Restaurants

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The Utrechtstestraat starts at the Rembrandtplein and ends at the Frederiksplein. The street crosses all the canals and this is what makes it a very charming shopping street.

The street is good for shopping fashion and delicatessen. Also there are a couple of good furniture shops. (check out the other Utrechtsestraat spots on this website.)

Also if you are looking to get someone a present, this is the place to be. Besides shopping the street is also full of bars and restaurants, again you will find a variety of cuisines suitable for any budget.

You should really have a look here if you like to go shopping but don’t like busy shopping streets full of shops you see everywhere, the choice of shops here is really different and I think you could easily spend a whole day here if you count in stops for coffee, lunch, a afternoon drink and dinner to finish it of!

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Utrechtsestraat | Bars, Coffee & tea, Shopping, Restaurants
Utrechtsestraat | Center
Mon – Wed & Fri – Sun 10:00 – 18:00, Thu 10:00 – 21:00

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The concept here is ‘all you can eat’ for a set price. The set price might vary per day and also depends on if you come for dinner or lunch. To be sure check the website.

I used to have dinner here all the time. But I didn’t enjoy it as much as I used to. mainly because it was always a very hectic experience of stuffing as much sushi into me as I could in a set time.

Now I’ve discovered having lunch here, which is really a great discovery! You don’t need a reservation and the place isn’t as full as in the evening. You pay around 20 Euro for as much as you can eat, and because it isn’t so busy you can take as much time as you need.

And last but not least, the sushi (and other food) is delicious!! especially the california rolls stuffed with deep fried prawns!!! Mmmm!

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Tokyo Cafe | Restaurants | All you can eat € 20.00
Spui 15 | Center | +314897918
12:00 – 22:30 daily

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This is really the place to be for a great juicy burger. Forget about Mcdonalds or Burger King! This type of ‘slow fastfood’ is becoming more and more popular as this is not the only burgerbar of this kind in Amsterdam, but it`s definitely the best one.

You get to choose between different sizes of burgers, different kinds of bread, and all the toppings you could wish for. This does get a bit pricey if you don’t know when to stop so choose your toppings wisely. Yesterday I went all out and had a burger with avocado, blue cheese, onions, mushrooms, and tomatoes. This one was a bit too much but still really good.

Don’t come here for the atmosphere, as its quite brightly lit and the music isn’t that great either. But…. The burgers really are to die for. I promise!

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Burgerbar | Snacks, Restaurants (Snack bar) | Burger € 8.00
Reguliersbreestraat 9 | Center | +31203305968
Sun – Thu 09:00 – 03:00, Fri – Sat 11:00 – 04:00

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Firma Pekelhaaring is one of my new favorites. I was first attracted by the place because of the interior, the tables and chairs are gorgeous, but I soon found out that they serve good food and wine too!

The menu consists of different sorts of fresh pasta which can be ordered in a small or big portion. I should say the raviolis are really excellent. There is also meat and fish to choose from. I always like to get a small pasta with one of the salads that are on the menu. This way I get a bit of everything! The winelist and the desserts are also really worth a try.

Pekelhaaring is open for lunch and dinner, the atmosphere is relaxed and I think quite metropolitan. During the day it’s also a great spot to do some work while drinking coffee. In the evening it can get really busy so its wise to make a reservation in advance!

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Restaurant Pekelhaaring | Snacks, Restaurants (European) | Main € 15.00
van woustraat 127-129 | South | +31206790460
Mon – Sat 10:00 – 00:00

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Snack Bar Bird is on the busy Zeedijk, this is the China Town of Amsterdam. By far the best place to eat here is Snack bar Bird.

This tiny place serves the best Thai food one can imagine. Unfortunately the place is also very small and cramped, so often you have to wait outside before there is a table available. But luckily they are really quick so the wait is never too long. Sit at the window if you get the chance. You’ll see some interesting people…Once you’ve managed to squeeze yourself into a seat you wonder how you will ever get out. Don’t worry, you’ll manage.

I always have the beef in oyster sauce and I’ve never had it better than here! To get you started the spring rolls are delicious too. This is really the place for a quick bite that isn’t junk food. The portions are big and will keep you going for the rest of the evening.

If you’re looking for a more relaxed dinner there is also the option of Bird restaurant just across the street. It has the same owner as the snack bar, but it is a real restaurant with more tables and more space. For any group bigger then 4 people the restaurant is a better option than the snack bar. Unfortunately it does lack the snack bars atmosphere. So if it’s in any way possible, go for the snack bar!

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Snack Bar Bird | Snacks, Restaurants (Thai) | Main meal € 13.00
Zeedijk 77 | Center | +31204206289
14:00 – 22:00 daily