Best Brunches in Amsterdam: 20 Places Worth Your Weekend
From queued New Zealand-style brunches to rooftop prosecco spreads: Amsterdam's brunch scene ranges from €7 to €50+ per head.
Saturday morning in Amsterdam, and the good spots have a queue before doors open. You're choosing between a neighbourhood institution and a table with a canal view, between all-day casual and a timed reservation, between what's trendy now and what has been worth going back to for years. This list ranks 20 of the city's best by how easy they are to actually reach—walk-in value spots first, then the popular places you'll book weeks ahead, then the luxury and specialty experiences. No list of this size is complete (Amsterdam spawns new brunch concepts faster than you can order a flat white), but these 20 represent across-the-board reliability: places that handle a Saturday crowd without losing their temper, where the coffee tastes like coffee, and where something actually arrives at the table that justifies the €10 to €50 you've spent.
Coming to brunch is not just Saturday morning theatre here; it's the city's true rhythm. A sunny Sunday in summer and half the city has abandoned their plans entirely.
Gartine
Taksteeg 7, Old Town · Farm-to-table brunch and lunch · €7–€15, Wed–Fri 9:30am–5pm, Sat–Sun 9:30am–4pm
Located on Taksteeg, this Amsterdam spot is known for its farm-to-table ethos and seasonal ingredients sourced from their own garden. The intimate setting, accommodating only eight tables, fosters a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making reservations highly recommended. Gartine's 'French breakfast' with buttery croissants, housemade jams, toast, charcuterie and a soft-boiled egg is offered for €13.50. This is the rare Amsterdam brunch where patience pays off—four courses or croque before noon, zero phone scrolling allowed.
Little Collins
De Pijp · Australian-style brunch · €15–€25, open daily, closes 3:30pm
A cult brunch spot with two branches in Amsterdam, Little Collins' hangover-busting fermented chilli Bloody Mary can wake you from your stupor. Located in de Pijp with another spot in Amsterdam West, it's ideal for those seeking good food in a lively setting, often with a nice terrace on sunny days. The crowds know what they're after: waffles with international twists, Korean tacos, kimchi and gruyère dishes done with an affection for detail.
Bakers & Roasters
Kadijksplein 16, Centrum; Eerste Jacob van Campenstraat 54, De Pijp · New Zealand and Brazilian brunch · €18–€28, no bookings, online waitlist
Owned by one part Kiwi and one part Brazilian, this brunch spot has become synonymous with its queues around the block, particularly on the weekend, offering goods such as dreamy banana nut bread, french toast and game-changing Navajo eggs. Bakers and Roasters does not take bookings but runs an online waitlist you can join before you leave the house. Arrive hungry: portions are generous, the coffee is objectively excellent, and you will stand.
The Breakfast Club
Bellamystraat 2, Oud-West · American-style brunch · €12–€15, daily
Situated on Bellamystraat, The Breakfast Club is known for its fluffy American pancakes topped with generous drizzles of maple syrup, with prices ranging from €12 to €15, making it a favourite among locals and visitors alike. Located near the Vondelpark, the menu features international classics, from fluffy pancakes to savory Mexican huevos rancheros, and the modern, airy interior and welcoming terrace make it a perfect spot for a sunny morning. A straight shot from the park—fill up, then walk it off.
Dignita Hoftuin
Nieuwe Herengracht 18a, Centrum; additional locations in Zuid and Westerpark · Farm-to-table, family-friendly brunch · €8.50–€16, Mon–Sun 9am–5pm
Dignita Hoftuin now has a walk-ins only policy at its Centrum location, though if you prefer to book, head to their Zuid or Westerpark locations. Tucked away behind the H'ART Museum in a quiet courtyard, Dignita Hoftuin features a dedicated indoor children's corner, a special kids' menu and a large lawn, with a signature dish of chickpea and courgette fritters with fried halloumi, poached egg, avocado, dukkah and a mint-yoghurt dressing. The fritters are moist, the egg perfectly poached. Bring the family—there's actual room to breathe.
