The Rijksmuseum restaurant offers a more upscale dining experience, while the Van Gogh Museum’s café caters to more casual bites. If you’re looking for a memorable meal after exploring the museums, consider dining at these top restaurants near the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Additionally, the streets just south of Vondelpark are lined with excellent dining options, so be open to exploring your surroundings.
Restaurant Bouf or Café Martinot
Address:
Van Baerlestraat 51, 1071 AP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 673 6222
Distance from Museumplein: 0.3 miles; about a 7-minute walk.
The owners of these two nearby eateries may not appreciate being grouped together, yet their menus (both labeled “International”) are sufficiently similar to recommend either for a delightful dining experience. Both places keep it straightforward for lunch, offering sandwiches, soups, and salads. For dinner, expect classic and innovative options featuring meats, fish, and pasta. Enjoy outdoor seating to indulge in some prime people-watching.
Café Loetje
Address:
Johannes Vermeerstraat 52, 1071 DT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 662 8173
Distance from Museumplein: 0.5 miles; about a 10-minute walk.
While large groups of tourists flock to fast-food stalls in Museumplein, take a stroll southwards through the alluring Museum Quarter area to discover this local favorite eetcafé. Expect to wait for a table as reservations are not accepted, but once you taste their signature dish—widely regarded as the best steak in the city—you’ll understand why the wait is worth it.
Sama Sebo
Address:
Pieter Cornelisz Hooftstraat 27, 1071 BL Amsterdam, Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 662 8146
Distance from Museumplein: 0.3 miles; about a 7-minute walk.
This restaurant has long been a staple in Amsterdam’s dining scene, particularly known for its delightful Indonesian cuisine. Make sure to plan ahead as tables fill up quickly. Opt for a traditional rijsttafel (meaning “rice table,” a selection of 15-20 dishes served with rice), but be warned—you might find yourself needing a nap afterward! Open for both lunch and dinner.
Café Wildschut
Address:
Roelof Hartplein 1, 1071 TR Amsterdam, Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 676 8220
Distance from Museumplein: 0.5 miles; about a 10-minute walk.
This neighborhood café’s terrace is a popular spot on sunny days, thanks to its sunny orientation. Art Deco enthusiasts will appreciate the interior, although some may find it in need of repair. Regardless of your opinion, the menu is extensive and reasonably priced, featuring everything from pita-bread burgers (served with generous portions of frites) to large salads with spicy Thai chicken or smoked salmon.
Hap-Hmm
Address:
Eerste Helmersstraat 33, 1054 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 770 8924
Distance from Museumplein: 0.5 miles; about a 10-minute walk.
This traditional Dutch eatery has earned its place as a beloved institution in the Old South. Diners relish daily specials within a cozy, wood-paneled environment. The menu artfully combines fresh seasonal ingredients with all-time Dutch classics. Prices are famously budget-friendly; after all, this has been a popular spot for hearty Dutch cuisine since 1935. Note that it operates on weekdays only, serving dinner, with the kitchen closing at 8:30 p.m. However, you can arrive for dinner as early as 4:30 p.m.
