2026 Best 25 Breakfast and Brunch Amsterdam by Neighborhood
There is nothing like brunch with your friends on a sunny Saturday/Sunday morning. Amsterdam is an explosion of brunch locations that are very popular, especially during the summer on sunny days. Here is a list of my favorite best brunch Amsterdam places across the city by neighborhood listed below.
All 25 Brunch Spots at a Glance
| Spot | Neighbourhood | Known for | Book ahead? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box Sociaal | Jordaan & Oost | Shakshuka, canal view, good vegan choice | Recommended |
| Piqniq | Jordaan | Small café, pastries, reasonable prices | No |
| Ted’s All Day Brunch | Jordaan | Brunch until 17:00, cocktails — 90-minute table limit | Yes |
| Farine | West | French croissants and coffee — closed Tuesdays | No |
| Fort Negen | West | Stuffed croissants, some of the best bread in the city | No, but expect a line |
| No Man’s Art Gallery | West | Rarely crowded, near Westerpark | A day or two ahead |
| Staring at Jacob | West | Chicken and waffles, canalside | Yes, books out |
| Koffie ende Koeck | West | Fully vegan, quiches, edge of Westerpark | No |
| Dignita Westerpark | West | Matcha fig pancakes, forest dweller sandwich | Recommended |
| Flo’s Appetizing | West | The best bagels in Amsterdam, cinnamon rolls | Go early at weekends |
| Miri Mary | De Pijp | Indian brunch, butter chicken benedict, terrace | Recommended |
| Scandinavian Embassy | De Pijp | Best coffee in De Pijp, cinnamon buns | No |
| Bakers and Roasters | De Pijp & Kadijksplein | Huevos rancheros — online waitlist | No, but join the waitlist |
| Little Collins | De Pijp | Small rotating menu, local favourite | Yes, or go early |
| Bali Brunch 82 | De Pijp | Indonesian fusion, banana pancakes, strong vegan menu | Yes |
| Coffee & Coconuts | De Pijp | Almond croissant, coconut pancakes, great space | No |
| LOCALS All Day Brunch | De Pijp | Vegan and vegetarian, açaí bowl, vegan chocolate cake | Yes at weekends |
| Dignita Central | Centre | Brunch all day, cosy garden, plenty of vegan options | Recommended |
| G’s Brunch Boat | Canals | Bottomless brunch on the water, Fri–Sun 10:00–16:00 | Yes |
| Greenwoods | Centre | Full English breakfast, fast service even when busy | No |
| Bagels & Beans | Citywide | Quick bagels — Van Baerlestraat is handy for Museumplein | No |
| Cut Throat | Centre | Caribbean jerk chicken, bottomless brunch, off Dam Square | Recommended |
| Coffee Bru | Oost | Excellent coffee and cake, kid and dog friendly | No |
| The Cottage | Oost | British classics and a Sunday roast | Recommended |
| Drovers Dog | Oost | Ricotta pancakes, Aussie breakfast, good terrace | Recommended |
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Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Jordaan:
Box Sociaal Jordan
Great spot for good food and friendly service with a canal view. The Box Sociaal staff is super friendly, the service is quick, and the food and cocktails are all delicious. Quite a few options for vegans/vegetarians as well. I love the shakshuka there!
Piqniq
Delightful small cafe with great breakfast offerings at a reasonable price. The pastries are particularly good as well.
Ted’s All Day Brunch
Popular since they serve decent brunch food and great cocktails all day until 17:00. Teds is a great stop for a quick brunch. They run the restaurant very efficiently to turn tables faster so great for a quick brunch but you will only have the table for an hour and a half so plan accordingly. Definitely need to book ahead.
Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Amsterdam West and Baarsjes:
Farine
Our favorite new bakery in West. The coffee is excellent and the French croissants are so dreamy that you will be thinking about them for days. The bakers are always trying new things and the staff are super friendly. It is worth a stop and a great day when combined with one of Amsterdam’s hidden gem museums: Fabrique or Westerpark. Note – Farine is closed on Tuesdays.
Fort Negen
One of the best bakeries in Amsterdam. The bread is fantastic and the pastries are outstanding. Every pastry is worth standing in line. The coffee is excellent and it is my go-to place for coffee and Saturday morning extraordinary pastry. Try all the pastries and enjoy stuffed croissants that send you to the heavens.
