le petit foodguide;
our tips in amsterdam.

Cozy | Casual | Tasty | Neighbourhood vibes

Just a short walk from Nieuwmarkt, No Nonsense hits that perfect sweet spot between a laid-back bar and a proper restaurant. The kind of place where you drop by for one drink and somehow end up staying all day.

It’s warm, lively, and unpretentious, run by friends Jochem, Ivo & Job who know exactly how to make everyone feel at home 🤍

The menu fits every mood: think croissants and soft-boiled eggs in the morning, melty toasties or a classic “broodje bal” for lunch, and in the evening dishes to share like vitello tonnato, kibbeling, stracciatella with bread to dip and what might just be the best chicken burger in town. Even the neighbors from Ku Kitchen drop by (daily) for their burger.

No Nonsense is all about good vibes, good food and good company. No fuss, no frills, just everything you want from your new local hangout. Also great for groups and drinks in de weekend by the bar that steals the show.

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Centrum | Luxury Pastry | Event Space | Art Gallery

New favorite pastry gallery!! Gallery?? Yes, these pastries are a piece of art, and the iced lattes... Anyone following us on Instagram knows we’ve been back. The owner is incredibly passionate and friendly, helping you choose the perfect treat, whether savory or sweet. But why is this our new favorite? What makes it stand out from all the rest? They look like pieces of art, my eyes are always bigger than my stomach! Choosing just one was a challenge; they all look amazing. The crunch factor is real! Glazed and caramelized crusts, simply wow. The sweetness of the pastries is perfectly balanced. Take the Pain Suisse Pistachio, for example, not overly sweet or heavy, just right.

Jordaan | Croissant Dough Buns | Sweet & Savory | Coffee To-Go

This corner venue, has finally found its true owner: BunBun! Specializing in flavorful croissant dough buns, both sweet and savory, this is the place where cravings are happily satisfied.

Opened by pastry chef Wouter (from a family of bakers and with a track record at some of Amsterdam’s finest bakeries), together with Hospitality entrepreneurs Julien and Toon, BunBun has become the new hotspot at Noordermarkt. Grab a coffee to go, pick your favorite filling, and beware… once you’ve tried one, you’ll definitely want to try them all.

Nieuw West & De Pijp | Sourdough Bakery | Serene & Minimal

It’s a louf story 🤍  With connecting doors to one of our favorite restaurants, Café Binnenvisser, is the perfect dreamy, quiet, serene bakery in Nieuw West! The bakery is open and spacious enough for you to sit down, the outside benches are very popular, or just take your goodies for a walk in the park.

What we love is that they’re a sourdough bakery with bread, pastry, sandwiches, foccacia’s, coffee and cold drinks. Fun thing is that you can actually see where the magic happens because the bakery is open, so you can imagine… the jummie smell is all over the place.

We went in for a quick breakfast and you definitely have to try their omelet croissant. The croissant itself is so fresh, stuffed with egg and the best softly grained parmesan cheese on top that melts on your tongue.

We have to come back soon for all the other pastries and foccacia’s etc. because we want moreee!

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Centrum & Jordaan | Specialty Coffee | Daily Routine | Local Energy

Coffee lover or not you gotta try this delish blend! Super silky and with a good punch, just the way we like it. 🌬

You can also grab a juice to get you fired up after a workout, or have a seat and chill out with a matcha and a banana bread.

Fine lines and art combine as they even have a mini gallery. Their main wall carries art from changing upcoming artists which you can purchase on request. Nevertheless, there’s only one boss in the building and that’s their crazily beautiful baby blue coffee machine!!

Rozengracht & 9 Straatjes | Sourdough & Pastries | Weekly Staple | Consistent Quality

Some places just get it right, every-single-time. Bakkerij Wolf is one of them. Whether you’re grabbing a coffee and something on the go, picking up a loaf of fresh sourdough for home, or sitting down for a proper breakfast or lunch at the Utrechtsestraat, it always hits the mark.

Known for their original pastries and no-fuss quality, this is the kind of place that becomes part of your weekly routine without ever getting boring. We often swing by the Rozengracht for a quick bite and caffeine fix, but when there’s time, we head to the 9 Straatjes for their sit-down menu perfect for long, lazy mornings.

And guess what? Rumour has it they’ve recently opened a third spot on the Utrechtsestraat. More Wolf? Yes, please.

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Centrum | Futuristic | Pastry Lab | All-day Deli

Meet Alexandre Scour, the visionary behind Layers. What started as a dream in Paris is now becoming reality in Amsterdam. And trust us—you’ve never experienced a bakery quite like this.

Layers isn’t just about pastries. It’s an experience. Every stainless steel surface, every curve of concrete, every detail of the see-through pastry lab is designed to bring a touch of the future into your daily rituals. Upstairs, watch pastry chefs crafting magic behind crystal-clear glass. Downstairs, enjoy fresh flavors in our deli space.

From 9:00 to 22:00, every day, Layers is here to inspire. This is more than food. This is Layers.

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Bos en Lommer | French Bakery | Croissants & Sourdough | Cozy Charm

The passion of the owners shines through in every bake, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re stopping by for an espresso with a sweet treat or a rustic lunch, Farine offers the charm and coziness of a traditional French boulangerie with a lot of light entering the store.

This is our go-to spot for anything fresh in the weekend.

Une véritable expérience française!

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