Levant Restaurant in De Weteringschans

Highly recommended if you love Mediterranean cuisine! The starters were fantastic, the main courses incredibly delicious, and the service was super friendly and very fast. The restaurant has very pleasant seating, but the highlight is the winter garden terrace right on the canal.

Delicious Turkish food, cozy atmosphere, and friendly service. Highly recommended! Delicious Turkish food, cozy atmosphere, and friendly service. Highly recommended

Came here for my anniversary dinner and it was fantastic- they wrote a note for us that was waiting at out table, we were sat right next to the canal, the food was amazing, and the service was impeccable (super friendly and attentive). 5/5 could not have asked for anything better. highly recommend!!

Had dinner here, close to canal tour boats. Excellent food and a comfort to have a nice sit down meal with a good selection. One of the few meals I had in Amsterdam that I would recommend and return to. I had the duck with lots of nice fruits and my niece had something else she enjoyed.

It is a really nice atmosphere; lovely people, fast service, good food and meze; the backyard is by the canal that is a good scene for dinner.

Delicious food, right at the water and very attentive and nice service.

A nice and cute place. I recommend it.

Pizza looks like everything but pizza and the taste 🤮

Excellent Turkish restaurant 'on the upscale'

The appetizers are varied and delicious, and each one is visually appealing. The eggplant and fish main dishes are delicious, and the rice is amazing delicious.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience here was disappointing enough to warrant one. The restaurant is significantly overpriced for what it offers — both in terms of food quality and overall service. The most frustrating part was the staff’s behavior. They were unprofessional and surprisingly rude. At one point, we were warned for supposedly talking too loudly, even though our table was speaking at a normal volume. It felt more like being scolded than served. The food itself was average at best — poorly cooked and nowhere near worth the price. Given the combination of bad service, unwelcoming atmosphere, and high cost, I would not recommend this place to anyone. There are far better options out there for your money.

I have been coming here for years, super friendly staff, with attention for you as a guest! Inside beautifully set tables, outside on the terrace you can sit wonderfully by the water in the summer. Food is good, fish, meat, vegetarian, tasty mezzes and the lemon tart is not to be sneezed at. The Turkish white wine delicious. In short: a must in a top location! Thanks again dear people.

Lovely food and very nice people! The wait was a bit long but the food tasted delicious.

We discovered Levant Restaurant by chance. The meze – shrimp, sea asparagus (Deniz Börülcesi), octopus and girit ezme – were delicious. As a main course we ordered the sea bass based on a recommendation. The fish was very fresh and well cooked, with a crispy crust. The ambience inside was particularly pleasant, accompanied by a wonderful nostalgic Turkish playlist. The decor is very tasteful, with old black and white photographs of convivial dining tables. For dessert we chose rice pudding. The sweetness was perfect, only the rice could have been a little softer. The Turkish coffee was kindly served on the house. The visit was definitely worth it.

Beautiful views and amazing food! Highly recommend.

Whole roasted sea bream with shephard salad was excellent.

The indoor atmosphere is excellent Service and service speed are extremely sufficient Taste = amazing :) Albanian liver is definitely recommended. Additionally, the fisherman's stew was delicious and delicious. The appetizers are plentiful and satisfying. Beylerbeyi navel is an important aspect of raki, available in all sizes. In conclusion, it was my first time visiting, but I'm sure I'll visit often from now on. The only negative comment: I wish it was brewed tea :)

Was looking for a restaurant near Museumplein and found this gem! Such an amazing dining experience ✨ Amazing food Friendly service Picturesque view from the terrace Reasonable price for the quality Some memorable snippets: - we walked in and was initially sat down in front of the register. Then seeing our unsure face, we were offered, "would you like to sit in the terrace?" We still look uncertain because we don't like noise. Then he said again, as if reading our mind, "don't worry, it's a closed terrace with a nice canal view". Very hospitable. - the food arrived with smokes still going out of them. Super hot and hearthy meal. Nice! - the waitress was attentive to us the whole time so it's easy to get some service I'd highly recommend this restaurant for anyone!

