Sjefietshé in Nieuwe Pijp

A regular and favourite spot for us to grab a Ceviches that is close to a true Peruvian style if a bit sweet. Flavours on many dishes are good and they are consistent. It is pricey but I’d happily pay

For the food, this is a trap. For the ambiance in a warm day it is nice to sit outside. Classic ceviche was crazy salty. The octopus in the hot dog was cooked wrong (way too tough). Calamari tasted like old frying oil. This is absolutely not representative of Peruvian cuisine. The only good thing was sitting on the terrace in the warm weather and the San Pellegrino water lol. Service was okay.

Massively overpriced for what you get. I used to come here, but recently they upped the price in a crazy way.. I will never be back.. close to 200 euros for dinner for two with tiny portions that are just OK in an average mid range bar.. it’s no fancy restaurant just an average bar-which I like ..it’s a chill vibe with cool waiters but super super expensive for what you get.. No way simple prawns would cost close to 30 euros.. tap water in a bottle is just south of 10 euros,.. and you will need at least 6 portions to feel like you had dinner.. I know we have inflation in the country but prices have doubled in a space of one year... I would avoid this place unless you are fine to be ripped off .. used to love coming here but never again… oh and the menu never changes .. if you go, avoid the warm dishes not worth it..

The food was delicious. Really tasty ceviche and fish. Atmosphere is fine. Make sure you reserve a table, because the places at the bar are less nice. We thought the prices were a bit on the high side.

It was beautiful and delicious, we had a classic dish and tuna dish (my top), and an octopus hot dog. Everything tastes great, but small portions. We also took cocktails, but I don't recommend them. They were nothing to me, and besides, one of them was brought dripping onto the table.

It was such an enjoyable evening in a very cool environment.

Ceviche was alright but not up to expectations based on the quite high rating. Service was good and polite. Small but cute interior.

Wonderful discovery in Amsterdam! We had the ceviche with tuna, sea bass and sardines. All to die for. Also a special mention for the exceptionally delicious chocolate cake and the very friendly service! Definitely recommended!

Great ceviche. A bit pricey but quality is well worth it. Get the sea bass (see pic), bread w butter, and calamari

The ceviche was acceptable - I'm peruvian. The atmosphere was great. The service was terrible and sprinkled with absolute indifference. I will not be going back.

A gem in itself in terms of location, design and food. What was less: the absurd prices for what you get: the rose was poured very sparingly (accidentally) into port glasses. After our comment, this was generously corrected. So our compliments for that. Still, it was a bit of a shock to pay 156 euros for 4 starters with 2 portions of bread, 1 cake, 2 glasses of rose, 2 coffee and 2 delicious cocktails (14 euros each and served in very mini pinie liquor glasses!). Then, despite the nice surroundings and delicious food, we would prefer to go to one of the other super restaurants in the city next time.

Get the ceviche and pair with a cocktail. The halibut was nicely done and had a lot of flavor.

Absolutely incredible! Every detail in this place is carefully thought out, and it truly shows. Our server recommended the ceviche, and it was outstanding—bright, perfectly balanced flavors with the freshest fish. And the octopus hot dog? I never imagined octopus could taste this good! The service was exceptional—definitely not your typical Dutch service, but something more intuitive, warm, and genuinely welcoming. Our waiter, Vad, a tall, blond gentleman, was beyond pleasant. He helped us choose our dishes and drinks, suggested enjoying the terrace while the sun was out, and then, when it got cooler, he seamlessly moved everything inside for us. Such an unexpected and thoughtful touch! And let’s talk about the oysters—so fresh, so delicate, and paired with an absolutely divine sauce. The atmosphere and decor are just as impressive—stylish, cozy, and with an energy that makes you want to stay all night. We’re already planning our next visit!

The restaurant is small and cozy. My fav from the menu was octopus roll. Service was very friendly.

