Café Brasserie Meuwese in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde

Expensive, but delicious food and a lovely sunny spot. Service is fast.

Delicious food and friendly staff

Delicious food for a great price - you don't find that very often anymore

Love love love it! Please try Stew Beef Penne! I ordered Pea Soup and Penne, both were absolutely delicious. Thank you for providing kids friendly options for the menu. My daughter love the plain pasta too. Very welcoming place ❤️

Today, my best frend , my husband and I were there, it was a miracle, I've been living in Amsterdam for two years, I was looking for a place, I couldn't find it, now I know, it's become our favorite place. Very precious and very caring staff. Our chosen dish was steak and it was delicious. I definitely recommend everyone to visit this amazing cafe. good luck

Friendly, well priced and a nice view. We sat outside and enjoyed some toasted sandwiches. Will return!

Excellent food and service, steak with fries.

Excellent restaurant for breakfast, lunch, or brunch. I highly recommend it! 👌

The café has a charming, cozy atmosphere right in the heart of the city, with a lovely view over the Rokin street. Let's face it 99% this cafe is about it's location. If the day is nice , outside , perfect for people watching. The menu offers an OK variety of classic dishes, with highlights including excellent Dutch pancakes, well-prepared sandwiches, and plenty coffee options like illy espresso and cappuccino. The food is tasty and well presented, with dishes like the kogelbiefstuk and crème brûlée, that sort of thing. Prices are reasonable for a central Amsterdam location, ie not reasonable. It's a great spot for breakfast, lunch, or a casual coffee break, with the outdoor seating area being perfect for meeting someone on a nice day during sightseeing or shopping sprees. Service can occasionally be a bit slow but you shouldn't care if you are sitting here anyway.

Super cozy and the food was amazing!! Definitely recommended if you want to have lunch or dinner in Amsterdam city center.

My wife and I had lunch/brunch at Café Brasserie Meuwese during our short stay in Amsterdam and really enjoyed it. My steak frites was probably the best meal I had the entire trip to Amsterdam, and my wife’s pancakes were great as well. Side note, I didn't like the fries or anywhere else in Amsterdam. Maybe its just me. We sat at the window counter and loved people watching while we ate. The only minor downside was that the wait staff wasn’t very attentive, not sure if that’s just the local style but otherwise, the place was fantastic. Definitely worth a visit!

Great brasserie for a bite to eat! Of course, Amsterdam prices at this busy location. Very friendly staff and fast service.

Friendly staff and nice hot chocolate.

The cafe is in a perfect location, there are many tables inside and outside. The waiters work quickly and are very polite. But the quality of the drinks is mediocre for such a price. Cocktails for 13.5 euros taste very watery, coffee and cakes are also so-so. The price is clearly overpriced for a place that is worth it to feel the atmosphere of Amsterdam

On a Saturday evening in Amsterdam, I immediately got a table on the first floor. Everyone was very friendly and attentive. The food was excellent, the price was right. The dessert was delicious. The atmosphere was simple and cozy.

We had breakfast here and it was honestly one of the most enjoyable meals of our entire Europe trip. The food was delicious, the staff were incredibly kind and attentive, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality and atmosphere. Such a lovely place with a great vibe — highly recommended if you’re in Amsterdam!

Nice service, decent food. Sadly had explosive diarhea and intense vomiting after eating a fried fish snack.

We had a bite to eat here during our day trip to Amsterdam. The staff was friendly and gave us a table inside upon request; our small dog was also welcome! The food was delicious, although the pancake was lukewarm. Otherwise, everything was fine! The restrooms were also clean.

Hidden gem! We were passing by, thought it was a cute place, and it was absolutely amazing. Delicious desserts and warm drinks. The chocolate mousse is incredibly creamy and not at all sweet. If you're around, it's a must-try.

Great cozy Dutch cafe brasserie, child friendly, nice view, had a delicious affordable lunch

We had a delicious meal, and the service was friendly. We'll definitely be back when we visit Amsterdam.

The waiters were kind and were fast, the food came quickly in under 20-30 minutes during peak hours and omg the burger was one of the best I have ever tasted. It's a whole spiritual experience with every bite. Even if your budget for going out is tight, the food is worth every single euro. There is no tourist trap here from what I've noticed.

