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Korean restaurants in Amsterdam are hotter than ever, and new hotspots and low spots are opening regularly. Whether you're in the mood for Korean barbecue in Amsterdam Whether it's Korean fried chicken or Korean food, in this new list we've compiled the best Korean restaurants in Amsterdam for you. We're blessed with a wide variety of establishments, from authentic restaurants with round tables to low-key and takeaway bibimbap. One thing's for sure: Korean food is incredibly delicious and a must-try. Enjoy!
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LOOKING FORWARD TO SUMMER! Are you also longing for warmer weather and secretly itching to book a weekend getaway on the Dutch coast ☀️? I certainly am! That’s why today I have a tip for 24 LOVELY BEACH HOTELS AND HOMES BY THE BETWEEN.
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𝟭𝟲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗼𝘀 🌮
Are you going classic with carne asada & salsa verde, or do you prefer something a little different, like birria for dipping or tempura mushroom with salsa negra!?
In this guide, you'll find my favorite taco hotspots in Amsterdam, including a must-try tip for every spot 🍴
📍 @masmais.taqueria (West)
🌮 Favorite: tuna tostada & sea bass ceviche
Perfect if you love Mexican food with a focus on seafood, great cocktails, and a laid-back cantina vibe. It feels like being in Mexico for a moment, right in Amsterdam West.
📍 @tacos.lasinaloense (Ten Katemarkt & Albert Cuypmarkt)
🌮 Favorite: create your own taco & go all in on salsa
Street-style tacos the way they're meant to be: handmade tortillas, slow-cooked steaks, and choosing your own spice level.
📍 @madre.amsterdam (Jordaan)
🌮 Favorite: birria quesatacos & tempura mushroom tacos
A plant-based Mexican restaurant that proves just how flavorful vegetarian food can be. Comfort food with a twist, and perfect for sharing.
📍 @bacalar.amsterdam (North)
🌮 Favorite: octopus taco
Still one of my favorites in Noord, with a great terrace too. Raw setting, huge on flavor. Weekend lunch here is my favorite! Definitely ask for the specials.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲 you'll find the complete guide with the 16 best taco spots in Amsterdam.
Do you have a taco spot I really need to try?
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟴, 𝟵 & 𝟭𝟬
This weekend is packed with markets, food events and lots of good excuses to spend the entire weekend out and about in Amsterdam.
From the free @oatly Matcha Strawberry Signature Drink and limited edition bag charm launch at @binibakery to Het Hapjesfestijn in Noord and the Creative Lab Summer Pop-Up at Klaproos & Café Soleil.
Plus, there are lots of fun Mother's Day ideas in this new guide, from brunches to the @ladress summer sale and 50% discount tickets for a concert at @concertgebouw.
Also very in the mood for the North Seafood BBQ at @nikotin.restobar
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 76 hotspots, events and 19 kid-proof tips straight to your DMs.
What's your vibe this weekend… markets, matcha, a long lunch or trying a new hotspot?
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Come with me to get breakfast in Taipei 🥢
Straight from the airport to this little place to taste soup dumplings and so much more! That's what I call a soft landing 😉 <3
In Taipei, you go to a Soy Milk Shop for breakfast. Warm soy milk to eat in a bowl, and steam baskets with the tastiest dumplings and baozi. You can really wake me up for this kind of breakfast. These local breakfast spots come in all shapes and sizes, from Michelin-recommended spots to hole-in-the-wall stalls.
Most soy milk shops open early (and sometimes even 24 hours a day), and these are the dishes you want to try:
🥄 Warm soy milk
🥢 Soup dumplings (you can often choose between pork and veggies)
🥢 Pork baozi
🥢 Youtiao (油條 - a kind of fried donut stick)
🥢 Youtiao (油條) w/ pork floss & rice
🥢 Turnip cake
🥢 Chives pancake
🥢 Scallion pancake
TIP: Sharing is a good idea to taste as much as possible, because the portions are (often) large.
You'll want to remember these soy milk shops for your future trip to Taipei:
📍Fuhang Soy Milk
📍Soy Milk Shop
📍Yong He Soya Milk King (Da'an)
📍Sihai Soy Milk
I am currently touring Taiwan, and you can also find all the tips in my Stories Highlight.
