16 of the best hotspots in Gedempt Hamerkanaal, Amsterdam North

Looking for a great restaurant in Amsterdam Noord and not sure where to go? Chances are you'll find something near Schaafstraat, Meeuwelaan, and Aambeeldstraat – this neighborhood is teeming with excellent restaurants and cafes. Time for an overview of the best hotspots in Amsterdam's Gedempt Hamerkanaal.

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These are the 16 best spots at Gedempt Hamerkanaal Amsterdam Noord

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For almost 10 years (!) Coba Amsterdam A well-known name in the North and surrounding areas. And that's not surprising, because at this unique location, they use authentic Mexican ingredients and recipes – from cocktails to dishes. Reservations can be made up to three months in advance, and in many cases, they're even required.
Schaafstraat 4, Amsterdam – coba-taqueria.com

© Coba

Murmur

Murmur Amsterdam is a delightful and unique listening bar (a popular concept!) in Amsterdam Noord. This place's menu is compact, yet offers everything you could wish for, without any choice overload. The dish of the week is variable (as the name suggests) and a bit larger; the other dishes are better categorized as snacks and small bites. They also serve a variety of specialty drinks, and this is one of those places where time flies. Before you know it, the evening is over.
Aambeeldstraat 60, Amsterdam – murmurmur.nl/mur

© Murmur

Barracuda

Barracuda opened its doors in 2024 and is now the renowned fish restaurant located on Aambeeldstraat. They have a unique approach: each table receives a menu where you can select which dishes you'd like to have. From toast with ricotta and scallops in white wine to fennel with sea aster – and there's plenty of choice for vegetarians too.
Aambeeldstraat 10, Amsterdam – barracuda.amsterdam

© Restaurant Barracuda, @restaurant_barracuda_amsterdam

Hotel de Goudfazant

Hotel de Goudfazant is one of those classic, always-good places. The modern menu changes frequently and has been surprising for years. A bakery has also been added, open daily from 10:00 AM.
Aambeeldstraat 30, Amsterdam – hoteldegoudfazant.nl

© Hotel de Goudfazant

Euro Pizza

Don't expect a typical pizzeria at Europa Pizza. In fact, they're far from it. They call it a pizza-driven wine bar, and that's actually a brilliant description for this place, which has been drawing crowds for years. The first time you visit, you'll immediately understand why.
Filled-in Hamerkanaal 79, Amsterdam – europizza.rest

© Europizza

Sam's Coffee North

Sam's Koffie Noord Amsterdam is the second branch of Sam's Koffie, which already has a location on Welnastraat in Oud-West. Opening a coffee shop in Noord is a different story than in Oud-West, the owners discovered. Nevertheless, Sam's Koffie Noord quickly became a popular hotspot for all ages.
Meeuwenlaan 126B, Amsterdam – samskoffielunch.nl

© Sam's Koffie Noord, @samskoffielunch

Europe Restaurant

At Restaurant Europa in Amsterdam Noord, everything is done differently: from the long bar to the set menu and the chefs themselves serving the dishes – it's the order of the day at Europa. The menu changes constantly and is based on what the chefs have in store for you.
Filled-in Hamerkanaal 81, Amsterdam – europa.rest

© Europa, @europa.rest

Benelux Bar

Benelux Bar Located right next to Europa, it's indeed from the same family as Europa and Europizza. This restaurant is completely different from the other two, as it focuses on snacks and drinks. Snacks are a treat: homemade sourdough bread with creamy butter, pickled artichoke hearts, and fried asparagus are just a few of the delicious treats. The cocktails are also one of a kind. All the spirits used in them come from Empirical in Copenhagen – a distillery that calls itself a "maker of flavors."
Filled-in Hamerkanaal 83, Amsterdam – be-ne-lux.bar

© Benelux Bar, @benelux.bar

Skate cafe

From restaurant to skate park to club – it all happens at Skatecafé. Enjoy an à la carte menu until 9:30 PM, after which the tables make way for a dancing crowd. So, dancing until the wee hours is guaranteed.
Filled-in Hamerkanaal 42, Amsterdam – skatecafe.nl/restaurant

© Skatecafé, Amsterdam

Beef Chief North

You probably know The Beef Chief Amsterdam from their kitchen at Oedipus Brewery. They've opened a new location in Amsterdam-Noord, and you'll want to check it out for their signature smash burgers.
Beitelkade 4, Amsterdam – thebeefchief.com

© Beef Chief, @beef.chief.north

Chateau Amsterdam

Not only can you buy wine at Chateau Amsterdam, you can also participate in various activities. For example, a wine tasting, where you'll be given a tour of the entire aging process and learn more about all the wines Chateau Amsterdam offers.
Filled-in Hamerkanaal 139, Amsterdam – chateau.amsterdam

© Chateau Amsterdam

Sichuan Territory (Garage North)

The name may sound familiar to you because Sichuan Territory Amsterdam already has a location near the Red Light District. The second location is part of Garage Noord. They're known for their authentic Sichuan cuisine, and the new location in Noord takes that even further. No Dutch interpretation of Chinese dishes, but you can taste the real China in our capital at this location.
Filled-in Hamerkanaal 40, Amsterdam – garagenoord.com/restaurant

© Sichuan Territory Amsterdam, @sichuan_territory

FC Hyena

Whether you're just looking for a delicious meal or have a date planned, FC Hyena is the perfect place to be. Besides a menu with fantastic dishes for shared dining, the separate cinema offers plenty of entertainment for a full night out.
Aambeeldstraat 24, Amsterdam – fchyena.nl

© FC Hyena

Tula Cantina

Tula Cantina is the younger sibling of neighbor Coba. Whether you have a seat at Coba or not, you'll definitely want to stop by Tula Cantina—from early morning until late at night—for a fresh cup of coffee, a treat, or one of their delicious mezcal cocktails.
Schaafstraat 8, Amsterdam – Instagram

© Tula Cantina, @tula.cantina