The Best Local Restaurants in Amsterdam

Explore the best local restaurants in Amsterdam. From authentic Dutch cuisine to international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. Savor authentic Dutch dishes at Restaurant Moeders or head to Café de Klos for amazing spareribs. Discover these and many more local favorites for a delicious dining experience in Amsterdam.

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Our Locals' Favorite Restaurants

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Our local in Amsterdam

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Olya

Our local in Amsterdam

Oscar

Our local in Amsterdam

You?

Kristel

Our local in Amsterdam

Ana

Our local in Amsterdam

Kara

Our local in Amsterdam

Isidore

Our local in Amsterdam

Kristel

Our local in Amsterdam

Felix

Our local in Amsterdam

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Robin Food, vegan

Let’s combat food waste

Dedicated and positive volunteers run Robin Food and offer a three-course menu at a fixed and affordable price every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.

Restaurants

Olya

Kartcheva

Jun 30, 2025

Bar Parry

Tapas and wine

Bar Parry is a charming walk-in wine bar in Amsterdam’s Jordaan with a huge wine selection, small bites, and cozy vibes — perfect for spontaneous visits.

Bars

Restaurants

Olya

Kartcheva

Jun 30, 2025

Noorderlicht Café

Artistic escape in Noord

Noorderlicht Café is a cozy, artistic greenhouse spot in Amsterdam Noord offering tasty seasonal dishes, events, and a countryside vibe near the city.

Art & culture

Bars

Restaurants

Olya

Kartcheva

Jun 30, 2025

Café de Klos

Ribs... amazing ribs!

"Café de Klos" in Amsterdam makes amazing spareribs. In 10 years they have only changed the kitchen. Expect to queue up and to joke around with the staff!

Restaurants

Oscar

Grobbenhaar

Jun 30, 2025

Conservatorium Hotel

Amazing beautiful different

"Conservatorium Hotel" is the best hotel in Amsterdam. I've been here for drinks, dinner & to buy cigars. I love how it combines the modern with the old...

Bars

Coffee & tea

Restaurants

Oscar

Grobbenhaar

Jun 30, 2025

Spirit Restaurant

Vegan paradise

"Spirit Restaurant" in Amsterdam makes amazing quality vegan/vegetarian food! Make your own combinations out of 14 warm dishes & just as many cold ones...

Restaurants

Snacks

Felix

Hildenbrand

Jun 30, 2025

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The Best Local Restaurants in Amsterdam

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Restaurants

Olya

Oscar

You?

Kristel

Ana

Kara

Isidore

Kristel

Felix

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Olya

Oscar

You?

Kristel

Ana

Kara

Isidore

Kristel

Felix

Robin Food, vegan

Let’s combat food waste

Olya

Kartcheva

Bar Parry

Tapas and wine

Olya

Kartcheva

Noorderlicht Café

Artistic escape in Noord

Olya

Kartcheva

Café de Klos

Ribs... amazing ribs!

Oscar

Grobbenhaar

Conservatorium Hotel

Amazing beautiful different

Oscar

Grobbenhaar

Spirit Restaurant

Vegan paradise

Felix

Hildenbrand

Heading to Restaurants?

... for just €9.99

Going to Restaurants?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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