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Jean Beddington is back and her own usual self again, with for example 'Oysters with granite of Japanese ginger', and 'Sauteed calamari with turkey merquez'. The austere but elegant black and white interior wills all attention to the food, and that's exactly how it should be. This is daring and innovative cuisine, a perfectly executed fusion of British, French, Italian, Indian and Japanese influences. Not overly staffed so prepare yourself for a leisurely evening. Make your reservations well ahead. |
Blauw aan
de Wal Oudezijds Achterburgwal 99 (330 22 57).   A little gem right in the middle of the Red Light District, in a surprisingly
tranquil spot at the end of a small alley. Delicate Mediterranean kitchen,
highly regarded by many. Stylish minimalist interior, with a bar-like atmosphere
downstairs and a more formal no-smoking area upstairs. Nice outdoor terrace.
Friendly, knowledgeable service and excellent selection of wines. To point
you in the right direction; it's the alley directly opposite Casa
Rosso.
Open 6pm-11.30pm, closed Sun-Mon.
Reservations necessary. 
[24 reviews, avg 9/10] |
| Bordewijk Noordermarkt 7 (624 38 99).  Self-made
chef Wil Demandt works his magic in this exquisite Jordaan restaurant, with
a menu loosely based on traditional country cooking. The result is a delicate
and subtle cuisine with an occasional rough edge - which might be just enough
to scare Michelin away. The restaurant itself is quit large and roomy, and
well lit, but retains an intimate atmosphere nonetheless. Amiable service,
and a large selection of wines including some interesting unconventional
bottles.
Open 6.30pm-10.30pm, closed Sun-Mon.
Reservations necessary. [15 reviews, avg 6/10] Cafe Grand Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197 (555 35 60). - Cafe Grand has closed  Located
on the ground floor of the Grand Amsterdam,
the hotel's à la carte restaurant has an informal 'brasserie' atmosphere
with oak floors and art deco interior design. It overlooks one of Amsterdam's
most picturesque canals and has a private street entrance. The brasserie
style menu is supervised by Albert Roux; French traditional cuisine with
delicate touches. Excellent value for money. Open daily 6pm-11pm, lunch noon-3pm.Reservations recommended. [5 reviews, avg 9/10] Chez Georges Herenstraat 3 (626 33 32).  Lavish and delicious cooking by Belgian chef-patron Georges Roorda in his
intimate Jordaan restaurant. The menu shows Georges is a Burgundian in heart
and soul, so make sure you arrive with an appetite! This is the kind of
place where you might want to go for the full seven course menu. Excellent
service.
Open 6pm-11pm, closed Wed &
Sun.Reservations recommended. [17 reviews, avg 10/10] Christophe Leliegracht 46 (625 08 07).  When patron-cuisinier Christophe Royer left the Michelin star left with him, but the cooking still reflects his spirit. The menu combines traditional Mediterranean ingredients like olive oil, basil, saffron and truffles in imaginative new ways. Elegant interior with dark wood paneling, thick carpets and contemporary floral paintings. A bit of a formal atmosphere, and a bit on the expensive side. 
Open 6.30pm-11pm, closed Sun-Mon. Reservations necessary.
[20 reviews, avg 7/10] The Dylan / Vinkeles Keizersgracht 384 (530 20 10).  Restaurant of the 'fashionable small' Dylan hotel, created by british designer Anouska Hempel, in an exceptional 17th century landmark on one of Amsterdam's most beautiful canals. A maze of small corridors and stairs leads to the restaurant, which is located in the former bakery of the old Roman Catholic almshouse. The 'Fusion' cuisine combines Asian and Mediterenean ingredients in a quite spectacular way, like for example 'Foie Gras Soup with Sweet Thai Basil and Lime' or 'Chicken Fabergé with Lobster and Ginger, Lemongrass Sauce'. The dishes are all very well thought out, made with the best of ingredients and beautifully presented, which of course comes at a price.
Open 6.30pm-11pm, lunch Mon-Fri 2pm-4pm.
Closed Sun. Reservations necessary.
[9 reviews, avg 5/10] Excelsior / Le Relais Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-8 (531 17 05).  Excelsior
is Hotel de l'Europe's top class
restaurant, where chef Jean-Jacques Menanteau combines traditional French
dishes with more daring propositions. Classic elegant interior. Most tables
have a good view of the nearby busy canal intersection, and there's a lovely
outside terrace during summer. Le Relais is the brasserie next door, sharing
the same kitchen but with a more informal atmosphere, all things being relative
of course. In Excelsior's formal setting jacket & tie are compulsory.
Open daily 7pm-11pm, lunch Mon-Fri.Reservations necessary.
[6 reviews, avg 8/10] Le Garage Ruysdaelstraat 54 (679 71 76).  'See and be seen' is the motto in this trendy restaurant with its mirrored walls. The media type crowd is hosted by a famous Dutch TV cook. On the menu authentic French regional food and an occasional Dutch dish all cooked with taste. Le Garage offers valet parking, still somewhat of a novelty in Amsterdam. Reservations are in order and you might want to dress up a little. For something different you might also try the annex next door, 'Le Garage En Pluche', which serves 'street food'; mostly Asian style snacks.
Open daily 6pm-11pm, lunch Mon-Fri noon-2pm. Reservations recommended.
[7 reviews, avg 7/10] |
De
Gouden Reael Zandhoek
14 (623 38 83). Fine French regional cuisine in an intimate 17th-century canalhouse in the western harbor, slightly out of city center. Every three months the menu centers on a different French region. It's possible to dine outside on a floating terrace. Small jetty where you can moor a boat. Laid back service.
Open 6pm-11pm.
Closed Sun. Reservations
recommended.
[5 reviews, avg 8/10] |
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