Box Sociaal
Plantage Middenlaan 30, Jordaan; Bloemgracht 47, Oud-West · Australian-global brunch · €15–€22, daily
Box Sociaal is a vibrant Australian-inspired cafe known for its global brunches and burgers, as well as its selection of wine and local coffee, with two locations in Plantage and Jordaan. The Box Sociaal staff is super friendly, the service is quick, and the food and cocktails are all delicious, with a popular shakshuka. Pick the Jordaan spot on a canal corner; it has the buzz you feel before you sit down.
NENI
Hyatt Regency Amsterdam, De Pijp · Levantine and Eastern Mediterranean brunch · €20–€35, Fri–Sun
NENI is the Molcho family's signature take on the authentic Eastern Mediterranean kitchen, Levantine-inspired with shared plates, çilbir, French toast, and mimosas or homemade iced tea, with a weekend brunch featuring a signature spread of mezze, falafel, and pita, plus bakery sweets and bar-fresh cocktails. Get ready for tahu goreng Benedict eggs on top of fried tofu and a lemongrass-turmeric sauce, or if you're craving sweetness, go for the coconut pancakes with roasted and rum-soaked pineapple, and don't forget to upgrade to the bottomless Cava. Share plates, share a bottle—this is brunch as occasion.
Pllek
T.T. Neveritaweg 59, Amsterdam North · Seasonal, organic brunch · €20–€30, daily
Located in the hip NDSM Wharf area, Pllek combines stunning waterfront views with an eco-conscious, creative menu, offering dishes like shakshuka, hearty breakfast bowls, and homemade pastries, all crafted from organic and seasonal ingredients, with a relaxed industrial vibe and sunny terrace. The setting alone—raw brick, river light, the sense you've stumbled onto a secret—carries you through. Food comes later, but it arrives right.
Greenwoods
Singel 103, Centrum · British brunch · €15–€25, daily
Greenwoods is a great choice in the center for a full English breakfast, with excellent food and great service, especially for the center of the city, and even if it is busy, the service remains excellent and fast. Greenwoods offers a typical British brunch experience right in the heart of Amsterdam, with a menu that is a delightful mix of traditional dishes like Eggs Benedict and freshly baked scones, paired with clotted cream and homemade jams. Tea, scones, proper eggs—this is Britain without leaving the canal ring.
Ted's All Day Brunch
Bosboom Toussaintstraat 60, Oud-West · Global brunch, all-day · €12–€16, daily until 5pm
Ted's All Day Brunch is the ultimate Amsterdam brunch destination for brunch enthusiasts who believe that every hour is brunch hour, with a signature dish of Sweet Potato Waffles and average price €12–€16. Ted's serves until 17:00. This is a local spot run like your favourite aunt's kitchen if your aunt had impeccable taste: pastries are particularly good, coffee stays hot, and nobody rushes you.
Belly Pepper
Amsterdam, Centrum · Turkish breakfast and brunch · €8–€18, daily
Turkish breakfast, brunch and lunch offerings like you'll find at Istanbul's lokantas, Belly Pepper opened back in 2024, and chef Esra Acar Koc, after stints at the famous Lokanta Feriye at the edge of the Bosphorus and at Bakers & Roasters and Alba, wanted to show that there's so much more to Turkish food than kebabs. The menu features delightful offerings such as borek with spinach and beyaz peynir, served with poached eggs, garlicky Turkish yogurt, and chili pepper butter, and visitors praise the friendly owners, reasonable prices, and delicious food. Fresh, bright, unexpectedly affordable.
The Lobby
Nes 49, Centrum; Fizeaustraat 2, Oost · European casual brunch · €15–€25, daily
The Lobby is a favourite restaurant for a leisurely brunch or lunch, offering Eggs royale, Caesar salad, flammkuchen, or steak tartare, with the restaurant on Fizeaustraat in Oost being a bit more upscale than the one on Nes, but both highly recommended, and whatever you choose, it's always good at The Lobby. Two locations: pick the quiet one or the one where people-watching matters more. Either way, you're in good hands.
