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24 X Restaurants with main courses under €15 in every district of the city
Looking for a budget-friendly meal in Amsterdam? These restaurants offer main courses under €15. We've conveniently divided the restaurants by neighborhood, making it even easier to choose where to dine on a budget in Amsterdam!
24 Restaurants with main courses under €15 in almost every neighborhood
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟰, 𝟭𝟱, 𝟭𝟲 & 𝟭𝟳
HELLO long weekend!
With Ascension Day turning today into a little Friday kind of day ;-), this is the moment to gather your friends and do something fun.
And trust me: there is a lot happening in Amsterdam!
From Rollende Keukens taking over Westerpark to Aardbewoners Festival at @artis_amsterdam, Proef Pampus on Forteiland Pampus, CABINET Curated Curiosa & Design Market at the Centrale Markthal, Museum Market on Museumplein, Royal Palace audio tours for all ages, and Pure Markt in the Amsterdamse Bos.
Also fun to check out: you can get SALVO Miso Caramel Tiramisu Lattes at a Bike Thru in Amsterdam-Noord!
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with all 107 tips straight to your DMs.
What's your vibe this long weekend? You can find me in ARTIS and at Rollende Keukens!
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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.
Save this post, or comment STRANDHOTEL and you will receive the complete list of all the gems directly via DM. Enjoy the weekend!
#beachhotels #housebythesea #netherlands #northhollandzeeland
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
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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 }
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?
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 85 tips straight to your DMs.
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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@anne_de_buck
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)
🖊️ @anne_de_buck
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 }
budget restaurants Amsterdam North
The Pecorino: The best pizza in Amsterdam North? You can get it at Il Pecorino in the bustling Van der Pekplein!
Van der Pekplein 11, Amsterdam – ilpecorino.nl
Royal CannibalFor late-night snacks and one of the best burgers in town, visit Cannibale Royale. Besides three locations in the city center (Handboogstraat, Rozengracht, and Lange Niezel) and De Pijp (Ruysdaelkade), they've also opened a restaurant in Noord.
Mt. Ondinaweg 32, Amsterdam – cannibaleroyale.nl
Northern lights: While we're on the subject of favorites, Noorderlicht can't be missed. This creative spot on the NDSM site in Amsterdam Noord is the ideal place for a party, drinks or low-budget dinner.
NDSM Square 102, Amsterdam – noorderlichtcafe.nl
Best before date (Tolhuistuin)As soon as you step off the Buiksloterveer ferry, you'll see the Tolhuistuin and its restaurant, THT. Thanks to the elevated position of the (large!) restaurant, you can marvel at the view of the IJ River. The menu offers several smaller dishes, but even if you order two, they usually cost less than (or around) €15.
IJpromenade 2, Amsterdam – tht.nl
THT
budget restaurants Amsterdam West
Café ZurichThe round café with its red roof is impossible to miss on Mercatorplein. With the parking garage underneath, the cozy fireplace, and the huge terrace in the sunshine, this spot is always a good choice.
Mercatorplein 2B, Amsterdam – cafezurich.nl
De VondeltuinVondelpark boasts several cafés and restaurants, including the Vondeltuin. Enjoy a flammkuchen, a savory crêpe, a spicy curry, or perhaps a salad. Whichever way you look at it, you're sure to find a great spot in this setting!
Vondelpark 7, Amsterdam – devondeltuin.nl
Spaghetteria: My all time favorite in Amsterdam is without a doubt SpaghetteriaThe simple formula gives you a choice of six different pasta dishes, ranging from arrabiata and ravioli to spaghetti vongole and tagliatelle with wild boar ragù. What more could you ask for?
Multiple locations, Amsterdam – spaghetti-pastabar.nl
| TIP: Looking for budget-friendly dining in Amsterdam? View the best budget restaurants here.
Bar KostaThe former Ter Brugge at the end of the Overtoom opened as Bar Kosta after a long renovation. It immediately became one of our favorite spots, thanks in part to its fantastic sunny terrace, delicious snacks, and friendly service.
Overtoom, Amsterdam – barkosta.com
RotisserieRotisserie chicken makes everyone happy! Especially the Rotisserie kind, because boy are they good. Go for the fried chicken burger with extra kimchi and thank me later.