A nice dining spot in Amsterdam where you can find a variety of Turkish cuisine. Seafood and red meat options are available. The canal view is a bonus.

5 stars! This place has restored my faith in restaurants. I really appreciate the warm and welcoming service, the well-maintained space with crisp white tablecloths and napkins, and the fresh, homemade-tasting food. Everything tasted so good, clean and thoughtfully prepared, all while enjoying a beautiful canal view. I ordered the grilled chicken thigh with grilled vegetables — both were perfectly caramelized and seasoned, really delicious. My husband had the gambas, which were also delicious, and for dessert, we shared the rice pudding — soft, creamy, and absolutely perfect. I’d also recommend starting with the aubergine and tomato with bread — a flavorful and satisfying appetizer.

A wonderful environment where you can experience the privilege of Turkish cuisine in Amsterdam. Slightly expensive but.

Soothing atmosphere, delicious food and great service. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a good moment, whether with friends or family!

Stumbled in here on my own for a prix fixe and boy was the food, flavour and service more than I expected. They don’t make you feel weird about walking in, or dining solo. Highly recommend if you are like me, in the area, new and on your own exploring the city. Turkish bouillabaisse with “sea fruits” and bread 10/10

Firat is a nice and warm person. Very kindness and interesting. The food is tastey and we really love the atmosphere which is warm and beautiful, people gathering like a family.

The food and service are very good. But pricey. Tasty Turkish food, expensive.

Their food is good. I can't say it's great, but it's nice. Still, I don't think it deserves its price. The service is very bad. You sit more comfortably in the taverns on the corners of Kadikoy. They always make you feel like you spent less. That's why there is a big problem with service. We never felt comfortable sitting. There is only a channel for the atmosphere, you are next to it. They don't have anything extra for the place. It's a mediocre place.

Levat is an absolute gem in Amsterdam! From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is warm and inviting, with a stylish yet cozy interior that sets the perfect mood for a great dining experience. The food is simply outstanding—every dish is beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The ingredients are fresh, and the menu offers a great balance of classic favorites and creative dishes that showcase the chef’s expertise. I highly recommend trying lamb grills dishes, as it was an absolute highlight of the meal!

Old School resteraunt, but very friendly

A quality and decent environment

Everything is great. It's nice to speak Turkish and listen to Turkish music in the background.

Highly reccomend the mezzes. Our favorite was ezme

I have been to the place three years ago and the last week. The quality of the food improved tremendously. All mezzes and main dishes were very tasty, I strongly recommend the fish, it is very professionally cooked. The service was great, definitely recommended.

Cozy, Turkish-Mediterranean. We were a small group from Cyprus, service was super patient and friendly. The best thing is, the boss Ramadan is personally there for the guests! I'd love to come back.

This was one of the really good turkish kebab resturaunts, friendly, ayran was not available and the mezza and lamb chops were delicious!

Average taste and presentation, but unnecessarily expensive. I don't think I will go again.

Amazing food and is correctly named best turkish restaurant in the Netherlands.

Delicious food and great service! We really enjoyed the mezzes, the main course and the dessert. The service was very friendly and the atmosphere was good. Location was great, close to Museumplein and Leidseplein. I really recommend this restaurant to everyone.

Everything was very beautiful and delicious. I especially recommend the lemon cake :)

Delicious food! Friendly service, very nice heated and covered terrace by the canal.

The owner of the buryet is very cute, the lady is very kind, the food is delicious.

What a great restaurant, delicious dishes, great service. A really nice place to enjoy a quiet evening.

So online, I was searching for the best turkish restaurant in the benelux. The name Levant came up a few times. So I booked a surprise dinner for my girlfriends birthday (who is turkish). She was also homesick (comes from Istanbul). The atmosphere was amazing. We had a beautiful table with candle light, absolutely very hospitable owner and amazing food. This restaurant didn't fall short of my expectations and with very decent prices. Thank you for everything and we will be back!

Really delicious flavors from the Levant region. hospitable hosts and nice staff. the downstairs spot by the water is beautiful. many vegetarian options!

The restaurant is Turkish, the food is beyond imagination and very delicious 🤤🤤❤️❤️❤️ We ordered fish and goat shoulders, beyond description.

