Sluishuis, a residential building that embraces the water
Sluice house
On the edge of IJburg, where Amsterdam meets the open waters of the IJmeer, stands a residential building that has become one of the city's most recognizable new architectural landmarks: Sluishuis. The project designed by the Danish firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) and Rotterdam-based Barcode Architects and completed between 2016 and 2022. With 442 residences a distinctive shape that literally allows the water to enter the building, Sluishuis is a contemporary interpretation of the classic Amsterdam building block.
Architecture shaped by location
From the outset, the location played a central role in the design. Whereas traditional Amsterdam building blocks are organized around a closed courtyard garden, Sluishuis responds to the openness of the IJmeer. On the water side, the building is raised, creating a large opening that allows the water to flow into the block. On the IJburg side, the volume steps down in a series of green terraces.
Barcode Architects describes the building as a contemporary interpretation of a typical Amsterdam building block that is specifically adapted to its location on the water. "With iconic architecture, new residential typologies, high-quality outdoor spaces, and breathtaking views over the IJmeer, Sluishuis is a new landmark for IJburg and Amsterdam," says Dirk Peters, founder of Barcode Architects.
A building that changes perspective
This shape causes the building to constantly change character. From the dike, the volume resembles the bow of a ship hanging above the water. From other perspectives, it appears as a vertical landscape of terraces and greenery. Walking or sailing around the building, one experiences a constantly changing composition of volumes, openings, and lines. For Bjarke Ingels, it was precisely this relationship between city and water that formed the starting point for the design. He describes the building as an Amsterdam city figure that literally floats on the water.
"Our Sluishuis is conceived as a city block from Amsterdam's city center floating in the IJmeer, complete with all aspects of urban life," says Ingels. "Towards the city, the building kneels to invite visitors to climb onto the roof and enjoy the panoramic view of the new neighborhoods on the IJ. Towards the water, the building rises up and opens a gigantic gate where boats can enter."
It is a building in a harbor — with a harbor in the building.
“Sluishuis is a new landmark for IJburg and Amsterdam.”
Water at the heart of the building
That movement—kneeling toward the city and rising from the water—is the central gesture of the design. The water flows under the building and reaches the courtyard, transforming the traditional inner garden into an open space where water, architecture, and residents meet.
Living with a view of the IJmeer
The residential program consists of 442 apartments, ranging from compact urban studios to spacious apartments and duplex penthouses. Rental and owner-occupied homes are mixed throughout the building and aimed at different target groups. Due to the specific shape of the building, with its cut-out volumes and sloping facades, many residences benefit residences views over the IJmeer and optimal daylight. There is a lot of variety within the program. The top two floors feature duplex penthouses with views of both the courtyard and the open water. On the stepped side of the building are apartments with spacious wooden terraces overlooking IJburg. Under the large cantilever are residences literally hang above the water. In these apartments, the floor partially follows the sloping facade, creating a large window area that offers a view of the water below the building — with boats sailing right underneath.
Living by the water
The building's plinth also plays an important role in its relationship with the water. It houses facilities such as a restaurant with a terrace, a water sports center, and a sailing school, making the building not only a residential address but also a place where residents and visitors can come together by the water. A landscape of jetties and promenades has been created around the building, reinforcing its connection with the water. Along the edges are mooring places for boats, seating decks, and floating gardens. In total, there are 34 moorings for houseboats around the building. The jetties form a network of routes and places to stay where residents and visitors can get close to the water.
Public space also plays a role on top of the building. A public route runs across the stepped terraces, slowly climbing to the highest point of the building. This route ends at a viewpoint over the IJmeer and functions as a kind of roof garden or elevated street that connects residents and visitors.
Materials and Sustainability
In terms of materials, Sluishuis seeks a balance between contrast and harmony with the surroundings. The façade is made of untreated aluminum that reflects the water and the changing light. The terraces and jetties, on the other hand, are made of wood, which forms a warm and tactile contrast to the metal volume. In addition to architecture, Sustainability played Sustainability important role in the design. The building has an energy performance rating of around zero. Good insulation, triple glazing, and heat recovery limit the heat demand. Heating and cooling are provided by a combination of heat and cold storage in the ground, heat pumps, and connection to district heating for peak moments. A significant portion of the energy consumption is also offset by approximately 2,200 square meters of solar panels, some of which are housed on a floating solar island next to the building.
