Restaurant Max in Grachtengordel-West

A really beautiful meal, everything tasted divine but prepare yourself, if you’re sensitive to spice it might be worth taking it easy. The wine list was excellently varied and also included an orange wine which I love to see and tasted scrummy (wine noted for buying bottles later heh)! The service was top notch and I love how they don’t pester you to leave after 2 hours in Amsterdam, it’s so refreshing to be told to ‘take your time.’ 100% recommend and very comfortable prices of €82 for two starters and two mains.

Super delicious food and fantastic service! Highly recommended.

Unreserved recommendation. We had the delicious Indonesian rice table with good wine. Satay was served as a salad: new to us—but really delicious! Very attentive and unobtrusive service. We'd love to come back!

We got the tasting menu and really enjoyed the variety and flavors. Restaurant is nice inside and service was excellent. This was our favorite meal in Amsterdam and would definitely return.

Great, nice and friendly staff. We tried to find a nice Indonesian cuisine restaurant on google map with high rating. It was a hesitant to us first when we saw the pricing. However, it was so lucky for us to insist to go on a savoury adventure at Max. The starter was a great start. Although it was a bit pricy, you would find it rewarding. This is actually our best dining experience in 10-day trip in Amsterdam. Thanks again for the great introduction to the Indonesian cuisine.

It's my first time eating Indonesian food other than Nasi Goreng. But I didn't know it would be this delicious!! It was really the best👍 The service was also great 😃 I had a 3-course meal, and the appetizers were especially delicious, and among the desserts, the coconut ice cream and banana tart were so delicious!! I think I'll come here again when I come to Amsterdam.

Great food, great service, absolutely brilliant in terms of accommodating us and our needs, allergies. From the owner to the server everyone cared and no wonder this place is full!

Six of us had the set menu. The starter was excellent. The peanut sauce was easily removed for those with allergies. The main course was excellent, very individual, with special spices. The chicken was fantastic. Dessert was quite small, but still a good ending. The owner, Max, was also there and made a personal connection with each guest.

Amazing food with a great sharing option!

Enjoyable experience and great food

Recommended by a friend, we ate here and really enjoyed the food greatly! We did the tasting dinner and everything was tasty! A couple were spicy but nothing crazy compared to Thai or Mexican dishes. It’s a small place, quite nice inside, good for up to 10 people but you better have reservations for anything over 4 people. Great experience!

Loved the food here - very flavourful. Their prices are reasonable, the wine was great and the service was fantastic. A nice, casual dining experience.

A big compliment to this place. We had made a reservation for a group of 8 men for a bachelor party. Maybe not the right location for this in advance, but we really wanted to have a nice meal before we went into town. We were served to our wishes. The food was delicious and we were helped so well. I can imagine that it takes a while with such a group, but that went really well. We were kept well-watered, there was good (casual) sales and above all we just sat very comfortably. Thank you for the hospitality and thank you for this nice experience on a very successful evening!

Amazing atmosphere and food! Fantastic service! Thank you!!

Excellent indonesian food served here. Professional service. Relaxed upscale ambiance. This is a top three indonesian 🇮🇩 restaurant in Amsterdam.

Very enjoyable. The rijsttafel was full of flavour and beautifully balanced. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. The staff are kind, attentive and create a natural sense of ease. I’d gladly come back.

The chef and staff were great. Plenty of very wonderful dishes to taste. Good location.

One of the cuisines we wanted to try in Amsterdam was Indonesian. So we made an effort to choose a restaurant. And we hit it off. After a short conversation with the owner, and a few minutes of waiting, they freed up a table for us and seated us. The staff was smiling and very professional. Rijsttafel met all our expectations.

This place was awesome: service was excellent, and food delicious! Rijsttafel is definitely the way to try out Indonesian food for the first time, or to just enjoy small selections of a variety of dishes.

Super nice restaurant. Nice staff. Great food Highly recommend.

The rice table is a truly special treat. So many different and delicious dishes at once are extraordinary, you should definitely be hungry so that you can manage dessert at the end.

I am not convinced by their small plates. The food tastes like precooked for mass and scooped into small dishes. I would prefer each dish done individually. The desert is very good.

