2 Best Restaurants in Jordaan, Amsterdam

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The narrow streets of the Jordaan have many dining destinations. Most of the restaurants in this tourist-friendly area are on the small side, so it's best to make reservations or avoid weekends.

Saint-Jean

$ | Jordaan Fodor's Choice

A perfect pairing like croissants and coffee is hard to top, but this plant-based patisserie has found a way to consistently impress with freshly baked pastries and a pleasing range of tea and coffee. Perched on a corner overlooking Lindengracht, fans line up early and wait patiently outside for their chance to choose from flaky, buttery, and surprisingly vegan delicacies. Popular items include twice-baked almond croissants, fruity rustic galettes, rosemary and sea salt twists, or their signature cruffins filled with pistachio paste. Innovative offerings change seasonally and often feature collaborations with other local brands. 

Breadwinner

$ | Jordaan

Crafting wild-fermented sourdough bagels began as the founder's at-home hobby before it grew to a brick-and-mortar microbakery offering NYC-style bagels and loaves for true carb-lovers. Known to sell out quickly, their daily rotation of flavors ranges from classic everything seasoning to spicy jalapeño and cheddar. Delicious on their own or topped with cream cheese, many fans opt for the sandwich version, such as a BLT, smoked salmon with capers, pastrami, and other seasonal specials.