What are the best beef dishes in Amsterdam?

Based on diner recommendations, the best beef dish in Amsterdam is at Sampurna. We compared 36 restaurants serving beef dishes.

How much do beef dishes cost in Amsterdam?

Beef dish prices in Amsterdam range from €11.00 to €67.00 across 36 restaurants.

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Best Beef Dishes in Amsterdam

36 restaurants compared

Price range: €11.00 – €67.00

Avg recommendation: 87%

Top 5 Beef Dishes in Amsterdam (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 36 restaurants:

Beef Rendang at Sampurna, €22.00 (Centrum)
Pappardelle with Meat Ragout at Spaghetteria, €14.50 (De Pijp)
Beef Rendang at Sama Sebo, €18.00 (Oud-Zuid)
Beef Tenderloin at Restaurant Hap-Hmm, €25.50 (Oud-West)
Slow-Cooked Beef Cheek at Brio, €24.00 (De Pijp)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 36 Beef Dishes

Beef Rendang

Sampurna

Centrum·$$

€22.00

Beef braised in coconut milk with galangal, garlic, dried chili, and turmeric.

Tip: Can be ordered as a standalone course — pairs perfectly with nasi kuning or plain rice and a fresh salad.

Pappardelle with Meat Ragout

Spaghetteria

De Pijp·$$

€14.50

Wide pasta ribbons with slow-cooked meat sauce.

Tip: The meat ragout is filling — one portion is often enough, though the portions feel generous for the price.

Beef Rendang

Sama Sebo

Oud-Zuid·$$$

€18.00

Beef braised in coconut milk with aromatic spices until deeply tender.

Tip: Lunch pricing is lower than dinner (€27 for set menu vs €42.50) — same quality, lighter crowds, and you can see the restaurant's regular crowd.

Beef Tenderloin

Restaurant Hap-Hmm

Oud-West·$

€25.50

Grilled beef tenderloin served with fresh seasonal vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes.

Tip: Ask how it's cooked when ordering if you have a preference—they're happy to grill it medium-rare or to your liking.

Slow-Cooked Beef Cheek

Brio

De Pijp·$$

€24.00

Tender cheek braised until yielding, with seasonal vegetables.

Tip: This is a full meal that justifies the price — the portion is generous and the cooking shows skill.

Stir-Fried Noodles with Beef

Sea Palace

Centrum·$$

€12.00

Soft egg noodles with tender beef in soy sauce and ginger.

Tip: Noodle dishes are great for lunch after dim sum if you're still hungry. They arrive quickly — about 10 minutes from order.

Grandmother's Meatball

Restaurant Hap-Hmm

Oud-West·$

€15.00

Tender ground meat meatball cooked in a rich gravy, served with mashed potatoes and vegetables.

Tip: One of the most affordable mains on the menu while still delivering excellent quality—great value.

Slow-Cooked Beef Rendang

Blue Pepper

Oud-West·$$$

€24.00

Tender beef braised in coconut milk and aromatic spices until it falls apart.

Tip: Order this as a standalone if you're not doing the full rijsttafel — it pairs well with nasi kuning or plain white rice.

Beef Rendang

Restaurant Blauw

Oud-Zuid·$$$

€24.00

Beef braised in coconut milk with galangal, garlic, and dried chili until deeply tender.

Tip: Can be ordered standalone with rice — good for pairing with a milder dish if you want balance at the table.

#10

Beef Rendang

Mama Makan Indonesian Kitchen

Plantage·$$$

€22.00

Beef braised in coconut milk, garlic, galangal, and chili until melt-in-mouth tender.

Tip: Can be ordered standalone with rice or nasi kuning — good for a lighter meal if you're not doing a full rijsttafel.

#11

Beef Rendang

Tempo Doeloe

Centrum·$$$

€11.00

Slow-braised beef in coconut milk and aromatic spices.

Tip: In the rijsttafel, pace yourself — this arrives early, and 23 more dishes follow. Take small portions and focus on flavor rather than volume.

#1295% recommend

Rijsttafel Sultan

Blue Pepper

Oud-West·$$$

€67.00

Four-course tasting of rijsttafel with beef rendang, spiced prawns, gado-gado, and seasonal vegetables.

Tip: Book at least a week ahead in summer — tables fill up quickly but midweek dinners are more relaxed than weekends.

#1395% recommend

Bulgogi (Marinated Beef)

GAJA Korean BBQ & Bar

Centrum·$$

Thinly sliced beef marinated in soy, ginger, and sesame, grilled until caramelized.

Tip: Bulgogi is the most popular protein—order it first. Multiple batches are served throughout the meal.

#1492% recommend

Rijsttafel Meat and Fish

Restaurant Blauw

Oud-Zuid·$$$

€45.00

17-dish rice table with beef rendang, spiced shrimp, satay skewers, and seasonal vegetable preparations.

Tip: Order the rijsttafel for two — it serves exactly that. Service staff keep track of allergies and make substitutions without hesitation, confirming multiple times that modifications are safe.

#1591% recommend

Grandmother's Beef Stew

Restaurant 't Zwaantje

Centrum·$$

€18.75

Slow-braised beef with onions and herbs, served with mashed potatoes and red cabbage.

Tip: Portions are gigantic—one stew easily serves two. Budget for leftovers or share.

#1690% recommend

Vietnamese Pho

Nooch

Grachtengordel-West·$$

€12.00

Traditional beef broth with rice noodles, fresh herbs, and sliced beef.

Tip: Pho is the lunchtime standard — arrive before 12:30 PM to avoid the queue.

#1790% recommend

Rijsttafel Sama Sebo

Sama Sebo

Oud-Zuid·$$$

€42.50

20+ dish rice table built and plated by Javanese chefs trained in the 1969 opening formula.

