€€ Cheap eats

If you are looking for a comfortable place to relax, unwind and grab a hearty meals (minus the fancy frills of a la-la restaurant), then check out these fantastic eateries.

1. The Pancake Bakery

How is this for a great combo – eating pancakes, a Dutch favorite, in a laid-back restaurant at the end of a grueling day? That sums up the Pancake Bakery – a pleasant spot where you can relax and unwind as you try a wide variety of sweet and savory pancakes. All at attractive prices; large pancakes are charged around Euro 10 while children’s pancakes can be just under Euro 6.

Where:
The Pancake Bakery is located at Prinsengracht 191, 1015 DS. You can reach it by taking a stroll along the Canal Belt (look for it near the Anne Frank House).
Tel: + 31 (0)20 625 1333

Website:
Pancake Bakery
2. Restaurant Kantjil & de Tijger

Restaurant Kantjil & de Tijger (The deer and the Tiger) is a popular Indonesian restaurant that boasts an alluring blend between modern-chic and idyllic bliss. Be it a hearty lunch or a sumptuous dinner meal, there is plenty to please the hungry traveler. Take your pick between rice and noodles dishes, all offering meat and vegetarian options. Prices are reasonable where lunch meal can be a breezy Euro 10 while dinner can be anywhere between Euro 15 – 25.

Where:
Spuistraat 291-293, 1012 VS (located in Old City Center).
Tel: + 31(0)20 620 09 94

Website: Kantjil
3. Sie Joe

Another charming little spot for a wholesome meal. A quiet little Asian restaurant, this place offers tasty dishes set in a warm, homely environment. There’s plenty to choose from – Nasi Goreng, Bami Tek Tek (vegetarian noodles), Bihun Soep and many more, all of which are priced just under Euro 12.

Where:
Sie Joe’s address is Gravenstraat 24-A. It is located between Central Station and the Dam (south of Beurs van Berlage).
Tel: + 31 (0)20 624 1830

Website:
Sie Joe
4. De Bakkerswinkel

De Bakkerswinkel is the movie-style image of Europe – a dainty little cafe offering an assortment of delicious baked goods. A variety of sandwiches, cakes or tea platters; it’s all here. Prices range from Euro 10 – 25.

Website:
There are quite a few Bakkerswinkel cafes around Amsterdam. You can get a full list from their website. Here is the address for the one in Amsterdam Centrum.
De Bakkerswinkel, Warmoesstraat 69, 1012 HX Amsterdam.
Tel: + 31(0)20 489 8000

Website:
De Bakkerswinkel

5. Humphrey’s Restaurant

This is a lovely restaurant with a nostalgic charm and tranquil ambiance, a welcome at the end of a busy day. They have a fixed menu where you can easily get a hearty 3 course meal for Euro 20 consisting of tasty Dutch cuisine, vegetarian dishes and/or at least one seafood meal.

Where:
Humphrey’s Restaurant is located at Nieuwezijdskolk 23, 1012 PV, just five minutes walk from the Central Station.
Tel: +31(0)20 422 1234

Website:
Humphrey’s