Impressive food, atmosphere and service. A 10/10. The plates are not that big

If you’d like to pay 17,50 eur for one portion marinated aubergine you can go this place..we ordered aubergine ceviche here but got only aubergine which is not specified as vegetarian in the menu! As for the hotdoctopus, we thought it would be a unique experience but the bread was too small and stale; the octopus wasnt cooked well and was difficult to chew off. We had really hard times to swallow it.. definitely not worth to pay 23 eur for it.

Everything we ordered was amazing. Couldn’t get enough of the ceviche. We were also surprised by how delicious the desserts were. Couldn’t photograph because we inhaled it in a second.

Ceviche clásico was excellent and the octopus sandwich was delicious too. However, the prices were on the high side. The cook was a friendly man, but the service left much to be desired. Because of this experience we will not be back.

why list the restaurant as open until 16:30 if the kitchen closes at 16:00? Feels misleading 😢

Everything was perfect. It was our classic favorite.

Lovely place with amazing Peruvian food and perfect service

Good drinks and nice atmosphere but I've had better ceviche for less money.

Found out about this place through an Amsterdam food vlog. I was too curious not to try their famous Hotdoctopus. Totally worth the time and money. The octopus is tender and juicy, and the sauces are savoury, making it a meal that simply melts in your mouth. We also got Tonijn Tiradito and Zeebars Tiradito. I don’t know what to recommend more. Just go there and try everything! We didn’t have a reservation, but we also didn’t visit during busy hours. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere is great 👍

Very nice restaurant with a special menu. Very tasty ceviches and a number of other dishes, of which the Hotdoctopus in particular is very tasty and fun. To top it all off, they also serve delicious cocktails.

good, the hot dishes were excellent (but the classic ceviche was toooo acid)

Delicious! I recommend the sea bass

Tried this restaurant out because I really like ceviche. I tasted the 'classic ceviche' and the 'hotdoctopus'. The ceviche was good, quite acidic, 4/5⭐️. The hotdoctopus was really good! I have never tasted octopus like this before. It looks good, taste good, the bun is perfect too! I will give that one 5/5⭐️. It is a must try✌️ Recommendation: - 'Hotdoctopus'

Very nice restaurant, fantastic food. You have to - the name says it all - like fish.

Hidden gem in a quiet neighbourhood with small plates and fresh seafood. Service and ambience were great. Enjoyed the passionfruit cocktail and classic margarita. The classic ceviche was light and citrusy. The tuna ceviche was unique with shiso leaves and jalapeños on top for a kick. Anchovy and sardines paired well with the warm toast and tomato sauce. A second piece of toast would have been even better for the amount of fish given. Fish of the day was fresh, soft and flakey. The squeeze of fresh lemon juice perfectly contrasted the butter sauce. Highly recommend this restaurant!

We had again a great evening. Two couples. Food was great, service was perfect We had another fantastic evening at Sjefietshé in Amsterdam. The food was fresh, creative and delicious, and the service was perfect. A great spot for a night out with friends, but also for couples —highly recommended!

Bar and food was amazing but a male server was quite rude to us and it was detrimental to our experience, would not recommend

Has really good ceviches but not the best in amsterdam. wine options are decent. staff is extremely friendly and attentive

Delicious seafood:) great atmosphere! Highly recommend the octopus hot dog

Love this place and keep on coming back for the excellent food, great service and vibrant atmosphere. This is where the locals enjoy their dinners and drinks Highly recommended, but best to reserve.

Dishes were a little too over seasoned. The fish cakes were interesting. Wish they warned us that bones still exist in the butterfly mackerel.

Crappy restaurant! Food very mediocre too Stole Rain's coat that we had hung on the coat rack. Never heard anything back from the manager. Very bad experience.

The food was interesting and good but a little spendy.

Pisco sours from Maja are the best!!! Noah’s are also really very (!!!!) good (Maja’s are better)

This was an AMAZING restaurant. Crazy food super nice and friendly staffs and a very incredible atmosphere. U guys better come here

Keep cancelling my bookings without even contacting me nor giving me a reason....

Everything was perfect, the food, the service, the atmosphere, I recommend it for sure !

