Bon Burger in Amsterdam Oud-West arose from the numerous pop-ups and residencies hosted at its sibling wine bar, Bottleshop. Though the extensive wine list prevails at the new location, the small plates and nibbles are subbed for burgers and fries. With a seasonal, monthly special or the usual four-burger rotation, the patties are loaded with sauce, toppings, and stuffed into a homebaked, golden brioche roll or potato bun. The vegetarian option isn't an afterthought, instead a beyond meat pattie is as equally juicy as the beef. On those summery Amsterdam days, the waterside terrace spills over with families and friends, catching the last of the evening rays. No matter the day and no matter the time, its walk-in only, for it is a burger joint above all else. 

For all of the ‘broodjes’ we eat here in Amsterdam there are surprisingly few really fantastic bakeries. But fear not: there is one that we think may even be better than any Parisian boulangeries. Levain et le vin is a wonderful bakery & wine shop that sells gorgeous loaves of sourdough bread & exciting & unusual natural wines. Did we mention it’s adorable too?

Thick-cut sourdough toast piled high with spicy sucuk, tahini, pistachios and juicy figs, paired with a vibrant matcha latte and freshly squeezed orange juice. Gorgo Lunchroom on Staringplein is putting a fresh spin on comforting Anatolian flavours, serving some of the city's most exciting lunch dishes.

The food is solid here, sure, but the reason we really love Petit Péché is the vibe. The space is warm and beautiful, and the staff is not just knowledgable and friendly but also almost obscenely good looking. Pop by when things are just a little too full? Head over to their sister restaurant, Café Beurre, or their tiny wine bar next door, Café a Côté.