Comments for Amsterdam tips by locals | Spotted by Locals city guide

Comment on Burgermeester – The master of the burger by KY Wong

KY Wong — Wed, 09 May 2012 04:47:38 +0000

They have a few branches including a cookbook. The burgers are good for takeaway and for the first time in my life, you can order burgers in mini sizes. April 2012.

Comment on Broodje Bert – The place to be if you’re hungry! by KY Wong

KY Wong — Wed, 09 May 2012 04:44:08 +0000

They open sharp at 8am. They have a variety of sandwiches, and you can people watch from their big windows. Big bites required! April 2012.

Comment on Cafe Stevens – Wine and Bitterballen! by KY Wong

KY Wong — Wed, 09 May 2012 04:42:41 +0000

Bitterballen is definitely recommended. But I have not try any before so this was indeed an eye-opener. Served piping hot, just perfect for a cold day. April 2012.

Comment on Balthazar’s Keuken – Coming back top level! by KY Wong

KY Wong — Wed, 09 May 2012 04:40:05 +0000

Their concept is interesting, the starters and dessert has been chosen before ordering, the only choice was the main dish and for the drinks. On the day that I visited, we had a choice of halibut or beef. Be prepared to learn a few words of Dutch. April 2012.

Comment on Tofani – Ice-cream and coffee by KY Wong

KY Wong — Wed, 09 May 2012 04:15:30 +0000

The ice cream tastes nice and I think it is self made. And yes, you can have sit and watch the world go by. April 2012.

Comment on De Pilsener Club – a.k.a “De Engelse Reet” by Lauren

Lauren — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:12:44 +0000

Right you are! I’ll change it asap!

Comment on De Pilsener Club – a.k.a “De Engelse Reet” by Dave

Dave — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:05:57 +0000

Short pedantic note. The English (rather than American) translation is “The English Arse”.

Comment on Small World Catering – Comfort food and carrot cake by Bart van Poll

Bart van Poll — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:56:56 +0000

That is a great terrace indeed. But I’ve never sat there – it’s always occupied!

Comment on De Pilsener Club – a.k.a “De Engelse Reet” by Bart van Poll

Bart van Poll — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:56:25 +0000

Classical place with the best bartenders. Have been here quite a few times. Great for a good conversation.

Comment on Wild Moa Pies – Just like the kiwi’s by Bart van Poll

Bart van Poll — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:55:12 +0000

That sounds delicious! Certainly going to try when I’m in the neighborhood!

Comment on Traiterie Chef – Chocolate cake by Martin

Martin — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 06:16:16 +0000

That’s absolutely true! But I didn’t put it that way because I wanted to give the other cakes a chance, too

Comment on Traiterie Chef – Chocolate cake by John H

John H — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 11:52:18 +0000

I can vouch for this. Best chocolate cake ever.

Comment on Ruk & Pluk – A true “Mokumse” bar by Carly

Carly — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:11:02 +0000

This has to be one of the greatest dives in town. Tabletop carpets indeed, outrageously tacky decor, free kaas souffles and loempias, the bartendress is hilarious, and I’ve heard rumors that, in keeping with the clown-theme, the Ruk & Pluk is patronized by actual clowns. Great place to go when you’re already a bit drunk and in the mood for extremely random and ribald conversations with strangers.

Comment on Cafe Pollux – A Tom Waits hang-out by John H

John H — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 04:15:16 +0000

We should be able to spot her by the broken shoe.

Comment on Neef Louis – Vintage Design by Bart van Poll

Bart van Poll — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:42:44 +0000

Great spot!

Comment on Cafe Pollux – A Tom Waits hang-out by Martin

Martin — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 07:16:49 +0000

It’s not the bus, it’s the alligator purse. Maybe the midget found it and left it at the bar. The only way to find out is to drop by and ask. Have fun!

Comment on Cafe Pollux – A Tom Waits hang-out by John H

John H — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:47:25 +0000

Midgets. Does it have midgets? And girls who just got off the bus with 29 dollars?

Comment on Toscanini – Already 30 years the best! by Tim

Tim — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:41:07 +0000

we are in Amsterdam twice a year and everytime we go and have dinner at the Toscanini once. The food is absolutely great, we love the flair and indeed the red house wine is really good. We never reserved in advance. For 2 people you will always get a table. Sometimes you have to wait a little but take a drink at their bar or leave the place for a beer in the neighbouring pubs and come back.

Comment on Noorderlicht – Former shipyard by john

john — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:17:01 +0000

i’ve never heard of that cafe … must be new, i’ll check it out on my next trip to amsterdam

Comment on Vapiano – Pasta Pizza Bar by Frederik

Frederik — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 14:10:05 +0000

The pizza is good but stay away from the tiramisu. It’s really bad!

Comment on Oriental City – “Get in Line” by Jack

Jack — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:22:21 +0000

I was here last week when I was in Amsterdam and it is some of the best dim sum I have ever tasted, and I come from NYC where they have some of the best dim sum restaurants. I am especially fond of the #1 ( pork and prawns where the natural juices and large chunks are the best reward) the #55 (iirc) duck dumplings and the broad rice flour noodles were awesome and the fried dumplings were really a taste treat, even after a big desert I could still taste the dumplings after an hour had past. If you are in Amsterdam and you do not try it out, you are really missing something special. Dim sum like this doesn’t happen every day( well, except if you live in The Dam)

Comment on Toko MC – It’s all in the mix by Andy's Culture Market - Music, poetry, art & food | Amsterdam Spotted by Locals

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:14:04 +0000

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Comment on Pompadour – Coffee, tea or me? by Mortizia

Mortizia — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:07:37 +0000

I only know the cozy little Pompadur in Huidenstraat. I felt totally in love with cakes an cappuccino!!! I definitely go back next time in Amsterdam!!

Comment on Pompadour – Coffee, tea or me? by Mortizia

Mortizia — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:07:09 +0000

I only know the cozy little Pompidur in Huidenstraat. I felt totally in love with cakes an cappuccino!!! I definitely go back next time in Amsterdam!!

Comment on Pacific Parc – Sunshine and tosties by Spotters meeting Amsterdam

Spotters meeting Amsterdam — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 10:32:23 +0000

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