Neighborhood guide: Nieuwmarktbuurt around the Keizerstraat

New Market neighborhood

The Nieuwmarkt neighborhood, also known as Lastage, is part of Amsterdam-Centrum. The Waag, the original city gate, lost its function due to urban expansion. By partially draining an old city canal, a new square could be created: the Nieuwmarkt, to which the neighborhood owes its nickname. It is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Amsterdam. Located in Amsterdam's Chinatown, there are many different specialty shops to be found. Every Saturday, the Nieuwmarkt is filled with stalls and there is an organic market.

Address

Nieuwmarkt 13-15,
1011 JR Amsterdam

Café Fonteyn

Fonteyn is known as a cozy, homely, and warm brown café with good staff. Located on Nieuwmarkt, Fonteyn has long been a household name in the Nieuwmarkt neighborhood. They serve many different types of beer and a tasty daily special. They have a large heated terrace where you can sit in all seasons and enjoy watching people stroll across Nieuwmarkt.

Address

Nieuwmarkt 9,
1011 JR Amsterdam

Café Bern

Café Bern has been serving the same dishes on its menu for decades. And with good reason, because Amsterdam residents are willing to wait in line for hours to eat here. The cheese fondue is an absolute classic. You should also try the entrecôte and the Yemeni salad. In addition to the delicious food, you'll find yourself in a cozy, homely atmosphere, where you can linger at the bar to digest and enjoy a French wine.

Address

Koningsstraat 29,
1011 ET Amsterdam

Kyō Restaurant

Kyō was founded out of the need for more Japanese Izakaya-style restaurants. A place where you can relax with friends in an informal atmosphere, while enjoying authentic Japanese food with a wide selection of sake or Japanese beer.

Address

Zeedijk 130,
1012 BC Amsterdam

A-Fusion

A-Fusion is a popular Asian fusion restaurant on Zeedijk in Amsterdam, offering a unique blend of Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Korean cuisines since 2003. The menu ranges from fresh sushi and dim sum to grilled satays and wok dishes, with smaller portions allowing guests to sample multiple flavors. The restaurant is known for its lively atmosphere and open kitchen, where the preparation of dishes is a real experience. In 2023, A-Fusion received a Bib Gourmand award from the Michelin Guide, a recognition for its excellent value for money.

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Address

Zeedijk 122,
1012 BB Amsterdam

Hi Tin

Hoi Tin in Amsterdam is the place to go for authentic Chinese cuisine. Located on Nieuwmarkt, the restaurant has an extensive menu that includes dim sum, noodle soups, and roasted meat. The dishes are freshly prepared and served in an atmospheric setting with subdued lighting and wooden tables. Hoi Tin is popular with both locals and tourists.

Address

Korte Koningsstraat 13 H,
1011 EX Amsterdam

Black Gold Amsterdam

Black Gold Amsterdam is located in the middle of the city and is an independent vinyl and specialty coffee shop. There is a relaxed atmosphere where you can browse between the LP plants, but where good coffee is also served. The coffee beans come from White Label Coffee.

Address

Zeedijk 120,
1012 BB Amsterdam

Café Dijk 120

Café Dijk opened its doors in 1971. It is a cozy Amsterdam café in the middle of Zeedijk. The café has many regulars from far beyond Amsterdam.

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Address

Molensteeg 13H,
1012 BG Amsterdam

Kim's So Korean Food

This Korean restaurant only opened in April and is already very popular. It serves comfort food that is best shared. The classics bimbap and Korean fried chicken are a must. They also have delicious smaller dishes such as dumplings, kimchi pancakes, and spicy cheesy ramen. In terms of drinks, they have a selection of rice wines, beer, and a few imported soju sodas.

Address

Zeedijk 111-113,
1012 AV Amsterdam

Nam Kee

Nam Kee became nationally known through the book "Oesters van Nam Kee" (Oysters from Nam Kee) by author Kees Beijnum. This restaurant, serving authentic Cantonese cuisine, has long been a household name in Amsterdam. After the first restaurant opened its doors at Zeedijk 111 in 1981, two new locations quickly followed (Geldersekade 117 and Maria Heinekenplein 4). The atmosphere at the Nieuwmarkt location is open and cozy. You can come here for a hearty meal with a large group or for lunch with a smaller party. The staff prioritizes good service and friendliness.