The Ceviches here are great, warm dishes are okay not too special in taste. Overall serving size too small given its price tag. The fries were really bad, whereas the bread was amazing. 3/5 Atmosphere gives bar vibes, less of a nice restaurant. Terrace for good weather outside is nice. 2/5 There are a lot of better restaurants, but to grab a ceviche and a drink - it’s nice

Everyone recommends the octopus hot dog and yes, they’re right, it’s delicious - but the ceviche??? That is next level of taste and texture. Great place!

A lovely good experience. Had ceviches and octopus hot dog, both desert cakes were delicious. Food came a bit too fast, service was very good.

As a local resident, this is one of the best corners of De Pijp. Great combination of tastes. We had a great dish recommendation from the staff and we also likes the drinks. We will probably be back soon to try more options. Come knowing that its normally packed.

Gorgeous food & wines, great atmosphere, good service.

Very dark inside. Could barely read the menu under candle light

Awesome vibe and incredibly delicious food. The salmon, shrimp ceviche, and cabbage were all next level.

We just had a wonderful dinner at the “ceviche” sjefietshé restaurant. Quick service by a lovely young friendly team, peaceful homie atmosphere, and definitely great and special dishes. We had 3 cold starters from the ceviche menu and the vis special of the day which was a salmon dish. All of them were really particular in their flavours combinations and for us it worth the price just to design them. But overall we must choose as a favourite the aubergine (i know, it is the only non-fish meal… but it was just too good)! So in general all good, the eggplant super good, and yes maybe the invoice is a bit high but it worth it; not everywhere you can find peace, flavour and caring

One of my favorite places in Ams! Everything is right, all the ingredients for a wonderful evening!!

Delicious food and drinks. Have been here 2 times now and found the fish way too salty, especially the mackerel fish. Also the dessert is a bit pricey. I do appreciate the friendliness of the staff.

Fantastic ceviche and cocktails. Friendly service and lovely, lively ambience. Wonderful for a Friday night dinner!

Excellent food, friendly service and a peaceful atmosphere!

Innovative flavours but sometimes a tad salty (radishes and sardines)

We had been looking forward to eating at Sjefietshé for a long time, I have the cookbook but what a disappointment this was. The food was basically delicious, but expensive for the portions. More onion than fish in the Ceviche. Service absolutely nothing to speak of, after trying for a long time to get in touch, I walked in to order something. This while we were only one of three tables. To top off that experience, the bill included €2 extra for half a slice of bread that we had asked for with a dish. I'll stick to the cookbook.

Delicious! Best ceviche ever. Hot octopus is worth trying!

Wonderful food. The ceviche are a must try. Order more and share if possible. Any main dishes there are great too. Not too complicated, but in its easy ways executed to perfection. I loved anything about this delicious fish restaurant.

Tasteless burrata and definitely not basque cheesecake as described in the menu. In general average in any sense

Fantastic meal with super nice service. We also spoke to the friendly chef because our table was in front of the open kitchen. The white house wine was reasonable. It was quite dark, menu and food difficult to see, but good atmosphere. We used the phone's light to read the menu properly. When paying by card, you have to take into account a tip screen, which puts pressure on you to give a big tip!

This is a cute little restaurant next to a canal in a beautiful residential area! We didn’t reserve beforehand but there were a few tables left for party’s of two. The card is short with all dishes to share. We ordered the fries (which were lovely) and the ceviche. The ceviche was average, we had better and cheaper ceviche before. Next were the gambas, which tasted very fresh and juicy. The sauce was delicious. And finally we had the sardines (average) and some sourdough bread (lovely). So overall it was a bit of a mixed bag with prices being quite high. Still the service was lovely when she reached us (it was quite busy).

Food was quite good but definitely a bit pricey for the quantities.

The service is super nice. Too bad the kitchen closes at 3 p.m. and you can make a reservation until 2:30 p.m. Continued eating. Top quality.

