Brasserie Margaux in Apollobuurt

"French atmosphere with a friendly pace" A charming place with a distinctly French feel: warm, stylish, and a menu that will instantly whet your appetite. French classics with a modern twist are served on beautiful, classic tableware — Sjiekdefriemel. The service is friendly and relaxed. Sometimes a little too relaxed during lunch, but that does give you time to carefully consider your choice. The walk-in wine cellar on the way to the restroom is a nice surprise and makes your toilet visit suddenly take longer than planned. In short: a wonderful French atmosphere, good food, and enough charm to make you want to come back. 🍷🇫🇷😄

Amazing menu, the duck was phenomenal. Lovely ambiance. Juliette was a lovely and attentive server. Most definitely will return!

Last night I ate at this restaurant for the first time. The atmosphere upon arrival was good, and the chairs were comfortable. What I didn't like was the service: the waiter announced he would bring us the wine list, but only brought us the dinner menu. When I asked if they could make lemonade, the answer was: "No." I didn't think that suited the restaurant's ambitions. The appetizer sauce was rich and sour. I was shocked when the main course (cod with a crust) arrived. It was quite dark in the restaurant, but luckily I saw something moving in my food in time—a worm. I think the handling of all this is definitely improving, not to go into details now.

I enjoyed lunch here 3x on my recent visit to Amsterdam- it was THAT good. Thank you to the charming servers and compliments to the chef.

A great place for a quiet drink at the bar during the week, with a very hospitable host. Definitely recommended, and I'll be back soon.

Love this place, great food and wine. Melvin was exceptional and really made us feel welcome. Thanks for having us, we’ll definitely be back again.

Thanks to Melvin I had the best divorce party I could have!! All thanks to the extra care of Melvin. Would recommend this place!!

The service was very slow, food was tasty but a bit pricey.

What a fantastic evening! I had a wonderful dinner with friends on Saturday. We enjoyed a leisurely four-course meal. We ate almost everything on the menu and really enjoyed it. Highly recommended, see you soon.

Delicious food, great service, and friendly staff. Definitely recommended!!

Great service, nice atmosphere, and delicious food. See you next time, Lars

Yesterday I was at Margaux for the third time, what a fantastic restaurant! The friendly welcome and the warm atmosphere were fantastic! The fantastic service was matched by the delicious wines and dishes from the kitchen. Perfect for anyone looking for a fun night out with friendly service and delicious food and drinks!

The service is zo moii the food was meeting the expectations! We loved it! THANK YOU MARGAUX

Really tasty French food in a really nice French atmosphere

Amazing food and employees! It has a cozy atmosphere but still spacious enough to not be bothered by everything going on around you. We had the steak with pepper cream sauce. If I could I’d buy the sauce just to eat it with everything. It was so delicious. You really get your money’s worth when dining here.

Really fantastic food, service was great, very attentive and really the most delicious crème Brulee I have ever tasted

Unfortunately after eating the razor clams as a starter I fell heavily sick. Already while I was eating them I noticed some clams had a different flavor/taste than the others but I didn’t think anything at the time. But 1h after leaving the restaurant I started feeling very sick. It was so intense I had to go to the doctor a few days later, who made some tests and discovered a toxin found in those clams was responsible for my sickness. Two weeks after, my stomach is still super fragile and inflamed. The main dish and dessert were very nice but I don’t think I would be returning after this experience. Whatever you do, steer clear from the mollusks/seafood! Note: I also see other comments about people being sick with their mollusks! Also as a “French restaurant” don’t call the bread “baguette” when it’s closer to the Dutch version of a baguette than the real French deal (more crust and less inside dough).

Everything was more than wonderful. The food was delicious and the presentation of the dishes was amazing. My beloved place.

We loved it. We went twice on a two-day trip! We loved the service and the delicious potatoes!

The food was amazing. The service was great and friendly (and Dutch-speaking, which is almost rare in Amsterdam these days). The wine list is excellent. Definitely go here.

Great! Paris in Amsterdam, but with nice service :) Everything was delicious!!

Nice and cozy French style place. If you want to have a coffee, lunch or dinner, the food and service are excellent here 🫶🏼🫶🏼

Fantastic! Lars and Free were fantastic. The food was delicious and they were very hospitable.