Delicious food, friendly people, and a beautiful room

In one word, it was a wonderful dinner, really friendly people...

Delicious food, very good service! Super nice service!

Super food, super cozy, super service

It was a terrible experience. I opened this Google account to make this comment. Think of it as a plain cafe selling only raki and appetizers.

The food and atmosphere were good, but the owner and two employees there acted like they were on the top of an iceberg. We ended up having dinner there with six people, and they treated us as if we were in a restaurant for the first time. My phone rang, and when I answered it, the waiter came over within a second and told me to use earphones. This affected us negatively. A small child with us made a mix of the mezze's on the table on his own plate, which apparently irritated the owner, and he wanted to take the child's plate away. We then became very angry, but did not respond. As a conclusion: the food is tasty, but the owner and the waiter were extremely strange, cold and unpleasant. I never want to receive such a reception again while paying to eat. I don't recommend it to anyone either. I went there for the service and to spend a nice time with my family, but the constant intervention at our table was a terrible experience. I don't recommend anyone to go to Levant Restaurant and have a bad experience with your money and family.

The food was delicious, the person was super friendly, we really felt at home and one of the family. The owner was very friendly and involved. We will definitely come back!

I passed here several times and I like Mediterranean food, so for once I didn't continue direction Leidseplein but entered. Cosy place, and the menu is small but attractive. I had Karides Tava, shrimps with mushrooms and tomatoes in garlic sauce, and then Ördek, duck breast with dried prunes and nuts. Well, I was certainly not disappointed! The shrimps were delicious and a tad spicy, loved this dish! The duck breast was just Rosé, exactly as it should be, and the orange-based sauce with nuts was the perfect companion. I'm not exaggerating if I say this is in my top 3 of restaurants of the last half year.

The most Cozy restaurant in Amsterdam and the food is just as perfect. Recommend to everyone!!!

Nice atmosphere! Food is not ok, the hummus was great, however other mezzes and our main were just ok. Service was good in the beginning and then declined.

One of the best meals I've had in Amsterdam! This is the place to go for a traditional Turkish experience. The fish soup was phenomenal.

Best Turkish restaurant in town, hands down. Beautiful meze, main course & athmosphere

Decent food. Been here at least 20 times. Every single time the service gets worse. Owner and head waiter are professional. Rest of staff repeatedly made us very uncomfortable. Now they hired new serving staff and its the worst ever. I don’t think we’ll ever go back.

My boyfriend and I had dinner there yesterday. The inner space of Levant was empty the time we arrived. The employee led us to the lovely terrace downstairs, which is right next to the canal, is decorated nicely and there is music in the background. All the people working there were very kind, constantly making sure we feel comfortable. We ordered one salad to share, one main dish each and one carafe wine. İmportant note that every wine on the menu, was Turkish and that definitely added to the experience. Regarding the food, we got the çopan salad, which was nice, but the highlights were the mains. We had the duck fillet with fruits and nuts, which was tender and well cooked. We also got the veal and lamb mince with pistachios and vegetables, which was so fragrant and fresh. Overall it was a great dinner and we will return in the future for sure!

It is an establishment where you can eat very delicious food. The staff is very attentive. This is a restaurant where you can feel like you are in your homeland. We would like to thank Mr. Ramazan and Fırat.

Delicious food! Friendly people. We'll come back again.

The taste was okay, but I left because I was offended by the waiter. In order to sell at least one more item, they keep changing the order by telling them to just eat the main course if they want coffee or that they will tell them. They open water without even ordering it and pour it into a cup, or they put bread on the table even though I said I wouldn't eat it. They brought me a tray to sell me a starter (I think that's what they usually do at this store) and even though I refused, they forced me to listen. I was upset so I only ate the main meal and didn't have dessert. If we keep doing this, we won't be able to sell much food~~

For two hours I felt back in Istanbul. Classic, authentic, formal. Good food: the liver was quite tender and Ezme didn't taste like tomato paste (which most Turkish restaurants make it so). Nice customers. Highly recommend.

