Guidebook for Amsterdam
Food Scene
Tasty, authentic everyday Lebanese food. Welcoming staff, peaceful decor, Unpretentious excellence.
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The Lebanese Sajeria
1 Wijde HeisteegTasty, authentic everyday Lebanese food. Welcoming staff, peaceful decor, Unpretentious excellence.
Being just off the 'bursting at the seams' Leidsestraat, this wholesome gem of a cafe offers some peace and lightness. With a health oriented menu, it's a great spot for a breather in between inner city shopping.
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Lavinia Good Food
176 KerkstraatBeing just off the 'bursting at the seams' Leidsestraat, this wholesome gem of a cafe offers some peace and lightness. With a health oriented menu, it's a great spot for a breather in between inner city shopping.
Only for the serious carnivores; big steaks, burgers and hands-down the best spare ribs in the city. The supersized cocktails served in a glass human skull add to the overindulgence.
81 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Cannibale Royale Handboogstraat
17a HandboogstraatOnly for the serious carnivores; big steaks, burgers and hands-down the best spare ribs in the city. The supersized cocktails served in a glass human skull add to the overindulgence.
This tiny hole-in-the-wall establishment sells what many consider to be the best french fries in the city. The assortment of sauces is impressive, the Belgian mayonaise is my personal favourite!
53 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Vlaams Friteshuis Vleminckx
33 VoetboogstraatThis tiny hole-in-the-wall establishment sells what many consider to be the best french fries in the city. The assortment of sauces is impressive, the Belgian mayonaise is my personal favourite!
It's a good sign when an Italian deli based in Holland is always full of Italians. Great spot for a quick bite if you're in the Dam Square area. I always go for the Mondello sandwich on Focaccia.
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Caldi e freddi
102 SpuistraatIt's a good sign when an Italian deli based in Holland is always full of Italians. Great spot for a quick bite if you're in the Dam Square area. I always go for the Mondello sandwich on Focaccia.
This place is tucked away behind the Dam Square. It serves a tasty lunch menu but the real highlight are their cakes!
14 現地メンバーのおすすめ
De Drie Graefjes American Bakery - Vestiging Dam
1 EggertstraatThis place is tucked away behind the Dam Square. It serves a tasty lunch menu but the real highlight are their cakes!
This is a perfect spot for a quick breakfast or lunch. They do fried eggs, bacon etc. All for a good price.
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Broodje Bert
321 SingelThis is a perfect spot for a quick breakfast or lunch. They do fried eggs, bacon etc. All for a good price.
Greenwoods is a small English style cafe who serve great breakfast and lunch dishes. They are a small establishment and they're very popular so be prepared to wait outside for a table.
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Greenwoods Singel
103 SingelGreenwoods is a small English style cafe who serve great breakfast and lunch dishes. They are a small establishment and they're very popular so be prepared to wait outside for a table.
A charming place to stop and have a coffee. They are also renowned for their Dutch apple pie.
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Winkel 43
43 NoordermarktA charming place to stop and have a coffee. They are also renowned for their Dutch apple pie.
Nothing fancy but just a good place to have a burger and fries. It's right next to a Burger King but this is the place to go instead!
47 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Bar De Burgh
2 KolksteegNothing fancy but just a good place to have a burger and fries. It's right next to a Burger King but this is the place to go instead!
This Middle Eastern restaurant is housed in a stunning converted church. The menu is exotic but affordable. You can usually get a table without booking.
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De Bazar Amsterdam B.V.
182 Albert CuypstraatThis Middle Eastern restaurant is housed in a stunning converted church. The menu is exotic but affordable. You can usually get a table without booking.
Our favourite breakfast spot in Amsterdam. Unusually high levels of service for Amsterdam and delicious food. Not the cheapest but totally worth it, ticks every box!
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Bakers & Roasters
54 Eerste Jacob van CampenstraatOur favourite breakfast spot in Amsterdam. Unusually high levels of service for Amsterdam and delicious food. Not the cheapest but totally worth it, ticks every box!
Hands down the best lunch spot in the neighbourhood. Everything this tiny Parisian style cafe serves is super flavourful and indulgent. One of my favourites is the sandwich with chicken, cheese and onion compote. They stay open until late so also a good option for a simple dinner. Tasty!