The food was delicious! We also received excellent service from Lars and Fre!

A place where I would rather have a drink that eat. I would say that the restaurant relies on its looks to serve slightly below average French food and tries to make it refined by leaving an option to add truffles or caviar as an extra. A faux pas if one asks me.

Delicious food, nice atmosphere and good service.

Good spot. Nice food, excellent service

Very pleasant and classy restaurant. Had a lunch and it was excellent: food, service, environment: all charming and lovely.

We had a wonderful meal at Margaux! The steak au poivre was perfect (even well-done, it was still tender) and the pepper sauce was rich and creamy. Paired with crispy fries and a glass of refreshing Sancerre, it was pure bliss. A pleasant, stylish atmosphere and attentive service – highly recommended.

We went for my birthday dinner and it was brilliant. We love Cafe Garçon and Williams Farmhouse so were thrilled to finally get to another restaurant owned by the same group. Attention to detail in decor, food and service was amazing. Chic without being overly formal. Loved it!

We had a delicious meal in a cozy setting. The dishes are home-style but with a creative twist. A truly wonderful place!

I had diner alone as it happened. Decided to treat myself with oysters and ribeye (450gr), fries and some wine by the glas. Good choice. The meat was more than excellent: excellent taste, very smooth and stil feeling the bite of meat. Loved every byte of it. I could do without the sauce. The wonderful meat should really be cherished without any. The fries were crisp. The oysters, with a good taste to it, were very small indeed. Too small as far as I am concerned. Didnt expect that. The wine was good as well, good choices from the waiter. That was also the only minus point really. Sometimes it took long to get the attention from the waiter/waitress. All in all great experience, I will be back.

Delicious! Huge compliments to the chef. You made our evening! (It's been a while since we've been there). The pheasant was perfect!

Food was good. Terrace is nice.

The overall experience at this restaurant was underwhelming. The service was quite slow, and the staff appeared inattentive. There was also an issue with the bill, where items we hadn’t ordered were included. When we raised the concern, the response lacked professionalism

Great service, good food and a beautiful atmosphere.

If diners think this is good French food, you have no idea! First visit, when it first opened was great; subsequent visit OMG so mediocre...still high prices served with mediocrity on a plate! If you can't get a simple Nicoise salad right (instead of tasting like cheap supermarket ingredients), there's something seriously wrong here. Staff and atmosphere are satisfactory but it is the terrace that tempts diners as it is just such a great marketing 'facade'. Garcon, the sister restaurant is much the same...WAY overpriced mediocrity expanding exponentially taking over good retail spots. That pretty much sums up most of Beethovenstraat's and Oud Zuid's dining scene with a couple of exceptions, really...... C'est dommage!

Slow service. Ridiculously overpriced wines, missing a start of around €30,-. Advice from the sommolier was a wine of €95,- which is actually scandalous and bad advice.

Op een zonnige lente avond heerlijk gegeten op dit leuke terras aan de Beethovenstraat. Mooie wijnen, klassieke gerechten en vriendelijke bediening!

The brasserie is located in a nice part of Amsterdam. You can eat outside on the terrace in the sun or inside. The tables are laid classically. The service is attentive and neat. They have a very extensive wine list. If you want to go crazy, you can also select a top wine for a few hundred euros. The menu is delicious and something for everyone. We had oysters as an appetizer and a delicious Steak au Poivre. In addition, a nice and mixed audience that comes to stay here.

Top wine bar, haven't tried the food but it looks like it will be quite ok. Nice service, nice wine list, top location.

Delicious food, everything was really great! Also had good service. We will definitely come back!

Foie gras is still on the menu in 2025. Not up to date, do not contribute to extreme animal suffering and avoid this restaurant.

Originele plek om te lunchen of dineren. Eten is van goede kwaliteit. Bij mooi weer is het mogelijk om op het terras te lunchen. Terras is redelijk afgeschermd met schermen tegen weersinvloeden. Reserveren is aan te raden om bijvoorbeeld niet aan de bar te hoeven eten.

Indicating your wishes on the site if, for example, you have a lactose problem is pointless. Not taken into account in any way. They come up with something on the spot which ends in a dry mouthful of nothing. It wasn't busy so that was no excuse. Just too much Amsterdam-South arrogance with a hint of disdain. We see this more and more often in Amsterdam. Food was ok. Brioche with six pieces of chicken, a layer of avocado sauce and a lettuce leaf...17 euros.

