Neighborhood guide: Zuidas
The Zuidas
Amsterdam Zuidas is a neighborhood undergoing rapid transformation, where international allure and everyday life are increasingly converging. Once known primarily as a business district, the area is developing into a mixed-use neighborhood where living, working, and studying reinforce each other. Between the A10 ring road, Buitenveldert, and Oud-Zuid, a skyline of striking towers is emerging, interspersed with new squares, parks, and amenities.
With over 50,000 workers, thousands of residents, and tens of thousands of students from institutions such as VU University Amsterdam and Amsterdam UMC, the dynamic energy is palpable at any time of day. At the same time, the number residences is growing residences , giving the neighborhood an increasingly diverse and human character. New restaurants, sports venues, cultural spots, and neighborhood initiatives are giving Zuidas an increasingly distinct identity.
The location is strategic: Amsterdam Zuid station is a hub for trains, metros, trams, and buses, with direct connections to Schiphol Airport and the city center. The large-scale Zuidasdok program is working on tunneling under the A10 motorway and expanding the station to further improve accessibility and urban quality.
What makes Zuidas special is the combination of metropolitan architecture and proximity to tranquility. Beatrixpark is just around the corner, Amsterdamse Bos and Nieuwe Meer are nearby, and the lively Beethovenstraat and Gelderlandplein also offer daily comfort. Here, a neighborhood is emerging that is no longer just about office hours, but about a new, urban balance between ambition and livability.
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In and around Zuidas and Amsterdam Zuid, the offerings change effortlessly with the day, from a Belgian coffee break at Vascobelo to a classic meal at Café Loetje. On Beethovenstraat and Stadionplein, you'll find places where foodies and locals cross paths, from viennoiseries and wine bars to fire and finesse at Nela and Wils. At the same time, it remains very good, with places like De Frietsteeg and Umeno that are loved precisely because of their uniqueness and consistency. For groceries and flavors from further afield, specialists are within easy reach, from Japanese and Korean markets to cheese, bread, and delicacies. And if you're looking for culture, you've come to the right place: film, art, and tranquility are just around the corner, from Cinema The Pulse and Rialto VU to De Thomas and the Botanical Garden.
1081 LD Amsterdam
Vascobelo Parnassus Road
Vascobelo was founded in Antwerp in 1998, inspired by the family passion of Marc De Roeck, who grew up with his father's freshly roasted coffee. Its strength lies in the combination of Belgian coffee culture, slow-roasted blends, and a recognizable, artisanal signature that focuses on quality and experience.
1082 LZ Amsterdam
Café Loetje South As
In 1977, Café Loetje was established as a billiards café by Ludwig 'Loetje' Klinkhamer, but it wasn't long before they traded the billiards for the tenderloin steak that was served. More than forty years later, Loetje is a huge chain, and the original 'Café' is a household name in Amsterdam. The tasty steak is served with homemade fries and fresh gravy - it's finger-licking good!
1083 HK Amsterdam
Nela
At Nela, they celebrate the fusion of live fire cooking with high-quality and carefully selected ingredients. They source and select seasonal products from specialized partners. The open fire is the perfect tool for the chefs to use heat and temperature to create incredible textures and flavors. Nela was conceived by leading chefs Hari Shetty and Ori Geller, who have two decades of experience on the international stage. After years of working for top restaurants such as Nobu (London), Yaffo-Tel Aviv, Izakaya, The Duchess and Mr. Porter (Amsterdam), they joined forces with the innovative international entrepreneur Gilad Hayeem (Waverly Group). Together, Hari, Ori and Gilad brought their shared vision and creativity to life by establishing Nela.
1076 BJ Amsterdam
De Frietsteeg
De Frietsteeg is a snack bar on the canal in the Stadionbuurt. They serve delicious crispy fries and many other snacks here. The fries are cut by hand and you have a choice of more than 20 sauces. Also special: De Frietsteeg is located in a historic house and there is a large sunny terrace on the water
1076 LP Amsterdam
Umeno
Umeno is one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam and is beloved by its regular local guests. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted by an intimate space with traditional Japanese authenticity, created by the handmade wooden interior, the shamisen and shakuhachi music, and the enormous hospitality of Ayumi and Atsuhito Hosono. The nigiri sushi is highly recommended, as the quality of the fish is excellent.
1076 CM Amsterdam
Wils Bakery & Café
In Amsterdam Zuid you will now find Wils Bakery Café on the ground floor. A mix of bakery and French bistro. Wils is a new venture from chef Joris Bijendijk and the Vermaat Groep (Vermaat owns Rijks and Wils). At Wils Bakery Café they combine the craft of a bakery with the cosiness of a French bistro. On the menu you will find recognizable dishes, prepared with the same craftsmanship as in Michelin star restaurant Wils. Taste the pastries of Tania, the dishes of Rudolf, lunch with the bread of Maxim and have a drink with the wines of Barbora.
