9 of the best places to eat oysters in Amsterdam
Today, August 5, is National Oyster Day. The perfect day to eat oysters. This briny delicacy from the sea can be eaten and prepared in many different ways, with or without any fuss. Oysters might even turn you on (or maybe not?). Do you also love slurping oysters, or have you never eaten one and would like to give it a try? These Amsterdam spots are just the places to go!
Carré Terras aan de Amstel
To celebrate National Oyster Day, Carré Terras aan de Amstel is collaborating with Sjefietshe. Here, you can enjoy a 3-course menu prepared by BAUT, starting with oysters entirely in Sjefietshe style, featuring crispy shallot, a salsa of green tomato, green pepper, kaffir lime and lime. Sounds delicious, right? A menu costs €35 per person, and the oysters are available while supplies last. So book a spot quickly!
Jansz.
Restaurant Jansz. recently reopened with a new chef, Arnout van der Kolk (and we’re fans!). The menu at this Amsterdam hotspot has been completely transformed into a culinary masterpiece. Oysters are therefore a must. Here, you can order oysters by the piece or by the half-dozen, perfect if you want to try oysters for the first time. Then order one of the other delicious, fresh and light dishes made with local ingredients. Pure indulgence! You can book a table at Jansz. here.
IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar Amsterdam
At IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar, it’s all about classic Japanese cuisine, and the oyster gets an Asian twist here. The ‘Oyster Filo’ is served with caviar and a wasabi dressing. Order it as a starter, with drinks or simply all day long. Because really, can you ever go wrong with oysters? Reserve a spot on the terrace by the water and your afternoon is complete.
Fyrre
At Fyrre (pronounced Firre), you can enjoy drinks and dinner, because it’s both an oyster bar and a wine bar. We love concepts like this, where you can take a look straight into the kitchen and see the super-fresh oysters (delivered daily from Zeeland and Normandy) on display. So many choices, with more than 30 wines and champagnes available—you can indulge and definitely find the perfect oyster-and-wine pairing!
Mondi Amsterdam
A Caribbean hotspot opened this year. Mondi Amsterdam combines Curaçaoan dishes with influences from Peruvian, Jamaican and Latin American cuisine. A kitchen full of surprising flavors and unique dishes. On Mondi’s Caribbean-inspired terrace, you’ll imagine yourself in a tropical setting while slurping down oysters. Book your table for a culinary mini vacation on Oyster Day!
The Seafood Bar
The Seafood Bar is the place to be for seafood lovers. The menu features the best the sea has to offer and more. With no fewer than 4 locations in Amsterdam, you’re sure to find a restaurant near you. There aren’t just 1 but 5 different types of oysters on the menu. Such as the Fine De Claire Juizette La Reveause No. 3, refined oysters from the Atlantic Coast of France. They also have oysters from Ireland, the west coast of Ireland, Marennes-Oléron in France and Charente-Maritime in France. Because the oysters come from different regions, they vary in size, flavor and texture. Unsure which is the best choice for you? Order the Plateau with assorted oysters and you’ll quickly discover your favorite. Book your table here.
Wolf Atelier
A night out at Wolf Atelier guarantees plenty of oohs and aahs, because the location overlooking Amsterdam is incredible. And we haven’t even talked about the food yet! Chef Michael Wolf says of the ‘Wolf experience’: We strive to perfect passion, detail and flavor anew for every guest. You can see that, because the oyster dish is so beautiful you’ll want to frame it!
THE DUCHESS
A fresh and refined cuisine, light and sophisticated flavors, and an elegant cocktail menu: that’s what Michelin-starred restaurant THE DUCHESS stands for. Naturally, you’ll also find oysters on the menu here. Entirely in keeping with the sumptuous décor of its home, the elegant bar or popular Tea Room is the perfect spot to enjoy oysters from around the world with bubbles, cocktails or a glass of wine. The dish is served with a garnish of tomato, green chili, horseradish and lemon juice.
Brut de Mer
For oysters, Brut de Mer—the fish and oyster bar on Gerard Douplein—is the place to go. Upon entering, the first thing that catches your eye is the large oyster baskets filled with La Galoise oysters, Zeeuwse Platte and Gillardeau. A real eye-catcher! There is a large selection of oysters from different regions, so there is certainly no shortage of choice. Choose which oysters you want or go for an oyster tasting for 1 or 2 people. Fresh as can be and incredibly prepared. Don’t forget to order a glass of bubbles, the perfect drink with oysters! You can book a table at the cozy French restaurant here.
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