ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
⋙ Go an a bike tour with the kids
⋙ NEMO Science Museum
SPIRNG / SUMMER IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Paddle board tour on the canals
⋙ Go for a kayak-tour in Amsterdam
FALL / WINTER IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival bike tour
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Our favourite hotels in Amsterdam:
TOP LUXURY // €€€
☾ Pillows Maurits at the Park: this newly opened hotel is all about luxury.
☾ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
☾ L’Europe: recently renovated, this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
☾ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
☾ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
☾ W Amsterdam: with lively restaurants and a posh rooftop bar with swimming pool.
VERY VERY NICE // €€
☾ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals with great all day bar.
☾ Hotel Jakarta: the most sustainable hotel ánd great value for money with a spa.
☾ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
☾ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam from the North side.
☾ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
☾ Hotel Dwars: small scale and around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
☾ Hotel Mercier: pretty new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
☾ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city by MGallery.
☾ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel with restaurant in Amsterdam West.
☾ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
☾ Ruby Emma: eco design hotel with a great skybar near Amstel station.
AFFORDABLE (FOR AMSTERDAM PRICES) // €
☾ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
☾ The Social Hub budget proof in trendy East district close tho the subway.
☾ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
☾ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
☾ Motel One: budget design hotel with several locations in Amsterdam.
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