Have you ever been to Taiwan? I'm curious if you thought it was *that* amazing!
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#taipeifood #taipeitravel #TaiwanWavesOfWonder #ExperienceTaiwan @taiwantoerisme #presstrip
{ In this Taiwan Travel Guide video, I share my favorite breakfast spots in Taipei for an authentic Taiwanese breakfast }
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯𝟬 + 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭, 𝟮 & 𝟯
HELLO first weekend of May!
From a brand-new rooftop beach in Oost to vintage treasure hunting at IJ-Hallen, Italian market mornings, new restaurants and lots of May holiday plans for families.
Also on my radar this weekend:
📍 East Beach
📍 Café Pigalle
📍 Sassy's
📍 HORTA
📍 Bar Copa
📍 Amour Amer
📍 Café Felix
📍 Chez Chloé
And yes, market season is fully back. Sunday Market, IJ-Hallen, NoordOogst and Zi Camì Market… where to start?
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, terraces, new hotspots or something fun with the kids?
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Just back from Catalonia and I thought: I'll share some tips right away.
During our road trip, we stayed two nights in the Ebro Delta. An incredibly fun stop for families and foodies, where there is plenty to do.
• A boat trip to the Musclarium is a must! Here you eat oysters and mussels straight from the farm, in the middle of the sea.
· Admire the flamingos and black ibises that can be found here all year round.
· Rice is grown in the Ebro Delta all year round. For paella, but Kensho also makes sake and miso from it! You can visit them during a tasting.
Cycling along the rice fields, canoeing on the Ebro River, and visiting various beaches. It was still a bit too cold right now, but there is plenty to do.
• The towns are very low-key and not that exciting, but you can find fantastic local food there. From the Michelin-awarded Les Moles* to local eateries like Vermuteria Bonmarisc and Lo Tinglado. We ate a lot of fish, but also anemone fritters (a first!).
Now back to work, and I’m going to create an extensive travel guide of this road trip through Catalonia, but you’ll want to save these tips for a future adventure.
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{ In this post, I share tips for the Ebro Delta in Spain (Delta de l'Ebre). More tips for Catalonia can be found at www.yourlittleblackbook.me }
HELLO WEEKEND!
A short note, but a very packed Amsterdam Weekend Guide online with 76 tips for Kingsday, Kingsnight, new restaurants, kidsproof May holiday activities and everything in between.
Comment WEEKEND and I'll send you the full guide in your DM.
Cheers from Spain, where I will celebrate with orange wine from Priorat ✌🏼🧡.
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The most important things to do are done by the community through this Nederland and in Amsterdam?
The May holidays have begun, and that means: quality time with the kids. From creative workshops and fun playgrounds to new museums, kid-friendly festivals, and adventures in nature.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲, you will find two comprehensive guides with more than 50 tips! Believe me, you won't be bored anymore ;-).
Take all tips via the line in my bio. Have fun!
I'm curious: what do you have planned for this holiday?
PS: We are doing a road trip from Barcelona to Valencia this year and you can travel along via stories.
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟲, 𝟭𝟳, 𝟭𝟴 & 𝟭𝟵
Your Amsterdam weekend, sorted. 🖤
Baby lambs, spring markets, new restaurant openings and more events not to miss, this week's Amsterdam Weekend Guide is packed.
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 81 tips straight to your DMs.
Have fun making plans!
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PUUR YONNIE, an ode to Jonnie Boer.
Today I had the honor of being at @delibrijezwolle for the book launch of @jonnie_en_therese.
I spent the whole evening reading and flipping through the pages.
WHAT A BOOK.
What stories.
WHAT AN ODE.
Love, Nature, Pioneer, Fatherhood, Music, Jonnie's Foundation, Friendship, Suppliers, Local products, Relaxation, Entrepreneurship, Humor & The pure human being.
Everything passes by, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert.
With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043.
Thanks for the lovely afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚
PURE JONNIE,
From 14 April
at your local bookstore
(and online)
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This is your ticket to Japan without taking a plane 🥢
@tewatashi.ams in De Pijp serves an authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Experience and is super consistent in their quality.
It's the place we keep going back to when we have something to celebrate <3.
In this video I'm sharing the 2 hour experience in 60 seconds.
