While a host of excellent restaurants have opened across De Jordaan in recent years, Christiaan Smit quickly found its way into our hearts, serving some of the finest food in Amsterdam. Don't miss the red mullet with peas, bisque, tomato and saffron, and be sure to save room for the stuffed madeleine with almond and vanilla ice cream.

This wildly popular table d’hôte is buzzy for a reason. The laid-back French food is delicious – we like to order the weekly four-course menu – & settle in for a long, lovely evening. You can’t order a la carte, but trust us, you won’t miss it. If the weather is nice, ask for a table outside, & be sure to sufficiently probe the host to discover the very best wine.

To be considered a 'regular' at Kikkie van de Prinsensluis is an honourable acclaim. With the vibe of a typical, Dutch brown bar with the mahogany tables, wooden planked floors and a golden-toned light, but with a wine list to rival any top cave à vins in Paris, Kikkie is a supremely cosy spot on a bustling corner of de Joordan. It's walk-in only but wine bar, Twee Prinsen is just across the street to while away the wait. The menu shifts, but regular features include the schnitzel served with a remoulade-citrusy sauce and the iconic brioche bun burger.