What began as chef Petra Moerbeek’s pandemic side project has grown into one of Amsterdam Noord’s most soulful food spots. Born in Java and driven by a desire to do Indonesian cuisine justice, she turned home-style comfort food into a carefully executed offering. Expect slow-cooked rendang (a coconut-milk-based beef stew) and a perfectly spiced ayam geprek (crispy Indo-style fried chicken), with vegetarian options and a rotating monthly special. Decorated to look like a traditional warung, it’s the perfect easy-going hangout for a relaxed dinner. 

Part club, part cultural hub, SEXYLAND World brings together a number of inspiring initiatives under one roof. Artists, creatives and free spirits will fall in love with this buzzing space.

This innovative restaurant in Amsterdam Noord is absolutely worth crossing the IJ for. If you’re wary of cycling all the way back to the city after a few glasses of excellent natural wine, treat yourself to a room at their hotel just upstairs. Not up for a full meal? Grab a delicious treat from the bakery & take it with you as you explore the area.

This corner-side bolthole is a favourite spot to settle down with the paper and sip on a creamy oat flat white. Their lunches are also superb: home cooked, delicious and full of goodness. Though if you happen to be dashing for the ferry, get a coffee and a croissant to go.