The Big Apple in Grachtengordel-Zuid

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!

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

Nice decor, friendly service and great burgers AND homemade fries

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!

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.

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

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

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

Great service, lovely food and atmosphere

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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.

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

Ibram the ober was very nice and the food was good

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 !

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.

Great steak amazing pepper sauce Very kind and friendly service

Good food, only the toilet could use an upgrade Otherwise it's great 👌💪🏻

Food and wine were good, lovely staff but long wait times

The food was flavorful and well-cooked — especially the ribs and steaks, which stood out for their taste and quality. Service was friendly and accommodating, though there were moments where things moved a bit slowly. Overall, a great choice for anyone looking for quality grilled food in the heart of the city. I would definitely visit again!

It was really hood kind people and good meat

Came here for dinner last night without a reservation, so we were happy to be seated on a Friday night. The service was o-kay, nothing special. Slightly slow for taking orders, but the food and drinks arrived promptly. The food is exceptional. No complaints whatsoever; fresh and great quality. The daiquiris are made with fresh strawberries (a rarity nowadays) Be wary that when ordering, they will ask all the usual questions (what sauce, sides, how you would like it cooked etc) although they ask these questions, everything comes at an additional cost. The meal ended up costing a lot more than we thought, but the quality does make it worth it. Highly recommend to those willing to pay.

Mediocre burger joint. You can have a good meal, but you won't miss anything. My meat was lukewarm, but the toppings were generous. The atmosphere was so-so, the music a bit too loud.

At first, everything went great. The drinks were ordered quickly, as was the food. Everything arrived at the table quickly. Overall, the food was delicious! From then on, we were completely ignored for 30 minutes (including the food). The table was neither cleared nor were any more drinks ordered. We each had to calculate the bill ourselves, since there were several of us and everyone paid for themselves. It was kind of sad.

There were nine of us dining – it started off well: the food and drinks arrived quickly, a few small items were forgotten, but nothing dramatic. Unfortunately, service ended after the main course. When we finished eating, we actually wanted to treat ourselves to dessert and start the evening with a few more drinks, but unfortunately, that didn't happen, at least not in this restaurant. Our plates were cleared after 30 minutes, but only because we decided to leave. The waiters ignored us and apparently had no interest in making money from a group of nine. No second drink, no dessert. If it had been full and the waiters had been busy, it could have been excused, but not when the waiter was standing behind the bar, tasting the wine and vodka himself. When we decided to leave the restaurant, they tried to explain to us that we MUST choose between a 15%, 20%, or 25% tip. We were quickly able to convince the waiter of the opposite.

Worst steak I’ve had in a long time. Burnt dry and tough. After we returned the steak we got a 50€ discount. But still needed to pay 100€ for steaks.