Tasca Bellota in Haarlemmerbuurt

A pleasant place with impeccable service and a friendly team! Remember to make a reservation; I have a feeling this restaurant is often full... A victim of its own success! Thank you, Nelys, thank you, Folcmar 😊!

I found a hair in my paella, the food from others was not cooked properly so that food had to go back to the kitchen and then came back cold, and in addition we had to pay for the toilet

During my week in Amsterdam, we stumbled upon this place almost by accident while looking for paella. My initial expectations weren't very high, but it actually turned out to be very good, especially the aforementioned seafood paella. It was a truly enjoyable dish, perfect for sharing. The person serving us was truly helpful and friendly; she immediately put us at ease. The place has a lovely canal view; I recommend it to anyone in Amsterdam looking for excellent paella.

Amazing people, food and atmosphere!!! What a place, hidden gem :-)

A very friendly and informal atmosphere with delicious food and a great location. The staff surprised us with a song and dessert for my girlfriend's birthday! Fantastic!

Cozy place with tasty food and great staff, recommended ! Riquísimo

Love this place, been there twice already and planning on coming back soon! Food tastes amazing and lovely view.

Nice experience. Will try to Paella next time. I heard they say socarrat in the kitchen, that’s a good sign. 😊

Great food, seafood paella, nice and fresh, preparation time 45 minutes worth the wait, 2 starters, delicious, hospitality top, the hostess is an example for many, we happily drove back to Tilburg, until next time

Incredibly sweet people – very warm and friendly. But the rave reviews surprised me. Some dishes were quite good, but others were disappointing – for example, €20 for a dried piece of catfish tapas. It's fine as a neighborhood restaurant, but I know I won't be back.

The nicest Spanish food I can remember having outside of Spain, in a super tranquil location a little out of the super touristy areas.

Came here with my wife. Every dish was very delicious. The restaurant is tucked away in a neighborhood overlooking the water. Perfect evening in Amsterdam.

What a party at Tasca Bellota! For our anniversary, I made a small request when I made the reservation... and upon arrival, there were streamers. So thoughtful. The hospitality was warm and genuine, and the hostess in particular made it truly special. And the rabbit and chicken paella? Phenomenal. Perfectly cooked, deep flavors, and then that socarrat... that crispy layer at the bottom of the pan that leaves you speechless. Spain at its best, right here in Amsterdam.

This restaurant constituted such an unexpected surprise! The location is amazing: if you dine outside you have this romantic view of the canals and the tiny harbour out there, with the sky and its shades. On top of this, and very relevant to determine wether a restaurant is worth it, the paella mixta we ordered was just flawless - full of fish, meat, and vegetables and very flavoured. Loved it! The dessert, el flan de Carmina, was the cherry on the cake of our dinner. To complete, the service is informal and very smart, with attention given to clients’ needs. Definitely recommended, definitely will come back!

I was there yesterday. Super friendly staff and delicious paella! It really felt like a holiday in Spain. First time, but definitely not the last.

Amazing food, beautiful place on the water and very accomodating staff ♥️ we were with 12 people for a birthday dinner and they brought a small cake and candle to celebrate! Thank you so much!

Very nice family run restaurant- highly recommended!

They make you wait for more than half an hour before they even take an order.

Lovely place!!! Terrace, staff, food all really exceptional we will definitely return

Absolutely delicious food. The best we had while staying in Amsterdam. The pork skewers were perfection, and the dessert was equally impressive. Would love to return! Thanks for a wonderful evening.

Beautiful place on the water with great food and generally very friendly staff, but if you refuse to serve tap water to your guests to quench their thirst on a day with 30 degrees of sunshine, you are not right in the head. Especially if you first indicate that you want to "take the best possible care of us" as guests when we arrive, this comes across as extremely hypocritical I have also worked in the hospitality industry for years, and a glass of tap water for a guest who asks for it is one of the most basic forms of hospitality you can offer. When you refuse to do this, I only feel seen as a profit model, and not as a guest. Really scandalous.

Delicious food, fresh excellent ingredients (pan con tomate is an absolute must). Very nice staff in the service. The shop is cozy despite the fact that it is in a relatively new building.

Go here. Amazing paella. Best I've had outside of Spain. All the tapas were superb. The owners are darlings. Affordable. Do not miss this spot. Magic. Back again, this time the star is the Coliflor Crujiente. Cauliflower tossed with panko and chickpea flower and crisp’d, perfect sliced spring onion, smoked Basque cheese… ask for the hot sauce… which is also a home made miracle.

Very friendly, very attentive, friendly service. Delicious starters, nice wine, excellent main course and desserts.