No Man’s Art Gallery
Very cool vibe to this restaurant that is not very crowded. You can usually book a table with just a day or two of notice which makes it my go-to for delicious food and drinks when the rest of the brunch places are too crowded. The service is super friendly and the food is great. It is also very close to Westerpark so it is great to brunch and go for a walk in the park. It is also a full restaurant and bar so you can check it out after brunch hours.
Staring at Jacob
Chicken and waffles for Amsterdam! The cocktails are great as well at this canal side excellently located spot. Take a look at reservations ahead of time as it tends to book out.
Koffie ende Koeck
Koffie ende Koeck is a lovely, cozy neighborhood all vegan café. Their quiches are fantastic and it is right on the edge of Westerpark, which is perfect for a Sunday brunch and then walk around the park. Definitely worth a stop.
Dignita Westerpark
The Dignita Westerpark location is my new favorite go-to brunch place. It is great for brunch with a friend followed by a walk around the park. They have a vegan brunch forest dweller sandwich that is excellent and matcha fig pancakes that are amazing. Definitely recommend.
Flo’s Appetizing Amsterdam
As an American, I am always on the hunt for a great bagel. These are the best I have found in Amsterdam. Super fresh with great toppings. Their cinnamon rolls are also awesome if you are craving something sweet. They can get busy on weekends so expect a line or head there early.
Best Breakfast & Brunch in De Pijp
Miri Mary
For some of the best Indian in Amsterdam, check out Miri Mary in De Pijp for brunch or dinner. We love the smoked eggplant Shakshuka for a vegetarian option or the butter chicken benedict for the meat eaters. The foot is just outstanding here and they have a large terrace in a quiet square if the weather holds to sit outside. The homemade spiced chai is also fantastic so make sure to order. 10/10 recommend.
Scandinavian Embassy
Best coffee De Pijp and try their famous cinnamon buns with your excellent coffee! Definitely worth stopping in for a coffee and pastry.
Bakers and Roasters De Pijp
A Kiwi and Brazilian couple created an inventive and delicious menu. I get the huevos rancheros every single time but my husband has explored their whole menu. It was our weekly go-to when we lived in this neighborhood. At both locations, you can track their waitlist online. De Pijp location can get a bit crowded. Check out their Kadijksplein location too.
Little Collins
One of the most popular places for locals in De Pijp. It is definitely worth the hype. The food is delicious with a small rotating menu of excellent food. It is definitely worth a visit. Go early or reserve ahead of time. The cocktails are excellent and the service is very friendly.
Bali Brunch 82
Bali Brunch is a must-visit if you can get a spot. The Indonesian fusion food is incredible and the service is impeccable. It also has a great vegan brunch selection! Go for the banana pancakes!
Coffee & Coconuts.
Very cute place in the center of De Pijp that has great food, pastries, and coffee. The restaurant has a great design which leads to a great relaxed vibe. Try the almond croissant and the coconut coffee. Of course, coconut is in a lot of their dishes like the coconut pancake with coconut whipped cream. A hip spot worth stopping by.
LOCALS All Day Brunch
Locals has a few locations across the city but the Pijp one is my favorite. They have a great menu of mixed vegan and vegetarian food. Their Acai Bowl is great and so is their vegan breakfast sandwich. They have delicious pancakes, a friendly staff, and fantastic food overall. Try the vegan chocolate cake! Make a reservation though as it can get busy on the weekends.
Best Brunch Amsterdam Central
Bakers and Roasters – My favorite brunch spots in Amsterdam
A Kiwi and Brazilian couple created an inventive and delicious menu. I always get the huevos rancheros every single time but my husband has explored their whole menu. It was our weekly go-to when we lived in this neighborhood. At both locations, you can track their waitlist online. I like the Kadijksplein location more since it is less crowded and they have a large outdoor seating section on a canal if the weather permits. It is my favorite brunch spot in Amsterdam.
Box Sociaal
Great spot for good food and friendly service. It is next to the zoo so if you are over in that area it is a great choice! If you are traveling to the zoo with your family consider using one of the car sharing Amsterdam options to get across the city. The Box Sociaal staff is super friendly, the service is quick, and the food and cocktails are all delicious. Quite a few options for vegans/vegetarians as well. They have two locations in Jordaan or right next to the Zoo/Resistance Museum, one of the recommended stops in our Amsterdam Itinerary.
