Papa Ali HALAL Steakhouse, Mix Grill Restaurant in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage

Excellent halal restaurant, a pleasant surprise. Good value for money. Warm welcome. I recommend it.

This restaurant is the best restaurant in Netherlands the dood was really delicious and tasty and worker their are so polite and respectful so my opinion to go these place every day

I swear,, The most delicious food ever ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Thats an amazing and delicious food, i tried chicken special, fish and kebab

Went with my partner and ordered a falafel wrap and a shawarma wrap. When the food came out it was two shawarma wraps. I told the cook that the order was wrong and he told me that we ordered two shawarma. I’m vegetarian and i am certain i ordered falafel. I tried to reiterate that i ordered falafel and he corrected me again. I gave up and gave both shawarma to my partner. When the cashier noticed i was not eating he asked why and I told him it was because i don’t eat meat. He told me he can make me a falafel wrap for 10€. I told him that I had ordered a falafel to begin with and he brushed me off again. I am usually understanding because mistakes happen, but instead of attempting to fix the mistake he told me i was wrong and tried to get more money out of me. My partner was also disappointed in the food. He didn’t eat the second one because he did not like the Shawarma. I ended up eating down the street.

One of the best Halal place u can find in Amsterdam, food taste like home made 💙

A very pleasant surprise! The gentleman was incredibly kind, the products are very good, and if you're feeling peckish, you've come to the right place.

I had the pleasure of dining at the restaurant of an exceptionally kind Egyptian gentleman. The place was impeccably clean, the service incredibly fast, and the quality of the food exceeded all expectations. There were four of us, and each dish was prepared with care and bursting with authentic flavors. A remarkable culinary experience that I wholeheartedly recommend!

The best food and very near to Amsterdam Central.

Everything was great. A very mobile man.

U can find halal beef , and u will happy

I will not speak about my experience, But I dont think these 5 stars reviews are really true.

Alhamdulillah. The food was nice.

Very good food, delicious & affordable price

My boyfriend and I came to Amsterdam this weekend. Since we didn't know the city, we stumbled upon this delicious halal restaurant with excellent grilled meats. It's a calm and discreet place. I highly recommend it. The owner explained that he's been working there for 15 years and came from Egypt. He's a lovely man, may God protect him. Go for it without hesitation! (French people 🇩🇿🇫🇷🇲🇦)

Very welcoming place, excellent food, clean and the owner is very nice.

Amazing place, wonderful service, exceptional food, highly recommend! No matter what you order you get these very tasty pittas with 3 different sauces (see the picture)

Amazing place, wonderful service, exceptional food, highly recommend! No matter what you order you get these very tasty pittas with 3 different sauces (see the picture)

I ordered the mixed grill, which included beef shawarma, beef and chicken kebabs, salad, and potatoes. The food was delicious, and they're open late. Don't hesitate to go!

Perfect, the best restaurant of my stay in Amsterdam!!!

I ordered spicy chicken, and I loved it. Everything is clean, and the food and service were very good. I plan to return.

Cozy, but can be a bit eerie for some. Quiet, and the food was fairly good. It gives an old style vibe, but is clean.

A nice and cosy restaurant with decilious food and a very friendly and service orientated owner. Just fantastic...!

amazing food and amazing service

I am Eating at Papa Ali is my first experience. The food is delicious and the owner is very friendly. For those of you who enjoy culinary delights, this is a must try.

Very clean and quite with delicious food

Had the mix grill and chicken steak . Great food and portion. The owner was so kind and welcoming . Highly recommended!!

I ordered grilled chicken dish , Food is Very delicious and very good service.

I love the customer service and hospitality of the owner . Loved the food too ❤️

Perfect service... The meal was delicious... Warm welcome

Amazing food and great service! We had the spicy chicken and the chicken steak — both were delicious, but the spicy chicken was absolutely tantalizing! The place is clean and tidy, with perfect portion sizes. It’s such a treat to enjoy tasty halal food right in the heart of Amsterdam Central. Definitely worth a visit!

Fast service and delicious food

A friendly restaurant, just like its owner, who welcomes you with a big smile. The dishes, with their oriental flavors, were generous and delicious. 😋 Thank you, Papa Ali.

Amazing Arabic food in Amsterdam! very kind man and welcoming place, the place was nice & the food was delicious 😊😊 highly recommended

Food tastes good specially chicken steak Friendly service and atmosphere

The food was so fresh and tasted so authentic. The place is filled with character and the man who owns it is so lovely. 10/10 would reccomend!!!

Papa Ali was so cool. We had lamb chops and mix grill

A good place for Halal food as u arrive at Amsterdam after a long journey and feeling hungry near central station.