One waiter in particular treated us very poorly, they rushed us to order, and if we asked for a recommendation he told us that he didn't know, the truth is that it left a bad experience. Other than that the food is delicious, good location, close to the museums.

Says open, we went there and all the lights were on, people inside and they told us it’s closed. No why, no sorry nothing. Came all the way for nothing, a shame

We had a delicious meal here prior to a visit to Paradiso. Unfortunately we had to limit ourselves to a main course because we didn't have much time. Overall we thought the prices were very reasonable for the various dishes on the menu. The service was friendly and attentive, as it should be! The restaurant consists of 2 floors. The upper one is at the level of the Weteringschans and downstairs is the kitchen and the covered terrace on the water. Next time in Amsterdam we will take more time to eat here.

Excellent evening on the terrace by the canal. The food is excellent as well as the wines (red and white). The staff is very pleasant. Heartwarming welcome. The price is right. I recommend!p

Great experience and great food!

Great turkish restaurant. Turkish colleagues who brought us there praised the authenticity and deliciousness of the meals.

Nice halal food and friendly people

I am living for 29 years in Europe and this is the best Turkish Restaurant I've discovered so far. The dishes are modernised but the same taste like in Istanbul! Thanks guys!

Last Sunday, my friends and I had a lovely dinner at Levant, a Turkish restaurant situated in a charming classic building with a canal-side terrace. The ambiance of the restaurant was very pleasant. The food was beyond delicious, and the service was warm and welcoming. We began with a generous Mezze spread accompanied by fresh Turkish bread, followed by flavorful main dishes and indulgent Baklava with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert. Every dish we tried was exceptional, showcasing authentic flavors. Levant stands out as more than just your typical Turkish kebab restaurant, offering a truly memorable dining experience. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a taste of authentic Turkish cuisine.

A truly great restaurant. The food, the atmosphere, the attention are all top notch. I brought my team of 10 people to Levant to introduce Turkish cuisine and they did not let me down :). Respects

Good food, the Turkish wine was excellent. expensive.

Fantastic place, great service, tasty food and nice water front terrace.

Beautiful flavors are brought to you in a friendly manner!! We will definitely come back.

Delicious food, friendly staff, just a really nice place!

Normally, I would give it 5 stars, but if the group spent over 300 euros is Turkish, the group should not be charged for tea and coffee. Turkish If you are a restaurant, the Turks who come and spend well should have some privilege. When I told him, my friend offered it to him just once, but it ended up being discontinued. Apart from that, the appetizers and meals are very good and very nice. Service: 4/5 Taste: 5/5 Price / Performance: 4/5

Super tasty food, nice staff, fast and good service. Highly recommended, best Lebanese food in the area!!! Love it, see you soon Levant!

One of my favoriye Turkish food spot in the city! Tasty and fresh mezez

We had a lovely dinner on the canal. The lamb was perfect.

The waiter or customer service rep at the door was so rude to me. Don’t waste your time or give this please your business.

Would like to give double the number of stars in all areas. and.Here everything is more than good.

Il faut absolument goûter la viande ici. Stop by, you won't regret it..

I enjoyed a nice evening at Levant Restaurant. Upon arrival we asked if we had a reservation, we didn't so we were taken to a downstairs area with a beautiful view of the canals. The mezzes were excellent and the main course was superb. I had lamb cutlets and they were perfect, nice and tender. We did not have desert but I'm sure it would have been fantastic.

If i was able to give more than 5 stars to the service, I would have…We recently dined at Levant and it deserves 5 stars for sure. We starting with three “meze”, which were Muhammara, grilled Octopus and purslane with yogurt. Then for main dish we ordered “kuzu tandir” and duck meat, which were culinary delights! The service was amazing since everyone who works there is welcoming and tries to give you the best experience! I’d say the hospitality was top-notch. While the restaurant leans towards the pricier side, it was worth it! Definitely a must-try Turkish restaurant for those seeking a true Turkish (not only doner) culinary experience.

Good food. And with the new patio covers on the water, it's absolutely beautiful. Pleasant ambience. Nice people.

