La Casona in Grachtengordel-Zuid

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A truly exceptional experience in Amsterdam. From the very first moment, La Casona surprised us with the quality of its cuisine, the attention to detail, and the restaurant's warm and intimate atmosphere. The food was spectacular, especially the steaks, which were perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor. The quality of the ingredients and the care with which they were prepared were clearly evident. The service deserves special mention. The entire team was extremely friendly, attentive, and professional, always making sure everything was perfect, but without being intrusive. This balance made the experience even more enjoyable. The restaurant also has a beautiful, warm, and intimate ambiance, ideal for enjoying a quiet and special dinner. It's one of those places where you don't just go to eat, but to savor the entire experience. And, of course, a huge thank you to Mio, the manager, for his wonderful welcome and for bidding us farewell with such warmth and friendliness. His attention made us feel especially welcome. A true gem in Amsterdam. Excellent food, impeccable service, and a fantastic atmosphere. We will definitely be back!! THANK YOU!

They speak English and Italian in addition to Dutch, but they don't speak Spanish despite the name; they are very friendly.

Nice place, the food is very good, but not exactly cheap.

From the street and menu, this seemed like a great place to try. Best part of the experience was our server, Esther. This girl was personable and sweet! Ordered bread and calamari for starters and between us we shared 3 small pieces of bread and 5 calamari rings. Yes, five total! Then we ordered two steaks, and we waited over 20 minutes while others who were seated after us got served. When we did get our steaks, they were very rare! A medium rare steak shouldn’t take 20+ minutes for it to be served rare and we had to send them back. Disappointing experience. I’d recommend going elsewhere. Only good part, was Esther!!

Had a good meal in a nice and cozy atmosphere.

Came here 7 years ago and I've always said it was the best steak I'd ever eaten (I eat A LOT of steak) I came back here with my children and it was better! Food is incredible, staff are really intuitive and attentive and there was an excellent guitarist which added to the stunning atmosphere! 20 second walk from Rembrandt square. Couldn't recommend this place enough!

The food was very good and the price was very fair. The staff was also very friendly.

It deserves 5 stars, very good service and food. There was even live singing during the meal, but not overly so, creating a pleasant atmosphere.

Yesterday, I made a last quick reservation for my last night in my solo trip to Ams in this restaurant. And their team was so friendly that helped me. For this time I tried the bbq ribs that comes with french fries and salad. And omg it was so good. I love the high quality of the meat and the team was so kind. Thanks a lot 🤩, if you would like to have a good dinner a high recommendation is this place!

A place where excellent food is served with a team of young and very friendly staff! We visited in lunch time and received excellent service and food....

The food was delicious, the meat was juicy and flavorful. The service was excellent, super friendly and attentive… We loved that they had Latin music playing.

Excellent food The meat was cooked perfectly and the service was outstanding.

Great steak, live music, best service. Thanks!!

Delicious steak and excellent service.

I visited this restaurant yesterday. The food was fantastic. The service Alex was perfect and funny. Appreciate him.

Recommend for food quality & quantity (generous portions), good service

Very good food, nice waiter, everything ok.

We thoroughly enjoyed our evening. I have celiac disease and was very pleased with the selection! The service was also excellent :) We would definitely come again.

You can literally taste the Aegentian atmosphere here. Very nice restaurant and delicious food.

Great meat. The service was amazing 😍

We got excellent food with good service and some thorough explanations behind the desserts which we very much enjoyed. I even got to brush up on my less then serviceable Spanish.

This place is a hidden gem. Friendly welcoming staff, cosy atmosphere, delicious food cooked perfectly. I can heartily recommend the Plato Argentinos. Good meal sizes at reasonable prices. Thank you to all for a great evening.

A truly wonderful find near Amsterdam's city center! We ate the tuna salad, the garlic-fried shrimp, and the mixed grill, which was served with a delicious baked potato, sour cream, chimichurri, and a side salad! The icing on the cake was the musician who played guitar and sang beautifully!

Lovely and cozy restaurant. Guitar player plays Spanish music, agrees with Ash's videos Very polite and pleasant service Meat empanada (1 per serving) made of great dough with a nice filling Spare ribs dish was medium sized with a good sweet and spicy sauce, and came with potatoes and cream, and a delicious green salad Recommended

Very pleasant atmosphere with live music. Appropriate guitar with vocals. Very friendly staff. No pressure on the table, plenty of time to order, ample time between courses. Good quality food. Very clean toilets for a change.

