Every year the question arises: what are you doing for New Year’s Eve? Apart from counting down with oliebollen and champagne, of course. While there are plenty of parties to attend, finding restaurants in Amsterdam that are open on New Year’s Eve can be tricky. Many restaurants are closed or host private parties. Fortunately, there are still enough restaurants open on December 31, 2024. Curious to know which ones? Check out this list of tips.
21 x Restaurants Open on New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam
Selva
Selva, located on the 24th floor of nhow Amsterdam RAI, is hosting a spectacular NYE party: Release the Beast. Enjoy a special menu, live entertainment, and a festive evening with an exotic vibe. For €199, you’ll get a dinner, a welcome cocktail, and a glass of champagne at midnight. Combine the restaurant’s unique Latin American vibe with stunning city views for an unforgettable start to 2025!
Europaboulevard 2b, Amsterdam – selva-restaurant.com
© Selva
Chez Nina
On New Year’s Eve, Chez Nina is the perfect spot for an elaborate NYE dinner in Amsterdam-West. The menu price includes a welcome drink and a glass of champagne to toast to the new year. Reservations can be made now via the website!
Van Limburg Stirumplein 10 A, Amsterdam – cheznina.nl
© Chez Nina
Stacks Diner
This year, celebrate NYE at Stacks Diner in Amsterdam-West with an evening filled with dining. They serve classic American homestyle cooking with a modern twist. The restaurant combines the vibe of a modern brown café with American influences and a unique menu. Such a cozy atmosphere, perfect for an evening when you don’t want a big party but still want some NYE vibes.
De Clercqstraat 32, Amsterdam – stacksdiner.com
© Stack diner
Bisous
Step back in time to the Roaring Twenties at Bisous during NYE! This Great Gatsby-themed party offers a champagne dinner and performances. For €275, enjoy a luxurious four-course dinner, live DJs, entertainment, and a midnight boat ride with views of the fireworks near the A’dam Tower. Only want to join the boat ride? That’s possible for €75, including champagne at midnight. Reservations start on December 6, so be quick – tickets are limited!
Albert Cuypstraat 31, Amsterdam – bisous-official.com
© Bisous
Ron Gastrobar
In Amsterdam Oud-Zuid, Ron Gastrobar is one of those restaurants you keep coming back to. Personally, I love going there for lunch. Always a delight! During the holidays, they go all out with a range of delicious menus for both lunch and dinner. And the best part: they’re also open on New Year’s Eve, promising a culinary celebration!
Sophialaan 55, Amsterdam – rongastrobar.nl
© Ron Gastrobar
Massalia
Massalia, the newest restaurant by chef Angelo Kremmydas, is the perfect place to kick off New Year’s Eve with a Mediterranean touch. Located at the cozy Beukenplein in Amsterdam-Oost, Massalia brings Greek flavors to a bistro-brasserie setting. Think dishes with fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, and refined herbs, paired with an impressive selection of natural wines and creative cocktails. For NYE, there’s no special event, but you can dine until 11 PM.
Beukenplein 21, Amsterdam – restobarmassalia.nl
© Massalia
Lolo Amsterdam
Celebrate NYE in style at Lolo! This charming Italian restaurant in the city serves a festive menu for €150 per person, including a bottle of prosecco. The beautiful interior and the always friendly Italian staff make this the perfect spot for an enjoyable evening.
Warmoesstraat 111, Amsterdam – lolo.amsterdam
© Lolo Amsterdam
NEXT
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at NEXT NDSM during their first ‘Your Next New Year’s Eve 24/25’. For €169, enjoy delicious dishes from chefs Jaimie van Heije and Vilmos Dohnal, along with refined cocktails. With a champagne bar, a dance floor overlooking the city, and an excellent DJ lineup, you’ll dance your way into the new year here.
NDSM-Kade 2, Amsterdam – nextndsm.nl
© NEXT
Helling7
Located on a former shipyard, this restaurant offers not only a spectacular view of the IJ but also a unique atmosphere thanks to the open kitchen where cooking is done over an open flame. Enjoy flavorful dishes here, perfect for ending the year in style. Reservations are a must, as this lovely restaurant is popular for NYE.
tt. Melissaweg 57, Amsterdam – helling7.nl
© Helling7
Cecconi’s
High-end Italian dining: that’s what you can expect at Cecconi’s. Often accompanied by an experienced pianist playing behind the grand piano, they go all out for New Year’s Eve, including a special menu. For €195 per person, they serve an Italian menu featuring cicchetti and shared starters.