1076 NZ Amsterdam
Cucina casalinga
Giovanni Carmelitano is the owner of Cucina Casalinga, an Italian restaurant located at Stadionweg 271 in Amsterdam-Zuid. Born in Rome, with a mother from Puglia, Giovanni brings his Southern Italian roots to life in his restaurant. For more than twenty years, he has been a dedicated interpreter of Italian cuisine, combining traditional flavors with a modern approach. The intimate atmosphere and limited seating provide a personal dining experience reminiscent of dining at an Italian 'nonna's' home.
1076 CM Amsterdam
Restaurant Wils (*)
This unique culinary hotspot opened its doors in 2019 thanks to chef Joris Bijdendijk. The restaurant is located next to the Olympic Stadium. Before the opening, Joris gave a sneak preview by cooking on an open fire on the center spot of the stadium in Amsterdam-South. Wils is now fully living up to the high expectations. The 4 to 6 courses are prepared on an open fire and are full of surprising elements.
1081 AB Amsterdam
China Supreme
China Supreme is a must-visit for lovers of Chinese street food and comfort food. The most popular dish on the menu is the jianbing crepes, which are filled with egg, spicy oil, spring onion, shrimp, or duck, among other ingredients. The menu also offers delicious wontons, gyozas, and the specialty biangbiang noodles. It's the perfect place to discover authentic Chinese flavors.
1076 CM Amsterdam
NENI
NENI is a Middle Eastern restaurant located on Stadionplein. The name is a composition of the initials of the four sons of Haya Molcho; the driving force behind this business. Haya was born in Tel Aviv and studied psychology there. She always loved to cook and started her first restaurant in 2009. Over the years, the Mocho family has become a well-known family in the culinary world and they also have other NENI locations in Vienna and Berlin, among others. In all their restaurants, family, togetherness and sharing dishes are central. The Middle Eastern dishes are excellent and the freshly prepared hummus is one of the best Amsterdam has to offer.
1081 AB Amsterdam
Wagyu Yakiniku Kanata
Wagyu Yakiniku Kanata restaurant is a place where you can enjoy beef of the highest quality. At Kanata, you will find a traditional built-in Japanese barbecue at your table, where you can grill your own Wagyu beef and vegetables. The Wagyu they serve comes from Japan and has been rated A5 (the highest score). They also have Wagyu from farms in Spain that have decades of experience in breeding high-quality Wagyu.
1077 JK Amsterdam
Wine Bar QV
At Winebar QV you can basically spend the whole day as if you were in Italy. You start with an Italian espresso, have lunch with a hot meal and end with a good glass of wine with an Italian aperitivo. It is cozy and stylishly decorated and you can sit on the high stools at the bar, at the lower tables or on the small terrace.
1077 JJ Amsterdam
Et Claire
Et Claire is located on Beethoven Street. Et Claire arose from a love for the best viennoiserie, coffee, (ice) tea in combination with endless sweet and savory options. The motto at et Claire is ''ne vous contentez pas de moins'', which means that you should not settle for less.
1077 HM Amsterdam
Cafecito
Cafecito, a minimalist coffee shop, offers high-quality coffee from gleaming white machines. It is part of the Cafecito franchise, an Amsterdam-based coffee roastery that decided to open coffee shops to stimulate their own sales when sales to catering establishments stagnated during the pandemic. Cafecito already has three branches in Amsterdam and one in Rotterdam. Cafecito is a business reduced to its essence. You can drink top-quality coffee from white machines there.
1079 MZ Amsterdam
Restaurant Showw (*)
Owners Lendl Mijnhijmer (sommelier and restaurant manager) and Dorus Floris, executive chef, formerly of Bougainville (*), opened their own fine dining restaurant at the head of the Zuidas. In addition to a 6-course menu, there is also the option to eat a la carte. The cuisine here is of a high standard, and the excellent wine list contains no fewer than 750 wines. In 2024, Showw received a Michelin star, with Lendl Mijnhijmer also winning the Michelin Sommelier Award for his excellent wine advice and pairings. The menu ranges from a 5- to 6-course dinner, with dishes such as langoustine with Jerusalem artichoke, curry and coffee, and turbot with risotto, bell pepper and XO sauce.
1081 LH Amsterdam
Cinema The Pulse
Cinema The Pulse is a movie theater located in the basement of The Pulse of Amsterdam in the Zuidas business district, offering a wide range of arthouse, cult, and contemporary films. Its strength lies in the combination of cinema, architecture, and social interaction, serving as an urban film hub where the movie experience and metropolitan context come together.