Great classic French food, excellent wines.

Daniel and the team were amazing - thanks a ton for the hospitality!

Brioche eel and foie gras is a must! Daan the bartender is a real host. Had a wonderful evening!

We hadden hier lunch, ontvangst vriendelijk, maar ga niet voorin zitten als het winter is, ondanks de tochtdeur komt er vreselijk veel kou naar binnen. Als je eenmaal zit is het soms moeilijk de aandacht van het bedienend personeel te trekken. De rose cremant van Poepel is bijzonder mals in de mond, heel smakelijk. De brioche met foie gras was de 25 euro bij lange na niet waard, de paling bovenop het minieme plakje foie gras overheerste en was ook nog eens te koud. De kroketjes met comte kaas waren laf van smaak, je proeft amper de kaas en is de naam kroket niet eens waardig want gemaakt met een of andere dikke deeglaag eromheen. Bah. De Caesar salade was perfect, smakelijk en rijk gevuld. De steak tartaar komt zonder frites, die moet je apart bij bestellen en betalen, raar. De bestelde truffel zat er niet op en moest nog gehaald worden. 35 euro voor een steak tartaar met wat truffel maar zonder frites is echt veel te duur. De ambities van een grande brasserie worden hier (nog) niet waargemaakt.

Vriendelijke ontvangst, alles was zogenaamd gereserveerd dus we werden in een klein hoekje naast de voordeur gedirigeerd aan een bistrotafeltje en ongelukkige stoeltjes. Vlotte gastheer maar die verdween verder uit beeld en werden bediend door een schooljongens van hooguit 17 die heel erg zijn best deed maar zero horeca ervaring had. Hadden er al eens eerder gegeten een paar maanden geleden, inmiddels hebben ze de prijzen gigantisch verhoogd. De steak au poivre is nu opeens 36€ ((Was in augustus nog 26 of 28€...) en daar komt dan nog frites bij à 6 € en sla à 6€ bij= 48€. Niet bepaald bistro prijzen. Echter uitstekende steak met verrukkelijke pepersaus. Vooraf 3 karige coquilles, ook verder goed maar ook weer tegen een heftige prijs (24€). De wijnen gaan minstens 3 à 4x over de kop en zo kost de goedkoopste Sancerre 72€. Past totaal niet in de Franse bistro filosofie van juist de toegankelijkheid van het genre. Zo kom je met z'n tweeën zonder dessert met een fles water en 2 espresso uit op een denderende 240€. En of dat het dan waard was gezeten aan een wankel tafeltje met een kind in de bediening..... Bij het weggaan om 20.30 uur was overigens hooguit 20% van de tafels bezet, dus hoezo 'alles is gereserveerd...'

Great place, food and service. A bit too crowded for Wednesday night, but it makes sense - the place is popular

A classic place it’s always a must on a trip, but my experience was disappointing the quality of the meat was not what I say premium, the service was not at the level either looks like the waitress was kind of tired of attending new people. Been in better places at least in terms of customer service

Excellent service. Good food. Pleasant table companions. Nothing spectacular as far as food goes. €560 for 3 courses for 4 people.

We were truly taken care of by Chef Michael at the Chef’s Table - it was such an unforgettable dining experience! With front row seats, we saw how Chef Michael and his team prepared each dish with passion and precision. We loved each dish especially the oysters, langoustine and duck! If you’re lucky you may even get to try his signature dessert. Can’t recommend it enough!

De entourage, de sfeer, het eten, alles heel fijn a la France. Wijn en ook de menukaart echt frans georiënteerd maar absoluut in orde, bediening losjes, af en toe wat joviaal maar prima. Wat mij betreft Echt een aanrader !

Delicious food, friendly service, could be a little more attentive when it comes to orders in between. But it was rightly super full. Enjoyed!