Spuistraat 210, Amsterdam, cecconisamsterdam.com
© Cecconi’s
Europizza
At EuroPizza, pizza is taken to a whole new level. Don’t expect standard pizzas here, but creative combinations with ingredients like brie de meaux, miso, or even Dutch shrimp. In addition to these culinary delights, you can also enjoy oysters, cured ham, and razor clams.
Gedempt Hamerkanaal 79, Amsterdam – europizza.rest
© Europizza
Lotti’s
At Lotti’s, the restaurant of The Hoxton on the Herengracht, plans for a fun NYE party are still in the works. However, given the venue’s long-standing reputation, it’s bound to be a great time. Lotti’s has recently been completely revamped, making it the perfect spot to grab a bite on December 31 before heading out for the night.
Herengracht 255, Amsterdam – thehoxton.com
© Lotti’s
Verlan
Located in the heart of Amsterdam, Café Verlan is the perfect place to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a group of friends. This relatively new café feels instantly welcoming and is ideal for spontaneous drinks or long evenings with tables full of delicious food. With a French-inspired menu, an extensive wine list, and tasty cocktails, Verlan is a wonderful spot to end the year in style. A few tables are still available for early diners, which is perfect if you plan to visit friends afterward.
Prinsengracht 381, Amsterdam – cafeverlan.com
© Verlan
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Vanoost
Walking into Vanoost truly gives you a WOW feeling. The restaurant is located in the Pillows Maurits at the Park hotel at Oosterpark, and the dining experience is exceptional. Want to end 2024 in style and start 2025 with culinary delight? Then this fine dining restaurant in Amsterdam is the place to be. Chef Floris van Straalen and his team have prepared a special NYE menu for December 31. For €450 per person, you’ll be completely taken care of with a 7-course menu, including a drinks arrangement, a glass of champagne at midnight, and an open bar until 1:00 AM.
Mauritskade 61, Amsterdam – vanoostrestaurant.com
© Vanoost
Fikissimo Amsterdam
Fikissimo is always a great choice, and their NYE dinner promises to be another hit. For €160 per person, you can enjoy an elaborate dinner, including a glass of champagne. Note: the restaurant closes at 12:30 AM, so there’s no party after dinner.
Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat 35, Amsterdam – fikissimoamsterdam.com
© Fikissimo Amsterdam
Spring Café Brasserie
Spring Café Brasserie makes New Year’s Eve extra festive with a four-course dinner for €135 per person. Upon arrival and at midnight, you’ll be treated to a glass of champagne while the DJ spins the best tunes.
Mauritskade 61, Amsterdam – springcafebrasserie.com
© Spring Café Brasserie
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Gitane
At Café Restaurant Gitane in Amsterdam-West, you can enjoy Mediterranean dishes on NYE. Under the guidance of chef Angelo Kremmydas – known from NOPI and Bar BAUT – you’ll taste dishes inspired by his Greek roots, prepared with seasonal ingredients. A few tables are still available for an early dinner on December 31, allowing you to ring in the new year at home afterward.
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 146, Amsterdam – restaurantgitane.nl
© Gitane
Le French Café – Oost
Looking for a place to dine on New Year’s Eve? At Le French Café, you can still reserve a table at 6:00 PM for a delightful meal. This cozy café-restaurant on Javastraat in Amsterdam-Oost gives you a taste of Paris. The menu is filled with delicious dishes with a French twist, and plenty of bubbles will be chilled. Be sure to check their closing time for December 31 when making your reservation!
Javastraat 42, Amsterdam – lefrenchcafe.nl
© Le French Café – Oost
Cafe Restaurant Metro
A great spot in Noord, perfect for larger groups: Cafe Restaurant Metro is the place to be. The kitchen is inspired by Dutch classics, and most of the wine list features natural wines. On New Year’s Eve, you can enjoy a delicious lunch with friends here.
Asterweg 22, Amsterdam – caferestaurantmetro.nl
© Cafe Restaurant Metro
Cafe George
Café George is a true classic in Amsterdam, making it the perfect spot for an early bite on New Year’s Eve. At George, you can expect to indulge; during an average brunch, the champagne flows generously.
Leidsegracht 84, Amsterdam – cafegeorge.nl
© Cafe George
Night Kitchen
Located on the ever-popular Jan Pieter Heijestraat, Night Kitchen is a cozy spot focused on shared dining. It’s a charming hotspot with an intimate atmosphere and international allure, featuring dark wood interiors, a unique bar, and plenty of candlelight. Be quick, as only early evening tables are still available.
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 172H, Amsterdam – nightkitchenamsterdam.com
© Night Kitchen Amsterdam
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