Blin Queen. Specialty pancakes, coffee & wine bar in Grachtengordel-Zuid

Food and service, especially service is superb!

Awesome pancakes, potato pancakes and sea buckthorn tea! The menu is made with taste and is funny. The atmosphere is cool and the service is top notch. In addition, you are given several napkins, which really stands out from the local cafes)) I will definitely come back!

Dranic gods work here! Unbelievably delicious 😋

Very nice food, ambiance and staff.

Nice place, atmosphere and tasty food

Very tasty pancakes; tried the cottage cheese pancakes and blackberry cocktail and they were perfect.

Best syrniki in a long time. Next time I'm around Amsterdam, will come again 🥰

It was delicious. The pancakes were a bit dry. But overall I liked it) It's a pity they don't make syrniki and draniki after 6pm

Ran here while on a layover from the UK to Greece and genuinely one of the best meals I’ve ever eaten!! Extra points for it being gluten free!!

If you’re planning to eat breakfast here on a weekend or holiday, be prepared to wait in line for about 10 to 20 minutes—but trust me, it’s worth it! The good news is that breakfast is served until 18:00, so there’s no need to wake up early. You have two options to place your order: either scan the QR code on your table or order directly from one of the super friendly and attentive staff members (they were all really lovely!). The food? Absolutely delicious. We were just a couple, but we ended up ordering five different dishes—because honestly, we just couldn’t decide! Everything looked and tasted amazing, and we didn’t want to miss out on anything. We’ll definitely be coming back again. Highly recommended for anyone who loves great breakfast at any time of day!

Super friendly, super delicious!

friendly staff, quick service, easy order via phone or at the counter. Delicious food. Great coffee. We loved that you could have a pancake with toppings by own choice. We recommend. ^^

It was really great! Would like to come again on my next visit of Amsterdam.

Very nice staff. Great pancake. All we had today were scrumptious.

Just landed in Amsterdam and felt hungry. Nothing beats some wholesome Dutch pancakes. This one is in the neighbourhood and off we went. Not a huge selection but they are surprisingly good. Apart from the savoury ones, we can’t miss the sweet ones too. Cottage cheese pancake is my fav. A cosy place to spend the evening.

Great great breakfast 😋😋, and the hospitality is ammmazingggg💗💗💗💗💗💗💗, Thank you Sasha and everyone for your smiles and helpful explanation of the tasteful dishes 🙏🏼⚡️, definitely recommend 👏🏽🙏🏼.

The most delicious pancakes, cheesecakes and pancakes ❤️ Coffee and matcha are a special compliment ❤️ I recommend it 💯 Service is top notch 🥰 Thank you 🫶

We tried and enjoyed the marriage of convenience, meat the paprika, noble legacy and chocolate blin cake. The vibe was relaxed. If you are looking for a crepe/pancake for dinner, this is a great place.

The food was amazing, but the coffee was just outstanding! Friendly staff, we really enjoyed our breakfast and we’re definitely coming back for coffee!

free water on the table!! very nice staff and awesome meals

Very annoying, waiting 40 min for a cup of coffee. Waste of your time.

Had to wait outside for about 15m, but when we got in the food was very good. The focus is the Dutch pancakes, which are excellent (with gluten free options available).

Everything deliciously fresh and original.

Writing this whilst still sat in the restaurant... you have to go. Excellent pancakes, Excellent desert. Chill and friendly staff and the best relaxed vibe by the canals. Could not fault our visit. (have the Chocolate Blin Cake)

I ordered salmon potato pancakes, which looked light but filling, a very good experience ~ Thumbs up

Great food, fast ordering and service. Would recommend!

EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT, I WILL COME AGAIN - NO JOKE☆

Cottage cheese pancakes with strawberry jam were divine, best jam I've tasted in a really long while!

Incredible. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The products were quality, customizable, and the price was reasonable. Good value for money. The space is beautiful and simple. The pennyroyal is made with natural mint! And the coffee is quality. There's a gluten-free crepe option!

One of the most delicious places I've visited in Amsterdam. Fast service, beautiful dishes, impeccable taste!

