45 X RESTAURANTS FOR A BITE, SHARED DINING, OR AN EXTENSIVE DINNER
Whether you fancy a snack or a full-blown dinner: There are so many great restaurants in De Pijp where you can enjoy a tasty meal! Check out this blog for the 45 X the best restaurants in De Pijp. Perfect for a dinner night, shared dining, or a good pub meal. Enjoy!
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45 x the best restaurants in de pijp
Kid
At KID Amsterdam, they serve a delicious shared dining menu with Asian-styled bites. Keep an eye on their socials, as they occasionally host a Wings Night.
Ruysdaelkade 251, Amsterdam – kidamsterdam.com
REMOUILAGE
What can we expect at Café Remouillage Amsterdam? According to Chef Jonathan, we can expect smaller dishes. They cook with seasonal and local ingredients as much as possible for the best quality. A detail: Chef Jonathan cooks as much as possible with the nose-to-tail principle, which means using as much of an animal as possible in the kitchen. Trompenburgstraat 111, Amsterdam – cafe.remouillage.com
LE SMASH
Once you know the concept of a smash burger, you won’t want anything else. A smash burger is made by placing a round ball of minced meat on a blazing hot griddle and then pressing it flat. It creates a chemical process that makes the burger crispier and juicier than any other. At Le Smash, they have elevated this method to true artistry.
Govert Flinckstraat 122, Amsterdam – le-smash.com
Sjefietshe
From Pulpo ceviche with sea bream to the well-known Sjefietshe Hotdoctopus. Sjefietshe started as the first and only cevicheria in Amsterdam, with a delicious menu full of fresh fish dishes.
Van Ostadestraat 1, Amsterdam – sjefietshe.nl
CAFFE PICO
Caffé Pico is the ideal place to enjoy authentic Italian delicacies with your friends. The menu of this hotspot mainly consists of dishes for sharing. With a nice glass of wine or a delicious cocktail, you can chat for hours. Inside the venue, the enormous wine cellar and the super cosy terrace will probably immediately catch your attention, but the real eye-catcher is the toilet. Thanks to the disco ball and mood lights, you’ll feel like you’re in a glamorous nightclub, definitely worth a visit!
Ferdinand Bolstraat 72, Amsterdam – caffepico.com
Bar Bellini
Located in the heart of De Pijp, you’ll find this cosy hotspot, Bar Bellini. On the menu, you’ll find small bites to share, and of course, don’t forget to order a Bellini.
Ferdinand Bolstraat 17, Amsterdam – barbellini.nl
LIBERTINE CAFE DE PRES
Following the success of Libertine Café on Noordermarkt, the owners have opened a second establishment: Libertine Café Des Prés. This small bistro on Gerard Douplein embodies French cosiness. An elegant interior, a warm terrace, and many nostalgic details give the place an informal character. Moreover, you can visit at any time of the day. Whether for a delightful French lunch, a tasty afternoon apéritif, or a savoury snack; it’s all possible here!
Gerard Douplein 10, Amsterdam – libertine.amsterdam
Ranchi
For authentic Japanese sandos (Japanese sandwiches), you must visit Ranchi. They serve sandos filled with egg salad, chicken katsu, and even one with wagyu. So delicious!
Albert Cuypstraat 260, Amsterdam – ranchi.amsterdam
De dakduif
At Albert Cuypstraat, you’ll find the all-day hotspot, The Roof Dove. Here, you can enjoy a tasty breakfast, fresh apple pie, or a pot of cheese fondue. Will you go for the classic cheese fondue or the truffle cheese fondue?
Eerste Sweelinckstraat 12, Amsterdam – dedakduif.nl
OTEMBA GYOZA BAR
At Otemba on Kinkerstraat, you can indulge in the tastiest ramen and bites. But did you know they’ve also opened a gyoza bar in De Pijp? As a true gyoza lover, this is definitely a place you’ll want to know about!
Van Woustraat 15, Amsterdam – otemba.com
NAZKA
At the heart of NAZKA lies Sabor a tu Vida: a taste of the good life. An evening at NAZKA means enjoying delicious Peruvian food, tasty drinks, in good company.
Van Ostadestraat 354, Amsterdam – nazka.nu
Maris Piper
This spot is the newest addition to De Pijp. Fine dining from the same team as Breda and Guts & Glory.