One of the best meals you can get in Amsterdam. Staff was so kind and welcoming. Don’t miss out on this one

Lovely place and amazing food. The staff is super nice and helpful. A bit small place but it also ads to the atmosphere.

Amazing steak and ribs. Have to give extra points to the ribs, it falls off the bones and so tasty. Felt the appetizers are a little too cooked it's crumbling. But still worth a visit!

Excellent service, 10 out of 10. The girl was incredibly attentive. The food was delicious. Very cozy place.

Good food for stomach, goof music for soul, good interior design for eyes and good limoncellos for a farewell and best staff above all of them. All in one place.

La Casona offers a refined dining experience marked by tender, well‑prepared meats, warm and efficient service, and a cosy, welcoming atmosphere. The presence of live piano adds an elegant touch that enhances the overall ambience. It stands out as an excellent alternative for dinner, combining quality cuisine with attentive hospitality.

Delicious food (especially the meat), very good and kind employees who speak all languages. Amazing, I would go back a thousand times ❣️❣️❣️😋🤤

The rack of lamb was a bit undercooked. I couldn't chew through it. The beefsteak was good.

Very good experience. Amazing food and live music was the highlight of our dinner. Thank you so much

Even at lunchtime, you can enjoy a good, relaxed meal here. The prices aren't exorbitant, unlike in some other places. 👍

Excellent Argentinian meat, very friendly staff, quick service and nice ambiance with live piano. I highly recommend.

Everything about La Casona was wonderful! Thank you Alex, for your attentive service and all of your help with our order! From meat selection to cooking preferences, right down to dessert and a digestive! Thank you to the entire staff for a lovely evening!

Food quality was great and the service was really good. Worth coming back

On May 26, my girlfriend and I had a wonderful dinner at La Casona. From the service and friendliness to the food and live music, everything was top-notch. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and highly recommend it!

we came here in the evening to eat and were met with such warmth and hospitality. the waitors were really attentive and recommended some things. we spent a very very nice evening and both had the bbq spare ribs and i also had the chocolate mousse as dessert. 10/10 would recommend!!

We were 2 guests, we went around 7:00pm and it was pleasent as it was not so crowded. The service was great, everyone was very kind and always checking to see if we needed anything and if we were having a good time. The food is truly delicious, we ordered a carpaccio and a meat empanada for starters and then Bife de Chorizo with fries and chimichurri for the main course. Every single plate was really tasty, well made. The portions are okay for the price. But in general, very good.

A small, nice restaurant. Good food. Nice staff. Live piano music is nice background music, but here it was played too loudly so it was difficult to have a conversation.

The female staff are very kind and helpful. We thank the employee whose name we don't know but who was very polite. I wish I could say the same for the male waiter. He was rude to both customers and his colleagues. The rib-eye steak was good. The soup could have been better.

My husband’s meat dish was tasty, but the meat soup I ordered contained only 4 tiny cubes of meat, each around half a centimeter in size. We also had an unpleasant experience with one of the male staff members. Before sitting down, we specifically asked whether there was availability, and we were told there was. However, while we were ordering, the same employee came to us and said, “If someone with a reservation arrives, I will ask you to leave your table.” This was quite surprising, especially since there were still 6–7 empty tables at the time. The female staff later reassured us that there was actually no problem, but unfortunately the situation had already affected our experience and we could not enjoy our meal comfortably. The male employee’s attitude was noticeably rude and unwelcoming, not only towards customers but also towards the other staff members.

I’m very picky about my beef and finally I found a place in Amsterdam which has amazing steaks. The pianist only made the dinner 10x better. I’m definitely coming here next time I’m in town

The food is good the service is attentive, But don't believe the specials you see online they will not honor them.

Very friendly staff. Top-notch meat. ALEX AND LAURA SUPER TOP

Great experience, excellent meat, very kind staff (many thanks to Laura), very pleasant atmosphere with South American music

Thank you for this excellent dinner! Best Argentinian Restaurant in town. Friendly, best food, reasonable prices. Top!

I ate amazing meat. It was unbelievable.

Very cozy and nice little place. There was a girl playing piano, and she played it good. Warm, professional and friendly service and very good food. Extra points for tasty Malbec. :)

The food was really good, but the portions were very small. For the price, we expected more.

