Best restaurants in Amstelveen

Aan de Poel

★★ Michelin€€€€french

The view of De Poel Lake is simply breathtaking. The large windows and elegant interior design allow you to fully immerse yourself in the charm of this location. Stefan van Sprang's culinary creations are a perfect match for this gorgeous setting. The chef likes to add the finishing touches to his dishes tableside and present the day's lunchtime set menu – which makes for a more personal dining experience. (In the evening, there are à la carte options and a set menu.) This skilled craftsman deftly combines diverse influences and uses his creativity to put his own spin on classic recipes. To ad

Wils

★ MichelinBib Gourmand€€French

This restaurant occupies the third floor of a building by architect Jan Wils, who also designed the Olympic Stadium across the street. No doubt Wils would have been proud of this American-style urban brasserie, which feels both grand and intimate. The cocktail bar is delightfully trendy. The cuisine never fails to impress – especially its use of fire. Chef Joris Bijdendijk and his team love to cook with the charcoal grill and traditional ovens, which they handle with great skill. For instance, they pair fluffy deep-fried bara (a Surinamese-Hindustani snack) and crispy veal sweetbreads with a z

Restaurant Showw

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

It was at the MICHELIN-starred Bougainville that Chef Dorus Floris and sommelier Lendl Mijnhijmer first crossed paths and the seeds of this partnership were sown. The synergy between them is palpable – in the impeccable service, the lounge-like ambiance of this elegant open-plan restaurant, and especially in the way everything complements the food on your plate. Chef Floris effortlessly experiments with seasonings from around the globe and refreshing nuances. His intricate sauces showcase his exceptional technique. He artfully combines perfectly seared langoustines with Jerusalem artichoke, an

Ron Gastrobar

★ Michelin€€€international

Ron Blaauw can safely be called a culinary mastermind. In 2013, the popular chef transformed his two-Michelin-star restaurant into this accessible gastrobar and immediately made it a success. The establishment is urban, colourful and hip. Even a visit to the toilet is an experience here – football commentary can be heard in the men's room, while the ladies are treated to jokes. Chef Blaauw has created different vibes in which you can discover his relaxed gastronomy. There is no room for frills in this gastrobar, but all the more for original combinations and distinctive flavours. Here you can

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Bistro Toost

€€Modern French

Toost is a welcoming and vibrant bistro – the dried leaves hanging from the ceiling lend the setting a distinctively Mediterranean feel. Opting for a seat at the long bar is always a good idea. Diners order à la carte, choosing from a variety of typical dishes in smaller portions. Crab remoulade with crispy toast, crunchy vegetables and a mustard vinaigrette, or hand-cut steak tartare seasoned with capers and served with fresh chips and mayonnaise – these familiar dishes, with the occasional Asian twist, are the secret to the success of this charming bistro. Don't forget to make a reservation!

Amber Garden

€€€chinese

Amber Garden is the most stylish of Chinese restaurants. The arched doorway, koi and Chinese calligraphy all reflect a seamless harmony between feng shui and modern comfort. The chef also strikes a balance between authenticity and the demands of today's discerning diners. The extensive menu brings together specialties from Chengdu Sichuan, Guangdōng Cantonese, Shanghai and Beijing cuisines. The Peking duck ranks among the finest in the Benelux, the sauces are bursting with nuances of umami, the house-made noodles are divine, and then that delicate interplay of sweet and sour… This is Chinese f

SAAM restaurant

€€€South African, Modern Cuisine

South Africa comes to the Netherlands in this cosy establishment, which resembles a glass conservatory from the outside. Here on the Amstelzijde strip, some big names in the hospitality industry, including chefs and sommeliers, have joined forces in an endeavour to marry the two culinary cultures. Ingredients such as granadilla, suurvygie and goat meat are incorporated into modern creations with distinct flavours. Those not familiar with South African ingredients can rest assured that the waitstaff are always on hand to offer guidance.

Ron Gastrobar Indonesia Ouderkerk

€€indonesian

Top chef Ron Blaauw has a nose for a winning concept, as proven by this typical Indonesian restaurant with its bustling terrace by the River Amstel. The flavours are distinctively Asian, but he and his colleague Agus Hermawan also add their own twists for that extra fragrance and depth. The rijsttafel options "Agus" (15 dishes) and "Guillaume" (12 dishes) provide the perfect opportunity to share all kinds of delicious treats, such as satay kambing and udang peteh.

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Toet Amsterdam

€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Modern Cuisine

On a corner plot directly opposite the RAI conference centre, this establishment has a vintage feel with a contemporary edge. The atmosphere is lively and easygoing, with coveted spots right by the open kitchen, from where you can watch the chefs bring a fresh twist to Mediterranean classics. From their signature take on vitello tonnato featuring roast beef and a refined anchovy espuma, to red mullet fillets accompanied by a rich caponata, an intense lobster sauce and fragrant basil oil, exuberance and spicy nuances shine through in every dish. Served à la carte, seven nights a week.

Visaandeschelde

€€€seafood

Visaandeschelde has been a haven for seafood enthusiasts since 1999. The maritime theme of this brasserie is emphasised by details such as anchors and fish drawings on the tiles, scale patterns on the windows and the blue and white colour scheme. In this lively establishment, you can savour briny oysters, sumptuous seafood platters and the freshest fish. The dishes are rather traditional in style – it is the quality of the produce that counts. When you order lobster, expect it to be perfectly cooked and served with a subtly sweet olive oil vinaigrette with parsley and a crisp salad. The luncht

Het Bosch Waterfront Kitchen

€€Modern French

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