Café Felperlaan Amsterdam
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Bos en Lommer Amsterdam Guide: 22 of the best restaurants, cafes and other hotspots

18 December 2024
Last updated: December 18, 2024

A few years ago you didn't really know what you were getting into Forest in Lommer What was it all about? Now, this neighborhood is really buzzing. Bos en Lommer, aka BOLO, has changed considerably and become much nicer in terms of restaurants and cafes. Of course, you'll find a Turkish bakery, a greengrocer, and various takeaway places where you can get delicious food, but you'll also find a number of trendy hotspots for a bite to eat. That's why we've compiled a list of the best food and drink hotspots in Bos en Lommer for you.

22 x Food & drinks in Bos en Lommer Amsterdam

Office

On the edge of De Baarsjes and Bos en Lommer, you'll find Oficina, perhaps the most stylish restaurant in the entire neighborhood. Besides its beautiful location and oasis of tranquility, the food is unparalleled. They're a "food studio," and it shows. Their dishes are as unique as they are beautiful.
Jan van Galenstraat 147, Amsterdam – oficinaoficina.com

forest and shade amsterdam

© Oficina, @oficina.amsterdam

Café Felperlaan

The dishes on the menu of Café Felperlaan Amsterdam They need little embellishment; they simply thrive in their simplicity. Lila evokes influences from Café Restaurant Amsterdam, but with a French twist. The reference isn't surprising, as the owner gained over fifteen years of experience at this establishment.
Main road 141, Amsterdam – cafefelperlaan.nl

© Café Felperlaan, @cafefelperlaan

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Terrace Sparrow

A lovely terrace in the heart of Erasmus Park. Need we say more? At Terrasmus, you can relax during a walk in the park and enjoy simple but delicious dishes.
Erasmuspark 1, Amsterdam – terrasmus.nl

forest and shade amsterdam

© Terrasmus, @terrasmus

Attoneje

At wine shop Attendance Amsterdam (or rather: 'Attenoje!' which means something like 'my goodness!' and comes from Yiddish) you've come to the right place not only for a juicy bottle of your favorite wine, but also for modern art. And that turns out to be a golden combination.
Jan van Galenstraat 161h, Amsterdam – Instagram

attend Amsterdam

© Attenoje, @attenoje.store

Elmo's

A no-nonsense breakfast and lunch café in the heart of Bos en Lommer: that's what Elmo's is for. Their sandwiches are simply excellent (and generously filled), as are the healthy bowls, salads, and pancakes. Fun for all ages.
Egidiusstraat 89, Amsterdam – elmosamsterdam.nl

Eetcafé Edita

Eetcafé Edita Amsterdam had to be a place where you're reminded of beautiful moments with friends, preferably during a summer holiday in a Mediterranean region. Take the South of France, a place where summer evenings seem to last forever. Owner Anna Meyer drew inspiration from this and opened Eetcafé Edita (Amsterdam West), named after her grandmother.
Jan van Galenstraat 92, Amsterdam – Instagram

Eetcafé Edita

© Eetcafé Edita, @Eetcafé.Edita

Patisserie Rijkhoff

Rijkhoff is a household name in Amsterdam and the surrounding area; they arguably have the best pastries in the city. So if you walk past their window, it's hard to resist leaving with a pastry in hand. From pistachio tarts to a pecan pie like you've never tasted before: Rijkhoff's flavors are unmatched.
Bos en Lommerweg 319, Amsterdam – rijkhoffpatisserie.nl

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© Rijhoff, @rijkhoffpattisserie

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Mi-Ami

One of the most delightful waterfront terraces can be found at Mi-Ami in Amsterdam West. The pintxos, empanadas, and consistently good cocktails complete the experience. And if you're throwing a party, you can rent this place!
Jan van Galenstraat 169, Amsterdam – mi-ami.nl

forest and shade amsterdam

© Mi Ami, @mi_ami_amsterdam

Mogu Amsterdam

Mogu is the very first Malatang restaurant in the Netherlands. For those unfamiliar with the concept, at a Malatang restaurant you create your own bowl, following traditional Chinese traditions. You choose a broth and the other ingredients displayed in a display case. Mogu's offerings go even further: for those who can't decide, they also offer Thom Kha Kai and miso soup.
Admiral de Ruijterweg 334, Amsterdam – mogu-food.com

New restaurants Amsterdam Mogu Malatang

© Mogu Malatang

MasMais Taqueria/marisqueria

MasMais has no fewer than two locations in Bos en Lommer: a taqueria and a marisqueria. With their first restaurant (the taqueria), they've instantly put tacos back on the map in Amsterdam. Their marisqueria is an ode to Mexican seafood. Both are a must-try.
Main road 456 and Admiral de Ruijterweg 273, Amsterdam – masmais.nl

