The Big Apple in Grachtengordel-Zuid

The waiter was very sweet and helpful. When we sat down, he showed us around the menus at the table and was always making sure we were having a good time - not annoying and not the entire time, in case you are wondering. When we had the bill he asked for a review of the food, which I personally have never seen before. The prices were not ludicrous, but the food did fill me a little too quickly. Strongly recommend!

The food was great, there was almost no wait time for the food and the server was nice and really funny!

We just stopped for a drink, but I still have to leave a positive review because the service was excellent, the waiter was super friendly and smiling, we had a lovely time 👍

I was dying from the heat and sat down and ordered a beer to cool off. The owner introduced himself and gave me his card and told me they had the best steaks around. I thanked him after visiting with him. A nice chat on a hot day. I came back the next night and got spare ribs. Exceptionally good. I would defintely stop and eat here again if for nothing more than a nice conversation and the cold beer. A great way to spend some time. Kudos.

It was very tasty and the waiter was nice and helpful.

I am spending a few days in Amsterdam my first time here, this was the first cafe we went to and I am extremely glad we did. Delight who was the waiter he was amazing and he made the experience of being in Amsterdam truly the best, Definitely would recommend. The food was also very delicious.

I asked for fries with my steak and then I got uncut potatoes and nothing with them, the steak wasn't cooked I just got it raw I'm never coming back here shitty place

Excellent service and delicious food.

The pink passion cocktail was INCREDIBLE and the staff are so kind! Great spot to sit and relax for an evening.

The food was tasty, steaks, burgers, salads, everything. The staff was very kind, smiling and ready to help. Great service, great food, thanks guys!

Not bad! Tasty burger, good service. Friendly assistance, and we sat outside. Very busy street, that's true, but it can be fun if you want to experience the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam's city center. Inside it was a bit messy, and the toilet was a mess.

Emilia and Delite were such good help and were really sweet, they made the experience amazing and delightful! No problems and were absolutely fantastic.

You can eat well there and everything is homemade, highly recommended.

I went with some clients for dinner by reservation, excellent food, excellent drinks and friendly waiters, a bit expensive, but you are in the centre of Amsterdam with generally very good service.

Good food. Generous portion of hamburger. Homemade.

The food was very tasty and certainly plentiful. Friendly staff. The sanitary facilities were a downside.

Everything went very well. Impeccable service, two super friendly, smiling young people, exactly what we like. The food is good. We had daiquiris, also perfect, homemade with real strawberries, not syrup. Four complimentary limoncellos. Located in the gay district, great atmosphere. I recommend it.

Great lunch! On a quiet street you can sit outside and relax

Very very very good food, so friendly stuff, this restaurant just made my day.

We were a party of 6, celebrating a birthday party and I ordered a rare rib eye steak. It was nicely cooked but the cut had nothing done with ribeye, waaay too much fat and a thick silver skin right through the middle of the steak. I left more than a third in the plate 🫩. The waiter was also rather distractracted, as we wanted more drinks and he was watching the people in the street more than paying attention to us. 😕

During our stay in Amsterdam, while wandering down a colorful little street, I found this little slice of paradise with a touch of Italian sunshine. The cocktails were to die for, you'd want more! And if you're eating, be warned: they don't skimp on quantity or quality if you go there. You're guaranteed to be blown away; everything is perfect, from the service and the ambiance to the peaceful atmosphere and the food! We went three times in two days! And each time, the same warm welcome, top-notch service, and a perfect combination of everything!

The only gluten free option was a baked potato with margarine or a plain burger with gluten free bun (no fries, but still had to pay the full cost for burger+fries). It was very misleading, as we spoke to a waiter durning the day to confirm gluten options and he reassured us we'd be ok.

A wide variety of grill dishes, including fish, but you must try the spicy spare ribes. Without any doubt the best in Amsterdam. Also good that they serve alternatives to fries and also salads.

Amazing hospitality and delicious food. Tried the falafel burger and I don't think I've had a burger as good as this is a long time. The team members were kind and very welcoming. Enjoyed my solo evening.

Bartalo brilliant customer service, amazing steaks can jo reccommend enough

Apple pie, beer and burgers were perfect. The Chef Bartlumeo was really nice and made a really good atmosphere

The place is cozy and the service is very good and fast.

Friendly staff, fresh and delicious food. Great cocktails!

Nice decor, friendly service and great burgers AND homemade fries

Food was very good service was a bit slow but all in all was a good experience. This place is quite expensive though.

Nice restaurant, although The Big Apple was a disappointment. First of all, I found it odd that it wasn't possible to split the bill, which is inconvenient when you're with a group. There was also a charge for charging your phone. Furthermore, the fries were very dry; it felt like I had a mouthful of starch. As if that wasn't enough, I also noticed that the prices on the menu were higher than what was listed on their website. This felt a bit misleading. All in all, it wasn't a great experience, and I wouldn't recommend the restaurant anytime soon because of this.

Delicious food and good service.

Perfect experience from start to finish. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, and the staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive. A great place if you want amazing cuisine and excellent service. Highly recommended !

