Dining out in Amsterdam: 33 restaurants perfect for date night

Planning a date night with your loved one, but still not sure where to go? These 33 restaurants in Amsterdam are perfect for date night, with quality food, fine wines and other drinks, a great atmosphere, and romantic candlelight. What more could you ask for?

33 Restaurants Perfect for Date Night in Amsterdam

The Willem

Café de Willem is perfect for a more casual date night (including fine wine or cocktails), while Restaurant de Willem is ideal for a more upscale evening with a four- to six-course menu. Whichever you choose, you're guaranteed a great evening at this unique venue.
Haarlemmerplein 58, Amsterdam – de-willem.nl

© De Willem

Eetcafé Edita

Eetcafé Edita Amsterdam wanted to be a place where you're reminded of beautiful moments with friends and loved ones, preferably during a summer holiday in a Mediterranean region. Take the South of France, for example, a place where summer evenings seem to last forever. Feel the butterflies already?
Jan van Galenstraat 92H, Amsterdam – eetcafe-edita.nl

© Eetcafé Edita, @Eetcafé.Edita

Parlotte

Parlotte is one of the finest restaurants on Westerstraat. They serve excellent wines and a French menu, mostly designed for sharing. Don't miss the scallops in spicy sauce.
Westerstraat 182, Amsterdam – parlotte.nl

© Parlotte, @cafe_parlotte

Café Restaurant Verlan

A place where you can go on weekends, starting at lunchtime, for a French-inspired, no-nonsense menu. That's a good thing, because lunch on the weekend is sometimes so much more fun than dining out late at night – even if you're on a date. It's a place where you can go as crazy as you like. Read the extensive review here.
Prinsengracht 381HS, Amsterdam – cafeverlan.com

© Café restaurant Verlan

Mata Hari

In the heart of the city center, tucked away in the Red Light District, you'll find a hidden gem: Mata Hari Amsterdam. The restaurant, which has been drawing crowds for years, was due for an upgrade. The owners of Helling7 and Café Verlan saw an opportunity and recently took over the business. After a minor renovation and the development of a new menu, the new Mata Hari restaurant reopened in early January. The interior still evokes late 19th-century Paris. Perfect for a night out with your loved one.
Old side backburgwal 22, Amsterdam – matahari-amsterdam.nl

© Mata Hari

Trees

Trees Amsterdam is exactly such a place that our capital was still missing. A place with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and a mouthwatering menu. The interior is cozy, dark, and feels like a second home. It's reminiscent of Gertrude (also from Amadou and Géza's pen), but with a different twist. A lovely place where you'd just as happily settle in with a date as with friends.
Zeedijk 14A, Amsterdam – treesamsterdam.nl

© Trees

Gertrude

Gertrude is one of those consistently good spots in Amsterdam West where you'd love to hang out every weekend. The food is delicious and unique, the staff is friendly, and there's always something going on. The cute tables and cozy setting make this spot perfect for a date night.
Bosboom Toussaintstraat 28-H, Amsterdam – gertrudeamsterdam.nl

© Gertrude, Amsterdam

Hostel

Auberge reopened its doors with the help of Michelin-starred chef Richard van Oostenbrugge, known for his work at Restaurant 212, De Juwelier, and Bistro de la Mer. Since reopening, Oostenbrugge, along with the owners, has breathed new life into Auberge, maintaining the same quality and expertise you've come to expect. Perfect for a night out with your loved one.
Albert Cuypstraat 58-60, Amsterdam, aubergeamsterdam.nl/auberge

© Auberge

Cafe Wu

You might know Chef Timo de Beurs from Slagerij de Beurs, founded by his grandfather. The butcher shop closed, but the now-famous Café Wu took its place. From red mullet in oyster sauce to sui mai with lango tartare: Café Wu quickly became a huge success, thanks to its unique menu and pleasant atmosphere. here is the extensive article about Café Wu.
Dapperstraat 10, Amsterdam – cafewu.nl

© Café Wu Amsterdam, @cafewu.ams

Fuku Ramen

Chef Jakub trained at the Miyajima Ramen School in Osaka, Japan, and it shows! At Fuku Ramen, you can enjoy delicious ramen with homemade noodles. If you prefer a more elaborate dinner, that's also possible. Fuku Ramen offers several courses with a variety of dishes based on Japanese culture. The extensive menu, in particular, is perfect for a date night.
Ingogostraat 14A, Amsterdam – fukuramenamsterdam.com

