Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Amsterdam

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Updated 05 November 2026

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Shakerato

4.9

4.9 (25)

€31 to €50

Cocktail Bar

Oud-West

About the restaurant

Shakerato is a bar/restaurant featuring a selection of our iconic cocktails in a warm and intimate atmosphere. It is the second venue of world renowned bar Handshake Speakeasy, which is located in Mexico.

Reservation Duration:
Reservations last for 1 hour and 30 minutes to enjoy our unique atmosphere.

Reservation Policies:
The maximum number of guests per reservation is 12 people. For groups of 6 or more, reservations are managed exclusively by email at info@shakerato.bar
A grace period of 15 minutes is allowed; after this time, the reservation will be marked as a “no-show.”

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Top review

SharonGold

Dined on 15 Oct 2026

Fantastic experience! Food, drinks, service, all of it was perfect!

Restaurant Heemelrijck De Pijp

4.9

4.9 (55)

€30 and under

Dutch

De Pijp

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Lee

Dined 6 days ago

I was a bit nervous about eating out on my own in a country that I’ve never been to before. It turns out I didn’t need to be. The staff were absolutely lovely and the food was delicious. I’m glad I visited and will definitely be back.

Van Speyk

4.7

4.7 (483)

€31 to €50

Dutch

Binnenstad/Burgwallen

About the restaurant

VAN SPEYK is a Amsterdam style Brasserie, situated in a building from 1659 in the the old warehouse district, between the Dam square and the Grand Central Station.

Van Speyk combines Classic French flavours with Traditional Dutch influences in a intimate, romantic setting
with crystal chandeliers, candle light and high ceilings.

Enjoy icons like crisp oysters and Champagne, fresh seafood and excellent meats.

Our staff is more than willing to help you make your dinner a great experience, accompanied by good wine and friendly service.

Open: Monday till Sunday from 17.30 till midnight ( kitchen until 10:00 pm ).

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david

Dined on 13 Oct 2026

Wonderful restaurant!! The service and food were great!

Restaurant Heemelrijck Leidseplein

4.7

4.7 (50)

€30 and under

Dutch

Leidseplein

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FluryGold

Dined on 25 Oct 2026

Staff was outstanding...5 Star !! Well worth the visit

MR PORTER Restaurant, Bar & Lounge

4.7

4.7 (8)

€51 and over

Mediterranean

Westerpark

About the restaurant

MR PORTER is a distinguished Restaurant, Bar & Lounge that seamlessly blends contemporary sophistication with cosmopolitan energy. Located in the heart of Amsterdam, the venue reflects the elegance and vitality of its surroundings — a place where refined style and vibrant city life converge effortlessly. MR PORTER transcends the ordinary by combining the precision of a modern steakhouse with the seductive ambiance of a high-end bar & lounge. The culinary concept is built on bold contrasts: prime cuts of meat, refined seafood, perfectly vegetable options and shareable dishes meet inventive cocktails and an exceptional wine selection, all served with flair and finesse. From early evenings to late nights, MR PORTER evolves with the rhythm of the night. Curated music and DJ performances set the tone, creating a dynamic atmosphere where guests linger, connect, and celebrate.

Top review

Igor

Dined on 20 Oct 2026

Vibrant and tasty place. Highly recommended as a bustiness dinner option

Cecconi’s Amsterdam

4.6

4.6 (269)

€31 to €50

Italian

Amsterdam-Zuid

About the restaurant

Located in the 1930s Bungehuis building on the Singel canal, Cecconi’s is a modern-day classic Italian restaurant serving lunch and dinner seven days a week, Aperitivo Hour Monday to Wednesday from 3pm to 6pm and a brunch buffet on Sundays from 12pm to 4pm.

The menu includes hand-made pasta, seafood and dishes from Northern Italy using the finest ingredients.

In addition to the original restaurant in Mayfair, London, Cecconi’s has locations in Miami, West Hollywood, Istanbul and Berlin.

Top review

Danny

Dined 1 day ago

Good service, food and ambience. Restaurant a little compact.

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THE DUCHESS

4.6

4.6 (41)

€51 and over

Mediterranean

Westerpark

About the restaurant

THE DUCHESS menu is inspired by the light and refined flavours from Southern France and Italy, also known as Nouveau-Niçoise Cuisine. Exquisite produce become praised dishes such as Dover Sole Meuniere, Beef Wellington and THE DUCHESS Seafood Pasta. All dishes are carefully prepared in the state of the art and custom-made Molteni kitchen.

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Duane AndrewGold

Dined on 19 Oct 2026

great place, nice people and the food was excellent. Our waiter was just wonderful.

Restaurant Heemelrijck Centrum

4.6

4.6 (32)

€30 and under

Dutch

Grachtengordel

About the restaurant

Back in time! Heemelrijck Centrum, located at Singel 161 is a smaller version of our restaurant on the beautiful Van Woustraat. The family recipes developed since 1949 are being revived here with typical Dutch dishes like pea soup, braised meat and mashed potatoes and our award winning 'Flippin Bitch'.

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Sarah

Dined 4 days ago

This is a cozy restaurant with good food. We enjoyed our meal.

Hard Rock Cafe - Amsterdam

4.5

4.5 (3094)

€30 and under

American

Leidseplein

About the restaurant

Experience the legendary flavors of Burgers and Smokehouse Specialities at Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam, set in an energetic, contemporary space overlooking the water. Located on Max Euweplein, we are moments away from Leidseplein and from iconic attractions including Paradiso, Holland Casino, the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. Our restaurant is not only the perfect spot to kick off any day or night, but we are also a museum of pop culture with authentic memorabilia from music legends like Jimi Hendrix, Elvis Presley, and the Rolling Stones. We invite you to wet your whistle with our menu of drinks and sample our eclectic menu of flavorful dishes. #LiveMusic #HomeMadeFood #HardRock #DineWithLegends #BestBurgersAmsterdam #MusicMeetsFood #AmsterdamVibes #AmsterdamEats #SmashedBurgers #ThisIsHardRock #SignatureDrinks #LegendaryCocktails #RockYourStyle #HardRockFashion #MustHaveMerch #HardRockPins

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Julie

Dined 6 days ago

This was so good the food was great the staff was really nice and I love how you can walk around and see all this items from famous bands singers or musicians. 10/10 experience

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Ferilli's Caffè Ristorante

4.4

4.4 (586)

€31 to €50

Italian

Amsterdam-Zuid

About the restaurant

MEET THE FERILLI'S AN AMSTERDAM BASED FAMILY WITH ROMAN ROOTS "THE FERILLI FAMILY " AFTER YEARS OF PLAYING A PART IN FASHION RETAIL AND SOME SIDE PROJECTS IN THE F&B SCENE IN 2016 WE STARTED BUILDING THE HOSPITALITY WORLD OF FERILLI'S. Allow us to share with you our policies: Dress Code: Our dress code is smart casual. Sportswear, beachwear, and shorts are not permitted. Gentlemen are kindly asked to avoid (sports)caps and open-toed shoes. Group Bookings: For reservations above 6 guests, please contact our team at reservation@ferillis-uptown.nl & reservation@ferilliscaffe.nl

Top review

Ricardo

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent Italian dinner on our last evening in Amsterdam. The dishes were full of flavour, the portions generous and the staff made us feel very welcome. Cosy setting and great value. We will definitely come back.

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