Delicious ribs, and the fries were also homemade. The staff is very friendly; this is the second time we've come specifically to eat their delicious ribs. I highly recommend it.

Very beautiful. But lacking in flavor

Really enjoyed our experience here tonight. Friendly & attentive service, and the food was fantastic.

Food super tasty and large portions so definitely recommended!

It was lovely and quiet when we came, food was lovely, cocktails and beer were delightful and the staff were amazing :)

I ate here on Sunday, February 1st. The service was absolutely terrible. The waitresses couldn't crack a smile. Glasses were empty, and I didn't ask for new drinks. The salmon was dry, and a few hours later I had diarrhea and was vomiting. So I definitely don't recommend this restaurant.

Everything was great and adapted for vegans and gluten-free diets.

Great service, lovely food and atmosphere

Rafael was a fantastic server! We had a large group and were seated right away! The food was delicious! It was fantastic!

The service was decent, though communication with the waitstaff wasn’t great. The fries were disappointing, and unfortunately the steak I ordered medium-rare came out almost raw. Overall, not a place I’d return to.

A nice cosy place, very friendly stuff! Recomended!

The welcome, service, and food were all excellent! I highly recommend it.

A small, welcoming brasserie, just what I was looking for. The service was impeccable. For the Royal Cheese burger, I asked for it medium-rare, and it was cooked exactly as requested. As for the nachos, there were a few too many chips at the bottom. Regarding the drinks, the beer menu in Amsterdam is always price-free, so there were no surprises there. The waitress was very kind and professional. When it came time to pay, we disagreed on the price of one dish, and the waitress took the time to explain the pricing, showing us the menu as proof. This brasserie, located on a busy street in a lively Amsterdam neighborhood, delighted us with its authenticity. I highly recommend it.

A small, welcoming brasserie, just what I was looking for. The service was impeccable. For the Royal Cheese burger, I asked for it medium-rare, and it was cooked exactly as requested. As for the nachos, there were a few too many chips at the bottom. Regarding the drinks, the beer menu in Amsterdam is always price-free, so there were no surprises there. The waitress was very kind and professional. When it came time to pay, we disagreed on the price of one dish, and the waitress took the time to explain the pricing, showing us the menu as proof. This brasserie, located on a busy street in a lively Amsterdam neighborhood, delighted us with its authenticity. I highly recommend it.

The service was friendly, but the food was truly subpar. The combo starter (chef's combination of different appetizers) was a brown fruit bowl. Nothing but greasy deep-fried food. The main course: Tuna (requested medium) was overcooked, dry, and tasteless. The hamburgers were fine. It's a shame you have to pay almost 7.50 for a few cups of mayo and ketchup. Conclusion: we won't be back.

Good cuts of meat. Generous portions and a hospitable team.

Unbelievable. Never go. I ordered a Sirloin Steak entrecote and they only brought the meat. Literally JUST MEAT. No sauce, no salad, no fries... nothing. There was salt and meat on the plate. And I paid 22.50 Euros for this 200g steak. When I asked for bread, they said it was chargeable. I don't think such a service approach can be acceptable.

Amazing place ))) delicious food and very friendly waiters 😍 I always glad to be back here

This place is so nice, I would like to come back here soon!

Food was not hot...sauce not hot. Meat very tough and fatty

Travelled from Uk came here a a pit stop for food whilst wondering around Amsterdam, it was delicious my partner had burger . I had potato skin and the MOST delicious chicken wings. really great

The food was good and the girl who served us was nice, but when it came time to pay, a guy forced us to give a 10% tip, saying he earns minimum wage (I do too, and I don't force people to tip). I think it's completely out of line.

No splitting the bill policy - when you have a 120€ bill for 4 people, it just looks unbelievable

Best places for steaks in Amsterdam!

The food was good, but we were disappointed by the service and the fact that there was no tap water. The waiter also gave us mayonnaise without mentioning that it came at an extra charge.

Had a wonderfully delicious meal

Well nice food in a nice quiet side street

Delicious burgers, nothing to complain about.

Average good, just something to grab a quick bite to eat.

The waittress fine, the food quit bad in general, salads with no dressing, just a supermarket salad bag just open strait to the dish with no any dressing like rabbits, Hamburger just ok , fries with a fish burned oil flavoure, a shame really

Enjoyed a lovely meal on the terrace under the heater! A lovely street with a great atmosphere. The service could be better, but that shouldn't spoil the fun!

Nice enough. A little overpriced but expected for a tourist spot. Some of the dinner doesn’t come with sides like it’s just chargrilled chicken which on its own was 20 euros and we had to add sides on top. The vegan burger was nice! Was a nice change to have falafel rather than beyond meat. Wish it came with coleslaw or avocado or pickles for more flavour.

Really bad. I had literally a plastic bag in my drink. A beer costs like 8 euros and they charged extra for every little thing.