The best authentic indonesian food i‘ve had outside of Indonesia. The flavors are amazing and a perfect mix of sweet, sour and spicy. It‘s a nice family Style Restaurant and the owner is super nice. Highly Recommend

First time here together with my wife but we loved a lot. The food was delicious, sauces were different and tasty, We were informed about the details about the dishes we have. The service was so perfect, you don't need to call anyone to ask something because you are always asked if you need anything. Perfect, wonderful. Thanks for the nice evening Restaurant max family<3

During our Amsterdam visit we wanted at least one good Indonesian meal. Restaurant Max is probably more modern than traditional Indonesian, but it mixes creativity, friendliness, and service to create a wonderful dining experience. Our server was especially helpful and knowledgeable in recommendations for menu items that avoided certain allergies and kept the spice levels at enjoyable levels (for us). The salmon and boneless chicken were incredible. Max was ever present to ensure everyone enjoyed their meal.

Wow just wow. We came here on a whim suggestion of a local and WOW the flavors were on point. Salads amazing. Spicy for the spice lovers and well seasoned. The dessert even more wow. The banana cake with coconut sorbet. What a lovely place! The service is a little slow but that’s only because they are busy and for a good reason. Come for a great culinary experience and good time. We will be back

Great place. Found it by browsing google and it did not disappoint. Food was excellent (first time trying this Indonesian dish) and service was great as well. Staff was so friendly.

A wonderful and delicious meal! I’m a huge fan, and cooker, of many Asian cuisines but Indonesian was a new one for me. While you could certainly taste similar flavors from Thai or Vietnamese dishes, it was incredibly unique. The Rijsttafel was a great way to share the experience and amazing food with friends. The staff were delightful and engaging. The only downside was room for dessert was nonexistent.

Lovely staff and location that is a fact, but the food is not outstanding. I have visited many places in Indonesia the last 25 years, but the food at Max is not by far as good as the original Indonesian kitchen.

Delicious Indonesian food with a twist

We make a reservation directly with them one month ago, it was accepted by the restaurant, surprise, we arrive here and it’s closed. Unacceptable

Hands down my favorite dining experience in Amsterdam! From the warm welcome by, I assume, Max the owner to the food, great music playlist and casual conversation with the owner. Food and wine were perfect! Would definitely go back and highly recommend!

Best Indonesian restaurant in Amsterdam. Highly recommend ordering the Rijsttafel, an assortment or tasting of the best Indonesian dishes. Reservations recommended.

Delicious food. Small bowls with different dishes. Perfect for the little eater, but if you want more you just get a refill

Delicious Indonesian food served in a nice atmosphere by hospitable hosts.

Perfect place. Friendly staff. Great food. What else?

Cozy /classy restaurant….love it…

An excellent experience, attentive and friendly service and above all it is a treat from start to finish! Excellent !

Great meal! This was our first time trying Rijsttafel and it was a wonderful experience. The food was delicious and everyone who worked there was very nice. Would definitely recommend!

Reserved with a notice and the restaurant itself canceled my booking. Sad and very unprofessional…. While the website states that you can ask about the ingredients and allergies.

I very rarely put reviews, but Max Restaurant was spectacular! Thank you Max!

Delicious food and calm, intimate environment. A great option if you are looking for an interesting restaurant while travelling to Amsterdam!

We had a great time, the service was great. I recommend.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Restaurant MAX, and I was thoroughly impressed by the entire experience. This cozy spot offers incredible Indonesian food, and every dish was bursting with authentic flavors. The service stood out for being not only extremely fast but also highly professional, ensuring that we were well taken care of throughout the meal. The highlight of the evening was the food itself. From the rich and aromatic spices to the perfectly balanced sauces, each dish was a treat for the senses. The wine selection was also impressive, complementing the meal beautifully and enhancing the overall dining experience. One of the most enjoyable aspects was the beautiful view from our table by the front window, overlooking the charming street outside. It added a lovely ambiance to the already fantastic dining experience. I highly recommend Restaurant MAX for anyone looking to enjoy top-tier Indonesian cuisine with excellent service in a picturesque setting.

Great selection! 3 course meal was delicious, fantastic service, as well as cozy atmosphere.

Excellent rijsttafel, service and dessert! This is one of the best Indonesian restaurants in Amsterdam.

