Italian food, when are you ever not in the mood for it? Why not try the pasta carbonara instead of going for a basic pizza or pasta bolognese? Pasta with ham, egg, cheese, and black pepper. You’ve probably had it before. If not (we can hardly believe it!), you need to try it! We’ve compiled a list of places to enjoy the best pasta carbonara in Amsterdam. Yummy, it’s making us hungry already!
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8 x the best pasta carbonara in Amsterdam for date night
Trattoria Linguini
Simplicity and authenticity are at the heart of Linguini Amsterdam, where Italian cuisine is celebrated daily. Their melanzane is highly praised by many guests, as are the cosy setting and no-nonsense interior in the narrow building on the Herenstraat and De Pijp. Alongside consistently excellent pasta carbonara, you’ll also find other delicious Italian classics here, from tiramisu to melanzane.
Herenstraat 22 & Jacob van Campenstraat 41, Amsterdam – linguini.nl
© Linguini Amsterdam, @linguinitrattoria
Rafi
Rafi is perfect for takeaway but also cosy enough to dine in. At this small restaurant in the Jordaan, authentic Italian cuisine is served, and of course, a classic pasta carbonara is a must. For those wanting a touch of greens on the side: order the spinach with parmesan and pine nuts.
Palmdwarsstraat 13, Amsterdam – rafi.restaurant
© Rafi, @restaurant.rafi
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Restaurant & Pizzeria Lucca Due
At the classic Lucca Due, you’re in the right place for traditional Italian dishes. During summer, they also offer a very cosy terrace near the Posthoornkerk, where you can enjoy your pasta carbonara in Amsterdam like nowhere else.
Haarlemmerstraat 130, Amsterdam – luccadue.nl
© Lucca Due, @luccadue
Nonna
Nonna hasn’t been open for long, but it’s been a success since day one. What else would you expect from an owner who is also behind places like Pazzi, Pepito, Gertrude, Linguini, and La Parole? Like its sister restaurants, Nonna is a lively spot where there’s always something happening, and of course, you can enjoy the best pasta carbonara in Amsterdam.
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 110, Amsterdam – nonnaamsterdam.nl
© Nonna, @nonna_amsterdam
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Eetcafé Koevoet
Koevoet is an incredibly cosy restaurant in the Jordaan. It looks like a traditional Dutch brown café. But instead of serving typical pub food, they serve delicious Italian cuisine. Moreover, most of the staff don’t speak Dutch, but rather beautiful Italian (and English, of course)—a lovely change from the typical Amsterdam pubs in the Jordaan.
Lindenstraat 17, Amsterdam – restaurantkoevoet.com
Koevoet Amsterdam
Casa di David
At Casa di David in the centre of Amsterdam, the pasta carbonara is just a bit different from usual. Made with pancetta from South Tyrol, it’s a must-try!
Singel 426, Amsterdam – Casadidavid.com
Casa di David
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Pasta Pasta
Freshly made pasta lovingly prepared – you get it: the pasta carbonara at Pasta Pasta is delicious. Even the chef recommends it, so you know you must order it!
Ferdinand Bolstraat 67, Amsterdam – Instagram
Antonio’s
At Antonio’s, you’ll find no less than 18 (!) different types of pasta on the menu! While choosing might be challenging, you can’t go wrong with ordering a carbonara to share with your dining companion.
Leidsekruisstraat 20, Amsterdam – Antoniosrestaurant.nl
© Antonio’s, @antonios.amsterdam
Amsterdam Bucketlist & Things to Do
(DIGITAL) ART EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Fabrique des Lumières
⋙ NXT Museum
⋙ STRAAT street art museum
⋙ MOCO Museum for street and modern art
⋙ Amaze, an audiovisual labyrint
FOOD EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Food Tasting Tour of Jordaan area
⋙ Albert Cuyp Market Food Tour
⋙ Sightseeing Boat Cruise with unlimited drinks
⋙ Pancake Cruise
⋙ Micro Brewery Beer Tasting Tour
BEST BIKE TOURS IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Fatbike e-bike tour (also to Amsterdam North)
⋙ Rent a bike by yourself and explore like a local
⋙ Outside of Amsterdam: windmills & Zaanse Schans
⋙ 3 hour biketour: backstreets & hidden gems
FIRST TIME VISIT TO AMSTERDAM – MUST SEE & DO’S:
⋙ Private Canal Boat Tour
⋙ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
⋙ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
⋙ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
⋙ Canal Cruise in the evening
INSTAGRAM MUSEUMS IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
⋙ Youseum
⋙ The Upside Down
DAY TRIPS FROM AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
⋙ Drive-it-Yourself Tulip Fields GPS Audio Tour
⋙ Catch a direct train from Amsterdam to Antwerp, Brussels, London or Paris, starting at € 20,-! Check tickets & prices >>
AMSTERDAM WITH KIDS:
⋙ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
⋙ Go an a bike tour with the kids
⋙ NEMO Science Museum
SPIRNG / SUMMER IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Paddle board tour on the canals
⋙ Go for a kayak-tour in Amsterdam
FALL / WINTER IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival bike tour
| TIP: Buy an I amsterdam City Card. Save money on entrance fees to museums and attractions, public transport and profit from discounts on everything from restaurants to concerts. You can also skip some lines to make the most of your time in Amsterdam! You can buy a card for 24 hours up to 120 hours. Check the prices here >>
Our favourite hotels in Amsterdam:
TOP LUXURY // €€€
☾ Pillows Maurits at the Park: this newly opened hotel is all about luxury.
☾ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
☾ L’Europe: recently renovated, this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
☾ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
☾ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
☾ W Amsterdam: with lively restaurants and a posh rooftop bar with swimming pool.
VERY VERY NICE // €€
☾ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals with great all day bar.
☾ Hotel Jakarta: the most sustainable hotel ánd great value for money with a spa.
☾ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
☾ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam from the North side.
☾ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
☾ Hotel Dwars: small scale and around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
☾ Hotel Mercier: pretty new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
☾ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city by MGallery.
☾ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel with restaurant in Amsterdam West.
☾ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
☾ Ruby Emma: eco design hotel with a great skybar near Amstel station.
AFFORDABLE (FOR AMSTERDAM PRICES) // €
☾ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
☾ The Social Hub budget proof in trendy East district close tho the subway.
☾ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
☾ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
☾ Motel One: budget design hotel with several locations in Amsterdam.
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I really hope you enjoy your time in Amsterdam! On my Instagram account @yourlbb and @yourlbb.amsterdam you can find more recommendations and new hotspots in town.
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