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31 Budget restaurants in Amsterdam that are also very nice
In this article, I share my favorite budget restaurants in Amsterdam where you can eat well and affordably. From eateries to international cuisine: perfect spots for a fun night out without emptying your wallet immediately.
In this article, I share my favorite budget restaurants in Amsterdam where you can eat well and affordably. From eateries to international cuisine: perfect spots for a fun night out without emptying your wallet immediately.
Affordable and fun: these are the budget restaurants in Amsterdam
Are you also someone who prefers to eat out three times a week (or more)? It's truly the best thing ever! Nothing beats sitting at a table surrounded by your loved ones, chatting undisturbed without any distractions (like cooking). Unfortunately, there's one downside: it's expensive! Every month, you end up with more month left over than money, right? No worries, we don't have to adjust our culinary outings... No, we're going on a budget! We have the tastiest budget restaurants in Amsterdam.
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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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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
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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 }
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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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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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𝗔 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗳𝗲́ 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆?
@eetcafe_de_reiger is the spot to remember.
Cozy, casual, and a seasonal menu. This one was on my list to share for a year and finally it's (almost) asparagus season again! 🤤
Another plus? Prices are very reasonable here!
📍 Eetcafé de Reiger
Jordaan, Amsterdam City Centre
Save this spot for when you're craving warm Dutch traditional dishes in the heart of Amsterdam.
And did you hear the same team took over Eetcafé van Beeren? I can't wait to go there too!
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| TIP: Every week, you'll find an up-to-date guide on Your Little Black Book with the best tips for the weekend. Curious about what's happening this week? Check out the latest Amsterdam weekend tips!
31 X budget restaurants in Amsterdam
Amsterdam Bouillon
Bouillon d'Amsterdam is an all-day restaurant where the classic French bouillon concept meets Amsterdam's culinary culture. French quality at a reasonable price is, in my opinion, exactly what the city needs. The interior is warm and perfect for a leisurely meal with friends and family, but also for a quick lunch while shopping in the city center. The menu offers all the classics that will satisfy your Parisian cravings. From steak tartare to duck confit, and from lunch until late, you can order the entire menu à la carte. And the prices? They are truly excellent! All main courses are well over €20, and you can enjoy a steak frites for €16,90, for example.
New Side Voorburgwal 176-180, Amsterdam – bouillondamsterdam.nl
© Bouillon d'Amsterdam
Café Maxwell
Say Beukenplein, and you think of Café Maxwell! It's the place in East where you can enjoy a delicious meal in a charming setting, even on a budget. Café Maxwell recently underwent a complete renovation, but its familiar role in the neighborhood has remained. One of the things the team agreed on after the renovation: this place had to remain affordable for a large group of local residents. What you can taste there and everything else you want to know about this lovely eatery can be read in this extensive article >> Good to know: when the weather is nice, you can also sit on the terrace!
Beukenplein 27, Amsterdam – Maxwellcafe.nl
© Café Maxwell, Amsterdam
Hi Tin
For the tastiest Chinese pastries, Hoi Tin is a must-visit. From sweet custard buns to our favorite, the pork bun, they have it all. The buns are freshly prepared in the bakery every day and sell like hotcakes. Get there early to be sure to get one. Fancy dim sum or other delicious Chinese dishes? We have that too.
Zeedijk 122, Amsterdam – hoitin.nl
© Hoi Tin
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Café R. de Rosa
Every day from 18:00 PM, you're welcome to join us for a hot meal at R. de Rosa. A simple but always delicious dish plus a glass of wine for €16,50. Perfect if you don't feel like cooking one evening.
Boomstraat 41A, Amsterdam – rderosa.bar
© Café R. de Rosa
Mother
Is it time for taco night again? At Madre, you can enjoy Taco Tuesday every Tuesday. Two tacos and a margarita for €23,50. A fantastic deal, if you ask us. There's also live music during dinner. A fun night out at the start of the week.
Westerstraat 186, Amsterdam – madre.amsterdam
© Mother
Closed
Another deal that deserves to be on this list is the Plat du Jour at Clos Amsterdam. Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, you can order this monthly changing meal with a paired wine for €25. Keep an eye on their Instagram to see which menu they're currently serving.
Beukenplein 50, Amsterdam – closamsterdam.nl
© Clos
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Franggo
At Franggo, you can enjoy delicious Portuguese chicken. Besides the famous Piri Piri, discover other delicious flavors like garlic butter lemon. Can't decide? Then go for a half-and-half chicken with two different flavors. Finish your dinner with a delicious Pastel de Nata, and you'll feel like you're dining in Portugal.
De Clercqstraat 106 & Eerste Sweelinckstraat 9, Amsterdam – franggo.nl
© Franggo
Cafe Soleil
At Cafe Soleil It's all about Mediterranean comfort food that will make you happy. For under 20 euros, you can order the risotto with oyster mushrooms and pumpkin butter sauce, the piri piri chicken, or a plate of prawns al ajillo with fries and salad. A cozy spot for an evening with friends, but also surprisingly kid-friendly.
Papaverhoek 31, Amsterdam – cafesoleilamsterdam.nl
Fou Fow
Ramen is pure comfort food, something we could eat every day. At Fou Fow, they know exactly what to do. Make your ramen as delicious as you like by ordering extra toppings. Besides classics like Tonkatu or Miso ramen, they also have delicious bites on the menu.
