Neighborhood guide: the Jordaan around the Bloemstraat

Radar

Radar Architecture and Art is a project Marco di Piaggi. Di Piaggi founded this gallery in 2008 with a small group of friends as a place where eccentric artists and architects could share their work. Di Piaggi has always been a lover of avant-garde art forms and underground music, and in this gallery he invites visitors to discover art that is independent of contemporary trends. Radar Architecture and Art also has its own webshop on Society6 where you can buy prints and accessories from the exhibited works.

Tegenboschvanvreden

Tegenboschvanvreden is a gallery for contemporary art and represents a group of eighteen international artists. The gallery describes itself as 'a gallery without a fixed formula: a distinctly dynamic platform that constantly calls for the revision of conceptual principles'. In addition to exhibitions, they also offer various interesting lectures, screenings, performances, and book presentations.

Dudok De Groot Gallery

In the heart of the Jordaan district, you will find Galerie Dudok De Groot, run by Nicole Dudok van Heel and Jedithja de Groot. With eight exhibitions a year, the gallery showcases the work of a number of regular artists and a select group of guest artists, both of whom explore the boundaries of their medium in photography, painting, and video, among other things.

Dudokdegroot Gallery

Gallery Dudokdegroot was founded in 2015 by Nicole Dudok van Heel and Jedithja de Groot. The gallery focuses on artists who explore the boundaries of their medium in various techniques, including photography, painting, video, three-dimensional art, and drawing. The gallery organizes eight exhibitions annually, primarily solo exhibitions. In addition, the gallery participates in art fairs and organizes exhibitions at other locations.

Torch Gallery

Torch was founded in 1984 by Adriaan van der Have as a platform for Dutch and international contemporary art. Adriaan was one of the first to recognize the potential of photography as an art form. Since 2009, Adriaan's son, Mo, has been continuing his legacy, exhibiting both established artists who are leaders in various disciplines and younger artists who continue to push the boundaries of their respective mediums.

Althuis Hofland Fine Arts

Althuis Hofland Fine Arts is located in the historic center of Amsterdam. It is a gallery for anyone with a curious eye and a love of art, from first-time visitors and first-time buyers to art professionals. The gallery has a strong focus on the medium of painting and participates in major art fairs around the world every year (such as Art Brussels and NADA Miami).

Annet Gelink Gallery

Annet Gelink Gallery is a leading gallery for contemporary art. Since its founding in 2000, it has exhibited work by groundbreaking artists, ranging from drawings, paintings, and photography to installation and video art. The gallery's main goal is to showcase new trends and individuals, with a focus on Dutch and international art. In the basement, there is a separate space called 'The Bakery', which is reserved for the work of promising young artists.

Fontana Gallery

At Galerie Fontana, they reflect on the state of contemporary art. They try to show what the world looks like and what it is really like, despite its sometimes sharp edges and dystopian character. When Fontana started in 2011, the focus was on photography, but nowadays they embrace all art media. Want to take a look? Galerie Fontana is located on Lauriergracht!

Stevenson

The gallery was founded in 2003 and is run by a collective of 13 directors, including Federica Angelucci, Marc Barben, Lerato Bereng, Joost Bosland, David Brodie, Sinazo Chiya, Andrew da Conceicao, Jessica Honeyman, Lanese Jaftha, Sisipho Ngodwana, Sophie Perryer, Alexander Richards and Michael Stevenson, Stevenson presents an international exhibition program with a specific focus on the regions in which its galleries are located, namely Cape Town, Johannesburg and Amsterdam.

Martin van Zomeren

The Martin van Zomeren gallery is located in the heart of the Jordaan district. Martin van Zomeren presents a variety of contemporary art exhibitions, mainly consisting of photography with a focus on conceptual art. The Martin van Zomeren gallery features works by artists such as Navid Nuur, Alexandra Leykauf, and Cornelius Quabeck.

Wouter van Leeuwen Gallery

Wouter van Leeuwen's gallery is tucked away on Hazenstraat in the Jordaan neighborhood. If you're not paying attention, you could easily walk right past it. But that would be a shame, because this photo gallery is definitely worth a visit! Van Leeuwen's gallery represents major international and national photographers, with a wide range of artworks. From photos of the west coast of America in the 1970s to colorful nature scenes of the Dutch Wadden Islands: you'll find it all at this gallery!

The Golden Florin

Café De Gouden Florijn is not too big and attracts a mix of locals and tourists. Nico, the owner, is a permanent fixture behind the bar and makes the beautiful stained-glass windows himself. The café has a large TV screen where soccer and rugby matches are often shown.

Chris's Café

Café Chris opened its doors in 1624 as a beer house, making it the oldest café in the Jordaan district. The café is named after its previous owner, Chris Meijer. Chris suffered a heart attack in 1958 while carrying a crate of beer to the café's basement.

Mokum sandwich

For over 40 years, Broodje Mokum has been a household name in the heart of Amsterdam. They are known as the community center of the Jordaan neighborhood, where they serve loyal customers who never deviate from their usual order. For years, they have been making delicious homemade Jordaan balls, fillet American, and Hindustani chicken.