They won't let you taste their meat before you buy and the portions are to small. The food was alright, but would not recommend the place

I don't know who gives him 5 stars... It was below Average and Chicken was not properly cooked...

The restaurant owner is an amazing host and the food was great!

The best halal restaurant in Amsterdam! I visited Papa Ali Restaurant and it was an excellent experience in every way. The service is top-notch from the moment you walk in; you immediately feel welcome, like you're with family. The staff is very friendly and goes above and beyond to please their customers. I tried the shawarma, the chicken special, and the kebab, and honestly, each dish was better than the last! The flavor is fantastic, the spices are perfect, and the food is fresh and hot. The portions are also more than adequate for the price. I highly recommend Papa Ali Restaurant to anyone visiting Amsterdam. In my opinion, it has the tastiest and best halal food in the city, and it definitely deserves more than 5 stars, both for the service and the quality of the food. Thank you to Papa Ali Restaurant for this wonderful experience! I will definitely become a regular, in shaa Allah.

I visited this place recently, the food and the service was absolutely amazing. The gentleman running the place was really helping and generious. I would recommend this place 10/10 times when visiting Amsterdam.

A horrible experience. The old man we found in reception was "zero" in service, we asked him if his shawarma is good his answer was "you shouldn't ask me this question, check our reviews online with unpleasant voice tone. Still, we went inside thinking probably he bad and long day we excuse him. But when served us food he almost thrown it on us. We tasted it and the taste wasn't good. We took one bite and left it on the table moving to another restaurant to have a good dinner which we did. If you look for quality of both food and service avoid this place.

I travel a lot and have tried many restaurants around the world. I was excited to try this place for my first time in Amsterdam after seeing it on Google Maps, especially since I’m originally from the Middle East and was looking forward to some authentic halal food. Unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. I visited on September 19th around 10:00 pm. When I asked an older man working there (brown-skinned, bald) if they had shawarma and whether it was good, his responses were very rude and impolite. Instead of answering politely, he acted as if I was bothering him. His attitude made me feel unwelcome, like I should just “eat or leave.” I work in the hotel industry and know how important hospitality and customer service are. Even if the food is good, the way customers are treated matters. A simple question like “Is this normal shawarma or something different?” should not lead to an argument. Because of this negative interaction, I decided not to eat my order and left very disappointed. If this restaurant wants more customers, they need to improve their customer service.

Very good Muslim restaurant food was amazing he is dealing very good with all of his guest

I ordered a ribeye dinner with a drink for 23 euros. The food is delicious and the owner is an old, respectful Egyptian man.

Amazing place for a kebab! The owner was very nice and even though we showed up late he reopened and made us food. It was delicious after a long night!

Wonderful experience you should try the shawarma kebab 😍

Was really quite but the food was good and generous with the serving sizes

: The food was bad and undercooked. The restaurant owner’s attitude was not good, and he scammed us.

Very kind person Papa Ali I felt like home with his kidness May God bless you ❤️

Very delicious food And the bes hospitality ever I strongly recommend this resturant Even the meat high quality

Visiting from Canada and this was some of the best food we’ve had all trip. Really great value and nice service. The spicy chicken was 10/10, highly recommend.

Very nice and good food and the owner is a very nice person

I would come back here just for the kindness of the man who helped me. The shawarma sandwich was also delicious. Definitely recommended!!

The food it's just waaaaw we walked a lot to be here, but it deserve every meter really, I am not from Amsterdam but whoever I will come here I will come to this restaurant

The best food i try in Amsterdam, and with the best service, Im gonna come back for sure 😍

Honestly the owner was so lovely and very nice. Make sure you come to him fr ! Good location tooo

I had shawarma with rice, a vegetable garnish, bread, and three kinds of sauces. Everything was very good.

The man is very kind The food was good ! Thanks

Amazing choice of halal foods in the heart of Amsterdam central. Lovely service by brother Ali, definitely will be visiting again.

Great food, super friendly staff, and a nice atmosphere. Definitely a place I’ll come back to!

Friendly owner and fast service. There was warm bread as a small appetizer, followed by the main course. We had shawarma with spaghetti and shawarma with rice. The meat was a bit dry, but with the sauces that came with the bread, it tasted good. The portions were generous. Unfortunately, despite the open windows, some smoke from the cooking built up on the upper floor. But that's simply due to the layout of the shop. Ultimately, the food was quick and good. It was just what we needed after a long day at the SAiL.

Excellent restaurant, very delicious feathers, very reasonable price and halal 👍

We had a great meal at Ali's, and at a very good price. Exceptional service. Clean, cozy, and separate from the crowds. Highly recommended.

