Dutch The RedLight District in Amsterdam is one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. While it’s known for coffeeshops and prostitution, the area offers so much more. Located near Chinatown, it’s also our favourite area for amazing food!
From Zeedijk to Nieuwmarkt, this historic area is packed with cozy restaurants and takeaways serving everything from Chinese dim sum to Korean food. Chinatown is right next to Amsterdam’s RedLight District, offering a vibrant neighborhood where you can taste the rich flavors and traditions brought here by the immigrant community. If you’re in the mood for something delicious then this is the place to be! See below our list of local tried and tested favourites.
This cosy Thai snack bar is known as the best Thai restaurant in Amsterdam. With only a few tables, it’s always busy but definitely worth the wait.
Address: Zeedijk 77
This restaurant serves Thai cuisine and is located across the street of Snackbar Bird. If the line is too long at the Snackbar, visit the restaurant.
Address: Zeedijk 72-74
– Hoi Tin
Hoi Tin serves authentic Cantonese cuisine and serves great Dim Sum and duck dishes. They also are the only restaurant with a traditional Cantonese bakery in Amsterdam, definitely worth the visit!
Address: Zeedijk 122
– Sichuan
If you like spicy food, Sichuan is your place to go! They serve Chinese food from Sichuan area, be prepared for the peppers. Make sure to try the spicy dumplings. We also love the Mongolian beef.
Address: Zeedijk 103
This spot is quick and easy and serves fresh hand-pulled Chinese noodles. They sell a different types of, really chewy, noodles. Also, the cucumber salad and dumplings are our favourite side dishes.
Address: Zeedijk 107
Tasty Vietnamese street food that brings you to the local spots in Hanoi. Our favourites are Pho and Bánh mì, make sure to pair it with home made iced tea.
Address: Zeedijk 88
– A-Fusion
This Asian fusion restaurant is mentioned in the Michelin Guide for several years already. On the menu is an appealingly exotic blend of Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Korean flavours. We usually order the Bib Gourmand Menu, to taste the best of the best!
Address: Zeedijk 130
– Kims So
At Kims So they are passing on their passion for food by infusing traditional Korean dishes with fresh energy, making them accessible for everyone to savor Korean-style! They serve the best Korean Fried Chicken. Make sure to try several, you won’t regret it.
Address: Molensteeg 13H
This hidden pearl is located in the middle of the RedLight District in Amsterdam. They have a cosy interior and serve seasonal food. After dinner, you can stay for some drinks at their bar.
Address: Oudezijds Achterburgwal 22
Burgers, steaks, sticky ribs. Mouth-watering wings, soulful salads. Their menu has something for everyone… even vegetarians!
Address: Lange Niezel 15
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