The Netherlands · DINING EXPERIENCES
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 dining experiences justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Cruise Amsterdam by night with a four-course dinner, unlimited drinks, canal views, gentle commentary, and a choice of meat, fish, or vegetarian menu.
“Tasty food, lovely helpful staff on board. Commentary was interesting and sometimes humourous too in the nicest way. Very nice cruise overall, a lovely way to see the city and enjoy good food at the same time.”
Review of Amsterdam’s A’DAM Lookout with panoramic views, optional swing, VR ride, and a €10 voucher for Madam Sky Bar dining.
“the whole afternoon was amazing from the food to the views 😍”
Review of Amsterdam’s two-hour dinner canal cruise, with four courses, unlimited drinks, sunset views, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“We enjoyed our cruise, the dinner was good, the staff were excellent. I would have liked more information on sights and areas but it was loud so I understand why it’s minimal.”
Review of Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam’s set lunch or dinner, with canal views, rock memorabilia, menu choices, value tips, and booking advice.
“Lovely staff there made our meal so much better. Thank you for a great experience for my sons birthday”
Trade sight for taste at Amsterdam’s 3-course dinner in the dark, served by blind staff in a thoughtful, unusual two-hour dining experience.
“Absolutely fantastic experience. The staff and waiters were friendly and the food delicious. Highly recommend 👌”
Review of Amsterdam’s VEGAS Dinner Show, with seating advice, shared three-course meal details, price analysis, timing, and practical tips.
“De show was prima. Eten daarentegen viel tegen. Michelin ster prijzen en hoeveelheid maar de kwaliteit van de All you can eat om de hoek. Wij kregen net zoveel eten met z’n vijven als de tafel naast ons waar twee personen aan zaten, heel vreemd. 2 kleine stukjes kip en een stukje vis verdelen over 5 personen en een klein schaaltje nasi. We moesten maar om meer vragen als we het op hadden. Op de vraag waarom we niet meteen wat meer konden krijgen was het antwoord dat we dan mischien wel weer teveel zouden krijgen. Rare opmerking gezien de tafel naast ons met 2 personen die in principe elk…”
Cruise Amsterdam’s canals on a private boat with a two-course dinner, drinks, landmark views, and a relaxed two-hour evening.
“AMAZING!!! I would highly recommend ! Food was fantastic as well as the host. The boat was perfect for a couple.”
Review of A’DAM LOOKOUT and Moon restaurant in Amsterdam, with panoramic views, dining details, costs, access, rides, and practical tips.
“The Lookout is a must see! Wow! It’s scary when you stand at the bottom and look up. The elevator had lights above it which start when the elevator starts to go up. It takes 20 seconds to climb 100m. The view is great! I booked us a lunch at the revolving restaurant but wish we’d booked the burger instead. The meals are tiny, think posh food. I had a tiny bit of beef brisket, and we had a small amount of chips and salad to share. My husband had sea bass but again tiny. He loved his meal but I didn’t love the portion sizes.Read more”
Paddle through Waterland at sunset, enjoy a generous picnic dinner, and learn Dutch water history on this intimate Amsterdam canoe tour.
“This was easily one of the better "tour"s I've taken in decades of travel; the quotations intentional, as this was more like visiting a friend than a tour. You leave the hustle & bustle of Central Amsterdam behind, and a 6min metro ride & 8min bus ride later, you're in another world. Majel invites you to her home in a town of ~400 people, for a drink and a brief history/geography lesson, then off in canoes in the wetlands. Quiet, serene, beautiful - nothing but you & the birds. A country style picnic (cheeses, wine, fruit, bread) and some 2hrs+ of canoeing, then back on the bus. This was simply…”
Review of Amsterdam’s 3-course dinner in the dark, with blind waitstaff, practical tips, food expectations, price advice, and honest drawbacks.
“Overall the experience was enjoyable and informative. But the restaurant was chilly and the time between courses was too long”
Share a four-course French bistro dinner with local hosts Martine and Olav in a canal-side Amsterdam home for $23.
“This was a highlight of our recent trip to Amsterdam. Olav and Martine are marvelous hosts. The meal was fantastic, the wines were excellent and the hosts delightful. Couldn't ask for a better evening out in Amsterdam.”
Enjoy a heated Amsterdam canal cruise with a festive aperitif, surprise appetizer, and three-course dinner from a local restaurant.
“A beautiful cruise through the canals with a tasty dinner and cocktails. The crew was friendly and informative and pointed out lots of unique sites along the way. Highly recommend”
Share a four-course Dutch dinner in a canalside Amsterdam home with hosts Martine and Olav, local drinks, stories, and jenever.
“The whole experience was very Amsterdam. We walked down a narrow pedestrian street in De Wellen to their door. The flat was beautifully decorated. The view out the window was of the oldest canal. Olaf and Martine were excellent hosts. The meal was outstanding and very Dutch. It was our best experience of a 16 day tour of Europe.”
Enjoy a three-course Italian dinner with canal views, live cooking, and a warm host in Amsterdam’s Jordaan District.
“Great meal with friends! You can request Italian anything! Luca was a great host, wonderful meal for our last night in Amsterdam. Highly recommend this unusual opportunity.”
Share a three-course Jamaican dinner with Chef Ash in Amsterdam, with lively conversation, cultural stories, and optional cocktails at a secret pop-up venue.
“This was an amazing way to start our trip in Amsterdam. Our host Chef Ash was so friendly and accommodating. I totally forgot we were eating dinner with strangers after the first 10 minutes. I really enjoyed the food which was some of the best Jamaican food I have ever tasted and I am usually a picky eater. I recommend this dinner experience if you are travelling to Amsterdam and want to have a nice meal and try a new experience. Thanks Chef Ash!”
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