Seek and find
These are the hotspots in the Canal Belt that you need to know!
Nothing is as typical of Amsterdam as the beautiful grachtengordelThe Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, Singel, and all the streets in between. How wonderful it is to cycle or walk along them, from bridge to bridge. And as soon as the first rays of sunshine appear, all of Amsterdam can be found on the water. But the Canal Belt wouldn't be the Canal Belt if it weren't packed with food, drink, and shopping spots. We've compiled a list of the best restaurants, lunchrooms, coffee bars, concept stores, fashion boutiques, accommodations, and things to do for you. Read more in our Amsterdam Canal Belt Guide!
Food & drinks in the Canal Belt
Restaurants in the Canal Belt
- Lotti's Bar & GrillThe Hoxton Hotel's restaurant! A great place to dine in the evening or enjoy Sunday brunch.
- Cafe de Klepel: nice gastrobar in the Prinsenstraat where you can eat delicious food.
- JD Williams Whisky BarMore than just a whisky bar! At JD Williams, you can also order delicious Korean dishes, perfect for sharing.
- Kitchen & Bar Van Rijn: a fancy, hip restaurant on Rembrandtplein. There's a whole lot hanging here tof atmosphere, DJs play house tunes and the cocktails are very good.
Oh Mai: spot on the Utrechtsestraat where you can eat authentic Vietnamese dishes prepared in Mama's style.
- Ali OcakbasiThis restaurant started in Turkey, but has since established itself worldwide. And now in Amsterdam! Expect delicious, authentic dishes.
- De Luwte: All-time favorite restaurant where you can eat incredibly well! Perfect spot for a romantic evening out.
- Johannes RestaurantThis French-inspired restaurant is within walking distance of the Nine Streets. It features a new menu every two weeks!
- Tempo DoeloeIndonesian rice tables? Yes, please! This Indonesian restaurant serves delicious food.
- Lion NoirLunch, dinner, cocktails. It's all possible at Lion Noir!
- Civil: You'll find the tastiest burger at Burgerlijk! Here you can create your own burger and eat exactly what you're craving.
- Field of Fiori: because of course an Italian restaurant cannot be missed in the Canal Belt!
- BluespoonsThe Andaz hotel's restaurant boasts a superb menu. They use (local) ingredients with an international twist, and the dishes change with the seasons.
- Envy: an Amsterdam classic and one of the restaurants with a Bib Gourmand 2016! That means good food for a great price!
- The French Connection: a French restaurant in the old Odeon building!
- Odette's buffet: at this cozy bistro you can have breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week.
- Lombardo'sFancy a burger? They serve really good ones at Lombardo's!
Coffee in the Canal Belt
- BoccaA coffee paradise in the center of Amsterdam! Coffee roastery Bocca now has a location where you can learn all about coffee and enjoy the best coffees.
- Caffe Il MomentoThis canal-side coffee bar makes coffee from a variety of beans, all roasted in Amsterdam.
Lunch in the Canal Belt
- LaviniaThe food at Lavinia is pure and organic. You won't find any E-numbers in any of the dishes! Everything is made fresh daily, making it a great place to eat healthy!
- pickLooking for a healthy lunch spot? Then go to Pluk! For fresh juices, smoothies, salads, and sandwiches. And handy: everything is to-go!
- Coffee Concepts Sandwich Bar: At Reguliers, Coffee Concepts has a second location where everything revolves around sandwiches and coffee.
- Dr. BlendNeed a vitamin boost? Then you really need to go to Dr. Blend. Here you'll find the best superfoods, juices, and other beverages. It's also a great spot for organic beauty products and clothing.
- Ree7: a warm, modern and atmospheric restaurant for breakfast and lunch!
- Pure Coffee: hidden gem in the Utrechtsestraat for juices, sandwiches and good coffee.
- Vegabond: a vegan hotspot in the city center!
- SLA : Order a salad from the menu or create your own salad at this salad bar!
- Marie Stella Maris ArchivesThis concept store is right on the corner of Keizersgracht and Huidenstraat. You'd easily walk right past it if you weren't looking! But if you find it, you can enjoy the café. Parisian bistro style!
- Toos & RoosA cheerful little cafe for breakfast and lunch. The interior is so colorful and inviting, and be sure to order a delicious soup.
- GoldfinchWhen you think of the Waldorf Astoria, you might immediately think of Librije's Sister. But at Goldfinch Brasserie, you can enjoy a delicious brunch!
Take out in the Canal Belt
- Kagetsu: In my opinion, the best sushi in Amsterdam is at Kagetsu!
- stach: at this caterer you can get freshly baked bread, tasty cheese and sausages for drinks and healthy fresh meals.
- Hello BeautifulOn the corner of Prinsengracht and Utrechtsestraat, you'll find the Italian delicatessen Ciao Bella. Here you can get delicious, authentic Italian dishes such as pasta and antipasti.