Frans Halsstraat 76, Amsterdam – maris-piper.com
Café Caron
Restaurant of renowned TV Chef Alain Caron. Delicious French dishes for a real night out.
Frans Halsstraat 28, Amsterdam – cafecaron.nl
VENSTER 33
Venster 33 is located at Gerard Douplein with a very delicious menu. Difficult for those who can’t make decisions. Be sure to try one of the cocktails too!
Eerste van der Helststraat 23, Amsterdam – venster33.nl
DE TULP
At this spot, you can order plates to share, with an Asian twist. And a big plus here is, of course, the big terrace on Heinekenplein!
Marie Heinekenplein 33, Amsterdam – detulp.amsterdam
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CANNIBALE ROYALE
Meat from the charcoal grill, beer, and wine. At Cannibale Royale Amsterdam, you can enjoy simple yet delicious meat dishes!
Ruysdaelkade 149, Amsterdam – cannibaleroyale.nl
CAFÉ CARBON
A meat haven on Van Wou with delicious meat dishes. Order a wonderfully large piece of meat to share.
Van Woustraat 174, Amsterdam – cafecarbon.nl
WIJMPJE BEUKERS
One of our favourite restaurants for years, not only in De Pijp but in the whole of Amsterdam!
Karel du Jardinstraat 47, Amsterdam – wijmpjebeukers.nl
EN JAPANESE KITCHEN & SAKE BAR
At this spot, you can enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine. Also, plenty of choice in sake!
Dusartstraat 53, Amsterdam – en.amsterdam
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MANA MANA
A tiny vegetarian restaurant with delicious food! Be sure to make a reservation in advance as it’s always busy here.
Eerste Jan Steenstraat 85, Amsterdam – Mana-Mana.nl
LOETJE
If you’re craving the best steak in Amsterdam, then Loetje is the place to go! Booking in advance is advisable.
Ferdinand Bolstraat 188, Amsterdam – loetje.com
THRILL GRILL
You simply must try the juicy burgers from Thrill Grill. With a bit of luck, you can sit on the terrace and have a nice view on Gerard Douplein.
Gerard Doustraat 98, Amsterdam – thrillgrill.nl
BROUWERIJ TROOST
For good burgers and tasty beer. Brouwerij Troost is also a great spot for drinks.
Cornelis Troostplein 21, Amsterdam – brouwerijtroost.nl
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IMPERO ROMANO
Delicious Italian cuisine in a beautiful building along the Amstel. Tip: be sure to order the spaghetti prepared with Parmesan cheese. Yum!
Amsteldijk 25, Amsterdam – imperoromano.nl
VOLT
Gastrobar on Ferdinand Bol with a very good menu. And don’t forget to order the oysters as a starter!
Ferdinand Bolstraat 178, Amsterdam – restaurantvolt.nl
PHO91
An Asian hotspot where you can enjoy the famous Vietnamese soup, pho (pronounced: ‘fuh’. Yes, really.
ALbert Cuypstraat 91, Amsterdam – pho91.nl
SPAGHETTERIA
The Spaghetteria is a great hotspot for a tasty plate of pasta for reasonable prices. And who doesn’t love a good pasta every now and then?
Van Woustraat 123, Amsterdam – spaghetteria-pastabar.nl
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IZAKAYA
A hotspot where you can eat sushi is a must-have on the list! Izakaya restaurant is one of our favourites.
Albert Cuypstraat 2 – 6, Amsterdam – izakaya-restaurant.com
PETIT CARON
Gerard Douplein 10, Amsterdam – petitcaron.nl
RESTAURANT JASPERS
Fine dining on Ceintuurbaan. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion!
Ceintuurbaan 196, Amsterdam – restaurantjaspers.nl
BRUT DE MER
The first seafood bar in De Pijp! Perfect for oysters and bubbles.
Gerard Douplein 8, Amsterdam – brutdemer.nl
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SINNE
Near Sarphatipark, you’ll find the classic restaurant Sinne offering French and Mediterranean dishes. Be sure to make a reservation!
Ceintuurbaan 342, Amsterdam – restaurantsinne.nl
VAN ‘T SPIT
So simple, yet so delicious. At Van ‘t Spit, you’ll eat chicken from… the spit! The menu also includes various side dishes. All you need to decide is whether you want a whole or half chicken.
