1Little Collins
Antipodean Brunch
What to order: The cilbir (Turkish-style poached eggs in yoghurt with chili butter) or the pork belly with kimchi and Asian greens. Start with a rhubarb bellini — it's become a cult favorite. Their shakshuka is also excellent for spice lovers.
"Little Collins was the first to bring Antipodean brunch culture to Amsterdam, and a few other copycats have sprung up since — but none are as good as the original."
— Amsterdam food writer · Best Brunch in Amsterdam
"For brunch, Little Collins in De Pijp is amazing. Very international menu, excellent coffee, and the chef is Australian so they really know what brunch should be."
— r/Amsterdam · Amsterdam Food Spots, 2024
tabiji verdict: The undisputed king of Amsterdam brunch. The Australian chef brings genuine Antipodean café culture — think Melbourne meets the canals. The menu bounces from Asia to the Middle East with confidence. Weekend mornings get packed, but it's worth the wait. Order the cilbir and a bellini and you'll understand the hype.
2Dignita Hoftuin
What to order: The chickpea and courgette fritters with fried halloumi, poached egg, avocado, dukkah, and mint-yoghurt dressing. The fritters are moist, the egg perfectly poached. Their breakfast cocktails are excellent, too.
"Dignita all locations — love the creativity of the brunch options."
— u/OddCelebration2525 (25 upvotes) · Best place for brunch, r/Amsterdam
"Dignita Hoftuin is a great space to grab brunch, but make sure you can book a table beforehand! Nothing different menu wise, but the location and food is great."
— u/Do-not-Forget-This · Birthday brunch ideas, r/Amsterdam 2025
tabiji verdict: The most-mentioned brunch spot on r/Amsterdam — and for good reason. The Hoftuin location is tucked into a leafy courtyard garden behind the H'ART Museum, making it feel like a secret. The food is creative and consistently good, the service is fast, and the social enterprise mission (supporting women re-entering the workforce) adds meaning. Multiple locations, but Hoftuin is the standout.
3Bakers & Roasters
New Zealand / Brazilian Brunch
What to order: The banana bread French toast with salted caramel and bacon, or the huevos rancheros. Their coffee is roasted in-house and consistently excellent. The acai bowl is a solid lighter option.
"Bakers and Roasters if you want classic Kiwi brunch (and feel like standing in line)."
— r/finedining · Amsterdam Lunch thread
"The Brazilian-Kiwi fusion works surprisingly well. It's always packed but the line moves fast. Their banana bread is legitimately some of the best I've had."
— r/Amsterdam · Wiki update: Brunch, 2023
tabiji verdict: A Kiwi-Brazilian couple brought their café culture to De Pijp and created one of Amsterdam's most beloved brunch institutions. No reservations — walk-in only — so expect queues on weekends. The banana bread is legendary. Come on a weekday morning if you can, grab a window seat, and watch the Albert Cuypmarkt wake up.
4The Cottage
British Brunch
What to order: The Bombay eggs with Indian spices, coriander, and pickled red onion — or the full English breakfast if you need something hearty. Don't skip the scones with proper English clotted cream. Their scrambled eggs with hot-smoked salmon are textbook.
"The Cottage for sure. One of the few truly British restaurants in Amsterdam. The scones with clotted cream are the real deal."
— u/OddCelebration2525 (25 upvotes) · Best place for brunch, r/Amsterdam
tabiji verdict: A proper neighborhood gem in Watergraafsmeer — far enough from the tourist center that you'll mostly dine alongside locals. The British-inspired menu does both classic (full English, scones with clotted cream) and creative (Bombay eggs) equally well. Worth the tram ride for a quieter, more authentic brunch experience.
5Staring at Jacob
Modern International
What to order: Their seasonal brunch dishes rotate frequently — trust the specials. The ricotta hotcakes and the eggs Benedict with hollandaise are reliable standards. The cocktail menu is surprisingly strong for a brunch spot.
"Birthday Brunch @ Staring at Jacob — absolutely incredible presentation and the food matched it. Beautiful spot in Oud-West."
— r/RateMyPlate · Birthday Brunch, 2025
tabiji verdict: The aesthetically-perfect brunch spot in Oud-West that photographs as beautifully as it tastes. It's Instagram-ready without being vapid — the food genuinely delivers. The rotating seasonal menu keeps things interesting, and the Oud-West neighborhood is perfect for a post-brunch walk. Reserve for weekends.
6Greenwoods
English Tearoom
What to order: The "Emperor's Eggs Royale" — salmon on hash browns with beetroot hollandaise. Sounds odd, but the flavor is pure hollandaise, the visual is striking. Their soda bread is legendary — moist and cakey, slathered with butter. Classic eggs Benedict with ham is excellent too.
"Greenwoods is the quintessential English tearoom. Their soda bread is to die for — moist and cakey, slathered with butter. The canal-side location is perfect for taking visitors."
— Amsterdam food guide · Best Brunch in Amsterdam
tabiji verdict: The quintessential "bring your visiting parents here" brunch spot. Canal-side location on the Singel, cozy English tearoom vibes, and genuinely excellent food — not just atmosphere. The beetroot hollandaise sounds gimmicky but tastes traditional. A safe, reliable choice that never disappoints.