Collaboration between two agencies
The collaboration between BIG and Barcode Architects brought together two different architectural approaches. BIG is internationally renowned for its conceptual designs that bring together urban space, landscape, and architecture in a single gesture. Barcode Architects, based in Rotterdam, works on complex urban projects that focus on typology and urban context. At Sluishuis, these approaches come together in a building that is both sculptural and urban. It references the closed building block that is so characteristic of Amsterdam, but opens that same block to the water and the landscape.
A new landmark for IJburg
Since its completion, Sluishuis has become a landmark for IJburg. From the air, from the dike, or from the water, the building is immediately recognizable by its cut-out shape and the large opening that allows water to enter the building.
As Bjarke Ingels sums it up: "It's a building in a harbor—with a harbor in the building."
Neighborhood guide
Steigereiland is a quiet and well-organized residential area with a distinctly green and water-rich character. The immediate vicinity offers various amenities: elementary schools, childcare facilities, and sports fields are within walking distance, as are Diemerpark, the music school, and a large playing field with soccer facilities. There is a small shopping center nearby with supermarkets, an organic specialty store, a bookstore, a bakery, and a butcher. The Saturday market provides a lively moment in the week. Around the harbor and on the waterfront, there are several restaurants and cafes, including Vrijburcht with a small theater. The nearby Blijburg beach offers recreational opportunities on summer days. At the end of the street is a community garden run by the Proefeiland Vegetable Garden Association, Immediately the waterfront with a public swimming jetty. It is a popular place for residents to relax or cool off at the end of the day. The island is small-scale, car-free, and has no through traffic. The communal jetties and proximity to the IJmeer lake make it an ideal location for water lovers. A living environment that combines peace, space, and accessibility with the comforts of urban living.
The residents
When I first saw the artist's impression of Sluishuis, I fell in love instantly. The whole look, the location on the water, the terrace houses, and that unique cantilever. It's just a beautiful design. The view from the roof is also breathtaking! It's a truly wonderful place to live, and the peace and quiet you experience here is so surprising, even though you have everything you need within easy reach: the supermarket, shops, restaurants, daycare, and schools. Within five minutes, you can be on the A10 ring road by car, and in fifteen minutes by bike, I'm in the super-cozy Amsterdam-Oost. The communal facilities are also great. There is a caretaker on site. We have handy Bringme boxes for all parcels, a really beautiful gym in the building, and a super cute café. What strikes me most is how helpful and friendly everyone is.
Life here is fantastic in the summer! I can step right off the jetty into the water to swim, and my own boat is moored there too. I can sail Immediately IJ or take a leisurely trip to the center of Amsterdam. My apartment itself is wonderfully light and has such lovely outdoor spaces. I really do have sun here from seven in the morning until late at night. The temperature is always constant thanks to the underfloor heating in winter and the floor cooling in summer. And if I had to name one favorite place, it would be the kitchen. The kitchen island is the most cozy place to get together and enjoy a drink. I will miss the Sluishuis...
1086 XP Amsterdam
Design020
On the western tip of Steigereiland, you will find Design020, a large home furnishings store with all kinds of designer furniture from suppliers such as Kasstoor & Wonen 2000 and other showrooms. It is the perfect place to wander around and get inspiration for interior design. The space is beautiful, with lots of natural light, floating staircases, and an industrial character. In addition to designer furniture, the showrooms also feature building materials such as door handles and cast floors. Design020 is also a meeting point for architects and designers.
1086 XK Amsterdam
Cash register
Kasstoor offers sophisticated Amsterdam living. This business has been a leader in the field of top-quality designer furniture for over 100 years. Kasstoor is an expert in bringing together classic and modern ideas. A team of professionals travels the world to collect the most beautiful items. You can view this beautiful designer furniture in the showroom located on the beautiful Amsterdam IJ. From sofas to chairs to tables, you will find it all here, and all of the highest quality.
1087 DN Amsterdam
Joink
Since 2011, Joink has been buying and selling mainly vintage designer furniture, with an emphasis on designs by Charles and Ray Eames. Almost all items are sourced in the EU and the United States, purchased from private individuals, estates, auctions, and vintage dealers. Since 2016, Joink has been offering a wider range of amazing design classics, from well-known to lesser-known timeless designs.