MasMais Marisqueria

© MasMais Marisqueria, @masmais.marisqueria

Lupe

Authentic Mexican dishes and unique cocktails—doesn't that sound like music to your ears? At Lupe Amsterdam, your Mexican dreams come true. And no, there aren't Frida Kahlo paintings on the walls, and the windowsills aren't littered with cacti. The focus is on a great atmosphere and the best Mexico has to offer; from an extensive cocktail menu to a dinner menu that will make you hungry.
Willem de Zwijgerlaan 333, Amsterdam – lupemexmex.com

New restaurants Amsterdam Lupe

© Lupe

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White Label Coffee West

You'll find high-quality specialty coffee at White Label Coffee West. And if you can't get enough, simply take a bag of beans home with you.
Jan Evertsenstraat 136, Amsterdam – whitelabelcoffee.nl

forest and shade amsterdam

© White Label Coffee, @whitelabelcoffee

No Man's

No Man's Art is an art gallery and bar all rolled into one. Enjoy a taste of culture while enjoying a good glass of wine and a tasty snack. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Bos en Lommerweg 88-90, Amsterdam – nomansart.com/debar

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© No Man's, @debar.nomansart

West Wine Office | Cheese Neighbor

Bureau Wijn West/Kaasbuur offers the perfect combination of good wine and cheese. These two pair perfectly during a casual get-together. If you're having guests, you'll want to stock up at this place.
Admiral de Ruijterweg 325, Amsterdam – bureauwijn.nl

Office Wine & The Cheese Neighbor Amsterdam

© Bureau Wijn & De Kaasbuur Amsterdam

Fuku

Fuku might just have the best coffee in all of Amsterdam-West, so you'll definitely want to check it out. This place is packed with locals every day, but it also attracts international coffee lovers. And wine lovers are in the right place too, as they occasionally organize pop-ups in collaboration with (natural) wine importers.
Bos en Lommerweg 136 HS, Amsterdam – friedhats.com/fuku

bos en lommer amsterdam friedhatsfukucafe

© Fuku, @friedhatsfukucafe

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Abbey

Abbey Amsterdam is a great restaurant in Bos en Lommer. Because no matter what you come for, you'll always end up staying a little longer. The enormous terrace also makes it the Bos en Lommer hotspot in the summer.
Admiral de Ruijterweg 404, Amsterdam – abbey.nl

Abbey Amsterdam Bos en Lommer

© Abbey

Café Mabell

Delicious coffee and a warm, welcoming atmosphere: that's exactly what awaits you when you visit Café Mabell. Homemade pastries, cakes, coffees, and smoothies: this is the perfect place for a midday pit stop.
Hofwijckstraat 43, Amsterdam – Instagram

Bos en Lommer Amsterdam mabellamsterdam

© Mabell, @mabellamsterdam

The Villy

The Villy is one of those places you'll want to know about. Besides delicious lunch, coffee, and snacks, they offer a wide range of flexible workspaces. So swap your home office for a desk at The Villy, and you'll definitely get through the day well.
Bos en Lommerplein 302, Amsterdam – thevilly.com/rhapsody-amsterdam

bos en lommer amsterdam thevilly_amsterdam

© The Villy, @thevilly_amsterdam

Selmas

Selma's is located in two locations in the city: the heart of the city and in Bos en Lommer. This Nordic bakery is hard to resist, if only for the aroma of cinnamon rolls that greets you as you walk by. But they have more, too; they also serve good coffee and sandwiches.
Jan van Galenstraat 70H, Amsterdam – selmasbakery.com

Selma's Cinnamon buns Amsterdam

Selma's, Amsterdam

Bret

Craft beer and delicious food. That's what Bret is all about! Built using a number of red shipping containers, it has a lovely industrial look. Bret is also a great spot for Friday afternoon drinks!
Orlyplein 76, Amsterdam – bret.bar

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© Bret

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Neighbor & Neighbor

The nicest neighborhood pizzeria where you go for a super tasty pizza baked in their homemade wood-fired oven.
Mercatorstraat 171, Amsterdam – neighbor-amsterdam.pizza

© Buurman & Buurman

Heart of the Forest

A takeaway in Bos en Lommer with various daily specials and a weekly changing menu made with local ingredients. But Hartje Bos is also a small shop with all sorts of other lovely local products, such as handmade bow ties, jars of fruit spread, and artwork.
Admiral de Ruijterweg 275, Amsterdam – Facebook

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