Lovely restaurant / cafe not far from Dam Square or the Central Rail Station. Good coffee, and quick friendly service.

I came especially for the delicious apple pie with whipped cream. The only downside is that the coffee is so small, it only takes two mini sips. For that price, you should get a good cup of coffee, with three double servings. People will probably have a second cup, but not for a mini coffee. So please be more generous with the size of the cups and the coffee.

It’s in a great location with cute views of the area. The vegetarian options are clearly labeled. The service was good. Everyone was open to helping us.

El lugar no te grita con su simple interior, pero basta con ver cómo la señora del bar preordenó diversas bebidas para querer quedarse aquí. Ella trabaja en silencio pero profesionalmente, y ella está feliz de presentarle tye mejor en las bebidas. Las comidas que pedimos eran inesperadamente buenas. He comido salmón al horno en muchas formas con muchas rodajas, y en este restaurante me sorprendió positivamente obtener un sabor perfectamente equilibrado , cubierto con una rara combinación de semillas de granada! Sin duda volvería allí de nuevo y te recomiendo también.

Amazing lunch spot in Amsterdam. Service is great, very quick. Each time I have visited the food has been very fresh and made to a high standard.

The coffee was so delicious... simply perfect😍

Leaving here with the most happily full stomach. The vegetarian penne was flavored so well and the Niçoise salad was very tasty even without dressing. Finishing it off with a nice espresso and the most yummiest crème Brûlée. Truly a delight!

Food or coffee or sweets all good Team are so friendly

Nice place ,do not know about food but for coffee lovers not a place I was shocked and lost speech to see how my Latte was made ..To make it they dump left over from cofee machine from 2 caps staying under 2 cofee nozzels ( assume slow drip or overshoot from nozzels) and poor hot steamed milk in it without bother to try make a foam Even in very busy crowded places never see doing like this .Machiatto probably will be big challenge for them to do . Very suprise see review below with very good expirence for coffee

The food is good, service is fast and friendly, prices are friendly. Almost everything is possible, top place!

Top tent , vooraf gereserveerd tafel stond klaar , vriendelijke snelle service! Eten is super mooie porties en voor ieder wat wils ! Mooie lokatie dus echt een aanrader!

Tomamos bebidas y una comida ligera aquí una tarde. Lo bueno. 1 . La ubicación cerca de uno de los sitios turísticos del canal es un gran lugar para la gente que mira. Nos sentamos en la terraza al aire libre. 2 Tomaron una gran variedad de bebidas, y comimos papas fritas y mayonesa. 3 . El servicio fue eficiente y amable. Lo malo Nada. En general Es un gran lugar para pasar la tarde

Took our party of 6 without a reservation right away by rearranging tables. Tasty beers on tap. All food was served hot and fast.

Nice place, great for sitting outside on Sunny days. Food ok

Very good...I would like to thank in particular the lady who was at the counter and who supported me when my partner felt unwell...we will come back on our next visit. Thank you for everything 🖤

The wind was cold despite the sunshine so we ducked into this little brasserie along a canal. Inside was warm and we got a table by the window. I ordered chicken satay and a side of chips. My partner ordered the nicoise. The chicken was very tender and the peanut sauce complemented it perfectly. We finished with a glass of prosecco. The service was excellent. I would go back .

I'm surprised at the consistently positive reviews. Was there on May 5th, 2025 and have never eaten so expensively and badly. I had a glass of mineral water and a mushroom toast (€17.15). With a lot of good will the toast can be called crispy, I think it was rather old, hard bread that was toasted. The mushrooms - from the jar - were simmered black, no fresh parsley or chives, no cheese either, but a lot of dry (i.e. not marinated) arugula. The dog at the next table was the worst. It was so cute that everyone touched it, including the waitress (luckily not my waitress - at least I didn't see it during my stay). The dog had gotten water and there was a wet rag under the table, which the waitress then picked up, wiped the floor and disposed of the rag, but unfortunately didn't wash his hands afterwards and continued serving. After visiting this brasserie, I was afraid that my visit to Amsterdam would end in a terrible gastrointestinal catastrophe. Luckily that wasn't the case. Nevertheless: cleanliness no star, quality of the food no star, service at my table was ok. Addendum: Strange, I can't find my rating when I go to the brasserie.

Got there just 40 minutes before closing but they still let me order a gin tonic that saved my life. Great staff as well.