We didn’t make any reservations, but were lucky enough to get one table outside for 2 people in the evening. The place, atmosphere and location are super cozy, hidden and such a vibe!♥️✨ The waiter was very friendly and gave some recommendations for the food, which was really great. I loved the presentation of the dishes, their colors, taste and moreover - the price was good. I have a new mission here now - to come back and try everything they have in the menu :)

The food was delicious! I am pleasantly surprised. Very fresh and exciting dishes. The classic ceviche and hot dog octopus with brioche bread and tuna tostada were favorites. I don't recommend the fish cakes; heavy and not much flavor. All in all we had a wonderful evening!

Place to share and try different food. Hotdoctopus is genius. Try also ceviche variety. Staff is friendly, service is nice. Prices are fair. Defo need to visit again.

Stepped in by chance, having no internet to check the menu and the reviews, just liked the atmosphere. It appeared that the place is fully booked and I was lucky to come early. I enjoyed the food,basically fresh seafood with some interesting sauces, and service. Came back the other night, and it was as good.

Every dish taste so good. It’s worth to taste as much as possible. The cocktails are also amazing, don’t miss them.

I was really impressed by this restaurant that has a very nice location between De Pijp area and the museum area. Their menu has a wide variety of options. All options came super well presented with a new twist in the taste that uplifts the overall experience. Their staff are super friendly and helpful.

Best terrace of the pipe for lunch - take the Hotdoctopus, and fine selection of wines

We used to go quite often and liked it, but they have changed the chef recently and it’s not the same. The quality of the products is worse, they use a very strong sauce made of celery everywhere that jeopardizes the whole dish, the tomatoes have no flavour and the kroquettes seem to be from the supermarket, frozen. It is a shame but the price is high and the quality is not what it used to be.

Booked here for dinner - great meal and lovely service. Excellent ceviche but the Hotdoctopus was surely the highlight - unexpected and very lovely. Beautifully cooked octopus and an explosion of flavour with each bite. Recommended for sure.

Fantastic tasty food and super friendly staff, all with the sun on your face, we will definitely come back here!

We reserved this place for lunch to try their ceviche. The restaurant is pretty, but the food was a bit overpriced with very small portions. The service was overall good. I have a small note: While I understand the waiters can wear their own clothes, I feel a crop top with the belly out is not appropriate for restaurant work.

Let’s delve into the world of the “hotdoctopus.” This unique creation features a delectable blend of octopus nestled within a soft brioche bun, accompanied by the tang of pickles, the richness of coriander mayo, and the freshness of chives. The resulting explosion of flavors upon each bite is truly extraordinary. However, the price point gives room for pause – set at €19 per serving, it might be considered a bit on the higher end for a single hotdoctopus experience.

Amazing ceviche, wonderful wine and excellent friendly staff. Great for a small plate lunch or dinner, incredibly fresh dishes.

Good food and service is quite good for Dutch standards. The staff is very friendly and helpful

We only drank drinks which were very good

Nice spot with a terrace in the Pijp with delicious snacks.

Great food, nice staff! I was alone and sat outside but the place is super cozy.

We, a group of 3, were also victims of the tiny table with rickety chairs in the middle of the walk to the toilet. It's a shame, because we had made a reservation, and the large table next to us was free all evening... My coat, which was hanging over my chair for lack of a better spot, has been hit so often by passers-by that it has to go to the dry cleaners today. The toilet is only accessible if you have a tiny figure, it is that small! Not clean either unfortunately. 4 stars for the friendly and patient service of the evening! I also got a better seat upon request. The starters are really tasty, but main courses less so. €23 for a piece of octopus on a fried white tip is really bad value for money. There are tasty wines on the menu, which are quite expensive for a smart small glass... but they are certainly not the only ones in Amsterdam with that. All in all unfortunately disappointing for such a hyped and friendly place…

Delicious the classic ceviche, our favorite of the entire Le Foodwalk.

Eggplant dish was amazing, might have been my favorite thing…and the kolrabi !!

Vegetarian friendly - try the eggplant ceviche!

Everything perfect, definitely recommend. The octopus in a roll and the fish cake was delicious!

