I’ve actually been coming here since the very beginning, when Rainbowls opened its doors in 2018. Over all those years, the quality has remained incredibly consistent. Where else would you eat a tastier or more beautifully presented bowl than here?
What I love about Rainbowls is that they have never deviated from the concept they started with. Everything feels fresh, pure, and made with care. You can taste that they work with love and that quality always comes first. Whether you come for a colorful açaí bowl, a perfectly brewed coffee, or a fresh juice... it is a delight every single time. By now, Rainbowls is no longer a hidden gem, but a household name in Amsterdam, and that is more than deserved. The girls who work here are always working their socks off. Despite how busy it is these days, the service, friendliness, and atmosphere always remain just as good. You don't see that very often anymore.
A huge shout-out to the entire team. Thank you for the consistent quality and hospitality you have been providing for so many years. I have been a fan since day one and I will always remain one. See you soon! ❤️
Everyone say that french people are complicated, but i went there with my girlfriend and it was amazing. Food and drink were really nice. The waiters were friendly. Really good experience. We wish a merry christmas to the restaurant’s team !
What a fantastic place this is!
On a sunny, busy Saturday, I celebrated my birthday here with friends.
The service is traditionally friendly and knows exactly what they're doing!
They discuss your preferences and make sure everyone has a good time. The food was delicious, and everything arrived at the same time.
The cocktails here are especially delicious. There's no pre-mixed junk, and everything is made with love and passion. Don't miss one of the many Bloody Marys!
Thanks for a wonderful day, guys!
There are visits you plan and visits that simply happen. Ours fell into the latter category. On our way to nowhere in particular, drawn by the promise of live jazz, we walked through the door intending to have an aperitif. We left several hours later, convinced that some of the best meals are the ones you never planned.
As luck would have it, we arrived just as the Dutch lunch rush had subsided. Thanks to this, we enjoyed almost personalized service from Francesco and Elisa. When a French-inspired restaurant is run by an Italian couple, curiosity is piqued. And if, in addition, a Michelin-starred chef is behind the project, it's worth paying attention.
We ordered steak tartare, always a challenging dish, especially when you're sharing a table with a true devotee. The preparation, executed on the gueridon, was one of those that alone justifies a visit. Balance, freshness, technique, and quality ingredients. No need for artifice. Probably among the best we've had in Amsterdam.
We also requested a wine pairing. We were right. The wine didn't just accompany the dish; it conversed with it. One of those thoughtful pairings that doesn't seek the spotlight, but ends up elevating the whole experience and leaving the diner with a feeling as pleasant as it is dangerous: the desire to order another glass and discover what other tricks the restaurant has up its sleeve.
Then came the oeufs meurette, and the evening continued to improve. The pairing chosen this time was bolder, even playful, but just as spot-on. There are restaurants that serve wine and restaurants that think about wine. The difference is usually found in the details.
To close the savory course, we opted for a cheese board. In this area, it's difficult to impress, as the local competition is considerable when it comes to this noble dairy product. However, the selection more than fulfilled its purpose and served as the perfect ending to an appetizer that, almost without anyone noticing, had transformed into a meal.
The finale came in the form of a dessert wine. The kind of place that forces you to pause the conversation for a few seconds. The kind that leaves a memory lingering a moment longer than usual.
Interestingly, we came in for the jazz.
We'll have to return to see if it lives up to the food.
During an extremely hot day I decided to return to Waldorf Astoria to splurge on some mocktails.
I've tried some unique iced tea from Singapore mixed with a herbal wine.
I liked it but I asked for something a touch sweeter and more fruity.
A very friendly waiter told me he will do his best.
He came back with something closely resembling a classic lemon/limenade with sparkling water and some (vir)gin (u see what I did there?) but wasn't fruity in the way I've meant and way too intense.
But after diluting it with sparkling water it became best lemonade I've had which I can only imagine improved with a bit more herbal notes especially mint.
Coconut apple and kiwi dessert with chai I didn't like.
The coconut foam was too light and heavy at the same time, If it doesn't make sense hear me out...
Light and almost flavorless with a fatty remaining mouth feel.
Kiwi and apple was perfectly marinated with great acidity and sweetness balance.
Chai ice cream had a tangy aftertaste which immediately made me think it was halvah (extremely rich and dry sweet sesame paste) which didn't have a similar texture at all and was just like regular ice cream but strongly reminded me of that combined with fatty coconut foam.
Since I wasn't charged for the lemonade made entire experience worth it despite very high prices because of the exceptional service and luxurious environment.
Here is my review from a year ago
After brunch I've decided to try some fine dessert.
After ordering a cappuccino I've decided to go for a cheesecake with mango, passion fruit and white chocolate (which seemed very interesting since I was planning on experimenting with replacing raspberries with a passion fruit cremeux) after a waiting slightly longer than I would have liked to be approached by the waiter.
Although I couldn't figure out how white chocolate could have improved fearing it will add unnecessary sweetness and richness.
My fears turned out to be underestimated since what I've gotten wasn't a cheesecake but a cheese based vanilla flavored rich pastry cream in a white chocolate crust which wasn't necessary bad by itself but different than a cheesecake and the richness was enhanced by white chocolate making it seem to sweet while it wasn't because of it not being balanced out with sufficient acidity which fruity components failed to do.
Considering I can get a better cheesecake for 1/3 the price I would have been very disappointed if not for the fact that due to my dissatisfaction the entire bill was cancelled.
I recently took a good look at everything, smelled it, and bought some to smoke...👎❗️ It went bad..
Not like it used to be, nothing Dutch anymore or unique strains.. Never Greenhouse for me again.. Real Cookies strains aren't sold here anymore either, the logo is gone from the menu....🇱🇷👎 Very unfortunate, it was a good concept and organization..