The Good Companion in Jordaan

Had a great meal here, they had a new menu. DELICIOUS! I will definitely come back here! They also had a Sommelier who had chosen the perfect wines for us with the dishes. Definitely worth a visit.

Delicious tasty fish dishes prepared in an excellent way. And now even better than the old concept (we don't really miss the fish & chips and mussel pan 😉). Luckily we live around the corner, so we can come back soon.

We ordered the chef’s menu and were rewarded With a tides-out cascade of fantastically delicious small plates. Lovely service, great vibe. Quiet neighborhood away from the crush.

Very atmospheric place with wonderful dishes. Everything was absolutely delicious!

The food was excellent. Had some sourdough bread as a starter with anchovies butter, which I can recommend anyone- it’s class! The seacuterie board was a bit overpriced for what we received. However, the mains, see images, were both out of this world delicious and fairly priced. Can high recommend the sea bass and sea bream!

Fresh fish and oysters. High quality and amazing tasting fish dishes. Price quality was good, portions were a bit small but they all tasted amazing and had an original twist to them.

This is a great seafood restaurant owned by local residents. We tried each one with trepidation at first, but the dishes became more and more delicious, and we kept adding more orders, which amused the waiter. All the seafood exceeded expectations until I saw three fish cookbooks on the cooking table.

The starter was nice, we ordered the seacuteries with some bread. But after that came a long wait for the main dishes. The sea bass was delicious but the mussels had a whole story coming along with it. The waitress on her way serving the dish, dropped a few mussels out of the dish, right in front of our eyes, but not saying sorry or have any reaction to it. The mussels themselves were not hot at all. We also ordered asparagus as a side dish, and what a ridiculous price, 8.5 euros for like, what, 6 pieces of asparagus??? So yeah, definitely will not come back and also not recommend!

We had been walking forever! We needed to sit and eat and drink! Nice big tables outside on a beautiful night! It’s a big place. People are super spread out. Once we got a chance to order, we found out they were no longer serving dinner. Oh well. Ok! Pivot! We got drinks and the cauliflower and the nachos! They were amazing! And so was the food 😉Honestly have a seat, a drink, a snack!

All in all, a very lovely neighborhood spot with great fresh seafood and excellent service.

Food is of mixed quality, wine of high price to quality value and service was mixed: an excellent waitress and another very unwelcoming waiter

Great fish and sea food, I recommend

Me and my friend were craving seafood and the Good Companion did more than satisfy that craving. The service was lovely, one of our waiter’s Joey was very helpful. Providing excellent recommendations and tips. The other waitress was super friendly and attentive to us. We ordered a variety of dishes all of them delicious and kept us ordering more food. The dessert card could be better but the rest of the menu was fulfilling Our heart broke a bit when we found out the fish and chips have been removed from the menu. But we will keep an eye out for the Monday specials in hopes to see it again.

This is a gem place ! Definitely recommend this place for the best quality seafood with delicious flavors! The chef here pour in lot of love while making and cooking these dishes so the taste of the dishes are next level ! I was in food coma after having just one bite 😍🥹

What a surprise! I ended up at TGC's 8th anniversary by chance and was completely blown away. The renewed concept promises a lot of good: exciting wines and a menu of exceptional quality. Everything was right, perfectly seasoned sauces, insanely good fish, and a fresh energy in the whole experience. You will see me again soon

It's not easy to eat well in Amsterdam and like the rest, everything is quite expensive. This place is a bit out of the way compared to the busy streets but you can get there on foot. It's small and more than 6 people at the same table can become a problem. We ate many good oysters! The fish, when you understand what it is, is not bad. Be careful when buying wine because each bottle costs 50 and up and in the end we opted for beer after reading the menu. Anyway, not bad in my opinion. PS: like all places... it's not very clean but they are kind and nice and the food is quite good!

Good place for fish and seafood in Amsterdam/Jordanviertel. The service is good and the food is fresh and tasty.

Lovely food and lovely staff💛 We felt very much welcomed, and the food was truly delicious. Will recommend to our friends!

Had the fish and chips and it was stellar the fruits were Baller crispy, meaty, and the aïoli with tarragon killed it!