It's a good place. Not excellent - the devil is in details. + steak tartare had good balance of acid and saltiness + tenderloin was juicy and the pepper sauce was goos + waitress was nice and friendly + inside was quite cozy - why would tartare come w/o yolk and sauce? Why do I have to pay 30eur for this - noone offered us a bread basket. Which is nonsense when you serve escargot and all the herbs and butter need smth to collect - feels like i was cheated on lobster's claws - there is definitely more meat in those - waited 10 mins to pay after we got a bill - light on the wall was blinking, which was quite annoying

Delicious food, the French atmosphere is reflected in everything and a business with staff who show genuine interest and attention to the customer. When we actually wanted to order the vegetables separately from another dish on the menu, the service immediately went to see what they could arrange with the kitchen.

Went to dinner with colleagues. The food was certainly good but the price/quality ratio was a bit out of balance. The wines were also relatively expensive. With the dessert (cheese board) no explanation was given about the presented pieces of cheese. All in all not bad but too expensive for what you get.

What an asset! 'Dad's' been on the road for a year and a half, but what a well-oiled machine. Some surprising dishes on the menu and a great experience because of the trio of chefs led by Driss. The Chef's Table is often the best place for a fun evening, but this one will undoubtedly stick around for a while. The extremely relaxed atmosphere and beautiful menu colored our evening in the combination with the nice connection with the kitchen. Definitely do it - we will be back!

Had a delicious meal with my wife on Christmas Eve. It's nice and cozy. The Brioche with eel and Foie Gras was delicious, as was the steak tartare. The Duck Breast was one of the tastiest I have eaten to date, super tender and well seasoned. During this busy evening, the service was friendly and exuded calm. This was also noticeable during dinner. Highly recommended! We look forward to visiting Willams Farmhouse soon.

We hebben hier gedineerd . Ziet er leuk uit. De zaak is verdeeld in 2 ruimtes. Heel anders qua stijl maar allebei leuk. Het tussen gedeelte met uitzicht op de trap is zeer ongezellig om te zitten. Eten vonden wij prima maar niet bijzonder. Service was matig. Voor ons niet voor herhaling vatbaar.

….oddly enough one of the reviews shows proof of double standards of giving an other guest cancel on terrible served wine One that should be added to dessert wines being so sweet and bad tasting The have to open a bottle for you to try wine of choice. So if you decided you didn’t like the taste the restaurant has the risk of ending up with an open bottle. Unpleasantly they still charged the whole bottle. We tried maybe 1-3 sips and it was way too sweet. The response was very cynical and arrogant. As we didn’t expect it to be soo sweet everyone can make a mistake. We behaved decently and I took 1-2 sips same as testing to find out that it was out of balance Wine is at its best with its poured into proper size wine glass but the guy didn’t get it….while they sell over 50+ wines. Nonetheless it shouldn’t be such a hassle if someone asks kindly ! Will you respond the same to someone prestige if they ask for a glass that is more suitable? I’m half convinced it wouldn’t….as Dutch people are pretty demanding in such places After having starter, main and desert this was a slap in the face. If we mentioned and agreed to taste the wine beforehand they would end up with an open bottle as well…. Yet they decided to charge this bottle so tipping was not the right thing to do anymore. AFFER Not mentioning they would charge the not so nicely tasting wine and they seemed annoyed from the start! I been to Paris many times and never stumbled upon arrogant behaviour bc the French deliver unlike these socially uneducated restaurant staff If you wanna be all French and really be a decent restaurant learn from the hospitality in Paris! I had potatoes out of the oven spring 2024 yet the server passive aggressively told me they didn’t carry it for about a year….which is obviously not true. While I clearly told her french fries and potatoes out of the oven. She faulted me why she was just so busy as my friend overheard me ordering clearly….the lady in question bluntly said I was lying ! How do you even discuss with a quest ? The food is partly great; meat dishes are fresh. Don’t take the add-one of truffel it’s tasteless. Paying 15 euro for truffle that has no taste…even on my fries is a pretty bad Starter with caviar not any taste either….as caviar is pretty salty and flavourful Very bland Green salad were just leaves while before was served with haricots verts and radishes. Making it special and suitable for the overall menu and pricing. So actually they are serving less for the same price But the service is not a match with the greatness of Parisian cuisine and the warmness of the French people. Believe it or not even middle class restaurant are the most welcoming and service oriented places in France Staff is unprofessional and complaining loudly. . I guess they are nice to people who fit the look of “old money” or I don’t know why you would be so rude to guests that could decide to come more often and hence support your business. They obviously don’t care! We felt like second range citizens in all honesty We trusted that it would be somewhat decent wine as you should expect for this “high end” and 25 euro per starter “brasserie” Don’t visit this restaurant with double standards and staff that treats people with little respect Left us a bitter taste in the mouth after having a celebration and being utterly respectful to the staff who had a “busy” night and even an ambulance popping up with a guest blaming them for the fall she made on the stairs going down the toilet. Leaving her with a bleeding bump on her head I felt bad for the staff but I don’t actually anymore They didn’t care at all to make us leave with a nice feeling after spending almost 300 euro

