Don’t feel like cooking, but craving some really good comfort food? Although Amsterdam is bursting with amazing Indonesian restaurants and cozy Surinamese eateries for an evening of dining, for a quick, affordable meal without any fuss, head straight into an authentic toko.
From generously filled bowls of nasi rames and tender rendang to well-filled pom sandwiches and steaming saoto soup: at the counter, you can snag the tastiest dishes for a bargain price. We’ve rounded up 8 iconic Indonesian and Surinamese toko’s in Amsterdam that you simply must try.
Tjin’s Toko (De Pijp)
Tjin’s Toko in De Pijp has been a household name for decades among those who swear by truly delicious Surinamese sandwiches, with the traditional “broodje pom” with salted beef and the spicy chicken being the absolute favorites.
Pick up your hot order—topped with a scoop of homemade sambal—for lunch in nearby Sarphati Park. If you stick around inside for a bit, you’ll also discover a treasure trove of rare imported products from Asia, Mexico, and the United States.
Toko Batavia (De Baarsjes)
On Jan van Galenstraat in De Baarsjes, Toko Batavia proves just how sleek and flavorful a modern takeout shop can be. Here, you can put together your own Batavia Meal from the well-stocked display case, with tender daging rendang (braised beef in coconut milk and spices), sweet-and-sour ayam asam manis (chicken in sweet-and-sour sauce), and a steaming bowl of soto soup (Indonesian chicken soup) as absolute must-tries to enjoy at home on the couch.
Warung Mini (De Pijp)
For authentic Surinamese takeout in Amsterdam-Zuid, head straight to Warung Mini. This no-nonsense hotspot is widely known for its hearty saoto soup (spicy Surinamese-Javanese chicken broth) and artisanal roti with tender chicken curry and long beans. Pick up your order at the counter and grab a hot snack to go, such as a serving of saté ayam (chicken satay) or freshly baked bara.
Toko Tok Kita (Schinkelbuurt)
Right near Vondelpark in the Schinkelbuurt neighborhood, you’ll find Toko Kok Kita, an Asian supermarket and excellent Indonesian takeout spot all in one. Put together a generous meal box with tender daging rendang (braised beef) and spicy vegetables, and grab a warm lemper (sticky rice roll with chicken) to go.
Toko Bersama (Multiple locations)
With locations throughout the city, Toko Bersama is the place to go if you’re looking for quick, authentic Indonesian takeout. The entire display case is 100% halal and offers plenty of choices, including vegetarian options. Grab a serving of nasi rames with ikan pepesan (mackerel steamed in banana leaves) or go for a generous portion of gado gado (vegetables and tempeh with peanut sauce).
Toko Muji (Dapperbuurt)
Right in the heart of the Dapperbuurt neighborhood, Toko Muji is known for its authentic East Javanese takeout meals and fast service. Put together your own meal box at the counter with tender chicken or meat curries, and while you’re checking out, be sure to grab a bag of crispy kripik tempeh (thin, seasoned tempeh chips).
Toko Joyce (Waterlandplein neighborhood)
For great Indonesian takeout in Noord, head to Toko Joyce in the Waterlandplein neighborhood. In addition to shelves full of Asian condiments like spicy sambal peteh (chili paste with petai beans), the main attraction here is the hot food counter. Put together your own meal box with tender stews and grab a warm bapao (steamed bun with meat) at the register on your way out.
Toko Omoe / Toko Hai King (Ganzenhoef Bijlmer)
In Ganzenhoef in the Bijlmer, Toko Omoe (Toko Kai Hing) has been the go-to spot for Surinamese-Chinese comfort food for fifty years. Pick up generously filled Surinamese sandwiches to go, or choose a well-filled container of moksi alesi (a rice dish with meat and vegetables) to enjoy on the couch.
