Asian Restaurants
On Amsterdam Now, you'll find a comprehensive list of Asian restaurants in Amsterdam - from classic Indonesian to contemporary Korean.
The city's Asian restaurant scene is one of the most diverse in the Netherlands, built up through decades of immigration, trade and culinary exchange. Those looking for Asian food in Amsterdam have plenty of choice: at every level, in every neighborhood and for every cuisine.
Indonesian
Indonesian cuisine has the longest roots in the city. The rice table - a series of small dishes centered around rice - is the best known form, but the offerings go beyond that: from simple fried rice and noodles to specialized establishments with modern interpretations of archipelago cuisine. Check out our overview of Indonesian restaurants in Amsterdam for specific addresses.
Chinese
Chinatown in Amsterdam is concentrated around Zeedijk and Nieuwmarkt, although Chinese restaurants can now be found throughout the city. Cantonese cuisine with dim sum is most represented, but Sichuan cuisines and hotpot restaurants are also easy to find. In the Amsterdam restaurants guide On Amsterdam Now, you'll find an up-to-date overview for each kitchen.
Japanese
Sushi, ramen, izakaya, teppanyaki - Japanese cuisine is widely represented in Amsterdam and varies widely in approach and price point. From quick lunch establishments to evening restaurants with extensive sake menus and omakase menus. See also our overviews of sushi restaurants Amsterdam and windows in Amsterdam for more specific choices.
Thai, Vietnamese and Korean
Thai and Vietnamese Asian restaurants are scattered throughout the city center, with concentrations on Overtoom and Utrechtsestraat. Korean is the fastest growing segment: barbecue at the table, bibimbap and fermented side dishes are increasingly common, especially in De Pijp and Amsterdam-Oost.
Fusion
Some of the offerings combine cuisines or work with a modern interpretation of traditional dishes. Pan-Asian, Japanese-Peruvian or a menu that brings together Chinese, Thai and Korean - it suits a city accustomed to culinary cross-pollination. The full list of Asian restaurants in Amsterdam, including reviews and practical info, can be found via the Amsterdam restaurants guide on Amsterdam Now.