1019 BB Amsterdam
Frankly Amsterdam
The young Dutch company Frankly Amsterdam – with founder Femke Derks at the helm – designs, produces and sells rugs, bed linen, plaids and scarves. Products in soft natural tones that add warmth, comfort and tranquility to any interior. At Frankly Amsterdam they do things differently, their products have an honest origin where employees work in a good environment with pure, harmless materials and receive a fair wage.
1095 CJ Amsterdam
Found in Sweden
Found in Sweden, located on Javaplein in Amsterdam East, is a vintage store that lives up to its name. Everything in the store has been carefully selected from Sweden, ranging from mid-century sideboards to lamps and tablecloths. The collection is constantly changing, with new finds from Sweden or lovingly restored pieces arriving every week. Although some items are design classics, the shop also offers affordable vintage treasures. The owner, a passionate vintage hunter, shares her love for unique pieces. Found in Sweden is a place where the world of vintage comes to life, with surprises on every visit.
1094 HC Amsterdam
Neighborhood recycling center
De Buurtkringloop is a thrift store and meeting place for residents of the Indische buurt neighborhood. It was opened thanks to crowdfunding and winning the public prize worth €2,500 at 'Boost je Buurt'. Here you can search for unique items, but also work flexibly or hold meetings. There is also a coffee corner and free workshops.
1019 AA Amsterdam
Fortune Flea
Every Saturday and Sunday, Zoë's vintage interior store is open on the Zeeburgerpad in Amsterdam East, positioned in a cool old warehouse on the water. The creative owner of Fortune Flea is only open on weekends for a simple reason: the rest of the time she is on a treasure hunt in France or Belgium. In addition to the store, Fortune Flea makes good use of Instagram as a platform to inspire and sell. If you come across an item on the Instagram page that you absolutely want to have, you can simply respond by sending a private message. This means that the sale always goes through!
1087 BP Amsterdam
The REURING market
The REURING market is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is a small but charming market in IJburg. The cozy atmosphere of IJburg and the high quality of the products are paramount here. It is located next to the IJburg Shopping Center and next to a beautiful playground. You will find various stalls selling Alfons coffee beans from Italy, a jam specialty shop with unique chutneys, BBQ pork belly from a food truck, a Mexican specialist, and much more. Go there and experience it for yourself.
1023 NK Amsterdam
Schellingwoude Farmers' Market
Landmarkt Schellingwoude is a large indoor supermarket selling products mainly from local entrepreneurs and small growers. The Landmarkt is known for its artisanal suppliers from the neighborhood and therefore has a very wide range of high-quality products. You can also pick up freshly prepared meals here or eat in the restaurant next to the supermarket. There, you can eat whatever the chef has prepared, so it's different every day. You can also have a cup of coffee and look out over the beautiful Schellingwouderdijk.
1087 LA Amsterdam
Kaddour Butcher Shop
At Kaddour, they have a wide range of artisanal fresh meat and charcuterie. The range offers pure and honest quality meat, both local and worldwide, including Dutch meat, exclusive Halal Wagyu, refined John Dee beef from Australia and flavorful Maimoa lamb from New Zealand. Butcher Kaddour has been known for excellent quality for over 35 years, with recipes passed down through generations. Discover the healthy, animal-friendly approach and enjoy hand-knotted roasts, gourmet and barbecue packages, artisanal meats and the well-known chicken grill sausage sandwich.
1019 VC Amsterdam
Millie Vanillie
At Millie Vanillie, baking takes place from early morning until late in the evening. The range includes fresh sourdough breads and pastries such as cardamom buns and custard buns.
In addition, delicious coffee is also served at Millie Vanillie. The beans also come from Sprout.
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Thull's deli
Thulls deli is a truly excellent caterer. They make delicious, fresh meals with Mediterranean influences to take away. In addition to meals, you can also pick up delicious, generously filled sandwiches that are freshly made by the friendly staff. Everything is fresh and homemade. The delihasan extensive and carefully selected range of European wines and ciders, sourdough bread from Restaurant As, chocolate, charcuterie, cheeses, olive oil, vinegars, canned fish, and more. However, Thulls has really become famous for making its own pickles and fermented vegetables such as sauerkraut and kimchi. They also brew water kefir and kombucha!
