brunch spots

Cafes and restaurants in Amsterdam raise the bar high when it comes to brunch. From bakeries, brunch spots, pancake shops, brasseries and bistros, there’s something to tickle everyone’s fancy. See my top 13 picks below. Also – I’d advise booking in advance to avoid long waits. 

1. The Lobby at Nesplein

For a lazy and indulgent brunch head to The Lobby at Nesplein. Serving up Dutch-style ‘wentelteefjes’ (french toast), home-made granola, american pancakes and eggs Benedict…you can find it all on their breakfast menu. 5 min walk from Dam Square.

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2. MOAK Pancakes

If American pancakes are your craving then MOAK will have just the thing for you.. With three locations across Amsterdam, MOAK serve up the bestest, thickest pancakes out there. Offered with loads of toppings to choose from, fresh juices, and vegan pancakes, too.

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3. The Pancake Bakery

Located in a traditional canal house in the picturesque area of The Jordaan, The Pancake Bakery serves a huge array of pancake recipes all cooked from an open kitchen. Plus the have a huge pot of UNLIMITED syrup on every table! Busy at weekends.

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4. Coffee & Coconuts

This is an all-day brunch cafe and coffee roastery built around chilled, chic beach-shack vibes. Located inside a reformed 1920s cinema, Coffee & Coconuts is spread across several levels leading to an super airy and bright interior. The food is good, too. Be prepared to queue…. a long time.

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5. Gs de Pijp

At Gs you can expect super tasty and indulgent brunch food combined with exceptional bloody marys. They have three locations in Amsterdam, all have eclectic, colourful and fun interiors, and with one of their locations being on a boat! See below…

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6. Gs Brunch Boat

If you were planning on doing a canal tour, this could be a fun way to do it. Experience brunch on the boat whilst touring Amsterdam’s canals and sipping on cocktails. Go all out and pay €60 for bottomless brunch with bloody marys, mimosas, beers and prosecco.

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7. Omelegg

A popular spot with the locals, Omelegg serves dozens of amazing omelette recipes as well as classics like shakshuka, the classic full English, and stuffed croissants. Fresh ingredients and free range eggs.

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8. Bagels & Beans

Almost definitely my most visited brunch spot in Amsterdam, Bagels & Beans is a chain of bagel houses with sites all over the city. Choose from an extensive bagel menu and wash it down with some good coffee (their ice coffees are great!) or a freshly squeezed juice. 

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9. Little Collins

This highly rated restaurant serves brunches with a twist, expect some really interesting and exceptionally tasty dishes. For example kimchi and egg guyere; breakfast muffin with curried and folded eggs; and potato and tarragon waffle with fried duck egg.

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10. Dignita Vondelpark

With two great spots in Amsterdam, Dignita has a delicious menu of brunch foods including poached eggs, white chocolate and rhubarb pancakes, and roasted lamb sandwich, using mostly free range and locally sourced ingredients. Plus – Dignita is part of a social enterprise model helping individuals affected by human trafficking.

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11. Staring at Jacob

Staring at Jacob is a cosy New York brunch bar famous for their chicken and waffles and dirty Bloody Mary’s. Their banana bread french toast dish is also delicious, served with fruit, black sesame and maple syrup.

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12. The Breakfast Club

You know what you’re getting at The Breakfast Club, with a classic brunch menu including pancakes, eggs benedict, yoghurt bowls and sandwiches, serving all day. The Breakfast Club have 5 sites across Amsterdam.

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13. Drovers Dog

This Australian brunch spot celebrates quality Aussie-style brunch, lunch, dinner and a wide selection of Australian beer, wine, locally-inspired cocktails. The atmosphere at all three sites is warm and friendly.

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