They do oyster happy hour on Saturday from 1-5pm for 1.5€ each. What a bargain, definitely worth a visit

The staff was attentive and gave a personal touch to the service

Cozy restaurant, Excellent service and Outstanding Food and Drinks! Where do I begin? I sat down and started my experience with a Negroni. It was by far the best one I have ever had - just perfect. For food first with the small plate of Vongole. The sauce was so amazing. I had to request bread so that I could savor the taste. For main course I chose the Red Bream filet with fennel and apple. And completed my dining experience with chocolate cremeux! I was not disappointed. Highly recommend this restaurant and I’d recommend making a reservation especially on busier going out for dining nights.

The worst value for money I've seen. Food is tasteless, small and just disappointing.

Absolutely great. Highly recommended. Such lovely people and the food is delicious.

Fresh seafood and seasoned well .Delicious !

From the moment you enter, the site transmits care and desire to do it well. The dining room, not very large, and cozy, allows you to see the kitchen in action, which always gives confidence. You can see the young energy behind the project, with a friendly, attentive team that works with enthusiasm. And that is reflected on the plate. We tried some fresh oysters, very good, quality product treated with respect. We chose a menu that sought to surprise, and although some ideas work more than others, there is intention, there is search, and that is appreciated. Sometimes, the most basic is the tastiest: good fish, well cooked, without frills, is already a success. As a detail, the cava could have been colder, with its ice bucket as it should. Still, the homemade desserts, especially a chocolate one, rounded out a very pleasant experience. It is a place where you can see the effort, the love for the kitchen and the respect for whoever sits at the table.

Despite receiving the completely wrong main course, it was still very much appreciated. The Good Companion has a cozy and intimate atmosphere. The staff is very friendly and knows what they are talking about. Definitely recommended if you are a fish fanatic.

Had an unexpected meal last night. There was still 1 table available. Delicious fish dishes, nice wines and good service. A little gem hidden at the end of the Westerstraat

Absolutely incredible food. Brilliant service and lovely atmosphere. Great wines too. 10/10 Best food we've had since living in Amsterdam. The photos don't do this super cute restaurant justice

Best place to spend a birthday..what could you want more except great food, great drinks and great staff and service. Thabk you for having us

Everything is fantastic here! The service is good, the food (fete de mer is really amazing) and the drinks are delicious, and the seating is great (especially in the conservatory). I'll definitely be back!

A hidden gem in the Jordaan, away from the masses. Good products, each prepared with attention. Highly recommended for fishing enthusiasts.

Good price/ quality for the oyster tasting! Was a bit quiet though in the afternoon

Spontaneously went there on Saturday evening. A warm welcome and a relaxed atmosphere. Delicious food with beautiful flavor combinations! Highly recommended!

A very nice discovery! The fish were very well cooked whether in ceviche, on the grill, in sauce The price is well worth the quality of the cuisine

Friday afternoon hangout with colleagues, great place for nice and fresh food.

I've visited this darling restaurant on two separate trips to Amsterdam. Both times the food and service were terrific, and the staff was friendly overall. I tried the fish and chips my second time there, and the fish was MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH-GOOD. I'll be back!

The waitress expertly opened a bottle of Beaujolais Blanc and provided excellent recommendations for both starters and the main course. This small, cozy restaurant offers outstanding service and a well-curated wine list. Be sure to check out the catch of the day—we had skrei, a seasonal winter cod, which was exceptional. Reservations are required.

★★★★★ | Fantastic experience! Finally visited this restaurant, and it exceeded all expectations! The food was not only delicious, but also prepared with great care. The service was extremely friendly and attentive, and even the chefs took the time to think along. Highly recommended - we will definitely be back!

Came for the Oyster event on Saturday. The oysters were good but nothing really special. Good price though. I lacked some choice in oysters but also for other snacks. It was 3 in the afternoon... I did not really feel like fish and chips... menu was more fitting for a lunch or dinner. Service was cordial but quite slow. We waited a lot for people to take our order and then waited more to be served food.

Comida increíble, excelente servicio y muy buena relación calidad-precio. Tomamos cócteles, vino y dos platos para c. 75 euros. Deliciosas Langoustines, un entrante de besugo sobre estragón y anacardo, estofado de pescado y pescado de carbón sobre puré de apio. Sabores frescos y vibrantes. Fantástico.

Good fish and chips come from a thin, crisp batter that hugs the fish without separating.

Great overall dinner experience. All of the fish was fantastic, especially the “seacuterie.” The staff and service were excellent, and I highly recommend for anyone wanting a great meal in Amsterdam. We will be back next time we’re in town!