Kafenion

As soon as you walk into this specialty coffee bar, you immediately feel like you're in Athens. The atmosphere is both lively and intimate, like a cozy living room. They have an extensive coffee selection, including kaimaki, the authentic way of serving coffee in Greece. They also offer traditional snacks such as spanakopita and bougatsa.

Kessens

Box Sociaal

Box Sociaal is Location breakfast and brunch Location , but also offers dinner and drinks. The menu is inspired by Australia. The dishes are prepared with sustainable and local products. Good news for vegetarians and vegans: all meat burgers can be replaced with the 'Beyond Meat Burger'. Enjoy a high-quality brunch, locally roasted coffee, carefully selected natural wines, tailor-made cocktails, and delicious specialty beers.

The New Lily

At Café De Nieuwe Lelie, old-fashioned conviviality is paramount. The café serves as a community center and meeting place for young and old alike.

Café The Laurel Tree

Café De Laurierboom has been an authentic neighborhood café in the heart of the Jordaan district for 150 years. It has a cozy atmosphere and a wonderful mix of visitors. Local residents, young creative types, and tourists, but also chess enthusiasts, for whom the café is well known.

Hikage

Hikage is a traditional Japanese Izakaya, or an accessible Japanese pub. In addition to a selection of meat and fish dishes, the menu also offers vegetarian and vegan dishes. Shojin cuisine is the main source of inspiration for Hikage's vegan dishes. Shojin Ryori is the traditional cuisine of Buddhist monks who forbade the consumption of meat and took pleasure in preventing food waste. The basis of Shojin Ryori consists of five colors, five flavors (sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami), and five techniques (raw, boiled, grilled, fried, and steamed). They also serve a select collection of Japanese gins, including the award-winning Yuzu gin infused with spicy yuzu and Sakurao gin infused with Sakura (cherry blossom).

Davie's Amsterdam

The sandwiches at Davies are filled with homemade items such as pastrami, matured hams, or smoked salmon. Each sandwich has a different bread that is made especially for Davie's by the Amsterdam bakery 'Kaandorp'. Every month, a special sandwich is recommended, tailored to the season.

Bussia

A modern Italian restaurant and artisan bakery in the heart of Amsterdam. The bakery provides crusty sourdough bread, fresh barista coffee, and the most delicious Italian pastries. In the evening, the bakery serves as the entrance to the restaurant. Bussia's kitchen has a refined Italian cooking style, where craftsmanship and modernity come together. Only the very best authentic ingredients form the basis of the cuisine. The bread, pastries, and pasta are handmade. Taste the authenticity. Just as Italian cuisine is meant to be. No shortcuts, only precision, patience, and love.

Koffiehuis de Hoek

On the corner of the Runstraat and Prinsengracht you will find this classic Amsterdam coffee house. Since 1954, many different people have known how to find this special place. On the sunny terrace you can enjoy the hustle and bustle on the Amsterdam canals and inside you can enjoy the beautiful interior. Good homemade cakes, pancakes, omelets and other tasty sandwiches and of course: coffee.

Eatery De Reiger

Eetcafé De Reiger in the Jordaan neighborhood is still that neighborhood café where you can easily pop in for a good meal and a nice glass of wine, but behind the scenes, something has changed. Since 2025, De Reiger has been run by the same entrepreneurs you may know from Entrepot, Metro, and De Druif: young hospitality entrepreneurs with a keen eye for atmosphere, simplicity, and quality. They haven't changed much about the café; the wooden floor still creaks like it used to, and the Amstel signs are deliberately hung upside down, but in the kitchen, just that little bit of extra attention has been added. Think simple but well-prepared classics at a reasonable price and always something tasty on tap. A café where the past is cherished, but where the future is served up at the table.

Wil Graanstra Chip Shop

You may cycle past it regularly, because Wil Graanstra's chip shop has been on the square next to the Westerkerk since 1956. The family business serves old-fashioned chips with mayonnaise, 'oorlog' (chips with mayonnaise and chocolate sauce), curry sauce, and piccalilli. Bring some cash for these delicious chips in a cone.

Wandu

Evandro Barbosa de Souza and his best friend Aldo Jesus Silva opened coffee shop Wandu in the center of Amsterdam. The name is a tribute to his grandmother, who called him 'Wandu', which means a coffee bean in African. From half past seven in the morning, Wandu offers local residents delicious Brazilian coffee, cappuccino, espresso Brasileirinho and pão de queijo; a Brazilian cheese bun. The men want to create a cozy place where people take time for themselves and relax. There is also praise for Wandu's charming atmosphere, a refreshing alternative to the Scandi aesthetic in Amsterdam cafes.

Jansz Restaurant

The 17th-century craftsman Volkert Jansz: a man with refined taste, good style and a passion for lively conversations. He strongly believed that decadence and luxury only truly come into their own when you share them, and that is exactly how it feels at Jansz. Modern Dutch cuisine prepared with love. You can also go there for lunch and coffee if you are strolling through the 9 streets.

