Spotlight: Woodworck. In winter by the fireplace and in summer on the Roof terrace.
Warm and authentic townhouse
The private entrance at the front has an attractive hardwood outdoor staircase and provides access to the charming and warm living space. At the front is the former shop area with a large dining table and cozy wood-burning stove.The central space at the front near the entrance forms the heart of the house, where children do their homework, play games, or parents linger by the cozy fireplace or read the newspaper on Saturday mornings.
Family home
The children were born here, learned to ride their bikes on Amstelveld, and walked to elementary school. Now that they are teenagers, they enjoy the central location with cafes, clubs, and all the other fun things Amsterdam has to offer. They now have their own floor with a bathroom and toilet, which greatly improves the atmosphere in the morning.
The best spot is on the sidewalk in the sun. Having breakfast there as the city awakens, eating a sandwich while friends cycle by or having a drink with the neighbors. If you don't feel like being around people, the Roof terrace the green courtyard gardens is also wonderful.
The living room is used as a gallery, for parties and dinners. When it's colder, there's a fire in the wood-burning stove. The atmosphere is serene because of the high ceiling, but also because skateboards and hockey sticks are often literally thrown into the basement. The same goes for the rowing machine and all the stuff you don't want to or can't throw away yet.
The living room is used as a gallery, for parties, and dinners. When it's colder, we light a fire in the wood-burning stove.
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Spotlight: 'Woodworck'. In winter by the fireplace and in summer on the Roof terrace.
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The neighborhood
Located on a romantic canal, between the Amstel and Utrechtsestraat and around the corner from Amstelveld. A highly regarded residential location for many. Thanks to the good schools in the neighborhood and the pleasant and varied shopping options in Utrechtsestraat. From a culinary point of view, the Amstelveld neighborhood also has many high-quality restaurants, with Zoldering and De Juwelier receiving one Michelin star and the Spectrum restaurant (part of the Waldorf) receiving two.
Cultural attractions are within walking distance, such as Carre, De Stopera, Pathé Tuschinsky, and the Concertgebouw, and many museums are also within walking distance, from the Allard Pierson to the Rijksmuseum and the Hermitage. See our tips for the neighborhood below.
1015 VK Amsterdam
Soenda Kelapa Restaurant
This Indonesian family business offers rice tables for one or two people, an à la carte menu, and also provides catering services. They serve food inspired by West Javanese cuisine. 'Soenda' is the name of the province in which this area is located. Located in the middle of Utrechtsestraat, this is a great place to sample authentic Indonesian food.
1017 VJ Amsterdam
Screaming Beans
Screaming Beans is an Amsterdam brand known locally and internationally for its high-quality coffee. The location has a beautiful, open brick bar and a quiet seating area. It's the perfect place to work or just sit back, drink coffee, and relax.
1017 VL Amsterdam
Kuyt Patisserie
Patisserie Kuyt is well known to those with a sweet tooth. Klaas Kuyt has the secret recipe for all kinds of refined tarts, cakes, chocolate, cookies, and éclairs. The icing on the cake is that it has been awarded the title of best apple pie in Amsterdam. It is located on the cozy Utrechtsestraat, next to the local butcher and cheese shop.
1017 DX Amsterdam
Van Leeuwen Café
Café Van Leeuwen is a quintessential Amsterdam café, famous for its old-fashioned, cozy get-togethers. Many different people come here, from local residents to regulars and chance passers-by, who have been finding their way to this café for over 20 years. It offers a good breakfast and lunch menu, tasty snacks, simple but good café dinners, delicious wines, and an extensive beer selection.
1017 VJ Amsterdam
Bistro by the Sea (*)
Following the successful openings of 212 and restaurant De Juwelier, chef duo Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot are once again opening a successful restaurant. Bistro de la Mer is located just a few doors down on Utrechtsestraat. It is a French-oriented fish bistro with classic flavors. The concept and prices are comparable to restaurant De Juwelier, but with an à la carte menu. This establishment by the successful duo has also had a Michelin star since April 2023.