Frans Halsstraat 42, Amsterdam – vantspit.nl
CT COFFEE & COCONUTS
At this all-day spot, you can enjoy delicious breakfast and lunch dishes. But also for dinner in the evening!
Ceintuurbaan 282 – 284, Amsterdam – coffeeandcoconuts.com
THE SEAFOOD BAR
The third location of The Seafood Bar is located on Ferdinand Bol. The place for all your seafood cravings. From fresh oysters to large prawns, and don’t forget to check out the catch of the day!
Ferdinand Bolstraat 32, Amsterdam – theseafoodbar.com
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FA. PEKELHAARING
Since its opening, this Italian restaurant in Amsterdam has been a popular hotspot! So, make sure to reserve in advance.
Van Woustraat 127, Amsterdam – pekelhaaring.nl
ESCOBAR
Tapas and cocktails in a charming setting. On weekends, there’s dancing too!
Eerste Sweelinckstraat 10, Amsterdam – escobar.nu
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DE JAPANNER
Enjoy delicious Japanese food and great cocktails. De Japanner is always bustling, so you might have to wait at the bar!
Albert Cuypstraat 228, Amsterdam – dejapanner.com
WIJNBAR PASKAMER
If you love a good glass of wine, then Wijnbar Paskamer is the place for you. With over 150 wines on the menu, there’s surely one you’ll enjoy. Order some tasty snacks from the menu and you’ll have a delightful evening.
Lutmastraat 132, Amsterdam – paskamer.amsterdam
LITTLE COLLINS
At Little Collins, you’re welcome all day to enjoy the all-day brunch menu. The menu features various small dishes for sharing, ideal! That way, you don’t have to choose between all the delicious options, just order multiple dishes.
Eerste Sweelinckstraat 19, Amsterdam – littlecollins.nl
CALLE OCHO
During the week, this is one of the few spots open until 3 o’clock and the kitchen stays open late too. Calle Ocho serves tasty cocktails and good Mexican food.
Albert Cuypstraat 226, Amsterdam – calle-ocho.nl
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THE BUTCHER
A burger joint on Albert Cuypstraat. After dinner, don’t forget to head for cocktails at the secret Butcher Bar!
Albert Cuypstraat 129, Amsterdam – the-butcher.com
PAR HASARD
Snacking in style at Frites Pas Hasard (formerly Frites from Zuyd). And, they have the best (organic) frikandel here!
Ceintuurbaan 113 – 115, Amsterdam – cafeparhasard.nl
RENATO’S PIZZERIA
Truly delicious pizzas at this spot. Be sure to make a reservation, as it’s always busy!
Karel du Jardinstraat 32, Amsterdam – renatospizzeria.nl
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DE PIZZABAKKERS
A phenomenon in Amsterdam and found in multiple locations. Including in De Pijp! For original pizza and prosecco.
Eerste Sweelinckstraat 16, Amsterdam – depizzabakkers.nl
Do you know another nice restaurants at De Pijp that’s not on this list? Then let us know!
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Amsterdam Bucketlist
THINGS TO DO:
⋙ Canal Cruise by day or in the evening
⋙ A bike tour through Amsterdam OR Rent a bike by yourself
⋙ The best view over Amsterdam from the A’DAM Lookout
⋙ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
FAVOURITE MUSEUMS:
⋙ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
⋙ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
⋙ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
⋙ MOCO Museum for street art
⋙ Photography museum FOAM
SEASONAL:
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival (during winter months)
⋙ Cruise like a local with your own boat (great with good weather!)
ONE OF A KIND:
⋙ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
⋙ Red Light District tour
⋙ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
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Our favourite hotels:
AFFORDABLE // €
☾ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
☾ The Student Hotel: budget proof in trendy East.
☾ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
☾ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
☾ Motel One: budget design hotel with locations at
COMFORTABLE // €€
☾ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
☾ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam.
☾ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
☾ Park Plaza Vondelpark: located next to Vondelpark and beautifully renovated.
☾ Hotel Dwars: small scale around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
☾ Pillows Anna van den Vondel: great hotel close to Vondelpark.
☾ Hotel Mercier: new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
☾ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city.
☾ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals.
☾ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel in Amsterdam West.
☾ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
☾ QO Amsterdam: eco design hotel with a great skybar.
TOP LUXURY // €€€
☾ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
☾ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
☾ L’Europe: this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
☾ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
☾ W Amsterdam: with great restaurants and a rooftop bar with swimming pool.
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With love,
Anne