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Stunning Thai restaurant with traditional dishes, wonderful flavors and a crowded, bustling atmosphere. Be sure to book ahead as there are only five tables. Alternatively try their sister restaurant of the same name across the street, with more seating and a more relaxed feel. The Pad Thai is one of …

The best burgers and sandwiches in the city. Full range of choices, fresh ingredients and friendly, fast service. Cuisine: Sandwiches and Wraps Address: Nieuwe Spiegelstraat 50, 1017 DG Amsterdam Tel: +31 20 420 5010 Price: €4-€6 Website: www.lombardos.nl

Restaurant Simpel in de Pijp is exactly what it promises: simple, delicious food. Located in de Pijp, a lively neighborhood near the Heineken Brewery, Simpel delivers on a great dining experience. The popular chef’s menu is surprise tasting consisting of the Chef’s selections from the a la carte menu. 4 …

The Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam is located on Max Euwingplein close to Leidseplein.  It’s a classic hard rock hamburger restaurant.  Have a burger, look at some rock and roll stuff and buy a t shirt in the heart of Amsterdam’s entertainment district. The prices are a little on the high …

d’Vijff Vlieghen or “The Five Flies” is part of the nh world group and offers north sea specialties presented in a classic atmosphere. Perfect for an elegant night out, or a business dinner, some of the traditional items they offer are ox sausage, tartar scallops, and pan fried skate. Dinner …

Tucked on a side street near the Melkweg concert hall, De Zotte (“The Crazy”) is a tiny little Belgian bar that serves amazing Belgian steaks and frites with a range of sauces. And while the food is good (really, really good!), the true star of the space is De Zotte’s …

Amsterdam is a fast food mecca, with dozens of choices from global chains such as McDonalds and Burger King to local kebab shops.  The large number of coffeeshops and tourists who have the munchies as well as  late night  snacking create a somewhat symbiotic relationship and keep many of these …

In a city with a plethora of Indonesian restaurants, Balti House rises to the top. The service is friendly and the food is amazing, if a bit pricey. In addition to traditional Balti dishes (from the Northwest region of India and Pakistan), the restaurant offers curries and tandoori options, with …

The kitchen in this little eatery along the Singel whips up a decent burger, particularly if you don’t have your heart set on a typical American burger, but take note of what everyone else is eating. It’s Zeezicht’s trademark apple pie, piled with layers of apple, cinnamon and whipped cream. …

While the Dutch are not internationally known for their cuisine, there are many Dutch dishes that you simply must try on your visit to Amsterdam. Here are some things that are distinctly Dutch that you’ll want to sink your teeth into. Bitterballen – These little snacks can be found at …