Outstanding food, a creative mix between Eastern-European and Western food. Everything we had was absolutely delicious, highly recommended!

Tremendous food and atmosphere! Incredible service. Magnificent ginger tea. Potato pancakes, Olady, Holy Berry, Platonic Love…everything we ordered was fantastic

The best pancakes in Amsterdam!

Food and drinks were very good except the amount of meat in the salty pancakes was abysmal. Considering that, the price was very high

One of the best places for breakfast or delicious pancakes. I haven't had such a good meal outside in a long time.

It is really good! Cottage cheese pancakes 👏🏻

Set inside one of Amsterdam’s famous Dancing Houses, Blin Queen blends Eastern European tradition with modern European flair. By day, it’s a bright all-day café serving sweet and savory pancakes, cider, and specialty coffee, but it shifts into a cozy wine bar come evening. I came for brunch and left obsessed. The cottage cheese pancakes, thick, golden, and oven-baked, were served with Greek yogurt, cranberry powder, and the most fragrant raspberry-thyme jam I’ve ever had. The oladky pancakes were just as perfect: fluffy from kefir, brightened with lemon zest, and topped with mascarpone, crushed pistachios, and more of that unforgettable jam. If I return to Amsterdam, I won’t even unpack before coming back here.

Extremely delicious pancakes. Very unusual but excellent quality. The chicken and truffles were a great combination. The restaurant is also very nice, and the seating is comfortable!

Best cheese pancakes in town! Good coffee and cider. Here you can also try sea buckthorn tea and potato pancakes

Great food and Exceptional service! The hospitality we had by Sasha was outstanding! Thanks a lot, we has an unforgettable visit.

Nice place, lovely dishes, very nice atmosphere, worth trying!

One of our FAVORITE places we tried while in Amsterdam :) it was so delicious, both for savory and sweet options. The entire menu can be made gluten free (buckwheat flour), and there’s plenty of vegetarian options. HIGHLY recommend the cottage cheese pancakes with Greek yogurt and berries. It’s almost the texture of cheese cake and not too sweet. It’s naturally gluten free, no flour whatsoever, only cottage cheese.

Staff here has special training in being rude. Very average place like any other spread throughout Amsterdam. Incomplete order served, excuse..delivery did not come.. did not know while taking the order???no apologies..

Stopped here for breakfast which was really tasty and filling. Staff were really friendly and helpful.

The cottage cheese pancakes is one of the best I’ve tried

Super delicious food and a super friendly team! Everything is fresh and made with love. Highly recommended!

We recognized it because there was a queue in front of it. Came for breakfast the next day and really enjoyed the food, coffee and lovely service.

Was recommended to go here by a friend and it was delicious! I didn’t really know what to expect but it was tasty and the ingredients were fresh! I also enjoyed the atmosphere, was very cozy!

A hidden gem for pancake lovers! I visited Blin Queen and had a wonderful experience. Their Eastern European pancakes are a perfect blend of French crêpes and Dutch pannenkoeken large, thin, and folded into a neat square. I chose the ‘Secret Affair,’ while my sister enjoyed the berry pancakes. Both were delicious, not overly sweet, and just right. The ambience was cozy, and the service was exceptional. One of the staff members stood out with his kindness—despite a busy day, he remained warm, attentive, and always had a friendly smile. A place I’d definitely recommend!

Highly recommend stopping by for breakfast! The meals are just what you need to fuel your day — great energy and just the right amount of calories. We were lucky to get a table after about 10 minutes of waiting, but next time I’d definitely book ahead. The sweet blin had just the right touch of sweetness, and the vegan one was perfectly balanced. The coffee was excellent too — honestly, what more could you ask for to kick off the day? Plus, the people running the place are super polite and friendly, which made the experience even better.

- We had a wonderful experience. If you're lucky, there are 2 seats in front that overlook the canal. The Blin pancakes was exceptional. The truffle oil did not overpower the dish which I appreciate. Love the ambience iniside, and the lighting was great for photos. There was only one server but that did not hinder their service. Highly recommend!