Quaint Atmosphere. Food was extraordinary!! Staff were really friendly and gave real good recommendations. Definitely a place to return to

Very good, cozy, the best place in Amsterdam for seafood cuisine

The seafood dish is fresh and quite tasteful. We are satisfied with all dish we ordered but we find that the fish and chips is just average for us. If I remember correctly, the oysters has 3 different kinds and it would be better if waiter/waitress can recommended us which one to start first and following in sequences. The clams dish is my most favorite one and I really recommend if you are a fan of clams. We booked it in advance as we go there during the weekend and it was good decision as it’s full house. We could sit only for 2 hours as what we booked as they have other guests booked the table also. The staffs are friendly and assist you quite well. They answered us with the questions we had with smiles on their faces so we were happy with the services. The restaurant is quite small so it’s quite tight when it’s full house. We need to get out of our chair to make the space when other guest need to walk to their tables with baby troller.

The chef can cook. Every dish is delicious and flavorful. But young waitress and serving are disastrous. Not welcoming at all for reserved guests for seating down and ordering food and drink. Not courteous or not informative at all. Some stuff on the default menu was unavailable. Including wine. We were asking, is this some sort of a racism? Serving needs to be improved. Foods are great. Unprofessionalism and lack of courtesy and friendliness……

The best seafood restaurant in Amsterdam, in my opinion! I tried the three-course menu along with the recommended seasonal scallops dish, and everything was absolutely impeccable. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared using locally sourced seafood, and every bite was a highlight. I especially loved the pan-fried fish with the crab and shellfish sauce—the flavors were outstanding and delivered a fine dining experience without the hefty price tag. The wine recommendations were spot-on, perfectly complementing the seafood and tailored to our preferences. Highly recommend this gem for an unforgettable seafood experience!

Amazing food, friendly staff, nice vibe 🙂‍↕️

Restaurante informal de mariscos con excelente comida y bebidas. El plato de charcutería de mariscos era único y espléndido, al igual que el pan de masa madre. También disfrutamos de los mejillones y estofado de mariscos. Recomiendo encarecidamente este restaurante para los amantes de los mariscos.

Amazing place to eat sea food. I think they have the best fish and chips I have ever tasted and consistently because I have come back for it around 4 times and I never regret it. Also the chocolate mousse is insanely good. A must try place if you haven't already!

BEST SEAFOOD PLACE IN TOWN. Thank you and we will be back! 👌👌👌

One of our favorite dining experiences. They are an actual local restaurant with quality food and drink offerings. The staff offers incredible, warm hospitality. Come hungry, and you will not be disappointed.

We used to go there frequently. I noticed the portions got much smaller while the price increased. Food quality is good but simple Fish & chips for 22,50 I found a bit too pricey. Staff is friendly and it’s a casual vibe

Everything is amazing! Great atmosphere, fresh tasty food, great wines, menu has the right amount of dishes.

Absolutely magical place. The food was incredible, the place was picturesque, the music was delightful and the waiter was well spoken, personable and handsome like a movie star. This place is my personal recommendation and in my personal top 10. Will definitely visit again.

I reserved a table there one evening for the birthday of my dear and sweetheart who loves seafood! He really liked the three-course menu! On my side; as a vegetarian it was a bit light in terms of dish. A good big veggie salad. as a main course or a veggie fish and chips would be great! Service with a smile and fast in a warm place; we feel good there! In addition, the neighborhood is wonderful to discover by gleaning around the canals ;)

Very friendly and helpful staff. Delicious food and cosy atmosphere. As a starter, we had moussels and it was very nice. Our main dish was sea bass, fish & chips and fish of the day. All were very delicious and well served. Nice place!

Very nice place with very nice staff, I choose FIsh & Chips and it was absolutely good. Not very expensive being in Amsterdam. Very recomended.

Nice cozy place in Westerstraat. Tried and enjoyed the Saturday Oyster Day. Friendly staff.

Small intimate place with quality food. We had the oysters, wolf fish and sea bass. All were spectacular and the service was excellent.

This was my second time having dinner at TGC. The food was good the first time and just as good this time around. This is significant as I'm a traveler who seeks good food. I had Fisherman's Stew last year. This time I had the whole fish sea bass. The sauce on the sea bass was fantastic. The oyster "trial" plate was fantastic with a combo of local oysters, some from France, and some from Ireland. The Dutch oysters were my favorite. I'd recommend this place if you are not picky about ambiance but prefer good food instead.

