AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam’s best days out.
A short guide to the 15 best dining experiences in Amsterdam, with what each one costs, how long it takes and who to book it through.
Amsterdam dinner cruise with a 4-course menu and unlimited drinks, sailing the canals at night from Lovers Café near Centraal.
Most Popular“Having a three corse meal with dessert going thru the canals and having a tour explained”
A’DAM Lookout plus a €10 Madam Sky Bar lunch or dinner voucher. 100-meter views, audio guide, and optional thrills in Amsterdam.
“Great experience. Fabulous building and great information. Well worth a visit.”
Amsterdam dinner canal cruise with a 4-course meal, unlimited beer and wine, and sunset views past Anne Frank House and Skinny Bridge.
“We enjoyed our cruise, the dinner was good, the staff were excellent. I would have liked more information on sights and areas but it was loud so I understand why it’s minimal.”
Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam set lunch or dinner with priority seating, Acoustic/Electric menus, canal views, and rock memorabilia near Leidseplein.
“Great idea of a 1.5 hr cruise including a pizza, free drinks, either wine, beer or soft drinks, knowledgeable captain and the beautiful sights of Amsterdam!”
Amsterdam’s 3-course dinner in total darkness served by blind staff, with amuse-bouches and a private table. A 2-hour sensory reset.
“We actually never made it. All the trains in Amsterdam shut down due to a power grid problem. We were in constant contact with the restaurant trying to change our reservation time. Then realized the trains were not going to start running again, they allowed a refund.”
A Vegas-style dinner show in Amsterdam at Harbour Club Theatre: 3-course shared menu, live music, magic, and flexible seating.
“De show was prima. Eten daarentegen viel tegen. Michelin ster prijzen en hoeveelheid maar de kwaliteit van de All you can eat om de hoek. Wij kregen net zoveel eten met z’n vijven als de tafel naast ons waar twee personen aan zaten, heel vreemd. 2 kleine stukjes kip en een stukje vis verdelen over…”
Private 2-hour Amsterdam canal dinner cruise with wine and beer, plus a restaurant-style 2-course meal and classic canal views.
“The boat trip was exceptional. The meal was excellent. The skipper was very friendly. Everything was perfect !!! Many thanks !!! It was a moment of pure happiness. To do at all costs, without any hesitation !!!”
A’DAM LOOKOUT and revolving restaurant Moon in Amsterdam North: city views, audio tour, and lunch or a €20 meal credit.
“The Lookout is a must see! Wow! It’s scary when you stand at the bottom and look up. The elevator had lights above it which start when the elevator starts to go up. It takes 20 seconds to climb 100m. The view is great! I booked us a lunch at the revolving restaurant but wish…”
Sunset canoe through Amsterdam’s Waterland wetlands with a small guide, picnic dinner, windmill views, and easy paddling in English.
“Majel was such a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable, experienced, and Wonderful hospitality. You can not book a better tour!”
Taste Amsterdam in total darkness with a 3-course menu served by blind staff at Ctaste, plus amuse-bouches and a private table.
“Such a fun experience! Food was good too! It’s a different way of evaluating what you are eating without seeing it.”
Dutch pancakes or homemade apple pie with coffee or tea at Restaurant de Kraai, plus terrace views over Zaanse Schans windmills.
A small-group French bistro dinner in a Canal Ring home with Martine and Olav, four courses, excellent wines, and views over Amsterdam’s canals.
“This was a highlight of our recent trip to Amsterdam. Olav and Martine are marvelous hosts. The meal was fantastic, the wines were excellent and the hosts delightful. Couldn't ask for a better evening out in Amsterdam.”
Luxury heated Amsterdam saloon boat cruise with a festive aperitif and 3-course dinner, touring UNESCO canals for 3 hours.
“A beautiful cruise through the canals with a tasty dinner and cocktails. The crew was friendly and informative and pointed out lots of unique sites along the way. Highly recommend”
A small-group 4-course Dutch family meal in a canalside home with Martine and Olav, plus jenever, wine, beer, and local stories.
“This was an adventure. Small setting with other couples in the home of wonderful hosts. They can really cook up a meal to be remembered. Gracious hosts with good food, wine and stories of their homeland. We will remember this one.”
Eat Italian in Amsterdam’s Jordaan above a canal. Follow Luca’s cooking, enjoy a 3-course meal from Molise, and learn Italian tips.
“Great meal with friends! You can request Italian anything! Luca was a great host, wonderful meal for our last night in Amsterdam. Highly recommend this unusual opportunity.”
From the canal ring to the far side of the IJ, and every way to see it.