A lovely Sunday morning discovery at Blin Queen 🥞☕️ If you're like me and enjoy a proper breakfast, you might sometimes be worried when plates look a bit too “delicate.” No worries here — it was surprisingly filling! I didn’t need to eat again for hours. Blin Queen is an all-day spot that blends Eastern European traditions with Western European flavors. During the day, it’s all about sweet & savory pancakes, artisan ciders, and specialty coffee. After 6pm, it turns into a cozy wine bar with a small dinner menu. Bonus points: very kid and pet friendly. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Amsterdam!

Pancakes are real good and must try when in Amsterdam

It's a great cafe, the food is delicious and the service is good.Clear.Be ready to wait until a table is available.

Food is amazing. The staff their are young and professional Love the place for a quick breakfast

Great place! I also tried the iced tea, which I really liked. The tandoori chicken was definitely our favorite dish! And the naan is moist and delicious. The spring onion pancakes were good; I would

A great place for brunch, not just typical brunch. The Belarusian crepes are exquisite. Since it's a very popular spot, you can make a reservation. I'll come back every time I go to Amsterdam.

Delicious pancakes nice place. Friendly staff, if you like pancakes

Amazing food. Great service and top nodge on atmosphere

One of the best coffees in the city

Attention all!! If you’re passing Blin Queen, STOP, and RUN INSIDE!!! This place was so delicious and has such a good atmosphere!! The blins are very flavorful — whether you’re looking for sweet or savory! Sasha (our waiter) is such a blessing to this restaurant and will make you feel like a special customer! The drinks are awesome too — I recommend the RAF Coffee! All in all, this restaurant is perfect for any time of day and any type of hunger!!

A true gemstone!! Highly recommended!!

Although the price is a bit high, the mango cream coconut cottage cheese pancake was very delicious. The coconut cream paired with the tangy thick pancake was quite surprising. The mango was fresh, and the combination was just perfect and special. I’ll try the savory dishes next time!!

Food was good (a bit too salty) but I did not like how I was treated. When I arrived, I waited at the entrance and told the waiter that I was alone. He asked me to wait and looked at me several times. After few minutes, he went to the couple behind me who arrived after and told them they could sit wherever they wanted and when they chose, turned to me to say the same. I did not understand why he asked them first when 2 tables of 2 and 3 sits were available. I chose to sit at the counter in front of the window where there were 3 sits. Another couple arrived and they sat next to me. When we had to order, the waiter asked the couple first and turned to me only because I was looking at him and was going to say something. I don’t think I will come back

Excellent pancakes and the service

My first blinny and it did not disappoint! Sasha was an excellent server as well! 100% would recommend this place.

It was alright. Service was great but wish it was faster

Very delicious food. The waiting time for the food could be improved, it took too long.

I had a wonderful dining experience! The food was delicious and of high quality, with very reasonable prices. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this place to anyone interested in Eastern European cuisine, whether familiar with it or not. The cottage cheese pancakes (syrniki) were particularly delightful.

Good coffee and nice food but they made an error with my order and I waited 50 minutes for my dish… They were nice and offered me a drink but it was so long honestly

Does the job but on busy the time for the order can be very long

Amazing service and absolutely delicious pancakes! ♥️

Amazing spot for brunch! The potato pancakes were absolutely perfect—crispy outside, soft inside, and full of flavor. They’re my favorite brunch dish and these were the best I’ve had. The simple pleasure crepe was just that—simple, light, and delicious. Smooth lattes and really friendly, attentive service made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend!

This is a lovely spot with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The menu offers a great selection of traditional dishes, and the quality truly stands out. We had pancakes with red caviar and traditional oladki - everything was absolutely delicious! Despite the long wait for a table, it was well worth it. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend this place for brunch

Delicious food. Beautiful old leaning canal house.

People are nice and friendly, we order coffee and tea with plain pancake

We had the potato pancakes with salmon, the Blin with minced meat and the cottage cheese pancakes and they were all delicious!

These Blin style pancakes were delicious. Reminded me of a crepe but even better! The ambiance was spectacular too, very homey feel. Loved the vibe and the food.