Café Restaurant Verlan

The former building of the famous Envy is getting a new lease of life with Café Restaurant Verlan. This cozy restaurant serves contemporary French à-la-carte dishes. The dinner menu is available all day, while lunch is served until 3:00 PM. Whether you're looking for coffee, a full lunch, snacks, or dinner, Verlan has it all. You can take a seat at the long marble bar and watch the chefs at work in the open kitchen. The restaurant is open from Wednesday to Monday for dinner, and on Saturday and Sunday for lunch.

The Little Deli

Le Petit Deli offers a variety of delicacies. They have a patisserie with a changing assortment of classic French pastries such as éclairs, choux, and macarons. They also serve luxury sandwiches and salads. The sauces and marinades at Le Petit Deli are made fresh every day.

Men Impossible

Men Impossible is a ramen restaurant where they only serve 100% plant-based dishes. At Men Impossible, they believe in improving the world by focusing solely on plant-based food and bringing people together with the most delicious vegan dishes from Japanese cuisine. The plant-based ramen has a strong flavor, but that certainly doesn't make it any less delicious. Thanks to the use of fresh ingredients and umami flavors, dinner at Men Impossible is a true taste experience.

Akitsu

Akitsu is located on the Rozengracht, next to the fire station. Everything here looks Japanese and modest. The sushi and shashimi is of high quality, including sashimi of hirame that is top fresh and elegantly cut. Brill appears excellently fried and fat-free on the plate. Also on the menu; Dashimaki tamago, a flavorful omelet with a deep, fine dashi flavor. A good selection of Sake is also available.

Rosario Mexican Cuisine

At Rosario, they work with a small, changing menu. They cook dishes from modern Mexican cuisine, which is what they themselves prefer to cook and eat. The tacos are highly recommended, especially the Taco de Suadero (beef with tomato salsa), but you should also try the four-course chef's menu at least once.

Banh Mi Ba My

The chef-owner learned the trade from her grandmother in Ho Chi Minh City and dreamed of owning her own restaurant her entire life. After emigrating to the Netherlands in 1993, she cooked for family and parties for years, until she decided to make that dream a reality in her own business. Together with her daughter, who often acts as an interpreter, she built a place that is now beloved within the Vietnamese community. The menu features classics such as homemade bánh mì, chả giò, bánh xèo, and noodle soups such as phở and bún bò huế, whose broth is sometimes left to simmer overnight. The atmosphere is warm and personal, a small restaurant where cooking by feel and hospitality are a given.

Henk's Studio

Ten years ago, brothers Okke and Xander Albers started Studio Henk, driven by their love of furniture and sustainable design. From a reclaimed wood dining table, it grew into a thriving brand. With a Floor area almost 1,000 m2 spread over three floors, the monumental flagship store in Amsterdam is Studio Henk's largest and most extensive store. The studio strives for circular design furniture, breaks through industry standards, and wants to inspire the entire sector. With big and small steps, they are setting course for a waste-free future for the furniture industry.

Time&style

Time & Style is the furniture brand of Prestige Japan Inc. Their first store outside Japan is located on Marnixstraat. Time & Style designs and manufactures various types of everyday items, such as furniture, lamps, tableware, and towels. All are a contemporary evolution of traditional craftsmanship, emphasizing the lasting beauty and tactile qualities of solid wood.

360 volts

Located on Prinsengracht, you will find 360volt, founded by Hilde de Lange and Emile de Cock. 360volt now has one of the largest collections of vintage original industrial lamps and unusual objects. The lamps at 360volt are unique because all lamps are restored while retaining their authentic look—industrial, with clean lines, simple shapes, and durable materials.

Breadwinner

Breadwinner is an Amsterdam bakery located in the city center. Breadwinner has a secret when it comes to making their sourdough bagels. In addition to the usual ingredients for the dough, they also add toppings such as jalapeño peppers and cheddar cheese. But the real secret lies in adding these ingredients to the dough itself, allowing the flavors to really permeate the bagel. The result is a delicious sourdough bagel that is both savory and spicy. Visit their shop to try the bagel for yourself.

NU Koffie & Delicatessen

In the heart of the Jordaan you will find the new delicatessen store NU. The interior is sleek and a mix between New York and Amsterdam style. They serve coffee made with freshly roasted beans from the Espressofabriek. In addition, they have a selection of pastries and sandwiches made from Ulmus bakery. If you plan to stay a little longer, take a look at the selection of natural wines.

Fromagerie Abraham Kef

At Fromagerie Abraham Kef, you can get the most delicious cheeses. Abraham Kef opened a store in the center of Amsterdam back in 1953. As a true cheese lover with extraordinary stories, Kef proved to be a pioneer in the field of cheese and left a lasting impression.

Baked by Salvo

Baked by Salvo is the perfect location for those looking for authentic Italian pastries, sandwiches, cakes, savory dishes, and specialty coffee. At Salvo, finding beautiful products from local and Italian farmers is key. The menu at Baked by Salvo is seasonal, so there is always something new and surprising to try. Traditional recipes are combined with forgotten desserts and unexpected flavors from Italy, ensuring there is something for everyone.