Amsterdam is a tourist’s dream! It’s one of the easiest places to navigate around and has plenty of sights, sounds and new experiences for travellers to love. It’s also something of a culinary capital, and there are actually several Michelin Star restaurants in Amsterdam.
In fact, there are a total of 21 restaurants that have been awarded Michelin Star honours. These accolades are based on a number of different factors that Michelin judges have carefully graded them on, including creativity, presentation and whether or not the chef’s personality is reflected in the dishes they produce.
As you can imagine, there is likely a wealth of culinary creativity popping up all over Amsterdam. Lucky for you, we’ve compiled this list of the best Michelin Star eateries in the city. Enjoy!
Aan de Poel
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Located just a little bit away from Amsterdam’s city centre, Aan de Poel promises an absolute treat to its diners. As one of the top Michelin Star restaurants in Amsterdam, Aan de Poel is certainly worth the longer journey out of the middle of the city. Headed up by one of the top Michelin Star chefs in the Netherlands, Chef Stefan van Sprang, the restaurant boasts an ever-changing menu that is charged by French technique. The sprinkling of flavours one might find at Aan de Poel seems almost otherworldly – trust us, this is a good thing!Diners will get to enjoy an unbelievable view from the terrace that is truly just so lovely. From the restaurant, one can see the expansive De Poel Lake, and if you’re in luck, you’ll see it at sunset, when it looks just like there are diamonds dancing on the water. Guests at Aan de Poel don’t just have a perfect view to look forward to but also personalised attention from Chef van Sprang as well. He will craft a beautiful meal for anyone who walks through the restaurant’s doors, and guests can choose from over 600 wines to accompany their dinner.
- Price: $$
- Michelin stars: 2
- Address: Handweg 1, 1185 TS, Amstelveen
- Type of food: French
- Must-try: Oven-roasted beef stew with foie gras terrace and sauce morilles.
Bord’Eau
Bord’Eau is one of the best French Michelin Star restaurants in Amsterdam. Diners can expect to re-discover the sheer elegance of French cuisine through this restaurant’s contemporary take on a fine dining experience.
Located perfectly along the Amstel River, the restaurant boasts views of the centre of the city, as well as classic yet modern interiors. The overall experience is a high-class one, and diners will certainly not be disappointed by what’s on offer at Bord’Eau.
Of course, the way in which the food is presented at Bord’Eau is nothing short of artistic, and the wine selection is pretty impressive too. So much so, in fact, that Wine Spectator has awarded the collection the Best of Award of Excellence every year since 2015.
- Price: $$
- Michelin stars: 2
- Address: Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-14, 1012 CP Amsterdam
- Type of food: French
- Must-try: Set dinner menu.
Ciel Bleu Restaurant
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Ciel Bleu is another one of the top Michelin Star restaurants Amsterdam has to offer. Located right at the top of the city’s luxury Hotel Okura, diners can expect to see the bluest skies and the most amazing rooftop views from the 23rd floor. With two Michelin Stars to its name, Ciel Bleu treats its guests to a good mix of classic local and foreign ingredients, all of which are thrown together to create something of a culinary journey.This restaurant’s menu is inspired by international flavours, as well as local ingredients and Japanese food. The restaurant aims very high, and with its amazing food, top-notch service and delectable wine pairings, it meets every one of its aims. Any meal at Ciel Bleu is almost guaranteed to be one of the best you’ve ever had.
- Price: $$
- Michelin stars: 2
- Address: Ferdinand Bolstraat 333, 1072 LH Amsterdam
- Type of food: Japanese, international
- Must-try: Chef’s table.
Daalder
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Compared to other restaurants on this Michelin Star restaurants in Amsterdam list, Daalder certainly had very humble beginnings. It started off with a very informal dining atmosphere and then just six months after being awarded its first Michelin Star, had a major upgrade. Moving from a Jordaan cafe into a much larger location at the monumental Het Sieraad Building, the restaurant then became adorned with street art, neon lights, and graphics. In short, it has a very ‘cool’ atmosphere.Under the helm of its Head Chef and owner Dennis Huwae, Daalder gives diners an unforgettable experience of creative cuisine heavily influenced by international dining trends. When visiting Daalder, you can choose from a four or five-course chef’s menu for lunch, or a six, eight, or 10-course meal for dinner. A la carte options are also available.
- Price: $$
- Michelin stars: 2
- Address: Postjesweg 1, 1057 DT Amsterdam
- Type of food: International
- Must-try: Tasting menu.
The Duchess
When it comes to Michelin star restaurants in Amsterdam, variety truly is the spice of life. Each dining experience is a unique one, and a meal at The Duchess will prove to be no different.
This restaurant offers delectable Meditteranean cuisine and boasts a marble bar for pre-and post-dinner drinks. The bar is decorated in a way that will remind most diners of the bygone era of the Roaring Twenties.
The Duchess is a very opulent environment, and diners will be hard-pressed to find anything else like it. All the food is prepared with only the highest quality ingredients and is then served in a perfect candlelit environment.
- Price: $$
- Michelin stars: 2
- Address: Postjesweg 1, 1057 DT Amsterdam
- Type of food: Meditteranean
- Must-try: Beef Wellington, Nicoise salad.
Graphite By Peter Gast
Last on this list is Graphite by Peter Gast. This restaurant is a hidden gem in every sense of the word – its location is actually kept under wraps from its guests. To access it, you need to have a personalized QR code.
The flavours on offer at Graphite are inventive and nuanced, and the presentation of each meal is playful, yet somehow also refined. It will make for a truly unforgettable experience!
- Price: $$
- Michelin stars: 2
- Address: Paardenstraat 15III, 1017 CX Amsterdam
- Type of food: International
- Must-try: Tasting menu.