Very bad quality food. Rubbish menu to match. Let my friend pick a spot. We both just ate the chips and left the rest. Not fresh. But how can shawarma not be fresh, I wonder. Very rarely have I wasted food. But this was not edible therefore forced to leave this review. Owners please do better with the food quality, this level food cannot be served. Forget that we're paying €20+ per person. It's not about the money

Really enjoyed eating here! The flavors were just right, and every dish felt thoughtfully made, smelled great, looked nice, and tasted amazing in every bite. The owner was friendly and helpful without being pushy, which made the whole meal really relaxing. Easy 5 stars.

A real favorite! The owner, an incredibly kind Egyptian, welcomed us as if we were family. You can tell he loves sharing his culture and his dishes: everything was delicious, fresh, and generous. The atmosphere is warm, and we took the time to chat and laugh between bites. We left with a full stomach and a smile on our faces. A place to treasure!

the owner is so friendly! We ordered three dishes and all were amazing, on top of the free bread, sauce, two sodas, and water that was given to us on the house. The restaurant is also open for 18 hours a day from 1pm to 4am or 5am. it is halal and they don't serve alcohol which is rare to find.

I totally recommend, very nice service , papa ali is a Very nice person

He have really delicious food and good quantity , a very nice person , i totally recommend

Excellent food, Very hospitable, and of course Halal 🩷 I definitely recommend it 💯

Hospitable and delicious food. Everything from the grill.

Delicious food and friendly owners.

Very delicious food and a very friendly host. I definitely recommend visiting this restaurant.

The food was very good and properly packaged, which we always could eat warm. very sympathetic man

Delicious food and good service 😋 👌

Very good place and good services of my friend papa ali, thank you so much

Best kebab in Amsterdam! Fresh, juicy, and full of flavor. Friendly staff and quick service – Papanalini’s the best!

Great food and service. The gentleman running the place is very kind. I highly recommend if you're looking for a quick bite.

The food is halal, delicious, and very clean. The restaurant is good and the prices are excellent.

Great halal food at a reasonable price. Very close to Amsterdam Central Station. Served with multiple dips and bread.

BEST PLACE EVER TO HAVE HALAL FOOOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Family business. Real Egipto food. Should never close mama papa business.not perfect but made with Love

Absolutely delicious halal kebabs! The meat was juicy, perfectly seasoned, and cooked just right. The portions were generous, and the sauces added a great touch. The staff was polite and friendly. Highly recommend.

A delicious stop at Papa Ali in Amsterdam! I tried the fish & chips and it was absolutely amazing! The fish was crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, well-seasoned, and perfectly paired with golden fries. The staff was friendly and the service was quick. A great spot I highly recommend to anyone looking for a tasty meal in a welcoming atmosphere. Thanks, Papa Ali!

Prices are high, falafel is not good. Wants us to pay him Cash, "Banks took to much commission" If there is no receipt no tax paid to Holland government. I feel Türkiye in NL, from an Egyptian.

Stopped by while in Amsterdam and was genuinely impressed. The food is great, prices are reasonable, and the location is super convenient. What really stood out, though, was Baba Ali himself. Incredibly kind and welcoming. He treats with genuine warmth. That kind of hospitality is rare and made the whole experience even better. Would definitely recommend if you're after good (halal) food and friendly vibes.

Love the spicy chicken. Coffee's also good.

Best Halal food in Amsterdam, but this fish it’s so good.

I was here in the center at papa Ali. I ate delicious shoarma and it tasted really really good. The best tastes how much

This restaurant is the definition of consistency. I’ve been coming here for over a year now, and I’ve never had a bad meal. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the quality is always top-tier. The menu isn’t huge, but what they do, they do really well. The pancakes are fluffy and rich, the sandwiches come with crispy fries, and the coffee is strong and smooth. Service is quick, the tables are clean, and they remember regulars by name. That kind of attention to detail makes all the difference. It's my go-to spot for comfort food with great service.

Excellent treatment...and beautiful atmosphere...

Bread costs €2 extra. Canned drinks cost €7 and are not on the menu.

Unfortunately, we were scammed. The owner simply overcharged us, and when we asked why, he just laughed brazenly and made up some ridiculous stories.

Dude was very nice to me! I arrived cause I was craving some kabob and I got myself the mixed plate. It was a big portion and delicious! I ate it all pretty quick! I am Mexican and I approve of this restaurant! Btw to the owner, I am the dude who arrived with suitcases and stuffed animal snakes 🐍

Important!! They charge extra money for bread even when you don’t order that, and after asking he said that it is a rule here, if it’s a rule then you must write it somewhere that it will be charged extra. Very rude behaviour with worst food ever. Would not recommend at all, never going again.

Very tasty food. There mix grill is highly recommended👍. Special shout out to Ali.

The food was really delicious. I must say all to try once. The person who’s serving and preparing the food was also so nice. I really recommend to all of you