1081 HV Amsterdam
VU ART SCIENCE gallery
The VU ART SCIENCE gallery is a university gallery on the VU campus where art and science meet in exhibitions and dialogues on current themes. Its strength lies in the multidisciplinary exchange between artists, researchers, and the public, with a clear focus on knowledge, research, and social issues.
1081 HV Amsterdam
Rialto University of Amsterdam
Rialto VU is the second location of the historic Rialto cinema (1921) and is located on the VU campus on Boelelaan. Its strength lies in the combination of arthouse cinema, festivals, and cultural programming within a broader cultural hub where film, art, and academia come together.
1076 AV Amsterdam
Diez Gallery
Diez is an Amsterdam art gallery with an international appeal, founded in 2022 by Diego Diez. The exhibitions are curated in collaboration with artists who have an affinity with Diez's interests and will present both international and national talent in Amsterdam. In addition to the exhibition program, Diez strives to be an accessible space for a wide audience with various activities and events such as poetry readings, curated dinners and artist talks.
1077 WX Amsterdam
The Thomas
The Thomas is a monumental church on the edge of the Zuidas business district where religion and culture consciously come together. With its own theater, concerts, and debate evenings, it is a place for meeting and deepening one's knowledge, right in the business heart of Amsterdam Zuid. The building is considered an important example of post-war church architecture in the Netherlands and is designed in an expressive, brutalist style.
1081 BT Amsterdam
The Zuidas Botanical Garden
The Zuidas Botanical Garden, established as a university hortus in 1967, is a surprisingly green oasis in the middle of the VU campus. With thousands of plant species, specialized collections, and winding paths, the garden is a peaceful, almost hidden place where science, nature, and urban dynamics come together in a unique way.
1082 LW Amsterdam
Shilia Supermarkets
A Japanese and Korean food market. Located on Gelderlandplein. Originally, they opened this store to make people from Japan and Korea feel a little more at home, but now everyone knows how to find this food market. Authentic, good food, if you want to cook Asian, this is the place.
1077 CV Amsterdam
L'Amuse
According to some, this is the best cheese shop in the Netherlands. They have an impressively wide range of the most delicious cheeses. Delicious wine, salami, ham, and olive oil are also For Sale here. You will receive excellent service, and the cheese is truly of a different caliber. Highly recommended!
1077 CW Amsterdam
Sébastien's Bakery
Le Fournil is the brainchild of Susan and Sébastien, who, after years of baking experience in France, came to the Netherlands in 2007 to open an authentic French boulangerie. Its strength lies in its artisanal craftsmanship, sourdough, and conscious choice for small-scale, pure, traditional bread making.
1076 CJ Amsterdam
Stadium Square Market
On the beautiful Stadionplein, in the middle of Oud-Zuid, you will find the Stadionplein market every Saturday. They open at 09:00, making it an ideal market for people who want to do their weekly shopping early on Saturday. They also have beautiful flowers for sale here and you will find many different local residents. The atmosphere is always good and the market is open until 17:00.
1082 EJ Amsterdam
Atariya
In addition to importing and distributing Japanese products, this company also has a store in Amsterdam. Here you will find a great and extensive range of Japanese food products. It is also possible to take away food. The store has a small kitchen where fresh meals are prepared every morning.
1082 EG Amsterdam
Mouwes
Mouwes Kosher Delicatessen has been the place to go for all kosher products for over 200 years. Whether you come for your daily groceries or are looking for something special, they have it all. From bread, cheese and meat to Israeli specialties. You can also go there for sandwiches or sometimes dishes such as Sephardic chicken with couscous.
1076 TB Amsterdam
Zikking & Son Butcher Shop
Butcher shop Zikking & Zoon is located on Marathonweg and is a household name in Amsterdam. Owner Robert Zikking was born and raised in Amsterdam and, together with his wife, started his own business in 1995 with passion and confidence. As he himself says: "It's not a fairy tale, but a delicious reality with a history." The filet americain is made using a recipe from an old Jordanian dam, and the nostalgic Amsterdam beef sausage is a must-try.
1077 MJ Amsterdam
Flower fusion
Every Saturday from 9:30 to 17:00 you can find Ilona Bokma from Flowerfusion at the ZuiderMRKT. Unique and beautiful flowers that make you feel like you are standing in the middle of a picking garden. Because Ilona selects different flowers, plants and colors every week that match the season, it is a party every Saturday to visit Flowerfusion.
This is not a house
Living in Ceci means choosing quality, design, and urban dynamism in balance. With 24 carefully designed apartments ranging from approximately 72 to 213 m², Ceci introduces boutique living to the Zuidas, on the corner of Gustav Mahlerlaan and the green Florence Pricehof. Everything that makes daily life in Amsterdam Zuid so comfortable is close by. Here you live in the heart of the city, with restaurants, culture, and shops within easy reach, while at home you experience space and relaxation.