Food is delicious, staff thinks along AND they speak Dutch!

Such a lovely cafe by the canals.. Apple pie is awesome!!

We had a hot drink early in the morning, a very pleasant and clean place, ideal for discovering the city starting with this place.

They were kind and welcoming, as someone who can only eat gluten free they were really accommodating to my allergy and I had a lovely and delicious time!

Gets full quickly after lunch! Great sandwiches and beer!

We were able to get a spot in the sun, had a lovely seat, the service was super friendly, the food was fantastic. Place on the Rokin is great.

The staff was very friendly and the coffee was delicious.

Wij hebben hier geborreld na ons bezoek aan het Rembrandthuis vanwege de Van Hoogstraten tentoonstelling. Wat een fijn personeel hebben zij hier (geen uitzendkrachten met 0 % verstand van horeca). Op een mooie plek in de zaak met fraai uitzicht hebben wij genoten van bitterballen, gefrituurde garnalen en zoete aardappelen met bijpassende sausjes en een lekkere fles Pinot Grigio uit Alto Adige (Zuid Tirol) en gemeentepils (water zonder meerkosten). Hiervoor hebben wij krap € 60 moeten afrekenen, een heel nette prijs-kwaliteitverhouding. Wij komen hier zeker terug, mede vanwege de mooie ligging naast het metrostation Rokin.

It was delicious and the service was very good too

Great place to enjoy a meal. We sat upstairs right by a window over the canal. Staff were friendly and fast and food was delicious.

Delicious salad, but the interior is colorless.

Nice place, nice food. Cozy sitting on the 1st floor, a quiet place in a busy city. The portions are not that big, but you pay the right price for them. Nice and limited menu, but fresh products. Smooth operation.

Brasserie and gluten free bread. Smallish but perfect menu

My visit today to Al-Kufi was on Tuesday at 4:00 It's very cold outside My order was cappuccino I rate the order 10/10

Their coffee & dessert is very delicious, their treatment is very kind, the place is quiet, and the location and view are wonderful

Been back here twice already. Super nice location and the meat is really tasty here! The lamb with red wine sauce is truly divine!

I was looking for a pasta restaurant recommended on Google Maps, and it was a good restaurant because there were a lot of people there. However, I chose toast, and although the selection wasn't very good, the food was okay. Menus like sandwiches seem to be more common and better. I really recommend the French fries. Coffee doesn't seem to be that good.

Only had a drink, but the menu invites me to come back for dinner. Nice thing. Friendly staff and cozy interior.

No hablamos holandés, pero esto no fue un problema. La bienvenida fue cálida y ofreció varios lugares para sentarse. La pronunciación y comprensión del inglés fue excelente. El conocimiento de los alimentos ofrecidos fue ejemplar. La comida era muy sabrosa y el filete se hizo exactamente como se pidió y sabroso. La pasta con pollo es un plato sencillo y estaba excelente. Es tan fácil arruinar platos fáciles, pero se tuvo cuidado y fue un placer comer.

cozy place, delicious cappuccino

My family and I ate very well. A special mention to the chicken sate and their famous apple pie! I loved it!

Precioso café, deliciosos sándwiches tostados, pastel de manzana y cafés. Precios razonables para el centro de la ciudad y el camarero más agradable - él es fabuloso!

Delicious deer pie! Location is great! Next to metro station, nice view of Rokin. Beautiful menu and friendly, attentive and fast service. Highly recommended.

The service is extremely friendly and the food was delicious. I think the location and the atmosphere are beautiful. Had a really delicious lunch and the menu was also suitable for vegetarians.

friendly service, good location and atmosphere, and reasonable prices. i visited on a wednesday evening and i could find a very good table without a reservation. it was calm and quiet. i would definitely visit again.

We wanted sweet wine which they did not have in the menu but waitress still arranged it which was very considerate. Dessert was not really good however.

Love this cozy place in Amsterdam where you can always sit down for a delicious lunch and/or coffee

A warm atmosphere and very good service. Recommendation: the apple pie with whipped cream is simply to die for 🤩 My friends regretted the slightly less generous, although succulent, portion of cheesecake.

I recommend the salmon breakfast, along with a double espresso and a fresh orange juice.

Great location with beautiful canal views. Service top notch. The Chicken Sate w peanut sauce was amazing!