© FUKU Ramen, Your Little Black Book

Remouillage

On the corner of Trompenburgstraat (on the edge of Rivierenbuurt) you'll find Café Remouillage, where they elevate food to an art form. The dishes are simple, and it's precisely that simplicity that makes them so special. Thanks to the four- or six-course menu, you can easily spend an evening here.
Trompenburgstraat 111, Amsterdam – cafe.remouillage.com

© Café Remouillage

Caffe Pico

Caffé Pico is the perfect place to enjoy authentic Italian delicacies with your loved one. This hotspot's menu features primarily sharing dishes, which might just be the ultimate test for you and your partner ;-) Thanks to the disco ball and mood lighting, you'll feel a bit like you're in a glamorous nightclub—definitely worth a visit!
Ferdinand Bolstraat 72, Amsterdam – caffepico.com

© Caffe Pico

Stacks Dinner

Stacks Diner is a great spot for a date night, thanks to the cozy, dark atmosphere. Even if you prefer to remain anonymous, it's a great hotspot, though you're likely to bump into everyone in Amsterdam, as Stacks has been incredibly popular since its opening.
De Clercqstraat 32, Amsterdam – stacksdiner.com

© Stack diner

Bar Central

Bar Centraal is known for its fantastic natural wines and matching menu. You choose the number of courses and don't have to pay attention to anything but each other for the rest of the evening. And once dinner is over, you can simply hang out at the bar or visit one of the many other restaurants nearby.
Ten Katestraat 16, Amsterdam – barcentraal.nl

The speech

Not far from Bar Centraal, you'll find La Parole, on the corner of Bellamyplein. It's a cozy spot with a French menu and delicious, no-nonsense food. In the summer, they also have a lovely terrace where you could happily spend your entire weekend.
Kwakersstraat 24, Amsterdam – laparole.nl

© La Parole

Calisto

Calisto is a lovely Italian restaurant (with a hotel) on Haarlemmerdijk, owned by the same people as Binnenvisser. They have a concise menu, alongside a wide selection of delicious wines and other drinks. The intimate setting makes it the perfect spot for a date. Thanks to its central location, you're within easy reach of numerous other establishments and bars.
Haarlemmerdijk 61, Amsterdam – calistoamsterdam.nl

Calisto Amsterdam

Massalia

The owner of Massalia and Gitane, Angelo Kremmydas, explains that not many people know that Marseille (Massalia) was founded by the Greeks. So, at Massalia, they serve Greek cuisine—but in a brasserie/bistro style. They also focus on wine (both natural and traditional) and have a unique cocktail menu. Perfect for a date night.
Beukenplein 21, Amsterdam – restobarmassalia.nl

© Massalia

waterway

They had barely opened when Het Parool awarded them an 8,5. Since then, nothing but praise has been heaped on this cozy spot tucked between Spiegelgracht and Vijzelgracht. You can choose from a monthly changing 5-course menu for €49, which can be expanded with oysters as a starter and cheese for dessert.
Weteringstraat 41, Amsterdam – restaurantwatergang.nl

© Watergang Amsterdam

Toscanini

The city's Italian restaurant is the perfect spot for a date night. Enter the centuries-old building on Lindengracht through charming cobblestones and gaze into the silent open kitchen. Chef Leonardo Pacenti has been cooking up a storm here for years, and everyone in Amsterdam knows it: so it's best to book a month or two in advance.
Lindengracht 75, Amsterdam – restauranttoscanini.nl

© Toscanini Amsterdam

Café Binnenvisser

Small dishes with lots of vegetables, complex flavors, and natural wine. That's what you can expect at Café Binnenvisser. With a delicious playlist blaring from the speakers, relaxed service, and friendly prices (a menu costs around €33,-) The perfect spot for a cozy date night. Please note: reservations are not accepted.
Bilderdijkstraat 36, Amsterdam – binnenvisser.nl

© cafe Binnenvisser

Lille

Choosing from this list will be difficult, so I recommend calling Lille now to see if they have any availability. One of my all-time favorites, with classic French cuisine. On your plate, you'll find the most tender fish soup, the beef steak with béarnaise sauce of your dreams, and the tastiest potatoes you can find. And I haven't even mentioned the wine, which alone is reason enough to visit Lille. Booking well in advance is a must!
Marcusstraat 52, Amsterdam – caferijsel.nl

Lille

Wild Boars

Looking for something in Oost? Then Wilde Zwijnen is always a good choice. Because they only use local and seasonal ingredients, the menu changes regularly. Despite what their name might suggest, they serve a delicious mix of meat, fish, and vegetarian dishes.
Javaplein 23, Amsterdam – wildboars.nl