Elandsgracht 2, Amsterdam – foufow.nl
© Fou Fow
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Kauffmann Falafel
From a falafel sandwich with mango to falafel with ratatouille, merguez, and halloumi, Kauffmann has the tastiest falafel sandwiches on the menu. Which pita will you choose?
Reinier Claeszenstraat 4, Amsterdam – barkauffmann.nl
© Kauffmann Falafel
La Perla
Many consider La Perla to be the best pizza in the city. This small but always bustling pizzeria is located in the Jordaan district. Expect a long wait, but it's more than worth it.
Tweede Tuindwarsstraat 53, Amsterdam – pizzalaperla.nl
© La Perla
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Bottom
Here, you're not just eating any pizza, but Neapolitan pizza. And everyone knows, of course, that pizza originated in Naples. The chefs themselves trained under the guardians of Neapolitan pizza: the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana. And you can taste it; it's so delicious!
Amstelveenseweg 89 & Roelofhartstraat 27, Amsterdam – sottopizza.nl
© Sotto
food hall
The Foodhallen in Amsterdam-West might not be exactly cheap, but if you're smart, you can definitely eat well for 15 euros. Try a platter of falafel and various kinds of hummus, for example, or a burger and fries. The sushi is also delicious and filling!
Bellamyplein 51, Amsterdam – foodhallen.nl
© Foodhallen
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Northern lights
A fun and affordable spot in Noord. It's also a great place to hang out during the day, and there are often parties in the evening, so chances are you'll end up staying a bit longer.
NDSM Square 102, Amsterdam – noorderlichtcafe.nl
© Northern Lights
LouLou Pizzabar
Here you can eat the most delicious pizzas for no more than 10 euros each. But if you really want a good deal, go for the specials. For example, the Tartufo Bianco or the one with pomegranate. They cost around 15 euros, and we promise, they're more than worth it.
Weesperzijde 42, Amsterdam – louloupizzabar.nl
© LouLou Pizzabar
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From the Spit
In my opinion, the tastiest chicken is definitely at Van 't Spit. And then there's the delicious corn on the cob and the sweet potato mash… YUM! Plus, it's always pleasantly busy here, and it's guaranteed to be a spot where you'll always linger longer than you planned.
De Clerqstraat 95, Amsterdam – vantspit.nl
© Van 't Spit
Spaghetteria
Delicious, fresh, and affordable pasta! It's already a staple in Amsterdam with several locations. It's not exactly budget-friendly, but it is delicious; finish with the homemade scroppino. So good!
Multiple locations, Amsterdam – spaghetti-pastabar.nl
© Spaghetteria
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The Beer Garden
Biertuin has delicious chicken and burgers in Amsterdam. It's also a great spot for drinks, and the food is good and affordable. Highly recommended!
Linneausstraat 29 & Prinsengracht 494 and Jan Evertsenstraat 135, Amsterdam – debiertuin.nl
© beer garden
Pata Negra
A Spanish tapas night is always a good idea! And the best part is, you can make it as expensive or as cheap as you like. The patatas bravas and bread with aioli are always delicious. Don't forget to order a glass of authentic Spanish wine with it—it's part of the experience! Enjoy.
Utrechtsestraat 124, Amsterdam – pata-negra.nl
© Pata Negra
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Oresti's
We'll linger for a bit over tapas, but this time with a more Mediterranean twist. This spot has moved from De Pijp to Overtoom, but it hasn't lost its charm. And it's still just as delicious!
Overtoom 5, Amsterdam – orestistaverna.nl
© Oresti's
Pizza bakers
This pizza spot also has multiple locations in Amsterdam. So you never have to cycle far for a pizza! It's always busy, and the pizzas are deliciously fresh.
Multiple locations, Amsterdam – depizzabakkers.nl
© The Pizza Bakers
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Kevin Bacon
I LOVE Thai food! And this spot offers it affordably and deliciously. It has a relaxed atmosphere, and the curries are highly recommended.
Witte de Withstraat 38, Amsterdam – kevinbacon.nl
© Kevin Bacon
Boi Boi
Another affordable Thai spot, but this one's in the East. And it's also incredibly delicious. I usually go for the green curry, but the other dishes are also recommended. Be sure to check out the daily special!
Pieter Vlamingstraat 56, Amsterdam – boiboi.nl
© Boi Boi
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Water edge
Surinamese food? YES please! Especially when the sun is shining, it's a great place to be (and that's not exactly a well-kept secret anymore ;-) ) with a beer and some food.
Marnixstraat 246, Amsterdam – waterkantamsterdam.nl
© The Waterfront
Bar Fuel
Conveniently located on the corner of Marnixstraat and Rozengracht, Bar Brandstof has been a favorite for years, thanks to its lovely terrace and excellent pub grub. The nachos with rendang are a must-try!
Marnixstraat 348, Amsterdam – fuel.bar
© Bar Fuel
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Troost brewery
A huge terrace with lovely tables, delicious beer, and juicy burgers. That means only one thing: Brouwerij Troost is a great place to be!
Pazzanistraat 27, Amsterdam – brewerytroost.nl
From Mechelen
In autumn and winter, this is one of my favorite spots for drinks and food. Because, unfortunately, there's no patio. But it's a good place to go if you want something tasty but don't want to spend too much. They also have lots of specials every day!
Sloterkade 96 – 97, Amsterdam – stadscafevanmechelen.nl
© Van Mechelen
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