In an era where many restaurants compete for attention with fireworks and trendy dishes, it's comforting to find a place where what really shines is authenticity. This restaurant, with its warm and enveloping atmosphere, is a tribute to Mediterranean charm in its purest form. From the first bite, it is clear that they cook with soul here. Each dish that arrives on the table tells a little story, one made with excellent quality products and with an attention to detail that can only be born from love for what is done. There is no trick or cardboard: just good cuisine, made with respect for tradition and impeccable execution. The service, attentive without being invasive, perfectly accompanies the culinary experience. The sincere smile and knowledge of each ingredient is appreciated, each recommendation made with passion and not with a learned script. Highly recommended both for devotees of Mediterranean cuisine and for those simply looking to fill their stomachs with something more than just food: with flavor, honesty and a little piece of this gem of a place with its own soul. AND.

Had a really good evening. Had a bit of everything and shared the food. Good service and good food. Recommend this place!

We have been here with a party of six. It was a very pleasant evening thanks to the great atmosphere and amazing food. We have tried quite some options of their tapas. All were very tasty. Their desserts deserve a special recognition as well, especially Flan!

celebrated my birthday at Tasca Belotta. The atmosphere was lovely and the location is beautiful, right by the canal with a nice view. The food was overall good — the octopus was delicious and the paella was tasty, although it could be improved. The starter portions were quite small and overpriced in my opinion. The service was slow, as there was only one waitress managing the whole room. Despite that, I enjoyed the experience and I’d go back. The setting makes it a pleasant place for a special occasion or a relaxed evening out.

Amazing place with delicious food and home atmosphere! The paella tastes, like cooked by my grandma! And the jamon we ordered three times! Very kind service and good price. Highly recommend!

Great neighborhood restaurant. Nice staff and nice terrace. I always like coming here

Recientemente visité este encantador restaurante en Amsterdam con algunos colegas, y fue realmente una experiencia fantástica! Gran comida y la sangría casera era delicioso. Personal amable y atento que realmente te hizo sentir bienvenido! ¡Muy recomendable!

Very informal and friendly. Spanish tapas are great.

Had a nice evening at Tasca's. Super friendly help. Nice place too, nice terrace in the summer. But we found the food really disappointing. Way too much sauce with each dish so you couldn't really taste anything. It's a shame because I think it would be much tastier and purer without it!

Excellent place. The food tastes spectacular, really like home. Fantastic service, a family atmosphere. We will surely return ♥️ Plus our pet was able to be with us 🥰🎊

Deliciosa comida. Gran ambiente. Servicio maravilloso. Comenzó con tapas y comió paella para la comida principal seguido de postre. Muy recomendable

Este es un gran restaurante. Excelente comida y bebidas. Personal amable. Gran ubicación nueva. Llevamos muchos años yendo a Tasca Bellota pero esta fue la primera vez desde la pandemia. No decepciona.

The place is located slightly outside the normal tourist routes but in my opinion this is an advantage. Just to reach it you cross a very particular part of the city completely different from the Amsterdam you are used to seeing, this different air you can breathe even once you arrive at the place. In fact, the entrance is directly on the canal so arriving at sunset you can enjoy a spectacular view, inside the restaurant is simple but well-kept, the portions are generous and the food is well cooked and of top quality. Absolutely excellent service, attentive and very friendly. Together with my colleague we had a paella mix prepared the moment we entered. Reservation is absolutely necessary and remember that paella must be requested in advance. Absolutely recommended

Tuve una cena increíble con mi equipo de trabajo, el ambiente al personal y luego la comida y la sangría fue un 10 / 10 para mí sin duda recomiendo este lugar oculto en Amsterdam. Definitivamente volviendo con mi novio.

This is the perfect cozy restaurant to have good quality food, delicious drinks (order the home made sangria!!) and great service. We ordered a variety of food from the menu, and everything was amazing. Definitely go for the Paella and don’t skip on dessert!

The food was so good and flavorful. The paella was definitely worth trying and as dessert I would recommend the flan. Don’t even get me started on the sangria it was one of the best I ever had! Definitely would be returning just for food but the service was also exceptional and it is a nice cozy restaurant.

We made a reservation for 10 people. They were all problems. They ask us to choose the menu well in advance. We send it to them and when 7/10 people have chosen food, they respond that they cancel the reservation because not everyone has ordered food and that what we are looking for is a bar. Very disappointing. And to continue, half of those dishes are not Spanish at all. I don't recommend at all. 0 professionalism

Food was very good! Atmosphere completely Spanish. Management understands what they are doing. Had a great evening, recommended to everyone!

