The list will be supplemented in the period leading up to Christmas 2025.

Christmas in Amsterdam is a magical time, and what could be better than spending these festive days with a delicious dinner in one of the many atmospheric restaurants?

From traditional dishes to modern culinary delights, the city offers something for everyone. Be pampered and enjoy the cosiness as you celebrate Christmas with friends and family!

Wilde Zwijnen

Wilde Zwijnen remains a favorite restaurant with delicious food and a pleasant atmosphere. During the holidays, they serve a special 5-course dinner from December 22 to 27, except on Christmas Day.

Address: Javaplein 23 (Google Maps)
Info: www.wildezwijnenwinkel.nl

Daalder

Here, you will enjoy a carefully crafted chef’s menu, led by Dennis Huwaë. In a short time, he has managed to elevate Daalder to star level, with their first Michelin star in 2021 as proof.

We especially recommend you visit his restaurant at Het Sieraad, where he offers a Christmas menu for no less than seven days, for both lunch and dinner. 

Address: Postjesweg 1 (Google Maps)
Info & reservation: www.daalderamsterdam.nl

OCCO 

Experience Christmas at OCCO with an elegant 3-, 4- or 5-course menu from 24 to 26 December. Traditional flavours are brought together with modern elements, such as North Sea sea bass ceviche with orange, chives and crispy potato. It is also possible to book a ‘high wine’ on all three holidays, complete with amuses and carefully selected wines.

Address: Keizersgracht 384 (Google Maps)
Info: www.dylanamsterdam.com

Jansz.

Jansz. in the beautiful Pulitzer Hotel is also open on both Christmas days and offers a special Christmas menu. You can enjoy a three or fourth-course dinner, prepared with local seasonal ingredients.

Modern-Dutch dishes include red sea bream with herring and green shiso, and Brussels sprouts with hazelnut and grapefruit.
They also offer a vegetarian menu ensuring a memorable evening for every guest. 

Address: Reestraat 8 (Google Maps)
Info: www.janszamsterdam.com

Rijks

RIJKS Restaurant, recently renovated, offers a festive 4- to 6-course menu for lunch and a 6-course dinner on December 25 and 26 during Christmas. A cozy place for an extensive Christmas dinner or lunch in Amsterdam.

Address: Museumstraat 2 (Google Maps)
Info: www.rijksrestaurant.nl

Yamazato

Yamazato at the Okura Hotel offers an exclusive Japanese dining experience on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with the omakase menu, followed by cocktails with a view of Amsterdam.

Address: Ferdinand Bolstraat 333 (Google Maps)
Info: www.okura.nl

TOZI

This Christmas, enjoy authentic flavours and the warm atmosphere of Italy at Restaurant TOZI! To mark the festive season, the TOZI team has created a festive course Cichetti menu on 24 and 25 December, available for €97 per person.

Address: Koninginneweg 34 (Google Maps)
Info: www.toziamsterdam.com

Wijnbar & Restaurant Clos

On 24 and 25 December, they are offering a spectacular four-course menu for €79 per person. With the dishes, they have sourced special wines or pulled them from the cellar. Everything to serve you the best of the best this Christmas.

Address: Beukenplein 50 (Google Maps)
Info: www.closamsterdam.nl

Celia

Celia adds a slice of the Golden State to the heart of Amsterdam. In the vibrant city centre, the restaurant offers bright and open spaces that feel like an urban oasis, referencing the optimistic lifestyle of California. Here, you can choose a 4-course or 5-course menu. Moreover, a wine pairing has been created to perfectly match the Christmas dishes.

Address: Nieuwendijk 60 (Google Maps)
Info: www.celiaamsterdam.com

De Juwelier

During the holidays, restaurant De Juwelier offers a menu inspired by the best dishes of the past year. We dare say these are real highlights. The restaurant is open on 24, 25 and 26 December, and the price for the 5-course menu is €158.

Address: Utrechtsestraat 51 (Google Maps)
Info: www.restaurant-dejuwelier.nl

IZAKAYA

At IZAKAYA, you will experience Japanese cuisine with a South American flair. Although we would prefer to travel to Japan or South America to celebrate Christmas there, IZAKAYA’s Christmas menu on 24, 25 and 26 December already brings you one step closer to that culinary experience.

Address: Albert Cuypstraat 2-6 (Google Maps)
Info: www.izakaya-restaurant.com

Ron Gastrobar

Don’t want a traditional Christmas menu this one? Then Ron Gastrobar is the place for Christmas dinner in Amsterdam. During the festive season, they are once again unwrapping some delicious menus for both lunch and dinner.

Address: Sophialaan 55 (Google Maps)
Info: www.rongastrobar.nl

Café-restaurant IJ-Kantine

At the IJ-Kantine, they are offering their Christmas menu throughout December for groups of 12 people or more! So if you want to end the year with your colleagues, friends or family and already get into the Christmas spirit, you’ve come to the right place. The Christmas menu can be booked in 4, 5 or 6 courses and, if desired, can be served with matching wines.

Would you like to enjoy their delicious Christmas menu with a more intimate group? That is possible! They offer this menu on 24, 25 and 26 December. On both Christmas Day and Boxing Day, it is also available as a Christmas lunch.

Address: NDSM-kade 5 (Google Maps)
Info: www.ijkantine.nl

Gitane

Café Gitane in Amsterdam West offers special five- and six-course menus for lunch and dinner during Christmas. The restaurant is open every day during Christmas, and reservations can be made via the website.

Address: Jan Pieter Heijestraat 146 (Google Maps)
Info: www.restaurantgitane.nl

Le French Café

Le French Café in Amsterdam East is a charming new restaurant where you can enjoy a special dinner or lunch during Christmas, with a festive menu that includes vegetarian options. The cozy interior and location on Javastraat make it the ideal place to imagine yourself in Paris during the holidays.

Address: Javastraat 42 (Google Maps)
Info: www.lefrenchcafe.nl

Badhuis

During the holidays, they will be open on December 24 and December 26 for lunch and dinner. No fixed menu has been announced on the website yet, but keep an eye out for updates.

Address: Javaplein 21 (Google Maps)
Info: www.badhuisamsterdam.nl

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