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Address

1012 BD Amsterdam

Dun Yong Kitchen

This ramen tent is located at the top of the Asian supermarket Dun Yong. After chef Taka worked in a Japanese Izakaya gastropub for 4 years, he came to the Netherlands to fulfill his dream. He dreamed of having his own business where healthy and affordable street food is served. In 2021, chef Taka introduced one of his specialties, 'spicy tan tan ramen' to the menu; spicy chicken and pork together with kimchi.

Address

Zeedijk 77,
1012 AS Amsterdam

Thai Snack Bar Bird

Amsterdam is known for its large number of delicious Asian restaurants and takeaways. You can find good Asian cuisine everywhere in the city. But when it comes to Thai food, there is one place that stands out, and with good reason. In the middle of Zeedijk, at Number , you will find Thai Snackbar Bird, which has been in this location since 1993. You can sit inside and watch the chefs flambé Thai wok meals in the open kitchen, or you can order takeaway. Both options are fast, but the taste and quality are always very high. From very spicy Thai to slightly milder, they have just about every specialty here, and they are all worth trying.

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Address

Kloveniersburgwal 59HS,
1011 JZ Amsterdam

Guardian Angel Café

Amsterdamsch Literair Café de Engelbewaarder is a household name in Amsterdam. The building is a national monument and is named after the novel Herinneringen van een Engelbewaarder (Memories of an Angel Guardian) by W.F. Hermans. Café de Engelbewaarder has been located in the heart of the always lively Nieuwmarkt neighborhood since 1947. Café de Engelbewaarder was the first literary café in Amsterdam and is known for its 'jazz on Sundays', lively Friday evenings, and wide selection of beers on tap. From students to local residents, to pretty much the whole of Amsterdam, everyone can be found in this café. In summer, you can sit on their terrace on the Kloveniersburgwal. You can also go there for a good daily special.

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Address

Oudezijds Voorburgwal 177-179,
1012 EV Amsterdam

Oriental city

The go-to place for delicious dim sum in the heart of Amsterdam. At Oriental City, classic Chinese Cantonese cuisine is celebrated while you look out over the canals of Amsterdam. We recommend sharing different dishes so you can taste everything! From vegetarian to fish and meat, Oriental has something for everyone.

Address

Lange Niezel 27,
1012 GS Amsterdam

Windows Impossible

In the heart of Amsterdam is the second restaurant of Akihiro Hara (46) and Atsushi Ishida (44). Ramen Impossible, the sister of Men Impossible, distinguishes itself with its 'Sauce style' Ramen, also known as 'Mazesoba' in Japanese. Made with Japanese flour and served in a lavish sauce of saffron-cooked mushrooms and roasted leek, Ramen Impossible offers a surprising vegan alternative in modern Japanese cuisine.

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Address

Geldersekade 19,
1011 EJ Amsterdam

Ken Sushi

A visit to sushi bar Ken Sushi is not just a pleasant evening of Japanese food. At Ken Sushi, you sit at the bar while chef Ken prepares your dishes à la minute. He uses traditional sushi rice at 37 degrees and the freshest ingredients. While cooking, Ken passionately tells about the origin and preparation of his spectacular sushi dishes. All this makes a dinner at Ken Sushi a wonderful experience. If you want to visit this special sushi bar, you often have to make a reservation in advance; there is only room for 13 guests at the bar.

Address

Dam 9,
1012 JS Amsterdam

The White Room by Jacob Jan Boerma (*)

Under the guidance of Signature Chef Jacob Jan Boerma and Chef de Cuisine Tristan de Boer, the restaurant offers a refined cuisine that revolves around pure flavors, fresh tones, and a perfect balance of acids and spices. The dishes are a tribute to Dutch ingredients with subtle global influences. The restaurant is housed in the historic 'Witte Zaal' (White Room) of Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky, a space known for its classic elegance since 1885. The refined decor combines the grandeur of the past with a contemporary style, creating a unique and luxurious ambiance.

Address

Nieuwmarkt,
1012 CW Amsterdam

Newmarket

Every last Friday of the month, you will find the New Market on Nieuwmarkt. This market mainly specializes in deli and lifestyle products. Here you can expect delicacies from different parts of the world, sweet cakes, savory sandwiches, but also delicious snack sausages and cheeses. You will also find various art stalls, jewelry dealers, and fashion and interior design products.