Dignita Central
Definitely one of the best brunch Amsterdam. They serve brunch all day and have a few locations across the city. They have plenty of vegan/vegetarian options. Brunch dishes are tasty and well prepared, and the service is friendly. The venue is lovely and worth coming to regardless of the weather. On sunny days, sitting outside is a must to enjoy the cozy garden.
Gs Brunch Boat – Best Amsterdam Brunch Places for Tourists
G’s Brunch Boat rides around the canals while serving brunch! It is only open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (10am – 4pm) and is great for tourists to enjoy brunch while riding around the canals. The food is great and they offer a bottomless brunch. Definitely recommend for tourists! Prefer to combine brunch with sightseeing on a nicer boat? The High-End Brunch Canal Cruise is made in collaboration with Ted’s (the same team behind Ted’s All Day Brunch above) — a 1.5-hour cruise with a curated TEDS brunch menu. If the boat is the part that appeals more than the brunch, I have ranked all 17 types of Amsterdam canal tour by price, crowd size and who each one actually suits.
Greenwoods
Greenwoods is a great choice in the center for a full English breakfast. The food is excellent and they have great service, especially for the center of the city. Even if it is busy, the service remains excellent and fast.
Bagels & Beans
If you want a quick breakfast, check out any of the Bagels and Beans locations across the city. Great for a quick breakfast the bagels are good and they pile onto the ingredients for excellent sandwiches. The Van Baerlestraat location is a great stop before visiting Van Gogh or Rijks since it is right next to Museumplein.
Cut Throat
Just off Dam Square, Cut Throat Brunch is great and well-located. They have great cocktails and excellent Caribbean Jerk Chicken. They have a bottomless brunch option which is always a group favorite.
Best Brunch Amsterdam Oost
Coffee Bru
Coffee Bru has some of the best coffee in the city. Their cakes are excellent and pair very well with their coffee. They have outdoor seating which is great in the summertime. Kids and dog friendly which is always great for a weekend morning. The place is cozy and the coffee keeps me going back.
The Cottage
The Cottage is as expected very British. They have all the English classics and a full English breakfast with normal, veggie or vegan options. They have a Sunday roast on Sunday, which is excellent. Definitely recommend it if you are a Brit missing home.
Drovers Dog
Drovers Dog is a very cute spot with great brunch options and tasty food. The service is excellent. Try the ricotta pancakes and the Aussie breakfast. Delicious food with fresh ingredients in a great setting. The terrace is great weather permitting for a brunch in Amsterdam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to book brunch in Amsterdam?
For the popular spots at the weekend, yes. Ted’s, Staring at Jacob, Bali Brunch 82 and Little Collins all book out, and LOCALS gets busy on Saturdays and Sundays. Bakers and Roasters does not take bookings but runs an online waitlist you can join before you leave the house. Bakeries like Farine and Fort Negen are walk-in, though you may queue.
Where is the best brunch in Amsterdam for vegans?
Koffie ende Koeck is fully vegan, and LOCALS All Day Brunch runs a mixed vegan and vegetarian menu. Dignita, Bali Brunch 82 and Box Sociaal all have strong vegan options alongside the regular menu. There is a longer list in our guide to the best vegan brunch in Amsterdam.
Which spots serve brunch all day?
Ted’s serves until 17:00, and both Dignita and LOCALS run brunch all day. G’s Brunch Boat sails Friday to Sunday between 10:00 and 16:00. Useful to know if you are a late riser or want brunch after a morning at a museum.
What is the best brunch in Amsterdam for tourists?
G’s Brunch Boat, because you get brunch and the canals at once. If you would rather have a proper cruise with the food built around it, the High-End Brunch Canal Cruise is run with the Ted’s team. Otherwise Greenwoods, Cut Throat and Bagels & Beans near Museumplein are all easy to reach on foot from the centre. If you are only here for a weekend, our 2 day Amsterdam itinerary works brunch into both mornings.
Which is the best neighbourhood for brunch in Amsterdam?
De Pijp has the highest concentration — seven spots on this list, all within walking distance of each other. West is the strongest for bakeries and coffee. If you want brunch followed by a walk, West puts you next to Westerpark and Oost is quieter and more relaxed.