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De Laatste Kruimel
4 LangebrugsteegHands down the best lunch spot in the neighbourhood. Everything this tiny Parisian style cafe serves is super flavourful and indulgent. One of my favourites is the sandwich with chicken, cheese and onion compote. They stay open until late so also a good option for a simple dinner. Tasty!
Nice falafels with a healthy salad bar. The place is tiny and always full of tourists but you can also take a to-go box. If you do that, buy some pita breads at the supermarket and you have a really affordable and tasty meal to have at home!
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Maoz Vegetarian
1 MuntpleinNice falafels with a healthy salad bar. The place is tiny and always full of tourists but you can also take a to-go box. If you do that, buy some pita breads at the supermarket and you have a really affordable and tasty meal to have at home!
This place is tucked away in a narrow alley but it's really worth tracking down. They serve a variety of sweet and savoury goods, from delicious salmon quiche to gooey chocolate cake.
Traiterie Chef
5 RaamsteegThis place is tucked away in a narrow alley but it's really worth tracking down. They serve a variety of sweet and savoury goods, from delicious salmon quiche to gooey chocolate cake.
Cozy little spot for breakfast or lunch right around the corner from the apartment. Their large toasted sandwiches are a highlight.
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Toastable Koningsplein
441 SingelCozy little spot for breakfast or lunch right around the corner from the apartment. Their large toasted sandwiches are a highlight.
Top-notch restaurant, from the service to the fresh produce. Definitely worth the money. (Temporarily closed until December 2017: Renovations)
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The Seafood Bar Spui
15 SpuiTop-notch restaurant, from the service to the fresh produce. Definitely worth the money. (Temporarily closed until December 2017: Renovations)
For an authentically Dutch meal and atmosphere, try Restaurant 't Zwaantje. Located in the heart of the charming Nine streets, this cosy living-room like space makes for a cheerful, unpretentious experience.
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Restaurant 't Zwaantje
12 BerenstraatFor an authentically Dutch meal and atmosphere, try Restaurant 't Zwaantje. Located in the heart of the charming Nine streets, this cosy living-room like space makes for a cheerful, unpretentious experience.
Tucked away in a charming alleyway in one of the oldest parts of town lies cheerful Kapitein Zeppos. Affordable, tasty food with live music most evenings.
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Kapitein Zeppos
5 Gebed Zonder EndTucked away in a charming alleyway in one of the oldest parts of town lies cheerful Kapitein Zeppos. Affordable, tasty food with live music most evenings.
An intimate dining experience in the stylish nine streets neighbourhood. Fine food served in a typically Amsterdam basement setting. Great for date night.
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Restaurant de Struisvogel
312 KeizersgrachtAn intimate dining experience in the stylish nine streets neighbourhood. Fine food served in a typically Amsterdam basement setting. Great for date night.
One part games arcade, one part restaurant. Both the games and the food present an exciting fusion of Japanese and American culture. Enjoy the popular ramen burger and then dance it off at the Dance Revolution arcade game.
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TonTon Club West
27 PolonceaukadeOne part games arcade, one part restaurant. Both the games and the food present an exciting fusion of Japanese and American culture. Enjoy the popular ramen burger and then dance it off at the Dance Revolution arcade game.
Sleek, glass-fronted cafe and bar at the top of a modern shopping complex, for panoramic city views - which in a city without mountains is a rare feature.
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Blue Amsterdam
457 SingelSleek, glass-fronted cafe and bar at the top of a modern shopping complex, for panoramic city views - which in a city without mountains is a rare feature.
Tastiest bowl of ramen in town, in a bright, clean space. Efficient service, young vibe.
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Fou Fow Ramen
2A ElandsgrachtTastiest bowl of ramen in town, in a bright, clean space. Efficient service, young vibe.
One of the better food franchises in Amsterdam. Fresh ingredients, efficient and friendly service.
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Salsa Shop
32 AmstelstraatOne of the better food franchises in Amsterdam. Fresh ingredients, efficient and friendly service.
Hummus at the centre of every meal. Perfect, heart warming meals on a vegan oriented menu. Surprising flavours and down to earth atmosphere.