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Address

Nieuwmarkt 27,
1011 JS Amsterdam

Amazing Oriental

Amazing Oriental is located on Nieuwmarkt in the heart of Amsterdam. This supermarket has been here since 1986 and is the place to go for everything related to Asian cuisine. It offers a unique shopping experience, with its typical narrow aisles and the smell of fresh food. No space in the store is left unused, so you can find everything you are looking for. The vegetables are fresh, the range of herbs is enormous, and there are lots of snacks to try. The staff are always friendly and helpful.

Address

Kloveniersburgwal 13,
1011 JT Amsterdam

Fishmonger Tel

Fishmonger Tel started out as a fish shop with a market stall next door. Over the past 50 years, they have expanded to become one of the largest importers of shrimp and foreign fish species. Tel is located on Kloveniersburgwal, in the heart of Chinatown, and is not only the go-to import source for many Chinese restaurant owners, but also a regular destination for private individuals.

Address

Zeedijk 99,
1012 AT Amsterdam

Butcher Shop Fat

Butcher's shop Vet is a household name among Amsterdam residents in the Nieuwmarkt neighborhood. This traditional shop has been located on Zeedijk for 60 years. Regular customers are very important, which is immediately apparent when you walk in. This butcher's shop puts the customer first, so anything can be prepared. Vet grows with the people and delivers honest, high-quality products. You can't leave without trying a Broodje Zeedijk, a richly filled roll with the famous Zeedijk sauce, made according to a secret recipe.

Address

Stormsteeg 9,
1012 BD Amsterdam

Dun Yong

In Amsterdam's oldest toko, there are several floors where you can get lost. In 1959, Dun Yong started this shop to provide the local Chinese community with their daily Chinese products. Three generations later, the store has expanded. Here, you can buy not only food products but also incense and kitchen utensils. On the top floor of the toko, there is a small eatery where you can enjoy the most delicious ramen for lunch. If you want to learn more about this toko or toko culture in the Netherlands, there is even a book written about this toko that you can buy at the checkout.

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Address

Oudeschans 67,
1011 KW Amsterdam

Van Zoetendaal Photography

Van Zoetendaal Photography is primarily active in international contemporary photography, curating exhibitions in museums, as a gallery, and also publishing various photo books. In 2014, Van Zoetendaal largely converted its gallery space into a studio to Services and installations its own art projects, art books, and Services and installations . Although the gallery is usually only open by appointment, it plays an important role in the annual Unseen Photo Fair.

Address

Oudekerksplein 23,
1012 GX Amsterdam

Oude Kerk

The Oude Kerk is a historic national monument and a center for contemporary art, located in the oldest building in Amsterdam, right in the center. In collaboration with the Oude Kerk, artists create new work that is exhibited here exclusively and once only. The program brings together the present and the past through the interaction between centuries-old heritage and modern art. Through their new creations, artists and musicians offer new perspectives on history, the world around us and the future.

Address

Warmoesstraat 139,
1012 JB Amsterdam

W139

W139 is both an exhibition space and a production site for contemporary art. It has been located on Warmoesstraat in the heart of Amsterdam since 1979 and has since given artists the time and space to develop. W139 is a place where artists and the local community work together, and as such has not only an artistic but also a social approach, with a focus on radical imagination and inclusion. The programming emphasizes the need for ongoing and supported solidarity, thus providing a critical counterpoint to the consequences of the dominant neoliberal and capitalist structures of Dutch (artistic) society.

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Address

Russia 3,
1012 CK Amsterdam

Wonderwood

The name WonderWood pretty much speaks for itself: a wonderful world of all kinds of unique furniture made from beautiful wood. In addition to being both a store and a gallery, WonderWood offers more than just furniture: design, art, and fun gadgets. It is a world where there is more than enough to be found for everyone—not just wood lovers. There is also something for everyone's personal style, whether it's products from the wide vintage collection or a hip design item! This makes Wonderwood the ideal place to browse or find inspiration for a new interior.

Neighborhood guide: Nieuwmarktbuurt around the Keizerstraat

New Market neighborhood

Café Fonteyn

Café Bern

Kyō Restaurant

A-Fusion

Hi Tin

Black Gold Amsterdam

Café Dijk 120

Kim's So Korean Food

Nam Kee

Dun Yong Kitchen

Thai Snack Bar Bird

Guardian Angel Café

Oriental city

Windows Impossible

Ken Sushi

The White Room by Jacob Jan Boerma (*)

Newmarket

Amazing Oriental

Fishmonger Tel

Butcher Shop Fat

Dun Yong

Van Zoetendaal Photography

Oude Kerk

W139

Wonderwood

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