We booked, my partner knew, I didn't know that there was a time slot, but the words that remained where: do you have a reservation, this is your table, and by 8pm you need to leave. I suggest you train and find a different way to bring the same messages, pisco or whisky sour is done one way, not your way, called it than a pisco sour cocktail. Cevicheria suggest a experience like, as Peruvian it didn't hit the nail.

Things went wrong at this restaurant upon arrival. A waitress was working outside and we arrived at the same time she went inside. Don't just hold the door open and say hello, just leave the door ajar and walk in. Once at the table, after being given the menu, we were told that we had to leave after two hours as another group would arrive then. The thing is that I was with guests from out of town and the weather was very bad otherwise I would have left immediately. You should indicate these kinds of things at or after the reservation, then you as a guest still have a choice and not if you are already there. And then the food. Besides the fact that the portions are very meager, the price of each dish and certainly also the wine is exorbitant. The Ceviche is good, but minimalist and €15. The fish cakes were tasteless and the octopus leg hot dog was nothing to write home about. It is recommended to take about three to four dishes per person, which ultimately amounts to about € 45 to € 55 per person including dessert. The cheapest wines are all around €40 to €45. Ridiculous prices for the quality offered. A bottle of Prosecco was even €50. I ordered it, but later it turned out they didn't have it, but they had accidentally added it to the bill. Add to that the fact that the ambiance looks very cheap and run-down and there are Australian guests walking around who, when you ask them to close the door behind them, immediately start swearing at you and you have created the recipe for never coming back. So don't do that.

Food tastes are good however what you get for what you pay is ridiculous. The place is uncomfortable and the first thing you hear even before ordering is that you have 2 hours to stay. Seriously never will go there again.

Amazing Peruvian food. Highly recommended. Love the bread, burrata, cod, cauliflower, sardines.

We had a very tasty meal at Sjefietshé, the classic ceviche and roasted cauliflower were among the highlights. The pulpo was also very tasty, but I didn't think it did justice to the brioche. Dessert (chocolate ganache) was a delicious ending. Cozy atmosphere, nice to sit at the bar. Sympathetic service.

Very small space if you are a tall person to sit at bar. Great orange wine. Food could have been a bit better for the price.

One of my go to spots in the city with friends that either live here or are visiting. Ambience and setting are cool, staff is friendly and helpful and food is really good. The ceviche plates are all great and so are their main dish platters (which change based on season). They used to be famous for their hotdogtopus but I don’t remember seeing it on the menu during my recent visit a few weeks ago. If you do see it, definitely order! Highly recommend this spot.

I booked a table but even though, we had to wait 30 mins o more to . The atmosphere wasn’t very pleasant: too dark (we couldn’t read the menu) too loud (the place is not very big and we almost have to shout to hear each other) and our table was close to the kitchen (so our clothes got all the food odors) Food is nice though

It was totally great experience 😊 thank you very much. I suggest everyone to spend the night at the bar instead of around the table.

Love the place. Great food, cosy & casual surroundings and very nice staff. It is a small place so you are a bit cramped but it is definitely worth it. And they mix some tasty cocktails as well.

Closed premises, the schedules are wrong on the internet

The atmosphere and service was good, but the food was regular, very overpriced. Definitely not the best ceviche.

Good ingredients. Food was tasty, but not very special. A bit overpriced.

We went all out here and ordered everything on the front page of the menu, cocktails, and wine. I can honestly say everything was delicious. Our server was fantastic and managed how the dishes were brought from the kitchen so we had a steady flow of food throughout the dinner, rather than bringing evering out at once. The restaurant was full with a real buzz in the place.

Sjefietshé offers a dining experience that seamlessly blends romance and vibrancy. The fantastic ceviche steals the spotlight, a burst of flavours that lingers on the palate. The intimate setting with small tables, candles, and great music creates an atmosphere perfect for a romantic evening. If you're seeking a table-for-two experience in a lively and enchanting place, Sjefietshé is the answer.

Delicious seafood restaurant with excellent service from friendly staff. It's not very well known as it's outside of the touristy area, but we are so fortunate and so glad that we found it, because it's truly a treat and a local gem that you should not miss.