1017 VJ Amsterdam
The Jeweler (*)
Restaurant De Juwelier is the new à la carte restaurant from the chefs of the two Michelin-starred Restaurant 212. Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot opened De Juwelier together on Utrechtsestraat. The menu features classics from French and Dutch cuisine. Refreshingly, this chic bistro has no concept, but simply revolves around delicious, hearty food and enjoyment. In short: a gem.
1017 WD Amsterdam
Pistachio Shop Pistoia
Pistoia is a place to taste authentic imported Italian wines while enjoying traditional Tuscan cuisine. The wine list is full of flavorful imported wines, the ingredients are imported from Italy, and the recipes come from a long family tradition led by "nonna."
1017 VT Amsterdam
Ku Kitchen & Bar
Here they serve classic Japanese dishes, as well as some less traditional fare. Open since 2014, it's no coincidence that this place is called Kitchen EN bar. In addition to Japanese cuisine, they also offer an excellent selection of Japanese beers, sakes, whiskeys, and exciting and unique cocktails. This little piece of Japan in Amsterdam is definitely worth a visit!
1017 VN Amsterdam
Cue Amsterdam (*)
Restaurant CUE Amsterdam offers a unique experience where gastronomy (restaurant) and music (listening bar) blend perfectly. CUE's culinary approach is refined and innovative, revealing subtle Northern European and Japanese influences. This is thanks to chef George Kataras and sommelier Mohamed Aous, who previously worked together at the Michelin-starred restaurant Vanderveen and were also awarded a star here in 2025.
1017 XL Amsterdam
Oocker
Oocker is a new restobar (restaurant-bar) in Amsterdam. It was set up by Meyer Viol, Niels van der Werf (formerly at The Lobby, Gebr. Hartering, and Shiraz), and Stefano Orofino (formerly at Domenica). At Oocker, the food is just as important as the wine. The wine bar is located at the front, and the restaurant area, with its open kitchen, is at the back. Chef Stefano mainly cooks with vegetables. It is open from Thursday to Tuesday from 3 p.m. They do not take reservations, so feel free to drop in.
1017 VM Amsterdam
Ceiling (*)
In an accessible setting (in the spirit of an Amsterdam café), the cuisine here is (now truly) Michelin-star quality. The kitchen serves casual dishes to share, and the now famous wine selection is divided into a menu of "affordable" wines and an extensive menu of 800 different bottles. Zoldering is very popular, so book well in advance. You can also try walking in on the day itself for a glass of wine at the bar. The owners have now opened a wine shop (Lof, de wijnwinkel) and a second restaurant, Boon en de Koot.
1017 VT Amsterdam
Oosterling Liquor Store and Café
Café Oosterling is one of only two cafés in Amsterdam with a liquor license. Oosterling produces jenever according to its own recipe. The café has been in the family for 140 years.
1017 CG Amsterdam
Peacock Alley
Between high tea and cocktails, Peacock Alley is the place to go for a perfectly prepared burger. Juicy and well seasoned, topped with Gouda cheese, pickles, tomato, and onion rings. Peacock Alley is located in the chic Waldorf Astoria hotel in Amsterdam and is open every day from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
1017 AH Amsterdam
Restaurant 212 (**)
After a fire in March 2022, Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot reopened their restaurant in November 22. Beautifully located on the Amstel River, the restaurant Location 16 people. The tasting menu and à la carte dishes are of a high standard.
1017 VN Amsterdam
char.d
At char.d restaurant, chefs Dean Baker and Slava Nazaryan are at the helm. The restaurant's name refers to the cooking technique known as charring: slow grilling over charcoal or wood and cooking at high temperatures to develop rich barbecue flavors. At char.d, these modern barbecue techniques, combined with high-quality ingredients, form the common thread. At char.d, guests can enjoy dishes ranging from yellowtail in olive oil to corn-fed chicken with miso and beurre noissette and classics such as the New York strip. The two chefs complement each other perfectly: Dean specializes in meat, while Slava focuses on fish. Together with maître d' Job Guikema, the chefs have created a restaurant that takes a different approach to barbecue: refined and international. The beating heart of the restaurant is the Slovenian Kopa charcoal grill in the open kitchen, affectionately nicknamed "Bobby" by the British Baker.