Hummus House
25C Sint AntoniesbreestraatHummus at the centre of every meal. Perfect, heart warming meals on a vegan oriented menu. Surprising flavours and down to earth atmosphere.
Authentic Italian deli food in a cosy setting. Located on the historic Elandsgracht. On warm days grab the window seat and watch the Jordaan residents go by.
8 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Cibo & Vino
89 ElandsgrachtAuthentic Italian deli food in a cosy setting. Located on the historic Elandsgracht. On warm days grab the window seat and watch the Jordaan residents go by.
Looking for something tasty, healthy and easy on the pocket? Soup en zo is just off the hustle and bustle of the Leidseplein area and has wonderful quick, hearty meals on offer. Stay and eating for excellent people watching as they zip by on their bicycles.
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Soup en Zo - Spiegel
54 Nieuwe SpiegelstraatLooking for something tasty, healthy and easy on the pocket? Soup en zo is just off the hustle and bustle of the Leidseplein area and has wonderful quick, hearty meals on offer. Stay and eating for excellent people watching as they zip by on their bicycles.
Well priced, sizeable portions of tasty Chinese food served hot and fast. When even the complimentary condiments are exciting you know they know their food - wonderful chilli oil on each table adds that extra zing if you're so inclined.
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Asian Kitchen
5-A VijzelstraatWell priced, sizeable portions of tasty Chinese food served hot and fast. When even the complimentary condiments are exciting you know they know their food - wonderful chilli oil on each table adds that extra zing if you're so inclined.
Super tasty and well affordable quick dining. The after work, mid week indulgence of many a local.
Pasta Factory
7 MuntpleinSuper tasty and well affordable quick dining. The after work, mid week indulgence of many a local.
A vast hall with various food and drinks stands. A meeting place for a quick bite in a social atmosphere.
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Foodhallen Amsterdam
16 BellamypleinA vast hall with various food and drinks stands. A meeting place for a quick bite in a social atmosphere.
Drinks & Nightlife
If an immersive clubbing experience what you're after, this is the place. Special attention has been paid to the sound and minimal decor, lighting, etc. Strict admin at the door though, so make sure you stay low key for that bit.
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Shelter
3 OverhoekspleinIf an immersive clubbing experience what you're after, this is the place. Special attention has been paid to the sound and minimal decor, lighting, etc. Strict admin at the door though, so make sure you stay low key for that bit.
De Nieuwe Anita is your left-of-centre-good-old-fashioned-get-down-disco in one of Amsterdam's slowly gentrifying neighbourhoods - the Staatsliedenbuurt. If good times with the locals is what you're after, check out their site to see what's on.
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De Nieuwe Anita
111 Frederik HendrikstraatDe Nieuwe Anita is your left-of-centre-good-old-fashioned-get-down-disco in one of Amsterdam's slowly gentrifying neighbourhoods - the Staatsliedenbuurt. If good times with the locals is what you're after, check out their site to see what's on.
Nightclub venue with techno DJs by night, art project venue by day. Check out their website to see what's on.
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De School
3 Doctor Jan van BreemenstraatNightclub venue with techno DJs by night, art project venue by day. Check out their website to see what's on.
For a quiet spot of nightlife, this is your low key brown bar experience. With decor untouched since the 1600's this authentic living room bar welcomes the gentle beer seeking patron.
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Café de Wetering
37 WeteringstraatFor a quiet spot of nightlife, this is your low key brown bar experience. With decor untouched since the 1600's this authentic living room bar welcomes the gentle beer seeking patron.
A non pretentious bar with tasty cocktails in an elegant setting. Go here for excellent service, late night sushi and dim sum.
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Porem
19 GeldersekadeA non pretentious bar with tasty cocktails in an elegant setting. Go here for excellent service, late night sushi and dim sum.
Although it might not look it from the outside, the Melkweg is the standout venue for live music in Amsterdam. Throughout the year they play host to the biggest names in all spheres of popular music.
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天の川
234A LijnbaansgrachtAlthough it might not look it from the outside, the Melkweg is the standout venue for live music in Amsterdam. Throughout the year they play host to the biggest names in all spheres of popular music.
This fancy bar is located at the top of the DoubleTree Hilton hotel. Just go into the hotel and take the lift to the top floor. The bar has stunning views of the city.
