It’s way too cold outside! This makes us long for a nice holiday in a warm country. Spain for example! Do you also want to imagine yourself in Spain without having to get on a plane? These are the ten best Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam.
Table of contents
- The best Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam
- Average prices of Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam
- The most authentic Spanish restaurant in Amsterdam
- Frequently Asked Questions
The best Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam
From tapas to pinxtos to paella, in Amsterdam you can taste all Spanish delicacies. These are the ten best restaurants where you can taste delicious Spanish dishes.
1 Oresti’s Taverna
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For those who love Mediterranean food, Oresti’s Taverna is the place to be. Here they serve dishes from several countries including Spain. The Spanish dishes here are of an extremely high standard, it’s just like you’re in Spain. Our recommendation: the fried eggplant.
Valuation:
- Vegan-friendly
- Fun for large groups
- Extensive map
Contact details:
Oresti’s Taverna
Overtoom 5-h
Amsterdam
020 422 2742
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2 Tasca Bellota
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Real traditional Spanish, that is Tasca Bellota. Immediately when you walk into the restaurant you feel as if you are no longer in Amsterdam. On the menu you will find a lot of authentic Spanish dishes and you will hear Spanish music around you. We recommend that you definitely try the paella here.
Valuation:
- Pleasant
- Friendly service
- Tasty wines
Contact details:
Tasca Bellota
Bickerswerf 2
Amsterdam
020 320 2951
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3 Tia Rosa
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Traditional Spanish tapas with a modern twist, that’s what you can expect at Tia Rosa. The Spanish chef makes the tastiest tapas here that you would love to fill the entire table with. Here you really feel like you are in Spain.
Valuation:
- Delicious Spanish wines
- Nice service
- Good portions
Contact details:
Tia Rosa
Reguliersgracht 11
Amsterdam
020 820 3749
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4 La Paella
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Paella has already been on our list. But for those looking for a truly authentic paella served in the traditional way, La Paella is the perfect hotspot. The paella is served in a large pan where you and your group can eat together!
Valuation:
- Authentic
- Fun for groups
- Real Spanish atmosphere
Contact details:
La Paella
Warmoesstraat 43
Amsterdam
020 625 5975
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5 Barca
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Do you want to feel like you are in Barcelona? Then you should visit Barça. The menu here is full of recognizable tapas dishes and paella that will take you back to a warm Spanish summer. The sangria should not be forgotten here either!
Valuation:
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Nice service
- Nice for group dinner
Contact details:
Barca
Marie Heinekenplein 30-31
Amsterdam
020 470 4144
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6 Cafe Joselito
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At Café Joselito they combine delicious Spanish tapas with a cozy Amsterdam atmosphere. The menu here is also very extensive and the service is top notch! One cannot really wish for more.
Valuation:
- Suitable for vegetarians
- Authentic
- Nice service
Contact details:
Cafe Joselito
Nieuwendijk 2
Amsterdam
020 622 7678
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7 Parallel
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For authentic Catalan food, Parallel is the place to be. The dishes you will find on the menu here are surprising and oh so tasty. You want to taste everything here.
Valuation:
- Vegan-friendly
- Innovative
- Cozy
Contact details:
Parallel
Overtoom 495-497
Amsterdam
020 891 5803
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8 Bar Pepito
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Bar Pepito is still a young one. The restaurant has only been around since August of this year, but we are already fans! The menu here has something for everyone, such as delicious calamari and different types of Spanish croquettes. This is also a very nice hotspot for vegetarians.
Valuation:
- Pleasant
- Good service
- Beautiful decor
Contact details:
Bar Pepito
First Constantijn Huygensstraat 21
Amsterdam
020 247 5547
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9 Barrica
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At Barrica you go to eat if you and your friends can’t choose between Spanish and Italian. Here you will find the tastiest dishes from both cultures. It’s like being on holiday, but in two countries at the same time! Sometimes dreams do come true.
Valuation:
- Surprising
- Nice atmosphere
- Friendly staff
Contact details:
Barrica
Wilhelminastraat 109
Amsterdam
020 331 6624
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10 La Oliva
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The last addition to our list is La Oliva. Here you don’t eat tapas but pinxtos. This is the ultimate hotspot for bread lovers! The cuisine here is mainly inspired by the north of Spain.
Valuation:
- Pleasant
- Friendly service
- Authentic
Contact details:
La Oliva
Egelantiersstraat 122 124
Amsterdam
020 320 4316
Average prices of Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam
There is a lot of diversity in Amsterdam when it comes to prices. Some restaurants are a bit on the pricier side, but in general, an evening of tapas dining is not the cheapest option. Tapas is especially fun to eat with a large group, but also just the two of you, for example. How much you spend depends on how many individual dishes you order. So you can make tapas very budget-friendly. For the restaurants that do not serve tapas, the prices are quite average. Not dirt cheap, but not expensive either!
The most authentic Spanish restaurant in Amsterdam
There are a lot of authentic Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam! Tasca Bellota, for example, is very authentic. La Paella serves authentic paella. And for authentic Catalan food we recommend Parallel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the cheapest Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam?
For a budget-friendly Spanish dinner, we recommend visiting Five Brothers Fat.
Are there vegetarian and halal Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam?
We fear that there are no restaurants in Amsterdam that specialize in both categories. There are several restaurants that are suitable for vegetarians and vegans, such as Oresti’s Taverna.
What does a Spanish dinner consist of?
What a Spanish dinner consists of depends enormously on where you are in Spain. For example, a Spanish dinner can consist of tapas, pinxtos or a specific dish that traditionally comes from that region. Paella is an example of this. What we can say with certainty is that people like to share in Spain! Spanish restaurants are definitely recommended for shared dining.
