AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam’s best days out.
A short guide to the 14 best dinner 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.
“Oh my days! I was so scared about this trip but it was fabulous. We had our meal and I have to say I had the best ever umami smash burger. The staff were amazing, so friendly & couldn’t do enough for us. Thank you”
Amsterdam dinner canal cruise with a 4-course meal, unlimited beer and wine, and sunset views past Anne Frank House and Skinny Bridge.
“The canal cruise was such a great experience for us we got to learn about all the history all around. The food was actually really good.”
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.
“An interesting and unique experience. We really didn't know what to expect but it was a great and different night out. Very good food and service, an interesting gimmick and a memorable evening.”
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.
“Captain was excellent: friendly, and knowledgeable. City is very beautiful from the water. Food wad gery tasty, somewhat limited menu though:”
Sunset canoe through Amsterdam’s Waterland wetlands with a small guide, picnic dinner, windmill views, and easy paddling in English.
“Fantastic little evening paddle! Enjoyed learning about some history, nature, and stories. Absolutely beautiful.”
Taste Amsterdam in total darkness with a 3-course menu served by blind staff at Ctaste, plus amuse-bouches and a private table.
“So much fun, and such a cool experience. The food was delicious and the service impeccable. I really enjoyed the optional quiz at the end where you get to guess what you ate!”
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.
“The whole experience was very Amsterdam. We walked down a narrow pedestrian street in De Wellen to their door. The flat was beautifully decorated. The view out the window was of the oldest canal. Olaf and Martine were excellent hosts. The meal was outstanding and very Dutch. It was our best experience of a 16…”
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.”
Enjoy a 3-hour Jamaican 3-course dinner party in Amsterdam at a secret pop-up table, guided by Chef Ash with iconic cocktails.
“This was an amazing way to start our trip in Amsterdam. Our host Chef Ash was so friendly and accommodating. I totally forgot we were eating dinner with strangers after the first 10 minutes. I really enjoyed the food which was some of the best Jamaican food I have ever tasted and I am usually…”
From the canal ring to the far side of the IJ, and every way to see it.