Tip: Staff will guide you through the rijsttafel — how to pace courses, which sambals to use where, what order makes sense. Don't hesitate to ask questions.

#1890% recommend

Mini-Rijsttafel

Bojo

Centrum·$

€16.00

Single-plate rijsttafel with white rice, marinated beef, egg, vegetables, peanuts, pickled vegetables, spicy chicken, and satay.

Tip: At €16, this is one of Amsterdam's best values. The portion is hefty and the quality is genuine — no corners cut.

#1990% recommend

Coeur de Boeuf

Roux Amsterdam

Jordaan·$$$

€32.00

Premium beef platter with grilled little gems salad and French fries.

Tip: The Coeur de Boeuf is Michelin-standard in both flavor and presentation — order it for special occasions.

#2088% recommend

Hachée

Moeders

Jordaan·$$

€18.50

Beef stew braised with onions, served with mashed potatoes and red cabbage.

Tip: Perfect on rainy Amsterdam evenings—this is pure comfort food that warms you from inside out.

#2188% recommend

Steak Tartare

Brasserie van Baerle

Oud-Zuid·$$$

€18.50

Hand-prepared beef tartare with traditional accompaniments.

Tip: The steak tartare is one of the most recommended dishes — it's worth ordering even if you're trying multiple items.

#2288% recommend

Entrecote with Carrots and Jus

Helling 7

Noord·$$$

€48.00

Charred entrecote steak served with roasted carrots and rich beef reduction.

Tip: Reservations are essential — the terrace fills at sunset and walk-ins face long queues.

#2388% recommend

Rijsttafel

Sampurna

Centrum·$$

€34.50

Rice table with beef rendang, shrimp sambal, gado-gado, satay, and sambals from across the archipelago.

Tip: Reserve ahead for dinner, especially Friday-Saturday — it's popular and tables are close together, so noise can build.

#2488% recommend

Pappardelle with Slow-Cooked Beef Ragu

Brio

De Pijp·$$

€20.00

Wide ribbons of egg pasta with beef ragu cooked for hours.

Tip: One portion per person is satisfying but not overwhelming — you'll have room for a second course or dessert.

#2587% recommend

Steak Tartare

Leo Amsterdam

Oost·$$

€16.00

Hand-prepared raw beef with traditional accompaniments and capers.

Tip: Order the steak tartare — it's consistently highlighted as one of Leo's standout dishes and represents the kitchen's bistro commitment.

#2687% recommend

Steak Tartare

Samuel's

De Pijp·$$

€16.50

Hand-prepared raw beef with traditional garnishes and capers.

Tip: Order the steak tartare — it's consistently highlighted in reviews as one of Samuel's standout dishes.

#2787% recommend

Rijsttafel Mama Makan

Mama Makan Indonesian Kitchen

Plantage·$$$

€39.00

Signature rice table with beef rendang, shrimp in coconut sauce, gado-gado, satay, and regional specialties.

Tip: The rijsttafel is portioned for 2 people. Order one per couple and maybe add extra satay or vegetable dishes if you're hungry.

#2885% recommend

Smash Burger

Leo Amsterdam

Oost·$$

€14.00

Crispy-edged, thin beef burger with classic toppings and fries.

Tip: Order the smash burger for a lunch that hits the spot — it's casual but technically skilled, and pairs well with wine or a beer.

#2985% recommend

Ribeye Steak

Samuel's

De Pijp·$$

€22.00

Grilled prime rib steak with seasonal vegetables and fries.

Tip: The ribeye is one of the better-value steaks in De Pijp — it's large and well-prepared without the fine-dining markup.

#3085% recommend

Rijsttafel Istemewa

Tempo Doeloe

Centrum·$$$

€37.50

25-course rice table with beef rendang, chicken bali, gado-gado, satay, and regional specialties from Java.

Tip: Call or reserve online at least 1 week ahead — tables book up quickly and the restaurant doesn't hold walk-in positions.

#3185% recommend

Dolsot Bibimbap (Beef)

Kim's So Korean Food Centrum

Centrum·$$

€15.90

Rice bowl topped with beef, vegetables, gochujang sauce, and a fried egg, served in a hot stone bowl.

Tip: Vegetarian bibimbap (without beef) is also available at the same price—ask for it.

#3284% recommend

Burgundian-Style Beef Braised in Wine

Café de Klepel

Jordaan·$$

€24.00

Beef coq au vin inspired by classic Burgundian preparation.

Tip: Order the braised beef if available — it's the perfect vehicle for exploring the restaurant's Burgundy wine list.

#3382% recommend

Beef Tenderloin with Béarnaise

Café Americain

Leidseplein·$$

€28.50

Prime beef tenderloin with classic French béarnaise sauce and fries.

Tip: The beef tenderloin with béarnaise is a signature Grand Café dish — order it with the knowledge that you're eating something properly executed since 1902.

#3482% recommend

Grilled Entrecôte

Brasserie van Baerle

Oud-Zuid·$$$

€28.50

Prime rib steak grilled to order with seasonal vegetables.

Tip: Specify your preferred doneness clearly when ordering — the kitchen appreciates precise instruction to avoid the chewy results some diners reported.

#3580% recommend

Beef Stew with Laurel Gravy

Restaurant In de Waag

Centrum·$$

€18.00

Tender beef braised slowly with vegetables and bay leaf-infused sauce.

Tip: The beef stew is the perfect lunch dish — it arrives warm and fills you up without being heavy.

#3676% recommend

Amsterdam Beef Pattie

Café de Jaren

Centrum·$$

€13.50

Dutch-style burger with beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, and special sauce on a toasted bun.

Tip: Order this with a drink and watch the kitchen — the burger is fast and designed for quick turnover.