Hap-Hmm

If you’re visiting Amsterdam and want to experience authentic Dutch home cooking, away from tourist clichés, Hap-Hmm is a place you should actively seek out. Since 1935, this historic restaurant has been a favorite among locals — a strong indication of its quality, consistency, and genuine character.

Hap-Hmm focuses on traditional Dutch cuisine, prepared with care using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Guests can choose from a regular menu featuring beloved Dutch classics, as well as a daily changing specials menu inspired by what’s fresh and in season. This combination ensures that first-time visitors and returning guests alike always have something to look forward to.

Expect comforting, homely dishes such as grandmother’s meatball, Dutch steak, stewed pears, apple sauce, warm vanilla custard, and rhubarb. Among the highlights is the slow-cooked stewed beef, celebrated for its deep, rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Served with creamy beans and fluffy potatoes, it’s a perfect example of Dutch comfort food at its best. The schnitzel is another must-try: golden and crisp, topped with a velvety black pepper sauce, and accompanied by cooked leeks and authentic Dutch-style fried potatoes.

What truly sets Hap-Hmm apart is its exceptional value for money. In a city known for rising restaurant prices, Hap-Hmm remains refreshingly affordable while delivering generous portions and consistently high quality. The atmosphere is warm, simple, and unmistakably local — no frills, no trends, just honest food done right.

For travelers who want to discover how Amsterdam really tastes, Hap-Hmm offers an authentic, filling, and memorable dining experience.