Good restaurant to discover Indonesian cuisine. Attentive service

Pretty good Indonesian restaurant, but to me, the food is not at the top of Amsterdam. Dishes dont taste that authentic to me. Staff is very friendly, and the interior looks great and quiet fancy, but I feel they seat too many guests in the space they have.

Very bad restaurant . Racist waiter I don’t recommend it for Arab or GCC (gulf) tourists . Stay away

Excellent restaurant. Great service. Delicious food. Would be nice to see some cheaper wine options.

We had a really delicious dinner here. Great flavours and excellent service. I would highly recommend if you are visiting Amsterdam!

Thank you very much for these incredibly tasty dishes and the hospitality. Really great!!!

So good! My favorite dish in the rijstaffel is all of them.

Restaurant Max is a smaller restaurant with very personal and friendly service. They have a somewhat diverse Indonesian menu, but we go there for the rijstafel, which is outstanding.

Everything was SO disappointing. The price was absurd, very expensive considering both the lacking quality and quantity. Did not like it. Would not recommend it to anyone. We love rijsttafels but this one was just not it. Again, very expensive and the food was not even good, and also too little portions.

Far from Indonesian cuisine for my taste! A little bit of lemon grass doesn't make a meal an Indonesian dish! Little and overpriced too

Our second visit here, and it does not disappoint. Tasty food and plenty of it

Very good food and good service. We ate "rijsttafel" (several small dishes) which were all good. Topping up was included if you wanted more of any dish. Quite loud otherwise it would have been top rated on everything.

We felt like we had their tasting-menu forced on us a little, they were very keen for us to have it anyway. It was tasty, and varied, but we both left still hungry, not cheap either. The restaurant was very nice but a little cramped inside.

Good food, but prices not adequate and too high for what is offered. Also the wine was not adequate value for money and not cold enough. As soon as we finished eating and said we didn't like dessert, they immediately brought us the bill without asking. It's fine for a place where you pay little but not in a restaurant where you leave a minimum of 50 Euros per person.

Nice diner location, food twist

Excellent food, super helpful and attentive staff and great atmosphere. Make sure to make a reservation. Will definitely come back when in Amsterdam.

This Indonesian gem in the heart of Amsterdam’s beautiful canal area offers a modern twist on traditional flavors. The rice table meals are a must-try, allowing you to savor a variety of dishes. The friendly staff and cozy atmosphere create a welcoming feeling. And let’s not forget the delightful desserts! 😊 If you’re in Amsterdam, consider MAX for another culinary adventure.

Great rice table dinner, prompt service and nice decor. Servings were on the small side, we ate everything and left satisfied but not full. Water is given to you, beware 6€ a bottle, more expensive than a beer. The main dishes tasted good, but not noticeably better than fast food takeout Indonesian curry dishes.

Very over priced. No option to pick a meal - only the big tasting available for 39 EUR (42 USD) PER PERSON. See attached photo of what we got for 78 EUR (84 USD) for 2 people (drinks not included)! We had Indonesian food in a few restaurants in Amsterdam and this was both the most expensive (by far!) as well as the least tasty (in our opinion and because we love Indonesian food we have it everywhere we travel to). I understand paying a premium for quality but the guests were totally squeezed in, the bathrooms were dirty and the service was not great.

I came to MAX following the recommendation of a friend some years ago, and it was totally worth it. Not very hungry so I tried the Rijstaffel, a splendid tasting menu to experience the different flavors and textures of the Indonesian cuisine. The menu started with a Javanese chicken satai on crispy marinated vegetables. Then the main course with a mix of smaller portions of many specialities: beef rendang slowly cooked, giant shrimps in red curry, Balinese chicken curry, spicy eggplant curry, oriental spiced soy chicken and egg in yellow curry, vegetables curry in Indonesian coconut sauce, spicy shrimp crackers with aromatic pandan rice, and gado gado a fresh vegetable salad with spicy peanuts. The dessert is the house speciality: the MAX banana tarte tatin baked from the oven with rum coconut sauce, coconut ice cream and Indonesian spiced layered cake

Had a great date night at Max. Really enjoyed the tasting menu. Would recommend.

