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“Perfect, Quaint and Friendly”

Cafe Restaurant Van Kerkwijk
Ranked #151 of 6,134 Restaurants in Amsterdam
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: AU$22 - AU$52
Cuisines: European, Dutch
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Good for: Local cuisine, Romantic
Dining options: After-hours, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Reservations
Neighbourhood: Centrum
Description: Van Kerkwijk, situated at the Nes 41 just behind Dam square, is a classic Amsterdam cafe and restaurant where you can eat and drink from early in the morning till late in the evening. Van Kerkwijk sisters have chosen a personal approach. That's why a menu doesn't exist and your options are presented at the table by your waiter. Van Kerkwijk stands for quality food and drinks in an urban atmosphere. Characteristic, easy going, value for money. You feel at home between the regular customers who keep returning for the varied menu and the relax atmosphere.
Reviewed 8 July 2017 via mobile

When we came to Amsterdam we hadn't really looked up anywhere to eat. We just came across this gorgeous little restaurant, perhaps a little underdressed but that didn't seem to matter. The staff were beyond friendly and the lack of menus refreshingly different. It is a dream of mine to come back here. Everything was perfect. Thank you

Date of visit: August 2016
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Reviewed 8 July 2017

What a find, everything was terrific; chicken, meatloaf, steak sandwich salad, beer. Classic Dutch fare and service was spot on. What a value but no menu which actually added to the charm. Server and chef spent time with us. Please, please go here.

Date of visit: May 2017
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Reviewed 5 July 2017

We were met with a smile and the very knowledgeable waitress explained the dishes that were on offer (there is no written menu). We both ordered different dishes and were really happy with the food - and the side order of home-made chips which were delicious but totally unnecessary as the portions are of a good size.

Date of visit: June 2017
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Reviewed 2 July 2017 via mobile

Came here on a Saturday evening; they get very busy and do not take reservations, so be prepared to wait. We waited for just over an hour. Good meal but didn't quite meet the hype of a place that popular. They were out of the chicken dish, which was very disappointing, as I gather this is a signature dish of theirs. The food was good, particularly my wife's salmon dish. My beef dish was solid but not spectacular. One minor gripe: the bacon wrapped dates appetizer came with two tiny dates. It was delicious, but I wanted more! Service was good. Overall a nice experience.

Date of visit: July 2017
Thank Ben B
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Reviewed 2 July 2017 via mobile

Came in and was instant treated with a friendly welcome and offered lunch, no menus the waitress simply explained it all to us and the food and drinks were great.

Fantastic place with a taste of real Dutch food and a welcoming atmosphere, don't miss a stop here during your Amsterdam trip

Date of visit: July 2017
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