This restaurant is a gem, and you should definitely get a reservation, especially on the weekend. I recommend asking for a table in the front glassed-in porch area though if it is cooler, bring a wrap. Our waiter Joey was knowledgeable and helpful. We asked for a wine recommendation and he made a terrific suggestion, and not the most expensive. The raw oysters sampler was wonderful. He also steered us to the clams in garlic butter/broth, which were excellent, including the large razor clams, so tender and sweet. Don’t skip them! The accompanying bread was to die for. The langostinos had a delicious sauce but there was not much meat so I would pass on those.

This spot has been unlucky for restaurants, and so I hesitated to go eat at The Good Companion. But after the pandemic it received a fresh look, and good reviews so I decided to try it eventually. I regret now I didn't do so earlier, and I am very sad they are not open during weekday lunchtimes. This is an unpretentious, excellent fish restaurant that tries out interesting but uncomplicated dishes. Most of them are amazing, even if a few are a bit dull. The fish 'charcuterie' plate is divine. The prices are not outrageous, and the service is attentive and low key (and unhurried). My only gripe is that the dessert menu deserves some fresh thinking. This is a place that makes you feel welcome regardless of who you are.

Heerlijk gegeten. Attente, vriendelijke bediening. Vis wordt bereid zoals het hoort. Ik word hier heel erg vrolijk van. Absolute aanrader!

My favorite fish place in Amsterdam even though I live here for 10 years! Good wine selection as well and the menu 3 courses is very affordable at 37,5€ which is becoming very rare in Amsterdam !

Food was excellent ! Oysters were amazing , so delicious! Mussels were extraordinary ! Staff is very friendly , I highly recommend visit here , you wont be disappointed 😊

Thank you TGC. We had the oysters and they are so fresh and creamy. We are a group of 6 and the host arranged us a cozy table.

Expected impressions, we got what we wanted. High quality and tasty. Polite and attentive staff.

This is a hugely appealing friendly restaurant serving an excellent fish biased menu. We came 2 nights in a row having discovered it after the birth of our first Grandson. They generously congratulated us and remembered when I returned the second time with my son to celebrate again. Delighted that our daughter, son in law and new grandson live around the corner as this place gets all the important things right. Quality fresh food and great service. Highly recommended! And thank you for being so lovely!

The ingredients are fresh but the taste is empty.

Locale tanto carino quanto piccolo (niente di diverso dalla media della Città ) serve pesce di Qualità preparato con gran maestria, cura del dettaglio e dell'impiatto innaffiato da cortesia del personale dolce ed accogliente. Menù minimal in linea col pescato e con la grandezza della cucina. Pagamento con POS per un prezzo ragionevole per del PESCE di Qualità.

A place as cute as it is small (nothing different from the city average) it serves quality fish prepared with great skill, attention to detail and to the dish washed down by the courtesy of the sweet and welcoming staff. Minimal menu in line with the catch and the size of the kitchen. Payment with POS for a reasonable price for quality FISH.

Great experience! Deliciously cooked food and great wine selection. Staff were very helpful. Would recommend

Great! Nice place, in the middle of the Jordaan. Very tasty food and beautiful wines. Service very good! They take the time to explain the menu and provide you with a nice dinner. If you like fish, then you should definitely go here! We would love to come back here again!

Delicious food! Very nicely balanced dishes. Langoustines, razor clams, sea bass, fish and chips and a chocolate mouse dessert

Very testy! We tried the fish of the day, oysters and the traditional fish and chips. The chocolate mousse was the perfect ending. I will come back for sure.

Marvelous. We went on a Saturday for the oyster deal and we weren't disappointed. Followed those with grilled sardines that were really nice. A couple of beers to help wash it all down made for a very pleasant afternoon.

Fabulous restaurant- I’ve been here twice in two years and consistently excellent. Lovely, friendly and helpful service- our waitress explained everything perfectly. It’s got atmosphere and is always popular without being overrun and busy. Food- I recommend the oysters and last week I had the razor clams which was probably one of the best seafood dishes I’ve ever tasted. And the house Mezcal margarita is so so good. If you’re visiting Amsterdam and like a good fish restaurant this is a must :) will be back. Thank you The Good Companian team

Fabuloso restaurante - He estado aquí dos veces en dos años y constantemente excelente. Servicio encantador, amable y servicial - nuestra camarera explicó todo perfectamente. Tiene ambiente y siempre es popular sin estar invadido y ocupado. Comida - Recomiendo las ostras y la semana pasada comí las almejas de afeitar, que probablemente fue uno de los mejores platos de marisco que he probado. Y la casa de Mezcal Margarita es tan buena. Si vas a visitar Amsterdam y te gusta un buen restaurante de pescado esto es imprescindible : ) volverá. Gracias El equipo de Good Companian