De Clercqstraat 81H and Beukenplein 17, Amsterdam – rotisserieamsterdam.nl
Rotisserie
budget restaurants in De Pijp
FranggoPortuguese rotisserie chicken with pir-ipiri sauce—it's hard to say no to that! This cute little spot quickly became a neighborhood favorite. Order takeout or dine in.
First Sweelinckstraat 9h, Amsterdam – franggo.nl
Fou Fow RamenSlurp! Ramen is pure comfort food, and we could eat it every day. Fou Fow's ramen is one of our favorites, thanks in part to the amazing broth and char siu (roasted pork belly).
Van Woustraat 3, Amsterdam – foufow.nl
AlbinaThe city is bursting with Surinamese eateries, but Albina is definitely my number one. Not only because of its location within walking distance of my house, but especially because of the superb saoto soup and pom sandwiches.
Albert Cuypstraat 69, Amsterdam – albina-amsterdam.nl
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From the Spit: Even more chicken, but we simply can't resist. Van 't Spit is always good and fundamentally different from Franggo. Van 't Spit is not only much bigger, but they're more American-style, with onion relish and divine barbecue sauce.
Frans Halsstraat, Amsterdam – vantspit.nl
GlassSuddenly, the city is teeming with Israeli spots, and I can only encourage this trend! After dating an Israeli, I can't deny that I still miss my former mother-in-law's authentic hummus. Luckily, there's Bardak, with their insanely delicious hummus, fluffy pitas, and killer cocktails.
Ferdinand Bolstraat 12, Amsterdam – bardak.nl
Glass
budget restaurants Amsterdam East
Bar GalliziaBar Gallizia is a cozy Italian restaurant and wine bar on Javastraat. Most pasta dishes are under €15, and the burrata alone is reason enough to go there.
Javastraat 67, Amsterdam – gallizia.nl
Caffe MiloI had one of the best burgers I've ever had here (hello Old Amsterdam, red onion relish, and focaccia!), and Caffe Milo is still one of my favorites for drinks or a bite to eat in Amsterdam East. It has a cozy terrace, no fuss, and delicious beer on tap.
Linnaeusstraat 71h, Amsterdam – caffemilo.com
The Beer GardenThey won Het Parool's burger test years ago, but the chicken (there it is again!) is the crowd-pleaser. Prefer a healthier option? Then go for the Caesar salad with spit-roasted chicken. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it!
Linnaeusstraat 29 and Prinsengracht 494, Amsterdam – debiertuin.nl
d&a hummusI'm open about my love for hummus; it's simply such a great invention! Hummus is not only inexpensive, but also nutritious, vegetarian, and plant-based. It's practically a delicious accompaniment – mango chutney, anyone?
Oostenburgergracht 185 and Westerstraat 136, Amsterdam – dna-hummusbistro.com
The Commons: The Commons is the restaurant at The Student Hotel. The menu offers a variety of options, with something for everyone. Make it as extensive as you like.
Wibautstraat 131 and Jan van Galenstraat 335, Amsterdam – thecommonsrestaurant.nl
the commons
budget restaurants Amsterdam Center
Hi TinHidden among the many Asian restaurants and Asian shops, you'll find Hoi Tin, where authentic Hong Kong food is served. Step through the red-and-gold gate and imagine yourself in the city of dim sum, noodles, and skyscrapers.
Zeedijk 122, Amsterdam – restauranthoitin.com/nl
Oh MaiVietnam is one of the most mentioned food destinations and just a look at Ô Mai's menu will make your mouth water.
Utrechtsestraat 12, Amsterdam – omai.nl
Ben Cohen Streetfood: Ben Cohen had been on Rozengracht for years, but his son renovated and reopened it in 2019. He renovated the place and turned it into a cozy Tel Aviv-style bar. The menu features some of the best hummus in the city, as well as an amazing mushroom shawarma and more. A must-try!
Rozengracht 239, Amsterdam – bencohenstreetfood.com
Ben Cohen Streetfood
Nam KeeWe all want to slurp oysters like Katja Schuurman and Egbert Jan Weeber. At the golden oldie, Nam Kee, you'll do it like the best, but they also have plenty of budget-friendly options on the menu.
Zeedijk 111-113, Amsterdam – namkee.nl
La PerlaWe're rounding out this list with what many consider to be the very best pizza in town: La Perla! Located in the Jordaan district, this small but always bustling pizzeria is waiting for you. Expect a long wait, but it's more than worth it.
Tweede Tuindwarsstraat 53, Amsterdam – pizzalaperla.nl
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