We had an incredible time at Levant! The atmosphere was amazing, and the food was absolutely delicious. As someone who has lived in Istanbul, I can confirm that the taste is truly authentic. I've been to a few Turkish restaurants in Amsterdam before, but they never quite captured the same flavors I'm used to. So I was a bit skeptical when I went to Levant, but let me tell you, it exceeded all my expectations! The outdoor seating area is like a dream, with a killer view of the canal. It's the perfect spot to enjoy the weather. And the inside is super cozy too. I can't wait to go back this weekend! Trust me, you don't want to miss out on this hidden gem. Give it a try, and I promise you won't be disappointed!

Amazing food, great service, friendly staff. It is literally the best Turkish restaurant in Amsterdam!

We went on Valentine's Day without a reservation, they didn't turn us away, thank you🫶🏽 We ate fish, it was delicious, thank you <3

Baklava is a bit bland :) but other than that, attention, friendliness, taste, warm atmosphere... thank you very much for contributing to making our girls' meeting an unforgettable night.

The location is good, close to the museum square, but it is not like real Turkish cuisine, it is not bad if the expectations are not raised too much. The taste and service level is at a level you can find anywhere, there are a few places in Amsterdam with real Turkish cuisine standards.

Thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience with Turkish cuisine. Nice selection of starters. My husband had the duck and I had the beef sirloin. We also enjoyed our conversation with the owner. Lovely relaxed and both elegant and informal atmosphere.

Delicious Turkish food and great service! The restaurant is beautiful and the location is perfect, just a 3-minute walk from the Rijksmuseum. It was a highlight of our trip to Amsterdam. Highly recommend!

Delicious food, excellent service & nice people

The location is very good and the food is a bit expensive, but it fills you up. The service was good, but it seemed a bit touristy, so I took off one star. I asked for tap water and he said he knew, so he brought me a water bottle and poured it into my cup without me having time to refuse. After we finished eating, I asked for a bill and we rounded up to 3 euros and split it without saying a word. (If it is not divided, of course it would be right to ask the last person to receive less money or at least ask, but I just calculated it). Did you originally not understand the words well? But when I saw the calculation, I thought it was intentional. Others, please be careful.

I can say that Levant is one of the best Turkish restaurants you can go to for a nice dinner in Amsterdam. It is very close to the Rijksmuseum, but in a quiet spot. The decor is simple and stylish. Having white cloths and cloth napkins on the tables is a plus point in itself. There is a beautiful terrace downstairs by the canal. It should definitely be tried when the weather is nice. Levant's chefs, who have been serving in the same place for 24 years, came to Amsterdam from Mengen and Denizli. There is an extensive appetizer list that is healthy and delicious. In general, Turkish restaurants in Europe tend to degenerate and adapt their dishes to European tastes, but Levant has been honest about this. They prepare their meals no different than in a good restaurant in Turkey. As main courses, there are options such as lamb tandoori, fish, chicken and duck breast. All the dishes were delicious, except the duck breast was a little tough. An extensive wine and raki list is also available. The service is also very attentive.

The most beautiful atmosphere in Amsterdam when it comes to having a Mediterranean cuisine and night. Great food and service. You must listen to the traditional songs they play which are mostly special for a ‘Raki’ night in Turkiye.

I think this place is targeted more towards non-Turkish people if they are looking for something different. Humus spread was the best thing they served. It was delicious. We ordered liver as starter which was ok. I expected some fried potatoes in the dish. It was just the liver and onions. Then we ordered fish (çipura), lamb tandır and köfte. Köfte was really good. Very tasty but the fish wasn't so great. And I had way better tandır than this. We ordered desert as well (ayva tatlısı). It was ok but I didn't get why it was served with ice cream. So if you're a Turkish person looking for a Turkish taste I wouldn't recommend Levant. I should also note that I haven't tried any of the mezes apart from the hummus. Maybe for a rakı & meze night it might be ok.

Delicious food, fast and kind service, cozy atmosphere

Amazing Turkish food with proper mezes and true-to-heart character of olden Pera restaurants in Istanbul. Mezes being served on the tray and excellent selection of Raki's make this place unique and authentic. Highly recommended.