Ένα υπέροχο σάντουιτς μεγάλη ποικιλία σε γλυκά και υπέροχο προσωπικό .Μην το χάσετε , και σίγουρα μην δείτε την βαθμολογία του απέναντι και πάτε εκεί .Πηγα και στα δυο επιλέξετε αυτό

Muy recomendable!! Excelente ubicación, muy buen ambiente. Muy bien atendidos. Entramos para picar algo y descansar un rato. Patatas, sándwich, todo muy rico y cerveza Texels extraordinaria.

Delicious lunch, pleasant service

Enjoyed a delicious lunch. Beautiful view over the Rokin from the 1st floor

Visité aquí a la hora del almuerzo y se le dio una mesa en el primer piso que tenía una gran vista sobre la calle. Ambos queríamos probar las tortitas holandesas así que tuvimos una con queso y tocino. ¡Estuvo delicioso! El servicio fue excelente. Nuestro camarero era muy amable. Un gran lugar para el almuerzo!

Terrible espresso and lying staff. Even though i asked if it’s from espresso machine, they lied and said yes then serve directly from a low quality machine instantly. If they said they don’t have espresso machine, i would be happy to give 5 stars for transparency and truthfulness

We are still sitting. Everything is beautiful. The staff is caring. Thanks We will come again tomorrow

Absolutely recommended - we would come back here immediately on our next visit to Amsterdam. The very best thing we ordered was the onion soup from the daily menu - it was simply fantastic. All other dishes and the cakes were of course also excellent. The staff were without exception very friendly and helpful - that's how it should be. Many thanks to the team for the great evening.

Great place great location! Food was fantastic. Really friendly service too.

Excellent food prepared with care. Pleasant service.

Popped in as saw people eat apple pie and cream and was best decision ever lol. Pie was so nice and was freshly baked and was so light and tasty. Was so good we brought some back to take home to eat.

We often eat there when we spend a day in Amsterdam. It's always good and the service is great!

We had a great time. Great coffee and cake. thanks

Food is amazing, cafe is perfect on a sunny day if you want to sit outside - and the guy that served us is a legend

Only stopped for a coffee. Service is hospitable and smooth. Coffee was just okay.

Very nice atmosphere and super delicious food. We had beef caspaccio and mussels and both were really delicious. Dogs are also welcome

Every staff member i so nice and kind. I orderd Steak fries, medium well cooked. It was AWSOME!!!! Steak was great cooked and delicious. They even added vegetables to my meal. Worth to visit and eat here.

What a nice surprise. We were walking through the city when we saw this nice spot. The space is beautiful, such a nich atmosphere. People were friendly and the food was delicious. The ☕ is illy, so you know it is a good one! Next time in Amsterdam, a place to go for sure.

Nous avons pris notre petit déjeuner 3 jours de suite. Tout était bon et le personnel très présent et sympathique Les toilettes sont toujours propre

Fermati per caso passeggiando per il quartiere Rokin e la scelta è stata giusta. Posto carino e ben posizionato, mangiato bene …pane buonissimo!!! Consigliato

Nice restaurant, in a nice place. The mussels and fries were amazing! Wine was good and people were super nice! Loved it and warmly recommend it !

Cozy brasserie that still feels authentic despite its tourist location. Our favorite lunch spot in the center of Amsterdam. The French onion soup (in winter) is especially delicious!

Tasty, tourists behave and you’re welcomed 🫶🏼

Very fast and good service and delicious lunch!

Kann das Lokal für sein Frühstück nur empfehlen. Der Service ist sehr nett und das Essen hat ein gutes Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis mit mega Lage.

Just perfect, went to Rembrandt square first. So worth a visit, staff so lovely food perfect. Friends had salads and I had the pasta and mussels

Eindelijk weer eens een ouderwetse lunchroom. Ideaal gelegen aan het Rokin. Met Nederlandse bediening door enkele dames. Goed gegeten

Tasty but expensive and full of tourists

It is a nice restaurant in the middle of the centre of Amsterdam. Nice atmosphere and lots to see. The food was nice and the service was good. They have homemade cakes.

Nice restaurant with a terrasse right next to Rokin metro station. The salads were very good, not your standard basic salads. Service was friendly and efficient. A good option after a good shopping session!