Still dreaming about the buttery ika nigiri. 🤤
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{ one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟵, 𝟭𝟬, 𝟭𝟭 & 𝟭𝟮
This is one of those weekends that's packed with cool events!
Catch the last cherry blossoms, hunt for vintage treasures or feast on oysters.
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What's your vibe this weekend… vintage, culture, markets or a new hotspot?
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16 X The Best Korean Restaurants in Amsterdam
Soju Bar Amsterdam
How to spot a good Korean restaurant in Amsterdam? Anyone who regularly passes Ferdinand Bolstraat has probably noticed the line at the new Korean restaurant SOJU Bar! In the Pijp, around the corner from Marie Heinekenplein, SOJU Bar A must-visit for all your Korean food cravings. This hotspot is best known for its Korean Fried Chicken, specialty beers, and wide selection of soju flavors. But anyone who's ever dined at SOJU Bar knows this restaurant has even more to offer. You can try bibimbap (Korean rice dish with meat and vegetables), kimbap (Korean seaweed rice roll), and bingsu (shaved ice with condensed milk and tons of toppings!). But wait, there's more... Here, you'll truly feel like you're in Seoul, as Korean drinking games with soju and/or beer are played in every corner of the restaurant. They certainly love a drink and a good time here, as right in the middle of the room, there's, yes, a beer pong table! In short, you go to SOJU Bar for the food and stay for the atmosphere. Tip: make a reservation to skip the line!
Ferdinand Bolstraat 13-15, Amsterdam – SOJU Bar
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Kim's So Korean Food
One of Amsterdam's newest Korean restaurants. You'll find this restaurant on a side street of Zeedijk, one of the city's best food streets for Asian food lovers, nestled in an alleyway in the Red Light District, still full of red-light windows. Perhaps you'll choose a different tip from this list for lunch with your kids ;-). If you're having dinner with friends and craving Korean food, this is the place to be from lunch until late. At lunchtime, you'll find Korean dishes, from dumplings to pancakes and tteokbokki to fried chicken. I was there for lunch, but the team told me that the menu changes completely in the evening, and that Korean barbecue is by far the most popular then. I'll definitely be back!
Molensteeg 13H, Amsterdam – kimsso.nl
© Your Little Black Book – Kim's So
mottos
Motti is actually a Korean concept store, but since you can also grab a bite to eat there, I definitely want to share this tip with you in Amsterdam's Jordaan district. Go to Motti for specific Korean ingredients, as well as cookware that will help you cook even more delicious Korean food at home. I love cycling past it when I'm craving something tasty around lunchtime. They have things like Kimbab, kimchi toasted sandwiches, and more delicious treats to go or to enjoy on a stool by the window.
Eerste Looiersdwarsstraat 28, Amsterdam – mottos
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Seoul Sista
You might already know Seoul Sista from Rotterdam, but you can also tuck into all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ in the heart of Amsterdam. No culinary highlights, but it's delicious, and you'll know exactly what your budget is at the end of the evening. The interior is modern and trendy, the food turnover is incredibly fast, and I regularly go there with my son. They have special prices for kids, and choosing your own meal with a tablet is a breeze.
Reguliersdwarsstraat 20, Amsterdam – seoulsista.nl
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Hongdae Amsterdam
Chances are the last time you visited Lange Leidsedwarsstraat was back when you were a student. We get it! Still, we're putting this street back on your radar, because while you'll be bombarded with tourists plopped down at the first Argentinian they see, there are also a few interesting Asian restaurants you'll definitely want to know about. Like Hongdae Amsterdam, a Korean street food restaurant serving mouth-watering dishes. Anyone who's ever been to Korea will recognize the dishes from the street food stalls and bring back all those holiday memories!
Lange Leidsedwarsstraat 57, Amsterdam – hongdae.nl
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GAJA Korean BBQ & Bar
One of the newest Korean barbecue restaurants in Amsterdam, and perhaps even the best! Gaja means LET'S GO, and that might just be what you do with your friends. So join us for an evening of all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ and other delicious dishes. They have different prices depending on the day of the week, and there's a special price for kids. Besides the restaurant, they also have a bar where you can order tasty snacks. The bar opens at noon, and the barbecue starts at 12.00:16.30 PM.