7G's Really Nice Place
American-Style Brunch
What to order: The American-style classics — fluffy pancakes, eggs any style with crispy bacon, and avocado toast done right. Their bottomless coffee refills are a nice touch. The fried chicken and waffles is a guilty pleasure done well.
"If it's an American-style brunch you're after, G's on Goudsbloemstraat is very good if you can get over the wince-inducingly forced-hipster vibe; it does not at all cater to locals though."
— r/Amsterdam (7 upvotes) · Breakfast suggestions, r/Amsterdam
tabiji verdict: The honest Redditor review above sums it up: excellent American-style brunch, leaning hard into the hipster Jordaan aesthetic. If you want fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, and bottomless coffee in a photogenic space, this is your spot. Just know it's more expat/tourist than local — and own it. The food delivers.
8Belly Pepper
Turkish Breakfast
What to order: The börek — whirls of light pastry filled with spinach and feta, topped with a perfectly poached egg, swimming in yoghurt with chili butter. Or go hearty: the sucuk wrap with eggs, cheese, and avocado, with chilli-dipped potatoes on the side. The homemade lemonade is exceptional.
"Turkish breakfast is perhaps the best meal of the day. Belly Pepper in Amsterdam West has a lovely curated menu — the börek with spinach, feta, poached egg, and yoghurt with chili butter is delightful."
— Amsterdam food guide · Best Brunch in Amsterdam
tabiji verdict: The best-value brunch on this list and genuinely one of the most flavorful. Turkish breakfast is criminally underrated compared to the Antipodean/British brunch wave, and Belly Pepper makes a compelling case for it. The börek alone is worth the trip to Amsterdam West. Small, intimate, zero pretense — just excellent food at fair prices.
9Miri Mary
Indian-Inspired Brunch
What to order: The Butter Chicken Benny — a take on eggs Benedict with butter chicken instead of ham and hollandaise on brioche. Or the Goan omelette with coconut and goat's cheese, swimming in curried sauce with soft flatbreads. Both are remarkable.
"The Butter Chicken Benny and the Goan omelette are both remarkable. The quality and thoughtfulness of the dishes made Miri Mary feel like far better value for money than anywhere else in Amsterdam."
— Amsterdam food guide · Best Brunch in Amsterdam
tabiji verdict: The most creative brunch concept in Amsterdam. Indian-inspired brunch sounds like a gimmick, but the execution is flawless — the Butter Chicken Benny legitimately works, the Goan omelette is the best thing on any brunch menu in the city, and the prices feel fair for the quality. If you're tired of yet another eggs Benedict, Miri Mary is the antidote.
10Box Sociaal
Antipodean / Asian-Fusion
What to order: The eggs Benedict "Benny & the Jets" — their signature take is consistently excellent. For something adventurous, try the yum cha waffle or the pork belly bao. Their coffee and fresh juices are top-tier.
"Box Sociaal is known for its brunch but is worth visiting for dinner as well. The usual suspects from eggs Benedict to breakfast sandwiches, plus some more creative items like the yum cha waffle. Coffee and juices are very good, and service is impeccable."
— Amsterdam food guide · Best Brunch in Amsterdam
tabiji verdict: Run by Antipodeans with an Asian-fusion twist, Box Sociaal nails the balance between reliable classics and creative risks. The Plantage location is quieter and more residential than the tourist-heavy alternatives, making it a local favorite. They've since opened a second spot in the Jordaan, so you've got options. Service is notably excellent.
11Scandinavian Embassy
Nordic Brunch
What to order: The open-faced smørrebrød with smoked salmon, pickled vegetables, and dill cream. Their sourdough bread is baked in-house and exceptional. The cardamom buns are the best pastry you'll find at any brunch spot in Amsterdam. Coffee is Nordic light-roast perfection.
"For brunch I would do Scandinavian Embassy if you want something refined."
— r/finedining · Amsterdam Lunch recommendations
tabiji verdict: The most "refined" brunch on this list — clean Scandinavian aesthetics, exceptional baked goods, and a calm, unhurried atmosphere. The smørrebrød is as good as anything you'd find in Copenhagen, and the in-house sourdough puts most Amsterdam bakeries to shame. Perfect for when you want brunch that feels elevated without being pretentious.
12Florentin
Israeli / Middle Eastern
What to order: The shakshuka (baked eggs in spiced tomato sauce with warm bread for dipping) — the dish that made them famous. The Israeli breakfast platter with hummus, labneh, fresh salads, and warm pita is generous and perfect for sharing. Their fresh-squeezed juices are excellent.
"Florentin brunch: Best Israeli/South American infused brunch dishes. One of the restaurants I'd miss most if I left Amsterdam."
— r/Amsterdam (254 upvotes, top thread) · Restaurants you'd miss, May 2025
tabiji verdict: Named after Tel Aviv's bohemian Florentin neighborhood, this spot brings authentic Israeli breakfast culture to Amsterdam's Vijzelstraat. The shakshuka is the benchmark for the city, and the Israeli breakfast platter is one of the most satisfying brunch deals around. Central location makes it easy to combine with sightseeing. Named in r/Amsterdam's "restaurants you'd miss if you left" thread — that's the highest local endorsement.