So I come here already for quite some time,: I visited this place about 20 times now. And the first 15 times, I was basically: 5 stars every time, for everything. Food, service, atmostphere, everything. Now the last 5 times, that all took place this year: I can see some intresting moves: first, they replaced all chairs and tables. Then, they removed the water bottle on the table (still can use the common bottle with a crane), then the menu got some overhaul and now, as of today, the water on the bottle is back, but they took a step towards efficiency: qr code orders/payments only. Now, to be fair, food is still great and the speed is quite good. But it start to feel more like a fast food place: the only contact with the staff would be to ask for a seat, and when you get the order. 5 words and thats it. The staff was known before for its hospitality which personally, I think, has degraded by this move. I understand the choice but it changes the dynamic between the restaurtant and the people that eat. The online app is also very strict in terms of timings. Almost half a hour before closing time, you couldnt order anything (not even a coffee). My guess is that this move is good for the short time, but a risk for the long term. Tipping is not a standard thing you can do anymore. A different group of people will start visiting the restaurant more. And maybe I need to move on also. Its a shame but it is what it is.

A great romantic place to relax.

Super cute and welcoming place, where we had a delicious snack one afternoon during our vacation in Amsterdam. The place is tastefully decorated, simple and minimal, with neutral colors and I loved their paintings and the style of the illustrations. They have gluten-free options, which is very important for us as my partner is celiac. You can also place your order independently with your smartphone, via the QR code where you can see the menu, send the order directly to the staff and pay online. We took two sweet gluten-free pancakes (Holy berry and Secret affair) which were really delicious, soft and just the right amount of sweet (I loved the mint leaves on the Holy berry which, with the mascarpone and the berries, gave that extra touch of freshness). The flavor of the gluten-free pancake dough was really very good. Also, on a table they make free natural water available in a carafe and with glasses next to it. Highly recommended place!!! :)

I ordered chicken pancake and raspberry sauce pistachio. I think they are both delicious. The raspberry sauce is homemade, so it is not too sweet and tastes healthier.

It was great place to have a coffee and thank you Mitch for your great hospitality..

Really nice place. The staff is super kind and helpful. The pancakes are really delicious! They have a high chair and games for children. What was super appreciated was the bottle of water on the table!

Food is very special, as a born Chinese I may more like the crispy pancake, sorry Dutch folks, still feel worthy to try this speciality.

It's really good but there isn't much choice. I loved the atmosphere.

We ordered Secret Affair which is a more traditional pancake (similar to a crepe) and Oladky Rasberry which is thicker. We liked the thin one better since the other one got a little dense as you eat it. The place is small but we were lucky not to have to wait in line. The coffees were too hot. Only card payments are accepted.

Top fresh product good service A treat, good atmosphere

Perfect place with atmosphere like home. Tasty food, nice people, great music. Highly recommended!

Nice place, nice staff, delicious food. It’s convenient that you can order through the website or in person to the waitress. However, in my opinion, it’s a little expensive for one pancake with boiled chicken 15€ ☺️

The food is delicious and all the staff are very friendly.

The cheese pancake was a bit dry, but my friend’s pancakes were top!!! The air conditioner was blowing strongly in the upstairs room and I froze😰 But other than that, the guys are cool!

Nice pancakes but did feel like the chicken with cranberry and brie could do with some seasoning on the chicken as was a little plain but my other halfs one was amazing 10/10

Lovely staff and fantastic food!! If you want a fun variation of a pancake, then this is the place for you. The staff is friendly and the coffee is great. Always my breakfast stop whenever I visit Amsterdam

Good place to eat pancakes in Amsterdam, good atmosphere, friendly staff and very delicious food.

Terrible coffee, not real OG, blood orange juice was fake. Service ladies not helpful at lot. Belgian chocolate not good. Fruit not fresh Bad experience

Delicious pancakes, pastries and coffee 🔥

Jad the pistachios and raspberries pancakes. They were fantastic. Could have used a few more pistachios though.

Always great quality Eastern European food for a reasonable price. Draniky with salmon and pistachio+raspberry pancakes are my favourite.

Love the vibe and interior. Great service and great food.