- Urban Cacao: a chocolate shop with delicious macarons!
Drinks & dancing in the Canal Belt
– At these spots you can enjoy drinks as well as food: cocktail bar The cage, JD Williams Whisky Bar, Kitchen & Bar Van Rijn, Rose's Cantina, Snappers, Wolf Street 23, Lion Noir.
You can also have drinks at:
- Apt.An American-style bar in the old Odeon building. Perfect for a drink!
- Hooray!: nice, new beer café on the Single where they serve Amsterdam beers.
- At the Elephant of CongoA clubhouse with both an early evening lineup and late-night parties. Located where Bar Ludwig used to be.
- Door74Cocktail time! Door74 is a cozy bar where you can enjoy drinks in style. It's also a secret bar, but not so secret anymore ;-)
Shopping in the Canal Belt
- The Public House of ArtAre you looking for affordable art? Then The Public House of Art might be just the thing for you! A gallery extraordinaire, where the art is affordable and the selection is vast.
- HopeDo you also love Scandinavian style? At Hope, you can find both Scandinavian fashion and design. You can also order online.
- Ou. Boutique by ValA mini boutique and spa all in one! Here you can shop for beautiful clothes, shoes, and accessories not only for yourself, but also for your little one!
- Collective SpaceThis concept store is a beautiful sight and sells some truly lovely items! You can find clothing and home accessories here.
- VelourSwedish fashion in the Nine Streets! Velour is a concept store for both men and women, and they sell everything from clothing and sunglasses to perfume and underwear!
- EpisodeThis company has four (!) locations in Amsterdam. Which isn't surprising, because they sell a huge selection of great vintage and secondhand clothing.
- GoatWoolShop: concept store where everything for sale is sustainable. And that sustainability is no longer just for the woolly-sock type, is clearly evident at the GeitenWollenWinkel.
- AnecdoteYourlbb loves Dutch design! Anecdote's very first brand boutique is located on Wolvenstraat.
- DenhamStill looking for the perfect pair of jeans? This specialty jeans store can help. Their Runstraat location is specifically for women!
- The DarlingAffordable brands, vintage, and original designs. In this cute little shop, you can buy cupcakes as well as lots of fun fashion items.
- Mobilia: Home furnishings store with a beautiful collection of home design! Here you'll find items from very affordable to exclusive.
- JanOne of our favorite concept stores in Amsterdam! Here you'll find the best gifts for yourself and others.
- MintFor beautiful, original lifestyle items, go to Mint. You'll find something for everyone here!
- We Are Labels Woman: You'll find fun and international brands here, so you can always find a fantastic outfit. All of them are high quality, made from fine fabrics, and featuring both trendy and classic pieces.
- We Are Labels Men: with just as nice and comfortable clothes as the We Are Labels Woman, but for men!
- Nîmes outfit: also for men! This cool concept store is all about cool jeans. But you've also come to the right place for other clothing, shoes, and accessories. Fancy a coffee? They serve coffee from Lot Sixty One!
- RumFor Scandinavian basics, head to Rum in the Nine Streets. Find a beautiful blouse, leather pants, and other must-haves.
- Muse the StoreFind urban women's clothing at Muze! Beautiful, comfy, and cool. Here you'll find both major and smaller brands.
- Samsøe & SamsøeIf you love urban and stylish styles and are looking for basics, this Danish store is the place to be! The accessories are also super nice.
- Toms: Buying really nice fashion items and supporting a good cause at the same time. We love that! Tom's sells beautiful shoes, bags, and glasses.
Staying in the Canal Belt
- Hotel IXThe only luxury hotel in the heart of the Nine Streets! Stay in one of the five luxury suites named after a street in the Nine Streets and furnished with local items. How fun!
- AndazIf Hotel IX is fully booked, you can always stay within walking distance of the Nine Streets at Andaz! A beautiful design hotel on the Prinsengracht.
- The HoxtonAnd of course, staying at The Hoxton is also a wonderful experience! Book a hotel room with a view of the Keizersgracht canal. Breakfast bags (in bed) from Stach are included, delicious!
- WaldorfThis is a hotel full of luxury! The Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam is housed in six interconnected historic buildings, each unique in its own right. And the decor is ultra-luxurious, classic, and modern.
- Hotel Dwars: a small boutique hotel in the city center. The 9 unique rooms were designed by the ladies of Things I Like Things I Love with a bohemian meets design style.
Things to do in the Canal Belt
- City Street SpaCould you use some relaxation? Then book a treatment at this beauty salon on the canals!
- Foam fabric: our favorite photography museum in Amsterdam!
-Tuschinsky: Catch a movie? Tuschinski is without a doubt the most beautiful cinema in Amsterdam!
- Hendrikje Bag MuseumA museum with exhibitions on fashion, art, and the history of bags. A great way to combine it with a high tea.
Nearly 90 spots can be found in the grachtengordel! Are we missing anything? Please let us know!
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