1017 VV Amsterdam
Bouchon du centre
On the corner of the Reguliersgracht you will find 40m2 of cozy France, including a traditional bistro atmosphere and red and white checkered tablecloths. The bistro is run by Hanneke Schouten and is open from Wednesday to Saturday. The concept originated from the 'bouchon Lyonnais' where a high-quality meal is prepared with affordable ingredients.
1011 PW Amsterdam
Alpha Deli
Alpha Deli is run by Marius, a Greek entrepreneur who brings a little piece of Athens to Amsterdam with his business. He works on the floor himself, greets his guests personally, and serves traditional Greek coffee and snacks such as spanakopita and savory filo pastries. Most of the ingredients come from Greece, so the flavors remain close to home. During the day, it's a great place for coffee and something sweet, and later in the day, you can just as easily drop in for salads and hot snacks.
1017 DA Amsterdam
Screaming Beans
Screaming Beans is an Amsterdam brand known locally and internationally for its high-quality coffee. The spacious location on Amstelstraat is the ideal place to meet friends and colleagues while enjoying a delicious cup of coffee, a slice of delicious cake, or a warming cup of tea. It is popular among office workers and local residents, especially in the morning on their way to work.
1017 BL Amsterdam
Tomo sushi
Tomo Sushi is located in the heart of Amsterdam. It is a modern Japanese sushi and grill restaurant. Tomo Sushi offers traditional (à la carte) dishes prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients. You can take a seat at the sushi bar, where you can watch the chefs prepare excellent sushi and sashimi.
1017 BH Amsterdam
Van Dobben Dining Room
Eetsalon Van Dobben is a household name in the world of croquettes. Located in the heart of the city, you can always drop in for a croquette sandwich and a glass of milk. On June 28, 1945, Aat van Dobben opened his first sandwich shop in the heart of Amsterdam, and since then, the place has been a gathering spot for artists, soccer players, and many other Amsterdammers. If you don't like croquettes, fortunately, there is a long list of other traditional Dutch sandwiches and dishes you can order, from pea soup to a sandwich with chocolate sprinkles.
1017 CT Amsterdam
Los Café
Until the 1980s, Café Los was a police station. Where the cell block used to be, there are now the café's restrooms. The person who converted the building spent all his money on it and was therefore 'broke' after the renovation. Hence the name. Today, it is a cozy brown café and stays open late into the night.
1011 MS Amsterdam
The Snack Corner
De Hapjeshoek is a vibrant Surinamese eatery. Located in the historic Waterlooplein metro station, it has been welcoming guests since 1995. Founded by three brothers, it has grown into a lively venue offering delicious food and friendly service. Enjoy a varied menu with fresh Surinamese sandwiches, snacks, and meals for lunch and dinner. All composed to offer quality at affordable prices.
1017 CP Amsterdam
Pho King
In an alley near Rembrandtplein, there is a small Vietnamese restaurant. The original flavor of pho varies throughout the country, with it often being spicier in central Vietnam and saltier in the north. There are only a few seats inside, but outside you can sit on wooden stools. The soup is filled with tender strips of beef, meatballs, and a generous helping of cilantro, bean sprouts, and finely chopped red onion, spring onion, and lime.
1017 HJ Amsterdam
Tokyo Ramen Takeichi
This Japanese ramen chain now has several branches all over the world. There are now three branches in Amsterdam. Tokyo Ramen Takeichi is known for its healthy ramen with chicken and vegetable broth. Because they remain true to their Japanese roots, it is an authentic restaurant. In addition to their specialty, the side dishes are also delicious. The 'karaage' will not disappoint you.
1017 TR Amsterdam
Sukhothai Thanee
Perhaps the name of this restaurant sounds familiar to you. Because the owners of this restaurant used to own the successful street food stall in Amsterdam, namely Sukothai Streetfood Expres. Nowadays, they are fully engaged in running a chic restaurant. They cook from the Thai tradition with honest ingredients. What you should definitely not miss are the curries made from freshly made curry pastes.
