FEBO Leidsestraat 94 / other locations Burgers and Kroketten freshly made and available at the vending machine for just a few Euros.Febo stands for the most authentic and original Dutch fastfood and therefore worth a try. At the counter inside you can order fried chicken, drinks and smoothies. More info
EETSALON VAN DOBBEN Korte Reguliersdwarsstraat 5-7-9 A Must for those who want to taste the real Amsterdam. This very first Van Dobben “Broodjeszaak” had opened in 1945 and since then has not changed its typical Amsterdam no-nonsense style. Try an original kroketten or bitterballen sandwich, or just choose from the tasty coldcuts. More info
VLAAMS FRITESHUIS VLEMINCKX Voetboogstraat 33 Amsterdam’s most delicious Flemish fries. For over 57 years this place has stood for quality and is known for the many different sauces that go with the golden-brown, crunchy fries. There is always a line in front of the door but your patience will be rewarded. More info
HEERTJE FRIET Herengracht 169 Made with love from Amsterdam. At Heertje Friet you get the real deal when it comes to perfectly cooked, crispy fries, croquetten, bitterballen or frikandel. All original Dutch snacks are handmade, high-quality and really tasty. More info
FRENS HARINGHANDEL Koningplein One of the very traditional Dutch delicacies is haring. Freshly served, from the hand to the mouth. You want to taste the traditional haring, the real thing? Then you should swing by at Frens’s. The healthy snacks will fuel you up for your further excursions. More info
MAOZ VEGETARIAN Leidsestraat 84, other locations For vegetarians or vegans there is a tasty choice of sandwiches or pita bread with falafel, but also salads or fries. A more healthy choice if you need to fuel up with a quick bite. The place is very small and has just a few seats so you might consider take-away.
WINKEL 43 Noordermarkt 43 Right at the vibrant Noordermarkt in an authentic Amsterdam corner building is the spot for cake lovers. If you want to try the original Dutch apple pie, do it here. It is famous. You can also get very good breakfast, lunch and dinner here. More info
Ijscuypje Prinsengracht 292, Dam 10, Gosschalklaan 7, Eerste van der Helststraat 27 Heavenly icecream made in Amsterdam, the old-fashioned way. With a first tiny location since 2007 the place has spread out to more than 20 locations. Also gluten-free and vegan types available. More info