Page 7 - Amsterdam City Guide 2021

Eating out There are over 1000 restaurants in Amsterdam catering for the tastes, budgets and moods of every tourist.. Whether it is for a quick bite or an extensive dinner, it's available in Amsterdam. 'Amsterdammers' love to go out to dinner or have drinks at one of the many terraces in the city. Around five in the afternoon the many bars, restaurants and cafes begin to fill with young professionals, students and tourists. At the weekends families have lunch or brunch in the outer area's of the city. The Dutch really like to have drinks and eat snacks before dinner, this is called 'borrelen'. Many bars, cafes and restaurants offer a large selection of fried snacks, such as 'bitterballen', 'kaasstengels' and 'vlammetjes'. Do as the Dutch and spend some relaxing hours before dinner drinking pints and trying out the different snacks. Overall, the restaurants in Amsterdam have a relaxed vibe. Most restaurants do not demand fancy clothing or high heels. However, there are some restaurants and clubs where people do dress up. The restaurants mentioned below are more relaxed. The Lobby Nesplein - International Cuisine, Nes 49 This restaurant is located right next to the Dam, in the heart of Amsterdam. The Lobby is the perfect hangout if you want to escape the crowds of the city. The interior and the atmosphere of the restaurant are relaxed and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also they offer a large selection of cocktails. Perfect place if you want to have a lovely dinner, combined with great wines. It is advised to make reservations. Seafood Bar - Fish Dishes, Spui 15 The Seafood Bar is a modern fish restaurant that offers fresh fish and seafood. The interior is white, simple and light. Make reservations or just walk in if you feel like oysters, crab, salmon, tuna and other seafood. There are three Amsterdam restaurants of this chain The restaurant has three locations, of which the one on the Spui is the biggest. Pasta e Basta - Italian - Nieuwe Spiegelstraat 8 The restaurant is well furnished with central rows of tables and separate round tables suitable for small or large parties. For groups over 8, Pasta e Basta have a set menu and serve a collective meal in large dishes from which you help yourself. The relaxed atmosphere is enhanced with live entertainment. Your waiters not only serve but perform around the tables as you enjoy your night. You may expect anything from Opera to classic musical tunes, or simply a piano playing softly in the background.