Der wirklich exzellente Fisch wurde in ganz lässiger Art und Atmosphäre serviert und das hat uns wirklich begeistert. Kabeljau Fisch & Chips schmeckten mir ausgezeichnet, das Gericht war aber auch perfekt zubereitet. Ebenso konnte uns das 3-Gang-Menu vollkommen überzeugen. Das Carpaccio von der Meeräsche mit Paprikacreme sowie der Rotbarsch in Meeresfrüchte-Safransoße waren total frisch und ausgezeichnet abgeschmeckt. Bei unserem nächsten Amsterdam Besuch kommen wir garantiert wieder.

Great fish restaurant. We ordered a 3-course menu and 2 starters (oyster tasting and ceviche) for two. Everything prepared super fresh and delicious. Our daughter had a fish stew, highly recommended! The service was excellent, very kind and attentive. A wonderful discovery in the heart of Amsterdam. Definitely the highlight of our first week of vacation.

Wonderful fish restaurant without pretensions. Absolutely recommended!!

Very good restaurant to eat fish and seafood. I would highlight the oysters and fried fish. Varied wine list. Very good service. It is very well located.

The French kind was what we had. They were delicious and extremely fresh. Haddock smoked with taragon sauce is a must-order. I could drink that sauce all day. Fresh and hot fries came with the meal. This was excellent cuisine, and we had a German white wine to go with it. However, a refreshing lager would also work nicely. Staff members are friendly.

Good food in a relaxed environment. The staff was attentive and gave a personal touch to the service.

Very good fish and oysters. Reservation recommended.

Cozy and chill restaurant next to Joordan neighbourhood. The food is even better than it looks. The cod of the fish and chips was soft like butter and the mussels were extremely good. The staff and the atmosphere make it perfect for a couple. For sure a must when in Amsterdam <3

Best seafood place that I’ve tried so far in Amsterdam. The food is very good and the staff helpful and friendly. The dishes of the day were delicious, Mediterranean-like flavors, and fish & chips is a must.

As always; a warm welcome, great atmosphere, lovely staff, tasty food - and reasonable prices.

The food was amazing, fresh fish prepared very well. Fresh Sourdough bread baked at the restaurant, olive oil was divine and good wine selection. Restaurants had only 2 waiters who also served as front of house - thee most impersonal and inflexible service for Amsterdam. But the food is really good and worth it!

Good food, nice service and atmosphere 🥂🦪

We were having lunch here and it was amazing. As a starter we got fresh oysters (I am not a really oyster person but even I liked them at this restaurant). For the main course we had Seabass (and it was sooo big, so we could share) with nice sundried tomatoes and lemon sauce. And I loved the mussels with lovage & saffron & crithmum maritimum drssing. My friends got cava. They have nice sort of wines & bubbles. And I had alcohol free Basil Gin Martino cocktail. 🍸 Waitstaff were friendly and attentive.

Great food menu selection of seafood from chef floris & Matthys and excellent service from Annemyn that make our dinner is amazing with here recommendations and the Basil drink. Definitely will come back again

It pains me to say, as an Englishman, but Dutch oysters are to die for.

Delicious food, nice atmosphere and what an overload of service. Thanks Annemijn!

As a fan of fish dishes, I often visit fish restaurants. Unfortunately, this was not a great experience. Fish and Chips was dry, the fish plate ordered as an appetizer was unimaginative and the fish of the day was cod with tasteless side dishes. That restaurant would never survive in Scandinavia.

Best mussels I’ve had in ny life!

We had amazing Austrian wine, oysters, and fish & chips. Everything was fresh, and cooked with care. Loved their take on tartar sauce, it was freshly made and delicious! The staff were so kind, and atmosphere was nice. We will definitely be coming back!

I've just had amazing oysters here and I reallly really enjoyed the mussles too. The service was really nice and our waiter had quite some humour as well which I really appreciated. They prepare the food where everybody can see and this tells a lot about their attention to the meals they serve. I gave only 4 stars for the atmosphere as it's quite a small place and can get noisy due to the kitchen being right next to you, but I really cannot complain about anything else. If you're looking for good oysters and mussles, you have to check them out!