1017 XR Amsterdam
An
Located at Weteringschans 76 in Amsterdam, Japanese Restaurant An has been renowned for authentic, homemade Japanese dishes since 1989. The restaurant specializes in traditional Japanese meals as they are prepared at home, using pure, fresh and healthy ingredients. At An, craftsmanship is central: almost all dishes are made by hand. Guests can enjoy various Japanese classics, such as sushi, tempura and teishoku set menus. Special attention is also paid to vegetable dishes, making the restaurant accessible to vegetarian and vegan guests.
1017 AA Amsterdam
Incanto
Beautifully presented dishes, refined flavors, and a central location on the Amstel. Except on Sundays, Encanto is open every evening for stylish Italian dining. The seasonal cuisine changes four times a year. Think octopus with grilled tomato, bell pepper, and grapefruit cream, and fettuccine with wild boar ragout. From primi to dulci, an absolute quality menu.
1012 AC Amsterdam
Marie Amsterdam
Brasserie Marie is affiliated with the luxurious Hotel De L'Europe and enjoys a beautiful location on the waterfront. The restaurant brings the flavors of the Côte d'Azur to the center of Amsterdam. Discover French cuisine with a delicious menu full of the finest dishes. Chef Jop has mastered the art of combining modernity with classic French cuisine. Enjoy the selection of wines, spirits, and cocktails that perfectly complement your meal and are served with the highest level of hospitality.
1074 AV Amsterdam
Saravana Bhavan
If you want to eat really good Indian food and experience the atmosphere of a real Indian restaurant, you should go to Saravana Bhavan, located on the corner of the busy Stadhouderskade and Van Wou Street. It is part of the largest vegetarian Indian chain in the world. They serve countless delicious (mostly vegetarian) curries and other specialties from India. It is often packed with a mixed crowd. Indian families, couples, tourists, locals, Saravana Bhavaan is a place where you can eat well.
1017 VR Amsterdam
Furniture
Mobilia is a beautiful interior design store on Utrechtsestraat. Rini Scherpenisse is the owner of the store and has been running it with passion since 2001. Fortunately, he is not alone and is supported by a team of young and passionate interior designers. The design studio is very accessible and welcoming thanks to the friendly team; you don't have to be a real design expert to step inside. The store's Instagram serves as the perfect tool for finding inspiration, and then a phone call or email is all it takes to make an appointment.
1017 VM Amsterdam
Moooi
Founded by Marcel Wanders & Carsper Vissers in 2001, Moooi has been bringing fantastic products to market for more than 20 years. It's no surprise that over the past two decades, their stores have spread across the globe. The brand is primarily known for innovative designs that go beyond the everyday. Whether it's lamps, furniture, or accessories, Moooi promises to always continue to amaze its customers with beauty and creativity. To deliver products in this way, Moooi collaborates with designers ranging from up-and-coming talents to those who are already internationally renowned.
1017 LV Amsterdam
Archive store
On Frederiksplein, on the edge of the Pijp, you will find the Archive store since 2015 - recognizable by the beautifully decorated theme windows. The interior store is intended for a large audience: you can go here for baby and children's items to adult gadgets and furniture. It is therefore a store to stroll around in if you are looking for things for yourself and a little one. With a gigantic arsenal of brands, the choice is truly huge, offering something for every generation. In addition to selling existing brands, the Archive store is also involved with their house brand - société.
1017 HG Amsterdam
Enter the loft
Enter the Loft is a boutique interior store and interior design consultancy with a passion: seeing how spaces exert their magic on people. Visit their showroom on Vijzelstraat (by appointment only) and feel how they bring spaces to life by furnishing them with their favorite interior finds that are made with love and attention and that consist of natural materials – wood, leather, glass, steel, wool and ceramics.