WARNING! NOT KIDS FRIENDLY RESTAURANT! MOST RUDE SERVICE EVER! We came to this restaurant for family dinner with our son who is 1 year old. And when in a middle of dinner our son started talking in his own language (not even crying) Lars from restaurant approached us and asked "if we can do something about it?". When I asked if kids are not allowed in this restaurant, he answered: "kids are allowed, but only of they are not crying"?!? So I asked what he wants us to do he offered to go downstairs to WC area or outside. I was absolutely shocked!!! Of course evening was totally ruined by this argument and we left right after min not even finishing the order. And cherry on top, my husbands coat was given back soaked wet in alcohol... waitresses said some ridiculous excuse about condensate.

Had a nice evening and delicious food!

Delicious food, good service, could be a little more French by painting the walls darker and making the environment more authentic. But definitely recommended!

Lovely tent, delicious food and lovely staff!

It was the worst experience ever. We came for dinner with our family. The food was ok, but it definitely wasn't worth the money spent... Service we got - in one word it was terrible. Our son, 1y.o. was talking a lot his own language (even not crying).. and just imagine - we were "kindly" asked to leave the restaurant because of that! They expel kids from the restaurant! Greetings to "service star" of the place - Lars! Finally, when we were leaving, they brought my wet coat. Apparently, someone spilled alcohol on it... Do not go there! Don't bring kids to this place!

Delicious food and very friendly service. Top. Will definitely go back again.

We had high expectations, but these were far exceeded. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, and the service was excellent. The food was truly phenomenal: every time we thought it couldn't get any better, we were surprised again. Every dish was a tasty experience that exceeded our expectations time and time again. The chef is clearly a master of his craft – a true craftsman.

Had an amazing evening with my girlfriend here tonight, drank beautiful wines and had amazing food!! Thanks to daniel and bram as waiter and michael as cheff. Our night couldnt have been better!! Would recommend this to anyone who would like to have a nice evening of laughter, great food and amazing tastes!!!

High quality restaurant. The food and atmosphere are amazing.

Our first experience at Margaux was not entirely as expected. But this weekend we visited a second time for an extensive lunch and it was great! Dishes were tasty and the service was very friendly. We drank very nice wine and had a pleasant afternoon on the terrace!

Last weekend we sat at the chef's table. Highly recommended to sit there, the dishes were great and so was the service.

Chef's table was a great experience

We wanted a small snack and something to drink, we were in a hurry and it would take a maximum of 30-40 minutes. We had mentioned this. The entire restaurant was empty and yet a waiter said: “Everything is full, find something else.” The gentleman was not willing to help or find a flexible solution.

Very little space between the tables and chairs

The steak au poivre was amazing. Can’t wait to try the cote de boeuf next time I go. Wine is a bit over priced but otherwise I would say this is the best brasserie in Amsterdam.

Great business. Always a guarantee for a fun evening. New chef Michael makes it a real party. Next time we'll sit at the chef's table.

Great food. Very good service. Dris served us top notch all evening.

Great experience with the head chef Michael, he really made our evening with his explanation of everything and his great presentation of the dishes!!

Very good food! Steak tartare was really great👌👌👌 and the tarte tartin

Vriendelijk ontvangst, echter blijkt achteraf dat tafels voor anderen wel beschikbaar zijn. Service na gezeteld te zijn is echt onder de maat. Tergend lagszaam terwijl er weinig mensen in de zaak waren. Wel heeft het personeel uitgebreid de tijd voor vrienden... Eten is inspiratie en smaakloos. Wel mooi opgemaakte borden, jammer dat de kwaliteit tegenvalt. 6EUR voor een broodje met boter en 6EUR voor een portie frietjes is echt te veel van het goede. Uiteindelijk 80EUR afgerekend voor een zeer matige lunch zonder wijn. Eens maar nooit meer.

