A new landmark, this former tobacco factory has titillated the local scene with its sense of designer space, excellent wines and a kitchen that stays open...
Nes 67Exquisite and inventive take on fish, devised by Michelin-star winning Ron Blauw.
The Grand, Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197
Despite its Swiss origins, the Dutch adopted the cheese fondue as a 'national dish' long ago. Sample its culinary conviviality at this suitably cosy brown...
Nieuwmarkt 9All of Amsterdam - students, tourists, lesbigays, cinema-goers, the fashion pack - come here for lunch, coffee or something stronger all day long, making it...
Nieuwe Doelenstraat 20-22
This legendary coffeeshop tenders highly potent weed with prices to match. They've won the Cannabis Cup over 30 times and, with the Grand Hotel next door,...
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 191A hidey-hole down a poetically named alleyway: 'Prayer Without End', from the Santa Clara convent that stood here in the 17th century. Now it's a...
Gebed Zonder End 5
Packed with kitsch and funky Finnish wallpaper - all of which, including wallpaper, is for sale - this little café serves up healthy juices and snacks all...
Zeedijk 143The views overlook Damstraat, the Royal Palace and the canals. And that's not even the best bit: they serve some of city's most authentic dim sum.
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 177-179
Known as the longest-running coffeeshop in all Amsterdam, this 'Russian' den has hardwood floors and colourful cushions that complement an efficient...
Rusland 16