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Biomarkt Zeeburg
For more than 10 years, there has been a weekly organic market on Wednesdays at the Van Eesterenlaan in Zeeburg. Vegetables, fruit, nuts, cheese, olives, raw food, bread, mushrooms, vegetarian roti, pizza, Lebanese mezze, fish and grilled chickens. It is located on the Eastern Islands, so you also have a beautiful view. Tip: some say they sell the best kibbeling in Amsterdam here...
1094 HB Amsterdam
The Fish
The Moroccan fish shop El Pescado was established in 2006 and has since become a household name in Amsterdam. The owners import their products directly from the Rungis fish market in France and display them beautifully in attractive display cases in the shop. If you don't want to fillet the fresh fish yourself, they are happy to do it for you in the shop. In addition to fresh raw fish, they also sell delicious delicacies such as fish pasta, fish paella, and fish croquettes.
1094 HK Amsterdam
Afrah Fes Bakery
Bakery Alfrah Fes is located in the center of Amsterdam at Plein 40-45. At this Moroccan bakery, you can get wonderful fresh products every day, such as bread, pastries, oven-baked meat, and salads. In addition to Oriental pastries such as baklava and Moroccan cookies, they also make cakes to order for birthdays and weddings, for example. Quality and craftsmanship are their guiding principles, and it shows. Fancy something tasty? Then treat yourself to a box of beautiful pastries from Alfrah Fes.
1094 HA Amsterdam
Gallizia Deli
A true Italian delicatessen in the lovely Javastraat. In addition to the shop, there is also the bar where you can enjoy a delicious meal. At the Deli, you can find delicious Italian cheeses, meats, and of course, wine. They also make freshly prepared sandwiches with only fresh, beautiful products from Italy.
1094 HH Amsterdam
Tigris and Euphrates
Known as having the best falafel in Amsterdam, and for good reason. Tigris en Eufraat has been a household name in the Indische Buurt for many years, but has also become well-known throughout Amsterdam in recent years, and many people now make the bike ride to Oost to get the famous falafel. In addition to falafel, they also have other great Syrian delicacies such as döner, za’atar and much more. You can also get frozen falafel to try making it yourself at home. Besides takeaway, it is also a supermarket with mainly dry goods, fresh olives and Mediterranean dips such as moutabel, baba ganoush and hummus.
1094 HG Amsterdam
Ozyildiz
Ozyildiz is also a great local supermarket in the Javastraat in the Indische neighborhood. Besides delicious fruits and vegetables, they also sell homemade tzatzikis, tapenades, hummus, olives and more. Good prices and good quality, at Oz Yildiz you can find just about everything you need.
1094 GX Amsterdam
Yakhlaf
In the bustling, cozy, and versatile Javastraat, you will find several great local supermarkets, and Yakhlaf is one of them. An enormously extensive supermarket with a very good fruit and vegetable department. They also sell fresh meat and Middle Eastern delicacies. A very good (perhaps even better) alternative to all the large supermarket chains.
1026 CA Amsterdam
Tea Lady Durgerdam
Theetante Durgerdam is located in the dike house on the IJsselmeer. Here, the most delicious homemade cakes are served with a warm cup of coffee or tea. You can sit on the picturesque terrace with a view of the authentic houses of Durgerdam, but it is also very cozy inside at the regulars' table. The cakes vary every week, so you can try a new piece of cake every week. The ideal place to recover from a long bike ride.
1087 JJ Amsterdam
Mchi Restaurant
At restaurant Mchi, it's all about tasting, eating, and sharing. This Asian restaurant operates according to a shared-dining concept, allowing you to enjoy all kinds of fresh, high-quality dishes together. They serve delicious Asian dishes here—from dim sum to sushi to fried tofu. The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere, and the staff are very welcoming and helpful.
1026 CB Amsterdam
Restaurant de Mark
Immerse yourself in the welcoming social atmosphere of De Mark restaurant by the lake. Whether by the fireplace in the dining room, in the wine room, or on the terrace by the water. De Mark is a modest but absolute culinary hotspot, created by Michelin-starred chefs. Chef Koen Marees works together with gourmet heroes Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot from the Michelin-starred restaurants 212 and De Juwelier in Amsterdam. Local, fresh, and seasonal ingredients form the basis of the menu. Familiar classics are bold and uncomplicated, and simple ingredients create dishes that just taste good. Combine this with a bottle from the wine cellar to complete your evening.