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SkyLounge Amsterdam
4 OosterdoksstraatThis fancy bar is located at the top of the DoubleTree Hilton hotel. Just go into the hotel and take the lift to the top floor. The bar has stunning views of the city.
If you want a grungy, authentic A'dam nightlife experience then check out OT301. Their club nights are not every weekend so consult their schedule before you go. The music tends to be bass orientated.
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OT301
301 OvertoomIf you want a grungy, authentic A'dam nightlife experience then check out OT301. Their club nights are not every weekend so consult their schedule before you go. The music tends to be bass orientated.
Bitterzoet is a bar/club where anything goes, from singer/songwriter nights to banging electro. It's not open every weekend and their website is only in Dutch so just walk past to see what's on.
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Bitterzoet
2 HS SpuistraatBitterzoet is a bar/club where anything goes, from singer/songwriter nights to banging electro. It's not open every weekend and their website is only in Dutch so just walk past to see what's on.
Amsterdam's only bar dedicated to Hip-Hop music! Most nights live DJ's play a selection of classics and/or new school. Be warned: it can get seriously crowded at the weekends.
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Café De Duivel
87 ReguliersdwarsstraatAmsterdam's only bar dedicated to Hip-Hop music! Most nights live DJ's play a selection of classics and/or new school. Be warned: it can get seriously crowded at the weekends.
With its creative themed cocktail menu and atmospheric decor, Door 74 is not one to miss. That is easier said than done; they have a secret hidden entrance. Good luck finding it!
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Door74
74 ReguliersdwarsstraatWith its creative themed cocktail menu and atmospheric decor, Door 74 is not one to miss. That is easier said than done; they have a secret hidden entrance. Good luck finding it!
This recently renovated nightclub is on the 7th floor of an old newspaper building. You have to pay to get in but it's worth it. The lineups are varied so check out what's on before you go.
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Canvas
150 WibautstraatThis recently renovated nightclub is on the 7th floor of an old newspaper building. You have to pay to get in but it's worth it. The lineups are varied so check out what's on before you go.
Pacific Parc is a cool local hangout away from the hustle and bustle of the centre. They serve dinner most evenings and on weekends there are DJ's and occasional live bands.
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Pacific Parc
23 PolonceaukadePacific Parc is a cool local hangout away from the hustle and bustle of the centre. They serve dinner most evenings and on weekends there are DJ's and occasional live bands.
Watch the boats go by in this unpretentious bar/restaurant situated next to the water. This is a very popular spot with young locals, it's busy here all year round.
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Hannekes Boom
4 DijksgrachtWatch the boats go by in this unpretentious bar/restaurant situated next to the water. This is a very popular spot with young locals, it's busy here all year round.
This place was recently voted the best cocktail bar in Amsterdam. Their drinks are sublime and the place has a great atmosphere. It's not cheap but it's worth it. Book ahead if you can.
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Tales & Spirits
5-7 LijnbaanssteegThis place was recently voted the best cocktail bar in Amsterdam. Their drinks are sublime and the place has a great atmosphere. It's not cheap but it's worth it. Book ahead if you can.
As the name suggests, this tiny bar specialises in Belgian beers. Most nights they also have DJ's playing vinyl records, lots of reggae, funk, soul etc. It's a real little hidden gem!
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Cafe Belgique
2 GravenstraatAs the name suggests, this tiny bar specialises in Belgian beers. Most nights they also have DJ's playing vinyl records, lots of reggae, funk, soul etc. It's a real little hidden gem!
If beer is your thing then Arendsnest is the place to go. They specialise in Dutch beers, more than 100 to choose from, including 30 on tap!
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Proeflokaal Arendsnest
90 HerengrachtIf beer is your thing then Arendsnest is the place to go. They specialise in Dutch beers, more than 100 to choose from, including 30 on tap!
Katsu is what a coffeeshop should be. The staff is friendly and the cannabis selection is top-notch. They have a welcoming interior with good added touches like boardgames and a glass vaporizer.
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Katsu Coffeeshop
70 Eerste van der HelststraatKatsu is what a coffeeshop should be. The staff is friendly and the cannabis selection is top-notch. They have a welcoming interior with good added touches like boardgames and a glass vaporizer.