1074 BC Amsterdam
Nicemakers
Interior designers Joyce and Dax Roll are partners in life and in design, together they are known as 'Nicemakers'. Personal, lively, functional, rich, inspiring, elegant, thorough and decorative; the 'Nice' in 'Nicemakers' is as light and natural as it is impressive and all-encompassing. The interior for the salad bar SLA was the first Project that put them on the map, after which many impressive Projects followed, including an amazing penthouse in Maastricht, which gave them a role in the Netflix program 'Amazing Interiors'.
1011 JJ Amsterdam
Dry
Droog is a design label based in Amsterdam and is known for its conceptual and contextual approach to design. The name Droog refers to the dry humor of the designs in their collection. A reference to Dutch pragmatism. In addition to a gallery, there is also a shop, a restaurant, and various spaces that can be rented. All spaces have their own unique character and are decorated with art and design pieces from the Droog collection.
1017 WZ Amsterdam
Casa Gitane
The beautiful studio of Casa Gitane, shrouded in earthy colors, is located on the Lijnbaansgracht. Gitane means gypsy and Casa Gitane houses furniture and objects inspired by distant lands, world travels and a nomadic lifestyle. Their collection consists of three important ingredients; unique vintage pieces, a selection of existing brands and our own designs. Currently mainly webshop and Project design.
1017 VS Amsterdam
De Leeuw Butcher Shop
A household name in Amsterdam and the surrounding area. The quality is very high in this butcher's, caterer, and delicatessen. It has been located in the cozy Utrechtsestraat since 1966. They hang the meat here in the traditional way, which makes it more tender and flavorful. They have an open kitchen where you can see how the professional chefs work. They also have a selection of wines.
1017 VS Amsterdam
Amstelveld Plant Market
Visiting Amstelveld on Mondays is a great idea; you'll immediately feel cheerful when you see all the colors around you. There are 30 stalls full of flowers and plants to brighten up your garden or balcony. They also have a wide variety of herbs and bulbs to start your own vegetable garden. You'll definitely not come home empty-handed.
1018 EX Amsterdam
Bakhuys
Bakhuys is definitely one of Amsterdam's top ten bakeries, with bread baked in an authentic wood-fired oven. The family business has been maintaining a tradition spanning five generations since 1926. Bakhuys is known for the most delicious organic December bread, all kinds of French specialties, and, last but not least, the dezem pizza. Each item is prepared with care. You can also enjoy delicious cakes (from Jongejans bakery), homemade pizza, and fantastic sandwiches, such as those with imported Italian salami and fennel mayonnaise.
1017 HM Amsterdam
Patisserie Holtkamp
Patisserie Holtkamp is a household name among Amsterdam residents. Once known for its always fresh tompouce pastry, Holtkamp is now the place to get the most delicious (lemon) cakes and shrimp croquettes. The recipes have been working very well for years, because there is always a line around the holidays. The small shop on the Vijzelgracht is functional, but above all beautifully authentic. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. Definitely worth a visit.
1011 JL Amsterdam
Strong Piece
Sterk Staaltje has been a household name in Amsterdam's city center for over twenty years. This unique food shop offers a wide variety of food with an emphasis on freshness. Every meal, sandwich, salad, or soup is slightly different. Visitors come from all walks of life, from local residents and office workers to students and tourists who come here to eat a sandwich. In short, this is the place to go for a strong sample of food.
1011 NZ Amsterdam
Waterloo Square Market
Behind the Stopera, you will find what many consider to be the best flea market in Amsterdam. Among other things, they have beautiful records, photos, and stacks of gorgeous vintage clothing. Many hip Amsterdammers score their Levi's 501 jeans here. You can also buy beautiful accessories, jewelry, and parts for your bike. Open every weekday and Saturday.
1017 VP Amsterdam
Enari Gallery
Enari gallery is located in the heart of Amsterdam. It was founded by Paul van Gemen and Christina Voulgari in mid-November 2022. The gallery focuses on curating striking exhibitions with a strong international orientation, presenting both emerging and established artists. Their mission is to further promote the cultural careers of the artists they represent through prominent exhibitions. In doing so, the gallery provides a platform for artistic talent to connect with leading figures in the art world.