1095 PK Amsterdam
Bar Baggerbeest
A place to have a drink, a bite to eat, meet new people and connect. Satisfy your hunger with delicious stone oven pizzas. Quench your thirst with one of the (organic) wines, fair-trade coffee or (Amsterdam) beer. Bar Baggerbeest is part of Broedplaats Baggerbeest, the cultural anchor point of the emerging urban district: the Sluisbuurt. Club: On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays after 9:00 PM, there is room for cultural programming.
1087 HV Amsterdam
NAP Amsterdam
NAP Amsterdam is beautifully located on the harbor in IJburg. They have a lovely outdoor terrace on the water and a beautiful interior. The menu offers a wide variety of dishes, from tagliatelle to hamburgers. NAP Amsterdam is the place to be for lunch, dinner, or a refreshing drink. They also offer great packages for celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or promotion. NAP Amsterdam is a wonderful place to settle down during a bike ride along the water or to enjoy a drink in the sun with friends.
1087 KM Amsterdam
Espressofabriek
De Espressofabriek has several locations in Amsterdam; at the Westergas, IJburg and at Zeeburgereiland. At De Espressofabriek you can get the best coffee, cappuccino, and of course espresso. The look is hip and industrial and you can sit inside or outside. What is extra nice about this place is that they also have their own coffee roastery. They also sell their own products in the stores so you can enjoy a cup of fresh coffee at home.
1019 AG Amsterdam
Jōki
The name ‘JōKi’ (which means Steam in Japanese) refers to the ‘Gemaal de Cruquius’, the largest steam engine in the world.
The coffee here is made with beans from Stooker, so that's alright.
1019 AT Amsterdam
Krux brewery
Cruquiuseiland used to be one large shipyard. Now, only one brewery remains. It's a place where beer is brewed and where you can also come and drink. According to some, it's the smallest brewery in Amsterdam. This has two advantages: the small batches make it easy to experiment with recipes, and the beer is always super fresh!
1095 KE Amsterdam
Distillery 't Nieuwe Diep
Distillery 't Nieuwe Diep is located in a beautiful, peaceful spot in Flevopark. When the weather is nice, you can sit on the terrace by the pond and listen to the sounds of ducks and other animals around you. They make around 100 products, including various genevers, liqueurs, and bitters, made from organic ingredients as much as possible. Take, for example, 'het groene juffertje in de plas' (the green lady in the pond) or a lemon jenever. In addition to spirits, they also serve other drinks and various snacks.
Lighthouse Island
Planning something truly special? Then Vuurtoren Eiland is the place for you. A getaway for the true foodie and wine lover. Board the boat at the Lloyd Hotel and let yourself be carried away to a small island on the IJ. A hidden gem where you can be welcomed in the greenhouse in summer and dine in the fort in winter. Expect a complete 5-course dinner with regional products prepared over an open fire. You can now also stay overnight! Five bedrooms have recently bedrooms .
1095 CJ Amsterdam
Wild Boars Restaurant
Restaurant Wilde Zwijnen serves modern Dutch cuisine. They describe their approach as follows: 'For us, modern Dutch cuisine means using ingredients grown in the Netherlands, and the closer to home, the better. We cook with seasonal ingredients, including vegetarian options, and use sustainable products as much as possible.' Wilde Zwijnen serves a set menu consisting of three, four, or five courses. On Mondays and Tuesdays, guests can dine à la carte.
1095 HR Amsterdam
Bar Bachrach
Bar Bachrach is both a bar and a restaurant. Here you will find modern Middle Eastern cuisine, such as halloumi with beetroot or a Jerusalem bagel. Chef Yaniv carefully composes the dishes using various fresh seasonal products. You can enjoy a good glass of wine and small dishes here, or linger over a long dinner from the chef's pre-composed menu. The wooden interior and mix of vintage and modern elements create a wonderfully warm atmosphere inside.
1094 HE Amsterdam
De Jonge Admiraal
At the end of Javastraat, adjacent to Javaplein, you'll find De Jonge Admiraal. They serve delicious coffees, great sandwiches, and wonderful cakes from Majesteit Taart, a cake shop further down Javastraat. De Jonge Admiraal is cozy and laptop-free; everyone there is chatting or playing games, creating a great atmosphere. In the evenings, you can also enjoy tasty local beers, and there are often fun events like pub quizzes, Ajax matches, or live performances.
