Amsterdam is bursting with fantastic Spanish restaurants where the food is simple yet boasts a complex, rich flavor . Whether it’s a simple bocadillo de calamares or a rustic paella, the secret to delicious Spanish food lies in fresh, high-quality ingredients.
However, not all restaurants are created equal, so we’ve put together a short guide for you on where to find quality Spanish food in the city and enjoy the delights of the wonderful Mediterranean cuisine.
Our favorite Spanish restaurants in Amsterdam
1. Sagardi
Dining at Sagardi is like taking a real trip to the Basque Country. Whether you’re in the mood for a txuleton steak or prefer to savor the flavors of Basque seafood dishes, this place will ensure you go home satisfied and start planning your next visit. Check the website for the full menu and to reserve a table.
📍Spuistraat 304, 1012 VX
2. La Oliva
La Oliva offers a delightful evening of Northern Spanish cuisine, delicious pintxos, and fine wines in the heart of the Jordaan. Start with some oysters, then share a delicious tortilla and a skewer of fresh tuna with duck liver and a reduction of PX, a sweet sherry that tastes of raisins and plums! Hostess Yvette Barents and head chef Alfredo Hoz Castillo ensure an unforgettable experience every day.
📍Egelantiersstraat 122-124, 1015 PR Amsterdam
3. Parallel
Parallel combines Spanish delicacies with local artisanal products to create dishes that evoke Spain while offering a fresh perspective. Chef Alvaro Santiago and his team prepare these culinary creations, and the wine list features exclusively Spanish wines from various regions and producers. Guests are encouraged to ask the sommelier for recommendations. Buen provecho!
📍Overtoom 495-497, 1054 LG Amsterdam
4. Duende
Duende claims to be the oldest tapas bar in the Netherlands, and it’s certainly bustling because people love the food here. On a sunny day, you can enjoy the large terrace, and the food is delicious. They have an extensive tapas menu featuring Spanish classics like calamares and croquetas de bacalao, alongside numerous vegetarian dishes such as tortilla de patatas and berenjena frita.
You can’t reserve a table after 7:00 p.m., but you can view the full menu on the website and also enjoy live flamenco here!
📍Lindengracht 62, 1015 KJ
5. Tia Rosa
Like most good restaurants, Tia Rosa can get very busy, and the food isn’t necessarily prepared in the most traditional Spanish way. However, the flavors of Spain are definitely there, and it’s a great place to enjoy Spanish dishes with friends in a very central location. You can view the menu and reserve a table via the website.
📍Reguliersgracht 11, 1017 LJ
6. Pata Negra
From the tiled sign above the door to the hams hanging at the bar: this place feels instantly Spanish the moment you see it. The food consists of fairly traditional Spanish homemade dishes from all over the country.
You can order traditional cocido, octopus, sepia a la plancha, and many other dishes that immediately evoke memories of Spain. The full menu is available on the website, where you can also reserve a table.
📍Utrechtsestraat 124, 1017 VT
7. Mamas & Tapas
Mamas & Tapas is a very cozy, comfortable place to enjoy delicious Spanish food. What’s more, the chef has put his own spin on traditional dishes, and the result is truly delicious.
It’s a fantastic spot for vegetarian dining, as the vegetarian menu is incredibly extensive, featuring dishes like croquetas de setas and espinacas con garbanzos. Check the website for the full menu.
📍Hugo de Grootplein 6, 1052 KW
8. Pacomer
This charming little deli isn’t technically a restaurant, but they do serve amazing Spanish dishes. As soon as you walk in, it literally smells like Spain, and you can even order tapas for delivery or takeout.
From Spanish cheeses and cured meats to olive oil: this place has products that are a true treat for the senses, and you can read more about them on the website.
📍Gerard Doustraat 66, 1072 VV
9. La Paella
However, this place serves much more than just paella, though you should definitely order it while you’re there. You’ll find classics from all over the Iberian Peninsula, such as pulpo a la gallega, gulas, gambas al ajillo, and juicy entrecôte. You can make a reservation via the website or give them a call.
📍Warmoesstraat 41-43, 1012 HV
10. Tapas Bar Catala
At Tapas Bar Catala, you can enjoy tapas and platos para compartir (dishes to share). Plus, on weekends they have fresh fish and shellfish on ice, which is simply too tempting to resist.
During the week, you’ll find a typical Catalan menu with a few dishes from outside the region. The ensaladilla rusa and pimientos de padrón are highly recommended if you’re in the mood for some tapas. If you want to share something heartier, seafood lovers should definitely try the mixto de marisco, featuring grilled shrimp, razor clams, and langoustines.
Of course, the menu is full of fish dishes, but you can also order a tasty pincho de solomillo a la plancha . That’s a sirloin steak, served here with aioli and grilled bell peppers. Check the website to reserve a table and view the full menu.
📍Spuistraat 299, 1012 VS