1017 CE Amsterdam
Willet-Holthuysen House
The impressive Willet-Holthuysen House is located in the heart of Amsterdam. This double mansion on Herengracht houses numerous period rooms. The name of the house is derived from the couple who lived here at the end of the 19th century: Abraham Willet and Louisa Holthuysen. They collected a wealth of art and objects and had the interior designed according to their personal taste. Even at the time, this beautiful house was considered a tribute to a romantic past. The interior served as a means for the couple to share their taste and prosperity with others. The magnificent salons are decorated in the style of Louis XVI, and the garden is symmetrically laid out as a formal French garden. In these romantic period rooms, the Amsterdam Museum organizes exhibitions featuring work by contemporary artists and collectors.
1018 EJ Amsterdam
H'ART Museum
The former Hermitage Museum will collaborate closely with the British Museum, Centre Pompidou, and Smithsonian American Art Museum. H'ART Museum opens windows to the world and demonstrates the connecting power of art. This partnership with these leading international museums will bring world-famous art collections to Amsterdam. The Centre Pompidou has one of the most important collections of modern and contemporary art in Europe. As one of the oldest museums in the world, the British Museum has a collection that spans continents and oceans. The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) is renowned as one of the most famous museums of the Smithsonian Institution.
1018 EJ Amsterdam
Amsterdam Museum
The Amsterdam Museum has been located in the former Burgerweeshuis (civil orphanage) in Amsterdam since 1975. The museum opened in the Waag in 1926 and has served as the city's treasure trove ever since. The historical collection tells the impressive story of the city, spanning from the early Middle Ages to the present day, through thousands of works of art and objects. In addition to the permanent collection that showcases the historical story of Amsterdam, the temporary exhibitions tell the stories of contemporary Amsterdam.
1017 ET Amsterdam
Museum van Loon
Museum van Loon is located in a former house from 1672 on the Amsterdam canals. In addition to a permanent exhibition with (historical) portraits, furniture, silverware and porcelain, temporary exhibitions are also organized here in which part of the museum's collection, the house, or the history of the Van Loon family is central. Behind the house is the unique garden that was laid out in the style of the 17th century. In short, a museum where you can go for heritage, art history and contemporary art.
1017 DS Amsterdam
Foam
Foam is a photography museum that usually presents several exhibitions at the same time. The exhibitions vary from historical photos to art photos and from documentary photography to fashion photos. Every year, work by famous photographers is shown; think of Helmut Newton and William Klein. Foam encourages young talent and they also have the opportunity to temporarily exhibit their work. The halls have a sleek and modern design and the photos are illuminated with spotlights, so that they are clearly visible. You can visit Foam every few months because of their constantly changing exhibitions.
1017 CN Amsterdam
Tuschinski Theater
The Royal Theater Tuschinski was built in various architectural styles, including Amsterdam School style, Jugendstil, and art deco. It was designed by Hijman Louis de Jong and opened in 1921. The exterior of the building immediately catches the eye with its many decorations and sculptures, and when you enter the foyer, you are instantly transported to another era. Beautiful decorations, carpeted floors, and murals take you back to the 1920s. In the main auditorium, you can admire all the details, the ornaments, and the ceiling that the architect incorporated into the design. In addition to the main auditorium, there are also several smaller auditoriums where cabaret performances used to be held, which are now also used as movie theaters. Many premieres are held at Tuschinski, and the cinema is owned by the Pathé cinema chain.
1017 WZ Amsterdam
M.Simons
M.simons was founded in 2021. It is a gallery located in the historical center of Amsterdam. Although the gallery is primarily focused on painting and graphic art, it also offers space for various other artistic media, including photography and sculpture.
Meet the entrepreneur, in this series designers Xander Vervoort and Leon van Boxtel of x + l design. In their online store, they present handmade products that they have made themselves. Most are one of a kind. Loose objects and limited series that go together with handmade finds from their travels. Xander and Leo love the irregularity in the products: the human touch gives it an extra dimension.
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