© Wild Boars, Amsterdam

Cafe Caron

For all the French among us, Café Caron is the perfect spot for a date night. After years of working in the culinary world, Alain Caron and his two sons opened Café Caron in De PijpThe atmosphere is friendly, the food is always good, and yes, here too the wines are something to write home about.
Frans Halsstraat 28, Amsterdam – cafecaron.nl

Cafe Caron

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Gebr hartering

Gebr Hartering is an Amsterdam institution. Brothers Paul and Niek Hartering cook here according to the French table d'hôte principle, with a 5- to 7-course menu every day. The côte de boeuf (there it is again) is among the most delicious I've ever eaten, but every dish was truly memorable. Expect plenty of meat, full flavors, and rich sauces.
Pepper Street 10, Amsterdam – gebrhartering.nl

Shefishe

A lot lighter is Sjefietshe from culinary king Seger Abels and JacobszChef Rick Swinkels. This fantastic cevicheria originated from the eponymous pop-up, which proved an instant success. Enjoy various types of ceviche, roasted pulpo, "leukbek 2.0," and more. The Scandinavian interior, with its simple wooden furniture and dark blue as the dominant color, is reason enough in itself to plan a visit to Sjefietshe.
Van Ostadestraat 1, Amsterdam – sjefietshe.nl

Shefishe

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Kaagman & Kortekaas

After years of working together at the late Bordewijk Giel Kaagman and Bram Kortekaas opened their own restaurant, Kaagman & Kortekaas. The whole city immediately swooned over their menu of rich dishes where nose-to-tail cooking, provenance, and season play a key role. Expect lots of organ meats, deep flavors, and sauces you'll want to drink straight from the jug.
St. Nicholas Street 43, Amsterdam – kaagmanenkortekaas.nl

© Kaagman Kortekaas

Cabbage

Perhaps the biggest counterpart to Kaagman & Kortekaas is restaurant Choux. Here, they primarily cook with vegetables, plants, flowers, and grains. As a result, the dishes are anything but lacking in flavor. Always positively surprising, and sometimes even touching. I had the best dessert of my culinary life here, made with rosehip and young goat cheese. I still dream about it… 
De Ruijterkade 128, Amsterdam – choux.nl

Choux Amsterdam

Arles Amsterdam

When Arles opened on my street, I knew immediately: this was a keeper. Chef Numa Muller was born in Arles, France, and named his neo-bistro after his birthplace. Savor French flavors and influences from around the world in his refined yet comforting dishes.
Govert Flinckstraat 251, Amsterdam – arles-amsterdam.nl

© Arles

Warehouse

After working in restaurants including Bordewijk, Rijsel, and Arles, hospitality talent Xander Waller and chef Arvid Schmidt opened Restaurant Entrepot on Amsterdam's unique Entrepotdok. The former billiard room was thoroughly renovated, resulting in a large, bright space with the enormous open kitchen at the back as a focal point. The menu focuses primarily on local and seasonal dishes, with extensive use of open fires. 
Entrepotdok 8, Amsterdam – restaurantentrepot.nl

Restaurant Entrepot

Café De Klepel

French cuisine is well represented on this list, including at Café De Klepel. Don't be misled by the name: what used to be a traditional Dutch pub (brown café) made way in 2013 for the French bistro it is today.
Prinsenstraat 22, Amsterdam – cafedeklepel.nl

© Cafe De Klepel

BAK Restaurant

BAK Restaurant is a must-try. The stunning warehouse creates a unique setting, and thanks to the knowledge and expertise of chef and owner Benny Blisto, you'll experience the most exuberant flavors based on vegetables every time.
Van Diemenstraat 408, Amsterdam – bakrestaurant.nl

Baking Restaurant

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Sunday

When Bordewijk closed its doors at Noordermarkt in 2018, the Toscanini team took over and opened Domenica. Here, they serve a fusion of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. The dishes I highly recommend are the bone marrow with langoustines and the fried cime di rapa.
Noordermarkt 7, Amsterdam – domenicarestaurant.com

© Restaurant Domenica

Ship's camel

Scheepskameel was opened by three gentlemen from restaurant Rijsel and a fourth partner, and what a great move! Classic European dishes with a strong focus on the main ingredient are the guiding principles. The menu is divided into five categories (raw, vegetarian, fish/meat, cheese, and dessert) allowing you to create your own menu. The wines are all sourced from Germany. Fantastic!
Kattenburgerstraat 5, Amsterdam – scheepskameel.nl

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