Local Food
Food, activities and places to unlock the best of Amsterdam's gastronomy
Traditional dishes, sweets & drinks you should taste
Bitterballen
MeatBalls
Deep fried crispy meatballs traditionally served with mustard for dipping
Fries
Thick Fries
You might see these thick cut fries called patat or frites on menus, and traditionally they come served in a piping hot paper cone slathered with any manner of tasty …
(More)You might see these thick cut fries called patat or frites on menus, and traditionally they come served in a piping hot paper cone slathered with any manner of tasty toppings. Ask for 'patatje oorlog' for a dollop of peanut satay sauce, mayo and onions, or a 'patat speciaal' for a mix of curry ketchup, mayonnaise and onions.
Stroopwaffel
A caramel filled, melting cookie
You can buy this delicious, caramel filled cookie everywhere. But if you want to try the authentic recipe from Gouda, visit Amsterdam's biggest open air food market, Albert Cuypmarkt! You can …
(More)You can buy this delicious, caramel filled cookie everywhere. But if you want to try the authentic recipe from Gouda, visit Amsterdam's biggest open air food market, Albert Cuypmarkt! You can try it with or without chocolate. A tip: if you decide to take home some, place it on your coffee or tea mug for two minutes, and the caramel will melt inside!
Cheese from Gouda
The symbol of The Netherlands
According to statistics the Dutch are the tallest nation of the world. Do you know why is that? Because of the good quality milk and cheese they consume, full of calcium …
(More)According to statistics the Dutch are the tallest nation of the world. Do you know why is that? Because of the good quality milk and cheese they consume, full of calcium which helps the bones to grow! Visit a cheese shop to sample dozens of varieties of the traditional Gouda cheese, or order a cheese plate to accompany your beer, complete with fresh bread, spicy mustard and sweet appelstroop (caramelised apples turned into a delicious dipping sauce).
Poffertjes
Delicious Dutch dessert
Poffertjes are a traditional Dutch treat resembling small, fluffy pancakes. They are made with yeast and buckwheat flour. The traditional way to have them is with powder sugar and melted butter.
Broodje haring
Tasty fish in fresh bread with onion and pickles
Even if Amsterdam isn't connected to the sea, don't forget about all the fishing villages of The Netherlands! You can try their speciality, the raw herring - it's served in …
(More)Even if Amsterdam isn't connected to the sea, don't forget about all the fishing villages of The Netherlands! You can try their speciality, the raw herring - it's served in fresh bread, with chopped onion and locally made pickled cucumber from the famous Amsterdam factory.
Raw Herring
Fish
Raw herring may sound a little scary to the uninitiated, but every visitor should give it a go. You’ll spot haringhandels (herring carts) serving up this Dutch speciality all over …
(More)Raw herring may sound a little scary to the uninitiated, but every visitor should give it a go. You’ll spot haringhandels (herring carts) serving up this Dutch speciality all over the city - ask for a ‘broodje haring’ to get the fish served in a small sandwich with pickles and onions. The best time to try raw herring is between May and July when the herring is said to be at its sweetest.
Bars & Restaurants
Bars & Restaurants
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