5 STARS! It was our first time trying Indonesian food and we were not disappointed - Food was so delicious. :D It was served family style along with rice and salad. Each dish was filled with so much flavor and with various spices. The service was excellent too. The owner Max accommodated us including our toddler. Pema our waiter was also great and very friendly & efficient. Looking forward to returning when we visit Amsterdam again! :)

While going on a stroll, my wife and I couldn’t help but notice the numerous Indonesian restaurants that we encountered. Since it was late, a majority of them were closed; however, we made a note to have Indonesian food for dinner the next day. The following day I browsed Yelp and found Max Amsterdam, which would be our destination for dinner (I was so excited that I failed to notice that reservations are preferred). Upon entering the very busy restaurant we were greeted by an employee that informed us that they generally prefer that patrons make reservations; however, by the grace of God (or whomever you believe in), a table for two became available due to a no-show. Once we were seated, we both ordered glasses of wine and opted for the two course Rijsttafel menu without the MAX dessert. Like clockwork, a serve brought out the tasteful Javanese chicken satay on a crispy marinated vegetables. After finishing this course, the server brought out the main course which consisted of small portioned Indonesian specialties such as Beef rendang and Balinese chicken curry. To be honest, there was nothing placed in front of us that was short of being delicious. I’m a creature of habit that generally sticks to Thai and Vietnamese cuisines. Therefore, I’m grateful that my wife encouraged me to try Indonesian food. If you’re looking for authentic cuisines from Indonesia, I highly suggest checking out Max Amsterdam.

Excellent food with full of flavor. Trust the chef’s recommendation and indulge in a delicious journey that will tantalize all your taste buds. 11/10!

@lydieats 💕 We stopped by MAX thanks to their kitchen remaining open late 🙏 Starts off with a chicken satay salad. Kinda salty but lekker. For the main rijsttafel, there’s a total of 9 side dishes. A mix of proteins, curries, and spices. Everything had a lot of flavor and each one tasted unique. I don’t think it was particularly mind blowing but I loved the buffet style eating & it was fun picking out your fav items. They are very generous with the rice too. 🌷 2 Course Rijstaffel €39 When traveling in Europe, the third day is the critical moment. I'm craving Asian food like crazy. There are many different options in Amsterdam, but one that is special is rijsttafel, a reinterpretation of Indonesian cuisine. You can taste various Indonesian dishes like side dishes. 9 dishes are prepared at MAX. There are a variety of ingredients and different sauces, so it's fun to choose 😋 What I liked the most was the satay salad that came as an appetizer!

Great people, excellent service.

We made a reservation in which we stated a 2 year old would come along. The reply we received indicated they had a booster seat available. Based on the reply we expected everything to be alright. The reservation was at 17:30, because of a prosperous journey we arrived a bit earlier; at 17:15. Upon entry we were immediately confronted with the owner who angrily asked us “What are you doing here?” following up with “We are not open, we are eating” and “No strollers here, you must be in the wrong place”. We kindly informed if anything could be arranged, for instance if we were welcome if we would fold the stroller. The owner kept saying “no”, and told us to go elsewhere. People with strollers, be wary! You are not welcome. I can’t say anything about the food because we had none here. But if you are looking for delicious Chinese food, in a wonderful atmosphere, and great service, I can highly recommend China Sichuan Restaurant / Zeedijk (at Zeedijk 103)!

This is a great place to eat, we loved the Rijsttafel (rice table). The favours are blended with care and the dishes are well presented. The restaurant has a great atmosphere, and the staff are attentive and helpful. You need to book to make sure you have a table! It's very popular!

Everything was perfect and so tasty - delicious and flavorful experience - I would just lower the music volume a tiny bit

Host and waitstaff were very friendly and attentive. The whole vibe of the place (music, ambience) was really chill, and the food was absolutely delicious (especially the dessert!). We got the three course meal (EUR 46 p.p.). We are definitely coming back again!

Max really never disappoints. Not in unparalleled hospitality, not in culinary expertise, not with the 5 or 6 course fusion menu. We had this menu and it cannot be explained better than as a spectacular marriage between French and Indonesian cuisine. Enjoyed so much! Supplemented with wine advice from Max; an evening not to forget.

Amazing experience, especially for my first time trying Indonesian food. Get the 3 course sampler (yes, even the dessert). It’s so worth it

We had a delicious meal here and enjoyed the nice atmosphere and excellent service. If you fancy Indonesian cuisine in the heart of Amsterdam, then this is highly recommended! We would love to come here again.

The food was extremely good and the flavors of each dish took you on a journey. The atmosphere was very warm and the staff very kind.