Lunch/diner hier wel eens zakelijk, goede correcte bediening, goed eten, mooie wijnen en heerlijke BdB champagne. Met mijn vrouw drinken we graag met mooi weer op het terras een glaasje of 2,3,4

What a wonderful and surprising evening with top quality food and drinks at the chef's table!!!! The employees and chef were helpful, friendly and pleasant. We will definitely come back, thanks for the hospitable evening Mike and the rest💪🏼

Cozy French Restaurant in Amsterdam 🇫🇷 Brasserie Margaux, located in Amsterdam-Zuid, is a French brasserie known for its classic art deco decor and relaxed atmosphere. It offers an authentic French dining experience 🇫🇷 with fresh, sustainable dishes like mussels 🦪, foie gras, and tarte tatin, complemented by a wine selection of over 300 varieties 🍷. Whether seated at the bar, by the window, or at the Chef’s Table 👨‍🍳, guests can enjoy a true taste of France. Margaux’s warm ambiance makes it ideal for both intimate meals 🕯️ and larger gatherings 🎉, inviting diners to celebrate life in French style. ✅ Gluten-free and veggie options ✅ Variety of options on the menu ✅ Cozy ambiance ✅ Friendly and attentive staff 🍽️ What we had: - Salade Ratatouille - Tartare Impérial (Petit) - Steak au Poivre - Tournedos Rossini - Filet de Bar - Profiteroles - Crème Brûlée 💸 €50-60 p.p. 📍Amsterdam Oud-Zuid 🔝 Follow us on Instagram for THE BEST places to eat and drink in Amsterdam!

Un bon restaurant français au sud d'Amsterdam : tres accueillant, l'équipe est sympathique l'ambiance est chaleureuse et classique. Nous y sommes allé deux fois et avons été tres satisfaits. Les menus proposés sont excellents et bien présentés. Nous recommandons vivement cette bonne maison.

Nice place, nice classic menu and wine list. Decor fantastic. Unfortunately, the service leaves a lot to be desired. Wait half an hour for the menu, wait half an hour for the menu, wait half an hour for the dessert menu. There are 6 people running and no one makes eye contact, which is a real shame. Especially busy with each other. I find a chef with a cigarette behind his ear unhygienic and inappropriate. If they pay attention to this, it really is a great thing.

I just ate the starter, but this place deserves 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

One of my favorite spots in the neighborhood. It’s a very chic French-inspired restaurant. We often come here for coffee, meals, or breakfast, and we love it every time. Their crème brûlée is one of the best I’ve ever had in my life. The meats were also excellent, cooked just the way I like, and the sauce was so delicious.

Excellent lunch before a long train trip home to london will 100% come back next time I'm in Amsterdam

The 3 of us had dinner. The food was good and French rich. The service was very pushing; While we waited for tablemate 3, we were encouraged to order bread and/or oysters. The dishes follow each other in rapid succession. The space between the tables is extremely tight. The controls bumped into you with some regularity. The noise level inside is that of a market hall.

A very cozy atmosphere, dishes were very good and excellent wine!

Most frustrating dining experience in Amsterdam so far. The servers seemed passive aggressive, our order was not placed in on time and when we asked, we did not receive any answer. Food was mediocre.

Great lunch, steak tartare, brioche with eel & foie gras and the scallops are mega! And a top wine list

We were really impressed. Dutch and super attentive staff. My health is not good and I don't walk well. I was immediately given an easy chair and made myself comfortable. I like everything and it is difficult to choose when there are so many tasty things on the menu. The waitress suggested that I could combine all kinds of small dishes. This way I could try everything. Good wine, good food. Great crowd and I think the decor and atmosphere are fantastic. We will definitely come back. We also think the sister company Café Garcon is a nice restaurant. Delicious food and good atmosphere.

Very tasty meal, Janne and Thimo. Great service, we will definitely be back soon Xx

We hebben op zonnig terras genoten van de Franse klassiekers, die op zeer goede wijze waren klaargemaakt. De bediening was zeer attent. Heerlijke locatie.

It’s a really great place. Very nice and attentive service. Had the lamb and it was amazing.

Had a wonderful evening, the food is very good and so is the service. Nice atmosphere, highly recommended.