Dine on the Prinsengracht

Our terrace is open from mid-April through late October. Views of the Westerkerk, boats drifting under the bridge and a parrilla with your bife de lomo.

Wine glass on the terrace at Prinsengracht 188
The terrace

By the water, opposite the Westerkerk

Picture this: you're sitting at a table with glowing coals and a bife de lomo that just came off the kitchen grill. In front of you, the canal, with boats drifting past and sometimes throwing a wave up toward your table. To your left, the Westerkerk, that tall pointed tower where the bells ring every quarter hour. And you, sitting in the middle of it all, with a glass of Mendoza Malbec in your hand and the city humming quietly in the background.

This is what canal-side dining in Amsterdam actually feels like. Not the idea of it. The real thing. Our terrace at Prinsengracht 188 is one of the few places in the canal belt where you can eat right on the water without being swept up in a tourist merry-go-round.

Attached to the restaurant, but it feels like its own small room. About eight tables, all with a view. Summer evenings book up fast, so reservations are worth it, especially on weekends.

Year-round

Two seasons, two atmospheres

Summer: April to October

From mid-April through late October our terrace is open. Sunny evenings fill up quickly. Canal boats drifting past, the Westerkerk bell on the quarter hour and a parrilla with your bife de lomo. Book ahead, especially for weekends.

Book terrace

Winter: November to March

Winter on the canal has its own beauty. Indoors, you still see the canal through large windows. The Christmas market on the Prinsengracht is just around the corner. Our restaurant is covered, heated and comfortably busy. The parrilla keeps your steak and your hands warm.

Book indoor
Tips

How to get the most out of your evening

  • Book early. Summer Friday and Saturday nights are often booked 2-3 weeks in advance.
  • Choose 18:30 or 21:00. At 18:30 you get the soft light over the canal; at 21:00 the sunset behind the Westerkerk.
  • Start with chorizos criollos. Perfect with a Quilmes or a Malbec by the fire.
  • Gran Parrillada for two. It lasts for hours. So you can talk, drink, stay.
Frequently asked questions

About the terrace

When is the terrace open?

From mid-April through late October, weather permitting. Indoors, you can dine year-round with canal views through large windows.

Can I book specifically for the terrace?

Yes. Call us on +31 20 845 1081 and we'll place you right by the water. Through TheFork you can book for general seating and we'll honour your terrace request as best we can.

Is the terrace covered?

Partly. In light rain we can offer you a seat under the awning, or move you straight inside while keeping your reservation.

Are pets welcome on the terrace?

Small dogs are welcome on the terrace. Mention it when you book so we can set aside a suitable table.

Ready for an evening on the canal?

For the terrace, give us a call and we'll place you right by the water.