Delicious food, the rice table was superb. The dessert was really great too

Cozy but stylish small restaurant in a great spot tucked down a side street. Really interesting eclectic menu- Indonesian dishes were very good. Service was great and friendly.

Max is a great owner and host, making you feel very welcome and taken care of. The ambience and setting of the restaurant is great, combining a mix of an authentic Indonesian feel with a modern touch. Service was pretty good and wait time between each plate was good. We went for their set menu which opens with a satay chicken dish and then a share spread of different dishes. Max has shortlisted a variety of red and white wines that are nicely paired with the food and he will be able to guide you. The dessert was incredible and the mango ice cream was one of the best I’ve ever had. Overall, highly recommend.

Yesterday we had a really delicious and extensive meal. Rice table. I know Max from his restaurant in The Hague and were curious about his rice table. Really great. Bold side dishes too. His hosting is so attentive. That may be said. All in all, 3.5 hours of delicious food and enjoyment. Highly recommended

Fantastic food, sat for 3.5 hours for €60, excellent, I would highly recommend it, but I'm afraid I will never be able to find a place again, if you are a food lover, come here because Max is the best host of this beautiful restaurant.

Nice food and drinks but overpriced for what you get.

Option to discover Indonesian food, different menu, sweet and sour flavor in some options, good options and presentation of dishes, great service, acceptable values ​​for quality, service and culinary palate.

Restaurant Max Amsterdam offers a delightful experience with its Rijsttafel Menu. You start with a delicious Javanese Chicken Salad as a starter , the main course features a variety of Indonesian specialties like Chicken Curry, Beef Rendang, Gado Gado, and more. The replenishing policy ensures you can savor each dish and leave fully satisfied. The dessert selection, including banana tarte, Mango Sorbet and Indonesian spiced layered cakes, is a perfect finale. The attentive waitstaff adds to the overall positive dining atmosphere. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone who appreciates excellent food.

if you never had Indonesian food this is definitely a place to try, amazing dishes and great atmosphere max is really welcoming as well as the rest of the staff, highly recommended!

We had a wonderful dinner. Food is awesome. We were there with a large group and our table was ready on time. Food was amazing and one person who was vegetarian had lot of choices also

I went here with my husband, we had not tried Indonesian food before. The waiter was amazing. I'm vegetarian and my husband isn't. We had an amazing selection of dishes. Everything was really delicious. The waiter was very attentive. The desserts were delicious. Its always nice to have a sharing meal...even nicer to have a sharing desert. Highly recommended

Got the vegetarian tasting menu and it was delicious! Definitely worth checking out

We were excited to find this well rated Indonesian restaurant... bummer that next to the rijsttafel there were no options like nasi goreng or babi pangang... staff was very helpful, Lauge definitely put his best foot forward. Unfortunately the rijsttafel had some mixed results for us, the beef did not quite satisfy us for example... dessert was definitely great though, highly recommended. Bummer that Lauge asked out loud what the tip would be on the bill... normally that's something you'd leave with your patrons to decide.

Sehr schönes indonesisches Restaurant mit außergewöhnlich gutem Service. Alle waren sehr freundlich und aufmerksam. Das Essen war auch sehr lecker, wenn auch nicht 100% mein Geschmack und alles schmeckte etwas einheitlich. Ich mag es lieber mit mehr Abwechslung. Ansonsten war es aber super, ich würde das Restaurant weiter empfehlen.

Our second time there, was very good, though not as excellent as the first. I'm pretty sure we had a waiter that was new. He didn't clean the table throughout the meal and when he served us, he didn't make any room on the table and sort of just stared at us until we made room for him ourselves. Nevertheless, i would still recommend this place, great food and nice atmosphere :)

Most delicious Food! Awesome Service, Great Location.

Amazing food! Super service personalized by Max himself! Simply wow! A must for indonesian food while in beautiful Amsterdam! You also have to take the 3rd course(dessert)…Amazing! We will be back and thank you Max for the dedicated receipe book!!! 5 stars!!!!!

Superbe food superbe and very friendly service 👌

The Rijsttafel was delicious, got to taste a little bit of everything. Staffs were friendly and the vibe was great!

Love the place, it was quite and well-designed. The food was also very nice, I tried a set menu which includes different tastes from Indonesian cuisine.