Mama Makan
Hyatt Regency Amsterdam, De Pijp · Indonesian, bottomless brunch · €35–€55, weekends
Mama Makan's authentic Indonesian cuisine & botanical cocktails make for a great weekend bottomless brunch at the Hyatt Regency Amsterdam, with all the classic brunch staples here, with an Asian twist, and you'll find tahu goreng Benedict eggs on top of fried tofu and a lemongrass-turmeric sauce, or if you're craving sweetness, go for the coconut pancakes with roasted and rum-soaked pineapple. Book here for the hour when you don't want the brunch to end. Bottomless Cava is available.
Cut Throat Brunch
Off Dam Square, Centrum · Cocktail-forward Caribbean brunch · €16–€26, daily
Just off Dam Square, Cut Throat Brunch is great and well-located, with great cocktails and excellent Caribbean Jerk Chicken, and they have a bottomless brunch option which is always a group favourite. Vibrant, competitive queues on weekends, and the cocktails go down faster than you planned. Perfect for the friend who showed up in a better mood than you.
LuminAir
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam, near Centraal Station · Luxury rooftop brunch · €45–€65, weekends
Make your Sundays soar with LuminAir's sky-high brunch experience, located a few minutes walk from Amsterdam Central Station, delighting in a prosecco-fuelled welcome cocktail, tiered platter with bloody mary oysters, Caviar Blinis and lobster croquettes, a main dish of your choice, and a selection of cheese to share, at this rooftop bar situated on the 11th floor of DoubleTree by Hilton. Arrive early enough to watch the city wake up—or stay late enough to watch it go back to sleep.
No Mans Art
Bos & Lommerweg 88–90, Amsterdam West · Contemporary global brunch · €14–€22, daily
No Mans Art in Amsterdam West has an excellent brunch menu, with a halloumi sandwich with avocado that sounds simple but is surprisingly flavorful, and in the summer, you can enjoy sitting in the sunny garden, where you can order the "big brunch" and spend two relaxing hours enjoying all kinds of delicious treats. Amsterdam West has become the city's brunch postcode; this spot does the work cleanly and gives you back your morning.
Brunchie
Kerkstraat 46, Amsterdam West · Classic breakfast, family friendly · €12.50–€18, daily
If you're in Amsterdam West and in need of a hearty brunch, head to Brunchie, where you can pick from a continental breakfast, English breakfast or complete breakfast all ranging from an affordable €12.50, and if you're in the mood for something sweeter, try the acai bowl or their famous french toast on sugar bread. Cosy restaurant, solid values, no surprises—a neighbourhood place that's reliable enough to come back to with visiting relatives.
G's West
Goudsbloemstraat 91, Jordaan · Playful brunch, weekend only · €16–€28, Fri–Sun only
G's West is possibly the coziest spot in Amsterdam West for weekend brunch, open Friday–Sunday, the former "bruin café" sits on a quiet street in Amsterdam's Jordaan, with an interior that features whitewashed wood, funky furnishings, tablecloths printed with old comic strips, and a bar stocked with antique apothecary bottles and Bloody Mary fixin's. The Main Act stars classic Eggs Benedict, Challah French Toast and other breakfast dishes, as well as a Chicken Waffle Burger featuring fried chicken sandwiched between sugar waffles. The Bloody Marys alone are reason enough.
Bagels and Beans
Multiple locations citywide, including Van Baerlestraat near Museumplein · Quick bagel brunch · €8–€14, daily
If you want a quick breakfast, check out any of the Bagels and Beans locations across the city, with great bagels and they pile on the ingredients for excellent sandwiches, and the Van Baerlestraat location is a great stop before visiting Van Gogh or Rijks since it is right next to Museumplein. No ceremony, no queues, no surprises—what you come for arrives in ten minutes. Ideal for the art-tour morning when you don't have two hours.
G's Brunch Boat
Canal pickup at Homomonument, Keizersgracht · Floating brunch experience · €25–€45, Fri–Sun 10am–4pm
The same fare as G's West is offered on a Brunch Cruise that sails every Saturday and Sunday, with pick-up and drop-off at the Homomonument on Keizersgracht. G's Brunch Boat sails Friday to Sunday between 10:00 and 16:00, useful to know if you are a late riser or want brunch after a morning at a museum. You get the meal, the canals, and a legitimate reason to tell people you brunched on a boat. Phone the restaurant directly to book seats.
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