He have been a group of 4 people it was a great experience staff was very kind and friendly we booked through the fork. Food was amazing the meat was prepared very well no complaints. Thanks

The Argentinian steakhouse has both indoor and sunroom areas. The meat quality was decent, but the cooking was a bit too rough. I think their fire was a bit too high, resulting in quite a few charred parts on the bottom of the meat. This made the meat taste bitter. Since it's a proper restaurant, the quality should be different from street barbecue stalls, right?

Good food service is good and the girl that plays piano there is also really good and adds extra atmosphere

Absolutely fantastic. Good food, pleasant staff, a cozy atmosphere, opens later than a lot of restaurants around it, and right near public transport. Now, I will say I went in quite late - so there wasn’t a lot of people. So others milage may vary, depending on time of day or business. But I think this place is great. 5/5 from me.

Excellent service, atmosphere and the food is incredibly good!

Not only is the meat excellent, the service is top-notch. For those who don't speak fluent English, two beautiful young women, a lovely French woman from Montpellier and a beautiful Belgian woman, welcome you with a wonderful smile and friendliness. An address to remember, with affordable prices, not to mention the pianist who creates a very pleasant atmosphere.

The food was very good and the waiters were absolute geniuses.

A romantic evening out at La Casona, where we were greeted with smiles from the waiters. The meal was generous and delicious. A wonderful discovery for our first night in Amsterdam. No matter where you're from, the waiters and waitresses make sure to adapt to your language. The piano music was very pleasant. A truly lovely time. I highly recommend it.

We visited La Casona twice and had a great experience both times. We tried the house specialties and everything was delicious and well prepared. A special thanks to our waiter, Alexandru, for his excellent service and kindness. We’ll definitely come back!

recommend! everything is top level - this was in 2025... in 2026, unfortunately, it's became worth, so I change my opinion from 5 to 3

Perfect place, perfect people perfect experience 😋

We had a great meal, everything was delicious, and the waiter was very friendly and helpful.

The food was great and the staff very kind to us 😊 Very good red wine 🍷 Greetings from Italy 🇮🇹

Delicious food, great recommendations provided by the staff, thoroughly enjoyed our late night meal.

The Best Argentine In the town !!!! Thank you 🤩 Alexander

Excellent welcome and attentive service. A warm and friendly atmosphere. The food is excellent! Perfectly seasoned and balanced. I loved it! Highly recommended!

Great food. Great service. Great ambience.

Outstanding in every detail : friendly welcome, lively atmosphere, great service, wide choice, and superb food & drink.

A warm and welcoming restaurant. You'll be served with kindness and attentiveness. The food is excellent. We highly recommend it for a pleasant and relaxing experience.

Great food, great service and a great chat.

Wow the food here was absolutely amazing ribs and steak melted with every bite, staff so friendly and the atmosphere fantastic oh the the drinks superb

Delicious food, great service.

Unforgettable Dining Experience! La Casona is easily one of the most memorable restaurants we’ve ever visited. The atmosphere is incredibly lovely and cozy, making it the perfect escape for a great meal. The ribs and steak were the stars of the night—truly an unforgettable taste and cooked to perfection. A huge, heartfelt special thanks to Mr. Medhat for his kindness and hospitality; he made us feel truly welcome and took our experience to the next level. Highly recommended for anyone seeking amazing food and a warm, inviting vibe!

Great food and lovely atmosphere would recommend! ❤️

Food very tasty, service was very good And the atmosphere was quiet

Food very tasty, service was very good

Amazing meat, amazing staff, probably the best in Amsterdam. Highly recommend

As an Argentinian, I highly recommend this place. The cuts of meat were cooked to perfection. I also ordered some fried empanadas as an appetizer, which were truly delicious. The service made me feel right at home. I would definitely choose this place again if I return on vacation here.

Highly recommended!! A very nice place and especially beautiful. We had the bife de lomo and it tasted delicious. We also recommend the tapas as a starter; lots of variety, exactly what we were in the mood for! The service was also excellent; all our questions were answered, and if they didn't know the answer, the manager was fetched and everything was explained carefully. If you want to arrive at a quiet time, it is better to come before 6:00 PM.

We ordered the mixed grill for three people. The menu clearly stated that it comes with fries and salad included in the price, but we were charged extra for three portions of fries. When we asked what meat was included in the mixed grill, the explanation we received was very confusing and unclear. It was not properly explained what meats were part of the dish. The meat itself was very dry and seemed to be covered in sauce, especially the ribs, which felt like it was done to hide the fact that the meat was dry and not fresh. By charging us extra for something that was supposed to be included, it made us feel like they were just trying to take as much money from us as possible. I understand that this is a very touristy area, but that is not how you treat tourists who are ordering one of the most expensive dishes on your menu.