1019 MB Amsterdam
Paon Bali
Paon Bali Amsterdam (formerly Catering Enak Sekali) specializes in authentic Balinese cuisine. Bali has its own extensive cuisine. Compared to other Indonesian cuisines, it is spicier and less sweet. Pork is also used more often. According to a well-known chef and author of books on Indonesian food, you will find the best satay (grilled on charcoal) in the city here!
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Pure Pavilion
Paviljoen Puur is a spectacular location in the middle of Diemerpark. The pavilion can be rented for weddings and business events, but you can also come here for an informal bite to eat. The building's rounded shapes are inspired by the nearby restored Diemerdam fort. The surrounding greenery creates a wonderfully calm atmosphere around the pavilion. A nice feature is that they have both an indoor and outdoor kitchen, so when the weather is nice, they can also cook outside in the sun.
1019 JK Amsterdam
Esra
Esra is the Amsterdam restaurant of Selin Kiazim, a London-born chef with Turkish-Cypriot roots, known for her renowned restaurant Oklava in London. Together with her partner and co-founder Steph de Goeijen, she serves a menu that celebrates seasonal produce and Mediterranean flavors, with a clear emphasis on her cultural background and fresh, creative interpretations. The dishes are rich in flavor and vary weekly, combining classic Turkish elements with local Dutch products. In addition to the food, Steph's carefully curated wine list is an important part of the experience, with Mediterranean and Turkish wines that pair well with the cuisine.
1094 CC Amsterdam
Studio/K
Studio/K is a cinema, restaurant, and cultural venue on Timorplein in Amsterdam East. Every day, it screens the best national and international feature films. Studio/K also organizes music evenings and dance parties. In Studio/K's café/restaurant, you can enjoy a delicious coffee or one of the tasty dishes on the menu. An extra nice feature of Studio/K is that you can combine film and dinner with a special package. You can even take your meal with you into the cinema. Studio/K was founded by the Kriterion Foundation, which also founded the Kriterion cinema and Skek restaurant. As with the other initiatives of the Kriterion Foundation, Studio/K is run entirely by students.
1094 LN Amsterdam
Eatmosfera
Eatmosfera is the second restaurant opened by Florentine brothers-in-law Samuele and Max. This restaurant focuses primarily on sourdough pizza. Here, the relaxed atmosphere of a neighborhood pizzeria is combined with a unique culinary style. In addition to pizzas, you can also enjoy a snack platter, as well as classic desserts such as homemade tiramisu or panna cotta. Takeaway is also available.
1098 HC Amsterdam
Mas Bakery
Owner Suzanne Corbeek was once a film producer, but her career took an unexpected turn with the arrival of Covid-19. She discovered her passion for baking and quickly became interested in making her own sourdough. Demand grew steadily, and her kitchen at home was soon transformed into a small bakery, with the whole family pitching in. In 2022, Suzanne opened Bakery Mas, in a corner building on Newtonstraat. Here, she not only sells her delicious organic sourdough bread, but also offers a range of sourdough toasts, focaccias, coffee, tea, and other beverages as lunch options.
1098 LD Amsterdam
Badeta
Badeta is slowly but surely making a name for itself in the city, now with two locations. It started in De Pijp and now also has a branch in the Watergraafsmeer. The two founders have the mission to open a location in every district. This coffee roastery sells delicious coffee with its own blends and various homemade delicacies. Sustainable coffee is central, sourced from small-scale farmers with environmentally friendly farms and good working conditions.
1094 HA Amsterdam
Ricardo's Restaurant
Since 1978, Ricardo has enriched Amsterdam's culinary scene with his passion for Surinamese-Creole cuisine. Every day, Ricardo's serves its regular delicacies, including bami and nasi with roasted chicken. The menu surprises with daily variations such as moksi alesi with bitawiri or salmon, cassava and okra soup, and other flavorful creations. Be on time, because Ricardo's fills up quickly and when it's gone, it's gone!
1094 HJ Amsterdam
The French Café
Le French Café is located on the bustling Javastraat in Amsterdam East. It's a place where you can just as easily sit down for a relaxed breakfast as for a delicious dinner. Whether you're in the mood for French classics such as an extensive seafood platter or a tasty cassoulet, or just want to enjoy a pastis or a good glass of natural wine on the terrace or at the regulars' table, you can do it all here.