Very good food, best paella in town but they did charge extra 8 eur for two piece of bread

All in all a positive experience. Dishes more on the Spanish-inspired creative/fancy cuisine side. Cozy environment, friendly staff, dishes served at reasonable speed. Most dishes at reasonable price, although one single bread at 7 eur is a bit... Some dishes are prepared too salty, and way too much mayo that makes them feel Dutchified ;)

A hidden gem at a quiet and isolated location. Worth to try. Good was excellent

No es la primera vez que como aquí y siempre supera las expectativas! Gran comida por precio justo y pan con tomate es una prueba obligada! Muy recomendable

Excellent, just excellent! Loved the food, the service, everything... Thank you for a lovely evening!

Lekker gegeten. Aardige bediening. We komen graag in dit restaurant. Prijs kwaliteitsverhouding is goed. Mooie locatie.

Allowed in early. Food was lovely. Cocktails were priced well. Little valentine's special and it was amazing.

It was perfect! The staff, food and music is amazing. We went for valentines day, and it was super cute! We will come back again 😁

Amazing restaurant, very nice atmosphere and the most important delicious food :)

Really lovely restaurant in a prime spot in Amsterdam. Went to one of their "Arepa Brunch", everything was extremely delicious and will definitely come back. As a Venezuelan, I can definitely recommend it. The Arepa Brunch is only the first Sunday of the month, but the restaurant also serves authentic Spanish food which is also delicious!

What a delicious dinner we had before going to the comedy show nearby! Souvide was simply perfection! We will come back for sure when we are in Amsterdam.

A nice little pearl mdx wonderful staff and super nice food.

Fuimos al evento de arepas que hacen una vez al mes. Estuvo fantástico. Todo riquísimo, cantidades generosas, y música en vivo. Volveremos!!!

What a great tent! First of all the service, so friendly, cordial and very pleasant! The cook and the kitchen brigade are great!!! What comes out of the kitchen all looks delicious and the smell that comes from the beautiful open kitchen is not normally so nice... And also very friendly people. Then the food, indescribably delicious, that's all I can say!!! Never had such a delicious Paella before. Full of fish, chicken and rabbit... Then the cocktails...... In one word Wow! We eat out a lot but this is now a favorite. See you soon, pearl of Amsterdam!

Really delicious food. Very pleasant staff and the flan is to die for!

Had a lovely dinner with my wife tonight at Tasca Bellota. Food and people are lovely.

Excellent Spanish restaurant. Delicious seafood paella as well as tapas. Very good welcome. A musical atmosphere with a guitarist. To do again

Great tapas restaurant/café, delicious food and top service, beautiful terrace on the water!

Fantástico restaurante. Buena comida. La paella y las tapas eran maravillosas. El personal era amable y acogedor. Tan bien que volvimos la noche siguiente.

I ate here one of the best password I have ever tried. It is a family restaurant with a warm atmosphere and very friendly staff. The seafood paella was delicious and the portion was generous. We will be back on our next visit to Amsterdam.

Absolutely recommended - no tourists - super authentic cuisine. Hand made and fresh

Review for Tasca Bellota Tasca Bellota is an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The atmosphere blends exotic and warm elements perfectly, creating a natural and inviting space. The staff go above and beyond with their attentive service and excellent recommendations. As for the food, it’s hard to pick a favorite. Both the cold and hot tapas are outstanding, with the quality of the ham being simply indescribable. The veal with pepper sauce is nothing short of masterful, and the paellas are an absolute must-try. The rice is cooked to perfection, and the meats and seafood are exquisitely prepared, with the iconic socarrat (crispy layer) elevating it to one of the best paellas I’ve ever had. If this description has tempted you so far, let me just add that the house’s signature dessert, Flan à la Carmina, is a true gem. Finally, the prices are perfectly in line with the exceptional service and the culinary delight you’ll experience. Highly recommended! Don’t dare to miss the SANGRIA !

Cozy place with an excellent culinary offer. Very friendly and close staff. Every visit I make to Amsterdam is a fixed place to eat. 100% recommended.

Lovely place! Wow service and attention! Super delicious and fresh food.

Celebrated my wife's birthday here and the service was exemplary, there was decorations and singing, and the food was 10/10. Would recommend to anyone!

10000000... Thank you for this experience!!! How pleasant it was, incredible, a real treat! Thanks to the team :)

A warm welcome, attention at the right moments, completely immersed in a Spanish atmosphere, olé! Ordered a platter with various small cold starters, what a delicious choice! The chorizo ​​sliced ​​so paper thin, amazing! Olives, manchego tapenade, aioli, anchovies...great! The warm tapas, steak, chicken skewers with a delicious dressing, perfectly balanced! A bottle of Verdejo to complete the Spanish feeling, wonderful evening!

My fav restaurant in Ams. Great Food, Great Location by the water and great people working there. Can't ask for more.

Very tasty food. The atmosphere is absolutely amazing, fun and cozy at the same time. The staff were all friendly and welcoming. The dishes could be quite pricey for the size, but very tasty.

