Roux's oyster selection features the finest specimens sourced from top producers. Reviewers praise the freshness and quality, noting they arrive perfectly chilled and are among the best oyster preparations in Amsterdam. They pair beautifully with selections from the 300+ wine list.
Tips from diners
Start with oysters and ask the sommelier for a wine pairing from the excellent wine list — the staff is expert at matching.
The Coeur de Boeuf at Roux is a showstopper presentation of delicious beef, sourced from the restaurant's trusted local vendors. Multiple reviewers call out the quality of the meat, the precise cooking, and the beautiful plating. It's a signature dish that justifies the restaurant's Michelin recognition.
Tips from diners
The Coeur de Boeuf is Michelin-standard in both flavor and presentation — order it for special occasions.
Roux's foie gras preparation showcases the ingredient with Michelin-level precision. The searing technique creates a beautiful crust while maintaining the silky interior. It appears frequently in reviews as one of the kitchen's signature creations.
Tips from diners
Order foie gras if you want to experience haute cuisine technique done right — it's a dish that justifies the price.
This dish showcases Roux's creative approach to French technique with global influence. The delicate cod balances against the bright, fermented ginger and silky squid tagliatelle. Reviewers praise the precision and balance of flavors, calling it a perfect example of the kitchen's skill and innovation.
Tips from diners
This dish embodies Roux's character — precise French technique with creative global flavors. It's a standout if available.
Roux sources the finest langoustine from North Sea suppliers, letting the natural sweetness and texture shine through simple preparation. The langoustine reflects the restaurant's commitment to premium ingredients prepared with respect — no heavy sauces or unnecessary fuss.
Tips from diners
If langoustine is available, order it — the simplicity of preparation highlights the quality of the ingredient.
Created by two friends, Roos Bierhoff and Allon Niesen, Roux opened on Westerstraat in the Jordaan with a mission to celebrate good food, hospitality, and company. Chefs Sebastiano Guglielmucci and Teun Daemen lead a kitchen that honors French tradition while drawing from funky world cuisines. The wine list is excellent—certified with a White Star on the Star Wine List—featuring over 300 carefully selected bottles emphasizing French and Italian choices.
Roux is a PIN/credit-card only restaurant — no cash payments accepted. Plan accordingly.
Book ahead — Roux is small (75 covers) and popular. There are no end times or rushing, so the restaurant can't fit walk-ins around existing reservations.
The wine list is certified with a White Star and features 300+ bottles emphasizing French, Italian, and lesser-known regions. Order by the glass to explore without commitment — house wine starts at €6.
Lunch is available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (12pm-2pm). Dinner is served every day except Monday-Friday before 5:30pm. Best flexibility for reservations is weekends.
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