1094 HW Amsterdam
Couscous bar
At the couscous bar, you can create your own couscous or choose one of chef Nadia Zerouali's favorites. With chicken thighs, lamb, but also some very surprising vegetarian and vegan options. You can also order delicious harira (Moroccan soups) and there is a wide selection of desserts.
1098 CG Amsterdam
Olido
Since 2018, Enrico Cantelmi and Tommaso Morelli have been sharing their passion and love for Italian food. All ingredients are imported directly from Italy. From classic antipasti to authentic wood-fired Italian pizzas. Enjoy a homemade aperitivo on the sun-drenched terrace or end the evening with a typical Italian 'dolci', delicious tiramisu, sgroppino, or cheesecakes.
1098 CE Amsterdam
Bar restaurant 1900
Bar restaurant 1900 is located in the heart of Watergraafsmeer, on the beautiful square by the fountain. From delicious sandwiches and good coffee to tasty evening meals and cold beer on tap, 1900 is a real neighborhood café where everyone always stops by. In the summer, they have a large terrace next to the fountain where children can play happily and cool off.
1093 LC Amsterdam
Botanique Bar
Enjoy a drink in the green oasis of Bar Botanique. A trendy bar where you can enjoy all kinds of drinks, lunch, pizzas, burgers, and a three-course menu. For example, try the 'pulpo' as a starter (aniseed and pea cream, pomme paille, chorizo powder), langoustine bisque as a main course (fried monkfish, prawns, la ratte potatoes, seasonal vegetables) and chocolate bavaroise (honeycomb, biscuit base, dulce de leche sauce with sea salt) for dessert.
1018 PX Amsterdam
Counter
Counter is a family business run by Raymond and Nathalie Hunsel-Spigt, their daughter Tatum, and her partner Jaime Sharp, with roots in a catering company that has been operating since 2004. Their vision was to create a lunch and wine bar where plant-based dishes take center stage, changing daily and prepared with care. During the day, Counter serves fresh sandwiches, quiches, and other plant-based lunch dishes, often with creative combinations and homemade flavors. On weekends, the business transforms into a natural wine bar with accompanying small bites and a warm, social vibe.
1019 AT Amsterdam
Museum Perron Oost
With a Floor area 6 m2, Museum Perron Oost in the Eastern Docklands is perhaps the smallest museum in the world. In 1993, artist and designer Joep van Lieshout transformed the former cattle market platform into a mini park, complete with an empty freight car. It shows the past 150 years of history of this part of the city: there are stories of cattle traders, circus parades, liner services to Indonesia, Suriname, and the United States, Jewish refugees, young delinquents, squatters, and urban nomads. Since 2013, Museum Perron Oost has been telling the stories of old and new local residents in the form of theater, film, dance, music, visual arts, or combinations thereof. The museum on the platform also hosts exhibitions about different periods in the history of the Eastern Docklands.
1019 MJ Amsterdam
Bisou Gallery
Bisou Gallery originated from Rademaker's love for art and interior design. He started in 2016 with an 'Instagram only gallery', but since 2020 there has been a physical location on the KNSM Island in Amsterdam East. Rademaker does not follow the big names for the art he exhibits, but only his own heart and taste. The homely atmosphere makes it a pleasant place to get acquainted with the outspoken works in an accessible way.
1019 LE Amsterdam
Rademakers Gallery
Rademakers Gallery is Pien Rademakers' gallery and offers exhibitions where art, fashion, and design meet. Pien Rademakers is an art historian and designs every exhibition for the gallery. In her exhibitions, she strives for programs that focus on interdisciplinarity, Sustainability female talent. Rademakers Gallery is not only a place to admire the works on display; art lovers can also receive advice on purchasing new works or putting together their own art collection. In short, Rademakers Gallery is an expert in all areas of art. The building is located in the new development area of KNSM Island.
1093 KS Amsterdam
Framer Framed
The project Framed project started in 2009 with the aim of challenging the position of transcultural art in Dutch art institutions. This was done through a traveling program visiting Dutch museums, where critical exhibition analyses were organized. Today, they have a permanent exhibition space, where changing contemporary art exhibitions are shown in combination with an in-depth interdisciplinary public program consisting of artist talks, lectures, film screenings, and performances.