Barracuda occupies a vast, warehouse space overlooking the IJ River. Though, it's not quite the Mediterranean waters (the oil-licked, ocean-blue floor is as close as it gets) the grilled fresh fish, calamari friti, and salad niçoise plays homage to those warmer, sunny days. Half the space is reserved for bookings, the other available for walk-in, ensuring a steady hum throughout the serving. With its canteen stools, low hanging lamps, and the more absurd jet skis and boats hanging from the ceilings, Barracuda is the ideal spot for a raucous family get-togethers to causal dates and rendezvous. To make the experience all the more Dutch, order the kibbeling (bite-sized pieces of meaty, white fish), it's a delicacy. 

Going to the movie theatre is almost always a good idea. It’s an even better idea when you can tuck into fresh, simple food & lovely, organic wines before you head into the chill of the theatre. FC Hyena is a cool neighbourhood cinema showing art house films. Haven’t managed to finish that bottle before the movie starts? No problem! You’re free to bring it in with you.

What was once a bare bones car garage has been miraculously transformed into an elegant, industrial gourmet restaurant. Though we’d never say no to a cosy, intimate dinner at Hotel de Goudfazant, it’s one of the best places in town to head with a big group. Wear your loosest trousers because you won’t be able to resist ordering all of the delicious seafood on the menu.

Barracuda's surprising new venture comes in the form of a Surinamese pop-up kitchen. Cocktails, scrumptious flavours and delicious vibes, with plenty of colour.