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Amsterdam Food Tasting Tour of Hidden Gems (Small Groups)

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Amsterdam, Netherlands
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3 hours (approx.)
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Join us and savor Amsterdam’s culinary treasures like a local!

Embark on an unforgettable food tour, where authenticity and genuine Dutch flavors take center stage. Unlike typical touristy experiences, your carefully curated tour leads you to hidden gems, ensuring an immersive culinary adventure.

We prioritize visiting traditional and family-run spots, where you'll get a true taste of authentic dishes prepared with care. Engage with locals, learn about their food traditions, and feel like part of the community as you share in their culinary delights.

This 7-stop tour includes tasting rich Dutch cheeses, crispy kibbeling (fried cod), and Amsterdam-style herring served with onions and pickles. Enjoy grillworst sausage, Surinamese bara with curry chicken reflecting the city’s multicultural roots, fluffy poffertjes with beer or coffee, bold licorice liqueur, and fresh caramel-filled stroopwafels. Come hungry and curious — discover the real heart of Amsterdam’s food culture.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Can be also water.
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Tips and Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Singel 8n
1013 GA Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Hekelveld 3
1012 SN Amsterdam, Netherlands

We finish in a lively area, close to public transportation — perfect for continuing your adventure in the city!"

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Haarlemmerstraat 2

Welcome to Amsterdam! We begin your culinary journey with a tasting of Dutch cheese — from the creamy smoothness of young cheese to the rich depth of aged (old) varieties, and the unique tang of goat cheese. You'll try both traditional and modern flavors from Amsterdam and beyond in a local shop that sets the perfect tone for the experience ahead.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Haarlemmerdijk 4

Next, we dive into two local seafood classics that are a must-try in Amsterdam. First, you’ll taste kibbeling — crispy, golden-fried cod bites served with a tangy remoulade sauce. Then comes Dutch herring, a traditional delicacy served Amsterdam-style with pickles and chopped onions. Locals eat it by lifting it by the tail and taking a bite — and you can too! Both are served at a beloved local spot that captures the heart of the city’s street food culture.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Haarlemmerdijk 95

We’ll take you to a beloved neighborhood butcher to try grillworst, a warm sausage infused with cheese. It’s a favorite local snack and the kind of flavorful, hearty bite that makes you feel instantly connected to the city.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Prinsenstraat 19

Here we explore Amsterdam’s colonial culinary roots with a stop at a Surinamese eatery. You’ll try bara, a spiced lentil dough fritter, filled with rich curry chicken. Thanks to the deep ties between the Netherlands and Suriname, this dish is now a beloved staple of the Dutch food scene.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Prinsengracht 191

Next, we head to a cozy spot to enjoy poffertjes — mini pancakes served warm with butter and powdered sugar. You'll pair them with a Heineken beer, coffee, or your drink of choice, making for a perfectly balanced sweet-and-refreshing break in your tasting journey.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Herengracht 90

Get ready for something uniquely Dutch — Licorice liqueur, also known as Drop Shot! We'll visit a bar where locals go to unwind, and you'll get to try this bold, salty-sweet spirit in an authentic setting few tourists ever find.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hekelveld 3

We end on a sweet note with a freshly made stroopwafel, a classic Dutch cookie made from two thin waffles filled with gooey caramel syrup. It’s still warm, straight from the iron — the perfect final bite on this delicious journey through Amsterdam’s hidden gems.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Amsterdam Food Tasting Tour of Hidden Gems (Small Groups)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Tea and coffeeCan be also water.
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beveragesThe drinking is only for people older than 18 years old. We have other options without alcohol.
  • Tips and Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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