Dirt Cheap Amsterdam

Budget travelers will be delighted with the variety of eating-out options in Amsterdam.

1. Maoz

Hungry backpackers will love this charming vegetarian eatery. These small food-stops are almost always bustling with numerous visitors and is an excellent choice for a quick meal. Here you can get a small sandwich meal or a wholesome salad for just under Euro 5. Of course, there is always the yummy handful of Belgian chips, available for not more than Euro 2!

Where:
Maoz Vegetarian shops are scattered throughout Amsterdam. You are guaranteed to find one at each of these locations. Muntplein 1, Leidsestraat 85, Ferdinand Bolstraat 67, Oudebrugsteeg 30. For exact addresses, check out the Maoz website.

Website: Maoz

2. Febo

FeboFebo is a student traveler’s dream come true. Imagine a vending machine which dispenses a tasty snack (each for under Euro 2). Every snack is placed in a separate compartment – make your choice, drop a coin into the slot and the snack is all yours. What can you get here – a variety of croquets (beef, saté and what not), cheese soufflé as well as chicken wings.

Where:
There are a number of Febo eateries in Amsterdam. Check out the Febo website for the full list.

Website:
Febo

3. Albert Heijn

One of the best choices for a cash-strapped traveler is any of the prepackaged food from Albert Heijn. Albert Heijn is a popular supermarket in Netherlands that also offer a wide variety of ready-to-eat food. Whether it is the AH Express Tuna Sandwich or hard-to-resist Appelflappen (a kind of apple pastry), you can be guaranteed to find great deals for under Euro 5.

Where:
Albert Heijns are located all over Amsterdam so do check website for exact location. When you are out and about, just keep an eye out for the white-on-blue AH sign.

Website: Albert Heijn

4. New York Pizza

Another great choice when you are looking for a fantastic deal. These eateries are small cozy spots that offer you the option of take-away or eating at the spot. A full pizza might be a bit much for a fast lunch meal (usually just under Euro 9) but for those of you feeling just a tad peckish, there are other great options to choose from. Check out the crispy nuggets, chicken wings or the tasty grilled chicken salad (at a nifty price just under Euro 5).

Where:
New York Pizza also has numerous outlets in Amsterdam. Check out their website for a full list.

Website:
New York Pizza

5. Pataat Frites

This is not a reference to a particular eatery. Rather, Pataat Frites is the Dutch phrase for potato chips (or as we know it, french fries). By far this must be the easiest meal to have when you are rushing about and on the move. At any of the stalls scattered throughout Amsterdam, check out the sign and sure enough you will find offer of Pataat Frites. All for under Euro 5!

Where:
Try any one of the food stalls or eateries around Amsterdam.

3 suggestions for great value for money accommodation:
Amstel Botel - Cheap bed & breakfast on a boat. Good feedback.
Tullipp Inn Amsterdam Riverside - Value for money biz hotel.
Holiday Inn Amsterdam - Often got great deals.
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