Such a great restaurant in Amsterdam! The food was incredibly tasty and the service was lovely. My friend Najib told me about this place, and I’m really glad he did. Highly recommended!

Great atmosphere, tender authentic Argentinian meat, and extremely friendly staff! Also quite cheap for today's prices. Highly recommended if you're in the mood for a good meal. We will definitely be back!

Talles Team & delicious food. Came to visit from Germany. Superb! 👌

I had dinner here with my friend and we had a really good experience. The food was very delicious and the quality was really good🤩🤩. The service was also friendly and attentive, and the staff made us feel welcome. The atmosphere in the restaurant was cozy and comfortable. We had a lovely evening and can definitely recommend the place.

This restaurant is definitely a 10/10, The food was absolutely amazing and the waitress was absolutely nice and amazing 10/10 the service is amazing would definitely recommend and go there again next time I’m visiting Amsterdam

Typical tourist trap. 100£ tor 3 people grill mix (which I'm pretty sure it was for 2) 1 sausage divided by 3 is ridiculous., in the menu clearly says the fries are included but then they charge you for it. Quality of the food is "meh" To stay away from

Very delicious meat. We tried ribs, steak and grilled meat pieces with veggies. Everything was super delicious.

Is a cute and cozy restaurant ,the food is very delicious and an amazing staff would dine again.

We were really excited based on the reviews! We left quite disappointed by this experience. From the very beginning of the meal, the waitress was incredibly pushy: we simply asked for still water and she suggested sparkling water. In the end, we were charged €7 for a bottle of water when we only wanted a carafe. The baked potato served with the salmon was tasteless, boiled, and wrapped in foil. The salmon was small and surrounded by its own cooking liquid, not very appetizing. The sauces were basic and excessive. I found the meal tedious because the staff were too intrusive and their behavior wasn't very natural. The quality wasn't there, and the bill was rather steep.

This is our second visit! The food is delicious and beautifully presented, the atmosphere is pleasant and relaxing, and to top it all off, the service and staff are impeccable and incredibly kind! We will definitely be back! Thank you!

A wonderful and welcoming place to eat meat. Excellent service from all the staff at this restaurant.

We had a wonderful meal here. We started with toasted garlic bread, which was delicious. Afterwards, we had spare ribs and chicken skewers, with fries, a baked potato, and a fresh salad. For dessert, we shared chocolate profiteroles and a scoop of ice cream. Alex was our host and was fantastic. We will definitely be back!

Super disappointing experience. They offer free shots for proof of a 5 star reviews before customers leave. Unfortunately, I picked this place because of the high google ratings but quickly realized it was a scam. When I asked for the check, my waiter said she’d get it but instead spent the next 10 minutes straight with a table next to me, guiding them through the google review process, giving them shots, providing their check and clearing their table. I politely asked for it again while she was clearing the empty table (while other tables in the restaurant were also empty), and she got upset and asked me what the rush was. Food quality was average. Not bad, but not 4.6 good. The biggest disappointment was the service. It took 45 minutes to get the food after I ordered and getting the check was an ordeal. Them buying 5 star reviews with free shots left a bitter taste. Would not recommend this place.

Unfortunately, I can't tell you what it was like here. I made a reservation through The Fork to redeem my points, and just before I was supposed to go, the restaurant canceled without giving a reason. Never happened before. Luckily, I found another restaurant in time. Based on the response. If it had been fully booked, shouldn't my request have been rejected immediately? I personally think it's very bad when a restaurant does that after the fact. I'm willing to try again and will possibly adjust my review based on my experience.

We had a great experience for dinner tonight at La Casona. We were the party of six and absolutely enjoyed our meals and Argentinian wine. We would recommend this place without any hesitation.

We received a very warm welcome and had a good table. The meat empanadas were better than the vegetable ones. The rib-eye was cooked perfectly but just lukewarm when it arrived. The chimichurri sauce recommended by the waitress went very well with the meat.

My boyfriend and I walked by and decided to eat there; it was really good. The setting was pleasant. The French waitress was very kind and helpful, always smiling.

Really loved my evening here ! Super cosy friendly restaurant with incredibly welcoming and helpful staff. And as for the steak - wow !!! I will definitely return when I am next in Amsterdam! Thank you La Casona!