Sightseeing
The NDSM Werf is an old industrial area that has since been given a new lease of life as a cultural and creative hub. Just take the free ferry from the back of Centraal Station, it takes 10 min.
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NDSM Loods
85 NDSM-PleinThe NDSM Werf is an old industrial area that has since been given a new lease of life as a cultural and creative hub. Just take the free ferry from the back of Centraal Station, it takes 10 min.
Parks & Nature
Amsterdam's Central Park, a beautiful stretch of green in the middle of the city. It's great for walking/jogging or just hanging out. There are also some nice cafes and playgrounds for kids.
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フォンデル公園
Amsterdam's Central Park, a beautiful stretch of green in the middle of the city. It's great for walking/jogging or just hanging out. There are also some nice cafes and playgrounds for kids.
The Westerpark is a great alternative to the Vondelpark, which can get really crowded in the summer. There are also a host of great bars/cafes and loads of green space.
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Westerpark
4 HaarlemmerwegThe Westerpark is a great alternative to the Vondelpark, which can get really crowded in the summer. There are also a host of great bars/cafes and loads of green space.
Arts & Culture
The Rijksmuseum holds the riches of centuries of exploring and documenting. A must to behold if the art and culture of the country calls you here.
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Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum station
The Rijksmuseum holds the riches of centuries of exploring and documenting. A must to behold if the art and culture of the country calls you here.
Contemporary art museum! Go here for the very latest in modern art and culture as well as a celebration of contemporary classics.
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アムステルダム市立美術館
10 MuseumpleinContemporary art museum! Go here for the very latest in modern art and culture as well as a celebration of contemporary classics.
Science Center NEMO is a really hands-on experience and is sure to entertain the kids for hours. It's accessible to all ages and it's open all year round.
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NEMOサイエンス・センター
2 OosterdokScience Center NEMO is a really hands-on experience and is sure to entertain the kids for hours. It's accessible to all ages and it's open all year round.
Shopping
This was once a ship building hanger but now houses a full-time artist studio complex. It also plays host to the 'IJ-Hallen' for one weekend every month, it's the biggest flea market in Europe!
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Vlooienmarkt IJhallen
This was once a ship building hanger but now houses a full-time artist studio complex. It also plays host to the 'IJ-Hallen' for one weekend every month, it's the biggest flea market in Europe!
The Albert Cuyp Market is an Amsterdam institution. It has been running daily for over 100 years, you can get anything from clothes and accessories to fresh fruit and vegetables.
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アルバート・カイプ市場
Albert CuypstraatThe Albert Cuyp Market is an Amsterdam institution. It has been running daily for over 100 years, you can get anything from clothes and accessories to fresh fruit and vegetables.
The 'Nine Streets' or 'Negen Straatjes' are full of small boutique shops selling all sorts of goods.
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De 7 straatjes
The 'Nine Streets' or 'Negen Straatjes' are full of small boutique shops selling all sorts of goods.
The Haarlemmerstraat (which turns into the Haarlemmerdijk) is one of the nicest shopping streets in Amsterdam. There are some big-brand stores but mostly it's populated by small independent shops.
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Haarlemmerstraat
HaarlemmerstraatThe Haarlemmerstraat (which turns into the Haarlemmerdijk) is one of the nicest shopping streets in Amsterdam. There are some big-brand stores but mostly it's populated by small independent shops.
A large farmers market is held here every Saturday morning and afternoon. The prices are a little steep but the produce is outstanding!
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ノールデルマルクト
42B NoordermarktA large farmers market is held here every Saturday morning and afternoon. The prices are a little steep but the produce is outstanding!
Essentials
This supermarket is a little further than the other Albert Heijn but the selection here is much bigger. There's also a liquor store and drug store attached to it.
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AH Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal
226 Nieuwezijds VoorburgwalThis supermarket is a little further than the other Albert Heijn but the selection here is much bigger. There's also a liquor store and drug store attached to it.
German chain supermarket with wider variety and more affordable prices than the central Albert Heins. Further afield but worth it on a sunny day.
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ALDI
56C Admiraal de RuijterwegGerman chain supermarket with wider variety and more affordable prices than the central Albert Heins. Further afield but worth it on a sunny day.
Singel 429
429 SingelClosest ATM to the apartment. Less than a minute walk around the corner.