Gisteren prima gegeten in dit restaurant. Ik was enthousiast geworden over de vele positieve recenties en wilde het zelf ook graag ervaren. Helaas ben ik wat minder positief. Het bedienend personeel was absoluut erg vriendelijk, de locatie is echt heel leuk. Het eten vonden we prima: niet uitgesproken goed maar zeker ook niet slecht. Helaas vond ik de prijs veel te hoog. We bestelden een bijvoorbeeld fles rode wijn (Pepe Yllera 2021) die goed te drinken was maar om voor een fles die inkoop nog geen € 5,65 kost € 40,00 te vragen vind ik echt te gortig.

Een van mijn favoriete restaurants in Amsterdam. Heerlijk eten en een gezellige sfeer. Steeds weer heerlijke nieuwe tapas op de kaart.

Nice place to eat tapas and friendly service.

(I‘m Spanish) bad food and expensive

Wat een lekker restaurant top ervaring en zeker voor herhaling vatbaar hopelijk tot gauw we zijn blij. Echt een Spaans avontuur

It’s very calm place and people were so kind! We went there for my best friend’s birthday dinner and we had so much fun there:)

very nice restaurant！ nice service ！

LOVE this place!!! Paella on a terrace on the water, what’s not to love?

Hemos reservado para una cena en familia. La atención en el servicio fue excelente. Te sientes como en casa. Es un lugar muy acogedor. Hemos pedido unas tapas y luego una paella de carne. La sangría estaba riquísima. Totalmente recomendada! Y la hacen ellos! De postre hemos probado el flan de Carmina y la tarta de zanahoria de tres leches. Todo buenísimo. Volveremos seguro!

Tastiest flan ever. Reason enough to come! But for the rest we will definitely come again

Al heel vaak bij hen gegeten, maar het blijft iedere keer een beleving. Zulke verrukkelijke smaken, maakt niet uit wat je besteld alles is met zorg gemaakt. Een echte aanrader, bediening zeer vriendelijk/

De beste tapa’s en paella die we ooit al hadden gegeten! Bij ons volgende bezoek aan Amsterdam komen we zeker terug. Ook fijn dat we vooraf telefoon kregen van de uitbaters om te vragen of de paella al klaar moest zijn tegen het uur van reservatie. Zo hoefden we niet lang te wachten.

It was one of the best paella I had outside of Spain! The food was more than delicious and the whole service was just lovely! But recommendation :)

A very nice place! Friendly and lovely staff. And the tapas are delicious. 5 stars well deserved. Just a 15 minute walk from Central Station. Muchas gracias, volvemos!

The best tapas ever! The grilled Iberian Pig with grilled vegitables is it self worth a visit! Remember to ordet a good red wine for the food The staff is fantastic!

Amazing Paella. Is not my first this in this restaurant. Authentic Spanish cucine. Impeccable service. Food is delicious.

Nice tapas restaurant with a few places right on the water, but the price is a bit too high.

Good atmosphere, extremely friendly service, delicious food! The tastiest paella in Amsterdam in this cozy spot on the water.

Good atmosphere, extremely friendly service, delicious food! The tastiest paella in Amsterdam in this cozy spot on the water.

Lovely harbor view as well. All the high ratings are very well deserved.

A very lovely restaurant with a proper Spanish vibe. They serve nice sangria, delicious tapas and good paella for a reasonable price. There is a beautiful terrace, and on a sunny summer day you might feel that you’re in Spain. I can definitely recommend the place! Note: paella is maybe not the most authentic paella that you can get in Spain, but it has a generous amount of seafood. I liked it!

Everyone was wonderful, the space, its owners, the waiters, in short I think it was a chance discovery that became one of the best experiences we had in Amsterdam. We were looking for a Spanish place to watch the European Cup final, before we were in another Spanish restaurant and they were packed. Searching we found Bellota tavern, they did not show the game and they allowed us to watch it on our cell phone, the game had not started when its owner, a charming Dutchman, and his wife, the owner of the establishment, played the game for us on their computer so that we could see it better . A detail. The menu was delicious, everything was very good and the quantities and variety of the menu were magnificent. We were served by a lovely waitress, a Colombian of super nice origin. Its owner is a love in every way. We had an experience of 10, I think it is located in a beautiful area, you can have dinner looking at the canal. The area is very quiet and very safe. We will really repeat for sure, I recommend them 100%.

slow service and bad taste of sangria

Delicious food. Nice service. We have been coming here often. Always tasty and pleasant.

Mocktails were great. Food was good. Service was great.

The dinner was delicious and the waiters were very friendly. Enjoyed a lot!

The flavors are certainly good, but the dishes could use a little more (paella, among others). As a result, I was not completely satisfied afterwards.

Excellent in everything, so I highly recommend it

Really great food, amazing cocktails, lovely atmosphere and such great staff! Can't wait to visit again!!!