Oosterdokskade 145, Amsterdam – gajabbq.com
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Restaurant Nomi Korean BBQ
If you're dining with friends who actually prefer sushi to Korean barbecue, Nomi is the place to be. Here, these two worlds collide while enjoying a delicious cocktail. Nomi holds any surprises, because thanks to the all-you-can-eat concept, you know exactly what you'll pay when you dine here. Some of the menu will look familiar, as you'll also find those dishes on the menu at the well-known all-you-can-eat sushi spot. But... what you definitely want to try at Nomi are the red bean-filled Korean waffles shaped like fish and the sliced waguy, which you can order on the menu for an additional fee. So delicious!
Vijzelstraat 26 H, Amsterdam – restaurantnomi.nl
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Gangnam Chicken
Anyone who loves Korean fried chicken will definitely know Gangnam Chicken. They only do one thing here, and they do it incredibly well! I have to admit, when I eat Gangnam, I usually order it. Walking in and devouring this divine fast food right there is actually a better idea, because it's completely crunchy and super fresh.
First Helmersstraat 251h & Beukenweg 31, Amsterdam – gangnamchicken.nl
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The Patchka
De Patchka is the place to go for vegan Korean and Japanese food. This small eatery is located on Albert Cuypstraat in De Pijp, and its name comes from Japanese Depachika, the gourmet sections in department stores I absolutely love when I travel. All the dishes here are vegan and a bit more flavorful. They have a fixed menu, but also regularly change dishes, so there's always something new to discover!
Albert Cuypstraat 89, Amsterdam – depatchka.com
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Khan
Buitenveldert seems to be the epicenter of Korean cuisine in Amsterdam, or perhaps even the Netherlands. Not only will you find the amazing Korean supermarket Shilla on the GelderlandpleinIt's also teeming with Korean restaurants. Khan, for example, is housed in a less-than-attractive building on a deserted corner of the neighborhood. While it may not look inviting, the traditional Korean dishes are everything you could hope for.
Nederhoven 9, Amsterdam – Khan
© Khan
Seoul Food
From the outside, Seoul Food looks like a small supermarket, but you can actually find amazing street food here. Both takeaway and dine-in! The menu includes typical Korean delicacies like kimchi, bibimbap, and pajeon. And a big plus: everything is freshly prepared.
Kinkerstraat 73A, Amsterdam – Seoul Food
Miss Korea
A list of Korean restaurants in Amsterdam simply can't leave out Korean barbecue. And where else would you go than Miss Korea? The well-known all-you-can-eat barbecue concept lets you grill to your heart's content on your own BBQs, but also serves Japanese dishes. The best of both worlds, in other words. This low-key spot is a favorite of team YOURLBB!
Albert Cuypstraat 66-70, Amsterdam – Miss Korea
Damso
Damso is secretly just outside the city limits, but who cares? Just like at Khan, you'll find the best Korean food you'll taste outside of Korea here in a low-key atmosphere.
Village Street 88, Amstelveen – Damso
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More Korean restaurants in Amsterdam
Restaurant Korea
We're heading back to Buitenveldert, because Restaurant Korea on Van Boshuizenstraat is another must-see. They opened their doors in 1983 and have been a favorite with many fans of traditional Korean cuisine ever since. Here you can eat everything from bulgogi to chonkol and everything in between.
Van Boshuizenstraat 207-209, Amsterdam – Restaurant Korea
© Restaurant Korea
HwaWon
Near Khan, you'll find Hwa Won, another traditional Korean gem in the southernmost part of the city. Don't be put off by its appearance; you'll be amazed by the phenomenal food. That's why this tip definitely deserves a spot on our list of the best Korean restaurants in Amsterdam.
Nederhoven 13-15, Amsterdam – HwaWon
The Bab
The first location of The Bab, the Korean hotspot for simple Korean dishes, opened on the corner of Ruyschstraat and Camperstraat, on the edge of Amsterdam East and De Pijp. Besides bibimbap (hence the name), you can also find other dishes like Korean pancakes, gimbab (a type of sushi roll), and more. A bonus: most dishes can be made vegan upon request. The Bab has become a household name in the city, with locations in East, De Pijp, and West.
Camperstraat 36 & Cornelis Troostplein 3A, Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat 41H – Amsterdam – The Bab
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