I took myself off to the Dam for a little birthday treat and decided to visit this establishment for my dinner. Seeing as it was a treat, I decided to go for the T-Bone steak (med-rare of course). The first thing I should have noticed is that the cost only includes the steak and all other extras need to be purchased. I know this is common practice in a lot of places, but I'd only expect this from high end establishments and this is not one of them! So I dumped another €15 on fries and mushrooms which stung a bit. I also opted for a glass of house red wine to start with. The steak was delivered in good time and on first glance, looked very appealing, however, eating it proved to be a whole different experience... One side of the steak was stringy, chewy and overcooked, bordering med-well, whereas the other half was barely cooked to medium and was quite flavourless. The fries and mushrooms were very nice tho!! Within 3 minutes of recieving my food, before I even grabbed my cutlery, I was checked on by a waiter to make sure all was ok! I asked him for another glass of wine and off he went... Out of the building and down the road!! He returned to the restaurant a few minutes later and carried on with his duties but neglected my request for the wine. Until I was ready to pay, I was ignored and left to eat my food. Wasn't a great experience and judging by the other offerings in the local area, I feel I could have had a better evening elsewhere. Not the best place and certainly not the worst

I recommend this restaurant. We ate very well, the welcome and service were excellent.

Delicious food! Friendly service. You can sit quietly with a drink after your meal and no one will look away! Quality over quantity!

Nice service, delicious food, beautiful location

Very nice waiters, also the food & drinks where very good. Nice building and seating is amazing. Go here if you want to have a great night. Ibram is the best waiter here. Good guy & very friendly

Ibram is a very Nice Guy! He gave the best service !

Ibram the ober was very nice and the food was good

The waiters rarely showed up. My tuna steak was—despite my request for medium—well-done and no longer tender. The baked onion rings were very good, crispy, and not greasy.

Food was good, Ibram was better. Amazing service

Avoid this place if you want to get good value for money and know exactly what you'll end up paying! In fact, you'll be charged additional taxes not mentioned upfront, in addition to the prices displayed on the menu. The main course (meat or fish) is served alone on the plate without even a few frills for presentation. All side dishes are extra. The Caesar salad is mostly lettuce and doesn't even have any dressing. A real disappointment considering the steep price.

I work as a chef back home and that big apple burger really was beautiful and the chips were cook perfectly to easily worth the money enjoyed every bite

Awful food, would not recommend; what was served was not what was advertised.

Very good service and delicious food. The potatoes in particular were very good.

Really good. I had the Royal Cheese and it was the basics done well, for a good value price.

We had the sweet spare ribs and the T-bone steak. Both were delicious, perfectly cooked, and super tender. The curly fries were crispy and well-seasoned; we really enjoyed them. We received friendly service from all the staff and had a great evening.

We sat outside and were served relatively quickly for our drinks, but that was it. We were ignored and couldn't place any further orders. The Coke wasn't on the menu, and a small 0.25l Coke costs €5! We came here because of the positive reviews, but unfortunately, we can't confirm them at all.

The fries were bland without any sauce, and both the steak and burger were average at best. Given the high prices, I can confidently say that it just wasn't worth it.

My partner and I had a delicious medium-rare steak! Everything was delicious and cooked to perfection. The staff was very friendly and welcoming! It's a shame there was construction going on next to the terrace, but otherwise it was superb.

It was so-so. My burger was good, but it came with fries, which were served without any dip. They weren't that seasoned either, so I almost couldn't eat them because they were so dry. My friend's steak wasn't worth the €30 price tag either. We'd probably eat somewhere else next time, but the service was friendly and helpful.

We attended an event with around 100 people. The preset menu (2 choices) was superb: Tasty, well presented, and lots! We started with buffalo wings, beautiful fresh salad and steak done to perfection. We also enjoyed wine.

What a service! Great food, great vibes!

The most beautiful lamb in Amsterdam! Bravo, Chef!

This was a magical place for me and my (NOW) fiancé thanks to Anton and the team at big apple, not only did they help with the perfect day the food was top tier along with the service they couldn’t help you enough

We used to come here all the time, but today they tried to fool us. We asked for 200 grams of meat, but they claimed they gave us 300 grams. Also, there were black particles in my wine glass, and they didn’t care at all. The staff are nice, but the one acting like the boss — please, no. I ll go never again

Excellent burger served with a generous portion of fries. Excellent beer... The staff is very helpful, especially fast and friendly!

Only when we received the bill were we told that service wasn't included in the price. We were then told we'd have to pay an additional 10 to 20% on an already hefty bill. There was also no hot water available. The food and location are certainly fine.

Amazing place easy to get to food was amazing waiter was very clear and friendly, can dine indoor and out door

The food was very tasty and the atmosphere was good 👍

Very disappointed with the meal and the service, and the staff were unfriendly. The usual beers on the menu are out of stock? There's another beer menu, but it's priceless! Meat without a side dish is an extra charge, and a large salad with no dressing. Absolutely avoid.

Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, service was quick and very friendly would definitely visit again

A bit pricey at €22 for ribs without fries, which you have to pay for as an accompaniment... otherwise, the wait time was normal for the rest, the waiter was very nice and pleasant. Our dishes were very good.

What a great place and the service is more than top!!!

Went here for dinner, and got the Big Apple Burger. Pretty good burger and fries. And service was good

Great food. So relaxing. Waiter Martin was so friendly.